Bali · KUTA SURF LESSONS
Kuta beach is soft sand, slow water and a long white-water run, which is why every beginner in Bali starts here. These 15 lessons are compared on instructor-to-student ratio, how long you actually get in the water and whether board hire and photos are in the price.
Meet UP2U Surf School Bali on Kuta Beach, near the Pullman hotel, for a two-hour beginner lesson with boards, leashes, surf shirts, coaching, lockers, showers, and free surf photos. Instructors such as Gede, Chip, Lubis, and Darwin have helped first-timers stand up and catch waves.
“Private 1:1 instruction, so helpful and patient. Great wave riding area. Breaks part way through the lesson. Highly recommend!!”
Meet at Odysseys Surf School for a two-hour Kuta Beach lesson with one instructor per person. You’ll learn paddling and standing on a soft-top board, practice in the water, and may buy high-resolution action photos afterward. VJ and Riko are among the instructors praised for patient coaching.
“Everything was as described, everything very well prepared and the staff was really kind and patient”
Meet Bali Surf Class at Kuta Beach for a private two-hour lesson with instructors such as Harman, Jerry, Eric, and Robbie. You’ll cover safety, practice on the sand, then spend two 45-minute sessions catching waves with a board, rash vest, and water provided.
“I had Harman as my instructor. He was awesome. The waves were great to learn on. They picked up as the lesson went on which was perfect as I had surfed before. Harman was great at helping and spoke great English. He was funny and gave great tips and instruction.”
Meet Bintang and the Surfnesia team at Padang Padang Beach for a two-hour lesson built around paddling, popping up, ocean safety, and catching your first waves. Boards, rashguards, zinc, and reef shoes are included when needed. Lessons run from sunrise to sunset.
“Bintang was an amazing instructor. This was my first time surfing and I am a bit clumsy so I was weary but I was able to ride in 4 waves due to Bintangs thorough instructions. He made me feel safe the whole time and it was a 10000/10 experience. I am sad that I will not be staying in uluwatu longer because I want to take more lessons from Bintang!”
At Kuta Beach, your private 90-minute lesson starts with beach theory, sand practice, and a personal coach such as Erwin or Reza. You get a board, rashguard, zinc, hotel pickup, and photos or video, then practice standing on easy waves at your own pace.
“Awesome… What a great Experiance. The team at 27 Surf were very professional and friendly. Great photos provided within 24hours of my experience. If your going to book a surf lesson, these are the guys to go with”
Meet Infinite Wave Surf School in Bingin for a private two-hour lesson with an instructor such as Yudi, Yudika, or Eureka. You’ll learn paddling, standing, wave choice, safety, etiquette, and board control, with a surfboard, rash guard, and local transfers included.
“They never contacted me, didn’t respond to my message, didn’t pick me up, and I didn’t go surfing… biggest waist of $50”
Meet UP2U Surf School Bali on Kuta Beach, in front of the Pullman hotel, for a two-hour private lesson. You get one coach per guest, a board, leash, rash vest, free surf photos, and online training material. Chip is one instructor named in guest feedback.
“Had no experience surfing. Within 30 minutes, was able to catch a wave. Chip, my instructor was patient with me and attentive. Gave me feedback on how to improve and what to look out for. Would absolutely do this activity again when I’m back in Bali.”
Learn to surf over five two-hour lessons at Rip Curl School of Surf on Legian’s Double Six Beach. Groups are limited to five students per coach, with boards, helmets, rash guards, transfers, showers, towels, water, and fruit included. Bring your own swimsuit.
“We booked our three teenage sons onto the five day surfing course and they had an amazing time. I had a couple of queries prior to booking and these were all dealt with very promptly, communication throughout was excellent. The best thing was the instructors and tRead more”
Start with 15 minutes of classroom instruction, then practice board control and pop-ups on the sand before heading into the water. Rip Curl School provides the board, rash guard, leggings, towel, lockers, transport, and refreshments. Classes are capped at five students per instructor or assistant.
“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!!”
Meet 27 Surf School Bali at Kuta Beach for a private 90-minute beginner lesson. You’ll learn surfing basics on land, practice with your own instructor, and work toward standing or catching a wave. Board, rashguard, sunscreen, and photos or video are included.
“The LITERAL best deal and experience. I keep coming back for more! The instructors are excellent and the 1-on-1 attention has been helping me grow as a beginner surfer.”
Spend about three hours learning to surf at Kuta Beach with Dekom, using supplied equipment and bottled water. Private instruction is described for beginners, while intermediate and advanced surfers are also welcome. Pickup is available from selected Bali resort areas, but confirm the exact activity before paying.
“Amazing photos! Highly recommend as it was a fun experience but don't bother with a DSLR camera as the photos are nowhere near as good as phones.”
Meet your professional coach at Malu Surf Bali for a two-hour Kuta or Legian Beach lesson. You’ll learn paddling, pop-ups, balance, and wave timing, then practice in warm water with a soft-top board. Jojo is one named coach, and photos, a locker, surf clothes, and equipment are included.
“top experience with funny guide. he give clear intruction and good tip for me and this is my first time. great time to spend in kuta”
Meet at Christian Surf Bali in Seminyak for a two-hour private lesson suited to beginners through advanced surfers. You get one hour of theory, one hour of practice, board, rash vest, sunblock, water, transport, and close guidance. Instructor Chris is praised for clear, caring instruction and taking photos and videos.
“I never surf in my life,but with here is the first time this is amazing instructors and only two hours of session I’ve learned how to stand up, balance and practice surf on the beach without help of the instructor. The staff are extremely polite, usRead more”
Learn to surf in Kuta with a private instructor and about two hours of focused coaching. You will cover board basics, surf theory, wave practice, correction, and a short break before returning to the water. Hotel pickup and drop-off are offered, though food and drinks are not included.
“Best experience I have had in my trip around South east Asia, these guys are amazing! Excellent teaching skills and best company to chill with 🤙🏽”
Meet Galaxy Surf Bali on Kuta Beach for a 90-minute private lesson. Beginners, including non-swimmers from age 4 to 60, learn in shallow water. Intermediate surfers head to the line-up for green waves, with coach Sardo among the instructors and free photos and videos included.
“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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