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Help your child sharpen surfing skills with Coolum Surfing School's 3-day Intermediate Kids Holiday Program on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. Expert coaches guide young surfers aged 7-14 through wave riding fundamentals in a safe, fun setting.
Help your child sharpen surfing skills with Coolum Surfing School's 3-day Intermediate Kids Holiday Program on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. Expert coaches guide young surfers aged 7-14 through wave riding fundamentals in a safe, fun setting.
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Operated by Coolum Surfing School · Coolum Beach, Queensland
Coolum Beach, located on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, offers some of Australia’s most accessible and consistent surf breaks ideal for building surfing skills. At the heart of this coastal community is Coolum Surfing School, an established local institution dedicated to fostering the next generation of surfers. Their Intermediate Kids Holiday Program is a targeted three-day course tailored for children aged 7-14 who have some surfing experience and want to refine their technique in a supportive, skill-focused setting.
The program takes place at Tickle Park, a stretch of beach known for gentle, unbroken waves perfect for intermediate riders. Children spend three one-hour sessions guided by hand-picked coaches who prioritize safety while advancing key skills such as paddling efficiency, wave selection, standing techniques, and basic maneuvering. The instructors create an encouraging atmosphere that balances professional guidance with fun, making each lesson exciting and effective.
This program stands out by providing a reliable stepping stone from beginner surfing to competitive levels, with past participants progressing toward Australian championships. Equipment including rash shirts, wetsuits, and surfboards are available to borrow, removing barriers for families and ensuring a seamless learning experience. Lessons focus not just on riding waves but also on surf safety and awareness of the local ocean environment, critical components of responsible surfing.
Coolum Surfing School’s location on the Sunshine Coast offers a unique combination of accessible beach breaks and a vibrant community of surf culture. When conditions call for it, sessions can shift to nearby Mooloolaba or Maroochydore beaches, ensuring consistent learning opportunities. For families seeking a hands-on, skill-building surf program that respects the ocean’s challenges and rewards, this intermediate course is a compelling option.
moderate.
3 hours over 3 days.
Participants should have basic swimming ability and moderate fitness to handle paddling and wave riding.
The program is designed for children aged 7 to 14 who have some basic surfing experience.
No, surfboards are provided by Coolum Surfing School if you don’t have one.
Lessons will be moved to a safer nearby beach or rescheduled to ensure safety.
Yes, this is an intermediate-level program aiming to build on basic surfing skills.
Yes, the school provides wetsuits and rash shirts for all participants.
Each session lasts about one hour, with a total of three sessions across three days.
Coolum Beach has long been cherished by Indigenous communities and later developed as a surf town in the mid-20th century.
The area emphasizes sustainable surf tourism, encouraging surfers to respect local marine habitats and minimize waste.
Coolum Surfing School is based at Coolum Beach, Queensland, providing instructor-led surfing lessons, multi-session term programs, holiday clinics and private coaching. The school offers beginner, intermediate and women-only sessions, with programs specifically for teens, kids and adult groups. Many offerings include multi-session packages such as three- and seven-session term programs and five-lesson private packages. Sessions list ages and group types, including teen programs for ages 13–17, kids programs for ages 7–14, women-only groups for ages 17 and up, and general adult group lessons. All lessons take place at Coolum Beach and, where noted, at nearby Tickle Park. Professional instructors provide on-beach coaching, technique instruction and safety guidance. Several experiences explicitly state that equipment is provided. Lesson formats include private one-hour lessons, three-lesson and five-lesson private packages, 1.5-hour beginner group lessons, and multi-day holiday programs. Coolum Surfing School focuses on building confidence, surf safety, paddling technique and wave-catching skills across progressive programs. The school’s structure supports skill development from first-time surfers through intermediate maneuvers and surf-reading. Programs are designed to be supportive and social, often emphasizing small groups and friendly atmospheres. Prospective participants should review each trip’s age ranges and session counts before booking. Instruction emphasizes surf safety briefings, on-beach demonstrations and tailored feedback. Small group sizes and private lesson options allow individualized progress. Booking details, session availability and confirmed instructor qualifications are available via the business listing or when booking each trip today.
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