Mangawhai's home surf school

Daily lessons for all ages and abilities on one of Northland's most beautiful beaches, with friendly local coaches who love what they do.

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Learn to surf the easy way

Mangawhai Heads Surf School runs daily lessons catered for most age groups, from beginner to intermediate level. You don’t need experience to learn to surf, nor do you need to be able to swim. Jump in with our beginners lessons where you’ll start off in waist-deep water.

All lessons take two hours with a qualified instructor, and boards and wetsuits are included. We keep things relaxed, safe and fun, so whether you are six or sixty, your first session feels like a good day at the beach rather than hard work.

Why learn with us

A surf school built for first timers

Qualified local coaches

Friendly, qualified instructors who know this beach inside out and love seeing people stand up for the first time.

Everyone is welcome

Lessons for most ages and abilities, from absolute beginners to improvers, with no experience or swimming needed to start.

Gear included

Boards and wetsuits in every size are part of every lesson. Just bring your togs, a towel and some sunblock.
The beach

One of Northland's best learning beaches

Mangawhai Heads is a beautiful, gently sloping beach that is ideal for learning to surf. The clean sand bottom and friendly waves make it a safe, welcoming place to find your feet.

Our base is at 147 Wintle Street, just a short stroll from the surf. The beach offers good parking only 50m from our base, plus toilets, showers and changing facilities, so the whole experience is easy from start to finish.

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Come and learn to surf with us

Daily lessons for all ages and abilities. Boards, wetsuits and a qualified coach are all included.