Duration:
2h
Perfect for complete beginners or anyone looking to improve their surfing while having fun in a relaxed group environment.
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
From AUD: $80.00
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Catch Your First Wave with Confidence
Never surfed before? No worries! Our small group surf lessons are perfect for complete beginners or anyone wanting to improve their skills. Learn alongside friends, family, or fellow surf enthusiasts in a fun, relaxed environment. Our experienced, local instructors will have you catching waves and standing up on your board in no time! 🏄♂️
Why You’ll Love This Experience
- Expert Coaching: Receive personalised tips from professional instructors dedicated to your safety and progress. 🌊
- Premium Gear Included: We provide top-quality surfboards and warm, comfortable premium wetsuits.
- Small Group Dynamics: Enjoy plenty of individual attention with a low instructor-to-student ratio. 🤙
Key Details
- Suitable For: Complete beginners to intermediate surfers
- Group Size: 2–8 participants per instructor
- Activity: Surfing
- Duration: 2 hours of fun in the water
- Pricing: $80 per person
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Amazing staff and instructors I had an amazing experiance, the staff and instructors are great people and really helpfull. They really helped me improve my surfing.read moreread less
Björn
17 Sep 2026
Quality session for intermediate surfer. Spence was super! Knowledgable and really professional. I'd highly recommend him and the Torquay Surfing Academy.read moreread less
Torquay_Surf, Manager at Torquay Surfing Academy, responded to this review - 2026-09-04
Thank you so much for the review, we are stoked that you had a good time. I will pass on the feedback to Spencer.
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G4428MHdanielp
01 Sep 2026
Best instructors in the Surf Coast The instructor I received was super helpful, very patient and gave me so much knowledge and tips that I’ll use forever. He has perfected the technique and traded his skills to me!read moreread less
Torquay_Surf, Manager at Torquay Surfing Academy, responded to this review - 2026-09-04
Thank you so much for your review, so glad that you were able to take knowledge away from the lesson.
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Nomad58662674341
09 Aug 2026
Most helpful private lessons in Torquay. Most helpful private lessons in Torquay.read moreread less
James
03 Apr 2026
Best surf academy on the Great Ocean Road Once again you and your staff have outdone yourselves. You are the kindest and most patient surf instructors I have ever come across. I brought a group, many with physical injuries and limitations, and everyone felt safe and welcome. One of the highlights of their weeklong trip to Melbourne.read moreread less
asfeiglin
25 Feb 2026
Amazing first lesson Instructors really helpful, lots of time in the water. Would do againread moreread less
Ethan
22 Feb 2026
Great surf session Had Rob as a teacher this morning for a private surf lesson. He was great! Gave me good pointers and had me catching lots of waves. Beautiful morning out on the water! Thanks Rob!read moreread less
Maddy
23 Jan 2026
Great times learning to surf Torquay I bought 2 surf lessons for my 2 grandchildren 9&11. They had a wonderful day time learning and both wee able to stand by the end of the lessonThoroughly recommend , we are
Returning for sure.
Lynne With Nick &Chloe
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Bonnieandlynne
23 Jan 2026
Fantastic time! Booked in my children for 3 days of lessons. They thoroughly enjoyed it and improved a lot during those 3 days! Highly recommend!read moreread less
P727RGolgab
12 Jan 2026
Our kids (10 & 12) had a lesson here. They loved it. We booked them one more lesson. Instructors were very nice and helpful.
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Bojan
29 Dec 2025
Surf lesson with Tony Ray Tony provided good guidance for the boys and surfing techniques. Great learning experience with Tony! They will bring along this skill to other surfing experience.read moreread less
Navigate39438153955
12 Dec 2025
Positive first surf lesson Had a great time on our Surf lesson with Oscar. Ended up being a private lesson with just my friend and I as it was a 10am session on a public holiday (November 2025.) The 2hrs felt generous as a learner and a positive atmosphere overall. They have hot showers we used afterwards and change rooms/lockers. Would highly recommend!read moreread less
Sia
04 Nov 2025
Super friendly team! 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 habits! Gally helped me choose the right board, which made a huge difference. Before booking, I also spoke with Colt, who took the time to talk me through my options, the surf forecast, and the area (I’m a newbie). Such a welcoming and helpful team — I’ll definitely be back!read moreread less
Ginb0
20 Oct 2025
This surf shop is truly meaningful to me. I’ve come many times from Melbourne, and it has always been a pleasure to rent a board in this family-like atmosphere.
