Groups

Island Surfboards & Surf School can cater for groups upto and including 65 students at one time. We have over 70 “as new” softboards between 6’ and 11’ and over 300 full wetsuits (32 & 43 Steamers) between little kids (size 4) and big kids (upto 125kgs). We pride ourselves on the level and condition of our equipment. As we are quite often dealing with cool to cold conditions (Australia’s Southern Ocean) it is imperative that our customers are as warm and as comfortable as possible.

We have 1-8 ratio of coaches to participants (in line with Surfing Australia guidelines) and all of our SA qualified coaches are also current holders of the Surf Rescue certificate

Please review our Risk Management & Island Surf School Coaches Code of Ethics documents.
 

Schools

“As a teacher that is constantly involved in outdoor education and outside instructors, I have never come across an organization as good as yours. Your staff are so passionate, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and helpful. Our students always have a great time, and I have no doubt this is because of the amazing level of professionalism your staff show. As I said, there is no place I would recommend more for an educational experience that Island Surf School.”
Danny Gwynne, Mt. Waverley Secondary College

A major part of Island’s Learn To Surf program revolves around school groups, with students of all ages and all types of schools taking part in lessons, sometimes in partnership with nearby school camp programs.  Surf lessons provide a safe and fun option for getting the kids outdoors and in the water, and the excitement they provide is something that will stay with students for years.

"To the awesome surf instructors at Smith’s beach – a massive thank you from all of us at Girton Grammar school.
The students had a fantastic time surfing in the rain! Thank you for your fabulous enthusiasm, patience and super stylin’ surfing tips!
The student’s highlights were getting to surf beyond the breakers and having ‘cool’ teachers!
We really hope to see you next year!"
  
Lucy Palmer and the year 10 Outdoor Ed class from GGS, Bendigo!

Special rates and discounts apply for schools, contact the shop for details.

Corporate and Clubs

“Last year we had four ‘unleash your secret power’ retreats at Phillip Island with some amazing feedback and now last weekend was a wonderful success again...
Here is just one piece of awesome feedback we got...

This is the most positive, uplifting, inspiring, transformative weekend I have ever attended. I leave much more complete, whole and empowered than when I arrived. My business vision is clear, my personal purpose is even clearer and my belief in myself now ROCKS! Thanks for EVERYTHING Rachel and the team.

I just wanted to share this with you because you guys are a huge part of why the participants have all loved this retreat so much.

They love going surfing and then they love receiving their certificates afterwards.

All five times we have come surfing you have been amazing, so thankyou.

Thanks for being so awesome with the participants, I feel so relaxed bringing them to work with you, knowing that you will be patient, funny, generous and kind toward them as you have been from the start.

I look forward to the next time we come surfing with you.”

Rachel Anastasi
Free to be me life coaching

Surf lessons can provide pathways for team building and moral boosts within organisations and clubs.  The sense of achievement and togetherness associated with learning to surf has provided solid platforms for success within groups, from corporate organisations, life seminars, and AFL football teams.  Contact the store for special rates and bookings.

Charity

“Taking a group of Karen refugees for a lesson with Island was an amazing experience. These people have known so many horrors in their short lives, and to see them out there with your patient coaches laughing and rolling around in the water was uplifting. The joy and excitement your lesson provided to the children is something I am sure they will never forget, as well as being a great introduction to the compassion, understanding and overall way of life in Australia.”
Suzanne Cooper, DIVERSITAT

Island has always been a proud, helpful and outstanding member of the business community, and is heavily involved in various projects with community groups both locally and nationally.  We work with members of disability groups, troubled and disadvantaged youth, and recent arrivals to Australia, just to name a few. Our view has always been that everyone deserves to experience the joy of surfing, no matter their background or situation.  Contact the store for further information, ideas or special rates.