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Where to Book: the 15 Best Two-Hour Surf Sessions Worldwide

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Good two-hour surf sessions fill up weeks ahead and the small schools go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Canggu: 2-Hour Surf Course - The first 30 minutes: learning on the sand
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Canggu: 2-Hour Surf Course

1.2-Hour Surf Course

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,053 reviews · 2 hours · from $23Our pick

Meet Spicy Surfschool at Black and White surf cafe beside Batu Bolong Beach in Canggu. Beginners get 30 minutes of land instruction, then about 90 minutes in the water with a coach. More experienced surfers go straight to wave practice. English and Indonesian lessons are available, with private and small-group options.

“Loved it ! Was my second ever lesson and was so fun. I had Oge’z as an instructor and he was brilliant!! We had a good laugh and he helped me paddle out when my arms were tired :) Will be going back for another lesson with him this week !”

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Maui: Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei - The beginner beach and wave setup
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Maui: Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei

2.Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 950 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $98Top rated

Meet Surf Shack Maui in Kihei for a two-hour beginner lesson limited to six students. Instructors such as Mike, Ivan, Sofia, and Francisco teach safety, etiquette, paddling, and wave riding, then help you catch small waves. Boards, rash guards, and water booties are included, with optional photos available separately.

“The area is a little crowded but works fine for first timers. There are family friendly beaches a short walk away for people waiting on those taking the lesson. There are also some shops and food truck area just across the street to keep people occupied or for something to do afterwards. The lesson was mellow with a quick tutorial and standing up on a wave. Our group was 5 people and we all had multiple chances to try and ride small waves. Everyone in our group was able to stand up and catch a wave. They have a photographer in the water that will capture some of the attempts…”

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Bondi Beach: 2-Hour Surf Lesson Experience for Any Level - The First 20 Minutes: Safety Before Surfing
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Bondi Beach: 2-Hour Surf Lesson Experience for Any Level

3.2-Hour Surf Lesson Experience for Any Level

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 935 reviews · 2 hours · from $70

Spend two hours learning to surf at Bondi Beach with a maximum of five students per instructor group. You will cover beach safety, board technique, and wave basics before practicing in the water with a soft board and wetsuit. Instructors such as Jessie, Dan, Matt, Luke, and Brontë are praised for patient, personal coaching.

“Fantastic team and friendly instructors. E we had a great time catching and riding the waves! Highly recommended!”

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Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson - A safety lesson before the fun begins
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Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson

4.2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 657 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

Meet Lets Go Surfing on Fletcher Street for a beginner lesson built around beach safety, paddling, catching waves, and standing. You spend two hours on the beach and in the water, with no more than six surfers per instructor. Guides such as Tim, Luke, Guido, and Ava are praised for patient coaching and good humor.

“Luke gave us a brilliant surfing lesson and I felt really safe in the water considering I was so nervous to begin with. It was such a fun activity, the feeling when you catch a wave is unreal!! Thanks for a great lesson we loved it”

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Noosa Heads: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Sunshine Coast - The first 15 minutes: arrival and preparation
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Noosa Heads: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Sunshine Coast

5.2 Hour Surf Experience on the Sunshine Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 644 reviews · 2 - 6 hours · from $59

Spend two hours learning to surf at Noosa Heads Beach with a Level 1 instructor. You’ll begin with beach safety and board technique, then practice in waist-deep water before riding small waves. Soft boards, rash shirts or wetsuits, sunscreen, showers, and secure storage are provided. Instructors may include George, Reece, Felipe, or Valentino.

“We loved our surf lessons! Instructors were informative and fun - nothing to improve on!”

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Albufeira: 2-Hour Falesia Beach Surf Lesson - What happens during the two-hour surf lesson
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Albufeira: 2-Hour Falesia Beach Surf Lesson

6.2-Hour Falesia Beach Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 464 reviews · from $40

Meet Albufeira Surf & Snorkeling Adventure at Praia da Falésia for a two-hour lesson shaped around your level. You’ll warm up on the sand or head into the water, using supplied boards and wetsuits while instructors such as Nuno, Shana, or John help you read waves and work toward standing up. Groups are limited to nine.

“Great surf experience at one of the best beaches in Portugal. We were beginners and had a great beginners surf session that allowed us to grab some waves alone at the end of the lesson. We even came back the next day to do it again!”

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Canggu: 2-Hour Surf Class with a Professional Instructor - The beach lesson comes before the sea
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Canggu: 2-Hour Surf Class with a Professional Instructor

7.2-Hour Surf Class with a Professional Instructor

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 355 reviews · 2 hours · from $23

Meet coaches such as Yanto, Roy, Eko, Arti, Sefta, or Ecko for a two-hour Canggu surf lesson. Beginners practice on land before heading into the water, while intermediate surfers work on form and wave choice. Board rental, instruction, and a shower are included. Private and small-group lessons are available.

“Yanto is the coolest instructor. Full of vibes and great motivation. Clear and concise instructions. Definitely going back. The camera man made us look like pros haha Stay blessed!”

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2-Hour Surf Lesson in Alentejo - From dry land to the first wave
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2-Hour Surf Lesson in Alentejo

8.2-Hour Surf Lesson in Alentejo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 243 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

Meet SurfMilfontes at Praia do Malhão for a two-hour beginner-friendly surf lesson. You’ll spend 20 to 30 minutes on theory, warm up, then practice for about 90 minutes with a board, wetsuit, leash, and qualified instructor. Antonio, Miguel, and Eric are among the named instructors associated with the school.

