HOBART SURF FIELD GUIDE
Beachside Breakers: A Two‑Hour Surfing Birthday Party with Coastrider in Hobart
A Coastrider Surf Academy two-hour party in Hobart for ages 5 and up that combines tailored instruction, beach games and party extras—this guide explains how the session runs, what’s provided and what to bring.
Beachside Breakers: A Two‑Hour Surfing Birthday Party with Coastrider in Hobart.
Make your party memorable with Coastrider’s Surfing Birthday Party in Hobart: an inclusive surf lesson that caters for any ability, matched with beach activities, birthday goodies for the celebrant and freebies for other guests. Parties are for kids aged five and up; optional extras include catering and a surfing birthday cake, and a disc of photos is supplied as a keepsake. Bookings can include emailed party invitations and additional information about the session.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Tailored surf coaching and fast progression
Coastrider runs an organised surf lesson that works for any ability, with professional instruction and focused coaching so participants make quick progress in the water. Instructors run beach-based technique and safety briefings before taking learners into conditions suited to their level.
Birthday extras, keepsakes and optional catering
The birthday person receives a special bag of goodies and other party-goers get freebies; at additional charge Coastrider can provide catering and a surfing birthday cake. A disc of photos is supplied so the day’s moments can be kept.
Equipment and simple logistics
Participants are fitted with a range of softboards and full-length warm wetsuits supplied by Coastrider, with thermal tops and hoods available if needed; sunscreen is also provided. Groups meet at the Coastrider trailer and bus in the car park shortly before the session begins.
What the day feels like
What the two‑hour party feels like
The flow is brisk and structured: arrive a few minutes early, meet the coach at the trailer, get fitted with a wetsuit and board, run through beach-based technique and safety, then move into the water with coached sets tailored to ability. A short feedback session at the end sets goals for the next lesson and finishes the party on a tidy note.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this party is best suited to.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Swimwear, towel, sunscreen, drinking water and your booking confirmation (printed or on your phone). You may also bring your own wetsuit and softboard if preferred.
Coastrider supplies softboards in a range of sizes, full-length warm wetsuits (thermal top and hood available if required), sunscreen and professional instruction.
Book the party and request the Birthday Party Invites to be emailed; catering and a surfing birthday cake are available at additional charge, and a disc of photos is supplied after the session.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages can participate?
Participants must be at least 5 years old to surf.
How long is the Surfing Birthday Party?
The party runs for 2 hours.
What are the party rates and group sizes?
Small Party Group (6–10 surfers) from $290; Medium Party Group (11–6 Surfers) from $440; Large Party Group (17–24 Surfers) from $650.
Where do we meet for the session?
Arrive 5–10 minutes before your start time and meet the Coastrider team at the trailer and bus in the car park. Meeting locations include Clifton, Park or 7 Mile Beach depending on the booking.
What equipment and instruction are provided?
Coastrider provides a range of softboards, full-length warm wetsuits (with thermal top and hood available), sunscreen and professional surf coaching.
Can we get extras like catering or photos?
Yes—catering and a surfing birthday cake are available for an additional charge, and a disc of photos is supplied for memories of the day.