Bali Surf Lesson Reports

Our group of beginner surfers had a fantastic morning at Baby Padang. The surfing conditions were perfect for inspiring surfers. The swell had slightly decreased in size compared to the previous day, with the best sets were in the shoulder-to-head high range. As always during this time of year, the wind was blowing very lightly, which is ideal for beginners. The conditions were clean and smooth, and the waves broke at Baby Padang’s optimal speed, allowing for long rides across the reef.

During the session, the surfers focused on mastering the control of their surfboards from the top of the wave, a crucial skill for progressing to the next level. The key to achieving this added control is to pop up into the functional stance.

Crystal clear conditions this morning at the scenic waves at Padang Padang. The predicted swell did not arrive as per the forecast; however, there were plenty of long lines for our beginner surfers to enjoy. The waist-high waves moved at a leisurely pace, and the glassy surface conditions remained undisturbed by the absence of wind. The surfers utilized their session to work on trimming down the line on the faster left-breaking waves, and staying in the pocket on the slower right-breaking waves.

On a small day like today, surfing evolves into an aquarium experience, with vibrant and colorful fish swimming beneath you. As the sun rises and before the trade wind picks up, the water is at its clearest. Just one of the many reasons to tag along for a surf lesson.

Our beginner surfers rose bright and early this morning to catch glassy, first-light surfing conditions. They were rewarded for their efforts, as the surf conditions were flawless! The ocean was exceptionally glassy and smooth. The wind blew ever-so-lightly offshore, and the waves were shoulder high, with occasional larger sets. The long period swell in water wrapped beautifully around the reef, creating fun, beginner-friendly walls for the surfers to enjoy. The surfers enjoyed the perfect conditions and utilized the ideal walls to improve their balance, control of the surfboard, and stance.

When the conditions are this good, you will improve by leaps and bounds in a very short period of time. Each wave breaks nearly mechanically across the reef, which allows a surfer several attempts at a similar wave.

It was a gorgeous morning at Padang Padang, with abundant sunshine, excellent waves, and offshore wind. Surfers were thrilled as forerunning sets of a new swell started rolling in. The new swell is just big enough to make the lefts break at the famous Padang Padang Left; however, more is needed for the break to be really working. Over at Baby Padang, wave sizes progressively increased during the session, reaching shoulder to head high on the largest of sets. As anticipated at the world’s finest beginner wave, the wind blew flawlessly offshore, and the conditions were sublime.

Taking advantage of the ideal conditions, the surfers honed their muscle memory and perfected their functional stance.

Our group of beginner surfers had a great morning at Baby Padang. The surfing conditions were excellent! Compared to yesterday, the swell has increased slightly, with shoulder-to-head-high set waves. Predictably, the wind was blowing slightly offshore, which is ideal for surfing. The wave faces remained clean, allowing everyone to enjoy long, smooth rides. During the session, the surfers focused on recognizing the moment when their surfboard begins to plane on the surface of the wave, which is the point at which you initiate your pop-up.

Learning to anticipate when to pop-up will allow you to pop-up at the top of the wave rather than once you have already reached the trough.

Another amazing day at the world’s finest beginner wave! The swell has dropped to an ideal size, allowing our beginner surfers to relish in long, smooth rides starting from the top of the reef. The surfing conditions were exceptional, characterized by a calm ocean and a gentle offshore breeze that enhanced the perfection of the experience. Most sets delivered waves reaching shoulder height, occasionally presenting head-high sets. Our surfers focused on mastering the functional stance and riding down the line. Those who succeeded were generously rewarded with extended rides!

As we move further into May and approach June, we anticipate the arrival of more powerful swells and days characterized by stronger offshore wind.

Our swell has increased in size since yesterday, lighting up the island with overhead waves in idyllic tropical conditions. The crew ventured out in different directions this morning to make the most of the waves. The advanced surfers headed to Airport Right at first light, while the intermediates made their way to Toro-Toro. As for the beginners, they gathered at Baby Padang, where they chose to ride the inside reform waves. It was a delightful experience for them as they enjoyed waist-high waves gently and flawlessly breaking across the reef.

According to forecasts, the swell is expected to gradually diminish in size over the course of today and tomorrow, making way for a new smaller swell.

The consistency at which we have excellent beginner surfing conditions at Padang Padang is really something that must be experienced to be understood. Today was no exception as we had a bright and sunny morning with clear water and fun waves! The surf has picked up slightly in size to shoulder high on the sets, and the forecast read 2 ft. at 16 seconds from 220 degrees. The wind blew perfectly offshore, and the surface of the ocean was smooth and ideal. The surfers worked on getting to their feet and maintaining the functional stance as they ride down the line, and catching green waves on their own.

Bali is the perfect location to learn to surf, and Padang Padang is the perfect beginner wave. It’s slow, rolling pace and convenient channel provide the perfect platform for you to begin your surfing journey.