Nusa Dua Surf Lesson: Learn to Ride Waves with a Pro

You'll stand up and ride a wave in your first session.

A two-hour surf lesson at Nusa Dua Beach in Bali, led by a professional local instructor, teaches you to paddle, pop up and ride waves in warm tropical waters. Choose between a private lesson or a group session with a minimum of four people. All soft-top boards, leashes, rash guards and a locker are included. The instructor teaches in English and tailors coaching to your level.

The experience

Nusa Dua Beach is built for learning. The long sandy shoreline and gentle rolling waves make it the right place to start surfing, and the lesson starts on the sand where your instructor walks you through the fundamentals: paddling technique, the pop-up motion to stand, balance and how to read wave timing. Once you're confident with the basics, you paddle out into warm water where the waves are forgiving enough to practice on without fear.

The instructor stays with you in the water, offering step-by-step coaching and personalized tips as you attempt your first rides. The goal is concrete and achievable: by the end of the two hours, you'll have stood up and ridden a wave. All equipment is provided (soft-top board, leash, rash guard), so you arrive with nothing but yourself. A locker keeps your belongings secure while you're in the water.

After the lesson, the beach is yours to linger on. Nusa Dua has a vibrant atmosphere and plenty of spots to grab a drink and wind down, turning the morning or afternoon into a full highlight of your time in Bali.

What’s included

• Professional local instructor in English.
• soft-top surfboard.
• leash.
• rash guard.
• locker for your belongings.

Options for this experience

2 options

Group lesson (minimum 4 people)Guide in English · 9 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 15:00Lesson for a group, lasting 2 hours

Private surf lessonGuide in English · 9 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 15:00Private surf lesson: meet at the meeting point (one coach, one guest). Duration: 2 hours

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day9 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 15:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (5 to 65 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Aryava Bali

Is this one for you?Pick the private lesson if you want your instructor's full attention to correct your form in real time, or join the group if you're comfortable learning while others practice nearby.

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Top questions

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.

Can I take a private lesson, or do I have to join a group?

You choose at checkout: a private lesson is one-on-one with the instructor, or you can book a group lesson with a minimum of four people. Both run two hours and include the same equipment and instruction.

What happens if I've never surfed before?

The lesson is designed for all levels, including complete beginners. The instructor teaches the fundamentals on the beach first, then guides you through your first waves in the water with constant support and encouragement.

What's included in the lesson?

A soft-top surfboard, leash, rash guard, locker for your belongings, and two hours of instruction from a professional local guide who teaches in English.

How long is the lesson?

The lesson runs two hours from start to finish, including the beach instruction and time in the water practicing waves.

Is Nusa Dua Beach good for learning to surf?

Nusa Dua is known for its long sandy shoreline and gentle rolling waves, making it an ideal spot for beginners to learn without fighting heavy surf or strong currents.