Weligama & Mirissa Surf Camp in Sri Lanka
Ama Surf Camp is a Weligama and Mirissa surf camp in Sri Lanka offering surf lessons, guided surf experiences, and a relaxed stay near the beautiful beaches of Weligama and Mirissa. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced surfer, our team is here to help you enjoy the waves and make unforgettable memories
Where great waves, expert coaching, and unforgettable experiences come together.
Since 2015,
Weligama & Mirissa Surf Camp in Sri Lanka, AMA Surf Camp, was built on years of surfing experience and a passion for sharing the ocean with travelers from around the world. Our journey began with our successful surf school in Weligama, and today we continue to help surfers of all levels build confidence, improve their skills, and enjoy the beauty of Sri Lanka’s south coast.
Ama Surf Camp teaches surfing as a skill built over time, not a one-off win, with coaches who’ve been at it since 2015 and small, capped groups split by skill level (beginners vs. intermediates) so everyone gets real, personalized attention, from pop-up mechanics and wave-catching basics to positioning and wave selection for those linking turns. Every session wraps with a debrief, sometimes using photos or video, to compare how a wave felt versus how it looked, all built on the philosophy that progress comes from repetition paired with specific coaching, not just time in the water.
Ama Surf Camp offers private, shared, and dorm rooms to suit different travelers, from those wanting their own space with real beds and ensuite bathrooms to those on a budget or looking for social energy in shared and dorm setups, but every room type still delivers comfortable beds, proper gear storage, good airflow, and clean bathrooms, because rest is treated as a core part of the program, not an afterthought, since real recovery out of the water is what drives real progress in it.
Ama Surf Camp runs optional yoga sessions daily, alternating between morning practices to open up hips, shoulders, and spine before paddling out and evening sessions to unwind and recover as the day ends, going beyond flexibility to prevent the shoulder and lower-back strain common among surfers; speed up recovery between sessions; and offer the same mental reset the water provides, treating yoga and surfing as one continuous rhythm rather than separate activities, with the camp’s team on hand in Weligama to help with yoga schedules, surf lessons, accommodation, and packages for anyone looking to balance active ocean days with calm moments on land.
Ama Surf Camp encourages guests to explore Mirissa beyond the morning surf sessions, either through guided trips led by locals to nearby waterfalls, villages, and hidden viewpoints or independently with recommendations for towns, local food stalls, and quieter spots worth visiting, built on the idea that a surf trip should include the surrounding coastline, culture, and landscape, not just time on the water.
Why Stay in Mirissa Instead of Weligama
Weligama and Mirissa sit just fifteen minutes apart on Sri Lanka’s south coast, and both show up on every surf trip shortlist. So why base yourself with us in Mirissa? Here’s the honest case.
Waves That Grow With You
Weligama’s fame is built on one thing: mellow, forgiving whitewash that’s perfect for a first-ever lesson. Great for day one, less exciting by day five. Mirissa’s bay holds a wider mix of breaks—enough to start soft and still find something with real shape once you’re ready to push past the basics, without changing towns to do it.
Michał Hawra
15 hours ago
Great instructors, very knowledgeable and proficient in proper technique. Good price. Luggage storage and showers available. Nothing more needed.
Γιώργος Φουντουλάκης
17 hours ago
I had an amazing experience at Ama Surf School! It was my first time learning how to surf, and I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor than Dilal.
He is an excellent teacher, very patient, friendly, and always encouraging. What I appreciated the most was how much he motivated me and believed in me, giving me the motivation to keep trying and achieve my goal. He makes you feel confident, comfortable, and excited to learn.
If you’re looking to learn how to surf, I highly recommend Ama Surf School and especially Dilal.
Thank you for an unforgettable experience!
Dilal, YOU ARE THE BEST! 🤙🏄♂️
Александр Садых
3 days ago
Super cool bro! Thanks for the lesson! I was so happy at that moment 🤙🏻
_ makrelus
3 days ago
Place to go. Great instructors, very calm, no cheeky stuff. I was with Lahiru for one week for my first time surfing and i progressed very quickly with his help. I‘m very thankful for this experience
Max F
4 days ago
First time surf in a group of 4. We each had a private instructor and it only took a few minutes till we stood on the board thanks to lahiru and Vidu 🤗
Louisa Graham
4 days ago
Great experience it was my first time surfing and it was amazing for beginners. All the instructors were lovely. Would recommend the beach is beautiful too
Md Faiz Ansari
4 days ago
Akhil was a very supportive instructor and helped us learn the initial steps towards surfing.
