10-Day Surf Coaching Retreat Mentawai Islands
16 Sept → 26 Sept 2026
SURF COACHING RETREATS - MENTAWAI
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About Solid Surf Coaching Retreats
Welcome to Solid Surf Camp Resort Mentawai and our exclusive Surf Coaching Retreats, a perfect blend of luxury, adventure, and professional surf coaching at one of the world’s most extraordinary surf destinations.
Nestled on the pristine beachfront of the Mentawai Islands, our resort offer unparalleled access to 14 world-class surf spots just minutes away, with over 20 legendary breaks reachable within 30 minutes by boat. Whether you’re an intermediate surfer (L3) aiming to progress to the next level or an advanced surfer (L4) seeking new challenges, our retreats provide a fully immersive experience to help you refine your skills with professional guidance.
Imagine a surf-focused escape where every session is tailored by your personal coach to maximize your progress. With dedicated attention, personalized feedback, and expert advice, you’ll discover your full potential while surrounded by the raw beauty of one of the planet’s most exclusive surf destinations.
Our resort combines comfort and style, offering uniquely designed accommodations with air conditioning, fan cooling, and a private pool overlooking the ocean. Whether traveling solo, as a couple, or with a group, you’ll enjoy the flexibility of booking individual rooms or reserving the entire villa for a private retreat.
Located in Tua Pejat, the Mentawai Islands are a surfing mecca. With perfect waves for all skill levels, breathtaking beaches, and a laid-back tropical vibe, our retreats combine world-class surfing with the ultimate coaching experience in a setting that’s second to none.
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Why Us ?
- Personalized Coaching for L3 & L4 – Intermediates
- Stunning Surf Destinations
- Comprehensive Surf and Wellness Experience
- Small Groups for Maximum Attention
- Cultural Immersion and Adventure
Is This Trip For Me?
- You can catch unbroken waves on your own.
- You can confidently angle your take-off to ride left or right.
- You have the ability to control your line on a “green wave.”
- You feel at ease surfing in head-high waves.
- You’re an intermediate surfer eager to ride world-class waves and elevate your skills to the next level.
- You have never tried surfing before.
- You have surfed only a few times.
- You are still working on mastering your take-off.
- You cannot surf independently.
- You’re an advanced surfer seeking 12-foot barrels over shallow reef.*
*Our retreats are specifically designed for intermediate surfers (L3) and lower advanced surfers (L4) who are progressing into more challenging waves. They are not suitable for very advanced or expert surfers aiming for extreme conditions, as we focus on creating a tailored and supportive experience for intermediate-level progression.
The Surfer Road Map
What Surf Level Do You Have ?
This retreat is designed for L3 and L4 surfers — intermediate to lower-advanced surfers looking to accelerate their progression through structured coaching, video analysis and personalized feedback.
The Solid Surf Roadmap consists of 4 levels (L1–L4), each divided into A, B and C progression stages.
Every Surf Coaching Retreat focuses on specific roadmap levels and sub-levels. Check the retreat dates below to see which L3 or L4 modules are being covered during each retreat.
Get Pro-Level Feedback & Progress Your Level
Every Surf Coach Retreat is hosted by coaches who
have spent years in the water with surfers at every level.

ISA CERTIFIED•L1
Giacomo (Jack) Freddi
With 5 years of surfing and coaching experience across the Canary Islands, Portugal, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Norway, and South Africa, Jack is the primary force behind every Solid Surf Academy tutorial. He spent 1.5 years coaching full-time in Fuerteventura and has run surf retreats through Surfbreak Club for 2.5 years. He works mainly with L1–L3 surfers who travel a few weeks per year and need a clear structure to improve technique, build consistency, and actually progress in real surf conditions.
ISA Certified Surfbreak Club
5 years coaching
Morocco • Sri Lanka • Indonesia

ISA CERTIFIED•L1 & L2
Edward
With 6 years of surf coaching and lifeguarding experience across the UK, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and the Canary Islands, Edward is one of the lead coaches behind the Solid Surf Academy. He spent almost 4 years coaching and lifeguarding at The Wave in Bristol, working with surfers of all abilities, including adaptive surfers, while developing strong safety, communication, and coaching skills. He works mainly with L1–L3 surfers who want clear guidance, structured progression, and the confidence to improve their surfing in real-world conditions.
