Side Wave Surf Course

If you want to learn wave surfing thoroughly and with proper technique, Side is one of the most enjoyable places to do it. This surf course is a comprehensive program on the ancient city's mild Mediterranean shore, guiding you step by step alongside a certified instructor, from paddling and the pop-up to reading waves and sea safety.

Why surf in Side?

Side's long, wide sandy beaches are like an ideal classroom for learning to surf. The warm Mediterranean waters and generally gentle, gradually breaking waves offer a safe environment where beginners can practice without fear of mistakes. The historic fabric of ancient Side adds cultural depth to your training, making the experience far more meaningful than an ordinary course.

What will you learn in the course?

The course begins on shore with both theory and practice. Your instructor drills the correct stance, balanced paddling, and the crucial pop-up movement repeatedly on the sand. You then move into the water to apply these techniques on Side's gentle waves, learning to read waves, understand which are rideable, master balance and body control, and grasp the fundamentals of sea safety, with feedback at every attempt.

Who is it suitable for?

This course suits beginners who want to learn surfing seriously, those looking to develop their basic skills, and anyone wishing to progress through regular practice. Being able to swim and feeling comfortable in the water is enough. Participants of all ages benefit from its self-paced structure, and an optional certificate of participation is available at the end.

Highlights

• Structured, step-by-step program with a certified instructor
• Solid foundation in pop-up, paddling, and wave-reading techniques
• Safe practice environment in the warm, gentle Mediterranean
• A learning experience intertwined with culture in ancient Side
• Optional certificate of participation

What's included?

• Surfboard and wetsuit
• Certified instructor
• Shore and water safety briefing
• Participation insurance

Safety

Throughout the course, safety is an integral part of learning. Before entering the water, your certified instructor gives a thorough shore and water safety briefing, teaching you to recognize currents, move safely with the board, and respond in emergencies. Lessons run in small groups so each participant receives enough attention, and the wetsuit provides both protection and comfort.

Best season and conditions

The most productive season for surf courses in Side is autumn and winter, when waves reach an ideal regularity for learning and the water stays warm. The calmer summer sea offers a gentle start for building fundamentals. Your instructor adjusts each lesson to your level for safe, efficient progress.

Location and access

Side is a historic coastal town in Antalya's Manavgat district, about an hour by car from Antalya Airport. Access from local accommodation to the training area is easy. The full meeting address and directions are sent after your booking.

Booking

To join the course, choose a suitable date and book online. As spots are limited, early booking is advantageous. Just bring a swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen; equipment and instructor support are on us. Get ready to build a solid surfing foundation in Side.