# Aotearoa Surf School

> NZ's largest learn to surf operator, est. 2002 - Te Arai, Mangawhai, Orewa, Omaha, Christchurch & the Matakana Coast. 4.9 stars from 1,000+ Google reviews.

> 2-hour group lesson $79 · private lessons from $199 · Ultimate Kids Surf Camp (8–15) $1,095–$1,195 · Youth Surf Camp (13–18, 4 nights) $1,050 · Surf Sistas womens programme $269 · Womens Wellness Retreat $795–$875 · school programmes from $22/student · surf tours $495 · eco pods, glamping & surf lodge accommodation · gear hire & surf shop.


## Pages

- [Surf Sistas – Womens Program](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/surf-sistas/)
- [Kids Summer Surf Program](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/kids-summer-surf-program/)
- [After School Surfing Program](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/after-school-surfing-program/)
- [Private Group Surf Lessons](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/private-group-surf-lessons/)
- [Paddle Boarding](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/sup-lessons/)
- [School Holiday Program](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/school-holiday-program/)
- [Private Surf Lessons](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/private-surf-lessons/)
- [2 Hour Surf Lessons](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/2-hour-surf-lessons/)
- [Surf Tours](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/surf-tours/)
- [DO NOT DELETE](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/do-not-delete/)
- [Youth Surf Camp](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/youth-surf-camp/)
- [Accommodation Options](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/accommodation-options/)
- [Aotearoa Surf Lodge - Mangawhai](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/aotearoa-surf-lodge-mangawhai/)
- [Documents](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/schools/documents/)
- [Order Completed](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/tickets-order/)
- [Tickets Checkout](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/tickets-checkout/)
- [Equipment Hire](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/hire/)
- [Aotearoa Surf Accommodation](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/accommodation/)
- [Wishlist](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/wishlist/)
- [Womens Surfing, Wellness & Retreats](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/women/)
- [Book Surf Lesson](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/book-surf-lesson/)
- [Gift vouchers](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/gift-vouchers/)
- [After Hours Check-In](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/after-hours-check-in/)
- [Surfing Etiquette](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/surfing-etiquette/)
- [Blog](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/blog/)
- [Surfing For Good](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/surfing-for-good/)
- [About us](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/about-us/)
- [Kids Birthday Parties](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/kids-birthday-parties/)
- [Surfing for Schools](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/schools/)
- [Ultimate Kids Surf Camp](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/ultimate-kids-surf-camp/)
- [Kids Surf & School Holiday Programs](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/kids/)
- [Groups & Corporates](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/groups-corporates/)
- [Contact](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/contacts/)
- [Join The Team](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/join-the-team/)
- [Surf lessons](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/lessons/)
- [Womens Wellness Retreat](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/womens-wellness-retreat/)
- [Home](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/)
- [Shop](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/shop/)
- [Privacy Policy](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/privacy-policy/)
- [Returns & Refunds](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/returns-refunds/)
- [Terms & conditions](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/terms-conditions/)
- [Our Beaches](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/beaches/)
- [Cart](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/cart/)
- [My Account](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/my-account/)
- [Checkout](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/checkout/)


