Surfing Group Lesson Level 1 Beach Surfer

The appeal here is the chance to learn surfing over five separate two-hour lessons, rather than trying to master the basics in a single beach session. You can build on what you learned the day before, while coaches keep the group to no more than five students per instructor or assistant.

I like two things in particular: the small coaching ratio, which gives you room to ask questions, and the practical extras, from hotel transfers and fresh-water showers to towels and fruit after class. One point to check before you book: the details place the surf lessons at Legian’s Double Six Beach but give a Sanur meeting-point address, so confirm your exact pickup or meeting arrangements the day before.

• Five lessons, not a one-off tryout: Each session lasts two hours, giving you several chances to practise the basics.
• Small coaching groups: There are no more than five students per instructor or assistant.
• Lessons at Double Six Beach: Conditions can change with tide, waves, and wind, so the school may schedule around them.
• Equipment and comforts are included: Boards, leashes, helmets, rash guards, leggings, towels, showers, and zinc are provided.
• Transfers cover much of south Bali: Pickup and return are included in listed areas, though not beyond them.
• Bring your own swimwear: The included-gear details say to bring your own swimsuit, bikini, or board shorts.

Five Lessons Give You Time to Find Your Feet

This is a beginner course with a simple promise: spend five days learning the basics of surfing, with a two-hour lesson each day. The teaching combines theory and water practice, and the goal is to give you essential skills for riding waves, improving your technique, and staying safe in the ocean.

That multi-day format matters. A first lesson can feel like a jumble of unfamiliar instructions, paddling, timing, and trying to stand. Returning for another session gives you a chance to practise again and work on the next step, rather than treating one successful ride as the whole course.

The description does not spell out a fixed lesson-by-lesson syllabus, so don’t expect a published Day One through Day Five checklist. The school says the course includes theory, practice, and practical work. What you do in the water may also depend on the day’s conditions and your progress.

The strongest reason to choose this course is its coaching ratio: no more than five students per instructor or assistant. That is a useful limit for beginners, who may need help with positioning, timing, or ocean-safety instructions. It does not mean one-to-one teaching, but it should leave more scope for direct coaching than a large beach class.

Double Six Beach and the Bali Surf Setting

The lessons are described as taking place on Legian’s Double Six Beach, a well-known stretch of Bali’s west coast. The beach setting is part of the appeal: you learn where the waves are, rather than practising only on dry land or in a pool.

The trade-off is that surf conditions are not fixed. Tide, wave size, and wind can affect when and how a lesson runs. The school schedules courses with those conditions in mind and says it will make an effort to arrange the course accordingly. Early starts may be necessary because morning conditions can be best.

Daily course times are listed as 8 am, 10 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm. Those are scheduling options, not a guarantee that every time works for every level or set of conditions. The lesson schedule is confirmed one day in advance, so keep some flexibility in your plans and check the time before arranging other activities.

The notes describe the waves as good but potentially big. That is a useful reminder: beginners should expect a real ocean setting, not a gentle, controlled practice space. If you are nervous, tell the instructor. Safety and comfort are recurring strengths of the school, but your own readiness and the conditions on the day still matter.

What a Two-Hour Lesson Can Include

The course is built around the fundamentals of surfing. You can expect instruction that brings together theory and practical work, with the aim of getting you onto waves and helping you improve over the five sessions. The exact order of skills is not provided, so it would be unwise to assume every student follows an identical progression.

The school’s stated goals include catching a first wave, learning to turn, and understanding ocean safety. Those are useful targets, but your pace will depend on fitness, comfort in the water, and conditions. The course is intended for people who have never surfed or who are still beginners.

The structure gives the instructor several days to see where you need help. Some people may want to focus on standing up; others may be ready to work on turning or wave choice. Feedback on the course describes instructors as patient and encouraging, with some students saying they felt safe and relaxed. Budi and Gung are named in individual comments, but you should not assume either will be assigned to your class.

There is also a practical study book during the course, with a downloadable soft copy available through the school’s website. That gives you something to refer to beyond the lesson itself. It may be especially useful if you want to remember safety points or review the basic ideas between sessions.

Gear, Showers, and What to Pack

The school provides a surfboard, leg rope, and Gath surf helmet. It also supplies a Rip Curl rash guard and leggings, along with imported zinc. That is a helpful amount of gear to have covered, particularly if you are new to surfing and do not own equipment.

Bring your own swimwear. The inclusions list says your swimsuit, bikini, or board shorts are not provided, even though the overview mentions board shorts among the supplied items. To avoid a soggy surprise at check-in, plan on bringing what you want to wear under the school’s surfwear.

After class, fresh-water showers, soap, shampoo, towels, private changing rooms, and individual lockers are available. Sealed drinking water is provided throughout the course, and fresh fruit is offered after lessons. Tea and coffee are also mentioned in the course overview.

