easy
1.5–2 hours
Basic swimming ability and moderate fitness are recommended; no prior surf skills needed.
Catch your first wave on Victoria’s wild south coast with expert beginner surf lessons at Go Surf School. Perfect for all ages, experience personalized coaching and premium gear in Warrnambool’s ideal surf conditions.
All ages and abilities (5+yrs)
Experience the thrill of riding the waves with beginner surfing lessons at GO Surf School! Enjoy expert coaching tailored for all ages and skill levels, ensuring safety and fun. With top-notch equipment provided, you'll learn essential techniques and hit the surf in no time, making unforgettable memories along the way.
A$40 per person
GO Surf School will teach you the skills of surfing and how to handle yourself and your surfboard in the ocean, while having a stack of fun along the way. Beginner and Intermediate surfers will also learn how to assess surf conditions and identify potential risks. We provide coaching to all ages and levels of surfing ability. Our instructors are there to help you learn to surf and provide advice on all questions related to surfing. We hope that you’ll love surfing as much as we do. We'll get you up and riding in no time!
Roll up at the beach at your start time with your swimwear on. Your coach will introduce themselves and gets you sorted with a wetsuit and board. You will start with some beach-based technique and surf safety info. We are big on getting it right on the beach and getting you ready to hit the waves. You then hit the surf in waist deep water and waves suitable for your ability. Surf coaches will help get you up and riding by pushing you into a few waves, giving feedback on your technique, keeping an eye on your safety, encouraging you and maximising your fun. Surfers will leave the water approximately 15mins prior to the end of the lesson. A feedback session with goals for your next surf lesson is done before getting changed.
All equipment is provided including surfboards suited to your abilities. Our equipment is the best available on the market and produced specifically for surf schools. We use soft, stable boards that are easy to balance, paddle, stand and surf on for intermediate and beginner surfers. Quality Rip Curl and Quiksilver wetsuits keep you warm and coloured GO Surf School rash vests easily identify you in the water.
Surfers need to wear a swimsuit or boardies and bring a towel and lots of sunscreen. Don’t forget a camera to document the fun you will have.
Wear your swimsuit or boardies under your clothes to maximize water time and ease transitions between land and sea.
Even on cloudy days, UV can be intense near the ocean; water-resistant sunscreen is a must-have to protect your skin during lessons.
Understanding local surf conditions and safety protocols ensures a fun and injury-free experience in the water.
Wiping off and changing promptly after your lesson lets you stay comfortable and warm once you’re off the board.
Warrnambool’s coastal area has a rich maritime history with shipwreck tales dating back to early European settlements.
Local surf schools emphasize minimal impact on marine ecosystems and support ongoing clean-up and conservation efforts along the coastline.
Comfortable swimwear suitable for paddling and water activity.
Protects skin from intense UV exposure during open water sessions.
summer specific
Essential for drying off and staying warm post-lesson.
Adds an extra layer against sunburn and board chafing.
spring|summer|fall specific