Intermediate Surfing in Bali

The ocean is full of life this morning! The surf has picked up since yesterday as we are seeing the first waves of the new swell. Our surfers were back at Dreamland bright and early to catch the low tide. The increase in swell brought a new challenge to some of the intermediate surfers, who have been surfing the break early for the last couple of days. The waves were in the overhead range for most of the session, with a few larger set waves coming occasionally. The wind was perfectly light offshore, and the ocean was smooth and glassy.

We have an XL-sized swell arriving today. Tomorrow will see double-overhead + sized waves in what is one of the largest swells of the season. Stay safe and enjoy the ride!

Dreamy surf conditions at Dreamland Beach this morning! The surf was what people come to Bali looking for -Long lines, tropical temperatures, and a beautiful natural environment! Our intermediate surfers scored early with only a few people on the A-frame peak at Dreamland. Our Advanced surfers also reported that Uluwatu was 5-stars with overhead + sets lining up across the reef. The swell picked up considerably overnight with waves breaking in the overhead range. The wind was perfectly light offshore, and the full moon was particularly beautiful.

We are entering a period of early morning low tides, which will last for the next week. With plenty of swell on the forecast and morning low tides, Dreamland will be an excellent call for intermediate surfers. See you out there!

Small wave fun at Uluwatu this morning! Our intermediate surfers were up bright and early to catch the high-tide running waves at The Racetrack. Uluwatu always produces at least a few head-high waves; however most of the sets were in the shoulder-high range, which is a great size for intermediate surfing. The Tradewind had kicked into gear early, and the temperature was about as cool as it gets (A not too cold 26°C water/25°C air temperature). The intermediate surfers enjoyed their opportunity to surf the long, running lefts at such an iconic break in improver-friendly conditions.

Uluwatu has many faces; from the Bombie and Outside Corner on XXL days to small days like today. The versatility of this wave is a unique quality which makes Uluwatu the world’s best surfing destination.

Our intermediate surfers rose early to catch the sunrise and some waves at the surf camp’s Favorite low-tide A-Frame at Dreamland. The sets were slow coming as we waited for the new swell to fill in. Despite the wait, the surfers all managed to get a few shoulder-high waves, with the most patient of surfers being rewarded with overhead, long rides. The trade wind was making itself known early, which is expected given we are in the windiest month of the year. Overall it was a cruisy morning with friendly waves in a stunningly beautiful location.

A big swell will be filling in through the day today. Tomorrow will see double-overhead high waves, and we may get to watch brave surfers compete for the best barrel ride at the Rip Curl Cup in Padang Padang. See you out there!

Beautiful lined-up surf this morning at Bali’s premier surf destination! The swell has continued to taper off in size, with wave heights dropping to head-high on the largest of sets, with many shoulder-high sets in between. At first light, the wind was dead calm, the water was sheet glass, and the surf was coming through in clean lines. Our intermediate surfers revelled in the opportunity to surf Uluwatu on a small day in such beautiful conditions. The Tradewind did begin to kick in at around 7:00 am after our surfers had many waves.

Uluwatu is known for powerful barreling surf for advanced surfers only, but it is actually a great location for intermediate surf lessons on between-swell days. The location is exceptionally beautiful, set beneath the towering cliffs.

Our intermediate surfers had a fun morning surfing Balangan after leaving camp before dawn. The surf had dropped in size considerably since yesterday, with shoulder-high sets coming through the reef. The lineup was beautifully calm as the sun rose, however, the Tradewind wind picked up mid-session. The Tradewind blows offshore at Balangan, but its presence means surfers must paddle hard to get into waves. The tide was perfect this morning for the lines to run quickly along the reef in that tapered shape that Balangan is known for.

The surfers worked on building and maintaining speed down the line, which is done through a flowing body movement and correct weight distribution.

Fun waves at Dreamland this morning! The surfers paddled out into what appeared to be small conditions; however, once the tide turned, head-high sets appeared with a few larger set waves coming in. The wind was not as strong as yesterday, but it was blowing steady offshore at first light. The 7:00 am low tide dropped to .2 meters this morning, which is a great tide for Dreamland. Our advanced group enjoyed the long lefts and the slower rights, and welcomed the drop in wave heights. The surfers worked on staying in the power source of the wave, which allows you to execute manoeuvres with more speed.

The swell will continue to drop through Monday before a new swell will begin to fill in on Tuesday and Wednesday. See you out there!

Pumping surf this morning as the new swell began to arrive earlier than expected. Some big sets were breaking at Uluwatu, while impossibles was pushing double-overhead high. With a .3 meter low tide and a pumping swell at first light, our surfers choose to paddle out to the A-frame peak at Dreamland. The set waves were pushing double-overhead with a light offshore breeze and smooth conditions. The A-frame was producing beautiful, smooth rights with faster lefts.

Dreamland is a great wave to increase your level of comfort when the swell picks up. The take-offs are easy, and you are rewarded with long rides. Additionally, if you are not near the impact zone at the peak, the waves break softer in deeper water, which reduces the consequences of getting caught inside.