Ride a Wave Surf School Weligama Sri Lanka

Overview

Available languages

German

Russian

English

1 hour 30 minutes

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At Ride a Wave, we pride ourselves on offering a unique flavor of surfing that sets us apart from the rest. We strive to create an experience that goes beyond simply riding waves and connects our students with the true essence of the ocean and the sport. Here's a description of our activity's unique flavor of surfing:

1.Embracing Nature

2.Mindfulness and Wellness

3.Personalized Coaching

4.Cultural Connections

5.Sense of Community

6.Adventure and Exploration

In summary, our surf school offers a unique flavor of surfing that combines a deep appreciation for nature, mindfulness and wellness practices, personalized coaching, cultural connections, a sense of community, and a spirit of adventure. We believe that by embracing these elements, our students not only become skilled surfers but also gain a deeper understanding of themselves, the ocean, and the broader surfing culture.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

A surf activity refers to the act of participating in surfing, which involves riding waves using a surfboard. It encompasses all the actions and experiences related to engaging in the sport of surfing. A surf activity typically includes the following elements: 1. Preparation: Before heading out into the water, participants will need to prepare themselves and their equipment. This may involve waxing the surfboard, checking the surf conditions, ensuring the appropriate safety gear is worn (such as a leash and rash guard), and selecting the appropriate surfboard based on the individual's skill level and the conditions of the waves. 2.Paddling: Paddling is an essential part of a surf activity. Surfers lie on their stomachs or kneel on the surfboard and use their arms to propel themselves through the water, navigating past breaking waves and positioning themselves in the lineup to catch waves. 3. Wave Selection: Surfers analyze the waves to determine which ones are suitable for riding. Factors such as wave height, shape, power, and direction are taken into consideration when selecting waves to ride. etc..

What‘s Included

Free king coconut for student

Bech bed

Rash Guard

Surf Board

Options

Ride a Wave Surf School Weligama Sri Lanka

Reviews

5.00

158 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

158

Surf classes
claudiapD4567QK,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Best surf school ever! I tooked classes with Shan and he is the best! After 3 days I was able to do some surfing! Highly recommended 😉
Great experience!
lucia rl,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Highly recommended for beginners. Shan and the whole team are incredibly knowledgeable, patient and genuinely supportive. They take the time to explain everything clearly, making you feel comfortable and confident from day one. The atmosphere is welcoming and motivating, and you never feel rushed or judged, no matter your level. It’s a great place to learn, build confidence and actually enjoy the process. Couldn’t ask for a better experience.
Great surf school, great people, love ride a wave
evebV5327AJ,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great place to rent a board from, the guys are all super friendly and all want to make sure you have the best time possible so the vibe is always good! Also good prices on longboards, cheaper than most other places for great boards!! Highly recommend renting from ride a wave, and I'm sure their lessons are great too. I've been coming back for 3 weeks now and have only had good experiences. 🤙🏼
Fun guides!
884edeng,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Took a lesson here once a day for three days straight and could feel such an improvement! Fun and good instructors! You can text them on what’sapp and schedule your sessions
Surf lessons
Camille B,,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
While in Weligama with a friend, we took lessons for 5 days, we made tremendous progress The staff is great as well as the atmosphere, and little +, the sunsets are amazing I highly recommend the experience!
Amazing experience
ManonP48rinjani,,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We stayed a week with two lessons a day and we made tremendous progress. The atmosphere is amazing, like a small family. Prices are very affordable, you can go with your eyes closed, you will not be disappointed with the experience!
amazing
leaw465,,Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I can totally recommend this surf school! The lessons helped me so much and I always had a great time. The instructors are awesome and the vibe is super chill:) Prices are really fair too. Would 100% come back.
Go here to really learn how to surf
piamK1245JF,,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Two weeks ago I did not know anything about surfing, now I am almost a pro thanks to ride a wave surf school! They give amazing lessons for fair prices! I can really recommend this place!
Perfect place to learn surfing
caterinao205,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I took a few lessons with this surf school during my stay in Weligama and really enjoyed it. The instructors are patient and friendly. The lessons are well organized and the vibe is super chill. Very recommended!!
Great service, great boards, great people!
427nikolasr,,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I rented different boards for 3 weeks and never had any issues. The service is great, the boards are great and they make you check every board before to avoid any kind of conflicts about damages. I can highly recommend and would always choose them again!