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Gold Coast Surf Lessons
Australia is one of the world’s finest destinations in surfing, and that is never more evident than in Gold Coast’s dazzling shores and surfing hotspots. When you’re in Gold Coast, part of the experience is to hit the waves and go surfing. So if you’ve never surfed before, this is the best place to learn how. This activity gives you access to a two hour beginner’s surfing lesson that equips you with a soft beginner’s surfboard, a wetsuit, and sunscreen. You get the basic lesson that enables you to get your bearings in the water and learn the first steps in mastering the Australian beaches. The experienced instructors will be able to teach you according to your learning pace. Great for both adults and kids, it’s a surfing adventure for the whole family.
Inclusions
Package: Join In · Surfers Paradise
What’s included
120-minute course
Wetsuit
Soft beginner surfboard
Sunscreen
Not included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Meals and beverages
Package: Join In · Broadbeach
What’s included
Free storage service
120-minute quality instruction
Wetsuit
Soft beginner surfboard
Sunscreen
Not included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Insurance
Package: Join In · Coolangatta
What’s included
120-minute course
Wetsuit
Soft beginner surfboard with leg rope
Sunscreen
Not included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Meals and beverages
Packages: Private · Surfers Paradise and Private · Coolangatta
What’s included
90-minute course
Soft beginner surfboard
Sunscreen
Long sleeve rashie or wetsuit
Instruction catered to all levels and clients needs
Safe and easy to learn
Premium 1:1 experience
Not included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Meals and beverages
Package: Private · Broadbeach
What’s included
90-minute course
Soft beginner surfboard
Sunscreen
Long sleeve rashie or wetsuit
Instruction catered to all levels and clients needs
Safe and easy to learn
Premium 1:1 experience
Not included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Insurance
Pricing & availability
Things to know
Confirmation
- You’ll get confirmation within minutes. If you don’t see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.
Voucher type
- Present your mobile voucher
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
100% refund to your original payment method or credits
- Up to 24 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
- From 24 hours before the booking date
2hr Duration
Please select a lesson date Please select a participation date
Join in & private groups
Packages: Join In · Surfers Paradise, Join In · Coolangatta, Private · Surfers Paradise and Private · Coolangatta
Eligibility
- Participants must be aged 8+ to participate in this activity
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
Packages: Join In · Broadbeach and Private · Broadbeach
Eligibility
- Participants must be aged 8+ to participate in this activity
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
- Learn to surf with experienced instructors at any of three locations: Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach or Coolangatta
- This 2-hour beginner’s surfing course is fun for everyone, fit for both beginning adults and children!
- Just head to the beach as all equipment you’ll need, from the board to the wetsuit, is included
- Learn from professional instructors who tailor their teaching to your pace. Chinese and Japanese-speaking guides are also available.
Additional information
This activity is not recommended for pregnant women
Guests are required to sign a liability waiver form that informs them of the risks of the activity
All lessons are conducted in waist deep water so participants are able to stand at all times
Not recommended for participants with back problems Accessibility
This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible What to bring
Swimwear
Towel
Sunglasses
Caps or hats
Camera
Bathers/Boardshorts What to wear
Long-sleeved rash shirt, sun shirt, or wetsuit
Meet at location
Packages: Join In · Surfers Paradise and Private · Surfers Paradise
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How to get there
- By bus: Greyhound bus services operate daily from Brisbane and Byron Bay. Local buses and light rail also run regularly
- By car: Drive for 1 hour south from Brisbane CBD and 45 minutes north of Byron Bay. You will easily find the location opposite the famous Surfers Paradise Sign at the beach end of Cavill Mall
Packages: Join In · Broadbeach and Private · Broadbeach
- Broadbeach
Go Ride a Wave location in Broadbeach Queensland

How to get there
By car: If you are driving along the Gold Coast Highway, you need to turn towards Margaret Avenue, then turn left towards the Kurrawa Surf Club and find a car park nearby
From Broadbeach Hotels and Resorts, walk to the meeting point at the Broadbeach Kurruwa Surf Life Saving Club car park
Packages: Join In · Coolangatta and Private · Coolangatta
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