LEVEL SYSTEM
At Surf Proud, our group sessions are built differently.
We don’t just throw you in the water and hope for the best, we run a structured coaching system designed to help you progress, feel supported, and actually understand your surfing
Build control. Learn the basics. Ride with intention.
This where everything starts — and where most surfers are missing key skills.
This level is focused on building real control in the water before rushing into harder waves. You’ll learn how to properly handle your board, choose direction (left or right), and move with confidence in whitewater.
We don’t just teach you to stand up — we teach you how to control your speed, your board, and your decisions in the ocean
LEVEL 1 — FOUNDATION
Catch green waves. Find your rhythm.
This is where surfing really starts to feel like surfing.
This level is all about progressing from whitewater into green waves, learning how to paddle into your own waves, and riding along the face instead of just straight to shore.
You’ll start to understand positioning, timing, and how to move with the wave — not just react to it
LEVEL 2 - FLOW
Build speed. Turn with control. Surf with confidence.
This is where everything comes together.
You’ll move beyond just riding waves and start to direct your surfing — generating speed, learning turns, and building confidence in a range of conditions.
This level focuses on flow, control, and helping you become an independent surfer.
LEVEL 3 - DRIVE
SURF. REVIEW. PROGRESS
.Our 3-hour Super Sesh combines 2 hours of land and ocean coaching with 1 hour of group video analysis over coffee. Learn in the water, then watch your waves back with personalised feedback from your coach and support from an encouraging crew. One session. Big progression
SUPER SESH: Intermediate
Take your surfing to the concrete!
Our Surf Skate sessions are designed to help you build confidence, flow and better movement patterns for your surfing without needing waves.
Work on your stance, balance, body positioning, generating speed, compression and extension, turning and flow, with coaching tailored to your level.
SURF SKATE
HOW OUR LEVEL SYSTEM WORKS
WITH OVER 20 YEARS OF COACHING EXPERIENCE WE SPECIALISE IN CREATING A SAFE, EMPOWERING SPACE - PARTICULARLY FOR WOMEN LEARNING TO NAVIGATE THE OCEAN WITH CONFIDENCE.
We coach through a clear progression pathway:
Level 0 - First Wave
Level 1 - Foundation
Level 2 - Flow
Level 3 - Drive
Each level focuses on the right skills at the right time — so you’re not overwhelmed, held back, or stuck repeating the same mistakes.
This means: You’re always surfing with people at a similar level, Coaching is more specific and effective where progression feels natural and achievable.
LEVEL 0 — FIRST WAVE
If you’ve never surfed before — or have very limited water experience — we recommend you to complete a Level 0 Intro Session (1:1 or 1:2) before joining group classes. Why?
Because group lessons move quickly, and we want you to feel safe in the ocean, confident on your board, clear on the basics before adding pressure In your intro session, we focus on:
Board control
Safety + ocean awareness
Basic direction (left/right)
Your individual pop-up
This sets you up to get the most out of group sessions, instead of feeling overwhelmed or left behind.
SUPPORTIVE, SAFE & ATTENTIVE COACHING
Our sessions are intentionally kept small so we can provide
hands-on, attentive coaching, real feedback (not just cheering from the beach)A supportive, no-ego environment.
We understand that learning to surf can feel intimidating, especially in the ocean.
We prioritise clear communication and safety at all times while building confidence at your pace
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT
We don’t just teach you to stand up, we teach you how to control your board, read the ocean, and progress properly.That’s why so many surfers who feel stuck finally start to improve with us.
PRIVATE & GROUP OPTIONS
We offer both Private lessons and Private group lessons
Private Lessons (1:1 or 1:2)
Perfect for:
Beginners starting out
Faster progression
Personalised coaching
Private Group Sessions
Ideal for friends, events, or a more tailored experience together
NOT SURE WHERE TO START?
We’ve got you. Send us a message and we’ll guide you into the right level so you can get the most out of your time in the water
EQUIPMENT:
If you are hitting the surf and need a board, let us know and we will provide a foamie perfect for learning. Please bring along water, towel, sunscreen and hats. All surf skates, helmets and safety padding is provided.