Thank you for your advice, the quality of the surfboards, and especially the warm welcome you gave me.
Always trying to be helpful.
Thank you for your advice, the quality of the surfboards, and especially the warm welcome you gave me.
Always trying to be helpful.
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noelie
27 Jun 2025
Wonderful surf shop, I would definitely recommend it!
Chase is really welcoming and will be able to advise you on how to progress effectively. The whole team has a contagious smile, and share the true values of surfing :)
You can enjoy a very wide range of surfboards, from foam boards to refined shortboards.
I hope to come back often and am grateful to have learned to surf here 🫶🏼
Chase is really welcoming and will be able to advise you on how to progress effectively. The whole team has a contagious smile, and share the true values of surfing :)
You can enjoy a very wide range of surfboards, from foam boards to refined shortboards.
I hope to come back often and am grateful to have learned to surf here 🫶🏼
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cam
20 Jun 2025
Lesson with Alexandro Had a lesson I am blind and surfer Alexandro gave me a 2 hour lesson. He is such a good man a perfect instructor for me he taught me to feel the waves and be one with nature Thanks Alexandro from Kristanread moreread less
MatthewJ2043
20 Apr 2025
Great experience Kev was great he was full of knowledge and kept giving me little bits of advice to help me improve each time. Everyone was helpful.read moreread less
Brad
19 Apr 2025
Great knowledgeable staff. They did a good combination of instructions on the beach and in the water. Lesson was a generous 2 hours, probably enough for a beginner. The instructor was very attentive to the class and got people up on the boards.
We arrived late due to getting lost, but they were super kind, helping us to catch up with the class down at the beach.
Beautiful location as well.
Basic but clean toilets at the surf shop. There are plenty of places to eat nearby.
Cant fault it!
We arrived late due to getting lost, but they were super kind, helping us to catch up with the class down at the beach.
Beautiful location as well.
Basic but clean toilets at the surf shop. There are plenty of places to eat nearby.
Cant fault it!
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Jane
17 Apr 2025
The absolute best!! Our group had an amazing experience at Torquay Surfing Academy. We brought a large group with a variety of physical abilities and from beginning to end we were treated with incredible patience and kindness. I’ve previously used a number of different surf schools for our group and I will never again go anywhere else.read moreread less
asfeiglin
12 Mar 2025
great time! Loved our instructor, Kevin! great crew, really friendly, and good teachers. All equipment provided so very easy. Good learning gives good technique and skills so can go practise later on our ownread moreread less
54annelieser
09 Mar 2025
Surf lessons - fun for all! Another fantastic lesson with these super surfers. Get a new tip every time I go. Thanks for a super day out! I’d recommend this to anyone of any surfing ability. They’re great teachers and it’s super value!read moreread less
Jessica
31 Jan 2025
If you're in Torquay, visit the Surfing Academy Right from the moment you walk through the door they are so welcoming. They know exactly what they're doing and make it as easy and quick as possible to get down to the beach and enjoy the surfing. We went on a public holiday and the beach was packed but somehow Alessandro managed to keep an eye on us all and give individual tuition once we were in the water. The whole family had a great time as absolute beginners and we would definitely go back to the Surfing Academy next time.read moreread less
SavvySavSav
27 Jan 2025
Child friendly I did the multi private lesson with my 7 year old daughter and she had so much fun she asked if we could do it again tomorrow.read moreread less
K
24 Jan 2025
Rented two beginner surf boards for 4 hours for $80 total. EFTPOS surcharge of $1.20. Driver licence need for rental.
Boards were 8 foot long, wide and buoyant so made catching waves really easy. Both boards just fit into our SUV for the drive down to the beach. Had a handle on the middle of the boards that made it easier to carry. However that handle does dig in a little into the ribs/stomach when you're paddling and into the feet when you've popped up.
Shop was closed by 4pm on a Sunday so drop off after was to leave boards at a rack behind the shop.
