Standing on a surfboard is harder than it looks. This 90-minute lesson in Canggu gives you real coaching time at Batu Bolong Beach, with small-group attention and all the key gear handled for you. You’re not just renting a board and hoping for the best; you’re learning a repeatable process in the lineup.

My favorite part is the teaching style—people consistently single out Edy’s patient, clear coaching (plus his humor) as the difference between stalling and actually making progress. One thing to consider: the booking is non-refundable and can’t be changed, so lock in your schedule before you pay.

Key Highlights You’ll Care About

• Batu Bolong Beach meeting point: you start and finish right at Pantai Batu Bolong, making the session easy to navigate.
• Edy-led instruction: praised for patience, clear breakdowns, and guiding first-timers into riding waves.
• Everything included for the water: board rental, comfortable lycra, small water bottle, and zinc sunscreen.
• Short, focused 1.5-hour format: designed for momentum—get coached, try waves, adjust, repeat.
• Small-group setup: more direct feedback than you’d get in a crowded class.
• Safety and care emphasized: instructors guide you through the water with attention and confidence-building support.

Batu Bolong Beach: The Start Line for Learning Fast

The lesson meets at Batu Bolong Beach (Pantai Batu Bolong) in Canggu. This is a practical choice for beginners because you start on land, get set up, then move into the water together with your coach. The listing may mention Seminyak, but the actual action begins in Canggu—so plan your ride to Batu Bolong.

What I like about this setup is how straightforward it is. You’re not doing a long scramble to find gear, chase your group, or wait around while others filter in. You show up, meet at the beach, and the session runs like a tight lesson rather than a half-day “surf experience.”

Also, the session ends back at the meeting point. That matters more than you think when you’re learning something new, because you don’t end up trying to figure out logistics mid-trip while your brain is already juggling balance and wave timing.

Your 90 Minutes: How the Lesson Turns Confusion Into Waves

This is a 1 hour 30 minutes surfing lesson, and that time gets used for real instruction—not just watching from shore. While the exact minute-by-minute flow isn’t listed, the structure is clear from what you’re told you’ll receive and what coaches are praised for: explanation first, then repeated tries with corrections.

Here’s the typical progression you can expect from this kind of lesson format:

• Surf explanation on arrival: you get a breakdown of what to do and what to avoid. This is where beginner stress drops because someone finally tells you what matters most.
• Gear check and get geared up: you’ll receive the surfboard rental and a lycra surf suit, plus water and sunscreen support.
• First attempts in the water: you try standing and timing your movement with guidance in the moment.
• Wave adjustment and faster turns: as you get more comfortable, coaching focuses on small fixes—paddle, takeoff timing, and turning.
• Back on land and wrap-up: you finish with the same group and return to Batu Bolong.

What makes this time window valuable is repetition. Surfing is physical, but it’s also mental. Coaches who are good at teaching in short bursts can help you correct errors early, instead of letting bad habits set in while you’re still figuring out the basics.

If you’re brand new, you’ll likely start with softer, confidence-building tries and then build toward riding more cleanly. People mention progress even from easier boards to harder ones, which tells me the lesson is geared toward actual skill growth during the session—not just first-wave survival.

What’s Included in the $34 Lesson (And Why It’s a Smart Value)

At $34 for about 90 minutes, the real value is that you don’t have to source the essentials. This lesson includes:

• Surfboard rental
• Lycra surf suit
• Small water bottle
• Zinc sunscreen
• Surf explanation (the coaching)

That “included” list is what turns a low price into something you should feel good about. Surf lessons can get expensive once you add board rentals, sunscreen, and the basic stuff you need to be comfortable. Here, the essentials are bundled.

The lycra matters because it’s meant to be comfortable and help with movement in the water. The zinc sunscreen is also a big deal in Bali sun—zinc is one of the safer choices for sensitive skin compared to many chemical sunscreens, and you’re not left scrambling to buy it at a convenience store on the way.

Water is small but important. Even in a short lesson, you’re paddling and concentrating. Having a bottle ready lowers the chance you’ll get dehydrated and lose focus halfway through.

Edy’s Teaching Style: Patience, Humor, and Real Feedback

The instructor name that comes up again and again is Edy (sometimes spelled Eddy/Eddie in the notes, but it’s the same person). What people praise most isn’t just that he’s friendly—it’s that he’s patient and good at making instructions click fast.

Across the feedback, you’ll see a pattern:

• Clear, encouraging guidance for first-timers
• Coaching that stays calm when you’re struggling
• Humor that keeps the mood light when waves refuse to cooperate
• Coaching that reads the conditions and helps with timing

That last part is huge. Surfing isn’t only about strength. It’s timing—when to paddle, when to stand, and how to catch the wave in a way that doesn’t dump you immediately. If a coach helps you “read the waves” and improves your timing, you’ll feel progress quickly. That’s exactly what multiple people connect to his instruction.

There’s also mention of him taking time and paying attention, including guidance that helped people stand on the board faster than they expected. And in one case, people say they moved from an easier setup to a harder board quickly because the lesson made the fundamentals solid.

If you care about value, this is where it shows. A cheap lesson with unclear coaching can be frustrating. A short lesson with coaching that actually helps you progress can feel like a bargain.

