easy
2 hours per session over 4 weeks
Ideal for beginners with a basic level of fitness; should be comfortable swimming and engaging in light cardio.
Discover how Tasmania’s Female Beginners Surf Program at Clifton Beach offers women a supportive space to master surfing basics, build ocean confidence, and connect with a vibrant community—all while enjoying some of Australia’s most accessible surf.
$189 | 4 x 2hr weekly surf sessions
Experience empowerment and camaraderie in our all-female 4-week beginner surf program. Led by skilled female surfers, this unique course focuses on building confidence, mastering the waves, and fostering connections with like-minded women, making it a memorable journey into the world of surfing and ocean appreciation.
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Coastrider Join a Group Surf Lessons / surf Packages are aimed at Adults and Teens and are the best way for you to progress your surf skills and gain the confidence and knowledge to become a self sufficient surfer. Just pick a Surf Lesson/Surf Package for you and join in with a group of other people at a similar level, the more lessons you surf with us the more surfing prowess, and knowledge you will have to get past that initial frustrating beginner stage. Coastrider coaches are focused on making sure you achieve surfing success and have a safe and great time doing so.
Single Surf Lesson Join in a group surf lesson and enjoy a taste of the surfing lifestyle. You will learn all the key base skills for paddling correctly and getting to your feet and riding with a good technique. You will also get a thorough rundown of surf safety ocean awareness and surfing rules.
3 Lesson Surf Package Progress your surfing with a focus on catching more waves, getting to your feet efficiently and surfing with the correct stance, and riding waves consistently. You will now be more confident in the surf and improving well.
5 Lesson Progression Package This package helps with wave selection and timing your takeoff and aims to have you riding unbroken/ green waves and starting to turn the board both ways. After 5 lessons your surf skills and knowledge is great and you start feeling the flow.
7 Lesson Progression Package After 7 lessons with our coaches assistance, you will now be ready to embark on your own surfing lifestyle. The aim is to have you riding unbroken/green waves fairly consistently and trimming along the face of the wave on your forehand and backhand. You will not only feel super Stoked but look a pretty decent beginner surfer also.
If Purchasing a package, choose your start date, and then book your future lesson timeslots using the codes you will be issued with after payment. This can be done straight away, or anytime that suits you.
You don’t really need to bring much to your surf lesson, but try to remember the following items:
We will provide you with the following when you arrive for your lesson:
Always confirm the daily surf spot location between Clifton Beach or Park Beach, depending on wave conditions, for optimal learning.
Arriving at least 15 minutes before your session allows time to gear up and stretch before heading out on the water.
Tasmania's waters are cool year-round, so a wetsuit enhances comfort and safety during sessions.
Protect your skin and maintain energy by drinking water and applying reef-safe sunscreen before going out to surf.
Tasmania’s coastline has long been a place for both indigenous cultural connection and modern surf exploration, with Clifton Beach gaining popularity during the 20th century as a beginner-friendly spot.
The program encourages the use of reef-safe sunscreens and promotes respect for coastal ecosystems to minimize human impact.
Provides warmth and protection in Tasmania’s cool coastal waters throughout the year.
A foam or soft-top board helps beginners safely learn and catch waves.
Protects skin while being environmentally responsible in the marine ecosystem.
summer specific
Staying hydrated during physical activity on the beach is essential for comfort and energy.
all specific