12 Private Surf Lessons in Indonesia Worth Booking

1.Bali : Private Surf Lesson With Surf photos & Videos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 112 reviews · 2 hours · from $15Our pick

You get a two-hour, one-to-one surf lesson at Kuta Beach with an English or Indonesian-speaking coach such as Alex, Pos, Boia, or Man. The session covers safety, beach practice, wave riding, a short break, and photo feedback. Boards, rashguards, zinc, showers, pickup, professional photos, and one video are included.

“The surf lesson exceeded my expectations! I’ve had not so good experience lately, but with this perfectly arranged lesson I managed to stand up on board a lot of times! Thank you :)”

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2.Private Surf Lesson with Surf Photos & Videos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 75 reviews · 2 hours · from $46

Spend two hours learning to surf at Balangan, Dreamland, or Jimbaran Beach with an English or Indonesian-speaking instructor. The lesson includes beach safety theory, equipment, reef shoes, sunblock, water, locker and shower access, plus photos and videos. Luis, Irawan, and Yasman are among the instructors praised for patient, clear coaching.

“Luis was the best. I had never surfed before, and was quite nervous but the second he pushed me out on my first wave, all i felt was excitement. I had the best day and caught so many waves! Thank you Luis!”

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3.Private Surf Lessons in Padang Padang – Uluwatu – Bali

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 30 reviews · from $149

Meet Infinite Wave Surf School near Bingin for a private two-hour lesson on Bali’s Bukit Peninsula. Your instructor chooses among Padang Padang, Dreamland, Balangan, or nearby breaks according to tides and conditions. Board, rash guard, and local transfers are included, with coaching for beginners and intermediate surfers.

“We had a brilliant experience, our instructor Yudi was awesome. He covered all the basics and gave us clear instructions about the beach, the board and what the plan was once we were out in the water. You are provided with a board and rash vest. My partner had neRead more”

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4.HOT PROMO. Semi Private Lessons (1 Coach/2 Guests)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $13Top rated

Meet UP2U Surf School Bali near Kuta Beach for a two-hour lesson built for two people and one coach. You’ll get a board, leash, rash guard, safety guidance, free photos, and online training. Paul and the UP2U crew handle bookings, while your coach adjusts the lesson for first-timers or improving surfers.

“Or instructor was great, we had so much fun, he had us standing up in no time , with lots of pointers on ways to improve. We had lots of photos taken by their photographer as well. A great visual reminder of the fun had.”

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5.HOT PROMO. Private Surf Lessons (1 Coach/1 Guest)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $19

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 surfboard, leash, rash vest, free photos, and online training material. Lesson times change with surf conditions, so check the schedule before you go.

“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.”

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6.Private Surf Lessons in Selong Belanak Lombok

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $44

Spend about 90 minutes learning to surf at Selong Belanak Beach with a private instructor from Lombok Private Surf Lessons. You’ll practice paddling, balance, standing, and catching small waves with a board and wetsuit supplied. Instructor Ibenk is named in guest feedback, and pickup is offered.

“We had the best time during this surf lesson, definitely a highlight for me!! Ibenk was so helpful and kind, great teacher … do it !! Thank you”

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7.Private Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $84

Meet at Legian Beach at 8:00 am for a 90-minute private surf lesson with one instructor and one student. You’ll practice paddling, popping up, stance, turning, ocean safety, and surf etiquette. Pickup is available in covered areas, with equipment, rash guard, shower, locker, towel, and bottled water included.

“We have just has the best weekend of surf and fun thanks to the team at Ripcurl Sanur. It was important that I found the right surf school for my daughter and her friend, both 11 years old and me an ameteur! The team communicated well befoRead more”

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8.Bali Seminyak Beach Private Surf Lesson 2 Hour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $26

Meet your instructor at Christian Surf Bali on Jalan Arjuna for a private two-hour lesson at Seminyak Beach. You’ll spend one hour learning surfing theory and one hour practicing, with no more than two students per instructor. Boards, rash vests, sunblock, water, and private transport are included. Chris may be your guide.

“we had an amazing experience to learn how to surf. i am a beginner, but don't worry here the instructor were expert and patient in explaining the theory. i learn how to stand on the board until i can handle the wave without help of instructor. thank you so much for this unforgetable experience. highly recomended.”

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9.Private surf lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $50

Spend about two hours learning or improving your surfing at Kuta Beach with one instructor focused on you. The lesson covers board use, surf theory, wave awareness, practice, correction, and a break. Hotel pickup and return transport are offered, though food and drinks are not included.

“it was best experient surf in Kuta beach Bali , the instructor was patient and nice too 😉 itu was my first time , thank you i will back next time”

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10.Private Surf Lesson with certified lifeguard

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours · from $30

Meet Satria Surf Coach near Alody Warung for a private Canggu surf lesson built around your ability. Start with sand theory, then work on paddling, wave choice, and standing with a board, rash vest, water, sunscreen, and a certified lifeguard instructor included. Hotel pickup is optional.

“Absolutely amazing!! My guided was so kind and incredibly helpful, it’s only my first lesson and I feel so encouraged to come again!! 10/10 :)”

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11.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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12.Private Surfing Lesson Bali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $28

Meet the Gecko Surf Kuta Beach team for a private two-hour lesson at Kuta Beach. You’ll learn water safety, practice on the sand, then spend two 45-minute sessions catching waves with an instructor nearby. The lesson suits beginners and intermediate surfers, with directions available if you have trouble finding the meeting point.

“Gecko and the crew out the front of the Hardrock Hotel in Kuta Bali are the best for surfing lessons for adults and children. The best we used in Bali, heaps of fun and the best price going around.”

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