Surf Lessons in Barbados
Ready to ride your first wave or improve your skills in one of the world’s most beautiful surf destinations? Paddle Barbados offers fun, safe, and professional surf lessons in Barbados. Whether you’re a total beginner or just need a refresher, we’ve got the perfect waves, expert instructors, and everything you need to get started.
Beach & Water Lesson – Beginner Surf Experience
Our most popular surf lesson for beginners.
This 2-hour session starts with a beach lesson followed by personalized, in-water instruction. You’ll spend 90 minutes in the ocean with one of our experienced surf coaches guiding you every step of the way. With a 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio, you’ll get the individual attention you need to build confidence and catch real waves.
- Price: $75 USD per person
- Duration: 2 hours (15 min beach + 1.5 hours in water)
- Booking: Advance booking required (minimum 2 people)
- Transportation: Available upon request (additional fee)
- Locations: Freights Bay, Pebbles Beach, Surfers Point, Drill Hall

Beach Lesson – Intro to Surfing
Perfect for first-timers who want to try surfing on their own.
In this 15-minute beach session, we’ll teach you essential surfing safety and basic technique, including how to paddle, pop up, and position yourself on the board. We provide soft-top surfboards and gear that prioritizes your safety and comfort.
- Price: $20 USD / 2 hours
- Booking: No reservation required — just show up and surf. Call to check if there are waves, or look at the Pebbles Webcam
- Location: Paddle Barbados, Pebbles Beach