A relaxed, beginner-friendly surf lesson in Bali, with small groups, personal attention, and a strong focus on safety and fun. Perfect for first-time surfers who want to learn in a laid-back beach atmosphere.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
We will pick you up at the front of your stay. Your surfguide(s) will come pick you up with motorbike. If no pick up is included we will meet in the beach.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Beginner Surf Lesson in Canggu Small Group lasts about 2 hours.
Prices start at $30 per person for this Seminyak experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We will pick you up at the front of your stay. Your surfguide(s) will come pick you up with motorbike. If no pick up is included we will meet in the beach. Pickup points include Fullmoon Canggu Nelayan, Bali Elements.
The experience is available in EN, JV.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 19 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by surfing with Sofi.
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Sofi is the best surfteacher in Bali! He is funny, but can be serious when needed. I was kind of scared of the water first, but Sofi let me feel safe. He has a lot of knowledge and i could ride small waves in the first lesson I did with him. Definitely try a surf lesson with Sofi, you will love it!
Thank you so much Rosa, looking forward to surf again soon!
I’ve been surfing with Sofi while traveling in Bali and I can really recommend. It was my first lesson and he explained everything well in the beginning. Also in the water I felt very comfortable and had a lot of fun. So if you are in Canggu and you wanna try surfing you should definitely check out Surfing with Sofi 🤙🏽
Thank you so much for your review! Looking froward to surf together soon again
We had a lot of fun surfing with Sofi! After some theory we were ready to go in the water. I recieved good tips during the session. We also had one on one guidance which made it a very good, safe and FUN session. Thanks!
Thank you Froukje! See you soon in the line up!!
Very fun surfing with sofi patiently teaching giving science to surfing beginners
Terima kasih
I have surfed with Sofi lots of times before and he is one of the best instructors in Bali. He is so patient and caring and you will improve so much in a short time. I really recommend him. Thank you Sofi for everything over the past years!
Thank you for this review!
Great experience to surf woth Sofi, he's trustworthy, kind and patient and I felt very safe in the water. Learned a lot from him. Thanks Sofi, see you again in Bali 🙏🏼
Thank you Anna!! See you soon in Bali
I had an amazing surf lesson and can highly recommend this surf school! The instructor was very friendly, patient and explained everything clearly, which made me feel comfortable and safe in the water. We started with the basics on the beach (paddling, standing up and safety) and then went straight into the ocean. The whole experience was well organized, professional and fun. After the lesson, I felt much more confident on the board and even managed to stand up on several waves 🏄♀️ One of the best experiences I had in Canggu — I would definitely book again!
Thank you so much for this great review!
I had the most incredible surf trip thanks to Sofi! As a beginner, I was a bit nervous, but Sofi was so patient and encouraging. They have a way of making you feel safe while pushing you to catch your first waves. I actually managed to stand up on my first day! If you’re looking for a trip that’s fun, professional, and genuinely rewarding, book with Sofi. Can't wait to come back!
Thank you so much!
My cousin and I have surfed with Sofi before, and every session has been amazing. The vibe is always relaxed, friendly, and supportive, which makes a huge difference in the water. He explains things clearly and in detail, helping us feel more confident and improve. You can really feel his passion for surfing and his good heart. Totally worth it — highly recommended.
Thank you so much my friend, you've improved so much! Let's catch more waves next time!
I had an amazing surf session with Sofi. He was incredibly kind, patient, and explained everything really clearly, which made me feel confident and comfortable in the water. You can tell he genuinely cares about teaching and making sure you enjoy the session. Highly recommend!
Thank you Ruby!! See you in the water
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