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Surf Schools in Goa: Top 5 for Beginners (2026)

Updated October 2026 · No paid placements

5 places · No paid placementsHow we rankNothing here is for sale: no business can buy a position, and partners are labelled and never move up the list. Every price comes from the place's own website or says n/a. Read how we rank
01Salty Soul Surf Shack, Goasurfschoolgoa.in
Mandrem, North Goa beachesSalty Soul Surf Shack300 INR (lowest item on its site)
★ 5 (629)From 300 INR
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Salty Soul Surf Shack

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⭐ 5 (629 Google reviews)Mandrem, North Goa beachesFrom 300 INR (lowest item on its site)Maps checked 20 Oct 2026

A surf shack at Junas Waddo in Mandrem, next to Casa d Calma, offering lessons, board rental, trips and a surf and yoga retreat. Reviewers mention beginner-friendly waves and good prices.

Lowest starting price on this page Shack with food and drinks on the beach The 300 INR figure is the lowest item shown, not a full lesson price Busy in peak season
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Arambol, North Goa beachesGoa Surf SchoolGroup lesson 1.5 h 2,000 INR
★ 4.9 (744)From 2,000 INR
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Goa Surf School

⭐ 4.9 (744 Google reviews)Arambol, North Goa beachesGroup lesson 1.5 h 2,000 INR per personMaps checked 19 Oct 2026

A school in Khalchawada, Arambol, founded by local surfer Vincent Mascarenhas, per its site. Lessons run 1.5 hours, and the school also offers kayaking.

Full price list on its own site Courses of 3, 5 and 7 days Arambol is far north, a long ride from Calangute Private lessons cost 3,000 INR, more than group
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03Swell Cats Surf Club, Goaswellcatssurfclub.com
Ashwem-Mandrem, North Goa beachesSwell Cats Surf ClubGroup lesson 1.5 h 2,500 INR
★ 5 (214)From 2,500 INR
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Swell Cats Surf Club

⭐ 5 (214 Google reviews)Ashwem-Mandrem, North Goa beachesGroup lesson 1.5 h 2,500 INRMaps checked 19 Oct 2026

A surf club on Ashwem Beach Road in Mandrem with a room to keep bags during lessons. Reviewers praise the board selection and prices.

Clear prices for group, private and multi-day courses Storage room for belongings Group lesson price is higher than Goa Surf School Small beach-road base with limited facilities
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Ashwem, Morjim, North Goa beachesViva Surf SchoolPrice n/a
★ 4.9 (281)
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Viva Surf School

⭐ 4.9 (281 Google reviews)Ashwem, Morjim, North Goa beachesPrice n/aMaps checked 19 Oct 2026

A surf school on Ashvem beach. Reviewers mention small groups and free photos and videos of the lesson.

Free lesson photos and videos per reviewers Small groups Instagram only, no website or prices Booking only by message
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05Makai Surf Adventure, Goamakaisurfadventure.com
Arambol, North Goa beachesMakai Surf Adventure3-day surf package with stay 8,999 INR
★ 5 (139)From 8,999 INR
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Makai Surf Adventure

⭐ 5 (139 Google reviews)Arambol, North Goa beaches3-day surf package with stay 8,999 INRMaps checked 20 Oct 2026

A surf camp in Dewulwada, Arambol, that sells surf packages with stay, SUP and yoga, plus board rental. Its site lists 3, 5, 7 and 10 day packages.

Packages with accommodation included Board rental for trained surfers Packages are aimed at multi-day stays Fewest reviews of the five
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Last verified: ratings, review counts and open status were read from Google Maps on 20 Oct 2026. Ranking rule: rating 4.4 or higher with at least 40 reviews, one branch per brand, ordered by a weighted score that pulls small review counts toward the average, so a 5.0 from 15 reviews cannot beat a 4.8 from 900. Method and author on How we rank.

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Frequently asked

How much does a surf lesson cost in Goa?

On the schools' own sites: Goa Surf School group lesson 2,000 INR per person, Swell Cats group lesson 2,500 INR, and Makai's 3-day package with stay 8,999 INR.

Is Goa good for beginner surfers?

Yes. The northern beaches have small, gentle waves, and all five schools teach beginners.

When is the surf season in Goa?

Schools mostly operate from about October to May; the monsoon brings rough seas.

Which beach is best for surfing in Goa?

All five schools are on the northern beaches: Arambol, Mandrem, Ashwem and Morjim.

Is this list sponsored?

No. The ranking is editorial and unpaid: places need a Google rating of 4.4 or higher with at least 40 reviews and are ordered by a review-weighted score. No venue paid to be listed.

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