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Surf Coaching · Beginner
Beginner Surf Lessons in Medewi, Bali
Never surfed before? We start you in gentle whitewater on a soft, stable board, with a coach reading the ocean for you. Most guests stand up on their very first day.
Your first waves, done properly
Stand up on your very first wave
Surfing looks hard from the beach, but with the right wave, the right board and a coach reading the ocean for you, standing up comes faster than you’d think. We start you in gentle whitewater on a soft, stable board, and most of our guests are up and riding on their very first day.
You don’t need to be fit, young or fearless. You just need to be comfortable swimming, and bring a willingness to have fun. We take care of the rest.
The plan
What you’ll learn
Ocean & safety basics
Surf theory at the beach and the rules for safe behaviour in the water.
Reading the waves
How to read and understand the waves safely.
Paddle & pop-up
The right position on the board and how to paddle effectively.
Your first rides
Riding the white water and making your first turns on the wave.
Step by step
How your session works
Beach briefing
We start on the sand with the basics (safety, paddling and the pop-up) so you know exactly what to do before you get wet.
Into the water
We head to the gentle, sandy whitewater at Yeh Sumbul and put everything into practice, one wave at a time, with your coach right beside you.
Your first rides
Most beginners are standing up and riding whitewater on day one, and we’re filming the moment if you’d like video coaching.
Debrief & video analysis
Back on the beach we sit down together and review your session on video. Seeing your own surfing from the outside makes the next improvement click, and you keep all your clips.
Watch & get stoked
See what a session looks like
Real waves, real coaching: a taste of what your lesson looks like.
Why here
Why Medewi is perfect for learning to surf
Forget the crowded, competitive lineups of southern Bali. Medewi is a quiet stretch of West Bali coast where you can actually focus on learning, with space, calm water and a coach who knows exactly where to take you.
New to the area? Start with our complete Medewi surf guide or check the best time to surf.
Good to know
FAQ
Have you never surfed before?
Perfect. These lessons are built exactly for first-timers. No experience needed, just the willingness to give it a go.
Will I really stand up on my first day?
Most of our beginners do, riding whitewater waves on day one. Everyone learns at their own pace, but with the right wave and a coach beside you, it comes faster than you’d expect.
Do I need to be able to swim?
Yes. You should be comfortable swimming, as you’ll be in the ocean. You don’t need to be a strong swimmer, but basic water confidence keeps your session safe and fun.
Do I need to be fit?
Not especially. Paddling uses muscles you might not be used to, but our sessions are paced to you. Plenty of beginners of all ages and fitness levels learn here happily.
Is it 1:1 or a group?
Private 1:1 or 1:2 only. Your coach’s full attention is on you, every wave. Learning with a friend or partner? A 1:2 semi-private session is perfect.
What should I bring?
Just a swimsuit, a towel and good vibes. We provide the board, rash guard and reef-safe sunscreen for your face. A hat and some water for after are a good idea.
How long is a lesson?
A short theory briefing on the beach, then around two hours in and around the water.
Ready to catch your first wave?
Fun guaranteed. Bringing the family? We also run kids surf lessons with their own coach.
★★★★★ “Super friendly coach, great atmosphere, and perfect conditions for getting started.” (Thixxos, Google review)