Our Top 8 Beginner Surf Lessons in Kuta

1.HOT PROMO. Beginner Surf Lessons in Bali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 193 reviews · from $13Our pick

Meet UP2U Surf School on Kuta Beach, in front of the Pullman hotel, for a two-hour beginner lesson. You’ll practice on the sand, then work with a coach such as Gede, Chip, Lubis, or Prima in the water. Boards, leashes, surf shirts, lockers, showers, an online course, and surf photos are included.

“I went to 2 different surf schools in Bali and this one was better and cheaper. Even though it was a group lesson, the groups were very small (only 2 other people with me) and the instructor catered to our differing abilities. The included photos were also a nice touch and were emailed to me later the same day.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $46

At Kuta Beach, a private 27 Surf School coach teaches you the basics on sand and in gentle water. Your $46 lesson includes hotel pickup, surfboard, rash guard, zinc, instruction, and photos or video. Coaches such as Erwin and Reza have helped first-timers stand up quickly, while beginners stay in shallow water for safety.

“Erwin and Reza were awesome! My wife and I had never surfed or been to Bali. We booked 27 Surf school not because of the price (even though they were less expensive than other options) but because of reviews. And they didn’t disappoint. They picked us up at our Read more”

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3.Surfing Course – Beginner with Hotel Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 13 reviews · from $28

Start with 15 minutes of surf theory, practice standing on the sand, then head into the water as your instructor helps you catch your first waves. Rip Curl School of Surf supplies the board, rash guard, towel, lockers, transport, and drinking water. Coaches including Budi, Rey, and Namang are praised for patient instruction.

“I tried a few instructors with different companies while in bali, but finally got Budi as my instructor from Rip Curl. He was very patient with me and made me feel safe in the water even with the waves crashing down on us. I made progress and I’m happy with the experience. Big thumbs up and definitely will enroll into Rip Curl again on my next trip.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $14

Meet your instructor at Kuta Beach for a private beginner lesson built around your pace. You’ll learn surf theory on land, practice in the water, and review your progress between sessions. The $14 price includes a board, rash guard, zinc or sunscreen, and photos or video, but not transport, drinks, or meals.

“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.”

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5.Surfing Lessons for Beginner in Bali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $16

Meet Surfer Stop Bar & Surf School on Kuta Beach for an approximately one-hour beginner lesson. Coaches such as Andi and Neman teach basic surfing skills, help you catch white waves, and work with complete beginners or improving surfers. Pickup is offered, and your private group returns to the meeting point.

“I had my first try surfing experience with Surfer Stop in Bali in July 2022 and then felt in love with surfing! The trainers were not only professional, responsible but also super passionate. It’s really motivating to see your trainers cheering for you froRead more”

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6.Surfing Activity with Beginner and Intermediate Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $18

Galaxy Surf Bali offers 90-minute private surf lessons at Kuta Beach. Beginners, including non-swimmers ages 4 to 60, learn in shallow water on foam waves. Intermediate surfers head to the lineup for green waves, turning, and surf etiquette. Coach Sardo is praised for patient one-on-one teaching, 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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7.Surf Lesson Beginner All Level 2 Hour Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $19

Meet near Hotel FuramaXclusive for a private two-hour Seminyak surf lesson with theory and beach practice. English-speaking instructors such as Bin, Leo, and Martin teach paddling, balance, standing, and wave riding. Boards, rash vests, sunscreen, and photo or video are 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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8.Beginners Private Surf Lessons

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

Meet Pulau Biru Surf in Legian for a one-hour private beginner lesson at Kuta Beach. Local surf coaches provide the board and other needed equipment, then work with you one on one in a lesson scheduled around the tides. 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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