Beginner Kids Surfing Program with Go Surf School in Port Fairy
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours per day
Fitness Level
Basic physical fitness suitable for children ages 5–14; ability to swim recommended
Overview
Get kids paddling and riding waves confidently with Go Surf School’s three-day beginner surf course in Port Fairy. Perfect for young ocean fans, this program combines expert coaching, safety skills, and quality gear to make the most of Victoria’s gentle southwest coast.
Kids Holiday Program - Port Fairy
3 consecutive day beginner surf program (5 -14yrs)
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About This Adventure
Join our exciting three-day Beginner Surfing Program, where you'll master essential skills like paddling, standing up, and riding waves with confidence. With expert instructors guiding you through safety and technique, you'll progress quickly while enjoying the thrill of the ocean. All equipment is provided, ensuring a fun and memorable experience!
Beginner Surfing Program with all equipment!
Rates
A$120 per person
The Lesson:
Over three consecutive fun filled days, you learn all the key base skills for paddling correctly and getting to your feet and riding with a good technique. You also get a thorough rundown of surf safety, ocean awareness, and surfing rules. You will progress your surfing with a focus on catching more waves, getting to your feet efficiently, surfing with the correct stance, and riding waves consistently. You will now be more confident in the surf and improving well.
The more lessons you surf with us, the more surfing skills and knowledge you will have to get past that initial, frustrating beginner stage.
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!
What to Expect:
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.
What is provided:
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, Billabong and Quiksilver wetsuits keep you warm and coloured GO Surf School rash vests easily identify you in the water.
What to bring:
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.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Prepared with Swimwear
Wear swimwear under your clothes and bring a towel and sunscreen to stay comfortable and protected during beach and water sessions.
Pay Attention to Surf Safety Briefings
Listen closely to the instructors’ ocean awareness and safety instructions—they’re crucial for beginner surfers in unfamiliar waters.
Stay Hydrated and Take Breaks
Surfing demands energy – drink plenty of water and rest between lessons to maintain stamina and focus.
Follow Instructor Feedback
Use personalized coaching advice to gradually improve technique and build confidence on each wave session.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Australian fur seals basking on offshore rocks
- Little penguins returning to nesting burrows at dusk
History
Port Fairy’s history as a whaling station and fishing port in the 1800s shapes its connection to the sea and maritime culture.
Conservation
Local efforts focus on protecting marine habitats and encouraging responsible beach use to maintain the fragile coastal ecosystem.
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Recommended Gear
Swimsuit or Boardshorts
Comfortable swimwear worn under wetsuits for mobility in the water.
summer specific
Wetsuit (provided)
Protects against cold water and sun exposure during lessons.
all specific
Waterproof Sunscreen
Prevents sunburn during long hours in direct sunlight on the beach and waves.
spring|summer|fall specific
Towel
Useful for drying off post-session and staying warm between lessons.
all specific