4 options from IDR 300,000 per person. Departures from Da Waves Surf school, Pecatu, Jalan Raya Pantai Kuta. Duration 2h.
A two-hour surf lesson in Bali starts at IDR 300,000 (≈ $18) per person: the group beginner class of Da Waves Surf on Double Six beach in Seminyak, one instructor for three students, with the board, surf photos, a towel and a locker.
Packs bring the price per lesson down: five sessions cost IDR 1,200,000 (≈ $71) per person.
The schools work from different beaches — Kuta, Seminyak, Canggu and near Uluwatu — so the first choice is usually the beach closest to where you stay. A coach to yourself costs IDR 450,000 (≈ $26) per person at Surf With Aldo in Canggu. In order of price:
Da Waves Surf teaches beginners on Double Six beach in Seminyak. The Group Beginner Class is 1 instructor for 3 students and lasts 2 hours, from IDR 300,000 per person for 1 session, with surf equipment, surf photos, a towel and a locker included. Packs of 2, 3 and 5 sessions cost less per lesson; private, family and intermediate classes are also on the list. Start time and cancellation terms are not published.
A private surf lesson with an Indonesian coach on Batu Bolong beach in Canggu, up to 2 hours from the moment you arrive, including beach instruction and a safety briefing. IDR 450,000 per person, with board, rash guard, leash, drinking water and shower included. The start time follows the tide and swell and is confirmed 2 to 3 days ahead; payment is usually in cash on arrival, and cancelling is free up to 24 hours before.
A 2-hour group surf lesson with 1 instructor for 3 students from a Balinese family school near Uluwatu, IDR 400,000 per person. The board, a wetsuit, sunscreen, zinc and coffee, tea or water are included; classes run in the morning and afternoon, and you can pay by cash or card. The website places the school on Balangan beach while Google Maps marks it by Bingin, so confirm the spot when you book; transfer costs extra.
A 2-hour surf class on Kuta beach with a published plan: 20 minutes of safety and theory, 15 minutes of practice on the sand, 45 minutes surfing, a 15-minute drink break, 45 more minutes in the water and 10 minutes to pack up. IDR 425,000 ($25) for 1 student; the site lists lower amounts for 2 and 3 students without saying whether they are per student. The school's FAQ says a board is provided and there is no transfer or customer insurance; cancellation terms and the minimum age are not published.
| Tour | Duration | Group | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner Group Surf Lesson at Double Six, Seminyak | 2h | — | IDR 300,000 per person |
| Private Surf Lesson at Batu Bolong, Canggu | 2h | — | IDR 450,000 per person |
| Group Surf Lesson at Balangan with Froggy Surf School | 2h | — | IDR 400,000 per person |
| Beginner Surf Class on Kuta Beach with Bali Surf Class | 2h | — | IDR 425,000 per person |
Operators: Da Waves Surf · Surf With Aldo · Froggy Surf School · Bali Surf Class
Yoga is an amazing instructor, he was very clear and made it so easy for me. As a beginner I was nervous and he knew how to make sure I was calm and gain confidence in the water. Very patient and pushed me when I needed it. I had a brilliant time and would really recommend!!
Was an amazing experience! Thank you Louis, you were the best instructor! And thank you to the staff for being so nice! Went with my wife taking the family private class. Price included unlimited free cold drinks, towels, showers to rinse off, and 100+ pictures. Totally worth it.
Definitely the highlight of my trip! The instructors are amazing and supported us throughout the two hours we learnt how to surf! We expected a laid back bodyboarding session but were pleasantly surprised by a surfing lesson instead! The instructors were so kind and assisted me throughout the session. By the end of the two hour sessions I could stand on the board and let the waves wash me back to the shore (without any prior experience). It was really fun and I would definitely go again!
We did 2 days surfing with Aldo and the guys. Great teachers. It was our first time surfing, learned it from zero at the beach, then to the ocean. With the help of the guys we all rode our frist wave from the 2nd and 3rd attempt. Highly recommended.
A first surf lesson in Bali costs IDR 300,000 (≈ $18) to IDR 450,000 (≈ $26) per person for about two hours, and the difference is mostly how many students share the instructor: three at Da Waves Surf and Froggy Surf School, one at Surf With Aldo. Bali Surf Class prices its lesson for one student and lists lower amounts for two and three without saying whether they are per head.
Checked against the operators' own sites on 30 September 2026
| Lesson | Beach | Format | Per person |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group beginner classDa Waves Surf | Double Six, Seminyak | 1 instructor, 3 students | IDR 300,000 (≈ $18) |
| Group lessonSurf With Aldo | Batu Bolong, Canggu | at least 6 students | IDR 350,000 (≈ $21) |
| Group lessonFroggy Surf School | Balangan or Bingin, near Uluwatu | 1 instructor, 3 students | IDR 400,000 (≈ $24) |
| 1-day classBali Surf Class | Kuta | 1 student | IDR 425,000 (≈ $25) |
| Private lessonSurf With Aldo | Batu Bolong, Canggu | 1 coach, 1 student | IDR 450,000 (≈ $26) |
| Private beginnersDa Waves Surf | Double Six, Seminyak | private | IDR 600,000 (≈ $35) |
| Private lessonFroggy Surf School | Balangan or Bingin, near Uluwatu | 1 instructor, 1 student | IDR 700,000 (≈ $41) |
Bali Surf Class publishes its two hours minute by minute: 20 minutes of safety and theory, 15 of practice on the beach, 45 surfing, a 15-minute drink break, 45 more in the water and the last 10 to pack up. At Surf With Aldo the two hours are counted from the moment you arrive and include the beach instruction and the safety briefing.
Da Waves Surf teaches on Double Six beach in Seminyak, and Bali Surf Class on Kuta beach, from a base on Jalan Raya Pantai Kuta open 8:00–19:00. Surf With Aldo meets at Warung Alody on Batu Bolong beach in Canggu, where most of its lessons run; for more experienced surfers the coach may pick another spot. Froggy's website says Balangan beach near Uluwatu, while Google Maps marks the school by Bingin.
Da Waves Surf lists the surf equipment, photos, a towel and a locker. Froggy gives a board, a wetsuit, sunscreen, zinc and coffee, tea or water. Surf With Aldo has the board, a long-sleeve UV rash guard, the leash, drinking water and a shower; bring swimwear and a towel. Bali Surf Class's FAQ says a board is provided, with an hour of free board use after the lesson. Froggy charges extra for transport without a price, and Surf With Aldo suggests GoJek.
Surf With Aldo takes children from 5 years old with a private instructor for IDR 425,000 (≈ $25) per person, and the youngest start with a tandem ride together with the coach. Da Waves Surf teaches children under 10 only individually, from IDR 700,000 (≈ $41) per person. Froggy says its lessons are for all ages; Bali Surf Class does not publish a minimum age.
Important
Da Waves Surf's page lists an «experienced private instructor» for every class, yet describes the group beginner class as one instructor and three students. At IDR 300,000 (≈ $18), expect to share the instructor, and confirm when you book.
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