The trailblazer of Gokarna surf — Sandeep Samuel's ISA-certified school and guest house, tucked in paddy fields three minutes' walk from the beach. Gokarna's long main beach has clean water, light current and gentle waves, which makes it one of the easiest places in India to learn. Basic, comfortable rooms, hammocks in the common area, and reviewers who call Sandeep a mountain of patience with beginners.
The surfing
All levels
Beginner to advanced, taught by an ISA-certified instructor; lessons run about 1.5 hours
Beginner beach break
Long sandy beach, light current and easy paddling — no fight to get out back
Stay and surf
Guest house next door, three minutes from the sand, surrounded by palms and paddy fields
Stay options
Guest house rooms next door
Meals included
Group lessons
1.5-hour sessions, multi-day courses
Private lessons
1-on-1 with Sandeep
Kids lessons
Families and kids taught
Video review
Not offered here
Rentals
Boards available to rent
Coworking friendly
Not offered here
Ice bath
Not offered here
Surf skate
Not offered here
