SMITHS BEACH WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Smiths Beach: Focused, Two‑Hour Private Surf Coaching Where Technique Meets Local Lineups
Private, 2‑hour lessons at Smiths Beach with qualified Island Surfboards coaches, tailored to your skill level and backed by supplied equipment — this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
Smiths Beach: Focused, Two‑Hour Private Surf Coaching Where Technique Meets Local Lineups.
At Smiths Beach, Island Surfboards & Surf School runs private, two‑hour lessons that are tailored to your ability and fitness. Expect hands‑on coaching, on‑the‑spot feedback and quality, user‑friendly equipment supplied by the operator — all delivered by an experienced, accredited coaching team whose background includes former champions and long industry experience.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Nearly a Century of Surf Coaching Experience
Island’s head coaching team are Level 2 accredited with a combined total of nearly 100 years in surf coaching; the wider staff includes former World Championship Tour surfers, former Australian Team coaches and Victorian and Australian champions. Coaches hold Surf Rescue, First Aid and Advanced Resuscitation credentials and current Working With Children checks.
All Surfing Equipment Is Supplied
Lessons include user‑friendly soft surfboards (roughly 6'0–9'0) and wetsuits in 4:3 and 3:2 thicknesses with sizing from kids 2 through adult XXXL; coaching and board fitting are provided as part of the session.
Convenient Base Just Steps from the Sand
The Island Surfboards location in Smiths Beach is a short walk to the water and offers undercover and private change rooms, safe storage for personal items and bathroom facilities including a shower and rinse tap for after your lesson.
What the day feels like
What a Private Lesson Feels Like
A two‑hour private session begins with check‑in and gear fitting, then moves quickly to focused, practical coaching in the whitewater and on small waves. Instructors tailor demonstrations and corrections to your level, offering repeated, specific feedback to build a solid foundation before progressing to more technical maneuvers—whether you’re booked one‑on‑one or as part of a small group.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Private lessons run for two hours per session.
Island Surfboards supplies boards and wetsuits (soft boards ~6'0–9'0; wetsuits 4:3 & 3:2 in sizes kids 2 to adult XXXL).
The school is located in Smiths Beach a short walk from the sand; undercover and private change rooms, secure storage and bathroom/shower facilities are available at the base.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a private lesson?
Each private lesson runs for two hours.
What equipment do I need to bring?
No surfing equipment is required — Island Surfboards supplies soft surfboards (approx. 6'0–9'0) and wetsuits (4:3 & 3:2) in a wide range of sizes.
How many people can join a private session?
Private sessions can be booked one‑on‑one or as a small group; the operator describes private sessions accommodating solo riders through groups (the 'About' text specifies sessions can run from 1 to 8+ people).
Where do I meet for my lesson?
Meet at the Island Surfboards base in Smiths Beach — the shop is a short, approximately 100‑metre walk from the beach and provides change rooms, secure storage and shower facilities.
Are the instructors qualified and insured to teach?
Yes — the coaching team are Level 2 accredited and hold Surf Rescue Certificate, First Aid and Advanced Resuscitation qualifications; staff also maintain Play By The Rules child‑protection training and Working With Children checks.