Group Lessons
A small group of similar-skill surfers, maximum 8 students, at Smiths Beach.
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Phillip Island surf school
Making surfers better surfers
Surf and skate lessons at Smiths Beach, Phillip Island. Small groups, qualified local coaches, all equipment provided, every age and every ability.
Smiths Beach, Phillip Island
A surf school built on 40 years in the water
Pro Surf Coaching Academy is a quality Surf School with 40 years of surfing experience which has enabled us to develop a unique methodology for surf lessons and programs. We are focused on safety and results.
We are suitable for all age groups and surfers’ levels: from a complete beginner needing to establish strong fundamentals and safety on the beach, all the way to an experienced competitor committed to enhancing their technique to achieve their best performance.
40
Years of surfing experience
2 hrs
Every surf and skate lesson
8
Students max in a group
5
Academies worldwide
Lessons
Surf & skate lessons
We provide SURF and SKATE lessons for all levels of surfers, from complete beginners to highly advanced and experienced competitors. Our surf lessons go for 2 hrs, combining surf and skate.
Private Lessons
You on your own, or you and one or two friends. Groups of up to 3.
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Exclusive Lessons
One-on-one with our head coach. The fastest way to progress.
See exclusive lessonsWetsuits and equipment are provided where required but you are also welcome to bring your own. We are fully insured.
Weekly programs
Surf training, every week
Alongside our specific lessons Pro Surf Coaching also provides surf programs on different days of the week suitable to all levels and ages.
Kids
Grommets classes, ocean safety and competition training for under 16s at Smiths Beach.
Kids programs
Ladies
A weekly ladies surf club built on fun and friendship, beginner through to advanced.
Ladies club
Skate for surf
The SmoothStar method
Pro Surf Coaching also provides Surf-On-Land Training by incorporating the use of the SmoothStar skateboard, arguably the world’s best surf training tool, out of the water.
Combining surf lessons with SmoothStar lessons, students of all abilities benefit greatly from this unique combination of coaching, helping to improve technique, body position and flow on a wave.
Training on the SmoothStar optimises your time on top of the board, as it assists in training the repetitive muscle memory required for improving technique, body position and flow on a wave. It is also independent of surf conditions.
Camps & clinics
From Phillip Island to the Mentawais
Our Surf Clinics and Surf Camps combine surf coaching, on land surf training and important health and wellbeing topics that we know surfers of all levels want to incorporate into their lives to be fit, healthy and happy, and to be surfing better and better every day.
As a licensed tour operator we can handle the whole trip: equipment, transport, accommodation, meals and everything in between.
Equipment hire
Boards, wetsuits and gear
Quality equipment for hire in different sizes and shapes. Instructions on use and transport of equipment will be provided.
| Equipment | 2 hours | Per day |
|---|---|---|
| Surf boards | $30 | $50 |
| Foam boards | $30 | $50 |
| Wetsuits (sanitised) | $20 | $30 |
| Skate boards | $40 | $60 |
| Helmets | $10 per hire | |
| Safety gear | $10 per hire | |
Testimonials
What our students say
To Ed, Keith, Mackenzie and Reef, thank you guys for such a fantastic experience for the kids. 5 kids 4-10 is a big ask but your patience and experience shone through. The kids had an absolute ball, couldn’t believe you actually managed to get everyone of them to catch a wave and stand up. You have just made 5 new surfers for life, they didn’t stop talking about it and even wanted to go back the next day. Thanks again, the equipment and wetsuits provided were perfect for the occasion. We will be recommending you guys to all our friends and family.Nicole Carroll
Amazing lesson today! Ed was so knowledgeable and so patient with my girls. They had such a fun time and learned some lifelong lessons about water safety. They both caught their first wave ever and are absolutely over the moon thanks to Ed! We will definitely be back next time we’re in town. Thank you for this experience. It was by far the highlight of our trip!Rena Pallan
Eddie’s passion for surfing and connecting with the ocean as well as his energy for delivering uniquely tailored lessons has helped me progress in a very short space of time and is getting me out of my head and onto the waves! Obrigad Eddie!Norma O’Sullivan
Gift voucher
Give someone their first wave
You can surprise your loved ones with our special Surf/Skate Lesson Voucher, a very special gift that the recipient will remember forever.
The lesson can be an exclusive lesson, one-on-one with our head coach, and is 2 hrs in duration. All equipment (surfboard, wetsuit, rashie) is provided, however you are welcome to bring your own should you prefer. Contact us either online or by telephone to book.
Exclusive lesson: $140
Ready to get in the water?
Tell us who is surfing and what you are after, and we will sort out the right lesson or program for you.