Never surfed before? These Rockaway Park surf schools specialise in teaching complete beginners. Patient instructors, foam boards, and gentle conditions so you can stand up confidently on your first session.
← View all surf lessons in Rockaway ParkNo experience is needed. Beginner lessons in Rockaway Park are designed for first-timers. Instructors will cover all the basics on the beach before you enter the water.
A typical first lesson starts with 15–20 minutes of land instruction covering how to paddle, pop up, and stay safe. You then move into shallow whitewash waves to practice. Most beginners stand up on their first session.
Most people need 3–5 lessons to feel comfortable catching waves independently. Two or three lessons in a row on consecutive days is the most effective approach.
Beginners learn on soft-top foam longboards (8–9+ feet). They are stable, buoyant, and safe when you fall. Most schools include the board and wetsuit in the lesson price.
Yes — basic water confidence is essential. You should be comfortable swimming 25–50 metres in open water. You do not need to be a strong swimmer.
Everything you need to know before your first lesson — equipment, technique, and what to expect in the water.
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