Salt and Mantra’s NRMA Insurance SurfGroms program at Secret Harbour offers kids aged 5-12 a four-week Saturday surf course focusing on skills, safety, and ocean awareness. Discover how this engaging program shapes confident young surfers in Western Australia.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours per session
Fitness Level
Suitable for children with average fitness levels who enjoy active play and swimming
Wildlife
History
Secret Harbour was developed in the 1980s as an integrated coastal estate focused on accessible ocean recreation.
Conservation
Salt and Mantra encourages sustainable beach practices, emphasizing reef-safe products and responsible ocean use among young surfers.
Salt and Mantra - SurfGroms
Salt and Mantra’s NRMA Insurance SurfGroms program at Secret Harbour offers kids aged 5-12 a four-week Saturday surf course focusing on skills, safety, and ocean awareness. Discover how this engaging program shapes confident young surfers in Western Australia.
Salt and Mantra - SurfGroms operates from Secret Harbour in Western Australia, offering SurfGroms programs for children aged 5 to 12.
The business runs Woolworths SurfGroms 'Come Try Day' in spring, a free, one-hour introductory session where children can catch their first waves in a supportive setting. Salt and Mantra also delivers NRMA Insurance SurfGroms four-week programs with Saturday sessions that combine progressive group lessons and practical water skills. Programs focus on ocean awareness, beach safety and basic rescue techniques, designed to develop confidence, water competence and teamwork among young participants. Lessons follow the SurfGroms curriculum and are suitable for beginners through early improvers, providing a structured pathway from the introductory Come Try Day into the four-week course. Salt and Mantra partners with national SurfGroms sponsors such as Woolworths and NRMA Insurance to present branded community events and programs locally. The location at Secret Harbour provides consistent access to family-friendly beach conditions appropriate for junior surf lessons. Salt and Mantra emphasizes safe, age-appropriate activities delivered in group formats, and communicates program details, schedules and requirements to families in advance. Parents can register children for the free Come Try Day or enroll them in the NRMA Insurance four-week Saturday program to secure a place. Salt and Mantra - SurfGroms aims to introduce young surfers to wave riding while reinforcing essential ocean safety skills.
Location
Secret Harbour, WA
Coastal surf location in Western Australia
Ages
5–12 years
Programs designed for children
Programs
Free Come Try + 4-week
Spring and Saturday sessions
Session Length
1 hour (Come Try Day)
Introductory session duration
Register for the free Come Try Day or secure a spot in the NRMA Insurance four-week Saturday program today
Arrive Early for Equipment Setup
Arriving 15 minutes before the session allows kids to get fitted with wetsuits and boards comfortably.
Apply Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect your child's skin without harming marine life by using reef-safe sunscreen before hitting the beach.
Stay Hydrated Throughout the Sessions
Bring water bottles to maintain hydration during breaks between surf lessons.
Wear Swimwear Underneath Your Wetsuit
Layering swimwear underneath wetsuits speeds up changing times and enhances comfort on the beach.
Wetsuit
Keeps kids warm during cooler months while in the water.
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Surfboard Leash
Ensures the board stays close to the surfer, protecting both child and others around.
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects young skin from sunburn while preserving ocean ecosystems.
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Water Bottle
Helps maintain hydration during outdoor physical activity.