Nicole Hansen
5 days ago
10/10 experience. We went to days in a row and had the absolute most fun. Great instructors Especially Dilla and Kris, who we especially asked for on day 2. So patient, mega funny and with an amazing knowledge and ability to teach, in a way that makes you feel like you learned something and progressed through the 75 min.
Personally think the pricess were absolutely okay ~15 USD.
We had 3 instructors (of which the last I don’t remember the name) for 5 rookie surfers, and that was perfect! Highly recommend.
Lisse Verhoeven
5 days ago
Best surf school for beginners!
Daniel Candé
6 days ago
It was my first time surfing in years and I absolutely loved the class with Deny and Krish. They had great tips and tricks for anything and made it feel super safe. Would 100% do it again.
Matt Stitt
6 days ago
Amazing time at Ama Surf School! Krish and Demi were legends. People have tried and failed to teach me to surf and these guys made it feel easy. I will be returning
Andrea Olmos
6 days ago
Amazing experience! Three friends and I went, and we had two wonderful instructors, Rohan and Dila. They taught us really well; I'd never surfed before, but I was able to do it without any problems. 100% recommended.
Dinesh Yadav
1 week ago
Had a great experience at Ama Surf School in Weligama! Vidhu was an amazing instructor patient, encouraging, and really good at making the whole learning experience fun and comfortable. He guided me through everything and made sure I got the most out of each session. Highly recommend Ama Surf School, especially if you’re learning to surf. Will definitely be back!
Aine Boner
1 week ago
Ishan Nova
1 week ago
Honestly the best surfing lesson we ever had, shout out to Dila! Will come back !! Ish and Fiona
Alexis Nadin
1 week ago
We were able to surf with instructor Dila; his explanations were clear and he really loves his job—I highly recommend him! This activity was fantastic.
1.5 hours of surfing for about €20
Angela cali
1 week ago
Best lesson I've ever taken! The beach is beautiful and sandy, perfect for beginners! Dyla was an exceptional instructor, always smiling 🙂 Thank you so much! ✨✨✨
Henry Hunt
1 week ago
If you want to learn to surf Akilla is the man!!
Charlie Johnson
1 week ago
The best surf school in Sri Lanka! Akila is an incredible instructor! 100% recommend
Olivia Mcknight
2 weeks ago
Amazing surf teachers !!!
Joseph Eames
2 weeks ago
Zacky Podlesny
2 weeks ago
Great surf lesson with Dila! Very patient and learnt a lot
Xinxin
2 weeks ago
AMA has the best surf guides. I will definitely recommend my surf guide, Achi! I tried different surf guides during my stay, and Achi is the most responsible one. He will choose the waves suitable for you, and will tell you where to improve every time you finish a ride. He will also take good care of you to prevent you from getting laundered by the whitewash. I made a lot of progress with Achi!
Jasmine Lahsinat
2 weeks ago
giulia mantovani
3 weeks ago
Great! Really great!!!
Flaminia Scapigliati
3 weeks ago
EXELENT!!
Fathima Farzin Sithara
3 weeks ago
Had such an amazing surfing experience! 🌊🏄♀️ Special thanks to Dila for being so friendly, patient, and helpful throughout. He made us feel comfortable, guided us so well, and made the whole experience super fun, even as beginners. Definitely one of the highlights of our Sri Lanka trip. Highly recommend! 🤍
Dhwani
3 weeks ago
Sanyam Jain
3 weeks ago
Highly Recommend!!
Great lessons, instructors are very well trained
Ask for Kris he really advanced us to faster boards
Anku Vershwal
3 weeks ago
Had an amazing time, Kris did an awesome job in training us. Highly recommended
Julia Cinerelli
3 weeks ago
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Amazing experience at Ama Surf! 🌊
We took a surf lesson with Lahitu, who was fantastic from start to finish. He explains things very well, gives lots of advice, and really takes the time to guide us so we can improve.