Boards were 8 foot long, wide and buoyant so made catching waves really easy. Both boards just fit into our SUV for the drive down to the beach. Had a handle on the middle of the boards that made it easier to carry. However that handle does dig in a little into the ribs/stomach when you're paddling and into the feet when you've popped up.
Shop was closed by 4pm on a Sunday so drop off after was to leave boards at a rack behind the shop.
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Jason
19 Jan 2025
My daughter took two lessons over the weekend, on the Sunday she was the only one in the class and had a private lesson with Jamie!!! She loved it and was standing up and surfing by the end of the lesson! Thanks so much!
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Ruth
19 Jan 2025
Amazing! Learning from experience :) Absolutely amazing! Tony is an incredible teacher with so much experience. We had never surfed before & after a few lessons have so much more confidence & skill to keep practicing. I would 100% recommend lessons with TSA 😊read moreread less
758stephd
19 Jan 2025
Wonderfully Stupendous Surf Lesson in Famous Torquay By far the best surf lesson I’ve had all over the world. I’m very new to surfing. I live in the mtns so I don’t get the opportunity to surf often. I did a 3 day surf camp in Costa Rica last year. But the tweaks that Coach Kev gave me in our two hour lesson were so foundationly important that it really completed my surfing core. I can’t wait to get out in the waves again and practice over and over. Highly Recommendread moreread less
Drew-of-ten-sees
09 Jan 2025
Great experienced instructor Great experienced instructor passing on years of knowledge in back to basics session working on fundamentals. Will be back.read moreread less
Passenger13390057978
09 Jan 2025
HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE!
the owner of this bussiness offer us to use the showers once finishing our board rentals and by mu surprise- as I was showering completely NUDE- he obviouwly heard the shower and came up to me & saw me nude. Once having seen me nude, I said “Im sorry??” He step back & then CAME twice & saw me naked AGAIN.
This is obviously a super overwhelming experience. I felt harrased & super humillated.
I hope nobody have this experience. Not recommend at ALL. Im super dissapointed.
If I could give 0 stars, I will.
the owner of this bussiness offer us to use the showers once finishing our board rentals and by mu surprise- as I was showering completely NUDE- he obviouwly heard the shower and came up to me & saw me nude. Once having seen me nude, I said “Im sorry??” He step back & then CAME twice & saw me naked AGAIN.
This is obviously a super overwhelming experience. I felt harrased & super humillated.
I hope nobody have this experience. Not recommend at ALL. Im super dissapointed.
If I could give 0 stars, I will.
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anapaula
22 Nov 2024
surfing lession amazing and professional surfer teaching to surf. various equipment and boards for the starter.. beat place to learn in torquayread moreread less
rajat
26 Feb 2024
The Best Fun So much fun. Kev got my level but challenged me to get the most out of our two hours together. I felt safe and supported by him and really built a strong foundation as someone just starting out. Would absolutely recommend.read moreread less
georgiarad
06 Feb 2024
This is long overdue but here goes. From the moment we stepped into the shop we knew this was where we wanted our kids to learn to surf. To learn from who else but the locals of the surf area. We started with a lesson with the beautiful and kind Jamie and then we signed up for four more! The surf instructors really did a good job with the technical aspects of the lessons- and they even go above and beyond. We ended the series of 5 lessons with Arty- such an amazing young man. Thank you to everyone at Torquay surf academy. We will be back !
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Noor
04 Feb 2024
What a morning ☀️ ????????♀️ Our kids had the best time down at Cosy Corner with Jamie learning to surf. She was a knowledgeable instructor with a great personality so the kids felt comfortable as soon as they met her. All 3 kids - 12yo, 10yo and 6yo were up on the boards not long after they hit the water. We’ll be back for sure ????????♂️ ????????read moreread less
Katrina
04 Feb 2024
Amazing experience Had the most incredible time catching some beautiful waves at Torquay beach, myslelf and my partner got stuck in traffic on way down and we were 30mins late but they were very accommodating and made our experience feel at ease, friendly and helpful staff with a smile. The lessons were great, would Recommend doing an early morning lesson as it was very busy at12:30 session. cannot wait to go back down soon and so it all over againread moreread less
24daynas
03 Feb 2024
Fricken awesome Spencer and Taylor are encouraging and experienced Surf Teachers.Absolutely loved catching my first wave! Can’t stop going back. World Class ????
