Home › Kids lessons › Surf Groms after-school surfing
School terms · ages 6–15
Surf Groms after-school surfing
Setting kids up for a lifelong love affair with surfing
This surf program gives young kids a progression pathway to learn how to surf, and stay safe in the ocean.
$250 for 6 weeks

6 weeks, 1.5hrs a week
Tue, Wed, Thu 4pm or Sat 9.30am
6 to 15
Small groups
Board & wetsuit
Opposite 27 Marine Parade, Mount Maunganui
About Surf Groms
The kids will build confidence, learn new techniques, and develop the skills needed for a lifelong love affair with the sport.
Our goal is to arm your child with the skills, mindset, and ocean knowledge to flourish as a surfer, something they can take with them for life.
What to expect
Each week students are taught new skills, following along our pathway of progression.
As students move through the program material they’ll learn the right skills, at the right time to improve quickly – whilst learning how to stay safe in the ocean at the same time.
They’ll meet new friends, and develop confidence in the ocean, things they’ll have with them for life.
A typical session
Each week we’ll meet with the students, matching them up with their coaches ready for the session.
Students will be provided all equipment: surfboards, wetsuits, etc. and we’ll make our way down to the beach.
We’ll get the group warmed up with a quick beach game, then get ready for the first part of the session where we go through the days lesson – giving active instruction, and demonstrations along the way.
Once the theory side of things is complete, it’s time to practice what we’ve just learned in the ocean.
The kids will enter the water alongside the coach who’ll supervise the session, offering realtime feedback, and helping the students to catch waves.
Once the in water session is complete, all students are rounded up on the beach for a final appraisal, and a bringing together of the group, before wrapping things up.
Development pathway
We’ve created a structured pathway for new surfers to learn the sport in a safe way, and to pick up new skills quickly.
Our goal is to empower each kid with the skills to surf unassisted in the ocean, with the skills, experience and expertise to do it safely.
Equipment
We have a huge range of surfboards and wetsuits in-house, with free student use for the duration of the program.
If you have your own gear and would prefer to bring that along, that’s totally fine too.
The minimum age to participate in this program is 6.
$250 for 6 weeks
Length6 weeks, 1.5hrs a week
Pick a dayTue, Wed, Thu 4pm or Sat 9.30am
Ages6 to 15
GroupSmall groups
- Board & wetsuit included
- Runs rain or shine
- Lifeguard & first aid trained coaches
December and January book out. Lock in your spot early.
★★★★★ 5.0 · 643 reviews
Yente is an amazing surf instructor! My daughter made amazing progress, and loved the experience. Totally recommend!
Gregory Chamberlain
Questions? Call 0274 137 259
Reviews
What people say
★★★★★
Yente is an amazing surf instructor! My daughter made amazing progress, and loved the experience. Totally recommend!
Gregory Chamberlain · Google review
★★★★★
Was awesome! So good with all 3 of my kids. Def recommend
Andrew Player · Google review
★★★★★
Wow what a fabulous experience our two kids had. Rowan their instructor was amazing putting two very nervous beginners at ease immediately. Going above and beyond and giving them an experience they won’t forget. We will definitely be back
Michelle Martin · Google review
What’s the cancellation policy?
21 Days notice is required to cancel your booking.
Upon cancellation you have the option to either receive a refund minus 30% administration/setup costs, or you can opt for a 100% credit note to be used towards the same booked service at the next available dates offered with the Mount Surf School.
Less than 14 days notice no refund and full credit issued less 40% administration costs.
Less than 7 days notice, no refund or credit is available.
You might also like
Other options
Ready to get in the water?
Book online in a couple of minutes, or give us a call and we’ll help you pick.



