The Fastest Way to Become the Surfer You Want to Be
Group lessons are great for getting started. Private coaching is for people who are serious about getting better.
When it's just you and your coach, every minute of the session is focused entirely on your surfing. Your technique. Your weaknesses. Your goals. The improvement is faster, the feedback is immediate, and the results speak for themselves.
Who This Is For
- Surfers who want to progress faster than group lessons allow
- Beginners who want dedicated one-on-one attention from the start
- Intermediate surfers working on specific techniques or breaking bad habits
- Adults who prefer a private, focused environment to learn
- Anyone with a specific goal — a trip coming up, a skill to master, a fear to overcome
What You'll Walk Away With
- Measurable improvement in your surfing — every single session
- Personalised technique coaching tailored to your body and ability
- A clear understanding of what to work on next
- Ocean reading skills and surf awareness
- The confidence that comes from knowing exactly what you're doing in the water
What's Included
- 1.5-hour one-on-one session with an ASI-qualified instructor
- Fully personalised coaching plan for your session
- All surfboards and wetsuits provided
- Video analysis available on request
- Lessons at North Wollongong Beach or Killalea Beach (The Farm)
Private Lesson Options
- Private Lesson — One-on-one, 1.5 hours, fully personalised
- Semi-Private Lesson — 2-4 people, 2 hours, shared coaching with a friend, partner or family
- Family Private Lesson — 2 hours, the whole family coached together
Why Private Coaching at Pines
Our private coaching instructors are our most experienced coaches. They're not just qualified — they're skilled at diagnosing exactly what's holding you back and fixing it in a single session. Most clients notice a significant difference in their surfing within the first lesson.
- Illawarra's award-winning surf school
- ASI-accredited instructors
- Flexible scheduling — book when it suits you
- Available for all ages and ability levels
What Our Private Students Tell Us
"I'd been surfing for two years and felt stuck. One private lesson with Pines and I finally understood what I was doing wrong. Game changer."
"Worth every cent. My coach was completely focused on me the entire session. I improved more in 90 minutes than I had in months of group lessons."
Common Questions
How is private coaching different from group lessons?
Every minute is focused entirely on you. Your coach analyses your surfing, identifies what to work on and coaches you specifically — not the group.
What level do I need to be?
Any level. We coach complete beginners through to experienced surfers looking to refine their technique.
What do I need to bring?
Swimwear, a towel and sunscreen. All surf equipment is provided.
How often should I book private lessons?
That depends on your goals. We'll give you an honest recommendation after your first session.
Where are lessons held?
At North Wollongong Beach or Killalea Beach (The Farm) — chosen based on conditions to give you the best coaching environment.