Private Local Pro Session

Noosa Surf Experience With A Local Pro, Private

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Duration: About 3 hours
Meeting point: Hastings Street
Run by: Foam and Resin Surf Hire
Minimum age: 18
Group size: Up to 4

Overview

This session puts you in the water with the owner of Foam and Resin Surf Hire, a lifelong surfer and Queensland Longboard Champion who has spent more than 47 years riding Sunshine Coast waves. The whole thing runs about 3 hours and starts at the shop on Hastings Street, where you talk through your experience level, your confidence in the water, and what you want from the day. From that conversation he picks a board for you, from a stable soft-top for newcomers to a performance shape for surfers with more mileage.

Next comes the spot selection. Depending on tides, swell and wind, you either walk or drive to wherever is working that day, which might be one of Noosa's inner points such as First Point or a beach break at Sunshine. On the sand there is a short briefing covering technique, safety and how to use your time in the water well. Then you surf, with coaching happening live in the water as you catch waves matched to your level, whether that is a first foam ride or trimming along a longer wall.

Row of foam surfboards on sand with instructor briefing distant learners at sunrise

The session suits all skill levels, and the board, fins, leash and waxing are part of the deal. It works well for visitors who want coaching aimed squarely at where they are now rather than a one-size lesson. One reviewer who booked it for a relative with limited surfing experience felt he had made some improvement after the lesson. You finish back at the shop, salty and, in the words of the listing, stoked.

DurationAbout 3 hours

What's Included

Included

Personal surf coaching from a local pro
Surfboard matched to your skill level and the day's conditions (including fins and a leash, with the board properly waxed)
Guided session at the best local surf spot
Pre-surf beach briefing and safety overview
Walk to the surf spot when the selected location is within walking distance

Not Included

Transportation to the surf spot (if driving is required, it comes at an extra cost)
Photos (available only when possible)
Wetsuits or rashguards (can be rented at extra cost, pre-booking required)

Run byFoam and Resin Surf Hire

Itinerary

Meet at the surf shopMeet at 60 Hastings St, Noosa Heads. You discuss your level, water confidence and goals, and get matched with a board, fins and leash.
Head to the breakWalk to the chosen surf spot when it is within walking distance. If driving is needed, transport is an extra cost.
Beach briefingA short briefing on the sand covers technique, safety and how to make the most of the water time. Tips adjust to your level.
Surf the sessionSurf with in-water coaching, encouragement and advice in real time, riding waves suited to your ability.
Return to the shopThe session ends back at the Hastings Street shop.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points worth knowing before you book this session.

Off-road vehicle, coach and surfer walking to the water on a wide Double Island Point beach.

What to bring. The listing recommends swimwear, a towel, sunscreen and a wetsuit or rashguard. Wetsuits and rashguards are not included but can be rented for an extra cost, and the rental needs to be pre-booked.
Getting there. Meet at the shop on Hastings Street in Noosa Heads. Pickup is not included. Walking to the surf spot is covered, but any required driving comes at an extra cost.
Pace and fitness. Expect around 3 hours in total. The session is tailored to your level, so the intensity scales with what you want from it.
One on one coaching. Coaching is personalised rather than a fixed lesson script, and the host stays in the water with you giving live feedback. Reviewers describe him as friendly and a great teacher.
Photos. Photos are not part of the package. They are only available when possible, so do not count on them and plan to bring your own way of capturing the day if it matters to you.
Weather flexibility. Spot choice depends on the day's tides, swell and wind, so the location can change. One reviewer reported being offered a better day when conditions were rough, and another appreciated the range of boards available for different situations.

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Common issues. Transport to the surf spot is not included when driving is needed, and that cost sits with the traveller. Wetsuits, rashguards and photos are also excluded, with wetsuit rentals requiring pre-booking. Sessions depend on the day's tides, swell and wind, so the exact spot and quality of waves vary. One reviewer mentioned having a rough day, which is a reminder that conditions are outside anyone's control.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

Personal surf coaching from a local pro, a surfboard matched to your skill and the day's conditions, fins, a leash and a waxed board, a guided session at the best local spot, a beach briefing and safety overview, and the walk to the surf spot when it is within walking distance. The whole experience lasts about 3 hours.

Is Pickup Included?

No, pickup is not included. You meet at the surf shop at 60 Hastings St, Noosa Heads, and walk to the surf spot when it is close. If driving to the break is required, transport comes at an extra cost.

Is This Session Suitable For Beginners?

Yes. The listing states it is open to all skill levels, from first-time surfers on a soft-top to advanced surfers on a performance board. One reviewer booked it for a son with only a little surfing experience and reported he enjoyed it and felt he improved.

Do I Need To Bring My Own Wetsuit?

Wetsuits and rashguards are not included but can be rented at an extra cost, and the rental must be pre-booked. If you have your own, bring it. Swimwear, a towel and sunscreen are also recommended.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Inside that window the listing does not state any refund terms, so check the booking page for details before you commit.

Are Photos Of The Session Provided?

Photos are not included. They are only available when possible, so treat them as a bonus rather than a guarantee and bring your own camera arrangements if photos matter to you.