Learn to Surf – Margaret River
Specialized Individual Lessons tailored for beginner, intermediate, or advanced surfers.
Discover the Best Surf Spots: For the adventurous souls, we offer half and full-day Surf Guide tours, ensuring you experience the finest waves the South West has to offer, perfectly suited for intermediate to advanced surfers.
For the Little Wave Catchers: Our SurfGroms programs are crafted for youngsters aged 5 to 12, blending surfing fundamentals with delightful beach games. And for the emerging talents over 9 years, our High Performance Coaching sessions and Camps promise an accelerated growth curve.
Stand-Up Paddle: Dabble in the joy of stand-up paddling with us, be it on the mesmerizing ocean or the serene river. Our seasoned coaches ensure you receive expert guidance every paddle of the way.
Safety – Our Foremost Priority: Rest easy, knowing you’re in the best hands. Our coaches are Surfing Australia accredited instructors, trained in Surf Rescue and Senior First Aid. Furthermore, every coach holds a current Working With Children Check. We provide all necessary equipment – just bring along your swimwear, a towel, and your infectious enthusiasm!
Preparation and Flexibility: Your lessons are typically hosted at Redgate Beach, a scenic 15-minute drive from Margaret River town. If weather conditions play spoilsport, we’ll guide you to the best alternative spot. Upon booking, we’ll send an itinerary detailing everything you need to know for your session. And if life throws a curveball, just let us know 24 hours in advance for cancellations and refunds. Should we need to reschedule due to unforeseen circumstances, we’ll ensure it’s at a time that suits you, or provide a full refund.
Questions? We’ve Got Answers: Head down to our Frequently Asked Questions section for detailed answers, or dial us up at 0401 616 200. Your surf lesson awaits!
Lesson & Program Options
Group Surfing Lessons
10:30am to 12:30pm daily
2 Hours………….…………..$60p/p
3 Day Course………………$150p/p
5 Day Course………………$230p/p
Private Group Lessons
(min 2 ppl) – 8am to 10am daily
2 Hours………….…………….$85p/p
3 Day Course…………….….$225p/p
5 Day Course………………..$350p/p
Individual Surfing Lessons
(one on one) – 8am to 10am daily
2 Hours………….……………$155
3 Day Course…………….….$435
5 Day Course………………..$695
SurfGroms
Age 5-12 yrs, $25 sign up fee per year not inc in price.
Term Program 3x2hrs………….……………$180p/p
Holiday Program 3x2hrs………….……………$180p/p
Stand-Up Paddle Lessons
3pm to 4:30pm daily
Private Group….……………$60p/p
Individual……….…………….$100
Surf Guide
Price is for 1 to 4 people, maximum 4 ppl.
3 Hours………….………..…….$360 (7am to 10am daily)
6 Hours……………………..…..$600 (7am to 2pm daily)
Online Surf Academy
Improve your surfing online!
Monthly Access………….………..…….$21 p/m
Yearly Access….……………………..…..$199 p/a
Online Analysis.……………………..…..$99
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Best suited for beginner & first time surfers
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Price includes wetsuit and foam board for the duration of lesson.
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Lessons run for 2 hours
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Bookings can be made online or over the phone
Our Group Surf Lessons are for beginner surfers of all ages. Whether you have surfed a few times and are still finding your feet or this is the first time you have ever surfed before, our Group Surf Lessons would be a great option for you.
Our Group Surf Lessons include everything you need to know about getting in the surf, staying safe and most importantly, having fun! Our highly qualified coaches will be with you every step of the way, on the beach for demonstrations, in the water for tips and assistance and right there when you “claim” your first wave. All equipment supplied.
At the beginning of each lesson our coaches will give you all the information you need to have you feeling assured before even getting into the water. We teach you about the waves, rips, potential hazards and surfing etiquette. Then techniques on how to carry your board, attach your leg rope, paddle for a wave and stand up. Once in the water, your coach will assist you with wave selection and help you balance as you get a feel for paddling and standing up on the waves. Your coach will be with you every step of the way to make sure you feel safe and get the best advice for a top quality lesson.
