CURRUMBIN WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Ladies Lessons: Currumbin’s gentle, coached surf for every age
A 1.5-hour small-group surf lesson at Currumbin — taught by hand-picked local and international coaches — this guide explains what to expect, what’s provided, and how to prepare.
Ladies Lessons: Currumbin’s gentle, coached surf for every age.
Set on one of the Gold Coast’s most beautiful beaches, Ladies Lessons at Currumbin is a small-group surf clinic that welcomes all ages and abilities. The operator’s hand-picked local and international coaches run relaxed, professional sessions that combine beach safety briefings with in-water practice, delivering a supportive environment for first-timers and returning learners alike.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hand-picked local and international instructors
Sessions are led by friendly, experienced surf coaches selected for their teaching skills, so instruction is professional, organised and aimed at making learning efficient and fun.
Relaxed, supportive small-group lessons
Lessons run in small groups with a relaxed, supportive atmosphere that encourages laughter and confidence-building — ideal for coming with friends, family, or on your own to meet others.
Everything you need is provided
Boards, wetsuits, rash shirts, wax and sunscreen are supplied, so you can turn up in swimwear and a smile and focus on paddling out and standing up.
What the day feels like
What the lesson feels like
The flow is straightforward: arrive for check-in, absorb a concise beach briefing on surf and safety, then move into the water for coached practice. The session emphasizes practical, hands-on instruction in a supportive group setting so learners spend most of their time catching and riding small waves rather than standing on the sand.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this lesson suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The activity is 1.5 hours of lesson time plus an additional 30 minutes allocated for check-in before the session starts.
Bring swimwear, a towel, drinking water and your booking voucher (printed or on your phone). A positive attitude is highly recommended.
Surfboard, wax, wetsuit, rash shirt, sunscreen and professional instruction are supplied by the operator.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the lesson?
The lesson is 1.5 hours long, plus a 30-minute check-in period before the session.
When do lessons run?
Lessons run at 10:00 am on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, with an additional 8:00 am start on Saturday.
What ages or abilities are accepted?
All ages and surfing abilities are welcome; lessons are structured to accommodate beginners through less-experienced surfers.
What should I bring and what is provided?
Bring swimwear, a towel, drinking water and your booking voucher. The operator provides a surfboard, wax, wetsuit, rash shirt, sunscreen and professional instruction.
What happens if only one person books?
A minimum of two people is required for the group lesson to go ahead; if the minimum isn’t met, Surfing Services Australia will contact you to reschedule.