Che’s Surf School: Learn to Surf in Barbados

Experience the thrill of private surf lessons in Barbados with expert instructors. Learn to ride waves at iconic Freights Bay and take home unforgettable memories.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Drill Hall Beach - Locally owned, we provide the premier beginner surfing experience in Barbados.
    Guests are either picked up or can meet at our conveniently located surf shop on Drill Hall Beach, renowned for its excellent beginner waves, as well as sightings of wild monkeys and turtles.
    Sessions commence with beginner beach instruction, covering…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Board, rash guard, transport, pro instructor and more included
Additional Information

Surfing offers a unique experience, and the thrill of riding a wave is truly beyond words. Return from your vacation with a new skill and unforgettable memories.
Enjoy small group sessions or private lessons at competitive prices. Our ISA-certified instructors ensure your safety and guide you through your first waves in a personalized learning…

Location
Che’s surf lessons
Highway 7
We meet at our surf shop, centrally located at the famous 'Brandens" surf spot on Drill Hall beach. (next to Savannah hotel) We will then hop in the surf truck if conditions are better elsewhere.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Compass315662
Jul 4, 2025
Kids first surf lesson - Booked surf lessons for my 2 teenagers & they had a great time. Peter was a really good instructor, great with the kids & really patient. Che Allan also does great snorkel trips, and you get photos from the trip that are amazing. Great local business, well worth booking
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569lenyv
Jun 27, 2025
Best surfing experience ever!!!! - Chef and his crew of Jason and Jaden were incredible. These guys were awesome with my girls, patient and kind with the instructions and in the water. My entire family of seven surfers of three adults and 4 kids all loved it! Hands down best price and experience. Glad I found him for my family, highly recommend and when I come back to Barbados I will be back to Chefs surfing school.
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Trwilliams21
Jun 24, 2025
12/10 - No Notes - We had the best time! The crew who taught us got us all in the water almost immediately to really have a chance to practice on the waves. We spent most of the time surfing and both myself and my friend were able to get up and ride a few waves by the end of the session. The team made it really easy and both of us had a blast.
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932chaseb
May 23, 2025
Send it!!! - Such a sick surf experience! I had done 2 sessions with Ché a few years ago and had to come back for more. This time I was with Jason who did an awesome job setting me up to shred as many waves as I could handle. He showed me where to go and where to stay away from, taught me some surf etiquette, and helped me refine my skills. He made sure I was safe and comfortable, while encouraging me to improve and challenge myself. Totally worth the $$, will be doing more with these guys next time
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Lougayna_a
May 21, 2025
My wife and I had an... - My wife and I had an incredible experience with our surf lessons in Barbados, thanks to our amazing instructor, Jason! From start to finish, Jason was attentive, patient, and genuinely invested in making sure we had a fantastic time. His clear guidance and encouraging approach helped us grasp the basics of surfing within our first few tries, and by the end, we felt like pros on the board. Jason’s kindness and enthusiasm made the experience truly unforgettable. We can’t recommend booking with him enough!
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Len
May 8, 2025
Perfect for Beginners – Che and Team Were Amazing! - Had an amazing experience surfing with Che and his team! Super responsive and professional — they confirmed the morning conditions and made sure everything was perfect for beginners. Everyone in the family got up on their boards and had a blast. We had so much fun, we came back for a second day! Highly recommend if you’re in Barbados and looking to surf.
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Patrickcz9804fq
May 3, 2025
1st time surfing - Great experience. Both Che and Jason were very helpful and continually offered tips and advice. Neither my wife (57) nor I (53) had ever surfed before and they had us up and going in no time. Would highly recommend to anyone.
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Dkranich
Apr 2, 2025
Great Success with Che's! - We signed our three 14 yr old granddaughters up for lessons. None had ever surfed before, in fact, this was their first experience in saltwater and waves! I asked them to review their experience for me and they said "the guides were helpful, kind, attentive, and funny. They gave us new pointers each time we returned from a run." The bottom line is all three were very successful in learning the proper technique to surf and rocked it. Che's guides made that happen. I would use them again and would confidently recommend them to anyone else looking for surf lessons.
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L3695wycarlosl
Mar 19, 2025
Seriously a must do! Absolutely loved this experience!!! - Che, Jessica, and Jason were all amazing! They communicated with us from the start. They picked us up from our hotel. They set everything up. Che gave us a short tutorial on body mechanics but didn’t have us practice too long as not to overthink the movements. We got on the water and my wife was able to stand up and ride a wave on the first try. My 9 year old and 14 year old only took a few waves before being able to ride waves consistently. This was all our first time surfing. Jason and Che gave lots of encouragement and gentle corrections on how to improve our form. Unfortunately, I didn’t get any pictures because we all were in the water the whole time. We loved the experience and I would absolutely recommend Che and his crew. The family can’t wait to surf again all thanks to them!
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Bridgetst8525kk
Mar 13, 2025
Surf lesson in a small group - Booked a 2-hr group lesson at Che's surf school at Drill Hall beach. Great lesson for beginners or those looking to improve their beginner skills. Nice gentle surf with lots of opportunity for catching waves with help from Che & Jason.
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From $65
up to 8 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).