Easter 25th Anniversary Surf Special

On the northern edge of the Gold Coast, Burleigh Heads Beach is a compact, high-energy stretch of sand and surf famous for its peeling point break and the rocky Burleigh headland. Godfathers of the Ocean Surf School runs a 90-minute beginner-focused lesson here, and their 25th Anniversary Easter Surf Special is a tidy way to try surfing with coaches in the water, modern soft-top boards, and an emphasis on ocean awareness and safety. The lesson starts with a beach briefing that covers local currents, basic paddle technique, and how to read sets.

Coaches fit you with a board and rash shirt, and then get in the waist-to-chest-deep water so they can demonstrate, correct position, and offer hands-on support as you attempt your first pop-ups. Small group sizes—about one coach per five or six students—mean personal feedback, and most beginners stand up on their first lessons under this model. Sessions are deliberately playful: part skill drilling, part confidence-building, and part plain fun.

Burleigh's point break is one of the Gold Coast's trademark waves. The break wraps around a volcanic headland and produces clean, rideable waves on most swell directions, which makes it an ideal teaching ground: consistent energy without the punch of a reef break. The beach itself offers a long sand bank, sheltered sections behind the headland, and clear sightlines for coaches monitoring students.

The setting also provides a pleasing contrast of ocean, sand, and the low rocky point that helps shape the surf. Logistics are straightforward: check-in takes place on the footpath in front of the kiosk beneath Burleigh Heads Surf Club—look for Godfathers of the Ocean signage—and aim to arrive ten minutes early to find parking. Participants must be able to swim 15–20 meters; children 5–7 require a parent or guardian in the water with them.

Wetsuit hire and reef-safe sunscreen are available extras for colder water or long days in the sun. This Easter special packages one to four sessions at anniversary pricing—book multiple lessons to lock in repeat practice and faster progress. The school has operated since 2001, and its long local history shows in patient coaching, a clear safety-first culture, and an easy rapport with Gold Coast beach life.

For a first-time surfer or a family looking to learn together, a coached lesson at Burleigh Heads with Godfathers of the Ocean is a practical, energizing way to meet Australian waves and learn the fundamentals in a supportive, well-run program. Bring a sense of curiosity and modest fitness—the short swims and paddling are achievable for most people who can swim, and repeat sessions during the long weekend accelerate skill gains. Book early for limited Easter slots during the 25th Anniversary special rates; spaces fill quickly daily.