Is a private lesson worth it over a group lesson?

Group lessons can have up to 16 people. A private lesson gives you a coach focused only on you or your group, so most people progress noticeably faster.

Can complete beginners book a private lesson?

Yes. Private lessons suit every level, from your very first wave.

How many people can join a private lesson?

Up to 5 for a standard private lesson, or up to 4 with Luke. The more people you bring, the lower the price per person.

What do I need to bring?

Just swimmers and a towel. We supply the board, wetsuit, rash shirt and sunscreen.

At the surf school van out the front of the restaurant at One Mile Beach, Port Stephens. It's under an hour's drive from Newcastle and about 2.5 hours from Sydney.

PS Surf School/Private Lessons

Private surf lessons at One Mile Beach, Port Stephens

Want to fast-track your surfing, or just prefer your own coach? Our private lessons give you one-on-one attention from a Surfing Australia accredited coach on one of the safest learner waves on the NSW coast. Lessons are tailored to your goals, whether it's your first wave or you're refining your technique. Come on your own or bring up to four friends or family.

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Private surf lesson coach at One Mile Beach, Port Stephens

Pricing

Private lesson prices

Private Surf Lesson

1 hour · All levels · 1–5 people

1 person: $190
2 people: $340 · $170 pp
3 people: $490 · $163.33 pp
4 people: $640 · $160 pp
5 people: $790 · $158 pp

An extra coach is provided for groups of 4–5, subject to availability.

Luke Michalak, owner and Head Coach, surfing

Private 1:1 with Luke Michalak

1 hour · Up to 4 people

1 participant: $295
Each extra person: $110

Runs 11:30am–12:30pm year-round with Luke, owner and Head Coach.

The essentials

What's included

Softboard, wetsuit, rash shirt and natural sunscreen. Just bring swimmers and a towel. Meet at our surf school van out the front of the restaurant at One Mile Beach, 10–15 minutes before your start time. All participants sign the online waiver before the lesson.

Is it for you?

Who private lessons are for

Nervous beginners who want a coach right beside them
Families who want the session built around their kids
Surfers who already stand up and want feedback on technique, wave selection and turns
Couples and small groups of friends who want their own lesson
Young surfers thinking about competing (see our High Performance Surf Academy)

Reviews

What our private students say

"Ash and Luke taught our party of 4. Well worth the private lesson — they got all 4 of us up catching waves. Bucket list ticked at 50. You're never too old!"

— Cherie Binstead

"The experience exceeded all my expectations thanks to Luke. Expertise, patience, enthusiasm — by the end of the lesson I was catching waves and feeling like a pro. Unforgettable."

— Maryna Kuehn

"Nathan asked about my goals prior to the lesson, helped me with my anxiety and fear of waves, and taught me about body integration. I love his holistic way of teaching."

— Yunhao Chen

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The quick answers

Private surf lesson FAQs

Is a private lesson worth it over a group lesson?: Group lessons can have up to 16 people. A private lesson gives you a coach focused only on you or your group, so most people progress noticeably faster.
Can complete beginners book a private lesson?: Yes. Private lessons suit every level, from your very first wave.
How many people can join a private lesson?: Up to 5 for a standard private lesson, or up to 4 with Luke. The more people you bring, the lower the price per person.
What do I need to bring?: Just swimmers and a towel. We supply the board, wetsuit, rash shirt and sunscreen.
Where do we meet?: At the surf school van out the front of the restaurant at One Mile Beach, Port Stephens. It's under an hour's drive from Newcastle and about 2.5 hours from Sydney.