The first step on the warm sand of Kuta Beach already made my heart race. Right before my eyes, the rolling blue waves seemed to call out, as if challenging me to try something new. With a surfboard in hand and a hint of nervousness, I knew this was a moment I would remember forever.

The instructor gave a calming smile, teaching me how to paddle and then how to stand on the board. When the first wave came, I tried to rise. My knees trembled, my balance wavered… and then splash! I fell into the water. A small laugh escaped—not because I failed, but because I truly enjoyed it.

After a few more tries, I finally managed to stand. The sea breeze brushed against my face, the board glided along with the wave, and in that very moment, all fear disappeared—replaced by an incredible sense of freedom. It felt like celebrating a small victory, a victory over myself.

This first wave adventure at Kuta Beach is not just about surfing. It is about the courage to try, the laughter in falling, and the joy of celebrating every small step toward a new experience.