Phuket Surf School
Learn to Surf at Bang Tao Beach with Experienced Local Instructors
2 hour beginner lessons • Small groups • All equipment included
We’ve been teaching people to surf in Phuket since 2002. If it’s your first time, you’re in the right place — we keep lessons safe, simple, and fun, with experienced instructors in the water with you the whole time.
Most of our lessons run at Bang Tao Beach, one of the best places in Phuket to learn, with small waves, easy water, and plenty of room to get comfortable on the board.
Certified surf instruction you can trust.
Surf Lessons for All Levels
Choose the lesson that suits you — whether it’s your first time or you want more one-on-one coaching.
What Our Students Are Saying
Real feedback from people who have learned to surf with us in Phuket.
Fantastic Surf Lessons!
I just wanted to say thank you for the fantastic surf lessons you gave me at Bang Tao Beach. I really enjoyed it! Attached you will find some pictures. Take care! Best regards,
Very Kind and Patient!
Had a great lesson today with a lot of fun � The teachers are very kind and patient! Would definitely recommend �
Awesome Lessons!
Thank you for two awesome lessons! ?
Best Surf Instructor!!!
He showed an amazing ability to connect with young people.
He was relaxed and easy going, and….. amazingly, he had both kids standing on the birds on their first wave!!!
I would recommend Rick anytime!!
Next time we are back in Phuket, my daughter will be back looking to get Rick to take her out surfing for sure!!
Can’t thank you enough!!
Super beginner surf lessons and professional instructors
Had the best experience learning to surf with saltwater dreaming. The conditions are perfect for beginners located on bang thao beach. We quickly learn how to stand on the board, making the learning fun and at the same time progressing through the lessons. So thanks to Saltwater Dreaming for making our vacation fun and memorable.
Great Experience!
They left us wanting for several more lessons with them–we just ran out of time unfortunately!
Considering lessons?
Do it with this local shop!
They are very kind, knowledgeable, and have great equipment for you to use.
Thank you again for a great 2 day experience!
Amazing Surf Experience!
We had a super fantastic time and amazing surfing experience with Rick and his crews. The lessons were just amazing with both theory and in-action!! Definitely go back again!!!
Amazing surf lessons
Really good surf lessons given by Rick who is great at explaining everything and very patient and willing to help throughout the lessons! Went with friends and was great fun!! Highly recommend for beginners and for those who have had previous lessons. Thank you for a great 5 days 🙂
Wanna Go Surfing Again
Now I´m back to Norway (actually almost a month :P). I wanna go surfing again in Phuket when I go to Thailand next time ?
Loved it! Great lessons, wonderful instructor & team!
We just got back from 2-day beginner sessions and we loved it! Rick (head instructor) and his team was just amazing. They were very good and certainly know what they are talking about! They patiently taught us and helped us (so much) throughout the sessions. We will definitely go back soon!
Just Loved It!
We just took 2-day beginner classes and we just loved it! Rick (head instructor) taught us a lot and we got to practice a lot during our sessions. Everybody was so friendly and helpful. We plan to take more classes in the near future. Surely recommend it to everybody, especially beginners like us!
Easily the Most Fun I’ve Had at the Beach… Ever!
The coaching here goes far beyond the technical aspects of surfing and gets really deep into respecting the ocean and embracing the sport.
Fantastic introduction to surfing, I’m hooked… I’ll be returning shortly to pick up a board of my own!
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Definitely Recommend It!
Great experience learning surf from scratch, thanks to the good advices from the instructor (Rick) and his team. I definitely recommend it. Wide choice of surfing equipment, accessories and clothing available at the surfshop.
Experience That Will Stay With Me Forever!
Some experiences are forgotten, some are remembered, and others become a part of us. Thanks again for a great lesson and an experience that will stay with me forever. Time to hit the waves in Okinawa! Cheers,
Fantastic! Great teacher
He is a very professional surf coach who starts off by teaching the basics to give you an understanding of the waves, water and surf before getting into the water.
He was always patient and from the first day I could stand up and ride a wave
Now I go back for a session and still he can really help me each time
Highly recommended!
More About Our Surf School
Instructors
Our instructors are experienced, certified, and in the water with you the whole time. We focus on building your confidence step by step, keeping it fun while you learn the right technique from the start.
Equipment
We use soft-top beginner boards that are stable, safe, and easy to paddle. You’ll catch more waves and progress faster with the right equipment from day one.
We ride boards from SWD and TORQ.
Safety
Safety is a big part of what we do. We’ll show you how to read the ocean, stay in control, and build confidence in the water.
Your instructor stays close by at all times, guiding you through each step.
Location
Most lessons run at Bang Tao Beach — one of the best spots in Phuket for beginners.
Small, gentle waves and waist-deep water make it the perfect place to learn, away from the crowds.
Flexible Learn to Surf Courses to Suit Everyone
- 1 day beginner course – Learn the basics and get your first waves
- 2 day course – Build confidence and improve your technique
- 3 day course – Start linking skills together
- 4 day course – Catch more waves on your own
- 5 day course – Feel comfortable surfing independently
See our most popular 5 day surfing course in detail
Note: Surf season in Phuket runs from May to October. Outside of this period, the ocean is usually flat.
We also run kids lessons and private group sessions during the season. Get in touch to find out what’s running during your visit.
We also offer large group lessons for schools and corporate groups. Contact us to get more information and pricing.
