Our instructors in Padang have in-depth knowledge of local spots and surf conditions. They are available for lessons, surf guides and love to offer advice on where and when to surf based on individual skill level, experience and current wave conditions.
We usually divide students into 2 groups for surf lessons, beginner and intermediate. Surf lessons and guiding take place twice a day and include transportation and spot information. We have a wide selection of rental boards available for you, from large foamies and mini mal to funboards and shortboards.
LEVEL 1 – What you will learn in the beginner’s course
Explanation of surfing equipment
Paddling technique
Standing on your board
How to ride a wave to shore
Improving your stance
Controlling your surfboard
Catching a wave
Surfing awareness
Improving your technique
Surfing along the wave
Video analysis of your workouts
LEVEL 2 – INTERMEDIATE COURSE
The main difference between beginner and intermediate surfers is the level of range in the water.
To be eligible for this module you should be able to:
Catching waves alone. Being comfortable surfing head-high waves alone. Know how to stand in waves. Have very strong paddling skills and feel comfortable in deep water.Fair knowledge of the code of conduct and rules in the water to stay safe and be respectful of other surfers
If this is still a challenge for you, we recommend taking the beginner course instead.
Our instructors will help you improve your skills by explaining how to read the sea , adjust your position and how to tack on waves.
What you can expect from the intermediate course
This module focuses on high wave surfing. Our instructors will suggest how to take your technique to the next level, teaching you how to ride the face of green waves.
Our staff will give you personalized advice on how you surf, the quality of the waves you choose, the speed you can generate, your agility on the wave, etc., and explain how to improve your technique. All of these factors can really make a difference in your learning journey. The more you surf, the better you do it and the more you will end up loving it.
Other important things you will learn in the Intermediate course:
Reading the ocean – Learning which waves to catch and which to skip
Stalling and acceleration
Angled takeoffs
How to make shifts
Video analysis of your workouts
