DODGES FERRY SURF FIELD GUIDE
Small Feet, Big Waves: SurfGroms at Park Beach, Dodges Ferry
A kids-only surf program in Dodges Ferry that teaches 5–12-year-olds ocean safety, technique and accredited skill progression under Coastrider Surf Academy coaching.
Small Feet, Big Waves: SurfGroms at Park Beach, Dodges Ferry.
At Park Beach, Dodges Ferry, Coastrider Surf Academy’s SurfGroms runs supervised surf lessons for children aged 5–12, combining expert coaching, beach-based technique and ocean-safety instruction with in-water practice; participants progress through graded skill levels, collect logbook sign-offs and earn skill level certificates in a supportive program designed for youngsters.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Skill levels, logbooks and certificates
SurfGroms works kids through Levels 1–5; first-time surfers start at Level 1, progress is recorded in a logbook, and completed skills are signed off with a skill-level certificate at the program’s conclusion.
Beach-first coaching and in-water practice
Lessons begin with beach-based technique and surf-safety briefings before entering conditions matched to each child’s ability; sessions mix coached waves with surf-specific beach games and activities.
Program structure, make-ups and included insurance
Coastrider runs weekly and holiday programs with make-up sessions permitted during the same term; a Surfing Australia admin fee of $25 is included in the program rate for first-time registrations each season.
What the day feels like
What a lesson feels like
A typical SurfGrom session at Park Beach starts with check-in at the Coastrider trailer, a warm, structured beach briefing focused on safety and technique, and then moves into coached surf time where children practice in waves suited to their level while rotating through games and skills work; each lesson ends with a feedback session and goals for the next lesson, and the term finishes with logbook sign-off and certificates.
THE TEACHING
Skill levels, logbooks and certificates
SurfGroms works kids through Levels 1–5; first-time surfers start at Level 1, progress is recorded in a logbook, and completed skills are signed off with a skill-level certificate at the program’s conclusion.
THE SESSION
Beach-first coaching and in-water practice
Lessons begin with beach-based technique and surf-safety briefings before entering conditions matched to each child’s ability; sessions mix coached waves with surf-specific beach games and activities.
THE LOGISTICS
Program structure, make-ups and included insurance
Coastrider runs weekly and holiday programs with make-up sessions permitted during the same term; a Surfing Australia admin fee of $25 is included in the program rate for first-time registrations each season.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this program suits — and who it’s designed for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Options include a 3-session weekly program (3 x 2 hrs = 6 hrs total) and a 2-session holiday program (2 x 3 hrs = 6 hrs total); program rates are published with the sessions.
Arrive 5–10 minutes before your lesson and meet the team at the Coastrider trailer and bus in the car park for check-in and grouping.
Coastrider coaches supply wetsuits and boards and will fit participants prior to entering the water.
A Surfing Australia admin fee of $25 is included in the program rate for first-time SurfGrom registrations each season; returning groms can use a discount code for $20 off, and missed sessions can be made up at another groms program during the same term time.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages can join SurfGroms at Park Beach?
Programs are for children aged 5–12 years old.
Where and when do we meet the coaches?
Arrive 5–10 minutes before your start time and meet at the Coastrider trailer and bus in the car park.
What happens if a child misses a session?
If you miss a session, you can do a make-up session at another groms program during the same term time.
Are wetsuits and boards provided?
Yes—Surfgroms coaches fit participants with wetsuits and supply boards as part of the lesson.
How long are the program options and what are the session lengths?
Options include a 3-session weekly program of 3 x 2 hours (6 hours total) and a 2-session holiday program of 2 x 3 hours (6 hours total).
Is there an admin fee or discounts?
A Surfing Australia admin fee of $25 is included in the program rate the first time you register in a season; returning groms in the same season may use a discount code for $20 off.