Surfing as Skill

We don’t just entertain — We teach real surfing

Surfing is one of the most difficult sports in the world

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Nawir — Master Coach & Founder

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.

What defines my coaching

✔ 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.

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.

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

🏄‍♂️ Why Our Lessons Are Worth More

Many surf schools in Bali focus on pushing you into waves so you can stand up, smile for a photo, and say you’ve surfed. It’s fun – but it’s not really learning to surf.

We do things differently.

At BSI, every session is about understanding your movement, technique, and timing – not just getting pushed. We teach you how to paddle efficiently, when to pop up, and why your body position matters on every wave.

During each ride, your instructor gives real-time feedback and explains what to adjust – so you improve wave after wave. That’s why our students progress faster, build confidence, and actually can surf independently sooner.

If you just want a quick push and a photo, there are cheaper options everywhere. But if you want to truly learn to surf – to feel control, read waves, and keep progressing – you’ll feel the difference from your first lesson with us.

What Our Guests Say 🏄‍♂️

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   Compass26257139911 
 August 16, 2026
 
 
 Verified  Our first surf experience I booked a private lesson for my 7-year-old daughter with Nawir, while my husband had a lesson with Evan. They both had nothing but rave reviews for their instructors! The service was truly top-notch. The instructors thought of every little detail, from providing special sunblock to protect against the sun, to surf tops and shoes. Everything was well taken care of. Most importantly, my daughter felt completely safe and thoroughly enjoyed her lesson. Two thumbs up for being so thoughtful, encouraging, and genuinely passionate about what they do. It made the whole experience enjoyable and stress-free for us as parents too. We’ll definitely be coming back to them the next time we want to surf!
  
 
 
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   Paradise22751640210 
 August 13, 2026
 
 
 Verified  Great experience! We booked a 2:2 lesson. Right from the get go, the lesson was clearly structured and felt comprehensive. The guides were very supportive and motivating.
  
 
 
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   Johannes K 
 August 7, 2026
 
 
 Verified  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A fantastic surfing experience for the whole family! We had a great surfing lesson as a family of four! 🏄‍♂️🏄‍♀️ The surf instructors were super friendly, patient, and made sure everyone had a lot of fun. Great atmosphere, tons of fun, and we all managed to ride a few waves! 🤙 Definitely worth a visit. Highly recommended! 🌊☀️
  
 
 
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   Michelle Gregoire 
 July 25, 2026
 
 
 Verified  The only surf school to use! Our experience with Bali Surf Instructor school was truly something that me and my family will cherish forever. Nawir and all his staff felt like family after our week with them. We did the 5 lesson acceleration program, it was the best investment we ever made. The coaches were perfectly taylored to each family members skills and goals. Each session was more and more epic. We already miss the whole team and will be back very soon!! Thank you guys for making us feel like we have a second surf home ❤️
  
 
 
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   Spencer E 
 July 21, 2026
 
 
 Verified  For beginners, Nawir is a must! Nawir was incredible, worth every penny. I was a beginner and alone so pretty nervous and he just cultivated such a chill environment and was so easy to learn. Then in the water he was really supportive and gave great feedback. I would 100% recommend this to anyone thinking of trying surfing out.
  
 
 
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   Oliwer F 
 July 9, 2026
 
 
 Verified  Incredible surfing experience! If you want to get better at surfing, these are the guys to do it with! Surfed with them during our whole stay and got nothing but good tings to say. Great progress, always feelt safe and had alot of fun! 🙂 See you guys next time!
  
 
 
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   Jade S 
 May 13, 2026
 
 
 Verified  Best surfing experience Lory was a really great instructor, he taught me so much in the short time I had in Canggu. He gave me confidence in the waves and more knowledge on how to read waves. Definitely planning on coming back r o surf with him more - completely worth the money!
  
 
 
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   Alexey G 
 April 29, 2026
 
 
 Verified  A really great surf school which gives proper surf learning experience I had 3 lessons with Ivan as a complete beginner. He explained all the safety and surfing basics clearly, patiently answered my many questions and regularly checked that I understood everything and felt comfortable in the water, even in tougher waves. He also kept a relaxed, positive vibe throughout. The first lesson started a bit anxious but I felt much more confident by the end. The second lesson was the best - I managed to catch almost every wave I went for and even learned how to turn. The third lesson was early morning (6am): fewer people, great sunrise atmosphere. The waves were more challenging, but I still enjoyed it and caught a few. If you’re new, it helps to read a bit beforehand about pop-up timing, wave basics and safety. Early sessions can be especially rewarding, though conditions vary day to day. Overall, I’d recommend the school. Riding a wave is a unique feeling.
  
 
 
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   Keng-Loong G 
 April 19, 2026
 
 
 Verified  Surf dream come true! Learning to surf was on my bucket list for the longest time. Yudi, Nawir and the professional team at Bali Surf Instructor helped make it happen and I went from zero to being able to catch my own waves and even make some turns! The coaches were patient, lessons were structured and progressive targeting core elements each day. Video analysis helped spot improvements and ‘classroom’ training happens right out in the water while waiting for waves with your coach. Their local knowledge of surf conditions makes it possible for you to catch more waves to get as much practice as possible during each lesson. If you’re looking to get the best start for a highly challenging but exhilarating sport, look no further!
  
 
 
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   Alex M 
 April 16, 2026
 
 
 Verified  Best surf coaches, also amazing with kids I’m so happy I chose Nawir to surf with in Canggu this month — he’s a truly excellent coach. I had surfed a bit in the past but had lost my confidence, and he helped me feel capable and relaxed in the water again. He has a really calm, supportive way of teaching that made such a difference. I’ve had surf coaches in New Zealand, Hawaii, Costa Rica and Panama, and Nawir stands out above all of them in his attention to detail, professionalism, and overall skill as a teacher — while still keeping everything easygoing and enjoyable. What I really appreciated was his holistic approach. He could sense I was feeling a bit anxious and took the time to refresh the basics and go over ocean safety properly. So many instructors miss the importance of things like getting back out through the surf or what to do when a bigger set comes through — but Nawir and his team covered everything. This was especially important for me as my two children were also surfing with instructors on his team. They were wonderful — patient, attentive, and very safety-focused — and I felt completely comfortable knowing they were in such good hands. I feel like I learned more from him in two sessions than I have in weeks of lessons before. Thank you so much Nawir, for helping me rebuild my confidence and reconnect with the most important part of surfing — having fun and feeling good in the water. 🤍