Aerial view of a surfer paddling a red board over a turquoise reef beside breaking whitewater in Siargao

Surf lessons · Siargao, Philippines

Michael Surf School Discover surfing in Siargao

Learn to surf with Michael, a certified surf instructor from Siargao. Personal coaching from a local, and the joy of standing up on your very first wave.

About the school

A surf school with a local heart.

Michael Surf School is run by Michael, a certified surfing instructor from Siargao with extensive experience teaching surf lessons. Every lesson is personal: you learn directly with the person behind the school.

Whether it’s your first time on a board or you’re travelling through Siargao and want to build confidence in the water, Michael is there to help you enjoy every wave.

A smiling surfer rides a white longboard across clear, shallow water in Siargao
Illustrative photo · Siargao
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    Taught by a local

    Michael is from Siargao and shares the island he calls home with every student.

  • 02

    Certified & experienced

    A certified surfing instructor with extensive experience teaching surf lessons.

  • 03

    Everything included

    Your surfboard and instructor are included in every lesson. Just bring your sunscreen.

  • 04

    Beginners welcome

    Never surfed before? Lessons welcome first-timers and travellers from all over the world.

Surf lessons

One lesson. Everything you need.

Simple, clear pricing. Message Michael on WhatsApp to choose your day.

2-hour lesson

Surf lesson

₱1,500per person

  • 2-hour surf lesson
  • Surfboard included
  • Instructor included
Book on WhatsApp

How booking works

  1. 1

    Send a message

    Tap any WhatsApp button. Your message is already written for you.

  2. 2

    Choose your day

    Agree on a date and time that suits you directly with Michael.

  3. 3

    Paddle out

    Meet your instructor, grab your board and enjoy two hours of surfing.

Instructors

Meet Michael.

Michael’s photo will go here

Founder & main instructor

Michael

Age
26
Qualification
Certified
Home island
Siargao

Michael is the founder and main instructor of Michael Surf School. He is a certified surfing instructor from Siargao, with extensive experience teaching surf lessons.

When you book a lesson, you learn with a local who calls Siargao home and loves sharing its waves with visitors.

Say hi to Michael on WhatsApp

Also on the team

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Instructor name

Surf instructor

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The wooden surf boardwalk at Cloud 9, Siargao, under a golden sunset

The island

Why learn to surf in Siargao?

Siargao is often called the surfing capital of the Philippines. Beyond the waves, it’s an island of palm forests, island-hopping by bangka boat, natural rock pools and slow golden evenings.

Aerial view of Guyam Island’s white sand and turquoise shallows, with outrigger boats moored nearby
Island hoppingGuyam Island from above
Soft waves on the sandy shore of Magpupungko Beach, Pilar, framed by jungle
Beaches & rock poolsMagpupungko Beach, Pilar
A traveller on a scooter at the Coconut Trees View Deck, with palm groves and hills behind
Palm-lined roadsCoconut Trees View Deck

Videos

Michael in the water.

Clips of Michael surfing and teaching will be added here.

Coming soon

Michael’s surf video 1

Coming soon

Michael’s surf video 2

Contact & booking

Ready for your first wave?

The easiest way to book is WhatsApp. Send Michael a message with your preferred date and the number of people.

Chat with Michael on WhatsApp
Surf lesson
₱1,500 per person · 2 hours
Included
Surfboard & instructor
Location
Siargao Island, Philippines
₱1,500 · 2 hrs Book on WhatsApp