INTERMEDIATE
Intermediates should have previous surf experience and feel comfortable paddling out and catching waves on their own at backline without assistance. If that sounds like you — and you’re keen to refine your technique in a focused, one-on-one setting — then this option is perfect.
Lessons are 1 hour long and are subject to weather conditions and tides on the day.
Browse our intermediate lesson options below for all the details. If you’re unsure which lesson is the right fit, send us a message — we’re always happy to help.
We’ll match you with a surfboard suited to your ability.
Beginners: soft, safe, stable boards that make it easier to balance, paddle and stand.
Intermediates: fibreglass boards available on request — or feel free to bring your own.
Wetsuits & rash vests
Everything you need for comfort and protection in the water.
Sunscreen
We’ve got you covered (literally).
Experienced & friendly surf instructors
Qualified coaches dedicated to keeping you safe and helping you progress.
Surf safety briefing
Your lesson starts with a quick 10-minute briefing covering ocean safety, board basics and pop-up technique before heading into the water.
Swimwear
Towel
Water
We run an industry-leading ratio of 1 instructor to a maximum of 4 surfers.
All instructors are local surfers and trained watermen with deep knowledge of the area. Lessons are conducted in safe, waist-deep water with broken waves — perfect for learning and progressing unless you’re further along and ready to head out the back, in which case your instructor will guide you accordingly.
GROUP LESSONS
Group surf lessons with Ballito Surf School are a great way to experience surfing one of our world-famous breaks in a 2+ people group setting. Our instructors are highly trained, friendly, and on a mission to ensure you have the best possible time in the water. We run a low ratio of instructors to surfers at 1:4 to ensure you receive plenty of attention and individual feedback.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private surf lessons with Ballito Surf School are perfect for anyone ages 6yrs and above wanting one-on-one attention or to advance at a faster pace. You will be surfing in no time at all during this focused session, with your own surf instructor tailoring the lesson to your specific needs so you can get the most out of your time.
Don’t take our word for it
“There are few times in our city lives that we get to experience something as awesome as this. These guys are friendly and helpful, and I highly recommend them. My son was in his element in the water, having doubts about whether he would enjoy it or not. He definitely did! The guys took extra care to ensure he could thoroughly enjoy it!.”
- Dani
“Fantastic. The guys at Ballito Surf School really enjoy introducing kids to surfing. My 9-year-old son loved it. After 5 minutes of coaching on the beach, he was into the waves with coach Liam. Great experience. Ridiculously good value for money.”
- Daniel Bodewig
“The best place to learn how to surf. I was on holiday from Joburg, never surfed before and they had me up and standing within two lessons. The surf instructors were really cool guys and were more than happy to help.”
- Finlay Jonah
“Had such a great time surfing with these guys on my holiday! Even caught my first real waves at the back. Highly recommended.”
- Megan Marr
“I cannot recommend Janek & his team enough. My son Hayden has had a few lessons with them now and he absolutely loves it and can’t get enough. We booked Hayden’s Birthday Party & every child and parent was blown away. Bring on the holidays for more surfing fun!”
- Samantha Colley