2-Hour Group Surfing Lesson in Torquay: Learn to Surf

Catch Your First Wave on the Surf Coast

A 2-hour small group surfing lesson in Torquay on the Great Ocean Road, where qualified instructors teach you the fundamentals and have you catching waves with all equipment provided. The session includes access to changing rooms, lockers and hot showers. Your coaches search the best beach locations using their extensive permits across the Surf Coast.

The experience

What makes this lesson work is the combination of experienced instructors and the freedom to chase the best conditions. Your coaches have permits across multiple beaches on the Great Ocean Road, so they pick the location that suits the day's swell and your group's level. You'll start with the fundamentals (how to handle yourself and your board in the ocean), and progress to catching waves. No previous experience is required, and the small group format means the instructors can watch each person and adjust their teaching.

The session runs two hours and includes all the gear you need: surfboard, wetsuit if required, and expert coaching throughout. After you're done in the water, you have access to changing rooms, lockers and hot showers to rinse off. This works equally well for a birthday group, a team day, friends wanting to learn together, or anyone trying surfing for the first time. The thrill of catching your first wave is something most people remember, especially when they're sharing it with others.

What’s included

• All surfing equipment including board and wetsuit.
• professional coaching from experienced instructors.
• access to changing rooms, lockers and hot showers.

Before you book

Days and timesSaturdayDeparts at 11:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (8 and older) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 16

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Torquay Surfing Academy

Is this one for you?The lesson is physically active (you'll be paddling, balancing and moving in the ocean for two hours), so a moderate level of fitness helps you get the most from the water time. Small group coaching means the pace keeps moving and the instructors can give each person attention.

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Top questions

Do I need to know how to surf already to join the lesson?

No previous experience is required. The instructors teach the fundamentals from the start, so complete beginners learn alongside anyone else in the group.

What's included in the 2-hour lesson?

All equipment is provided, including your surfboard and wetsuit if needed; professional coaching from qualified instructors; and access to changing rooms, lockers and hot showers after the session.

How do the coaches choose which beach we use?

Your instructors have permits across multiple beaches on the Great Ocean Road, so they scout the conditions and pick the location with the best surf for your group on the day.

Is this suitable for a group celebration like a birthday or team outing?

Yes, the lesson is designed for groups: birthdays, hens and bucks parties, team days and friends learning together all work well. Everyone gets coaching and the experience of catching waves in the water.