Beachport’s SurfGroms: Three Days That Turn Curious Kids into Confident Little Surfers

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Beachport’s SurfGroms: Three Days That Turn Curious Kids into Confident Little Surfers

A focused, three-consecutive-day SurfGroms program in Beachport that teaches children (ages 5–12) core surfing skills, ocean awareness and beach safety in a group-based, game-driven format.

Beachport’s SurfGroms: Three Days That Turn Curious Kids into Confident Little Surfers.

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Location
Beachport
Operator
Flow State Surf School - SurfGroms
Category
Surf
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Join Nicole at Flow State Surf School in Beachport for a concentrated three-day surf program built around group games, steady progression through incremental skill levels, and a strong emphasis on ocean awareness and beach safety. The SurfGroms Intensive packages instruction and play into a supportive environment aimed specifically at 5–12 year olds, teaching everything from basic surf technique to surf survival and rescue awareness.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

Play-led Learning that Keeps Kids Engaged
THE APPROACH

Play-led Learning that Keeps Kids Engaged

NRMA Insurance SurfGroms uses group-based games as the primary teaching method so children learn surf and SUP skills while staying motivated and having fun—an approach designed to create a positive, supportive learning environment.

Five Incremental Skill Levels and Practical Ocean Know-How
THE SKILLS

Five Incremental Skill Levels and Practical Ocean Know-How

The program progresses through five core skill levels, and includes ocean awareness and beach safety education: surf survival and rescue techniques, basic first aid, and instruction about varying surf conditions.

Three Consecutive Days Focused on Fast Progress
THE FORMAT

Three Consecutive Days Focused on Fast Progress

The intensive runs across three consecutive days, giving young participants concentrated contact time to consolidate new skills and confidence in the water.

What the day feels like

What the Three Days Feel Like

Across three consecutive days in Beachport, Nicole and the Flow State Surf School team run short, focused sessions that balance playful group drills with targeted skill progression; children move through incremental levels while also learning essential ocean-awareness and beach-safety techniques that go beyond simple board handling.

Play-led Learning that Keeps Kids Engaged

THE APPROACH

Play-led Learning that Keeps Kids Engaged

NRMA Insurance SurfGroms uses group-based games as the primary teaching method so children learn surf and SUP skills while staying motivated and having fun—an approach designed to create a positive, supportive learning environment.

Five Incremental Skill Levels and Practical Ocean Know-How

THE SKILLS

Five Incremental Skill Levels and Practical Ocean Know-How

The program progresses through five core skill levels, and includes ocean awareness and beach safety education: surf survival and rescue techniques, basic first aid, and instruction about varying surf conditions.

Three Consecutive Days Focused on Fast Progress

THE FORMAT

Three Consecutive Days Focused on Fast Progress

The intensive runs across three consecutive days, giving young participants concentrated contact time to consolidate new skills and confidence in the water.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who gets the most from this program—and who should look elsewhere.

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Active Young BeginnersIdeal for energetic children aged 5–12 who will respond well to game-based group instruction and want to learn foundational surf skills.
2
Progressing Junior SurfersA good fit for 5–12 year olds who have tried surfing before and want structured progression through the SurfGroms incremental skill levels.
3
Parents Looking for Safety-Focused InstructionSuitable for guardians seeking a program that includes ocean awareness, surf survival and basic first-aid instruction for children within the 5–12 age range.
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Not Eligible: Under-5s or Over-12sThe SurfGroms Intensive is specifically designed for children aged 5–12; those outside this range are not the intended participants.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

The SurfGroms curriculum covers both surf and SUP skills and emphasizes beach-safety education; check with Flow State Surf School about specific equipment and what participants should bring each day.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the SurfGroms Intensive?

The program runs across three consecutive days.

What ages can join the program?

The SurfGroms Intensive is designed for children aged 5–12.

What does the program teach?

Participants learn core surfing and SUP skills across incremental levels, plus ocean awareness, surf survival and rescue techniques, and basic first-aid skills.

Who runs the lessons?

Lessons are delivered by Nicole with Flow State Surf School under the NRMA Insurance SurfGroms program framework.

How much does the three-day program cost?

The three-day program is AU $175 per child plus a AU $25 SurfGrom administration fee.