Surfing as Skill

We don’t just entertain — We teach real surfing

Surfing is one of the most difficult sports in the world

01

Changing Environment

Surfing happens in the ocean — a powerful, unpredictable, and constantly moving force. No two waves are ever the same, so surfers must adapt in real time to conditions that can change by the minute: tides, swell size, wind direction, and currents.

02

Physical Demand

Surfing requires a unique combination of strength, endurance, balance, and agility. Paddling out through breaking waves is exhausting. Catching waves requires explosive timing.

03

Mentally Tough

Surfing challenges not only your body, but your mindset. It teaches patience, resilience, and humility. You often wipe out more than you succeed.

04

Surf Etiquette

Once you’re skilled enough to catch waves consistently, you still need to navigate lineups filled with other surfers. Understanding priority rules, local etiquette, and respecting the lineup becomes essential.

05

Constant competition

Once you're good enough to catch waves, you're still competing for them. Surf spots get crowded, and surfing has a strict code of etiquette.

06

a Lifelong Process

The ocean is a teacher that always keeps you humble. Every location is different, and each session brings new lessons. That’s part of what makes surfing frustrating — and addictively rewarding.

ABOUT ME

My name is Nawir, and I’m proud to be recognized as one of the top surf instructors in Bali. I’ve been deeply passionate about surfing for over 18 years.

It all began when I was a young boy growing up on the west coast of Bali, in a quiet surfer’s paradise called Medewi. While fishing with my father, I would watch the older boys ride waves — and dream of one day doing the same.

One day, a friend gave me a surfboard, and together we caught our first waves. From that moment, I knew this was what I was meant to do.

As my skills grew, so did my desire to share this passion. Today, I train surfers of all levels, from complete beginners to advanced riders, using proven methods, personalized coaching, and in-depth ocean knowledge. I love to help students progress with confidence and surf at their best in Bali’s world-class waves.

BENEFITS

🏋️‍♂️ PHYSICAL

  • Full-Body Strength
    Surfing builds upper body power (from paddling), leg and glute strength (from riding and maneuvering the board), and serious core stability.
  • Cardiovascular Fitness
    Constant paddling and fighting waves improve aerobic and anaerobic endurance, boosting heart and lung health.
  • Flexibility and Joint Mobility
    Surfing requires fluid, full-range motion — especially through the shoulders, hips, and spine — helping keep your body agile and mobile.
  • Better Posture and Injury Resistance
    Stronger back, core, and stabilizer muscles help improve posture and reduce common injuries from sedentary life or one-sided sports.

🧠🧩 COGNITIVE

  • Enhanced Neural Pathways
    Surfing builds complex brain-body connections due to constant split-second adjustments, training the brain’s motor cortex and cerebellum.
  • Improved Reaction Time
    Reading and responding to fast-moving waves sharpens your reflexes and spatial awareness.
  • Neuroplasticity Boost
    Every wave is different, forcing your brain to adapt. This continual novelty promotes neuroplasticity — the brain’s ability to grow and rewire.
  • Vestibular System Development
    Balancing on water strengthens your inner ear and vestibular system, which improves motion control and body awareness.

💆‍♂️ MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL

  • Stress Reduction & Natural Highs
    Surfing releases endorphins, dopamine, and serotonin — mood-enhancing brain chemicals. It acts like a reset button for anxiety, stress, and mental fatigue.
  • Increased Confidence and Self-Efficacy
    Progressing in such a difficult sport boosts self-belief and resilience. You prove to yourself that you can overcome fear, frustration, and failure.
  • Stronger Emotional Regulation
    Surfing teaches patience, surrender, and emotional discipline. You learn to stay calm under pressure — and roll with life’s unpredictability like you roll with waves.
  • Connection With Nature
    Being in the ocean daily creates a deep bond with the natural world, grounding you and giving a sense of awe, humility, and perspective.

How My Surf Programs Work

You can start with a single session or book a diagnostic session, where we assess your current level, technique, and areas for improvement. If you want deeper insights, I also offer video analysis sessions using both land camera and drone footage — a powerful way to understand and improve your form from every angle.

YOU CAN CHOOSE TO :

1. Join a one-off session,

2. Commit to a custom training package,

3. Or dive into a fully intensive program — it’s all up to you.

Some students come to work on a specific skill like paddling, pop-up, timing, or positioning. Others start as complete beginners, and we build everything step by step.

Every program is tailor-made, defined after we understand your experience, surf goals, and how you learn best.

The ocean constantly changes — and so do your sessions. I adapt the coaching to the day’s conditions to make sure every wave teaches you something valuable.

Video coaching

Surf lesson video analysis
Get a better understanding by doing video coaching after your surf session and also you can keep all the footage.
  • Personalized Video Footage of your waves, shot from the beach
  • Detailed Technique Analysis: breakdown of your paddling, pop-up, stance, turns, and timing
  • What You Did Well and how to build on it
  • Corrections & Key Tips to improve faster
  • Customized Action Points for your next session
  • Progress Tracking if you book multiple lessons

For Whom

For total beginners who want to start safely

Batu Bolong Canggu surf lesson

For intermediate surfers stuck at the same level

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For those who want technique correction

What is included in every session

✅ Private surf instructor

✅ 1 to 1.5 hour sessions, including full equipment (timing adjusted to your energy and strength)

✅ Priority wave access – I make sure you catch every wave we aim for

✅ Over 15 years of surf coaching experience

✅ Real-time, detailed feedback on every ride

✅ High safety standards – we choose waves that match your level and abilities

✅ Fluent in English, with some understanding of German and Swiss German

✅ Experience with clients from over 30 countries

✅ ASI (Academy of Surfing Instructors) certified

FIRST WAVE

750
000
IDR 1X SURF SESSION
  • Starter Session

Surf Smart

1400
000
IDR 1X SURF SESSION
  • 1x Video Recording
  • 1x Video Coaching with detailed analysis of your ride
  • Personalized Theory
  • Improvement Plan

SURF MASTER

2900
000
IDR 3X SURF SESSION
  • 1x Video Recording
  • 1x Video Coaching with detailed analysis of your ride
  • Personalized Theory
  • Improvement Plan
  • Homework
  • Evaluation of Progress (Checklist)

I can as well design tailor-made program for you depending on your needs

Contact Me

What Our Clients Say

★★★★★ 5/5
"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, big 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. recommended 👍🏼"
Qistina Ariqa
★★★★★ 5/5
Nawir is an excellent surfing coach. I progress off of a 9’ soft top board to an 8’ hard board almost right away. He picked the perfect conditions and waves for my skill level. I took three lessons with him and will be taking more when I go back to Bali in a couple months. Highly recommended.
Dean Read
★★★★★ 5/5
I had such an amazing first time surfing in Bali! My teacher, Nawir, made me feel very comfortable and gave me a lot of confidence. He is very patient and always checked in to make sure I was doing alright throughout the lesson. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to try out surfing on their trip to Bali!
Wheaton Hardwick

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