12 Beginner Surf Lessons in Bali Worth Booking

1.Legian Beach, Bali: Beginner or Intermediate Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,019 reviews · 1 day · from $16Our pick

Meet near Pullman Bali Legian Beach for a small-group surf lesson with local instructors such as Uncle Bob, Jones, Momo, and John. You’ll cover safety and technique on land, then practice catching waves with a softboard. Photos, rash guard, and water are included.

“Really patient teacher considering I struggled to follow instructions. It’s very good value for money, especially when receiving the high quality photographs of the experience. It was our first lesson and because it was made to be enjoyable, we want to have another go. Really nice group of guys!”

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2.Beginner & Intermediate Surf Lesson with Equipment

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 832 reviews · 2 hours · from $36

Spend two hours learning to surf with instructors such as Luis, Irawan, Repho, and Aldin. You get safety coaching, equipment, lockers, water, sunblock, and a trainer for every two students. The beach may change with the waves, and photos and videos are included for bookings of two or more.

“For the intermediate site very happy with luis giving tips and pushing in the right break when needed 10/10”

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3.Kuta/Bali: Private Beginner & Intermediate Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 563 reviews · 1h 30m · from $13

Meet 27 Surf School at Kuta Beach for a 90-minute private lesson with an English-speaking local instructor. You will practice beach safety, paddling, balance, and standing on a soft board. Coaches such as Ozzy, Alex, Ardi, and Tito are praised for patient, clear instruction.

“Great activity we had never surfed before. We done some lessons on land then went into the sea, our guides were very helpful and made the activity fun and were always patient and kind when we were struggling to do it. Really fun activity highly recommend!”

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4.HOT PROMO. Beginner Surf Lessons in Bali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 193 reviews · from $13Top rated

Meet UP2U Surf School on Kuta Beach, in front of the Pullman hotel, for a two-hour beginner lesson. Coaches such as Gede, Lubis, Chip, and Paul have taught past sessions. Boards, rash shirts, lockers, showers, online training, and surf photos are included.

“This was such a fun and memorable experience! It was my first time attempting to surf and I had such a good time. The coach I had was patient, attentive, and super knowledgeable. Every time I would mess up he could tell me how to fix it, and he just kept encouraging me to get back on the board! The pictures they got of me were really nice too. If I’d had another day in Kuta, I would have signed up again. Highly recommend this lesson :).”

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5.Private Beginner 1 on 1 Surf Lesson at Kuta Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $46

Meet 27 Surf School at Kuta Beach for a private 90-minute beginner lesson. Your instructor provides a board, rashguard, zinc, sand practice, and close coaching in gentle water. Erwin and Reza are among the named coaches, with photos or video included.

“Thanks to the incredible team at Surf 27! From the moment we arrived, the instructors radiated enthusiasm and warmth. Both my 18 & 12 year old had a coach each who were patient and funny, celebrating every pop-up and wipeout with cheers and high fives. In just one seRead more”

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6.Beginner Surf Lessons in Canggu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · 2 hours · from $27

Meet Nyangko Surf School at Batu Bolong Beach for a private beginner lesson with a certified surf instructor and lifeguard. You’ll practice on land, then head into the water to catch your first waves. Berawa may be used when conditions suit you better.

“He was very friendly, helpful, made sure we knew exactly what we were doing and safe in the water. Would recommend to anyone who is looking to do a surf lesson”

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7.Surfing Course – Beginner with Hotel Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 13 reviews · from $28

Start with 15 minutes of theory, practice on the sand, then head into the water as your instructor helps you catch your first waves. Rip Curl School of Surf provides gear, towels, lockers, rash guards, transport, and fresh fruit, with groups usually limited to five students.

“These guys are the best! Rey, Budi and Namang were so helpful, funny, and we finished four days of surfing very confident and loving it. Definitely recommend!!”

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8.Private Beginner 1 on 1 Surfing Lesson at Kuta Beach without transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $14

Meet 27 Surf School Bali at Kuta Beach for a private 90-minute beginner lesson. Your instructor covers surf theory on land, coaches you one on one in the water, and works toward your first stand-up or independent wave. Board, rashguard, sunscreen, and photos or video are included.

“Great experience. I love to swim but first time trying surfing or any water sport really. I was not great at it but my instructor was kind and patient. Waves were not too tall, but the waves and undertow can be pretty strong, but your instructor will keep you on course.”

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9.Surfing Lessons for Beginner in Bali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $16

Meet Surfer Stop Bar & Surf School on Kuta Beach for a private beginner lesson led by friendly Bali coaches. You’ll learn basic technique, practice in the white waves, and work toward standing on the board. Coaches such as Andy, Andi, and Neman are noted for patient, hands-on teaching.

“We loved learning how to surf with Surfer Stop! Great instructor called Andy. He was extremely friendly and we had the best time here. I would highly recommend!”

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10.Surfing Activity with Beginner and Intermediate Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $18

At Galaxy Surf Bali in Kuta, choose a 90-minute beginner lesson in shallow water or an intermediate session on the line-up. Certified instructors cover safety, paddling, wave selection, and turns. Non-swimmers can join the beginner class, and every session includes free photos and videos.

“Great experience with Galaxy surf and geat deal for the package since its not only including a class but they take video and photos!!! Highly recommend!!!”

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11.Seminyak: Surf Lesson Beginner All Level 2 Hour Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $19

Meet your English-speaking instructor in front of Hotel FuramaXclusive for a private two-hour Seminyak surf lesson. You’ll cover basic theory, paddling, standing, and wave riding with board, rash vest, sunscreen, safety guidance, and photo or video included.

“10/10 fantastic experience Leo, Martin, and the gang are wonderful teachers giving good clear instruction! I had a blast!”

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12.Beginners Private Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · from $9Best value

Meet Pulau Biru Surf near Kuta Beach for a one-hour private beginner lesson at Legian Beach. Local instructors provide the board and other needed equipment, then work with you one on one. Lesson timing follows the tides, and you return to the same meeting point.

“Pulau Biru Surf was our saviour on Sunday to get Surf lesson immediately after booking at lowest price since most online booking can only serve nx day”

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