Beginner Kids Surfing Program at Go Surf School Port Fairy
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for children with basic swimming ability and average fitness; fun and achievable pacing.
Overview
Give your child a thrilling introduction to surfing with Go Surf School’s two-day beginner program in Port Fairy. Expert instructors, gentle waves, and all gear included make this holiday camp perfect for young surfers ready to catch their first waves.
Kids Holiday Program - Port Fairy
2 Day Beginner Surf Program (5 -14yrs)
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About This Adventure
Join our exciting two-day Beginner Surfing Program, where you'll master essential skills like paddling and riding waves with confidence. With expert instructors guiding you through safety, technique, and ocean awareness, you'll progress quickly while enjoying the thrill of surfing. All equipment is provided, ensuring a memorable experience on the waves!
Beginner Surfing Program with all equipment!
Rates
A$80 per person
The Lesson:
Over two consecutive fun filled days, you learn all the key base skills for paddling correctly and getting to your feet and riding with a good technique. You also get a thorough rundown of surf safety, ocean awareness, and surfing rules. You will progress your surfing with a focus on catching more waves, getting to your feet efficiently, surfing with the correct stance, and riding waves consistently. You will now be more confident in the surf and improving well.
The more lessons you surf with us, the more surfing skills and knowledge you will have to get past that initial, frustrating beginner stage.
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!
What to Expect:
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 15-20mins prior to the end of the lesson. A feedback session with goals for your next surf lesson is done before getting changed.
What is provided:
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, Billabong and Quiksilver wetsuits keep you warm and coloured GO Surf School rash vests easily identify you in the water.
What to bring:
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.
Adventure Tips
Arrive in swimwear
Arrive ready to hit the water; lessons start on the beach with surf technique and safety.
Sun protection is crucial
Bring plenty of sunscreen and a rash vest to protect young skin from strong UV rays.
Listen to your instructor
Follow instructor guidance carefully to progress safely and confidently.
Be prepared for cooler water
Even in summer, Port Fairy’s ocean remains cool—wetsuits are provided but bring a towel for afterwards.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Australian pelican
- Little penguin colonies nearby
History
Port Fairy’s origins trace back to indigenous Gunditjmara people and early European whaling settlements in the 1830s.
Conservation
Local surf schools partner with environmental groups to educate on marine conservation and ensure minimal beach impact.
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Recommended Gear
Swimsuit or boardshorts
Comfortable swimwear ensures unhindered movement in the water.
summer specific
Towel
Necessary for drying off post-lesson and staying warm onshore.
High SPF sunscreen
Protects skin from UV rays during outdoor sessions.
summer specific
Water bottle
Keeps kids hydrated between lessons.