2 Hour Surf Lesson - Te Arai Beach

Recommended by 98% of travelers

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Auckland, New Zealand

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

If you’ve always wanted to learn to surf, the North Auckland east-coast beach of Te Arai is an ideal place to do so. In a two-hour, small-group lesson you’ll learn everything you need to feel confident on a surfboard, including positioning, paddling technique, ocean awareness, and timing. Lessons can be designed for beginner, intermediate, and more advanced surfers.

All necessary gear will be provided, including wetsuits and sunscreen
Learn a new skill that you can practice later
Enjoy beautiful views as you surf
Receive personalized attention during a small-group lesson

What's Included

2 Hour surf lesson
All required equipment - Surfboard, leash, wetsuit and rash shirt
Qualified and experienced instructor
Sunscreen protection
All taxes, fees and handling charges

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup point

708 Te Arai Point Road, Te Arai 0975, New Zealand
Te Arai Beach

Meeting point

708 Te Arai Point Road, Te Arai 0975, New Zealand
Please meet directly at Te Arai beach Reserve. Please bring togs, towel, warm clothes for afterwards. All surfboards, wetsuits are provided

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Aotearoa Surf School

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
You will receive immediate confirmation upon booking completion
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 119 reviews

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Great experience!

Laura_B, Jan 2026

We booked four days of private lessons with Maya and couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. She handled different levels with ease — from beginner to intermediate — and was wonderful with our 7-year-old daughter who was just starting. Thanks to her great advice and sharp eye, we all got up and caught waves. Big thanks to Maya!

Popping up

Lincoln_V, Dec 2023

Putting the skills I learned from the trainer into action by standing up on the board was the highlight and know having the skills to feel confident enough to hire a board anywhere I go.