ISA Certified L1 & L2 • Surf Apnea • Lifeguard
6 years coaching experience
UK • Indonesia • Sri Lanka • Canary Islands

ASI CERTIFIED RNLI
Finn Illes
With 10 years of surf lifesaving, surf coaching, and rescue experience across the United Kingdom, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Central America, Finn is one of the lead coaches behind the Solid Surf Academy. He spent nearly a decade as a Senior Beach Lifeguard with the RNLI and currently works as a Senior Lifeguard in New Zealand. Alongside coaching, he is qualified in Rescue Watercraft (jetski) operations and specializes in ocean safety, surf awareness, and helping surfers build confidence in challenging conditions.
ASI Certified Surf Coach • RNLI & SLSNZ Senior Lifeguard
10 years rescue & water safety experience
UK • New Zealand • Sri Lanka • Indonesia • Central America
When ?
2026
31 May – 10 June
Fully Booked
2026
06 Sept – 16 Sept
3 out of 6 Spots Left
For Who:
L2 – C
L3 A-B-C
Check your level: The Surfer Road Map
2027
30 May – 09 June
6 Spots Left
For Who:
L3 A-B-C
L4-A
Check your level: The Surfer Road Map
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THE ACCOMMODATION (INCLUDED)
The best price value package
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Afternoon Snack
- Dinner (vegetarian, gluten & lactose free available)
- Evening Snack
- BBQ
- Free Flow Coconuts, Homemade Sodas & Water
- All rooms with private bathrooms & A/C
- Towels service (not for the beach)
- Wifi
- Pool table
- Outdoor Cinema
- Swimming pool
- Ice Bath (coming soon)
- Daily cleaned rooms
- 24/7 Surf house team onsite
BOARD RENTAL (INCLUDED)
Soft & Hard Boards – intermediate & advanced quiver
SURF SESSION by BOAT (INCLUDED)
Transfer to and from Surf Spots
SURF GUIDING (INCLUDED)
Intermediate (L3) & Advanced (L4)
SURF COACHING (INCLUDED)
Intermediate (L3) & Advanced (L4)
THE YOGA (INCLUDED)
Daily 1 x session p.p (all levels)
SURF SKATE BOWL
Surf Skate Practice
SURF APNEA
Workshop
JETSKI HANDLING & RESCUE
Workshop
VIDEO ANALYSIS & THEORY
Daily
FREE T-SHIRT
T&C`s apply
PHOTO PACKAGE (INCLUDED)
Min 25 Shots HD quality
EXTRA OPTIONS
- Softdrinks & Alcohol (not included)
- Scooter rental: – Free use
- Snorkle equipement – Free use
- Stand up paddle boards – Free use
- Jetski – see activities & excursions
- Canoes: – see activities & excursions
- Airport & Boat Transfer: Email us for a quote / more info in FAQ.
- Surf Insurance – Better surf than sorry: €5,- p.d / 35,- p.p.p.w
surf BOARd rental
What boards do we have in stock for you ?







LENGTH / WIDTH / THICKNESS / VOLUME (Ltr)
5`8 x 18 3/4 x 2 5/16 x 24.7 Ltr (stock 1)
5`8 x 18 5/8 x 2 5/16 x 26.5 Lt (stock 1)
5`8 x 18 5/16 x 2 3/16 x 24.7 Ltr (stock 1)
5`11 x 19 1/2 x 2 3/8 x 29 Ltr (stock 1)
LENGTH / WIDTH / THICKNESS / VOLUME (Ltr)
5’11 x 18 7/8 x 2 3/8 x 27.4 Ltr (stock 1)
6’1 x 19 1/4 x 2 7/16 x 29.4 Ltr (stock 1)
6’3 x 19 5/8 x 2 1/2 x 31.6 Ltr (stock 1)
6’6 x 19 7/8 x 2 5/8 x 34.9 Ltr (stock 1)
LENGTH / WIDTH / THICKNESS / VOLUME (Ltr)
6’1 x 19 1/8 x 2 7/16 x 28.6 Ltr (stock 1)
6’2 x 19 1/4 x 2 1/2 x 31.2 Ltr (stock 1)
6’6 x 20 3/4 x 2 7/8 x 41.5 Ltr (stock 1)
LENGTH / WIDTH / THICKNESS / VOLUME (Ltr)
6’2 x 20 1/4 x 2 5/8 x 36.4 Ltr (stock 1)
6’6 x 20 3/5 x 2 3/4 x 41.3 Ltr (stock 1)
7’0 x 21 1/2 x 3 x 50 Ltr (stock 1)
LENGTH / WIDTH / THICKNESS / VOLUME (Ltr)
5’6 x 21 1/4 x 2 5/8 x 35.6 Ltr (stock 1)
5’8 x 21 3/4 x 2 11/16 x 38.6 Ltr (stock 1)
5’10 x 22 1/4 x 2 3/4 x 41.8 Ltr (stock 1)
LENGTH / WIDTH / THICKNESS / VOLUME (Ltr)
6’8 x 20 1/2 x 2 5/8 Ltr (stock 1)
7’0 x 22 x 2 7/8 Ltr (stock 1)
7’4 x 22 x 2 7/8 Ltr (stock 1)
LENGTH / WIDTH / THICKNESS / VOLUME (Ltr)
6’10 x 22 1/4 x 2 3/4 x 48.4 Ltr (stock 2)
7’2 x 22 3/4 x 2 3/4 x 52.5 Ltr (stock 2)
7’6 x 23 x 2 7/8 x 57.6 Ltr (stock 2)
8’0 x 23 x 1/2 3 x 65.4 Ltr (stock 2)
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ROOMS & PRICES
Shared Room
10 Days Surf Coach Retreatprice per person
incl "Surf Coaching Retreat"
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Ensuite Bathroom
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Garden View Bed & Bathroom
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Rain Shower
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Garden Terrace
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AC & Fan Cooled
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Towel & Linnen Service
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Closet & Storage
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Safe
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TV & Netflix