After the lesson, our coaches are there for a debrief and any further advice and knowledge you may want on developing your skills or setting yourself up with your own equipment suited to your needs and abilities. Our 3 & 5 Day Packages are a popular choice to give you a great saving on each of your lessons and the time in the water that’s needed to really improve in the surf! They are a perfect gift certificate idea too!
2 Hour Lessons
- Price includes wetsuit, board and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
3 Day Course
MOST POPULAR- Price includes wetsuit, board and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
5 Day Course
- Price includes wetsuit, board and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
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Best suited for couples, families with children under 10 years old or school/corporate bookings
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Tailored lessons to suit group abilities and needs
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Prices include wetsuit, board and qualified coach for duration of lessons
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Lessons run for 2 hours
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Minimum of 2 ppl required, discounts available for private groups over 10ppl
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Bookings Essential – book online or over the phone
Our Private Group Surfing lessons are perfect for couples who want to share their experience with just the two of them; groups of friends or families who want to personalize their surfing experience; families with younger children who may need more supervision in the water; or those who have a bit more surfing experience and want to customise their lesson to suit their ability. All equipment supplied.
Our Private Group Surfing lessons are also ideal for large school group bookings, school camps, team building, corporate functions as well as hens and bucks parties. Ask us about our discounted prices for private groups over 10 people. These surfing lessons give you everything you need to know about getting in the surf, staying safe and most importantly, having fun! Our highly qualified coaches will be with you every step of the way, on the beach for demonstrations, in the water for tips and assistance and right there when you “claim” your waves.
At the beginning of the lesson our coach will give you all the information you require to have you feeling assured before even getting into the water. Beginner surfers will learn about the waves, rips, potential hazards and surfing etiquette. Then techniques on how to carry your board, attach your leg rope, paddle for a wave and stand up. Intermediate to advance surfers will learn how to improve paddling, pop up, duck diving, trimming across the waves and turns. Your coach will be with you every step of the way to make sure you feel safe and get the best advice for a top quality lesson.
After the lesson, your coach is there for a debrief and any further advice and knowledge you may want on developing your skills or setting yourself up with your own equipment suited to your needs and abilities. Our 3 & 5 Day Packages are a popular choice to give you a great saving on each of your lessons and the time in the water that’s needed to really improve in the surf! They are a perfect gift certificate idea too!
2 Hour Lessons
MOST POPULAR- Price includes wetsuit, board and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
3 Day Course
- Price includes wetsuit, board and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
5 Day Course
- Price includes wetsuit, board and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
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Best suited for beginner to advanced surfers
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One on one coaching
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Price includes wetsuit and board for the duration of lesson or you can use your own equipment
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Lessons run for 2 hours
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Bookings Essential – book online or over the phone
Whether you are determined to get up on that first wave or a more experienced surfer needing some feedback on your surfing technique, our Individual Surfing Lessons are a great way to improve your surfing with the one on one advice and support from your very own surf coach. The lesson is tailored just for you! We cater for beginner, intermediate and advance surfers. All equipment supplied or bring your own.
Our Individual Surfing Lessons give you everything you need to know about getting in the surf, staying safe and most importantly, having fun! Our highly qualified coaches will be with you every step of the way, on the beach for demonstrations, in the water for tips and assistance and right there when you “claim” your waves.
At the beginning of the lesson our coach will give you all the information you require to have you feeling assured before even getting into the water. Beginner surfers will learn about the waves, rips, potential hazards and surfing etiquette. Then techniques on how to carry your board, attach your leg rope, paddle for a wave and stand up. Intermediate to advance surfers will learn how to improve paddling, pop up, duck diving, trimming across the waves and turns. Your coach will be with you every step of the way to make sure you feel safe and get the best advice for a top quality lesson.
