Beginner Group Lesson
Surfing at Clifton Beach
South Coast Surf School's surf lessons
In these two-hour surf lessons we introduce surfing fundamentals, etiquette, safety, wave dynamics, paddling skills, surfboard positioning, maneuvering, proper stand-up and riding techniques.
We have both Open Groups and Private Groups available by reservation. Form your own private group with 4 or more. Larger group discounts are available upon request for groups of 6 participants or more.
Special sessions for ladies or men only, wedding parties, bachelor/ette, parties, corporate team building, school groups, church groups, birthday parties, Yoga and surf retreats are also available.
31 Thompson Way, Clifton Beach, TAS, Australia
What you will be learning as a beginner surfer:
- Introduction to surf equipment and gear;
- Safety issues;
- How waves form in the ocean;
- The geography of Tasmania: waves and beaches;
- The history of surf: From inception to today;
- How to position yourself on the board and how to paddle, handle, and sit on the board;
- How to clear the breaking zone and deal with white water;
- Priority rules;
- Initiation to take-off techniques (standing on the board);
- Take-off timing;
- Line-up positioning;
- Surfing waves before they break;
- Surfing green waves in safety and with some control.
Warm clothes; drinking water; sunscreen; a towel; swimwear...and a go for it attitude!