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Viator · group up to 7 pax

Learn to Surf at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast

5.0(523)Surfers Paradise1 hour
VIATOR4.7(29)TRIPADVISOR5.0(494)

Description

Learn to surf at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast in Queensland, one of Australia's most iconic surf destinations. With its warm waters and golden beach that streches for 1.9 miles (3 km), Surfers Paradise is the place to learn to surf. You'll learn to surf in waist deep water with fully qualified surf instructors who are also surf life savers. Soft beginner surf board and rash vests or wetsuit are included.

Tour Options

2 Hour Surf Lesson

Highlights

All equipment: soft surfboard, legrope, rash vest or wetsuit and sunscreen
Fully qualified professional guide

What's included

Included
All equipment: soft surfboard, legrope, rash vest or wetsuit and sunscreen
Fully qualified professional guide
Not included
Food and drinks
Transfers
Bathers and towel

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(523)

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Peter_S
August 19, 2026
Great family activity!

The team made sure everyone enjoyed themselves and felt included, including the kiddos. Special shout out to Jack who went above and beyond!

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Michael_D
August 7, 2026
Great experience. Highly...

Great experience. Highly recommend this surf lesson. Builds a good foundation and instruction was perfect.

Operator response

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so glad you enjoyed your lesson and found the instruction helpful. Building confidence and giving everyone a strong foundation is exactly what we aim for. Thanks for the recommendation, and we hope to see you back catching more waves soon! 🌊🏄🤙

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lillymariem
August 1, 2026
Happy with our guide

Great guide! Very fun experience

Operator response

Thank you for your great review, Lilly! We're so happy you had a fun time learning to surf with us. It's wonderful to hear your guide helped make the experience so enjoyable. We really appreciate your feedback and hope to see you back on the Gold Coast for another lesson soon! 🏄🌊

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davidhZ4598UM
July 29, 2026
Perfect

Very friendly, easy to book and find them. Reception (Borror) was excellent as was the instructor (Blake). Would highly recommend.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, David! We're delighted to hear you found the booking process easy and enjoyed your experience with us. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Bora and Blake—they'll really appreciate the recognition. Thanks for the recommendation, and we hope to see you back for another surf soon! 🏄🌊

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Companion10122242852
July 28, 2026
Cici is the best 🫶🏻

Had a great experience with Cici this morning - she was so kind and patient, an excellent instructor 🫶🏻. Much fun! Thank you x

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Catherine E
July 28, 2026
A must-do

Very nice experience. Super nice instructor. Small group.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your lovely review, Catherine! We're delighted you had such a great experience and enjoyed learning in one of our small groups. It's wonderful to hear our instructor made your lesson so enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back for another surf the next time you're on the Gold Coast! 🏄🌊

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eliasmG9946UE
July 15, 2026
Perfect

We enjoyed surfing so much today. We took the beginners class, even though we’ve surfed a couple of times before. Yet, thanks to Seb, we learned more during this class than in the past few years. Enjoyed it a lot, thanks & greetings from Belgium!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! 🤙 We're thrilled you enjoyed your lesson and that Seb was able to help you build on your previous surfing experience. It's wonderful to hear you learned more in one lesson and had such a great time in the water. Thanks for choosing us, and greetings back to Belgium—we hope to see you again on your next visit to the Gold Coast!

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P3312IXjasonr
June 30, 2026
Had the best time!

Jack and Louis were perfect! 10 year old boy and 12 year old girl were reluctant. But after instructions from Jack, they were up and surfing in 30 minutes. Had a blast, great instructors and equipment. Highly recommended!!!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled your family had such a great time. Jack and Louis will be stoked to hear your kind words. Seeing your kids go from reluctant to standing up and surfing is exactly why we love what we do. Thanks for recommending Go Ride a Wave—we hope to see you all again soon! 🤙

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629lexiej
June 22, 2026
Must book

Such a good experience! The instructors were very nice and helpful.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled you had such a great experience. Our instructors will be so pleased to hear your kind words. Thanks for recommending Go Ride a Wave, and we hope to see you back for another surf lesson soon! 🤙

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Nancy_R
June 15, 2026
Best surfing lesson from 11 yrs old to 46!

We had an amazing time! Highly recommend booking your surfing lessons here! We had a party of 10 and every single one of us got up on the board. Jack and Harriet were fabulous instructors who really took the time with each one of us and helped us get up and have fun!! Definitely book here!!!

Operator response

Thank you for the amazing review! We're thrilled to hear your group had such a fantastic time and that everyone managed to stand up on their boards. Jack and Harriet will be stoked to hear your kind words. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome all 10 of you back for another surf adventure soon!

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