Food is not included. The school facilities have a chill-out area with cold drinks, music, tables, and chairs, and the locations are described as being near restaurants. If friends or family come along, they can wait nearby and buy a meal, but they should budget separately.

School photographers take pictures during lessons, which are available for purchase after the course. Treat those as an optional extra, not part of the price. If you would like pictures, ask about them at the end rather than assuming they are included.

Transfers and the Sanur Meeting-Point Detail

Round-trip transfers are included from listed areas: Legian, Seminyak, Oberoi, Canggu, Kuta, Jimbaran, Uluwatu, Nusa Dua, and Sanur. If you are staying outside those areas, transport is not included, so check the distance and cost before booking.

There is one detail worth sorting out early. The surf lessons are described as being on Double Six Beach in Legian, while the stated start point is Rip Curl School of Surf at Hotel Prama Sanur Beach, on Jalan Cemara in Sanur. Since transfers are also offered from Sanur, do not guess which address applies to your booking. The lesson schedule and arrangements are confirmed a day ahead, so use that contact to verify where you will be picked up or where you should meet.

The overall activity has a maximum of 40 participants, while the more useful teaching figure is the ratio of no more than five students per instructor or assistant. Those numbers describe different things: the activity may have a larger total group, but each coach’s class is kept small.

Is $155 Good Value for Five Days?

At $155 for five two-hour lessons, you are paying for more than time in the water. The price includes coaching, surf equipment, rash guard and leggings, a helmet, zinc, water, towels, showers, lockers, fruit, and round-trip transfers in the covered areas. The small class limit is also part of the value.

That bundle can make the price attractive if you are staying in one of the transfer zones and would otherwise need to arrange gear and transport separately. Five sessions also give you more instruction time than a single introductory lesson. The value is strongest if you plan to attend all five and want a structured start to surfing.

There are limits. Food is extra, your swimwear is your responsibility, and transport outside the covered areas is not included. Photos cost extra as well. Also, the details do not promise a particular number of waves caught or a specific skill level by the end. Surf progress depends on the sea, the student, and the coaching fit.

Course feedback is notably positive about patient instructors, helpful staff, organisation, and feeling safe. One person also described the experience as less satisfying after later trying a different school. That is a useful caution against treating the course as a guaranteed route to expert surfing. It looks better suited to learning the fundamentals in a supportive group than to advanced, highly tailored coaching.

Who Should Book This Course?

I would shortlist this for first-timers, beginner surfers, and families with teenagers who want a structured introduction over several days. One family booked three teenage sons, and the school’s reply noted flexibility in the course. That suggests it may be possible to adapt within a group, but ask directly if your party has different experience levels.

It also suits you if you value practical organisation: transport, equipment, changing facilities, and a repeat lesson schedule all reduce the amount you need to arrange yourself. A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended. If you have concerns about swimming, fitness, or comfort in waves, raise them with the school before booking.

This may be less suitable if you need a guaranteed lesson time, want one-to-one instruction, or prefer a very quiet beginner environment. Conditions dictate some of the scheduling, and the activity can have up to 40 participants overall. The five-to-one coaching limit is reassuring, but it is not a private lesson.

The provider is Rip Curl School of Surf, and the experience is listed with a 4.7 rating and 93 percent recommendation rate from 27 reviews. Those figures support the generally positive picture, especially around staff and safety, but they are not a promise that every lesson or instructor will suit every student.

Should You Book?

Book if you want five coached sessions, need equipment and transfers included, and are happy to work around Bali’s changing surf conditions. The small coach-to-student ratio, patient teaching, and useful facilities make this a solid way to start.

Before paying, confirm the pickup or meeting point, ask which lesson times are available for your dates, and pack your own swimsuit. If those practical details line up, $155 buys a well-equipped introduction to surfing, with enough repeat practice to make the learning feel like a course rather than a quick holiday novelty.

FAQ

How long is the course?

It runs for five days, with one two-hour lesson each day.

Where do the lessons take place?

The surf lessons are described as taking place at Legian’s Double Six Beach.

What lesson times are available?

The listed daily times are 8 am, 10 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm. The school confirms the schedule one day in advance, and conditions may affect timing.

How many students are assigned to each coach?

The regular ratio is no more than five students per instructor or assistant.

Is surfing equipment included?

Yes. The supplied equipment includes a surfboard, leg rope, and surf helmet. A Rip Curl rash guard and leggings are also provided.

Do I need to bring my own swimsuit?

Yes. The inclusion details say to bring your own swimsuit, bikini, or board shorts.

Which areas are covered by the hotel transfers?

Round-trip transfers are listed for Legian, Seminyak, Oberoi, Canggu, Kuta, Jimbaran, Uluwatu, Nusa Dua, and Sanur. Transport outside those areas is not included.

What happens if bad weather cancels the activity?

If the experience is cancelled because of poor weather, you are offered another date or a full refund.