What to Send in Your First Message (Copy-Paste Template)
A clear first WhatsApp makes everything faster: we can read the tide/wind for your date, size the soft-top boards, choose private / semi-private / small group, and confirm the Senggigi Beach (Batu Layar) meeting pin. Share the basics below and we’ll reply with the friendliest window (often morning or mid-tide) plus simple next steps.
Copy–paste this template and fill the blanks:
Hi Born to Surf Academy 👋
Dates in Lombok: [DD–DD Mon]
Preferred time range: [early morning / flexible ±60 min]
Surfers + level: [e.g., 2 beginners / 1 improver + 1 beginner]
Kids (if any): [ages], swim comfort: [ok / nervous]
Preferred format: [private / semi-private / small group]
Photo/Video add-on: [yes / no]
Where we stay: [property name] + [Google Maps pin]
Transport: [we’ll walk/ride / need advice]
Languages: [English / Indonesian / …]
Notes (health, injuries, allergies): [—]
Heights (approx): [xx cm, xx cm] • Weights (optional): [—]
WhatsApp name: [your name]
Payment: [cash / bank transfer]
Timing Basics: Tides, Wind, and the Best Time to Surf
For first-timers, timing beats any fancy gear. In Senggigi, the best time to surf Lombok is usually early morning when overnight cooling keeps wind light and the bay turns “glassy.” Pair that with a mid-tide on a gentle rise and you’ll get tidy white-water that reforms predictably—perfect for smooth pop-ups and multiple clean attempts. We typically avoid very low tide (can expose shallows) and keep an eye on full high tide if it creates mushy shore-break that trips beginners. One handy rule: if your coach suggests shifting 30–60 minutes earlier or later, say yes—that tiny nudge often turns “okay” into “ideal.”
Wind sets the mood of the surface. Offshore or side-off breezes (common in the morning) groom the wave face and make take-offs feel slower and kinder. Onshore wind adds texture and wobble; it’s not a deal-breaker, but it asks more of your balance and foot placement. When a sea breeze is forecast around midday, we protect the early window; if dawn looks breezy, we may slide to a later lull or tuck into a slightly more sheltered corner of the bay.
Tides also shift ~40–60 minutes later each day, which is why yesterday’s perfect 7:20 a.m. lesson might be tomorrow’s 8:10 a.m. sweet spot. Don’t chase a fixed clock—chase the friendliest window. Your WhatsApp confirmation will read like: “Let’s meet 07:10; rising mid-tide, light offshore,” or “Push to 08:40 to avoid low-tide shallows.” That’s your cue that we’re matching tide + wind to your level, not just filling a schedule.
If you like numbers, think modest swell height with a steady period—enough push to glide without rushing the pop-up. But you don’t need to decode charts; send your dates and a flexible time range, and we’ll place you where progress comes easier. Ready to lock a window? Compare formats on Lessons or tap Contact to book via WhatsApp and get a tide-timed start.
Confirmation Flow: Map Pin, What to Bring, Day-Of Checklist
Once we’ve matched your tide/wind window on WhatsApp, you’ll receive the Senggigi Beach (Batu Layar) map pin plus your start time. Save the chat, star the message, and share the pin with anyone joining. If the forecast shifts, we’ll nudge the start ±30–60 minutes and send a quick update—same thread, same pin. Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes early so we can size your board, warm up on the sand, and brief ocean safety without rushing.
Bring the simple essentials: reef-safe sunscreen already applied (20–30 minutes before), water (about 1L), a small towel, and a dry T-shirt/cover-up for after the session. Wear swimwear that stays put; we provide rashguards when available. Leave valuables at your stay; bring a little cash if you’d like photo/video or snacks afterward. If you’re walking from nearby accommodation, flip-flops are fine; if you’re driving, allow a couple of minutes to park and stroll to the exact pin on the sand.
On the day, here’s the smooth rhythm in plain English: meet your coach, get a board and leash sized to you, do a short warm-up, listen to a clear beach briefing, then spend ~90 minutes in the friendliest teaching lane catching multiple rides with close, in-water coaching. We keep cues simple—eyes forward, chest up, soft knees—so progress feels calm and repeatable. If wind or tide surprises us, we’ll adjust the launch point a few meters along the bay or slide the time slightly to keep conditions on your side.
That’s all you need for a confident first session. Ready to lock your spot? Compare formats on Lessons or tap Contact to book via WhatsApp and get your pin, time, and checklist in one message.
Policies & Payments: Reschedule-First, Media, and Safety Notes
For surf lesson policy in Lombok, we keep things simple and traveler-friendly. If wind or tide shifts, we operate a reschedule-first approach—your start may move ±30–60 minutes so you meet the friendliest window rather than forcing a tough hour. If you need to change plans, message on WhatsApp as early as possible; 24 hours’ notice helps us reopen the slot. Late arrivals may shorten water time to protect the next booking; no-shows can be charged.
Payments are straightforward: cash or bank transfer after confirmation on WhatsApp. You’ll receive the Senggigi Beach (Batu Layar) meeting pin in the chat—this is a meeting-point only setup (no walk-in shop), so keep the thread starred for easy access. Bring only what you need to the beach and leave valuables at your stay.
About photo/video surf in Lombok: media may be bundled with certain packages or offered as an add-on; delivery is usually same-day highlights via WhatsApp and a folder link afterward. For kids, filming happens only with parent/guardian consent. Prefer no-socials? Tell us in the chat and we’ll mark it.
Safety notes you’ll hear in the briefing: soft-top boards with leashes for everyone, clear entry/exit corridors, generous spacing, and “how to fall” basics (protect your head, never dive). Apply reef-safe sunscreen 20–30 minutes before arrival and bring ~1L water. Lesson fees don’t include travel/medical insurance; we recommend carrying your own cover and sharing any health notes (asthma, recent injuries, sensitivities) in advance so we can tailor the pace.
Once these boxes are ticked, booking is as easy as a message: compare formats on Lessons or tap Contact to book via WhatsApp—we’ll confirm your time, pin, and any add-ons in one tidy thread.