COOLUM BEACH WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Three Days on the Foam: NRMA Surf Groms at Coolum Beach
A focused, instructor-led three-day surf program for children aged 5–12 that teaches core surfing skills, ocean awareness and beach safety at Coolum Beach.
Three Days on the Foam: NRMA Surf Groms at Coolum Beach.
Set on the sand at Coolum Beach, the NRMA Insurance Surf Groms three-day program guides children through progressive, in-water instruction focused on surfing fundamentals, ocean awareness and beach safety. Lessons run across three 1.5‑hour sessions and are delivered by experienced, accredited Surfing Australia instructors in a supportive learning environment.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Core surfing, ocean awareness and beach safety
Surf Groms centres on building surf technique alongside essential ocean-awareness and beach-safety skills, with lessons tailored for young learners so they can progress confidently in the water.
Everything a young surfer needs is provided
Each session supplies a surfboard, NRMA Surf Groms rash shirt and—when needed in colder months—a wetsuit, plus instruction from accredited Surfing Australia teachers; participants also receive a Surf Groms log book, a $50 Club Rip Curl voucher and a Cooee toy.
Meet at Tickle Park for Coolum Beach lessons
Sessions meet at Tickle Park and take place at Coolum Beach; if conditions are deemed unsafe the operator will move lessons to Mooloolaba or Maroochydore Main Beach.
What the day feels like
What three days on the beach feels like
Over three consecutive sessions—each 1.5 hours long—young surfers are introduced to the sequence of surf lesson learning: meetup and briefing, dry-land preparation and safety, then guided in-water practice under the watch of accredited instructors. The format emphasises a positive, supportive atmosphere so children can try skills, build confidence and leave with a log book of progress.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this program suits — and who it doesn’t.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Swimwear, towel, sunscreen and drinking water are required for participants.
Organisers supply a surfboard, NRMA Surf Groms rash shirt, wetsuit in colder months and experienced, accredited Surfing Australia instructors; participants also receive a Surf Groms log book, a $50 Club Rip Curl voucher and a Cooee toy.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages can join the Surf Groms program?
The program is designed for children aged 5–12 years.
How long is the NRMA Surf Groms holiday program?
The program runs over three days and comprises three 1.5‑hour lessons.
How much does the program cost?
The rate is $165 plus a $25 Surfing Australia administration fee.
Where do we meet for the lessons?
Meetings take place at Tickle Park, Coolum Beach.
What happens if beach conditions are unsafe?
If conditions are deemed unsafe lessons will be moved to Mooloolaba or Maroochydore Main Beach.
What is included with the program?
Included are a surfboard, NRMA Surf Groms rash shirt, a wetsuit in colder months, instruction by accredited Surfing Australia instructors, a Surf Groms log book, a $50 Club Rip Curl voucher and a Cooee toy.
What should participants bring?
Participants should bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen and drinking water.