“Very clear lesson, and perfect guidance from the instructor!! We are beginners but we surfed some waves! I recommend !!”

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2 Hour Ultimate Learn to Surf Adventure - Moving from practice to real waves
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2 Hour Ultimate Learn to Surf Adventure

9.2 Hour Ultimate Learn to Surf Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 235 reviews · from $46

Meet Australian Surfing Adventures at Palm Beach for a two-hour beginner lesson with no more than five students per instructor. You’ll learn surf safety, wave timing, and board technique in shallow water, with equipment and wetsuit hire included. Instructors such as Alex, Luke, Jody, and Jay are praised for clear coaching and encouragement.

“Pretty good experience! The couches were really nice!!! Gave very patient instructions so that would enjoy it!”

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Broadbeach: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast - The first 20 minutes: safety before surfing
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Broadbeach: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

10.Broadbeach: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 225 reviews · 2 - 6 hours · from $59

Learn to surf at Broadbeach with Go Ride A Wave during a two-hour beginner lesson. You’ll meet at the Kurrawa Surf Club car park, collect a soft board and rash shirt or wetsuit, then practice safety, positioning, paddling, and standing in waist-deep water. Instructors including Kal, Blake, Damien, and Tahu are known for patient, hands-on coaching.

“Incredible and friendly instructor, amazing instructions for a complete beginner like myself. Very informative but also plenty of time in the water! Could not recommend more and will definitely be back”

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Merrick's Noosa Learn to Surf: 2 Hour group surfing lesson - Moving into the water for the two-hour session
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Merrick’s Noosa Learn to Surf: 2 Hour group surfing lesson

11.Merrick’s Noosa Learn to Surf: 2 Hour group surfing lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 222 reviews · from $60

Meet coaches such as Robby, Dylan, Oaki, Josh, Louis, or Anthony at Claude Batten Drive, collect your board and rash vest, then walk to the beach for a two-hour lesson. Merrick’s 1-2-3 method is built for first-timers, with winter wetsuits supplied and morning or afternoon sessions available.

“I booked a lesson for my 2 nieces, 2 daughters and I to do together during our stay in Noosa. None of us have ever surfed before and within 2-3 attempts we were all surfing and hooked! They all want surfboards for Christmas now!”

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Surf class in Famara 9:15-12:00 or 11:45-14:30 (2h class) - What happens before the water session
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Surf class in Famara 9:15-12:00 or 11:45-14:30 (2h class)

12.Surf class in Famara 9:15-12:00 or 11:45-14:30 (2h class)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 199 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

Meet Calima Surf in Caleta de Famara, collect your wetsuit, and walk with the group to the beach for a warm-up, surf theory, and water practice. Choose a morning or midday session. Instructors speak several languages, and Alberto is praised for his patience and energy with first-time surfers.

“Alberto notre moniteur était excellent ! Plein d’enthousiasme et de patience pour nous apprendre à surfer. C’était une première pour moi et je recommencerais chez moi en Bretagne !😍”

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Algarve: 2-Hour Beginner Surf Lesson - From Lagos to the right beach
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Algarve: 2-Hour Beginner Surf Lesson

13.2-Hour Beginner Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 192 reviews · 2 hours · from $82

Meet Algarve Watersport in Lagos for a two-hour beginner surf lesson led in English by certified instructors. You’ll learn wave safety, tides, currents, paddling, and board control before practicing on a beach selected for the day’s conditions. Alex, Emil, Andras, and Angelo have all taught past sessions, though instructors vary.

“We had a very chilling start in the day! Becca and her crew have an amazing surf camp. Very lovely people. You feel welcome at the first moment you enter the camp. After a cup of coffee, we started driving around 40km to the westcoast. Arriving at the beach you just have seen one thing: WAVES WAVES WAVES. As we have been absolute beginners, our instructor explained us the basics of surfing, slowly and good to understand. Then we,'ve practising in the water the rest of the day. I can only highly recommend this event.”

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Oahu: Waikiki 2-Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson - The water session: catching waves instead of watching them
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Oahu: Waikiki 2-Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson

14.Waikiki 2-Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 191 reviews · 2 hours · from $103

Spend two hours learning to surf about a mile outside Waikiki’s crowded breaks. A 20-minute beach lesson covers equipment, safety, etiquette, paddling, and stance, followed by water time with a CPR and lifeguard-certified instructor. Groups cap at six, and instructors such as Turner, Kai, and Noah are praised for patient coaching.

“It was an amazing day!!! Our instructor was a very chill guy and good in explaining everything. We had the opportunity to hit a lot of waves thanks to him and it was a great feeling. Me and me wife would love to do It again. Aloha!”

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Canggu : 2-Hour Surfing Lesson - What two hours really includes
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Canggu : 2-Hour Surfing Lesson

15.2-Hour Surfing Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 180 reviews · 2 hours · from $27

Spend two hours learning to surf at Canggu’s Batu Bolong Beach with English-speaking instructors such as Wayan, Ian, and Justin. You’ll start with a 20-minute beach briefing, then practice on a soft board in the water. Beginner and intermediate coaching is available, with a maximum of 10 participants and a stated 2-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio.

“The instructor Wayan was great and very patient! Recommed you ask for him when you book!”

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