Surf’s Up At Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier For International Surfing Day On June 20

By  //  June 10, 2016

grand opening of its own surf school

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In honor of International Surfing Day and the summer solstice on Monday, June 20, the Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier is encouraging everyone from seasoned surfers to surfing spectators to enjoy the longest daylight hours of the year at the beach through discounted surfboard rentals, specialty food and drink deals and the grand opening of its own surf school, Cocoa Beach Surf School by Flohana. (Cocoa Beach Pier Image)

BREVARD COUNTY • COCOA BEACH, FLORIDA – In honor of International Surfing Day and the summer solstice on Monday, June 20, the Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier is encouraging everyone from seasoned surfers to surfing spectators to enjoy the longest daylight hours of the year at the beach through discounted surfboard rentals, specialty food and drink deals and the grand opening of its own surf school, Cocoa Beach Surf School by Flohana.

For the first time, visitors can take surfing lessons at the popular surfing spot on Cocoa Beach, which is known as the East Coast Surfing Capital of the United States.

Cocoa Beach Surf School by Flohana will provide a variety of lessons to cater to the type of learning environment preferred, from private and semi-private lessons to group lessons and surf clinics. Experienced instructors will provide training covering all aspects of the sport, including water safety and basic board skills.

Lessons will be offered daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with surfboards provided and prices varying based on the type of instruction.

Lessons are not necessary to take part in the day’s celebration of surfing though, with discounted surfboard rentals available for $15 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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After working up an appetite, or for those who prefer to stay dry, diners can enjoy a celebratory surf ‘n turf special consisting of peel-and-eat shrimp and a burger for $15.95, as well as Kona beers for just $3.50.

Cocoa Beach Pier is an ideal location for surfers of all levels offering lifeguards, easy parking, convenient restrooms, five restaurants and bars, shops, an art gallery, volleyball courts and more.

To book a surf school lesson, guests can make arrangements at the Pier or by calling (321) 506-2209.