easy
1–2 hours
Basic physical fitness is sufficient; participants should be comfortable swimming.
Learn to surf with expert guidance on the gentle waves of Portland, Victoria. GO Surf School offers beginner lessons for all ages, making it easy and fun to get started in one of Australia’s friendliest surf towns.
All ages and abilities (5+yrs)
Experience the thrill of riding the waves with beginner surfing lessons at GO Surf School! With expert instructors guiding you through essential techniques and safety tips, you'll quickly learn to balance and ride in the ocean. All equipment is provided, ensuring a fun and memorable day at the beach for everyone.
A$40 per person
GO Surf School will teach you the skills of surfing and how to handle yourself and your surfboard in the ocean, while having a stack of fun along the way. Beginner and Intermediate surfers will also learn how to assess surf conditions and identify potential risks. We provide coaching to all ages and levels of surfing ability. 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!
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.
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 and Quiksilver wetsuits keep you warm and coloured GO Surf School rash vests easily identify you in the water.
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.
Morning sessions often have calmer waters and fewer crowds, perfect for beginners.
Water temperatures can be cool even in summer; dressing appropriately keeps you comfortable.
Following safety guidelines and technique advice helps you progress quickly and avoid injuries.
Surf conditions vary with tides; optimal waves typically occur mid to high tide here.
Portland is the oldest European settlement in Victoria, established in 1834 with a long history of maritime trade and whaling.
GO Surf School encourages eco-friendly practices to protect local marine life and minimize plastic waste on beaches.
Provided by the school, it keeps you warm and protected in the cool ocean water.
all specific
Comfortable swimwear under your wetsuit enhances mobility.
summer specific
Protect your skin from UV rays during lessons.
summer specific
Useful for drying off after your session on the beach.
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