After the lesson, your coach is there for a debrief and any further advice and knowledge you may want on developing your skills or setting yourself up with your own equipment suited to your needs and abilities. Our 3 & 5 Day Packages are a popular choice to give you a great saving on each of your lessons and the time in the water that’s needed to really improve in the surf! They are a perfect gift certificate idea too!
Our Surf Guide and High Performance Coaching are also available for intermediate to advance surfers wanting to surf the best spots and get the best one on one coaching to really make the most out of their time in the water. These lesson options can be for one on one or private groups up to 4 people.
2 Hour Lessons
- Price includes wetsuit, board and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
3 Day Course
MOST POPULAR- Price includes wetsuit, board and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
5 Day Course
- Price includes wetsuit, board and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
Our SurfGroms holiday and term programs are the perfect way to keep your groms active, healthy and social while learning life long surf and ocean awareness skills.
Groms from 5 to 12 years old can participate in our holiday 3 x 2 hour lessons or our term 3 x 2 hour lessons feeling a sense of achievement as we cater for 5 levels from absolute beginners through to intermediate surfers.
Our programs provide fun and motivating beach activities, games and lessons in a safe environment with our professional team of coaches. All SurfGrom coaches hold a current Working With Children’s card, Senior First Aid and Surf Rescue Certificate.
All equipment is provided for every SurfGrom who signs up.
Check out available dates and book now to secure your groms place!
HOLIDAY PROGRAMS
x3 2hr Sessions- Price includes wetsuit, board and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
TERM PROGRAMS
x3 2hr Sessions- Price includes wetsuit, board and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
- Best suited for beginners to advanced surfers
- Price includes 24/7 access to over 100 tutorials to the Online Surf Academy.
- You can subscribe to the Online Surf Academy monthly or yearly
- Free Trial available
Our Online Surf Academy is for beginner to advanced surfers of all ages. Whether you have surfed a few times and are still finding your feet or you are carving up the face of the wave the Online Surf Academy is a great option for you as it provides immense depth of knowledge, giving you great value at your fingertips.
Our Online Surf Academy includes everything you need to know about surfing. No matter where you are in the world, how busy or free your live is. The Online Surf Academy is always accessible to you 24/7 on your phone, tablet or computer. This is the ultimate training tool surfers have been waiting for.
Our Online Surf Academy covers all of the following and more…
Understand equipment
Understand surf etiquette
How to do line up check
Positioning yourself in the line up
Good wave selection
How to pop up
How to angle on take off
Learn to lean
How to surf top to bottom
How to duck dive
How to wipeout safely
How to generate speed
How to carve
How to do floaters
How to do lip line
How to do re-entry
How to tube ride
How to do laybacks
How to do bottom turns
How to set up aerials
How to do air reverses
How to do cutbacks
Monthly Subscription
- Low monthly cost
- Unlimited access to more than 100 coaching tutorials
- Skate Simulation tutorials
- Land Simulation tutorials
- Surf Analysis tutorials
- Comprehensive self-testing questionnaires
- Exclusive access to new content every month
- 24/7 Access to Online Surf Academy
- Split screen analysis tool (coming soon)
Annual Subscription
MOST POPULAR- Low yearly cost
- Unlimited access to more than 100 coaching tutorials
- Skate Simulation tutorials
- Land Simulation tutorials
- Surf Analysis tutorials
- Comprehensive self-testing questionnaires
- Exclusive access to new content every month
- 24/7 Access to Online Surf Academy
- Split screen analysis tool (coming soon)
- 10% off online video analysis
- Save $53 per year
- Entry in draw to win $100 Surf Camp voucher
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Price is for 1 to 4ppl, maximum 4 ppl.
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Best suited to intermediate to advanced surfers
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Half day (3 hours) and full day (6 hours) options available
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Wetsuit and board supplied or you can bring your own equipment
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Bookings Essential – book online or over the phone
A perfect way to get the most out of your surfing experience in the South West is to have your very own surf guide for the day! We will even get out in the surf with you and give you tips along the way.
