BEGINNER SURF LESSONS IN INDONESIA

The 15 Beginner Surf Lessons in Indonesia That Earn Their Price

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Good conditions and a free morning rarely line up twice. These 15 beginner surf lessons in Indonesia justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide quickly and get back in the water.

Legian Beach, Bali: Beginner or Intermediate Surf Lessons - Starting on land near Pullman Bali Legian Beach
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Legian Beach, Bali: Beginner or Intermediate Surf Lessons

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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Uluwatu: Beginner & Intermediate Surf Lesson with Equipment - A clear start on the sand
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Uluwatu: Beginner & Intermediate Surf Lesson with Equipment

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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Kuta/Bali: Private Beginner & Intermediate Surf Lessons - Moving into Kuta’s beginner waves
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Kuta/Bali: Private Beginner & Intermediate Surf Lessons

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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HOT PROMO. Beginner Surf Lessons in Bali - Beach instruction before the first wave
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HOT PROMO. Beginner Surf Lessons in Bali

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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Kuta Beach, Bali: Surf Lessons For Beginner & Intermediate - Meeting Galaxy Surf Bali beside the Kuta sign
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Kuta Beach, Bali: Surf Lessons For Beginner & Intermediate

5.Kuta Beach, Bali: Surf Lessons For Beginner & Intermediate

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 1h 30m · from $18

Meet Galaxy Surf Bali beside the Kuta Beach sign for a 90-minute private lesson with one instructor per student. Beginners learn board control, paddling, safety, and standing up. Intermediate surfers work on wave timing, line-up positioning, passing waves, and turns. Photos and videos are included.

“It was such a great experience, I did surfing for the first time and even though the waves were really strong the guide managed to find some that I was able to stand :)”

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Private Beginner 1 on 1 Surf Lesson at Kuta Beach - Your first minutes on the sand
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Private Beginner 1 on 1 Surf Lesson at Kuta Beach

6.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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Beginner Surf Lessons in Canggu - The teaching style and safety approach
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Beginner Surf Lessons in Canggu

7.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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Seminyak: Beginner Surf Lesson with Pro Instructor - Learning to stand on the board
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Seminyak: Beginner Surf Lesson with Pro Instructor

8.Seminyak: Beginner Surf Lesson with Pro Instructor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 2 hours · from $19

Meet at FuramaXclusive Hotel and Resort for a two-hour Seminyak surf lesson. An English or Indonesian-speaking instructor teaches safety, wave choice, body position, and standing technique, then coaches you in the water. Private lessons are available, and equipment, sunblock, water, and a rash vest are included.

“I am so happy with this experience. Luiis was an amazing surf instructor. He was very patient, made me feel so much more confident with the waves and the board. And for someone who is a beginner - I managed to catch so many waves. I had a great time and learned so much from Luiss. I will definitely be surfing again and highly recommend! One of my favourite activities of my holiday.”

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Gili Trawangan: Private Beginner & Intermediate Surf Lessons - Meeting beside Ko Ko Mo Gili Trawangan
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Gili Trawangan: Private Beginner & Intermediate Surf Lessons

9.Gili Trawangan: Private Beginner & Intermediate Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $17

Meet beside Ko Ko Mo Gili Trawangan for a private beginner or intermediate lesson with an English or Indonesian-speaking instructor. You will practice paddling, standing, and reading waves, with surfboard rental also available without instruction.

“Amazing! our guides Dodo and Dani were so informative and encouraging! didn't think we'd be able to stand up so quickly and ride waves for the first time🤟 you really don't have to be that fit to do it or that strong of a swimmer. just do it if you've ever wanted to surf!”

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Surfing Course - Beginner with Hotel Pick Up - Fifteen minutes of theory before the water
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Surfing Course – Beginner with Hotel Pick Up

10.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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Private Beginner 1 on 1 Surfing Lesson at Kuta Beach without transfer - The water session and your first wave
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Private Beginner 1 on 1 Surfing Lesson at Kuta Beach without transfer

11.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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Lombok Surf Lesson for Beginner in Selong Blanak Beach - The ride from pickup to the beach
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Lombok Surf Lesson for Beginner in Selong Blanak Beach

12.Lombok Surf Lesson for Beginner in Selong Blanak Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 7 hours

Spend seven hours traveling from your hotel or cruise port to Selong Blanak Beach, where an English-speaking instructor such as Mus teaches you in a private group of up to two. Surf, rest with coconut water, enjoy local lunch, then swim or relax before returning.

“Netter Tagesausflug, auch super für Anfänger, da jeder einen eigenen Trainer bekommen hat!”

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Surfing Lessons for Beginner in Bali - Kuta beach, coffee, music, and sunset
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Surfing Lessons for Beginner in Bali

13.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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Surfing Class for Beginners Legian Beach Bali - The part beginners care about: standing up
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Surfing Class for Beginners Legian Beach Bali

14.Surfing Class for Beginners Legian Beach Bali

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 7 reviews · 2 hours · from $12

Meet Malu Surf opposite the Pullman hotel at Legian Beach for a two-hour lesson suited to first-timers and improving surfers. Your instructor covers ocean safety, board position, paddling, etiquette, and standing up, then helps you catch small waves with provided equipment and a rash guard.

“Thank you so much for being so kind and teaching me so hard. It was such a great time”

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Bali: Beginner and Intermediate Surf lesson Nusa Dua - Learning the basics on golden sand
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Bali: Beginner and Intermediate Surf lesson Nusa Dua

15.Beginner and Intermediate Surf lesson Nusa Dua

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 7 reviews · 2 hours

Meet Jonni and his surf team at Nusa Dua Surf Clasa for a two-hour beginner or intermediate lesson. You’ll learn paddling, balance, and wave control with boards, rash shirts, lockers, showers, and free photos included. The lesson may take place at Kuta or another suitable Nusa Dua spot.

“I had a lot of fun surfing with Johnny. He took me to beautiful spot in Nusa dua and was helping me with some tips improving my surf skills on my new short board. Very recommended!”

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