Created for families wanting to learn together, these private surf lessons combine personalised instruction with plenty of time in the water practising as a group. Suitable for both children and adults, the session focuses on building confidence in the waves while keeping the experience relaxed, supportive, and enjoyable for all ability levels.
Your family surf session begins near My Khe Beach, where the instructor welcomes the group, prepares the surf equipment, and helps everyone get ready for the lesson. Rash vests or wetsuits are provided depending on the conditions before heading down to the beach for a short warm-up and introduction to the basics of surfing.
The beach section covers the key foundations needed before entering the water, including how to carry the surfboard safely, position correctly on the board, paddle efficiently, and perform the pop-up technique used to stand while riding a wave. The instructor also explains important ocean safety information and demonstrates how to catch waves in beginner-friendly conditions suitable for families.
Once in the sea, the lesson focuses on helping each family member practise at their own pace with direct support from the instructor throughout. Beginners work on balance and confidence in smaller waves, while anyone with previous experience can improve their technique and timing further. The session finishes back at the beach with time to shower and change afterwards.
Taking place at My Khe Beach in Sơn Trà, these lessons are held along one of Da Nang’s most popular beaches for beginner surfing. The sandy shoreline and wide open space provide comfortable conditions for families learning together while staying close to shore.
The surrounding coastline offers a mix of sea views, cafés, restaurants, and quieter coastal scenery nearby around the Sơn Trà Peninsula. Families can easily continue enjoying the beach area after the lesson or explore more of Da Nang’s coastline afterwards.
No previous surfing experience is required for the lesson, making it suitable for complete beginners as well as families with some existing experience in the water. The instructor adapts the session to suit different confidence and ability levels within the group.
Children should feel comfortable around waves and able to carry their own surfboard down to the beach safely. Participants should also be comfortable taking part in light physical activity throughout the lesson.
Private family lessons allow everyone to learn together in a more relaxed environment with coaching tailored specifically to the group. The instructor can adjust the pace, exercises, and level of support depending on the ages and confidence levels of each participant.
Experienced instructors, beginner-friendly equipment, and suitable beach conditions help create a comfortable environment for families trying surfing together for the first time. The sessions focus on enjoyment, safety, and helping everyone spend as much time as possible practising in the water.
Yes, the lesson is designed specifically for beginners as well as families with mixed surfing experience. The instructor starts with the basics and adapts the session depending on each participant’s confidence level.
Families can learn together at a comfortable pace while receiving guidance throughout both the beach introduction and time spent in the water.
Children aged 6 and above can participate in the lesson provided they feel comfortable around waves and are able to carry their surfboard safely down to the beach.
Younger participants often enjoy learning alongside parents or older family members, helping create a supportive atmosphere during the session.
Yes, the family surf lesson includes a dedicated instructor working only with your group. This allows the coaching and pace of the lesson to be tailored specifically around your family’s needs and experience levels.
Private instruction also gives families more flexibility and time to practise together in the water without larger groups around them.
The session covers the key foundations of beginner surfing, including paddling, balance, standing up on the board, catching waves, and basic ocean safety.
The instructor demonstrates each technique clearly before helping participants practise gradually in beginner-friendly conditions.
Guests should bring swimwear, towels, sunscreen, and sandals or flip-flops suitable for the beach. Lightweight clothing that can get wet is recommended throughout the session.
All surf equipment needed for the lesson is provided, including boards, leashes, and suitable rash vests or wetsuits.
Lessons take place in beginner-friendly surf conditions close to shore where the instructor can supervise participants carefully throughout the activity.
Suitable areas of the beach are selected depending on the daily sea conditions to keep the experience comfortable and manageable for families.
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80 Nguyễn Trọng Nghĩa, Sơn Trà, Đà Nẵng, Vietnam
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