From your first wave to long point-break rides, Arugam Bay welcomes surfers of every level.
Every lesson includes board, rashguard, transport to the surf spot and back, and a beach briefing on currents and etiquette before you paddle out.
Land drills, pop-up technique, and your first ride on Arugam Bay's long waves — all from day one.
Build your positioning, timing, and wave-reading skills across Arugam Bay's breaks.
Explore Arugam Bay’s different surf spots with a local expert coach - best entries, exits, and how to read each break.
Free pick-up from your accommodation, or meet directly at Surf Wave Hotel — whichever's easier for you.
High-quality surfboard, leash, and rash guard are all provided. Please bring your own towel.
Open to surfers age 6 and up. Let us know if you're booking for a younger child so we can plan the lesson accordingly.
One lesson gets you standing. A few days gets you surfing. Our multi-day packages give you the time on the water to really learn — not just a holiday story.
Three sessions to build the fundamentals pop-up, positioning, and reading the wave.
Our best value package. Five days is enough time to move from your first waves to riding with real confidence.
Experienced, professional coaches focused on one thing: helping you enjoy surfing safely and comfortably, every session.
Achu leads every lesson with a calm, patient approach — an expert at getting you riding real waves and having fun, right from day one.
Favorite food: BBQ chicken
Experienced and professional ISA-certified coach, making sure you feel safe and looked after as you learn to surf at your own pace.
An experienced, trusted coach — warm and encouraging, focused on making every session feel safe and relaxed, whatever your level.
Favorite food: Seafood
A skillful surfer with sharp technique, and super friendly to boot — Abu will feel like your best friend by the end of the day.
Favorite food: Kottu
Team's reliable supporter, always smiling. Learning to surf — talk to Amu if you need anything.