Everything you need
before you book.

• Is transportation to Bai Dai included in the price of surf courses?

  Yes, if your hotel or guesthouse is located inNha Trang city centre within 0.5 km radius from the Intercontinental Nha Trang Hotel. We pick up students from their hotels & guesthouses and bring them to Bai Dai Beach for surfing. We also bring the students back to their hotels & guesthouses after surfing. If your hotel or guesthouse is located outside this area, we can still provide car transfer subject to an additional charge (depending upon your specific location). For example, if you are staying at the Amiana Resort & Spa or at the Champa Island Nha Trang, the car transfer will be subject to an additional US$10 surcharge.

• Is all surf equipment included in the price?

  Yes, all surf equipment is provided by Nha Trang Local Surf School.

• What else is provided in the price of surf courses?

  For surf course students, Nha Trang Local Surf School provides complimentary rash vests (for protection against sun and abrasion), a small bottle of water and a small snack during break-time.

• Is the time of your surf course flexible?

  The time of the surf course will be decided by the instructors based on the day’s tide and wave conditions. Especially for beginners, this ensures maximum safety for the students and allows Nha Trang Local Surf School to provide the most enjoyable surfing experience. As such, the timing of the surf course is set by Nha Trang Local Surf School, and cannot be adjusted to suit the personal schedules of the students.

• Can I use the board after my surf lesson?

  Yes, the board can be rented for an additional charge (please see our prices for Surfboard Rental above) once the surf lesson has finished.

• What are the methods of payment that you accept?

  We accept cash in the following currencies: Vietnamese Dong and US Dollars. We also accept bank transfer at an additional surcharge of 3%.

• When can I pay for my surf course?

  You can pay for your surf course in cash at the start of the surf course, so simply bring along your cash payment at the start of the morning. Alternatively, you can pay us bank transfer in advance of the day of your surf course.

• Can I come along with my friend or family member to the surfing lesson with your transport?

  Yes, subject to an additional transport charge of US$15 per person. This charge covers both to & fro transportation for the additional person. Please understand that our transfer service is a third party service provider so we are unable to provide transfers for non-surfing friends & family members for free.

• How far will I progress if I attend the 2 Days Beginners Surf Course, or if I surf over many days with the Group Surf Class?

  For those who have never surfed before, the first day of your Beginners Surf Course will be focused on teaching you to successfully ride whitewater waves. The course will cover basic surf skills including safe handling of surfboard in the ocean, paddling technique, how to jump up and stay on the surfboard, basic surf safety know-how & basic ocean knowledge (channels, riptides etc.). On subsequent days that you surf with us, our instructors will impart further surf theory & surf techniques to you as is appropriate to your level of surfing & progress. Beyond riding whitewater waves, our instructors can expand your surf ability to include identifying good waves and wave peak location, independently catching waves, how to turn both ways on the surfboard, how to accelerate, how to control speed while riding the waves. As for the practical aspect, each student progresses at a different pace and the instructor will build on each student’s specific level and ability for execution as appropriate. The progress of each student will vary depending on their individual abilities and the surf conditions they encounter during the surf course.

• I booked and paid for the 2 Days Beginner Surf Course, but I wish to cancel the 2nd day after doing only 1 day. Can I get a refund?

  Unfortunately, we are unable to provide refunds in this situation, as we would have made manpower and transportation arrangements in anticipation of your prior booking. We also do not provide refunds in the situation where you have started a surf course but halfway you wish to stop (for whatever reason). Refunds are not provided if the lesson is not finished. If you have booked a course but notify us to cancel at least 48 hours before the date of your course, we will provide 100% refund.

• What happens if I had an injury during the lesson?

  Don’t worry, Nha Trang Local Surf School is well-equipped with first aid needs. Also our staff has undergone first aid training. If an injury occurs, we will provide you with on-site first aid assistance. If necessary, we will then transport you to a suitable clinic in Nha Trang city.

• What happens if the weather conditions changes to become unsuitable for surfing?

  Before starting the surf course, if surfing becomes unsafe due to changed weather conditions, Nha Trang Local Surf School will contact you to re-schedule for another day. If rescheduling is not possible, we will refund your surf course fees for that day. If the weather changes whilst the surf course is ongoing, we will either continue the lesson on the beach or cancel the remainder of the surf course. Unfortunately in this situation, no refund will be provided.

• Can I cancel my booking on the day of the surf course?

  Cancellations on the due date and no-shows will be charged 100% of the course fee.