We don’t just entertain — we teach real surfing
We don’t believe in simply pushing people into waves. Real progress in surfing comes from understanding — timing, body position, wave choice, and how your movements affect the board. Each session is calm, personal, and adapted to your level, so learning feels structured rather than rushed. The focus is on building solid foundations, confidence, and awareness, allowing you to progress naturally and rely less on luck as your surfing develops.
Complete beginners who want to learn in a safe, structured way
Beginners who already stand up but feel stuck and inconsistent
Intermediate surfers who want better wave reading, timing, and technique
People who prefer calm, focused coaching over rushed sessions
Anyone who values real learning and long-term progress
Private surf coaching focused on technique, safety, and real progression — in Canggu & Medewi.
I work personally with beginners and intermediate surfers who want to understand surfing properly, not just stand up once. Each session is adapted to your level, pace, and energy, with clear guidance in the water and calm, structured feedback throughout the session.
✔ Private-focused coaching (1-on-1 or very small groups)
✔ Real-time feedback on timing, paddling, take-off, and positioning
✔ Calm, structured sessions adapted to your pace and energy
✔ Strong focus on safety, wave choice, and progression
Experience & Credentials:
Founder of Bali Surf Instructor (teaching since 2014)
16+ years of surf coaching experience
ASI Certified Surf Instructor
Coaching international clients from 40+ countries
Good level of English and conversational Swiss German
This coaching is intentionally limited in availability to keep every session personal and focused.
For beginners and intermediate surfers who want structured guidance, calm progression, and strong safety awareness.
A supportive private session for first-time surfers and beginners who want a safe, friendly introduction to surfing.
Not sure which option is best for your level? Message us and we’ll recommend the right coach for your dates.
Choose the coaching level that best supports your learning and progression.
EXCELLENT Based on 133 reviews Posted on Ross InmanVerified Awesome experience with the best instructor! Just had the best time learning with Nawri! The lessons were super high quality, and I was riding waves almost immediately. Nawri is such a great coach - patient, encouraging, and really good at building things up step by step at your own pace. It made the whole experience fun, relaxed, and confidence-boosting. Can’t wait to come back and learn more. Highly, highly recommend!Posted on Mark BVerified Navigating the chaos calmly and professionally If you are scrolling through all the reviews looking for a surf teacher that’s speak impeccable english, who will level up your surfing and help you navigate the local breaks you found him! He knows everybody in the water and will guide you through the chaos calmly and professionally. I can’t wait to get back out on my own and put into practice all the things I learnt! Thanks Nawir!Posted on StarJunkieVerified Best Beach Side Surf Coach Nawir is a very good instructor. I’ve had a lot of bad luck with surf instructors as they usually don’t listen to my specific requests and just take me out to the line up. Nawir is the opposite. He listened intently and put me on the perfect board and the right waves even if I have to wait a day or two for the right conditions. I really appreciated his commitment to my learning and progressing.Posted on ubaldo31Verified On top I recommend 👍. Nawir is a very good teacher listening and full of good advice. The waves are great. I made good progress and surfed the longest waves I had ever surfed 😁Posted on Qistina AriqaVerified Surfing Lessons with Nawir i just completed 5 days of surfing lessons with nawir, and it was such a great learning experience. he was an amazing instructor who guided me through everything — from the basics to handling both small waves and strong currents. there was a moment i ended up swimming more than surfing and almost drowned 🤣 but all good! the first day was the toughest, but i improved with each session and ended the week feeling proud and confident on the board.Posted on Fiona LVerified Unforgettable family surfing experience for all ages! Our family had an amazing experience learning to surf with Nawir’s surf school ! It was the first time surfing for both of my daughters (ages 6 and 11) and for me. My husband had more advanced lessons. We each had a private instructor. I’ve always feared the open sea, so I was nervous, but Yudi (Nawir’s colleague) was incredibly patient and made me feel safe and comfortable. My girls had so much fun learning the basics too and their instructors made it fun and safe for them. We’ve all found a new sense of confidence and joy in surfing. Whether you're a total beginner like us or more advanced, Nawir’s surf school and his incredible instructors have the skills and patience to guide you. We can’t wait to get back on the waves!Posted on lcc98Verified Excellent for first-timers! My instructor, Nawir, was absolutely fantastic in my one-to-one lesson as a complete beginner. In one lesson he managed to help me get over my fear and stand up on the board! He was patient, incredibly supportive and made me laugh throughout. Excellent customer service, and overall brilliant experience. Wish I could have stayed longer for more lessons!Posted on ViktoriaVerified Best surf school in Canggu and best surf school in Medewi Enjoying surfing was my biggest surprise of 2024. I came to Bali 2 times before and I was always terrified to even try one lesson. I thought this was too extreme and I would end up getting injured. But one day I decided that I cannot live in Batu Bolong and not experience it at least once. So I found Nawir on google, he had the best reviews, so I chose him. And it was a great decision, because surprise-surprise, I ended up addicted to surfing. After one lesson with Nawir, I had 25 more with him 🙂 Nawir was professional and chill at the same time. I felt completely safe every time we surfed. I