Guys in shop are super helpful too-for all ages shapes & sizes.
Love this place.
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Sue
26 Jan 2024
Really enjoyable experience Was a really good, fun experience! The instructor, Arthur, made us feel at ease and safe in the water having never done surfing before. Provided us with great advice and assisted us as much as we needed. Would definitely recommend a surf lesson with the Torquay Surfing Academy.read moreread less
chloelmilligan
16 Jan 2024
I have hired a surfboard from this company on several occasions over serval years and often with other people who require one also. Every single time I have been there, every single staff has provided top-notch service along with a clean high-quality board at very reasonable prices. The store is always clean and welcoming and when the time comes, you can also buy a surfboard there as well.
Surfing is one of the most beautiful things we can do here in Australia and getting your equipment from this company just makes the whole experience all the better.
Surfing is one of the most beautiful things we can do here in Australia and getting your equipment from this company just makes the whole experience all the better.
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Paul
19 Dec 2023
Invest in yourself to improve your skills I’m an experienced surfer with 30 years in the water. Kevin was able to point out really helpful tips to help fine tune my skills. We got on waves with challenging conditions. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or experienced surfer, I’d highly recommend a private lesson from Torquay Surf Academy.read moreread less
Patrick
04 Dec 2023
American here (from SoCal), and called up the day before on short notice while on holiday and they were able to accommodate having someone tutor/shadow me to surf the famous "Bells."
Marwin was very knowledgeable and a great guide. Also big thank you to Brad and Chase for accommodating!
Highly recommended!
Marwin was very knowledgeable and a great guide. Also big thank you to Brad and Chase for accommodating!
Highly recommended!
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Tyler
01 Dec 2023
We had a multi private lesson with Kevin - his instructions were so clear and he showed us the technique step by step. He was patient and gave great feedback so we were standing up in no time! Fantastic teacher! The team at the shop were also really helpful. Look no further for a surf lesson!
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Claudia
06 Nov 2023
Best two hours in Torquay! Booked two hour lesson and I wasn't sure if I will be able to get anything out of it as I am not a good swimmer. But Brad, our instructor was very kind and helpful. He made sure we were safe and learning in best possible way. H e explained the basics very clearly which gave us good exposure to surf easily. By the end one of us was able to stand on the surfing board while I was able to get on my knee. We are happy to have selected Torquay Surf academy and will recommend to anyone who wish to learn the most in a day. You should book online a day prior as lessons begin at 10am.read moreread less
Venture08509003037
22 Oct 2023
Awesome! Hamish was awesome!!! Friendly, kind and it all went smoothly. Would def rebook with the team. Thanks so muchread moreread less
Chris
21 Oct 2023
Experienced and friendly coaches Top class lesson - coaches really knowledgeable and able to breakdown what I needed to work on to progress.Also provide good warm wetsuits!!
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lydiatY5662PA
17 Oct 2023
Had 2 private lessons with Kevin. The man is a seriously clever teacher. The sheer amount of detail in his advice could fill a book. Took my surfing further than any other teacher I've had prior. Will absolutely come back for more when I can!
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Rohan
13 Oct 2023
Great service. Brad replied to my enquiry promptly and when I made the trip down a few days later got me into a wetsuit and a board promptly. Equipment was great, wetsuit brand new! Also had very good local knowledge of the area.
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Eugene
02 Oct 2023
Spring surf Excellent coaches (patient, able to cope with huge variations in ability and extremely personable), vast local knowledge, easy booking process - will definitely go backread moreread less
Andrei
25 Sep 2023
Learn to surf Booked private surf lessons with Torquay Surf Academy. Kevin has been awesome mentoring me with my surf skills. Very encouraging and knowledgeable. If you want to surf. Come see these guysread moreread less
michiain
28 Jul 2023
Brad was super helpful in selecting the best board for me to rent based on my experience! Easy walk to the surf beach too :)
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Claire
20 Jul 2023
Highly recommendable!
Professional staff who provide excellent surf coaching with very good boards.
I would definitely come back - Thank you very much!
Professional staff who provide excellent surf coaching with very good boards.
