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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
Learning to surf is easier than it looks
With the right wave, the right board and a coach next to you in the water, you’ll be surprised how fast it clicks. You don’t need to be fit, young or fearless, just comfortable swimming and up for some fun.
We take care of the rest: a soft, stable board, rash guard, pick-up from your accommodation and a plan that fits your pace.
The plan
What you’ll learn
Ocean & safety basics
Surf theory on the beach, how the ocean works and how to stay safe in the water.
Reading the waves
How waves break, and which ones are right for you to catch.
Paddle & pop-up
The right position on the board, effective paddling and a clean pop-up.
Your first rides
Riding whitewater waves all the way to the beach, with balance and confidence.
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
Wave after wave, your coach helps you with timing, balance and your pop-up until it starts to feel natural.
Debrief
Back on the beach we talk through your session and what to focus on next. With video analysis, we review your clips together and you keep them all.
Watch & get stoked
See what a session looks like
Real waves, real coaching: a taste of what your lesson looks like.
Meet our head coach
Daffa
Daffa grew up in Yeh Sumbul and has been surfing since he was 10. He knows exactly how to make first-timers feel safe in the water: calm, patient and with plenty of laughs. He tries to surf with every guest himself and stays your contact from your first message to your last wave.
- ✓Surfing since age 10
- ✓Fluent in English
- ✓Teaches all levels & ages, including kids
- ✓Shortboard, twin fin & longboard
- ✓Safety-focused, fun & responsible
Pricing
Beginner surf lesson prices
Same price for every level. Never a group: max. 2 surfers of the same level per coach.
Surf Coaching
Personal coaching in the whitewater, tailored to your pace. Board, leash and rash guard included.
- Soft, stable beginner board
- Theory and safety briefing on the beach
- Free pick up from your accommodation around Medewi
Surf Coaching with Video Analysis
Everything in Surf Coaching, plus we film your session and go through it together afterwards.
- Everything in Surf Coaching
- Your session filmed from the beach
- Video analysis and tips for next time, keep all your videos
All prices per person. No payment required to enquire.
Prefer to pick your days in a calendar? Use our booking calendar →
Happy beginners
First waves, in their own words
This was my first time on a surfboard and I felt safe in the water the whole time. Everything was explained patiently and clearly. You can tell how much experience and passion goes into the coaching here. Thank you!
Re Si · Google review, September 2025 · Translated from German
Daffa was awesome. I had 2 great lessons with him. I was standing up and surfing whitewash within 30 minutes, and progressed to surfing small waves the next day.
Jack Hoffmann · Google review, August 2026
Great surf instructor! It was my first surf lesson and I felt really safe. Very friendly and helpful. I would recommend it to anyone!
Nina · Google review, September 2025 · Translated from German
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.
Real sessions, real guests
Our guests in the water
Good to know
FAQ
I’ve never surfed before. Is that okay?
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 session with someone at your level 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)