Kids Surf Lessons at Sawtell & Woolgoolga — Confidence in the Waves

Solitary Islands Surf School - SurfGroms: Kids Surf Lessons at Sawtell & Woolgoolga

Overview

Solitary Islands Surf School - SurfGroms runs Woolworths SurfGroms programs that teach surfing and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) to children aged 5–12 at Sawtell Beach and Woolgoolga Beach. The programs are structured as Holiday Surf Programs and School Term Surf Programs, with lessons that combine skill development, ocean awareness and group-based games to keep kids engaged.

Key Programs

• Holiday Surf Program – Sawtell Beach: Youth surf and SUP lessons that blend fun games with fundamental surf techniques.
• Holiday Surf Program – Woolgoolga Beach: Holiday sessions focused on surfing, SUP and ocean safety.
• School Term Surf Programs – Woolgoolga Beach: Regular term lessons that build skills progressively.
• School Term Surf Programs – Sawtell Beach: Term-time sessions with an emphasis on surf survival and practical beach safety.

What kids learn

Children in SurfGroms sessions develop essential surf school skills and water confidence including:

• Surf techniques: paddling, wave selection and board handling
• Stand-up paddleboarding basics (SUP) for balance and core control
• Ocean awareness: reading conditions and rip awareness
• Beach safety and surf survival skills
• Practical rescue techniques and age-appropriate first aid awareness

Safety and structure

Solitary Islands Surf School - SurfGroms delivers sessions that prioritise safety and supervised progression. Each lesson format integrates group games and instruction to reinforce water safety, surf awareness and practical rescue principles. Programs are designed for school-aged children (5–12) and aim to both teach core skills and encourage a lifelong appreciation for the ocean.

Locations and scheduling

Lessons are offered at Sawtell Beach and Woolgoolga Beach, with both holiday and school-term schedules available. Families can choose sessions that match school holiday calendars or weekly term options depending on local SurfGroms timetables.

Why families choose SurfGroms at Solitary Islands Surf School

• Clear program focus on beginner and junior surf education.
• Age-appropriate activities that combine learning with play.
• Consistent emphasis on beach safety, surf survival and rescue techniques.

Booking and preparation tips

• Check program availability for Sawtell Beach and Woolgoolga Beach sessions.
• Ensure children are prepared with sun protection, appropriate swimwear and a towel.
• Review the SurfGroms program details for age-specific guidance and safety information.

Find the right session

For families searching for kids surf lessons, junior SUP coaching, holiday surf camps or school-term surf classes at Sawtell or Woolgoolga, Solitary Islands Surf School - SurfGroms provides organised, safety-focused options. Use location and program type keywords — Sawtell Beach surf lessons, Woolgoolga Beach SurfGroms, holiday surf program, school term surf programs, kids SUP lessons — when searching to find the appropriate session information.