Surf Better With
Surfskate Training
A clear path that helps you move better on land and surf with more control.
Why Do Most Surfers Get Stuck?
Progress doesn’t come from trying harder.
It comes from understanding what to practice and why.
Practice with intention
Build Movement That Works In The Water
Improve without perfect conditions
A Clear Path to Better Surfing
This method builds muscle memory on land, so surfing feels natural without overthinking in the water.
Understand the movement behind good surfing
Learn how speed, flow, and momentum actually work, so you know what you’re training and why it matters.
Train it correctly on land with a surfskate
Use simple, intentional drills to build the right patterns and muscle memory, without forcing or overcomplicating.
Apply it naturally when you’re back in the water
When the movement is ingrained, surfing feels intuitive. You react faster, move better, and enjoy surfing more.
Your Training Path
Whether you’re building speed or learning manoeuvres, start with the path that fits where you are right now.
Level I
Surfing Basics:
Speed & Flow
beginner → Intermediate
Learn how to generate speed and flow
using surfskate training.
Level II
Surfing Manoeuvres:
Turns & Technique
Intermediate → Advanced
Learn how to perform the fundamental surfing manoeuvres using surfskate training.
Why Surfskate Training Actually Improves Your Surfing
Why Surfskate Training Actually Improves Your Surfing
- Builds muscle memory without pressure
- Repeats correct patterns, not bad habits
- Makes movements feel natural in the water
Is This Training Right For You?
This Is For You If…
- You surf but feel inconsistent
- You overthink technique in the water
- You want surfing to feel natural
- You’re willing to practice with intention
This Is Not For You If…
- You’re looking for quick shortcuts
- You don’t want to practice on land
- You expect instant results without repetition
- You’re not willing to slow down and rebuild basics
In-Person Experience
Train In Bali
Train in person through focused surfskate sessions, surf coaching, and immersive experiences, designed to help your surfing feel more natural
Surfskate Sessions
Train balance, flow, and clean surf movements on land. Work on patterns that transfer naturally to the water.
Surf Sessions
Bring your training into the water. Apply what you practice on land to real waves, with guidance in natural conditions.
Surf Retreats (Indonesia)
Immersive surf experiences combining surfskate, surf sessions, and guided training, in collaboration with Sōleïa Surf Camp
Real Results, Real Progression
Real surfers using the same method to build confidence and flow
Posted on Jin LTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’m truly grateful to Mako for his kind and precise advice. His guidance instantly helped me fix the issue of being dragged by inertia after a snap, and I finally learned how to pivot smoothly! That moment of success was pure joy — I couldn’t stop smiling. After six months of surfskating, I’ve often referred to Mako’s professional videos to fine-tune my skills. Getting the chance to learn directly from him this time was such an inspiring and unforgettable experience. 🙏🔥Posted on Nastassia HaikevichTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I took surfskate lessons with Mako, and he explained everything so clearly and simply — even a child could understand. It was very comfortable to train with him. Too bad he left Bali, he was the best surfskate coach.Posted on Сергей МузалевTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Level up of your surfing game is Inevitable. Backside from zero to hero. Couldn’t recommend more.Posted on Евгений ДергуновTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. so grateful for having surf skate session with Juan. First of all, Juan really likes his job and charge you for loving surf skate. My surf skate ability has improve 2x/3x times I think)) For last 1 year it was best investment for my surf progress. Highly recommend!Posted on V “Vani”Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I started surfskate lessons with Juan to improve my surfing, and the progress was immediate. He is a truly a fantastic coach, provides clear explanations and always focused on helping you refine your technique. He breaks things down in a way that is easy to apply and more importantly he makes sure that bad habits do not stick. Each session felt fully tailored to my level and his tips instantly boosted my flow and confidence on the board. I also got one of the beautiful Mako surfskates 🤩he recommended which has been a game changer and his online courses kept me improving even while he was away. Juan is passionate about what he does and that energy really comes through in his teaching. If you are looking to take your surfskate or your surfing to the next level, I cannot recommend him highly enough!Posted on Olya PetrovaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an amazing experience learning surfskate with Juan! He is a very patient and motivating teacher — explains everything clearly and makes the lesson fun and easy to follow. We also bought couple of his surfskates, and it’s absolutely fantastic: smooth, high quality, and perfect for practice. Highly recommend both his classes and his boards to anyone who wants to improve their surfing skills or just enjoy surfskating!Posted on Agnieszka DerlatkaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best and most professional surfskate coach in Bali! He corrected my mistakes and pointed out things that others never noticed, which really improved my surfing. I hope he comes back to Bali one day so we can train together again😁Posted on Maria LogvinovaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I did a few surfskate sessions with Juan and it was a real game changer. My backside and frontside got so much better after just a couple sessions. It honestly leveled up my surfing big time. He explains things in a way that just clicks, and makes it fun. Totally recommend if you wanna push your surfing (and surf skating ofc) to the next level.Posted on Anastasiya IzotovaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Сходила один раз попробовать, а теперь хочется возвращаться снова и снова) Атмосфера лёгкая и дружелюбная, но при этом реально прокачиваешь навыки. Кататься стало намного увереннее. Спасибо, было круто!Posted on Mia LiuTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Juan’s surfskate lesson was amazing! He’s super positive and patient, breaks everything down clearly, and helps you focus on one thing at a time. It really improved my surfing, highly recommended!
Meet Your Coach
Meet Your Coach
Hi I'm Juan, a surfer and surfskate coach who helps surfing feel more natural and less forced.
I didn’t learn surfing easily at the beginning. Most of my progress came from making mistakes and slowly understanding how it actually works.
Over time, I learned that surfing improves more when you train simple patterns, build muscle memory, and stop overthinking every move.
Surfskate became a clear way to do that. It lets you train the feeling of surfing on land, so when you’re back in the water, your body reacts naturally.
- Indonesia Only
- Indonesia Only
Surfskate Boards
Available in Indonesia
These are the boards I use in my own training and coaching.
Built to feel fast, smooth, and responsive, so your movements flow naturally and build the right habits for surfing.
Ready to improve your surfing?
Build muscle memory on land so surfing feels easier in the water.