Meet Jiwa team

Our team is made up of six friendly local surfers, with over 30 years of combined experience as a surf coaches here in Bali. Our main goal is to deliver a lesson like no other, using unique coaching techniques and a vast knowledge of the ocean to ensure that you have the best time ever!

Our story & values

When you are perfectly into that wonderful watery pocket there is a certain sound that is unmistakable. It’s a sound that once you have heard it you wanna hear it again and again. Like the angels singing. Combined with the feeling of the cover up it is more or less the ultimate surfing experience.

When you are perfectly into that wonderful watery pocket there is a certain sound that is unmistakable. It’s a sound that once you have heard it you wanna hear it again and again. Like the angels singing. Combined with the feeling of the cover up it is more or less the ultimate surfing experience.

When you are perfectly into that wonderful watery pocket there is a certain sound that is unmistakable. It’s a sound that once you have heard it you wanna hear it again and again. Like the angels singing. Combined with the feeling of the cover up it is more or less the ultimate surfing experience.

When you are perfectly into that wonderful watery pocket there is a certain sound that is unmistakable. It’s a sound that once you have heard it you wanna hear it again and again. Like the angels singing. Combined with the feeling of the cover up it is more or less the ultimate surfing experience.

location & services

Surf coaching in Bali

Based in Uluwatu, a village on the south-western tip of the Bukit Peninsula of Bali, we are here to help you: understand the ocean, mentally overcome your personal challenges and progress your surfing ability.

  • Surf trips
    Join us in a surf trip
    Discover amazing surf spots, catch unforgettable waves, and relax as we handle everything from transport to daily surf fitness & yoga.
  • Surf sessions
    Join us in Uluwatu
    The ocean is always changing, surfing is one of the most challenging sports out there. With our help you will learn to understand the waves, be confident in your position, your take off and turns.
testimonials
  • Rallou
    12/12/2023 | google review

    I had an amazing experience with Jiwa surf. Their communication is very professional and they inform me in advance about the plan for the surf session the day that I booked the lesson for. In the water I felt very safe with the team and they always explain the spot before we paddle out. I love that Andre knew exactly what I needed, helped me build my confidence and go for bigger waves. I got feedback after each wave and with the video analysis, we were able to see the mistakes and what to improve for the next time. I m grateful for their guidance and I look forward to more coaching with them in the new year. Makasi banyak!!

  • Marina
    10/23/2022 | tripadvisor

    Took the opportunity to surf with Jiwa in August and later again in October. Had lovely sessions with them and made steady progress thanks to their coaching both in technique, and also in psychology — giving me the confidence I truly lacked to position myself better on bigger, faster waves. So glad I didn’t take too long to find this bunch of soul coaches, and would highly recommend Jiwa surf to anyone who is looking to take your surf game to a new level. Never a dull session!

  • Shane
    06/18/2022 | tripadvisor

    It’s an amazing surf experience at Jiwa Surf with coach Monot and his brilliant skilful team. I was taken to a variety of surf locations which were selected meet my development needs and surf level. I loved the coaching both in the water and then on land with the video coaching sessions. The whole journey fast tracked my learning, exceeded my goals and of course have lots of happiness in the waves. It’s a 100% recommendation from me - the experience and attention to details will accelerate your surfing!

  • Sam
    09/09/2022 | tripadvisor

    Jiwa Surf is the best on the Island. Jiwa surf is for intermediate surfers looking to learn new spots and improve their stance, turns and overall wave IQ. I did Jiwa surf 3 times while I was in Bali and it was an incredible experience! All the coaches are so friendly and void of ego. They chose the best time and place to surf each day and I got incredible videos out of each session. Afterward they individually broke down what I could be working on in each wave. When I focused on these tactics, I immediately felt vast improvements in my surfing. Jiwa surfing is the best and I look forward to using them next time I am in Bali.

  • Ferdie
    08/08/2021 | google review

    I've had a great experience with Monot and his team at Jiwa surf. Probably one of the best surf coach in Bali and they really make sure your surfing progression of their student is improving. Monot is also very hands on and detail oriented as he sees what students do in the line up and oftentimes gives you advice on the spot on what to do.Their surf video analysis has such a great reputation in the Bukit area and have helped my surfing skills improved especially on my back side so I'm really happy with that. Aiming to get into that elusive barrel one of these day.😁

  • Sophie
    04/18/2021 | google review

    Jiwa's surf lessons are definitely the best in Bali! I have improved so much. Monot and his instructors go above and beyond to help you improve your surf! They know exactly where to take you for your level, and give a very descriptive video analysis after every lesson. I would highly recommend Jiwa Surf for surf lessons in Bali!

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