Please meet at the end of Chapman Road, First carpark 15 minutes prior to your lesson and you will see the Purple Surf and Sun trailer.
Description
Surf's up in South Australia, where you can take a 2-hour surf lesson at Middleton Beach, south of Adelaide. Learn the basics and practice skills with a qualified surfing instructor. Surfboard, rash top, sunscreen, and wetsuit are provided. Select a morning or afternoon lesson time when booking.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
10:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Next available
Fri, Oct 9
Adult (ages 16+)
$46
Child (ages 7–15)
$46
In demand: 33 of the next 60 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
1pm Lesson
Group Beginner Lesson
10am Lesson
Group Beginner Lesson
What's included
Included
All necessary equipment
Surf instructor
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
64 reviews
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60
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How it compares in Adelaide
Starting price $46 is 23% below the typical $60 for tours of similar length in Adelaide
Excurgo comparison of 351 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Learn to Surf at Middleton Beach take?
Learn to Surf at Middleton Beach lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Learn to Surf at Middleton Beach cost?
Prices start at $46 per person for this Adelaide experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Learn to Surf at Middleton Beach run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
How much does Learn to Surf at Middleton Beach cost for children?
Children aged 7–15 pay from $46, adults from $46.
Does Learn to Surf at Middleton Beach sell out?
It can: 33 of the next 60 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Learn to Surf at Middleton Beach for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please meet at the end of Chapman Road, First carpark 15 minutes prior to your lesson and you will see the Purple Surf and Sun trailer. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Learn to Surf at Middleton Beach offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Learn to Surf at Middleton Beach worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 64 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Surf & Sun Middleton.
Reviews(64)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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danielsZ1970QL
March 23, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Best surf school in the biz
We had group of around 12 people and only 2 instructors, but those 2 instructors were soooooo good at teaching us the basics. Max was especially helpful for me when teaching me the pop up, and was supporting me for the entire 2 hour session in the water! I had a blast and i would HIGHLY recommend them for anyone wanting to surf. I reckon anyone from 6-60 could learn to surf if they went with surf and sun middleton
Operator response
Thank you so much for your review and kind words, we really appreciate it. We will be sure to let Max know, and we are really happy to hear you enjoyed your experience.
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sc8f238cc3d784ba2025
July 13, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
fun lesson!
My three boys loved the surf lesson ! They left feeling cared for and successful. Would definitely recommend!
Operator response
Thank you for your review - this is amazing. We are stoked you enjoyed your experience.
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Echo C
February 14, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend
All the instructors are good and helped me progress a lot. The group lessons are very affordable. Moana is good for beginners, whereas Middleton has bigger waves.
Operator response
Thank you Echo! We are glad you enjoyed your experience.
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martinN7644WB
February 9, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great Surf lesson
Can only recommend participating in this lesson. Very good teachers and a great choice of place to teach
Operator response
Thanks for the 5 star review Martin!
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Sandy0967
January 21, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Surfing Experience
Both Niks and Joshua were very kind and patient to teach us. I really enjoyed the class and also referred to my friends.
Operator response
Thank you Sandy much appreciated.
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Q3560TFceciliac
December 26, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great surfing class for absolute first timers
Our son did this before and we brought our friends visiting from overseas. With 4 kids of beginners level we booked a family lesson. The attention and instruction given was fantastic and our teenager kids have a brilliant time. Highly recommended.
Operator response
We really appreciate your feedback! Thank you for taking the time to review us. We are really happy you had a great experience with Surf and Sun.
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4Kasey
December 25, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Such a great experience
My daughters, who are 8 & 10, had their first surf lesson and absolutely loved it. They haven’t spent too much time at the beach, so it was great that they learnt about beach safety first and the technique of getting on how to use the board. In the water they had the coach there to help them out, give further instructions and guide them. They both had the best time, and would love to do it again.
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to write a review! We are stoked to hear that your daughters had a great time. Thank you!
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Kari_B
December 24, 2024 · via Viator
Wow what an excellent experience
The best experience of my life. I highly recommend doing this and using this company.
They supplied the equipment needed, explained safety concerns and helped you in the water.
If you are on the fence about trying this, don’t you will remember it forever.
Operator response
Wow thank you so much for this review - it is really wonderful to hear you had such a great time. Thanks again!
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J6443VLreneem
December 24, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Private lesson for 7 year old
I booked the private surf lesson for my 7 year old nephew. He absolutely loved it. The instructor was brilliant with him and they were surfing in no time. I was able to be in the water and enjoy watching and cheering, knowing there was an adult focussed solely on my child. There was a great balance of safety and fun. I am really glad we went with the private lesson and would definitely recommend!
Operator response
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We really appreciate it and we are really happy you enjoyed your experience.
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Iraf27085
November 3, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
It was really fun.
1. It's a modest beach in the Antarctic Sea. It's easy for beginners to surf, and it feels overwhelmed because there are few people.
2. The boss was kind. He pulled me when the waves came.
3. This experience is priceless.
Operator response
Thank you for your 5 star review.
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