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The World’s 15 Best Surf Lessons

747 lessons  ·  from $9 a head

Warm water, a sand bottom and an instructor who puts you in the right place: those three things decide whether you stand up on day one. These 15 sessions have all three, on coastlines from Bali to the Algarve, priced and timed so you can book before you fly.

Tenerife: Surfing Lesson for All Levels, Photos included - What happens during the two hours
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Tenerife: Surfing Lesson for All Levels, Photos included

Group Surfing Lesson at Playa de las Américas, Tenerife - Land practice makes the first water attempt less chaotic
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Group Surfing Lesson at Playa de las Américas, Tenerife

2.Group Surfing Lesson at Playa de las Américas, Tenerife

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,072 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $43Top rated

Learn to surf at Playa de las Américas with gear, coaching, photos, and feedback included in this friendly Tenerife beginner lesson.

“Awesome afternoon surf lesson! They were really friendly and refreshed us with the theory first before hitting the water. After the session, hot tea and biscuits were waiting for us while reviewing pictures of us surfing and discussing our technique and mistakes.”

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Canggu: 2-Hour Surf Course - The first 30 minutes: learning on the sand
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Canggu: 2-Hour Surf Course

3.2-Hour Surf Course

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,053 reviews · 2 hours · from $23

Review of Spicy Surfschool’s two-hour Canggu lesson, with beginner tips, instructor details, safety, value, timing, and what to bring.

“We came two people who had never tried surfing before and we were a little scared. Our instructors took such good care of us and made us excited from the first second. In addition to making us excited, they also created a happy atmosphere. I can 100 percent recommend this place if you are a first time surfer.”

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Legian Beach, Bali: Beginner or Intermediate Surf Lessons - The land lesson: four useful ideas before you paddle out
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Legian Beach, Bali: Beginner or Intermediate Surf Lessons

4.Legian Beach, Bali: Beginner or Intermediate Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,019 reviews · 1 day · from $16

Learn to surf at Legian Beach with patient local instructors, small groups, boards, photos, and optional massage for $16.

“Had an amazing time. 2 hours wasn’t enough! Had so much fun, could have stayed there another 2 hours. Our instructor was super nice and fun. Taught us the technique very well and had a lovely experience. Definitely recommend.”

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Playa de las Américas: Private or Small-Group Surf Lesson - The 20-Minute Theory Lesson
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Playa de las Américas: Private or Small-Group Surf Lesson

5.Playa de las Américas: Private or Small-Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 980 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Learn to surf in Playa de las Américas with friendly instructors, quality gear, low-tide lessons, and practical facilities for $41.

“What a fantastic team! So kind and focused on making you feel as an old friend! Being a newbie of surf they make my day helping me to correct mistakes and continuosly supporting while in the water! Clear explanation on the shore of needed technics with very professional teacher! Good service also for the after lesson, with showers available in the shop! So what a beautiful experience! Thanks again! Hope to be back soon!”

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Maui: Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei - The First Minutes on the Sand
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Maui: Two Hour Beginner Group Surf Lesson in Kihei

Bondi Beach: 2-Hour Surf Lesson Experience for Any Level - The first 20 minutes: getting ready and meeting your instructor
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Bondi Beach: 2-Hour Surf Lesson Experience for Any Level

Matosinhos: Surfing Lesson with Equipment - What happens during the 90 minutes
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Matosinhos: Surfing Lesson with Equipment

8.Surfing Lesson with Equipment

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 926 reviews · 1h 30m · from $35

Learn to surf in Matosinhos with a patient local coach, quality equipment, small groups, and easy access from Porto for $35.

“Very nice activity, beginner friendly. I highly recommend as it is a nice way to discover the sea side while having fun. Toilets/water point would have been nice but there are many restaurants around so it is ok.”

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Uluwatu: Beginner & Intermediate Surf Lesson with Equipment - The first 15 minutes: safety before standing up
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Uluwatu: Beginner & Intermediate Surf Lesson with Equipment

Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson - The first lesson: beach safety before surfing
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Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson

12.2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 657 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

Review of Byron Bay’s 2-hour beginner surf lesson, with small groups, friendly instructors, safety training, gear, price, and practical tips.

“Guides were very clear and helpful. Marta helped with the basics really well and was very clear on how to do things and how to improve even in the sea. Would definitely recommend.”

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Noosa Heads: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Sunshine Coast - The first 15 minutes: arrive ready for the beach
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Noosa Heads: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Sunshine Coast

13.2 Hour Surf Experience on the Sunshine Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 644 reviews · 2 - 6 hours · from $59

Learn to surf at Noosa Heads with warm water, expert coaching, soft boards, rash shirts, and two hours of beginner-friendly wave time.

“Our instructor Reesy was great! He was lovely and chatty and his instructions were always clear - we never felt to be in any danger at all and, even though it was our first time surfing, we managed to stand up within the first few waves! Definitely our favourite experience in Noosa and well worth a visit, we’d love to come again and would absolutely recommend Go Ride a Wave, thank you so much for a great couple of hours!”

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Porto: Small Group Surf Lesson with Transportation - Choosing a beach for beginners
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Porto: Small Group Surf Lesson with Transportation

14.Small Group Surf Lesson with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 594 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $58

Learn to surf on Porto’s coast with small groups, beach transfers, wetsuits, boards, patient instructors, and flexible cancellation.

“Bernardo was a wonderful guide! It was our first time trying surfing and he explained everything and helped in the water. It is probably the most memorable experience, 100% worth it.”

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Open Group Surfing Lesson in Waikiki, Hawaii - Your first 45 minutes: safety, gear, and dry-land practice
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Open Group Surfing Lesson in Waikiki, Hawaii

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