WHERE TO SURF · GOLD COAST SURF LESSONS
The 11 best gold coast surf lessons you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.
Learn to surf on the Gold Coast with patient instructors, small groups, equipment hire, free photos, and a 100% stand-up guarantee.
“Teachers were very attentive and really wanted to help us succeed! Would have liked to see someone spending more time behind the camera however as we never had any posed photos with our boards in our wetsuits”
Learn what to expect from Go Ride A Wave’s $59 beginner surf lesson at Broadbeach, with safety tips, equipment details, value advice, and FAQs.
“Blake was super nice and really friendly 😀. Surfs up wazzzaaaa 🌊🏄♂️”
Learn to surf on Queensland’s Gold Coast with a small group, patient instructors, equipment, photos, and beginner-friendly waves.
“The surfing experience was great and our teachers were very helpful.”
Learn to surf at Main Beach on the Gold Coast with equipment, safety guidance, showers, parking, and beginner-friendly waves.
“I am visiting from Texas. I am glad I took my very first surfing lesson in Gold Coast, Australia! Jase was an awesome instruction. Funny and very chill and informative. I totally recommend this company.”
Review of Get Wet Surf School’s 2-hour beginner lesson at The Spit, Gold Coast, with practical tips on price, gear, waves, parking, and value.
“My wife and I really enjoyed this afternoon. Our instructors were awesome and did everything possible to make sure we felt both safe and comfortable. Once we were in the water and attempting to stand on our boards, they were very obserRead more”
Learn to surf at Coolangatta Beach with a professional guide, small groups, soft boards, safety coaching, and morning or afternoon times.
“Amazing surf lesson with Johnny! He is a great instructor, I was able to stand up every single time with his instruction and it was my first time ever surfing! Coolangatta beach is a great beach to learn at as the waves are not too big. Very friendly person who made it easy and comfortable to try something new!”
Learn to surf on the Gold Coast with a private instructor, small group, photo package, safety briefing, and flexible beach choice.
“Loved it! Ted and Alex are wonderful. Especially Ted, he’s really good at coaching us and providing very positive feedback and instructions! It helps us to learn the most out of surfing! Had a real nice time with him!! Would totally recommend the activity to my family and friends! Thank you guys for the good work which gave us a very wonderful memory since it’s our first time traveling to Australia!! Love the country, the cities, and love the people here the most🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻”
Learn to surf at Kirra on a 90-minute private lesson with expert instruction, quality gear, small-group attention, and flexible cancellation.
“I had an amazing time surfing with Lewis! The lessons were very friendly and relaxed, and he was always attentive and supportive. I learned a lot and, most importantly, really improved my technique. Such a great surf school — I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to enjoy surfing and make real progress!”
Learn to surf at sheltered Kirra Beach with a small 90-minute group lesson, gear included, and experienced English-speaking instructors.
Ride a Gold Coast jetboat, then learn to surf at Surfer's Paradise in this energetic three-hour experience for $116.
Learn to surf at The Spit with a private 90-minute lesson, beginner-friendly waves, expert coaching, and a board included.
Pick a level, a board or a coastline.
