I was raised on the little corner off Cali. where coves, rocks, sand and surf meet. It has many names, San Pedro, Cabrillo Beach, Point Fermin, Portugise bend...
Most sharks are not vicious monsters, Some are even curious and will swim by surfers, kyackers etc. to have a look. They eat shrimp, kelp, krill etc. If theres Dolphin visable, It's safe to go in the water! Ya, ought to watch them surf