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Surfing Lessons Coolangatta
Surf Lessons Coolangatta
Catch your first wave with Go Ride A Wave’s Coolangatta surf lessons.
Coolangatta Surf Lessons For Every Level
Embark on an exhilarating adventure and discover the joy of riding the waves with our daily surf lessons in Coolangatta, Australia. Join us for an unforgettable session, where you’ll learn the fundamentals of surfing under the guidance of our experienced instructors.
Our surf school provides a fantastic experience that seamlessly blends expert instruction with thrilling fun. We’ll equip you with long-sleeve rashies (wetsuits during winter) and soft beginner surfboards to ensure your comfort and safety throughout the lesson.
To maximise safety, our surf lessons take place in waist-deep water close to the shore. This allows you to focus on mastering the basics and building your confidence, while more experienced surfers venture out further offshore to catch longer waves.
Join us for an unforgettable experience that combines expert instruction, top-notch equipment, and the thrill of catching your first wave.
Introductory Group Lesson
The Surf Experience
$69.00
Dive into the waves with a 2-hour, invigorating introduction to the art of surfing, perfect for first-timers eager to ride a wave.
Package Inclusions
- 1x 2 Hour Introductory Lesson
- Surf Safety Introduction
- All Equipment Included
- Fun For All Ages
Why Choose The Surf Experience?
The Surf Experience at Coolangatta offers an enjoyable and effective way to learn surfing. Our main aim is to have you standing on a surfboard during your very first lesson. After experiencing this initial success, you’ll likely be eager to join our Surf Course for more!
Introductory Group Course
The Surf Course
$195.00
Embark on a comprehensive course taking you through the beginner stages of surfing, enriched with theory and hands-on sessions designed to help you feel comfortable in the waves.
Package Inclusions
- 3x 2 Hour Surf Lessons
- Surf Safety Competency
- 12 x Online Surf Theory Learning Modules
- Fun For All Ages
- All Equipment Included
Why Choose The Surf Course?
The Surf Course is perfect for those who want to learn to surf from scratch. This value-packed course provides all the information and confidence you need to go from a complete beginner to an intermediate level. After completing the course, you’ll be able to continue surfing on your own or with friends with confidence.
Beginner & Intermediate 1:1 Lessons
Private Surf Lessons
$220.00
Master the waves with private surf lessons from our experienced instructors!
Package Inclusions
- Private Surf Lessons: 1.5 Hour
- + $50 for each extra person
- Improve your skills
- All Equipment Included
Why Choose Private Surf Lessons?
Private surf lessons are a great way to quickly and safely improve your surfing skills. Our experienced instructors provide one-on-one coaching, tailored to your level, helping you progress faster.
These lessons are ideal for surfers who already know the basics and want to get better quicker, or for those looking for individual attention. While beginners can also pick up the basics in our group lessons, private lessons offer the benefit of learning at your own pace and focusing on the areas you need most help with.
Surf Program For Children Aged 6-12
SurfGroms
$240.00
Choose from either the Weekly Program or Intensive Program!
Package Inclusions
- 4x 1.5 Hour Lessons
- Soft Beginner Surfboard
- Rashie
- Surf Safety Introduction
- SurfGroms Starter Pack
Why Choose SurfGroms?
Woolworths SurfGroms offers a fun and engaging way for kids aged 6-12 to learn surfing. Through group games in a friendly and encouraging setting, children learn essential surfing skills, along with crucial ocean knowledge. They also learn about beach safety, including surf survival, rescue techniques, basic first aid, and understanding different beach and surf conditions.
Kids Only Surf Lessons Ages 5 to 14
School Holiday Sessions
$65.00
Book one day of fun, or book ongoing sessions to develop your child’s surf skills and deepen their ocean awareness.
Lesson Inclusions
- 1.5 hr surf lesson
- Surf safety information
- All Equipment Included*
- Surf instruction to suit your skill level
*Including soft beginner board, leg-rope, wetsuit or rash shirt (pending time of year)
Why Choose School Holiday Sessions
Go Ride A Wave’s Kids Only Surf Lessons is the best way to get your kids out and active these school holidays. These 90-minute sessions are designed to introduce young beginner surfers aged 5 to 14 to the ocean in a fun, safe and inclusive way. Each session is designed to get your child up and riding without prior surf experience.
Hear from Our Surf Community
What Our Riders Say
Discover your spirit of adventure with Go Ride AI have never surfed before and this was the best experience I could have imagined for my first time! Hannah was a fantastic instructor and so incredibly patient with helping me the entire lesson…
★★★★★ 5/5
Monica Cortes
Was the BEST Experience, both my 9 & 10 yr old boys begged me to come again 😂 they were quite good surprisingly. They managed to get up 6-7 times in a row there’s towards the end. It was cute, watching them Hi-Five each other…
★★★★★ 5/5
Natasha Brooking
I recently took a surfing class with Damian and had an amazing experience! Damian was a great instructor who made the class both informative and fun. He was incredibly personable and made sure to pay attention to every student’s needs…
★★★★★ 5/5
James Hach
I had a great experience! The lesson was exactly what I needed to further my surfing abilities. The have multiple options for the beaches so they take you to the beach with the surf best suited for your needs. Cole was very engaging and it was more like surfing with a friend…
★★★★★ 5/5
Stryder Morrison
I had the best surf lesson I’ve ever had with Laura! She was such an amazing instructor and gave very clear instructions. She was also such a kind person and I loved it so much. Thankyou Laura for such a fun day and lesson I had a ball ☺️
★★★★★ 5/5
Susan George
Just had a lesson with Arthur this morning. I didn’t think I’d be able to get upright onto the board as I had failed miserably in a previous first lesson, but we did it…many times! Arthur was patient, kind and was very good with giving out tailored advice to both my partner…
★★★★★ 5/5
Monica Cortes
Book Your Surfing Lesson In Coolangatta Today
Ready to dive into the exhilarating world of surfing? Go Ride A Wave‘s surf school in Coolangatta is the perfect place to start. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to polish your skills, our expert instructors are here to guide you through each step. Each surf lesson is designed not just to teach you new skills, but to ensure you have a fantastic experience.
Come join us in Coolangatta and transform your surfing dreams into reality!