4 Great Ocean Road Surf Lessons Worth Booking

1.Two Hour Surf Lesson in Torquay on the Great Ocean Road

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 115 reviews · from $47Our pick

Meet the Torquay Surfing Academy on Bell Street for a two-hour beginner lesson near the Great Ocean Road. You’ll get a wetsuit, board, safety briefing, and coaching on handling waves and standing up. Coaches including Kev and Molly work with small groups, while lockers and a hot shower make the finish easy.

“Our Great Ocean Drive experience started at our first stop in Torquay with a two hour surfing lesson. The instructors were amazingly helpful and we all managed to get up. I was travelling with my teenage children and they loved the experience. Would definitely recommend it!”

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2.Learn to Surf at Torquay on the Great Ocean Road

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · from $60Top rated

Meet at Go Ride A Wave in Torquay for a two-hour beginner lesson. Coaches provide a wetsuit, soft board, beach safety briefing, and hands-on help in waist-deep water. You will practise standing and catching waves in a group of no more than eight, then return to shower and change.

“We had a great time. Tim is a legend - he explained everything in simple, easy to understand terms, and provided good feedback in the water. Recommend!”

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3.Learn to Surf at Anglesea on the Great Ocean Road

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · from $60

Meet Go Ride A Wave at 143B Great Ocean Road for a 2-hour beginner surf class at Anglesea Beach. You’ll learn safety, paddle in waist-deep water, practice standing, and surf with help from a qualified instructor. Soft boards, wetsuits, showers, and changing facilities are included.

“Really fun and easy to book and all was very smooth flowing. Loved all of it and no complications whatsoever.”

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4.2-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Torquay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $132

Meet the Torquay Surfing Academy at 34A Bell Street for a private two-hour lesson shaped around your ability. Coaches such as Rob, Kev, Kevin, Tony, and Alexandro work with first-timers through advanced surfers. Boards and other equipment are included, and you finish back at the meeting point with access to a hot shower.

“I had an amazing private lesson with Kev yesterday morning! He was encouraging, really knowledgeable about the area, and clearly passionate about what he does. I left the session having learned so much — and even kicked a few bad habiRead more”

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