caught many waves already during my first lesson (which I really did not expect)From being able to barely stand up on a 9.5 soft top, I went to a 7-foot board. From being exhausted after 30 minutes in the water, to not wanting to get out of the ocean after 2 hours. Nawir always stayed calm and patient, and he is very fun as a person as well. There was lots of laughter, in between waves and during them too 😉 I am lucky that I ended up with him as my first surf instructor, because now I love being in the ocean and can’t wait to be back on the board. Nawir really puts safety first, and it doesn’t take anything away from the fun. He as well taught me how to be safe in the water by myself. And he really knows where the best spots are, somehow even when there was a huge human traffic around, he managed to find a place with less people. I felt like he knew some secret. I learned to paddle, pop up, turn left and right, navigate between people and many other things. Nawir explained a lot of things about the waves, tides, the ocean, etc. I had tons of insights about my functioning in life when I saw how I was reacting to the waves. Surfing had a direct effect on my daily life: I became calmer, more down-to-earth, more relaxed. It even made me a better driver, as I learned to respond quickly to external conditions without panicking. Nawir made dealing with danger effortless and playful. He has great intuitive understanding of your character and adjusts the experience to it. During the first lesson he said something that I always remembered: “I don’t teach people surfing, I teach them patience”. At first it seemed strange to me, because I thought that extreme sport doesn’t imply much patience. But then I saw how one of the most interesting things in surf is that you have to manage opposite states at the same time: extreme tension and relaxation, you have to paddle strongly and then once you pop up, you have to proceed in a very flexible way, to “be one with the wave”. This is what happens in many life processes and if you cannot relax at the right moment, you will “fall”. Nawir combines these qualities in his teaching: it is challenging yet light. During my stay Nawir took me on a surf trip to Medewi, which is a little surf paradise. The waves there are really long and there are much less people than in Canggu. It is very peaceful and authentic, just you and the ocean. If you have time, I recommend to spend a few days there. So, surfing with Nawir was literally a life changing experience. If you have any doubts, to try it or not, don’t, just try it and you won’t regret it! He is the best instructor you can find.Posted on Tom KVerified Made our trip! The team were incredibly attentive. As a complete beginner, one of us needed a lot of support and they were absolutely fantastic. I wasn’t expecting to enjoy it as much what we did. This was mainly due to the incredible team. Thank you again, you made our trip! Gemma & Tom - UKPosted on Olivia PVerified Great surf school Had a really great experience with this surf school. Both Yudi and Nawir were great, i felt like I learnt so much from them and improved within a few days. I had 2 lessons first and then came back for another 3 days as it was so good with them. Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for a surf school in Canggu - will be back hopefully!
Also consistently rated 5★ on Google.
Yes. This coaching is designed to support complete beginners in a calm, safe, and structured way.
You don’t need any prior surfing experience. Each session focuses on understanding the basics properly – safety, positioning, timing, and confidence – at a pace that feels comfortable, not rushed.
This coaching is also ideal if you already stand up but feel inconsistent or unsure in the water.
We focus on wave reading, positioning, timing, and technique – helping you understand why things work, not just repeating attempts.
Unlike typical beach lessons that focus on pushing you into waves, our sessions are private and technique-focused.
You receive clear in-water guidance, calm feedback, and structured progression – so learning feels intentional rather than random.
Yes. All sessions are private – either one-on-one or very small groups – depending on your preference and level.
This allows the coach to adapt the session fully to you, rather than following a fixed routine.
A standard session lasts around 1-1,5 hours, including briefing, time in the water, and feedback.
The exact structure may vary slightly depending on conditions and your energy level.
Safety is a core part of our coaching approach.
Sessions are planned based on your level, ocean conditions, and crowd awareness, with a strong emphasis on positioning, wave choice, and control.
Yes. Many guests choose to train over multiple sessions to support steady progression during their stay.
If you’re interested in several sessions, we’ll help recommend a structure that fits your level, schedule, and goals.
Simply message us on WhatsApp to discuss what works best for you.
If you’re unsure which coaching option is best, just message us.
Based on your experience, goals, and availability, we’ll recommend whether training with the Master Coach or one of our Senior or Standard Coaches is the best fit.
You can book directly by messaging us on WhatsApp or Telegram.
We’ll confirm availability, recommend the right coaching option, and help you schedule your session.
If you’re unsure where you fit, feel free to message us and we’ll guide you honestly.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or already surfing but feeling stuck,
we’ll help you choose the right coach and session structure for your goals.
Private coaching • Personal guidance • Limited availability
Understand your surfing more deeply through personalized video feedback — and keep your full session footage to review anytime.
Investment: IDR 500.000 per sesssion
What’s included:
Personalized beach-shot video footage of your waves
In-depth technique analysis (paddling, pop-up, stance, timing & turns)
Clear action points to focus on in your next session
This session is designed for surfers who want clarity, not just more waves.