Innerlight Surf & Skate is a quintessential surf shop that’s conveniently located in Destin. From gear to apparel and more, you’ll find all things surfing here.
Of course, Innerlight Surf Shop has the actual boards, leashes, rash guards and wetsuits that you need to go out and catch the waves. The gear itself isn’t all that this shop sells, though. You’ll also find a full array of men’s, women’s, and kids’ apparel and accessories.
The apparel lineup encompasses everything you might wear to the beach, including swimsuits, shorts, shirts, jackets, hats and more. The brands cover a wide variety of well-known names, along with Blue Angels merchandise and Innerlight’s house-named items. You can also get any sunscreen or backpacks that you might need.
Innerlight also caters to the skating community. The skating section is smaller than the surfing section in size, but there’s a selection of boards if you need one.
For people who are new to the sport of surfing, lessons and camps are available. Training can be booked by the lesson, day or week, with lessons starting at $55 and week-long camps running $170. These programs are great for both kids and adults.
If hanging ten is how you like to enjoy the water, this is the store to get your surfing and beach-going gear. You’ll be welcome regardless of how experienced you are, and you’ll find everything you need to have a great time on the water here.
A few of our favorite items at Innerlight Surf Shop include:
5’2” InnerLight Twin Fin Fish
A twin-fin surfboard that measures just over 5 feet, this is a designed created by Innerlight. The board is fun in waves of all sizes, which makes it versatile for the various waters you’ll find around Destin. Its shorter size also means that kids can easily handle the board.
Hank Warner Longboard
Available in several colorful designs, the Hank Warner Longboard looks great on the beach and performs well in the water. The 9-foot-plus length is a lot — as in a lot of fun. The board’s square tail and concave nose make this the perfect board for nose riding and actually hanging ten.
Wetsuit
Even in somewhat warm water, it’s easy to get a chill if you’re out surfing all day. Pick up a wetsuit, and you’ll be much warmer. The suit traps water against your body, and that trapped water effectively acts as a layer of insulation.
Custom Deck
Blue Angels merchandise is popular in the area and can be found at many stores. Few shops, however, can put Blue Angels logos on your surfboard. Get a custom deck done, and your board will stand out everywhere you take it.
Sun Bum Beach Formula Shampoo
The sand and saltwater can take a toll on your hair, but Sun Bum Beach Formula Shampoo offers protection. Specifically designed to wash away both saltwater and chlorine, this will serve you well while you’re at the beach and still be useful when you go to the pool at home.
Surf Lesson
If you’re new to surfing, sign up for a Surf Lesson. This is a great way to learn the fundamentals and see whether you enjoy the sport (you likely will).
Insider Tip:
This store has been around for a while, and so has much of the staff. Ask the employees working anything you’d like to know about Destin, and you’ll likely find them as helpful as an official tour guide. They’re experts on surfing and much more.