JomSurf was officially established in 2022, built from years of surf coaching experience and passion for growing the surfing community in Malaysia. Before launching JomSurf, the team had already been actively running surf lessons in Bali and providing private surf coaching sessions in Desaru.
Today, JomSurf continues to focus on surf progression, ocean safety, and creating a welcoming environment for surfers of all levels from complete beginners to intermediate surfers looking to improve their skills and confidence in the water.
JomSurf is also involved in organizing and supporting ISA (International Surfing Association) Surf Instructor Courses, helping to raise surf coaching and safety standards within the local surfing community.
The Story Behind JomSurf
JomSurf was founded by Haikal Jasni, one of the pioneer surfers from Desaru, Malaysia.When Haikal was a child, a surfer from Singapore once gave him a surfboard a simple moment that completely changed his life. Inspired by the ocean and driven by passion, he taught himself how to surf and eventually became one of Malaysia’s top surfers. Through JomSurf, Haikal hopes to inspire more people to discover surfing, experience the ocean safely, and build a strong surfing community for the next generation.
98% of first-time surfers are able to stand during their first session and continue their surfing journey with us.
All of our coaches are experienced and dedicated to providing high-quality lessons.
Surfing improves balance, endurance, strength, flexibility, and coordination while keeping the experience fun and engaging..
Being in the ocean helps many people disconnect from daily stress, clear their minds, and feel more present. The combination of movement, water, and nature creates a natural mental refresh.
Surfing brings people together from different backgrounds through a shared passion for the ocean, travel, and adventure.
Surfing teaches patience, discipline, resilience, and confidence. Learning how to handle waves and ocean conditions often helps people grow mentally both in and out of the water.
At JomSurf, we believe surfing is more than just standing on a board it’s about learning the ocean safely, building confidence, and creating a lifelong connection with surfing.
Structured Surf Progression
Small Coaching Ratio (2–3 students per instructor)
Safety First Approach
Photo Review & Technique Correction
Friendly Community & Positive Environment
Everything you need to know before joining a Jomsurf class.
The Desaru surf season runs from November to March, depending on ocean and weather conditions.
The most consistent surf conditions are usually during:
Yes. Surfing depends entirely on ocean and weather conditions, which can change daily.
For safety reasons, lesson times may occasionally be adjusted, postponed, or rescheduled if conditions are unsuitable.
If conditions are unsafe due to strong winds, storms, or rough ocean conditions, lessons may need to be cancelled or rescheduled.
Safety will always come first.
Yes, surfing can still continue during light rain.
However, sessions will stop if weather or ocean conditions become unsafe.
Before every session, our team carefully checks:
Lessons are adjusted according to each student’s skill level and the daily surf conditions to ensure a safe experience for everyone.
Yes, surfboard rentals are available for experienced surfers only.
For safety reasons, it’s important that you are confident and capable of managing yourself in the ocean and handling surf conditions independently before renting a board. Our team may assess your surfing experience and ability before proceeding with the rental to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Yes. Our coaches are able to communicate in:
At the beach, we provide a basic rinse area for quick clean-ups after surfing.
For full shower facilities, guests may visit our JomSurf Shop Cafe, where we provide:
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