Join Arifiyaalho Surf School and discover the joy of surfing in Fuvahmulah, Maldives. Experience the small wave paradise and expert instruction.
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Ocean Temp
27-30°C (80-86°F)
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Air Temp
25-32°C (77-90°F)
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Humidity
75-90%
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Daylight
12 Hours Average
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Peak Season
May-October
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Monsoon
November-April
Our Instructors 🏄
At Fuvahmulah Surf School by Arifiyaalho, our instructors are experienced, certified, and passionate surfers who are dedicated to helping you achieve your surfing goals. With years of expertise in the water and ISA (International Surfing Association) certification, they provide personalized coaching tailored to your skill level. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine advanced techniques, our instructors combine professionalism with a love for teaching to create a safe, fun, and rewarding surfing experience. Join us and let our expert team guide you to ride the waves of Fuvahmulah like a pro!
Shirrey
Head Instructor
Shirrey is an ISA certified instructor with over 15 years of surfing experience, teaching surfing to students of all ages and skill levels.
Sambe
Senior Instructor / Guide
Sambe is an SSI certified teacher with over 10 years of surfing experience, teaching to surfers of all ages and skill levels.
🌊 Package Options
May 2026 – November 2026
All packages include return domestic flights (MLE–FVM–MLE), bed & breakfast, and airport transfers.
Dive packages exclude equipment rental, insurance & certification courses.
🌊 Surf School
We Teach You How to Teach Yourself
At Fuvahmulah Surf School, we take an analytical approach to surfing, breaking it down into simple, actionable steps for all ages and abilities. Say goodbye to vague advice and surf jargon—our coaches focus on clear, concise communication to help you master specific skills and build confidence. Using video analysis, we bridge the gap between what you think you're doing and what's happening on the wave. This powerful tool is a cornerstone of our coaching, ensuring faster progress and sharper techniques for surfers at every level. Experience a smarter way to learn surfing with us!
Theory Lessons & Video Analysis
At Fuvahmulah Surf School by Arifiyaalho, our coaching goes beyond the water. Daily theory lessons cover essential topics like surf forecasting, board design, and etiquette, supported by practical sessions in flat water to perfect paddling, duck diving, and board control. Video analysis is a core part of our program. By reviewing your surf footage, we highlight areas for improvement, helping you progress faster and with greater confidence.
🌊 What Our Surfers Say
We tried beginner's class at the surfing school on our last stay in fuvahmulah. It was great experience, a lot of laughter and in the end both of us succeeded to stand up in our way (laugh)...
Kahufey and his team gave us an excellent intro to surfing and now we are hooked! It was a great mix of theory and the basic techniques and then immediately into the water for practice. While in the water, they were with us for each wave, giving us tips and helping us improve quickly. Never thought it would happen but we managed to stand up on the board on our first lesson.