Half Day: We can take you to the best local surf spot to suit your ability and the conditions on the day. It can be for only you or bring along friends to share the joy (and the cost!). During the 3 hours, you’ll get local knowledge and advice to improve your skills & technique. Best suited for intermediate to advanced surfers, caters for a maximum of 4 people. All equipment supplied.
Full Day: We can take you to up to 3 local surf spots that will suit your ability and the conditions on the day. It can be for only you or bring along friends to share the joy (and the cost!). During the 6 hours, you’ll get local knowledge and advice to improve your skills & technique. Best suited for intermediate to advanced surfers, caters for a maximum of 4 people. All equipment supplied.
HALF DAY
3 Hours: 7am - 10am- Price includes wetsuit, board and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
- Price is for 1 to 4 people, maximum 4 ppl.
FULL DAY
6 Hours: 7am - 2pm- Price includes wetsuit, board and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
- Price is for 1 to 4 people, maximum 4 ppl.
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Bookings Essential – book online or over the phone
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Great for one on one learning or small groups of up to 4ppl
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Lessons run for 1.5 hours
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Location can be flat ocean or river SUP
Our surf school offers Stand-Up Paddle Lessons at a range of pristine locations. Feel like relaxing in the ocean or river while getting fit and learning new skills? Our stand-up paddle lessons are just for you! All equipment supplied.
Our Stand-Up Paddle Lessons cater for individuals, couples or small groups of up to 4 people. Ideal for families or friends wanting to try something new and build their bond, lovely for couples wanting to share an unforgettable experience together or individuals wanting quality one on one learning to perfect their skills. Either way you decide, each participant can enjoy relaxing and taking in the serenity of the South West.
Our qualified coach will be there every step of the way to have you feeling comfortable on your board and in the water. Lessons begin on the sand making sure you have the right techniques and tips for a safe and fun lesson. In the water, coaches can guide you to balance securely on your board and paddle easily through the water.
Our Stand-Up Paddle Lessons are a popular gift voucher choice for that special someone. We also offer Stand-Up Paddle Hire for those who are already confident in the water.
PRIVATE GROUP
- Price includes wetsuit, board, paddle and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
INDIVIDUAL
- Price includes wetsuit, board, paddle and qualified coach for duration of lesson(s)
BOOKING A SURF LESSON
Margaret River Surf School allows customers to easily book the surf lesson of their choice online or over the phone. Our online service shows the most up to date availability and is open 24/7.
Once you are happy with your lesson choice, click book online or give us a call on 0401 616 200. When you call we will process the booking and payment for you!
After a booking has been made, we email a receipt with a link to your itinerary. This link gives you everything you need to know about your lesson so please make sure you give a valid email address.
Further information can be found within our Frequently Asked Questions sections, so please make sure you check that out if you have any unanswered questions. If you still require more information, feel free to use our Contact page. Send an email enquiry or call us on 0401 616 200 for a chat. We are always happy to help!
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Surfing Lessons
Surfing lessons and programs available at Margaret River Surf School. All equipment supplied. All ages and levels welcome. BOOK NOW
Equipment Hire
Surfboards, wetsuits, bodyboards, stand up paddle boards, snorkel sets and more! Discounts apply when hiring over 48 hours. BOOK NOW
High Performance
Intermediate to advanced - 8 years and older. Private lessons and camps available. Take your surfing to the next level! BOOK NOW
Online Surf Academy
Smarten up your surfing with the most comprehensive online surfing courses on the web. SUBSCRIBE
Schools / Corporate
Margaret River Surf School offers bespoke programs to local schools and groups. Learn to surf and enjoy the region! BOOK NOW
Stand-Up Paddle
Feel like relaxing in the ocean or river while getting fit and learning new skills? Our stand-up paddle lessons are just for you! BOOK NOW
SurfGroms
We run term and holiday programs packed full of fun to keep your grom active, social and safe while learning to surf. BOOK NOW
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