• 1x surf session per week  – 90 minutes
• Professional coaching from experienced instructors
• Surfboard, wetsuit, rash shirt, sunscreen
• Warm up and dryland technique coaching
• In-water surf instruction
• Surf progression tracking across all weeks
• Video/photo feedback sessions (where applicable)
• Access to Surf Sistas facebook page for tips, updates, and connection
• 10% gear discount from the Aotearoa Surf Shop
  
  

  Start Dates you can join: 

  Saturdays: 4 Oct, 1 Nov, 29 Nov, 31 Jan, 28 Feb, 28 Mar, 25 Apr
  Sundays: 5 Oct, 2 Nov, 30 Nov, 1 Feb, 1 Mar, 29 Mar, 26 Apr

Whether you’re catching your first wave or building on what you already know, Surf Sistas helps you grow real skills, week by week, wave by wave.

Beginner Surfers

• Ocean awareness, beach safety, and surf etiquette
• Paddle technique and positioning
• Pop-up drills and body mechanics
• Catching whitewater waves with control
• Building confidence and having fun in the ocean

Progressing Surfers

• Improving paddle strength and wave timing
• Reading conditions and selecting the right waves
• Speed generation, trimming, and turning
• Positioning in the line-up and catching green waves
• Developing style, consistency, and surf fitness

Each session is designed to match your level, push your progress, and leave you smiling.

• Absolute beginner surfers
• Women returning to surfing after a break
• Progressing wāhine ready to push further
• Anyone craving community, confidence and a fresh challenge
• Locals and weekend warriors ready to commit to themselves

• Swimwear
• Towel
• Water bottle
• Sunscreen
• Warm clothes for after
• Big smile and good vibes

I’ve never surfed before. Can I join?
Absolutely — Surf Sistas is perfect for first-timers. We’ll meet you where you’re at.

Can I join part-way through a program?
Ideally not, but we can often offer a catch-up or makeup lesson depending on availability.

Do I need my own board or wetsuit?
Nope! All gear is included. But you’re welcome to bring your own.

What if the weather is bad?
We run rain or shine and some of our best sessions have been in the rain! If it’s unsafe to surf, we’ll reschedule or run a land-based surf theory or movement session.

Is this suitable for all fitness levels?
Yes. We tailor every session to the group. Just bring basic swimming confidence and we’ll take care of the rest.

Can I bring a friend?
Absolutely. You can book together or request to be in the same group.

• NZ’s top private surf instructors, skilled, supportive, and passionate
• Faster learning with individual attention
• Consistent, uncrowded waves at Te Arai Beach
• Safe, professional, and full of stoke
• Locally owned and community minded

• One of NZ’s most consistent and scenic beginner beaches
• Clean, gentle waves ideal for all levels
• Beautiful, uncrowded coastline
• Home to Aotearoa Surf HQ, with shop, rentals, and private beach access