Always wanted to learn to surf but you’re too intimidated to try? Here are some surfing spots that are friendlier to beginners.

In Hawaii, the Launiupoko State Wayside Park has gentle waves broken up by coral reefs, making it easy for first-timers to handle.

At Narragansett Town Beach in Rhode Island, the water is shielded from the wind and is filled with beginners learning how to hang ten.

You learn how to surf from a man named Peter Pan, a surfing Hall of Famer who offers lessons starting at $45.

In Kuta Beach, Bali, a company called Learn to Surf offers lessons starting at $39.

Local guides take you to spots that are appropriate for your level, and the price includes full insurance coverage.

If you’re terrified of the open water, try the FlowRider, a simulated surf experience that you can find at the Republic Aquatic Center in southwestern Missouri and the Kalahari Waterpark in Wisconsin Dells.

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