We then came back several days later to rent boards, and the service was always excellent. The whole team is lovely, offers great advice, and is always available to help.
A surf school I 100% recommend for the quality of the instruction, the friendliness of the team, and the great atmosphere. Thank you to Lahitu and the whole team for these great moments! 🤙🏄♀️
abilasha ramanan
3 weeks ago
Loved the surf lessons with Akilan and Krish. Will definitely come back
Esse Barner
3 weeks ago
We had 2 surfing lessons at Ama surf School, the first lesson was so fun we scheduled another one right away. We had Dila & buddhi as our instructors, and they were amazing! Super funny guys with good energy and helpful instructions!!
Would very much recommend taking your surf lessons here!!
Else Kehlet
3 weeks ago
We had an amazing time at Ama Surf School. Dila & Buddhi were so good, and learned us to Surf in a short time. Highly recommend 🌟
Marie Østergaard Boisen
3 weeks ago
We had an amazing time! Dila and Buddih were good teachers
Maja Ehmsen
3 weeks ago
AMAZING! Dial and buddhi was so good that we came back two times
Marcus Wong
3 weeks ago
The instructors are magnificent and are very patient with our tour group. I never surfed in my life and they have been really helpful, encouraging and assisted me in riding the waves. 🌊 thanks guys (:
Kim Brain
3 weeks ago
Василий Литвиненко
4 weeks ago
Best surf experience in Weligama! 🏄♂️
I had my lessons at Ama Surf School with Nevishka and it was awesome. He's super patient, explains everything in a simple way and never lets you give up — even when you fall for the tenth time 😄 Thanks to him I stood up on the board way faster than I expected and actually started enjoying the waves instead of fighting them. Great vibes, good boards, perfect spot for beginners. If you're in Weligama and want to learn surfing — go to Ama and ask for Nevishka, you won't regret it. Thanks brother, see you next time! 🤙
Nest Blinds & Curtains
4 weeks ago
Such a fab lesson with AMA surf. The staff were amazing & helped me in the water progress and develop my skills. Super supportive!
Abbi Orrell
4 weeks ago
Great surf school, friendly helpful and good price
Jacob Johnson
4 weeks ago
Such a good experience really helpful and show you how to surf friendly people always encouraging and helping you to get better would really recommend
Everyone in the group stood up and caught some waves
Sorcha Nifhuarain
4 weeks ago
Lucia Villa
4 weeks ago
Incredible experience, a great beach for surfing, especially if you're a beginner.
Instructor Dyla was super friendly and patient.
Andrea
4 weeks ago
Excellent instructors, Dyla and Tusan were very patient and explained everything well. The waves are suitable for beginners; if you're starting out, it's a great spot.
Arancha Escalona
4 weeks ago
Denu & Samee were incredibly patient and kind instructors. They explained everything in great detail and managed to get us up with the waves and enjoy surfing, even though it was our first time! It was fantastic!
Liam Noah
4 weeks ago
Nivishka is best surfing teacher
Shanaya Anklesaria
1 month ago
BEST SURF SCHOOL EVERRR💓💓
rohan & dila are great instructors especially for beginners, they’re extremely supportive, knowledgeable and helpful, would definitely recommend this school!
Anahita Karanjia
1 month ago
As someone who can’t swim, I had the best experience with Dila and Rohan. They are patient and excellent instructors
Britta Distel
1 month ago
I had a beginner's lesson with Sammy today. Sammy did a really great job, was very patient, and I even had a few small successes 😂🏄♀️
Vidhi Baid
1 month ago
First time surfing. Thushan was a great coach .
Beautiful experience
Kari
1 month ago
Marija Milasinovic
1 month ago
We were three people and had two instructors. All were very friendly and gave us good tips. Highly recommend this school!
Lena Sicheneder
1 month ago
Very kind instructors!🫶🏼
Sophie L.
1 month ago
Chony Ducrou
1 month ago
The guides were amazing and very patient. Kept giving tips to help improve each time.
