Lessons and programmes
A clear lesson for the surfer you are today.
Choose by experience, confidence and goal. Coaches then adjust the beach, board and session focus to the conditions.
Beginner pathway
From first foam wave to first green wave
First Wave
Beach safety, board handling, prone balance, pop-up practice and supported white-water rides.
- 90 minutes
- Maximum four surfers per coach
- Board and wetsuit included
Build the Basics
Improve paddling, direction, stance and wave timing across a four-session block.
- Four condition-led sessions
- Simple progress notes
- Suitable equipment included
Green Wave Start
Learn line-up positioning, controlled take-offs and early trim on suitable unbroken waves.
- Swimming confidence required
- Small group only
- Coach assessment before entry
Improver coaching
Catch fewer random waves and more useful waves
Improver sessions connect ocean reading with paddling, take-off angle, trim and early turning.
- Peak and channel identification
- Efficient paddle approach
- Angle of entry and first line choice
- Front-foot speed and back-foot control
- Simple post-session review
Specialist formats
More support when the goal is specific
Private Lesson
Individual feedback for confidence, technique, a plateau or return after time away.
Video Coaching
Selected wave clips, short review and drills for the next three independent surfs.
Youth Academy
Age-appropriate ocean awareness, board skills and progressive water confidence.
Performance
Manoeuvre detail, heat tactics, condition strategy and training priorities.
Compare programmes
Find the right entry point
| Programme | Experience | Format | Main outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Wave | None | One lesson | Safe and supported first surf |
| Build the Basics | Beginner | Four sessions | Repeatable white-water skills |
| Green Wave Start | Beginner plus | Three sessions | First controlled unbroken waves |
| Video Coaching | Improver plus | Session plus review | One clear technical priority |
| Performance | Intermediate plus | Training block | Manoeuvre and competition development |
Surf fitness support
Prepare the body without replacing water time
- Shoulder and upper-back capacity
- Pop-up speed and repeatability
- Hip mobility and stable stance
- Breathing and calm recovery
- Simple warm-up for cold sessions
Session progression
Every lesson ends with the next practical step
The coach explains what to repeat independently, what conditions suit the skill and when a higher-level session becomes appropriate.
Lesson questions
Before you book
Do I need to be a strong swimmer?
Swimming confidence is important. Tell the school honestly so the coach can recommend a suitable session or ask for more information.
Is equipment included?
Beginner lessons normally include a suitable board and wetsuit. Check the booking details for private and advanced sessions.
What happens if conditions are unsuitable?
The lesson may move beach, change focus, reschedule or convert to land-based coaching depending on the safety policy.
Can children and adults join the same group?
Family formats are available, but youth and adult groups may be separated when age, confidence or conditions require it.
Not sure which level fits?
Request a simple recommendation
Share your experience, swimming confidence and goal. The team will suggest one suitable starting option.