Do I need any experience to take surf lessons?

No experience is needed. Our surf lessons are designed for beginners. Professional instructors will teach you the basics on the beach before getting in the water.

What equipment is provided?

All equipment is included: surfboard, wetsuit, and leash. You only need to bring a swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen.

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Surf Lessons in Negril

Negril, Jamaica

⏱ 90 minutes

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About this experience

Surf Lessons in Negril is a guided surfing programme on the seven-mile beach in Negril, Jamaica. Participants receive one-on-one or small-group instruction from local surfers on the island's gentle waves. The lessons focus on safety, paddle techniques, and standing up on the board for the first time.

What to expect

90-minute session includes a foam surfboard, leash, and rash guard.
Instruction covers ocean safety, wave reading, and pop-up technique on the sand before entering the water.
Participants practise in waist-deep water with a coach nearby for immediate feedback.
Suitable for beginners aged 8 and up who can swim 25 metres unaided.
Each session ends with a short free-surf period to apply the skills learned.