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The West Coast Explore New Zealand, Australia & Fiji!tune
Authentic surf lessons with a New Zealand surf legend in the beautiful Tauranga Bay!
Authentic surf lessons with a New Zealand surf legend in the beautiful Tauranga Bay!
Highlights
- Enjoy a fantastic day out, a memory you will cherish!
- No experience necessary
- Great for family and friends to experience together!
- Highly qualified and professional coaching, with over 25 years experience
Learning to surf at the beautiful Tauranga Bay on the wild West Coast of the South Island is a memory you will cherish forever!
Mark the owner of West Coast Surf is a long time and very passionate coach, he loves to see his students succeed and to share his wealth of knowledge with you.
A learn to surf session with West Coast Surf includes the surfboard and wetsuit hire and 2 hours of coaching. It will set you up for some further learning on your travels and help you to develop great technique and skills.
All you need to bring along is a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, warm clothes for afterward and a big smile. Encourage your family and friends to join you for this fun and invigorating activity in nature at its best!
All prices are shown inNZD ($)
- Per Person$88.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Per Person$79.99 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$87.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$79.99 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$88.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$89.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$79.99 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$110.00
- Per Person$79.99 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$87.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$95.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$110.00
- Per Person$95.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$88.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$65.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$110.00
- Per Person$87.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$65.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$110.00
- Per Person$95.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$88.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$65.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$110.00
Authenticated Reviews
Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support
- emergencyMark is an awesome teacher, making lessons fun and engaging (8 people said this).
- emergencyCustomers praised the warm wetsuits and good quality surfboards provided (3 people said this).
- emergencyMany felt they improved their surfing skills quickly, with several standing up on their first try (5 people said this).
- emergencyThe positive and encouraging atmosphere created by Mark was highlighted (6 people said this).
- emergencyReviewers loved the personalized attention and small group sizes, enhancing their learning experience (4 people said this).
- emergencyThe location at Tauranga Bay was described as beautiful and perfect for surfing (3 people said this).
- star_shineBring a water bottle to stay hydrated
Consider booking multiple lessons to improve faster
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martynas from Poland wrote on 11 January 2026
Best surging lesson in NZ
Ii tried 3 different schools in NZ and this one is definitely the best. Mark was a great instructor and the Tauranga Bay is stunning. Definitely recommend
carolinef9 from New Zealand wrote on 06 January 2026
Friendly and chilled!
My family loved meeting Pat and his chilled and calm nature. My youngest really took to it and now wants a surf board! Took my husband a little longer to master but he managed it as well. Everyone had a great time and left being able to stand on the board. We plan to hire boards from them today to keep practicing! Such a beautiful location as well, I was very happy watching
Jiri Velcovsky from Czechia wrote on 24 November 2025
Mgr.
Awesome experience with Mark
Dylan Posey from Canada wrote on 24 November 2025
Unreal time with an amazing teacher
If you’re in the area you absolutely have to take a lesson here. Second to none and I wish I spent more time here so I could go back!
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Anessa Penner from Canada wrote on 11 January 2026
Amazing experience
Mark was an amazing instructor. This was my first time surfing and I was a little nervous about it but with his feedback and tips I was way more confident by the end. I learned the basics and was able to stand up and ride some waves. Super fantastic!