Adventure Brief
Kids aged 5-12 can learn surfing and stand-up paddleboarding at Broadbeach’s Woolworths SurfGroms program—fun, safe, and packed with ocean skills.
1–2 hours per session
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Kids aged 5-12 can learn surfing and stand-up paddleboarding at Broadbeach’s Woolworths SurfGroms program—fun, safe, and packed with ocean skills.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours per session
Fitness Level
Suitable for children with basic physical coordination and enthusiasm for water activities
Wildlife
History
Broadbeach grew from a quiet beach town into a vibrant coastal community popular for surfing since the 20th century.
Conservation
The program emphasizes respectful interaction with the marine environment to minimize human impact and support local beach clean-up initiatives.
Go Ride a Wave - Queensland
Kids aged 5-12 can learn surfing and stand-up paddleboarding at Broadbeach’s Woolworths SurfGroms program—fun, safe, and packed with ocean skills.
Go Ride a Wave - Queensland is a Broadbeach-based surf and paddle sports operator offering guided surf lessons, kids programs, kayak adventures and equipment hire along Queensland’s Gold Coast and Noosa regions. The operator runs group surf lessons at Broadbeach and Coolangatta, tailored for school groups, corporate teams and general participants. Coolangatta sessions run for 1.5 hours and focus on skill development and memorable experiences. Broadbeach group lessons emphasize collaboration and learning in a dynamic beach environment.
Programs for children include Woolworths SurfGroms intensive programs at Broadbeach and Coolangatta for ages 5–12, combining surf and stand-up paddleboarding with games that teach ocean skills, beach safety and rescue techniques. The company also delivers Kids Only Surf Lessons at Coolangatta — 1.5-hour sessions with expert instruction, safety coaching and equipment included, designed for young surfers in a safe, friendly setting.
For paddlers, Go Ride a Wave offers kayak experiences on the Noosa River. The Kayak Noosa WoW Adventure is a monthly, two-hour trip that explores varied waterways, while the Kayak Noosa Guided Mangroves and Mansions Tour is a two-hour guided paddle through mangrove habitats and scenic riverfront properties. Both kayak trips begin with instruction suitable for a range of skill levels.
Equipment hire is available at Broadbeach (meet before lessons only), with soft surfboards and wetsuits offered for flexible rental durations. Go Ride a Wave - Queensland operates structured programs and provides instruction to teach ocean recreation activities across Broadbeach, Coolangatta and Noosa. Bookings available via The Adventure Collective listing and partners.
Location
Broadbeach, QLD
Gold Coast base and nearby Noosa
Tours Offered
8
Group lessons to kayak tours
Trip Durations
1.5–2 hrs
Surf and kayak session lengths
Kids Programs
Ages 5–12
Woolworths SurfGroms intensive
Reserve a spot via The Adventure Collective to secure Broadbeach, Coolangatta and Noosa experiences.
Start with Beginners’ Waves
Broadbeach’s gentle surf makes it ideal for first-timers to build confidence safely.
Hydrate Often
Queensland’s sun can be intense; bring plenty of water to stay refreshed during lessons.
Apply Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect skin without harming marine life by using eco-friendly sunscreen recommended for ocean activities.
Wear a Rash Guard
A rash guard helps prevent sunburn and irritation from the surfboard during lessons.
Child-sized surfboard or paddleboard
Properly sized boards ensure safety and ease of learning on the water.
summer
Rash guard or wetsuit
Provides UV protection and comfort during extended time in the water.
summer
Water shoes
Protect feet from rocks and shellfish along the shore.
summer
Wide-brimmed hat
Keeps sun off the face before and after water sessions.
summer