Uluwatu, Bali

Catch the wave.
Find your flow.

Personalized surf lessons in the heart of Uluwatu, guided by a local instructor. Fun, safe, and tuned to the day's best conditions for your level.

Levels
Beginner → Advanced
Where
Uluwatu, Bali
Style
Fun · Safe · Local
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Toba, surf instructor in Uluwatu, Bali
About Tobali · My Story

I'm Toba, welcome to my school.

"For me, surfing is about being present, building confidence, and connecting more deeply with the ocean and yourself."

Tobali Surf is a small, local surf school in Uluwatu. I offer personalized lessons in a safe, supportive, and fun environment, for beginners building their first wave, intermediates finding flow, or advanced surfers refining performance.

I bring a calm, focused, and positive energy to every session, teaching with patience and a focus on safety. With strong local knowledge, I choose the best spot each day based on your level and the conditions, so you can feel comfortable, progress naturally, and build a real connection with the ocean.

Whether you've never touched a board or you're already chasing your next manoeuvre, I'll meet you where you are and help you build from there.

Book a lesson with me
3 Levels taught
1:1 Personal coaching
365 Days of local knowledge
Surf Levels

Lessons for every stage of your journey.

From your very first paddle out to refining advanced manoeuvres, every lesson is designed around your level and the conditions of the day.

Level 01

Beginner

Perfect for first-time surfers or those building confidence.

  • Ocean safety & surf etiquette
  • Paddling and board positioning
  • Pop-up technique
  • Riding white water
  • Turtle roll
Your goal Stand up and ride your first waves with confidence, then join the lineup.
Level 02

Intermediate

For surfers who can already stand up and want to improve.

  • Catching green waves
  • Positioning & timing
  • Turning left & right
  • Efficient paddling
  • Duck dive (board permitting)
Your goal Surf green waves consistently, gain flow, control, and become an independent surfer.
Level 03

Advanced

For experienced surfers ready to refine performance.

  • Wave selection & positioning
  • Speed generation & power turns
  • Cutbacks, snaps, top turns
  • Bigger or trickier conditions
  • Equipment guidance
Your goal Surf with confidence, style, and control across a variety of conditions.
Where we surf

The Uluwatu surf area.

Our surf school is based in Uluwatu, but without a fixed location. That means we can take you to the best spots around the area, Uluwatu, Dreamland, Balangan, or even Nusa Dua, depending on your skills, the weather, and the swell of the day.

  1. 01

    Uluwatu

    Our home break. Iconic left-hander. Best for intermediate and advanced surfers on the right day.

  2. 02

    Dreamland

    Powerful beach break with multiple peaks. Fun for intermediates and confident beginners.

  3. 03

    Balangan

    Long left-hander over reef. Works well on smaller days for progressing surfers.

  4. 04

    Nusa Dua

    Sheltered, gentler waves. Perfect for first-timers, kids, and easy days.

Testimonials

People who caught their first wave with Toba.

Kilian and Toba on the beach after a surf session in Uluwatu
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I took about ten lessons with Toba and progressed so much. He's patient, joyful, kind, and always gives great advice. Such a great memory. I really hope to surf with you again, Toba!

KW
Kilian W.
Advanced · 10+ lessons
Storm surfing with Toba in Bali
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I had an incredible surfing experience with Toba in Bali. The lessons were tailored to my skill level, and he was not only knowledgeable but super encouraging. The waves and beautiful scenery made it unforgettable.

SB
Storm B.
Intermediate · 1 week
Tracey learning to surf with Toba in Bali
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Bali was a great place to learn to surf. The warm water, gentle waves, and Toba made everything feel welcoming. I went from barely standing on a board to catching small waves by the end of the week.

TS
Tracey S.
Beginner · 1 week
Toba teaching the pop-up technique on the beach
"

I arrived in Bali wanting to step up from white water to proper green waves, and Toba got me there. He reads the conditions like a book, picked the right spot for my level each day, and never pushed me past what I was ready for. Came home riding cleaner lines and feeling far more confident in the lineup.

LM
Léa M.
Intermediate · 1 week
Toba on the beach with a young surf student
"

Our 5-year-old came back from every session grinning and exhausted in the best way. Toba has a real gift with kids, patient and playful, and made him feel completely safe in the water. He's already asking when we're going back.

B
The Bauer family
With Leo (5) · first lessons
Surf lesson with Toba
"

Came to Uluwatu wanting lineup access and real technique feedback, not pop-up drills. Toba delivered both, sharp eye for conditions, deep local knowledge, and notes that actually moved the needle. Walked away with cleaner turns and three new favourite waves.

SR
Sofia R.
Intermediate · local guiding
Pricing

Pick the format that fits.

All prices in Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). Equipment included. Pack discounts apply when you book multiple sessions.

Private

1 instructor · 1 guest

Full attention, fastest progress.

  • Single lesson 650k
  • 3-lesson pack 600k /lesson
Semi-private

1 instructor · 2 guests

Share the session with a friend or partner.

  • Single lesson 550k /person
  • 3-lesson pack 500k /person/lesson
Group

1 instructor · 3 guests

For small crews, families, friends.

  • Single lesson 400k /person
  • 3-lesson pack 350k /person/lesson

Equipment included. 650k IDR ≈ €37 / $40 USD (approx.).

How it works

Simple, flexible, tuned to the ocean.

Step 01

Get in touch

Send a WhatsApp or fill in the contact form. Tell me your level, dates, and what you want to get out of your time in Bali.

Step 02

Pick the day

We choose the time and spot together, based on the swell, the tide, your level, and your schedule. No rigid timetables.

Step 03

Catch waves

Boards, rashguards, and local know-how included. You just show up, paddle out, and start progressing.

Contact

Let's get you in the water.

WhatsApp is the fastest way to reach me. Tell me your level, your dates, and we'll find the right session.

Message me on WhatsApp +62 812-1565-2056

Usually replies within a few hours, swell permitting.
Based in Uluwatu, Bali.