Skip lugging boards and wetsuits: hire everything you need a few steps from Anglesea Beach. Walk-up rentals, winter 4/3 suits and post-surf showers make this a smart, low-fuss option for surfers and paddlers on the Great Ocean Road.
Skip lugging boards and wetsuits: hire everything you need a few steps from Anglesea Beach. Walk-up rentals, winter 4/3 suits and post-surf showers make this a smart, low-fuss option for surfers and paddlers on the Great Ocean Road.
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Operated by Go Ride A Wave - Victoria · Ocean Grove, Victoria
easy.
2 hours–all day.
Basic swimming ability and moderate fitness for paddling or short surf sessions; not physically demanding to hire gear.
No — Wetsuit Hire at Anglesea keeps a large stock and typically accepts walk-up hires; January trailer at Ocean Grove is seasonal.
You must provide current photo ID (Driver’s License or Passport) and sign the hire agreement before taking equipment.
Persons under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian when taking hire equipment, per shop restrictions.
Yes — the shop offers full-length wetsuits plus thicker 4/3 suits and booties during winter months for better warmth.
Options include 2-hour, 4-hour and all-day hires for soft/hard boards and bodyboards; wetsuit hire is available per day. Check the shop for current rates.
The hire agreement requires the hirer to pay for repair or replacement if equipment is lost or damaged beyond normal wear.
The Great Ocean Road was built after World War I and remains a historic coastal route linking a chain of beaches and headlands.
Respect local signage for dune protection, rinse gear at the shop and avoid trampling vegetation; small actions help preserve fragile coastal habitats.
Go Ride A Wave - Victoria is a Torquay-based surf and paddle activity provider offering a wide range of lessons and experiences across the Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula. The business runs surf lessons at Lorne, Anglesea, Ocean Grove and Torquay, plus stand-up paddleboard (SUP) journeys, private night kayaking, kids-only lessons, weekly youth programs and group activities. Lessons include 2-hour Surf Experiences and progressive Surf Courses with online theory modules, private 1.5-hour sessions, and family-friendly kids lessons. SurfGroms weekly programs teach children aged 5–12 surfing and SUP skills through games, ocean awareness and beach safety. The Anglesea SUP Journey is designed for beginners aged 14 and up and explores the Anglesea River, islands and bridges. Night kayak trips focus on calm river paddling, wildlife spotting and stargazing with a warm drink. Go Ride A Wave - Victoria provides all necessary equipment for lessons and emphasizes personalized instruction from qualified instructors. Sessions are available in private, group, kids-only and weekly formats, and the business lists a wheelchair booking option to support accessibility. Booking options, session lengths and locations vary by experience. With a clear focus on beginner-friendly conditions, safety education and progressive skill development, Go Ride A Wave - Victoria offers structured options for first-time surfers through to families seeking guided coastal activities. The company highlights local beaches and tailored instruction to create memorable, confidence-building water experiences. Customers can choose between single lessons, multi-lesson courses and group bookings, with locations and durations published per trip on booking pages. Available year-round subject to conditions locally.
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