Learn to Surf at Lorne on the Great Ocean Road

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

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Learn to surf at Lorne on the Great Ocean Road in Victoria. The sheltered safe beaches of this charming small coastal town make for a great place to learn to surf. The conditions at Lorne are ideal for beginners and you'll learn to surf in waist deep water with fully qualified surf instructors who are also surf life savers. Soft beginner surf board and wetsuit are included.

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Professional guide

Food and drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

Meet at our Trailer in the Car Park at the beach end of Grove Road in Lorne next to the swimming pool at least 10 minutes prior to your lesson start time. After completing your booking form and collecting your wetsuit and surf board with legrope, your instructor will lead you to the beach. You'll only need to take the equipment required for your lesson, there is storage available in the trailer for your personal belongings. Instruction will begin with a safety talk and basic instruction on the beach. Spend about 30 minutes in the water to catch your first few waves with the instructors help. Return to the beach for additional instruction on stand up techniques. Spend the rest of the time in the water catching waves and standing up with instructors assistance.

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Learn to Surf at Lorne on the Great Ocean Road

Reviews

4.98

49 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

The BEST Way to Learn to Surf
littleyao,
Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I signed my husband and 4 teens up for this tour and it did not disappoint. We spent 15 days in Australia and my kids will say that this was the best thing we did while we were there. Their instructor, Jaden, was the BEST. He was so friendly and helpful the entire time. The group was small--5 from my family and one other couple. First Jaden spent a little time teaching on the beach, then he stayed out in the water while everyone was trying to surf. He didn't have a board, but he would watch, give pointers, and also physically helped if people needed it. He paid attention to everyone out there. Not only would he give pointers, but he would cheer them on if they caught a wave or if they improved on something. He was always giving immediate feedback. After about an hour on the water, Jaden brought the group back onto the beach to give them more feedback--he talked about mistakes he saw and he gave more advice on balance. Then they all returned to the water. And my kids all picked it up and had improved greatly by the end of the lesson. They looked so good out there! My husband had a harder time, but he still got up on the board a few times by the end, too!! These lessons are such a great value. You get the foam board, a wetsuit, and an instructor for 2 hours. Honestly, it was the best money I spent the entire time. No other tour or pass we purchased in Australia was this inexpensive. Honestly, if we go back to Australia, we will definitely use Go Ride a Wave again. And we would probably do their multi-day surf package because the kids could not get enough of it. They still keep talking about this day! They went surfing in Manly later and they said the waves in Lorne were still way better. I know that is all weather-dependent, but they really look back fondly on Lorne. Thank you, Jaden, for a wonderful day and for teaching my family how to surf!!
Amazing family experience!
rollasonmaisie,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We booked a private lesson as we are a couple with a 6 year old. Go Ride A Wave were so accommodating, helping me over the phone to book an appropriate option online! Our South African instructor Mike was professional but very fun. He was amazing with the little one, ensuring everyone was safe while giving very helpful pointers throughout! This was an all time favourite experience and we would highly recommend. Thank you Mike!!
GREAT LEARN TO SURF SESSION
Discover58036686464,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Connor was amazing and helped my children catch a lot of waves in a small group afternoon session. Perfect end to our holiday in lorne. Connor was fun, professional and a great coach.
Lorne surfing experience
X4168KImeganl,
Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My daughter thoroughly enjoyed her ride a wave experience at lorne even manage to get up a few times the instructor was knowledgeable about what to do surfing and going through it step by step
Best surf ever
Aoife G,
Apr 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
we had a great lesson with Matt in Lorne. Very knowledgable, good fun and a great instructor. Would definitely recommend.
Great lesson for all ages
E7635BHchristianb,
Feb 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic lesson and the kids had a ball. The instructor was super supportive and had all the kids (aged 10 - 16) standing up, riding the waves. Great experience.
Surfing with Izzy
ginawO461EI,
Jan 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My 11 yr old had a lesson with Izzy. She loved the lesson and I noticed that Izzy took time to support her and help her to catch some waves. It was a wonderful experience and Izzy was a wonderful teacher. Well worth the cost and will do it again.
Well worth it
613petev,
Dec 31, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yea was an epic surf lesson. Matt our instructor was very informative and professional, also funny. His partner (we forget her name) was also very knowledgeable and helpful. I stood up on the first wave I caught. Highly recommend :)
Sweet surfing lessons.
O9951TFjessicah,
Dec 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Awesome surfing lessons on well maintained gears at beautiful Lorne. Matt was awesome with our 9 years old today and generally super helpful (thanks so much!) as was our other instructor. Highly recommended.
Awesome surfing experience Lorne
L8983XCshelleyh,
Nov 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had an excellent session with Joel. He was very chilled and gave great suggestions. Just the right amount of instruction to refine my surfing. Managed to catch some bigger waves thanks to Joel’s encouragement. Would highly recommend.