Discover a fun, safe surf lesson designed just for families at Mount Surf School. Learn, laugh, and catch waves together in a scenic coastal spot perfect for beginners.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical fitness required; suitable for all ages and skill levels
Wildlife
History
Mount Surf School has been teaching families and beginners since 1985, becoming a community staple.
Conservation
The surf school emphasizes eco-friendly practices, including reef-safe sunscreens and beach cleanup initiatives.
Mount Surf School
Discover a fun, safe surf lesson designed just for families at Mount Surf School. Learn, laugh, and catch waves together in a scenic coastal spot perfect for beginners.
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
Try to arrive 15 minutes before your lesson to get comfortable and introduce yourself to your instructor.
Check the weather
Ensure good weather conditions and surf forecast before your booking for the best experience.
Wear suitable attire
Wear a comfortable swimsuit and bring a rash guard for sun protection.
Stay hydrated
Bring water to stay refreshed throughout the lesson.
Wetsuit
A wetsuit helps regulate body temperature and provides buoyancy during the lesson.
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Surfboard
Provided by the instructor, designed for beginners to ensure stability and control.
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Sun protection
Apply reef-safe sunscreen and wear a hat or rash guard for sun safety.
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Towel
Use to dry off after the lesson and for comfort on the sand.
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