Canggu Surfing Lesson: 2-Hour Private Lesson & Board Rental

Learn to Surf in Canggu with a Patient Instructor Who Knows the Waves

You get picked up from Canggu or meet your instructor at the beach for a two-hour private lesson with an experienced, certified guide. The session covers wave reading and safety on land, then paddling and standing practice in beginner-appropriate water, with one-on-one feedback throughout. Board, rash shirt, zinc cream and water are all included. You just need to bring yourself and show up ready to try.

Step-by-step itinerary

Beginner surf lesson in Canggu

• Pick up from Canggu or meet beach
• Receive basic surf guidance on land
• Learn health and safety points
• Do warm-up exercises on land
• Practice paddling and standing on board
• Surf waves suitable for skill level

The experience

You arrive at the beach in Canggu early morning, still a bit uncertain about whether you can actually do this. Your instructor (either Yahya or Ari, and you'll know who before you book) meets you on the sand with a board and a rash shirt. The lesson runs two hours total. First comes the land work: how to read the water, where the break is, how your body moves on the board before you're even in it. They walk you through the safety points, show you the warm-up, and then it's time to paddle out into waves that are actually manageable for someone who's never done this.

The water is warm. Your instructor stays close the whole time. This is one-on-one, so there's no group to keep up with and no one watching except them. They correct your paddle, help you pop up on the board, and catch you before panic sets in when the wave rolls under you. Ari comes from Java and has taught plenty of beginners. Yahya knows the Canggu breaks inside out. Both are the kind of patient that makes a difference when you're face-down in saltwater for the first time. You get a bottled water break, zinc cream to keep the sun off, and honest feedback on what's working and what needs adjusting.

By the end of the two hours, you've stood up more than once. Maybe you've caught a real wave. Maybe you're just less terrified of falling. Either way, you leave knowing what comes next if you want to keep going, and you probably will. The board and rash shirt are included, so you show up with nothing but yourself and a willingness to get wet.

What’s included

• Your two-hour lesson includes a surfboard and rash shirt, bottled water, and zinc cream to protect your skin.
• The instructor handles pickup from your Canggu hotel by scooter or you can meet them at the beach.
• Land-based instruction on safety and technique comes first, followed by in-water practice with close guidance and feedback.

Options for this experience

5 options

KUTA BEACH: Surf lesson for a groupUp to 5 per booking · Guide in English or Czech · 07:00, 10:00, 13:00 and 16:00Includes a surfboard, a rash guard and zinc sunscreen

Canggu: Surf lesson lasting 1 hourGuide in English or Czech · 07:00, 10:00, 13:00 and 16:00Surf lesson lasting 1 hour

Canggu: Surfing lesson of 2 hours with an ISA certified instructorGuide in English or Czech · 07:00, 10:00, 13:00 and 16:00Pickup is included

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Canggu: Surf course over 3 daysGuide in English or Czech · 07:00, 10:00, 13:00 and 16:00Surf course of 3 days

Canggu: Surf course of 5 daysUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English or Czech · 07:00, 10:00, 13:00 and 16:00

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:00, 10:00, 13:00 and 16:00

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Child (6 to 14 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Czech

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Yahya Zakaria

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to try surfing without arranging your own board, figuring out which beach break is beginner-safe, or wondering whether you're doing it right: the one-on-one format and included gear mean you show up and learn, nothing else to organize.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Czech.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 14 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Do I need to know how to swim?

Swimming ability is not explicitly required, but comfort in water is important since you'll be paddling and falling in the ocean. Check with the instructor when booking if you have concerns.

What if I'm not a beginner?

The lesson is designed for complete beginners, but the instructor also works with intermediate and advanced surfers, guiding them to different breaks around Bali and helping refine technique. Contact them to discuss what level you are.

How do I get to the beach?

You can either arrange pickup from your Canggu accommodation by scooter, or meet the instructor directly at the beach. Confirm the meeting point when you book.

What's included in the lesson?

Surfboard, rash shirt, zinc cream, bottled water, and instruction from a certified instructor. You don't need to bring or rent anything else.

How many people are in the lesson?

It's private: one instructor, one student. This means personal attention and safety feedback the whole time.

What happens if the waves are too rough?

The instructor chooses waves suitable for your skill level, so conditions are matched to beginners. If conditions are unsafe, the instructor will advise.

Can I book a lesson if I'm pregnant or have a back injury?

The activity is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries. Discuss any health concerns with the instructor before booking.