Waist‑deep waves and first stands: 90 minutes to surf confidence on Apollo Bay

APOLLO BAY WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE

Waist‑deep waves and first stands: 90 minutes to surf confidence on Apollo Bay

A 90‑minute, beginner‑friendly lesson with qualified instructors at Apollo Bay that teaches surf safety, paddling and standing on soft G‑boards.

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Waist‑deep waves and first stands: 90 minutes to surf confidence on Apollo Bay.

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Location
Apollo Bay
Operator
Apollo Bay Surf and Kayak
Category
Water Activities
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Apollo Bay Surf Lessons compress the essentials of surfing into a focused 90‑minute class: qualified instructors teach in‑water, waist‑deep sessions on easy, broken waves, pairing hands‑on technique with surf safety and ocean awareness so beginners leave confident on the board.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE SETTING

Safe, waist‑deep surf on Apollo Bay

Lessons take place in easy, waist‑deep water with broken waves suited to first stands—conditions chosen to make the learning curve friendly and fun.

THE TEACHING

Qualified instructors teaching in the water

Coaches work beside you in the water, demonstrating carry and entry techniques, paddling and how to catch broken waves, and offering continual hands‑on assistance aimed at getting students standing during their first lesson.

THE GEAR

Soft boards, full‑length wetsuits and safety focus

Full‑length wetsuits and soft ‘G’‑boards are provided; lessons also include surf‑safety and ocean‑awareness instruction plus issued leg ropes and sunscreen application.

What the day feels like

What the lesson feels like

The class moves quickly: meet the instructor, get fitted with a full‑length wetsuit and soft G‑board, then learn surf awareness and safe handling onshore before practicing paddling and standing. Instructors stay in the water to help catch broken waves and push students into rides, finishing with time for questions and tips to continue progressing.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this lesson suits—and who should think twice.

1
Complete beginners who can swimPerfect for first‑time surfers who meet the swim requirement; lessons are explicitly designed for no prior experience while building confidence in the water.
2
Active families with capable swimmersFamilies can learn together provided participants can swim at least 25 m; equipment and instruction are tailored to beginners.
3
Non‑swimmersNot suitable—participants must be able to swim 25 m to take part safely.
4
Casual visitors seeking a short introGreat for travelers who want a compact, 90‑minute introduction to surfing with hands‑on coaching and minimal prior commitment, as long as they meet the swim requirement.

Practical planner

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Duration

Lessons run for 90 minutes.

What to Bring

Wetsuits and soft G‑boards are provided and boards and leg ropes are issued; staff apply sunscreen during class.

Meeting point

Lessons meet in Apollo Bay.

Booking Notice

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Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is a surf lesson?

Each lesson is 90 minutes long.

Do I need prior surf experience?

No experience is necessary; lessons are designed for beginners.

What are the safety or swim requirements?

Participants must be able to swim at least 25 metres.

What equipment is provided?

Full‑length wetsuits and soft 'G'‑boards are provided; boards and leg ropes are issued during the lesson.

Where do lessons meet?

Lessons meet in Apollo Bay.

What happens during the lesson?

The class includes a meet‑and‑fit, a surf‑awareness talk and demonstration, on‑beach practice of paddling and standing, in‑water coaching to catch broken waves, and a wrap‑up Q&A.