One Wave at a Time: Private Surf Coaching with Alex Heads in Brisbane

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One Wave at a Time: Private Surf Coaching with Alex Heads in Brisbane

A 60-minute private surf lesson that pairs one-on-one coaching with tailored drills to build skill and confidence for beginners and intermediate surfers.

One Wave at a Time: Private Surf Coaching with Alex Heads in Brisbane.

Duration
60 minutes
Location
Brisbane
Operator
XL Surfing Academy
Category
Private
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Private Lessons - Alex Heads delivers personalised, one-on-one surf coaching in Brisbane that accelerates progress through focused feedback and instruction. Sessions concentrate on technique, confidence and practical surf skills so each rider advances at their own pace.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

One-on-one attention from an experienced coach
THE COACH

One-on-one attention from an experienced coach

A private format ensures an instructor’s full attention, allowing immediate, individual feedback and drills tailored to your movement and timing.

Tailored instruction to accelerate development
THE PROGRESSION

Tailored instruction to accelerate development

Lessons are structured to hone specific skills—paddling, positioning and wave selection—so progression is efficient and measurable.

Designed for beginners and intermediate riders
THE SUITABILITY

Designed for beginners and intermediate riders

The session focuses on building confidence in the water and refining fundamentals, making it ideal for those starting out or consolidating basic surf technique.

What the day feels like

What it feels like

A private surf lesson is deliberate and focused: a coach assesses your current skills, walks you through targeted drills, and puts you in the water for coached repetitions. The emphasis is on technique and confidence—refining paddling, improving positioning, and coaching wave selection so each attempt is purposeful.

One-on-one attention from an experienced coach

THE COACH

One-on-one attention from an experienced coach

A private format ensures an instructor’s full attention, allowing immediate, individual feedback and drills tailored to your movement and timing.

Tailored instruction to accelerate development

THE PROGRESSION

Tailored instruction to accelerate development

Lessons are structured to hone specific skills—paddling, positioning and wave selection—so progression is efficient and measurable.

Designed for beginners and intermediate riders

THE SUITABILITY

Designed for beginners and intermediate riders

The session focuses on building confidence in the water and refining fundamentals, making it ideal for those starting out or consolidating basic surf technique.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this lesson suits best.

1
BeginnersIdeal — lessons emphasize technique, water confidence and steady progression for those new to surfing.
2
Intermediate surfersWell suited — the coaching refines paddling, positioning and wave selection to move intermediates toward more consistent rides.
3
Advanced surfersNot the primary focus — the program is tailored to beginners and intermediate riders rather than high-performance advanced coaching.
4
Solo travelersA strong match — the private, one-on-one format gives solo participants concentrated instruction and rapid feedback.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Session length

Each private lesson runs for 60 minutes.

What to bring

The operator provides all necessary surf gear.

Format

Private, one-on-one coaching that is tailored to the individual participant’s pace and goals.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is a private lesson?

Private lessons are 60 minutes long.

Who are these lessons suitable for?

They are suitable for beginners and intermediate surfers seeking focused, personalized coaching.

Is equipment provided?

Yes — all necessary surf gear is provided by the operator.

What do coaches concentrate on during the lesson?

Coaches focus on technique, building confidence, and practical skills such as paddling, positioning and wave selection.

What is the primary benefit of taking a private lesson?

Private lessons accelerate progress through one-on-one feedback and instruction tailored to the individual.