I would definitely come back - Thank you very much!
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Veronika
14 Jul 2023
Enjoyed my surf session very much Highly recommendable!Professional staff for excellent surf coaching with very good boards.
Would definitely come back - Thank you!
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Veronika
14 Jul 2023
Exhilarating fun even in winter! Absolutely loved my surf lesson today! The guys were so nice at the surf shop and lent me a wetsuit. The boards were super forgiving and the instruction was so good. I’m so happy with how it went. Wasn’t cold at all even tho it was mid winter. Was so exhilarating to stand-up a good few times during the lesson. How exciting! Really recommend these guys.read moreread less
Jessica
09 Jul 2023
We had a surf group lesson sunday morning and it was amazing. I really recommend it. Brad is friendly and the girl coach is a good teacher and keep smiling dispite of cold water, she's strong!Unfortunately we didn't have time to thank her. We will have good memories
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Mélanie
22 May 2023
Great experience The kids thoroughly enjoyed their session. They all managed to catch waves and stand up. I would thoroughly recommend these guys for their knowledge and care!read moreread less
angeljg7
16 May 2023
Best part of the holiday My whole family and I had a private surf lesson. We all really loved it. Everyone managed to stand up and some of us did really well. The instruction and equipment was truly first class. The wet suits were much appreciated and I didn’t feel cold at all. The instructor was friendly, patient and very helpful. I didn’t want the 2 hours to end but at the same time we were all exhausted. I would recommend this to anyone who can swim well and enjoys the beach. We are now hooked on surfing and may well do some again very soon if we can fit it in to our schedule. Thank you for such a memorable and fantastic experience.read moreread less
Magski123
31 Mar 2023
Awesome and amazing!!! An amazing time filled with so much information and guidance! Thanks Kev!!Had the most awesome morning even without the sunshine. Could not have asked for a more easy going, kind and helpful teacher who gave me so much confidence . I am looking forward to coming back later in the week and weeks ahead!
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cigellew
29 Mar 2023
We took our two kids up to Torquay for a couple of days as a Birthday treat for my son Evren. Surfing lessons with Brad was part of the fun and both kids had an absolute blast. Everything from wetsuit fit out to the actual lesson was on point. Brad was clear in his teaching, very knowledgeable about surfing
and patient with the kids. We will back there again at some stage and thank you to Brad and the team for an amazing family experience.
and patient with the kids. We will back there again at some stage and thank you to Brad and the team for an amazing family experience.
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Hasan
27 Mar 2023
I had a wonderful experience here for a board hire. Service was wonderful, friendly gentleman who might be the owner/manager was helpful. I came from California, didn't have a board, and just wanted to find something more than just a foam board to use. Super thankful they had a series of epoxies in different sizes, some that were surprisingly fun and maneuverable on head high days, see picture with Drifter epoxy models, those were amazing.
Can't reiterate it enough, good people, nice boards, friendly, even gave me recs on fish n chips and breweries. Will be back!
Can't reiterate it enough, good people, nice boards, friendly, even gave me recs on fish n chips and breweries. Will be back!
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Howard
28 Feb 2023
Great fun and a good beginning. I'm an old chook, probably too old to learn to surf, but Kev was thorough and patient. He filled the 2 hours with a balance of instruction, explanation and on-water practice. I feel confident that, with replenished energy, I will be able to follow through with his advice and teaching and make it!read moreread less
ACW56
19 Feb 2023
Legends Was a great experience at surfing academy. Fitted into wetsuit and headed down to the beach, given board and a run through of etiquette in the water and safety. Was able to catch heaps of waves, although didn’t always get to standing. The ocean is a humbling place haha. Arty is an absolute legend, he took time to give everyone some attention and instructed my Euro speaking partner with ease. His positive and friendly vibes are infectious and I hope to return again! Thanks so much Arty and surf academyread moreread less
googleu172
12 Feb 2023
Like going surfing with a friend We had a great time! Part of a very small group and we were in the water only minutes after getting down to the beach. Instead of long drawn out things on land like I've seen other schools do. It's definitely a more personal approach, you ask questions and you'll get tips to help you progress. Just like a friend taking you out.
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JSNLWR
30 Jan 2023