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Comfortable Bunk with stairs
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Private Power Plug & Reading Light
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Wifi 100 Mbps
Arrival is possible on any day with a minimum of 5 days stay.
For a optimal stay & surf experience we recommend to stay from Sunday to Sunday.
Deluxe Room
10 Days Surf Coach Retreatprice per person
incl "Surf Coaching Retreat"
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Ensuite Private Bathroom
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Ocean View Bed & Bathroom
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Bathtub & Rain Shower
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Window Balcony
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AC & Fan Cooled
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Towel & Linnen Service
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Closet & Storage
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Safe
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TV & Netflix
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Mini Fridge
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Wifi 100 Mbps
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Single Room Fee + € 500,- for 10 days
Arrival is possible on any day with a minimum of 5 days stay.
For a optimal stay & surf experience we recommend to stay from Sunday to Sunday.
QUICK LINKS: WHY US ? | ONE PACKAGE FITS ALL | ROOMS & PRICES | FAQ
GET A FREE TEE
terms & conditions apply
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
About Surf Coaching Retreats
A Surf Coaching Retreat is an immersive, structured training program designed to help surfers of all levels enhance their skills. It offers personalized coaching with certified and experienced surf coaches, focusing on individual attention and skill development in premier surf destinations.
Surf coaching is suitable for surfers of all levels, from beginners to advanced riders. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your technique, surf coaching can help you progress and achieve your surfing goals.
Surf coaching typically involves one-on-one or small group sessions with a qualified surf coach. The coach will assess your current skill level, provide personalized instruction, offer feedback on technique, and guide you through specific exercises and drills to improve your surfing abilities.
Surf coaching offers numerous benefits, including accelerated skill development, improved wave selection, enhanced technique and style, increased ocean awareness and safety, and greater overall confidence in the water. It can also help surfers overcome specific challenges or plateaus in their progression.
The duration of a surf coaching session can vary depending on the coach and the program. It can range from one hour to a full day, depending on the specific goals and needs of the surfer.
Yes, surf coaching can be adapted for children of different ages and skill levels. There are specialized surf coaching programs available for kids that focus on safety, building confidence, and developing fundamental surfing skills in a fun and supportive environment.
It’s preferable to have your own surfboard for surf coaching, as it allows you to practice with a board that you’re familiar with. However, some surf coaches may provide rental boards or help you choose the right board for your skill level if you don’t have one.
The frequency of surf coaching sessions can vary depending on your availability and goals. Some surfers opt for regular weekly or bi-weekly sessions, while others prefer occasional tune-up sessions or intensive training camps. It’s best to discuss your specific needs with a surf coach to determine the ideal frequency.
Absolutely! Surf coaching is highly beneficial for competitive surfers who aim to improve their performance in contests. Surf coaches can provide valuable insights, strategy development, competition preparation, and mental conditioning techniques to help surfers excel in a competitive environment.
To find a reputable surf coach, you can start by asking for recommendations from fellow surfers or local surf schools. You can also search online directories, surf coaching websites, or inquire at surf shops in your area. It’s important to choose a coach with proper qualifications, experience, and a coaching style that aligns with your learning preferences.
Didn’t find a suitable answer?
Our management will be happy to help you.
MENTAWAI | INDONESIA
Jordy Robers
Founder Solid Surf House
mentawai@solidsurfhouse.com