Very Popular

Afterschool
Surfing

Learn to surf, build ocean confidence, develop surf skills for life

6 weeks
Ages 6-16
$229
Quick DETAILS
After School Surfing Program
  • Orewa Surf Lessons, brings you the popular Afterschool Surfing Program.
  • Designed to build youth ocean confidence, learning to surf in a safe, fun and challenging program.
  • Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Saturday @ Orewa Beach
  • Every Tuesday or Wednesday @ Mangawhai or Saturday @ Te Arai

AFTERSCHOOL SURFING $229

What's included
  • 6 x 75 minute surf lessons
  • Surfboard, wetsuit and rash vest for every session
  • Small group coaching, maximum 6 surfers per instructor
  • Weekly skill focus with in-water feedback and progression
  • Surf skills tracking across the 6 weeks
  • 10% off surfboards and wetsuits during the program

The Afterschool Surfing Club runs once a week for 6 consecutive weeks. Same time slot, same crew, same beach. That consistency is the whole point. Kids build friendships, build skills, and build genuine ocean confidence in a way that a one off lesson simply can’t deliver.

 

Each 75 minute session follows a simple structure:

 

  • Arrive and gear up – wetsuits on, boards ready
  • Warm-up and land drills – beach-based skills before hitting the water
  • Surf session – focused on that week’s skill (pop-up, wave selection, paddling technique, turning)
  • Wrap-up and feedback – what went well, what to work on next week

 

Skills build progressively across the 6 weeks. We track each surfer’s development so no one is left behind and no one gets bored. By the end of the program, most kids are catching waves independently and asking when they can sign up again, or join one of our overnight camps

The program runs once a week for 6 consecutive weeks, school terms 1 & 4.


Choose your beach, day of the week and time

 

Term 4 2026 & Term 1 2027

Tuesdays – 4:00pm or 5:15pm
Wednesdays – 4:00pm or 5:15pm
Thursdays – 4:00pm or 5:15pm
Saturdays – 9:00am or 10:15am + possible 11.30am

 

Exact start dates and session availability are shown at checkout. Programs fill quickly so book early to secure your preferred day and time.

  • Swimwear (to wear under the wetsuit)
  • Towel
  • Water bottle
  • Snacks if needed
  • Warm clothes for after

     

  • All surf equipment is provided, surfboard, wetsuit and rash vest. If your child has their own gear, they’re welcome to bring it along.

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Your child’s safety is our first priority, always.

 

  • ISA-qualified surf instructors
  • First aid certified and surf rescue awarded
  • Maximum 1:6 instructor-to-surfer ratio, smaller groups get more attention
  • All sessions held in waist-depth water in supervised areas
  • Orewa Beach is one of Auckland’s most forgiving surf beaches, ideal for young learners

 

We also have real experience supporting neurodiverse kids and children with learning, behavioural or physical challenges. If your child has specific needs, get in touch before booking and we’ll make sure the program works for them.

Does my child need to be able to to swim?

We welcome poor swimmers. Your surfer will be in waist depth water with their feet on the ocean sand.

What happens if the weather is bad?

We surf in almost all conditions and some of the best sessions happen when its raining. If the ocean is genuinely unsafe, we’ll reschedule where we can. We’ll always let you know in advance.

Can my surfer bring their own surfboard and wetsuit?

Yes, and we encourage it if they have gear. We’ll check it’s right for the conditions and if it’s not suitable that day, we’ve got everything they need. Remember you don’t need the gear, we supply everything.

What’s the instructor to surfer ratio?

Whist NZ regulations is maximum 1 instructor to 8 surfers, we target a maximum of 1 instructor for every 6 surfers. Younger or more vulnerable kids always get extra attention.

My child has additional learning or physical needs. Can they still join?

Yes, this is something we’re genuinely good at. We’ve worked with a wide range of needs and always adapt our coaching approach. Contact us before booking and we’ll have a chat about what’s best.

Hear from other parents

Best value surf program for local youth.

Reviews Orewa Surf lessons Auckland New Zealand
Kids had an epic time and learnt heaps, great instructors, highly recommend 👌
★★★★★


Miskelly
Auckland
Reviews Orewa Surf lessons Auckland New Zealand
The instructors are great, they make every lesson fun, even when the conditions might not be perfect. They are patient and knowledgeable too. My kids have well and truly caught the surfing bug and will definitely be back.
★★★★★


Lao Yi
Orewa
Reviews Orewa Surf lessons Auckland New Zealand
Have been with Orewa surfing for 3 terms now and my daughter has improved so much! She always looks forward to her weekly lessons and the instructors are awesome! Super friendly and helpful!.
★★★★★


Emma Sarney
Auckland
Reviews Orewa Surf lessons Auckland New Zealand
Great surf instructors. My daughter Indie loved every minute and looked forward to her lesson every week. We will be back for more lessons next summer. Thank you Surf team .🙏
★★★★★


Evans
Auckland

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