Safety and Water Confidence Without the Drama

Surf lessons should reduce risk and increase confidence. This one puts a strong emphasis on safety and caring instruction, and that shows in the way people describe the coaching: attentive, careful, and focused on you being guided through the water, not left to guess.

Here’s what that means for you in practice:

• You’ll get guidance so you’re not just paddling randomly.
• You’re more likely to understand what you’re doing before you do it again.
• You’re guided in the water, which helps reduce panic when your first attempt doesn’t work.

One of the most useful skills from a good lesson isn’t just standing. It’s learning how to move with the ocean—how to respond when the wave comes at you differently than you expected. That’s the part that keeps your next session better, too.

And since the lesson is offered as a private activity for your group, you’re less likely to feel rushed or drowned out by other students. You get time with the coach, which is a calmer way to learn something that can otherwise feel chaotic.

Timing Your Session: Opening Hours and Choosing the Right Time of Day

The activity runs Monday through Sunday, 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM. That wide window is useful if you’re juggling a Bali schedule and want to surf on the morning, after breakfast, or later in the day.

If you can choose, I’d base it on two practical things:

• When do you have the most energy to focus for 90 minutes?
• When does getting to Batu Bolong Beach fit smoothly with your day?

Early sessions can work well if you want your activity done before your afternoon plans turn into a tangle. Late sessions can work if you’re saving “active time” for when your body wakes up from travel fatigue. Either way, you’ll want to arrive early enough to get settled without rushing.

Also, you’re told confirmation is received at booking time. So treat your booking like a plan, not a vague suggestion—show up when they expect you.

Getting There: Canggu Beach Access and Simple Arrival Tips

The meeting point is clearly listed at Batu Bolong Beach. The activity also notes it’s near public transportation, which is handy if you’re not driving. Canggu can be a bit spread out, so having a fixed start point keeps things simpler.

A few practical arrival tips:

• Wear swimwear under your clothes so you can get changed quickly.
• Bring a dry bag or something to keep your things protected after the session.
• If you’re sunscreen picky, remember the lesson already includes zinc sunscreen, but you might still want to use what you trust on your own skin.

Since this is a private group activity, you’ll want everyone in your group to show up close to the meeting time so the lesson doesn’t start with gaps. Surf timing is easier when the group is ready and the coach isn’t scrambling.

Value Check: Is $34 Worth It in Bali?

At $34, this lesson is priced for real value, and the bundle helps explain why. You’re not paying extra for the board rental, you’re not paying extra for a basic surf suit, and you’re not left to handle hydration and sunscreen alone.

To judge value, I look at three things:

• Time: 90 minutes is long enough to matter, short enough to stay fun.
• Coaching: the standout here is how consistently Edy’s patience and clarity show up in the feedback.
• Inclusions: board, lycra, water, and zinc sunscreen are included.

Another value marker is the rating and approval score: it’s rated 5 with 25 reviews, with 100% recommendation. That doesn’t mean every session will feel perfect, but it does suggest the experience is reliably good—especially for learning.

If you’re trying surfing for the first time, spending a little extra for a lesson where the coach changes your outcomes matters more than the board rental savings. This one checks that box through the teaching style people describe.

Who Should Book This Surf Lesson?

This is a strong fit if:

• You’re a beginner and want an organized start with clear coaching.
• You want personal attention from instructors in a small-group setup.
• You’d rather avoid gear hassles because surfboard rental and lycra are provided.
• You want a calmer, guided experience, not a chaotic “figure it out” vibe.

It’s also listed as most travelers can participate, and service animals are allowed. If you’re traveling with a group and want privacy, it’s offered as a private activity where only your group participates.

If you’re an advanced surfer looking for a high-intensity training block, this might feel more like a lesson than a workout program. But if you want to learn fundamentals or get coaching corrections, it’s a great use of time.

Should You Book 2getherindo’s 90-Minute Lesson at Batu Bolong?

Book it if you want a practical, friendly way to start surfing with patient coaching from Edy and you like lessons that focus on progress you can feel during the session. The included gear and sun protection make it easy to say yes without extra shopping.

I’d hesitate only if your schedule is fragile. Because the experience is non-refundable and not changeable, you should be confident you can make it to Batu Bolong Beach for the exact time you choose.

If you’re visiting Bali and you want to spend one short morning (or afternoon) doing something active that teaches you real ocean basics, this is the kind of lesson that can turn into a repeat habit.

FAQ

Where is the surfing lesson meeting point?

The lesson meets at Batu Bolong Beach (Pantai Batu Bolong), Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong, Canggu, Bali. The activity ends back at the same meeting point.

How long is the surfing lesson?

The lesson runs for about 1 hour 30 minutes.

What’s included in the lesson price?

It includes surf explanation, surfboard rental, a lycra (surf suit), a small bottle of water, and zinc sunscreen.

Do I need to bring my own surfboard or suit?

No. Surfboard rental and the lycra surf suit are included.

Is sunscreen provided?

Yes. You’ll receive zinc sunscreen as part of the lesson.

Is this a private activity?

Yes. It’s listed as private, meaning only your group participates.

What are the opening hours?

Monday through Sunday, 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

How do I get my ticket?

You’ll receive a mobile ticket. Confirmation is received at the time of booking.

Is it near public transportation?

Yes, it’s listed as near public transportation.

Can I get a refund if plans change?

No. The experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes. Service animals are allowed.