San Juan, La Union is the favorite go-to beach of today’s generation. It’s the perfect weekend getaway place, whether you need much alone time or a day off with friends. Of course, the best thing about this place is the surfing! While the San Juan beach is not really for swimming, riding the waves here is a rewarding experience.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced surfer, here are some surfing schools to brush up on your tricks. Tip: they also offer accommodations, too!
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Kahuna, La Union
Address: Kahuna Hotel, Cafe and Restaurant, National Highway, Brgy. Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union
Cell # +63.917.830.0363, +63.998.855.2837
Tel # +63.72.607.1036, +63.72.607.1040-41
E-mail: info@kahunaresort.com
Website: www.kahunaresort.com
Learn riding the La Union waves in Kahuna Beach Resort and Spa’s surfing school: La Union Surf School. Sitting along MacArthur Highway, it’s the premier surf school in the country, certified by ASI (Academy of Surfing Instructors in Australia).
Check out their rates:
| Services | Duration | Price |
| Surfing 101 | 1.5 hours | P949 |
| 1 Day Surf Lesson | 3 hours | P1,599 |
| 2 Day Weekend Warrior | 2×3 hours | P2,990 |
| 3 Day Waver Rider (One to One Coaching) | 3×3 hours | P4,289 |
| 5 Day Soul Surfer – Intermediate surf coaching and guiding (One to One Coaching) | P6,299 | |
| Kids Club (4-12 years old) | 1.5 hours | P849 |
You can book your surfing lessons online.
Aside from the school, Kahuna offers accommodation for La Union travelers. They have 40 Balinese-inspired rooms with a standard garden, a deluxe pool, an ocean-view suite, a premium suite, a family suite, and a rest house.
Sebay Surf School
Address: Sebay Surf Central National Highway, Brgy. Urbiztondo San Juan, La Union
Tel No. 072 682 8482
Globe: +63917-6401118
Smart: +63998-9785843
Email: reservations@sebaysurfcentral.com
Sebay is a familiar name to the La Union crowd. Easily found both from the highway and the beach, this surfing school is perfect for beginners.
Here’s a list of their services:
| Services | Duration | Price |
| Surfing Lessons | 1 hour | P400 (P200 board rental + P200 instructor’s fee) |
| Surfboard/Longboard Rentals | 1 hour | P200 |
| Surfboard/Longboard Rentals | Half-day | P500 |
| Surfboard/Longboard Rentals | Whole day | P800 |
| Kayak (two-seater) | 1 hour | P400 |
| Kayak (one-seater) | 1 hour | P300 |
| Frisbee | 1 hour | P100 |
| Volleyball | 1 hour | P100 |
| Boogieboard | 1 hour | P100 |
| Skimboard | 1 hour | P100 |
Sebay offers a variety of services apart from the surf school. They also have a resto-bar, Gameroom, room massage, function room, tour packages, and even diving lessons.
San Juan Surf Resort
Another famous surf school on the list, San Juan Surf Resort was founded by a famous local surfer, Luke Landrigan. They offer internationally acclaimed surfing lessons. They also host outreach programs such as Special Education – La Union (SPED) where they teach special children to ride the ocean.
Below are their rates:
| Services | Duration | Price |
| Surfing Lesson with instructor | 1 hour | P400 |
| Surf Guide | 1 hour | P500 |
| Surfboard Rental | 1 hour | P200 |
| Stand-Up Paddle Board | 1 hour | P400 |
| Kayak (2-3 pax) | 1 hour | P400 |
| Body Board | 1 hour | P200 |
| Skim Board | 1 hour | P100 |
How to get there
Via Commute
From Manila, ride a GV Florida, Dominion, or Partas bus bound for Vigan or Laoag City. Book via PHbus.com
Drop off at San Juan town along McArthur Highway.
Via Car
From Manila, take the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) then connect through the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) after the Dau exit. Connect to Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX) and exit at Pozzorubio, Pangasinan. Follow the National Highway (MacArthur Highway) through Pangasinan and then La Union. Drop off at San Juan town.
Where to stay
Book your hotel in advance via Agoda.
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*Last updated: April 25, 2024