Bali · SURF LESSONS
The beach break from Legian up to Batu Bolong is about as forgiving as surf gets, which is why everybody learns here. These 15 lessons compare board, instructor ratio and session length, with prices and the tide windows that actually work for beginners.
Learn to surf at Batu Bolong in Canggu with certified coaches, soft-top boards, safety guidance, and 90 minutes in the water.
“Enjoyed it! Surf instructor was helpful and good fun! Really good value for money”
Learn to surf at Legian Beach with patient local instructors, small groups, softboards, photos, and optional massage for $16.
“as a beginner, surf instructor was very helpful and nice. overall, i enjoyed my experience and will definitely come back and would recommend!”
Learn to surf in Uluwatu with patient instructors, quality gear, small groups, beach photos, and flexible beach locations for $36.
“I booked on the beginner surf lesson as it was my first time ever touching a surf board my instructor was Irawan who was super friendly, patient and gave amazing advice which allowed me to get better each time I went! It took me 2 attempts before I managed to stay on the board and ride the wave, which I was extremely made up with, I couldn’t have done it if it wasn’t for the amazing instructor!”
Learn to surf at Kuta Beach with a private 90-minute lesson, local coaching, safe equipment, and flexible pickup options from $13.
“It was great !! The instructor was helpful and the session was fun”
Learn to surf in Canggu with a professional English-speaking coach, board rental, tailored instruction, ocean practice, and a post-surf shower.
“The lesson was great and the teacher was super nice and helpful. Nothing was missing. I would highly recommend it!”
Learn to surf at Batu Bolong Beach in Canggu with an ISA instructor, equipment, safety coaching, and patient in-water guidance for $22.
“Jay is the best! Great experience. Managed to get up.”
Learn to surf at Batu Bolong in Canggu with patient local instructors, small groups, soft boards, and a strong focus on safety for $27.
“I had a blast with the guides and caught a few waves!! I highly recommend!! Great photographer as well.”
Learn to surf in Canggu with private coaching, beach drills, equipment, safety guidance, and flexible times for beginners and improving surfers.
“We booked a 2 hour surfing lesson as my birthday present and having never done it before were complete novices! As it was just the two of us, we had 121 tuition from the guys, who were enthusiastic, professional and most of all patient! They spend time on the beach getting you used to moving on the board, but most of the time is in the water. They guarantee to get you standing and we managed that in the time we had, which was plenty. A great experience and would definitely recommend Magic Waves to anyone in this area who wants to experience surfing for the first time.”
Learn to surf at Bali’s Balangan, Dreamland, or Jimbaran beaches with a private instructor, gear, safety coaching, photos, and videos.
“Was amazing and really fun. We had 3 people and 2 guides so it was pretty much one on one with help all the time. We caught a lot of waves and had a great time. Would highly recommend. Also make sure to wear a lot of sun screen because you will burn.”
Learn to surf with Curly in a private two-hour Canggu lesson, with flexible tide-based timing, patient coaching, boards, and sun protection.
“The instructor is very kind and easy going. He gives you clear and good advice towards your personal goals for the lesson. Would recommend to everyone!”
Learn to surf at Double Six Beach with patient local instructors, small groups, hotel pickup, gear, safety coaching, and flexible skill levels.
“Lessons were fun and safe. The coaches were very patient and clear with their instructions. It was a good experience overall! However, if u are fair skinned like I am, I highly recommend avoiding 10am - 2pm slots? The sun was scorching hot and I was pretty sunburnt on my face despite putting a good amount of SPF 🫥”
Learn to surf at Balangan Beach near Uluwatu with Curly, a patient local coach offering tailored 90-minute lessons for all levels.
“If you care about quality and real value, you definitely have to choose Curly 👍🏻 With the one‑on‑one lessons, I truly learned actual surfing techniques. As a beginner, you usually feel scared or unsteady, but Curly’s professionalism made me feel safe and confident step by step, and I slowly got the hang of it. Super recommended — he’s a really cool surf coach 👍🏻🌊🏄🏽”
Learn to surf near Uluwatu with Curly 17 Surf School, using quality gear, small groups, local wave knowledge, and flexible beach locations.
“Couldn’t ask for a better instructor!! We were in the water for 2 hours because he made sure that I caught a wave before the end of the lesson. Never gave up on me after my (many) failures and always gave me feedback on how I can improve. I’d never surfed before but now I can say I caught a wave!!”
Learn to surf in Bali with Surfnesia at Padang Padang, including safety, equipment, tide advice, and patient coaching for beginners.
“I have taken lessons at many surf schools around the world, and Surfnesia is definitely the best I have ever experienced. Bintang and his instructors are very very good teachers. They are patient, very knowledgeable, and really care about you Read more”
Learn to surf in Canggu with patient local instructors, quality boards, small groups, and a two-hour lesson for every skill level.
“Fantastic surf lesson, Galih my instructor was brilliant, patient and knowledgeable. Had me catching lots of waves by the end! Would highly recommend”
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