Discover the thrill of catching your first wave at XL Surfing Academy on the beautiful Alex Heads coastline. Perfect for beginners, their personalized lessons offer safety, skill-building, and a true ocean connection.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours per session
Fitness Level
Good basic fitness helps, but no prior experience needed
Wildlife
History
The Alex Heads area has long been a hub for surf culture, dating back to the early 20th century, inspiring generations of surfers.
Conservation
XL Surfing Academy promotes environmental sustainability by practicing leave-no-trace policies and supporting coastal cleanups.
XL Surfing Academy
Discover the thrill of catching your first wave at XL Surfing Academy on the beautiful Alex Heads coastline. Perfect for beginners, their personalized lessons offer safety, skill-building, and a true ocean connection.
XL Surfing Academy is a Mooloolaba-based surf school offering beginner and intermediate lessons at Mooloolaba and Alex Heads. The academy runs private lessons, group and corporate sessions, school holiday programs, intro lessons, and private video analysis to support progression. Professional coaches deliver focused, on-water instruction that covers paddling, wave selection, positioning, basic turns, and safety. All necessary equipment is provided for lessons, allowing participants to arrive ready to learn.
Private lessons at Mooloolaba and Alex Heads provide one-on-one coaching tailored to individual goals and progression. Private group and corporate sessions create team-building experiences and small-group learning with the same structured coaching approach. Intro lessons welcome first-timers with patient instruction, while school holiday programs offer multi-day pathways to build skills over three or five days with consistent coaching.
The private video analysis service records sessions and supplies detailed feedback on technique, wave choice, and maneuvers to accelerate improvement. Safety briefings, beach awareness, and personalised goal setting are integrated into each session to ensure confidence and responsible progression. XL Surfing Academy emphasises supportive teaching for families, friends, and colleagues seeking an active outdoor experience. Lessons are suitable for learners aiming to gain water confidence and foundational surfing skills through repeatable, coach-led practices.
Operating from Mooloolaba and running sessions at Alex Heads, XL Surfing Academy focuses on structured progression, small-group ratios, and practical feedback to help participants catch more waves and enjoy sustainable skill development. Booking details, availability, and age guidance are available through XL Surfing Academy's booking channels and Adventure Collective listing.
Location
Mooloolaba, Queensland
Lessons at Mooloolaba and Alex Heads
Group & Corporate
Private group sessions
Team-building and small-group lessons
Programs
8 experiences
Includes 3- and 5-day holiday options
Coaching & Gear
Expert coaches; equipment provided
Personalised instruction and gear included
Book a private lesson, group session, or school holiday program in Mooloolaba or Alex Heads today.
Watch the tide charts
Check tide times before your lesson for optimal surf conditions and safety.
Wear sun protection
Use reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and UV protection to stay safe during long ocean sessions.
Arrive early
Get to your lesson a few minutes ahead to gear up and meet your instructor without rushing.
Respect local surfers
Observe surf etiquette to keep the environment friendly for everyone.
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm in cooler water and provides buoyancy for easier paddling.
winter
Surfboard (rental available)
A beginner-friendly foam board that’s easy to handle for first-timers.
Sun protection
Reef-safe sunscreen, hat, and UV protection to prevent sunburn.
summer
Waterproof bag
Keeps your belongings safe and dry while in the water.