## Posts

- [Sisterhood in Surfing: Aotearoa Surf Sistas Program](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/sisterhood-in-surfing-aotearoa-surf-sistas/)
- [How to Use Channels and Currents to Paddle Out Easier](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/how-to-use-surf-channels/)
- [How to Read Waves & Anticipate how they will Break](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/how-to-read-waves-surfing/)
- [The Bottom Turn](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/how-to-bottom-turn-surfing/)
- [How to get past waves: 4 simple techniques](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/how-to-get-past-waves/)
- [How to Turn Your Surfboard: Trimming and Carving Basics](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/how-to-turn-your-surfboard-trimming-and-carving-basics/)
- [SUNDAY SCREENING: REDISCOVERING AN OLD FRIEND](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/sunday-screening-rediscovering-an-old-friend/)
- [Surfboard Volume: How It Affects Your Surfing.](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/surfboard-volume-guide/)
- [SUNDAY SCREENING: CLUB TROPICANA](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/sunday-screening-club-tropicana/)
- [The Best of Te Arai and Mangawhai](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/discover-the-best-of-te-arai-and-mangawhai-on-northlands-east-coast-s/)
- [How to Catch and Ride More Waves](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/how-to-catch-and-ride-more-waves/)
- [SUNDAY SCREENING: SAMUDRA SPIRIT GLITTERS](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/sunday-screening-samudra-spirit-glitters-craig-anderson/)
- [SUNDAY SCREENING: FOAMBALLED](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/sunday-screenings-tosh-tudor-foamballed/)
- [Growing Up Surfing: How it shapes your children for a better life.](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/benefits-kids-growing-up-surfing/)
- [Why East Coast Auckland & Northland Are the Best for Beginner Surfers](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/beginner-surf-spots-auckland-northland/)
- [Mastering the Duck Dive: Efficient Paddling Tips](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/mastering-the-duck-dive-efficient-paddling-tips/)
- [Surfing Beyond Horizons: Unleash Your Passion](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/surfing-beyond-horizons-unleash-your-passion/)
- [Womens Wellness Weekends](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/program-focus-womens-wellness-weekends/)
- [Eco Friendly Products For A Cleaner Ocean](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/eco-friendly-products-for-a-cleaner-ocean/)
- [Best Van Rentals for Your NZ Roadtrip](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/best-van-rentals-for-your-nz-roadtrip/)
- [QUALMARK AWARD](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/qualmark-award/)
- [Top 10 Things To Do In Te Arai](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/top-ten-things-to-do-in-te-arai/)
- [Guide To Buying Your First Wetsuit](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/guide-to-buying-your-first-wetsuit/)
- [Surfing For Good, Take 3 For The Sea](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/surfing-for-good-take-three-for-the-sea/)
- [Best Accommodation Options In Te Arai](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/best-accommodation-options-in-te-arai/)
- [The Benefits of Stretching for Surfers](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/the-benefits-of-stretching-for-surfers/)
- [Sustainable Surf Travel: Reduce Your Carbon Footprint](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/sustainable-surf-travel-reduce-your-carbon-footprint/)
- [Top 10 Things to do in Mangawhai](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/top-ten-things-to-do-in-mangawhai/)
- [Surfing Tips for Beginners: Ride Your First Wave](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/surfing-tips-for-beginners-ride-your-first-wave/)
- [Learning to Surf as an Adult: Ride the Wave](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/learning-to-surf-as-an-adult-ride-the-wave/)
- [Plastic Pollution's Impact on Surf Breaks & How Surfers Can Help](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/plastic-pollutions-impact-on-surf-breaks-and-how-surfers-can-help/)
- [Top Travel Tips for Exploring New Zealand: Embrace the Adventure of a Lifetime](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/top-travel-tips-for-exploring-new-zealand-embrace-the-adventure-of-a-lifetime/)
- [New Zealand's Best North Island Beaches](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/new-zealands-best-north-island-beaches/)
- [Discover The Māori Culture In New Zealand](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/discover-the-maori-culture-in-new-zealand/)
- [Top 10 Things To Do During Your Stay In Te Arai](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/top-10-things-to-do-during-your-stay-in-te-arai/)
- [Best Surf Spots In New Zealand](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/best-surf-spots-in-new-zealand/)
- [Surfing Etiquette - The Do's & Don'ts Of Surfing](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/surfing-etiquette-the-dos-donts-of-surfing/)
- [8 Easy Ways To Make Your Home More Eco-Friendly](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/8-easy-ways-to-make-your-home-more-eco-friendly/)
- [7 Home Exercises To Make You A Stronger Surfer](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/7-exercises-you-can-do-from-home-to-make-you-a-stronger-surfer/)
- [The Benefits of Surfing On Your Health](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/the-benefits-of-surfing-on-your-health/)
- [The Ultimate Guide to Buying Your First Surfboard](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/the-ultimate-guide-to-buying-your-first-surfboard/)
- [New & Improved Junior Surfers Club - After School Surf Program](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/new-improved-junior-surfers-club-after-school-surf-program/)
- [6-Reasons to Learn Surfing with Our Coaches](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/6-reasons-to-learn-surfing-with-our-coaches/)
- [Best Media Sources for Daily Surfing Updates in NZ](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/best-media-sources-for-daily-surfing-updates-in-nz/)
- [How To Read Surf Charts For Beginners](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/how-to-read-surf-charts-by-aotearoa-surf-school/)
- [A Sustainable Future](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/a-sustainable-future/)
- [ICE-COLD surf videos: our favourites](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/ice-cold-surf-videos-our-favourites/)
- [SURF-LOCKDOWN DAY 2: What to do when you can't surf!](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/surf-lockdown-day-2-what-to-do-when-you-cant-surf/)
- [9 Reasons To Get Your Kids Surfing This Summer!](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/10-reasons-to-get-your-kids-surfing-this-summer/)
- [Changing Lives, One Wave At A Time](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/changing-lives-one-wave-at-a-time/)
- [Have A Go Surf Day - Surfing for New Zealand's Youth](https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/have-a-go-surf-day-surfing-for-new-zealands-youth/)