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Day programs

Two hours or a whole term: coached surfing that fits around real life, at Te Arai, Orewa, Mangawhai and Christchurch. Boards and wetsuits always included.

from $69 Ages 4 to adult 4 regions Gear included
Six programs

Pick your session

from $69
Two learners carrying soft boards up the beach after a lesson
Ages 6+ · Te Arai, Orewa, Christchurch

2hr Surf Lesson

The classic starting point: two coached hours, small groups split by ability, standing up on day one. From $79 adults, $69 youth and family rates.

Times + booking
from $99 pp
Coach and learner high fiving in the water mid lesson
Ages 4+ · Te Arai, Orewa, Christchurch

Private Surf Lesson

One coach, your agenda, from $99 pp. Extra surfers can be added at booking. Fastest way to fix a specific thing or get a grom hooked.

Times + booking
from $269
Sista throwing a shaka mid ride on a coached session
Women 14+ · Te Arai, Christchurch

Surf Sistas

The womens weekly crew: same coach, same lineup, rising wave count across a multi-week block. Teens surf alongside mums.

Blocks + booking
from $199
Two kids riding a holiday program wave together
Ages 6 to 16 · Orewa, Mangawhai, Christchurch

School holiday programs

Two coached sessions a day, 9am to 1pm, across 2 or 4 days in every school break. The babysitter that returns your kid tired, salty and taller-feeling.

Dates + booking
$169
Young surfer trimming a summer program wave in a full wetsuit
Ages 6 to 16 · Orewa, Te Arai, Mangawhai, Christchurch

Kids Summer Surf Program

Three consecutive 90 minute mornings, Boxing Day to late January, each session building on the last. $189 on public holiday blocks.

Blocks + booking
$199+
Two kids sharing a wave at an after school surf session
School years · Orewa, Mangawhai, Christchurch

After school surfing

Six-week term blocks that turn Tuesday afternoon into surf training. Same crew each week, skills stack fast.

Terms + booking
At a glance

Programs by place and price

ProgramWhoWhereFormatPrice
2hr Surf Lesson Ages 6+ Te Arai, Orewa, Christchurch 2 hours, small group from $69
Private Surf Lesson Ages 4+ Te Arai, Orewa, Christchurch 1 or 2 people, extras can join from $99 pp
Surf Sistas Women 14+ Te Arai, Christchurch Weekly multi-week block from $269
Holiday programs Ages 6 to 16 Orewa, Mangawhai, Christchurch 2 or 4 days, every school holidays $199 to $379
Kids Summer Surf Program Ages 6 to 16 Orewa, Te Arai, Mangawhai, Christchurch 3 consecutive days, Boxing Day to late Jan $169 to $189
After school surfing School years Orewa, Mangawhai, Christchurch 6 week term block $199 to $229

Lesson pricing by beach: Te Arai $79, or $69 each for 4 or more. Orewa $79. Christchurch $69 youth, $79 adult, $65 each for 4 or more. Full details on the lessons page.

Questions

Day program FAQ

Which program suits my kid?

A 2hr lesson is the taster, holiday programs fill the school breaks with 2 or 4 day blocks, the Kids Summer Surf Program owns Boxing Day to late January, and after school surfing turns a term into surf training. All suitable for kids or teens; we group by ages. Camps are great for creating new found confidence.

Which programs suit adults?

2hr group lessons and private coaching take all ages, and Surf Sistas is the womens weekly crew at Te Arai and Christchurch. Plenty of parents book the same session as their kids.

Where does each program run?

Lessons at Te Arai, Orewa and Sumner. Holiday programs and after school at Orewa, Mangawhai and Christchurch. The summer program adds Te Arai, and Surf Sistas runs Te Arai and Christchurch.

Is gear always included?

Yes. Boards and wetsuits come with every lesson and program at every beach, and your own gear is always welcome.

How do I book?

Instantly online with live availability, per beach and per date. No enquiry forms, no phone tag; though the phone works too if you prefer a human.

What is the cancellation policy?

All day programs and lessons: 5 days notice for a full refund, or reschedule free of charge. Full terms are shown at checkout.

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