๐ŸŒด Gokarna ยท Karnataka ยท India

Never Stop
Surfing.

Learn to surf at Gokarna's first surf school โ€” taught by a certified international instructor since 2008.

Since 2010First surf school in Gokarna
Oct โ€“ MayBest season for beginners
ISA & SFIRecognised school
1-on-1Or very small groups
Pick Your Session

Choose Your Lesson

From a first taste of the ocean to your first turns on green waves.

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Just To Try

One session to see if you're a natural. Fun, relaxed, no pressure.

โฑ 1.5 hrs๐Ÿ‘ Beginners
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Beginner Course

3 days, one session a day. Boards, safety, paddling, wave catching and standing up โ€” with a standing guarantee.

โฑ 3 days๐Ÿ‘ Beginners
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Advanced Course

6 days. Mid-size waves, board control, first turns, timing and take-offs on small green waves.

โฑ 6 days๐Ÿ‘ Intermediate
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Surf Trips & Rentals

Hidden-coast surf trips, long & short boards, bodyboards, wetsuits, ding repairs, kayaking, and board buying.

โฑ Flexible๐Ÿ‘ All levels
You're In Safe Hands

Why Choose Cocopelli

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Safety First

Technique and safety briefing before every first paddle-out.

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Beginners & Non-Swimmers

Never surfed or can't swim? We teach you step by step.

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Certified Instructor

Internationally certified, recognised by ISA and the Surfing Federation of India.

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Very Small Groups

Or one-on-one โ€” more attention, more waves.

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Gentle Beach Break

Gokarna Main Beach: clean blue water, light current.

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Homestay

Stay with us right by the surf.

Simple As A Sunset

Four Steps To Your First Wave

Choose

Pick a lesson or course.

Message Us

Share your date and group size on WhatsApp.

Meet At cocopelli

We provide boards and a safety briefing.

Ride

Catch that first wave.

Sandeep briefing a beginner surf class on the beach
Your Instructor

Meet Sandeep Samuel

Founder of Cocopelli and one of only two certified international level 3 judges in India. Sandeep trains absolute beginners, non-swimmers and intermediate surfers heading for advanced level.

  • โœ” Internationally certified surf instructor
  • โœ” International Surf judgeโœ” Recognised by ISA & Surfing Federation of India
  • โœ” Teaching in Gokarna since 2008
Stay With Us

Cocopelli Homestay

Simple, clean rooms among the coconut palms โ€” a short walk from the surf.

Guests relaxing in the Cocopelli homestay garden
Homestay balcony with wooden benches and palm views
Homestay room with double and single bed
Clean attached bathroom
Good To Know

Questions, Answered

Do I need any experience?

No. We teach complete beginners and non-swimmers, starting with technique and safety on the sand.

Best time to visit?

October to May is ideal for beginners. Before October and after May (monsoon) can be challenging.

How big are the groups?

Very small groups or private one-on-one lessons.

Can I rent or buy a board?

Yes โ€” long boards, short boards, bodyboards, wetsuits, board buying and ding repairs.

Do you offer surf trips?

Yes, along India's hidden coastline. Let us know in advance.

Location

Gokarna: India's Surf Town

Warm water, forgiving waves and a laid-back coast on India's west coast.

๐ŸŒŠ Beginner breaks๐Ÿ๏ธ Main Beach๐ŸŒ… Golden sunsets๐Ÿšฃ Kayaking๐Ÿก Homestay

Your Next Adventure Starts With One Wave.

Tell us when you're coming. We'll handle the rest.