FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
First time or already surfed before — we’ve got you covered. Here’s everything you need to know before your lesson.
GETTING STARTED
Not at all — most of our surfers are complete beginners. We’ll teach you everything from scratch in a fun, supportive environment.
Very likely. With the right coaching, beginner-friendly waves, and soft boards, most people are up and riding in their first lesson.
Yes — safety is our top priority. We teach in waist-deep water at beginner-friendly beaches, and all instructors are fully qualified in surf rescue and first aid.
That’s completely normal. We work with all confidence levels and tailor the experience to you. By the end of the lesson, most people surprise themselves.
Definitely. If you’re still building the basics, group lessons are a great option. Once you’re past that stage, we recommend a private lesson to help you progress faster with more focused coaching.
LESSON DETAILS
Private lessons are 2 hours, while group lessons run for 3–4 hours, including transport and coaching — with 1.5–2 hours in the water to give you plenty of time to learn.
Surfboard + wetsuit
Experienced instructors
Transport to the beach
Safety briefing + coaching
Our surf school is in the centre of Byron Bay, just a short walk from the beach. We also offer pick-up from selected locations.
Swimwear, towel, sunscreen, and water — we take care of the rest.
For safety reasons, all group lessons use soft foam boards, which are ideal for learning. If you’d like to use your own board — or try one of our fibreglass boards — we recommend booking a private lesson so we can tailor the session to you.
No — you’re welcome to space your lessons out. While we automatically book them on consecutive days, you can request different dates when booking or contact us and we’ll organise it to suit your schedule.
Conditions change daily, so the best time depends on tides, wind, and swell. The good news — Byron Bay has great surf year-round, and we take you to the best location each day.
WHY CHOOSE US
We’ve been operating in Byron Bay for over 16 years, with local knowledge to choose the best location each day for the best possible waves. Most importantly, our instructors genuinely care — they’re there to make sure you have a great time in the water.
We keep our groups small with a 1:7 instructor-to-student ratio (better than the standard 1:8), so you get more waves, more feedback, and more personal coaching throughout your lesson.
Our team are experienced surfers and fully qualified instructors with surf rescue and first aid training. Many of our coaches are locals who know the Byron coastline inside out, so you’re always in the right place for the conditions
PROGRESSION & OPTIONS
After a few lessons and some practice, many people feel confident catching small waves independently. We’ll guide you every step of the way.
Yes — we offer multi-day lessons and Surf & Stay packages so you can progress faster and get the most out of your time in Byron.
SURF & STAY
Our Surf & Stay packages combine daily surf lessons with accommodation in Byron Bay — the perfect way to immerse yourself in the surf lifestyle.
Daily group surf lessons
Surfboard + wetsuit hire
Accommodation
Local deals and perks
We partner with The Surf House — a modern, centrally located surf hostel just minutes from the beach.
Not at all. We cater to all levels and tailor coaching to your experience. Private upgrades are available for faster progression.
Yes — you can extend your stay, add extra lessons, or bring friends along. We’re happy to help coordinate everything.
Check-in is from 2:00 PM, but you’re welcome to arrive earlier and explore. You can store luggage at The Surf House.
Usually on the afternoon of arrival. If you arrive late, we’ll move it to the next day in the afternoon.
LOGISTICS
Yes — we offer free pick-up and drop-off from selected locations around Byron Bay.
We run lessons in most conditions — you’re getting wet anyway. If conditions are unsafe, we’ll reschedule or offer a refund.
Yes — just give us at least 24 hours’ notice (72 hours during peak periods).
HIRE SHOP
Surfboards, SUPs, bodyboards, snorkel gear, wetsuits, beach equipment, and bikes.
No — just walk in. All rentals are first-come, first-served.
Yes — discounted multi-day and weekly rates are available.
No — we focus on surf and beach gear.
Just a credit card — no ID required.
Yes — a waiver covering responsibility for gear.
We understand accidents happen — we’ll assess it fairly.
We occasionally run board clearance sales and sell used wetsuits in-store.
FEEDBACK
If you had a great time, we’d love a Google or TripAdvisor review.
If not, contact us directly — we’re always happy to help.
BOOKING
We recommend booking at least 24 hours in advance, and 72 hours during peak periods to secure your spot.
Yes — especially during the summer months and holidays. We often fill up, so it’s best to book early.
You can book online, over the phone, or in-store. If you don’t see availability, give us a call — we’ll do our best to fit you in.
Ready to get in the water?