Looking for a fun, beginner-friendly surf experience for kids? Mount Surf School’s holiday camp offers safe, active wave-riding for young surfers, complete with lessons and beach games.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most children in good health; no prior experience needed
Wildlife
History
Mount Surf School has been part of the local surf scene for over 15 years, fostering new generations of surfers.
Conservation
The camp promotes ocean respect and encourages eco-friendly practices such as beach cleanups.
Mount Surf School
Looking for a fun, beginner-friendly surf experience for kids? Mount Surf School’s holiday camp offers safe, active wave-riding for young surfers, complete with lessons and beach games.
Mount Surf School is a surf school based in Mount Maunganui in the Bay of Plenty. It offers a wide range of lessons and programs for kids, families, and adults. Programs include a Before School Development Program focused on performance surfing with video analysis and on-beach feedback, a four-week Surf Jam mixed surf program for all ages and skill levels, and a two-day Beginners Surf Course with a structured curriculum and instructor guidance.
Additional offerings include kids holiday surf camps (day pass and week pass formats with 4.5-hour sessions), kids birthday parties with provided equipment and coaching, equipment hire for soft-top surfboards and wetsuits, group beginner surf lessons, private surf lessons, private group lessons, family private lessons, kids summer three-day lessons, a 10-week after-school program for kids, an improver surf course, a longboard foundations course, a women's four-week surf program, and regular kids surf lessons.
Equipment such as surfboards and wetsuits is provided for many programs. Sessions emphasize skill development, ocean safety, and confidence-building through structured coaching, beach drills, and practical water time. Video analysis and on-beach feedback are used in development-focused courses.
Mount Surf School operates from Mount Maunganui, a popular Bay of Plenty beach location. The school caters to a range of ages and abilities and offers flexible booking options including day passes, week passes, multi-week programs, and private sessions. Lessons are bookable for celebrations, team-building and school groups. Booking options vary by program and include private one-on-one coaching and small private group formats. All ages welcome year-round.
Location
Mount Maunganui
Bay of Plenty beach base
Programs Offered
17 experiences
Lessons, camps, hires and parties
All Ages
Kids to adults
Programs for every skill level
Session Types
Day, multi-day & multi-week
Flexible booking formats available
Reserve a lesson, hire equipment, or enquire about private and group programs—secure a spot on the waves today.
Arrive Early
Getting to the beach early ensures plenty of time for instruction and wave catching.
Wear Sunscreen
Protect your child's skin from UV rays with a waterproof sunscreen applied before surf sessions.
Stay Hydrated
Bring plenty of water to keep kids hydrated during active beach fun.
Follow Instructor Guidance
Listen carefully to safety instructions to ensure a fun and accident-free experience.
Wetsuit
Keeps kids warm and flexible in the water regardless of the season.
spring|summer|fall|winter
Surfboard
Provided by the camp, designed for beginner surfers.
Beach Towel
Useful for drying off and relaxing between surf sessions.
Sunscreen
Protects sensitive skin from sun exposure during outdoor activities.
spring|summer|fall|winter