Taylah Hungerford
1 month ago
anupama m
1 month ago
Did surfing and was an amazing experience. Trainer Vidu was very patient and friendly and I could catch many waves.Perfect spot to surf for beginners. Thanks again !!
Amrinder Singh
1 month ago
My very first surfing experience and Ama Surf school made sure we had a good time. The staff and guides were really friendly and helpful. They made sure we had fun and learned something new exciting as well.
Deléna Jones
1 month ago
Had the best surfing lesson with Lahiru! Would recommend 🤙🏻
Millie brown
1 month ago
AMA surf school was amazing. Very helpful and if you fall off they correct so it helps with improvement. Vidu was a very good coach.
Sherry Cheng
2 months ago
My coach was so professional and patient! I’m a total beginner and had only taken one surfing lesson the day before, but my coach was incredibly helpful and took the time to help me practice my pop-up.
The other team members were also so nice and even helped me film some videos, which was such a lovely bonus!
Had an amazing time learning and really enjoyed the whole experience. Thank you so much!
anoushkka gosavi
2 months ago
The best surfing school in all over weligama and ahangama. Our instructor Akila was so good and patient with helping us. 90 mins of surfing and I’ve completely come to love the sport because of Akila. His way of teaching was so damnnn good didn’t feel like it’s my first time surfing moreover as a non swimmer. But suggest you to get your own swimwear.
Anja Lichtenberg
3 months ago
Becky Sudworth
3 months ago
So much fun and so well organised !!
Evapps
3 months ago
Amazing surf lesson and overall great experience
Varshika Bajaj
3 months ago
I had such a great experience learning surfing here! 🌊🏄♀️ The teachers were really good, patient, and encouraging throughout the sessions. I learnt from Asan. In just 3 days, I was able to start paddling and even balance on the board a little, which I honestly didn’t expect! They made learning feel fun and comfortable, even as a beginner. Highly recommend this place to anyone who wants to learn surfing! ❤️
Melissandre
3 months ago
Best surf school ever! We had 2 instructors for 2 adults and 2 kids - Achi and Demi. They were super fun and professional and very patient. We all learned a lot and had so much fun! We will be back for sure !!!
Adri Praid
4 months ago
Amazing experience at Ama Surf!
It was my first time surfing and I loved every minute of it. My instructor, Achi, was fantastic and helped me catch waves right away. I had so much fun and did way better than I expected. I would definitely come back and repeat! Highly recommended if you are in Weligama. 🏄♂️🌊🤙🏻
Sharl Vlogs
4 months ago
On our trip to Sri Lanka in April 2026 I wanted to try Surfing but didn’t have much time to join their 3-7 day training course. When I told AMA surfing about my time constraints they offered me a 75 min beginners session at a very reasonable rate and I really enjoyed surfing
. The instructors Ashi,Naveen and Achi guided me really well with warm ups and safety drills.After 30 minutes of training (warm ups + safety drills + standing up on the board) we went to the sea where the waves were beginner friendly! For nearly 45 minutes I was inside the sea with the instructor trying my luck at surfing! The instructor was also very friendly and motivated me to keep trying! With his guidance and support I could manage to stand and balance on the wave board for few minutes (and multiple times) which I can proudly say! For those who don’t know surfing this is the best way to try your luck in a short span of time! Totally recommend AMA school!
Ashen
6 months ago
I had my first surfing experience at Ama Surfing with Nevishka, and it was an amazing experience for me. Nevishka guided me very well throughout the lesson and made everything easy to understand, even as a beginner. Thanks to his patience, encouragement, and clear instructions, I was able to successfully enjoy my first surfing lesson with confidence. I highly recommend Ama Surfing and Nevishka to anyone who wants to learn surfing in Weligama!
Shehan David (Shane)
7 months ago
Went in for the first time for a lesson and it went quite well than I expected. 😬
The team is friendly, respectful and very supportive, and the plus side is that the whole team got a pretty chilled vibe which is something a little too rare to see. Big THANKS to Shen and Ashen for the lessons.
Keep rocking 🤘🏻 guys and see you all soon for more 🏄♂️ lessons.