BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

After School
Monday to Friday: 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Before School
Tuesday: 6:30am - 7:30am

Included:

Wetsuit, Board and Sunscreen

Duration:

1 to 1.15 hour

For:

Kids 6-16 years
Beginner, Intermediates

Beginner

Give your kids the ultimate surf start with our Beginner Before & After School Surf Programs at Dee Why Salty Surf School.

Designed for beginners and first-time surfers, these sessions focus on building water confidence, learning the basics of surfing, and developing strong ocean awareness in a fun, safe, and supportive environment.

Our experienced coaches work with small groups to ensure every child feels confident, supported, and stoked, whether it’s their first pop-up or their first unassisted wave.

BOOK A SESSION

Use your lesson credits from lesson pack to book a session.

1 × surf session

Choose from available times

$40 per session
Requires a lesson pack (5 or 9 pack)
Price includes all equipment.

5 Week Program

Great for building confidence and consistency.

5 × surf lessons

Build consistency + confidence

$200 total
Price includes all equipment; surfboard, wetsuit, rash vest, sunscreen and zinc

9 week program

Best for real progress and skill development.

9 × surf lessons

Structured progression

$360 total
Price includes all equipment; surfboard, wetsuit, rash vest, sunscreen and zinc

intermediate

Our Intermediate Before & After School Surf Programs are designed for kids who can already catch waves and are ready to progress their surfing skills.

These sessions focus on improving technique, wave selection, paddling strength, and confidence in a variety of surf conditions.

With structured coaching and personalised feedback, surfers are encouraged to challenge themselves while learning alongside friends in a positive, social environment. Ideal for young surfers looking to level up their skills and spend more time in the ocean outside school hours.

book a session

Use your lesson credits from lesson pack to book a session.

1 × surf session

Choose from available times

$40 per session
Requires a lesson pack (5 or 9 lessons)
Price includes all equipment

5 Week Program

Great for building consistency and improving skills.

3 × surf lessons

Improve technique

$200 total
Price includes all equipment; surfboard, wetsuit, rash vest, sunscreen and zinc

9 week program

Best for strong progression and real skill development.

5 × surf lessons

Focus on positioning

$360 total
Price includes all equipment; surfboard, wetsuit, rash vest, sunscreen and zinc

Please call us on +61 430 433 918 or send us a message if you can’t find a suitable day or time in the calendar, or if you’d like to check prices for two to four people or sessions with your kids.

How to Get to Dee Why Salty Surf School – Dee Why Surf Beach, NSW

Dee Why Salty Surf School is located right at Dee Why Beach, making it easy to access whether you’re coming by car or public transport.

By Car:

If you’re driving from Sydney CBD or the Northern Beaches, head toward Dee Why and follow signs to Dee Why Beach. Parking is available along Dee Why Parade and in nearby beachside car parks. Once parked, walk toward the main beach area near the Dee Why Surf Life Saving Club — you’ll find Salty Safaris set up close to the beach.

By Public Transport:

Dee Why Beach is well serviced by buses from Manly, Brookvale, Warringah Mall, and the Sydney CBD. Get off at a Dee Why Beach stop and walk a few minutes toward the sand. It’s an easy stroll and hard to miss.

On Arrival:

You should be able to find our flag and sign set up out the front of the Dee Why Surf Life Saving Club On the Sand. Otherwise you can find out surf school Van Located in the car park behind the Surf Life Saving Club.

NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT ENTER THE SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB. WE ARE NOT LOCATED INSIDE.

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What our customers say

"Perfect for total beginners. Clear instructions, lots of encouragement, and no pressure to perform. I actually caught waves and loved it."
Hannah J. — United States 🇺🇸
Verified Customer
"Did a group lesson with friends and had the best time. Plenty of waves, heaps of laughs, and solid instruction. Already planning our next session."
Sophie & Friends — Australia 🇦🇺
Verified Customer
"My daughter struggles with confidence and absolutely thrived here. The instructors were encouraging without pushing too hard. Seeing her smile in the water was everything."
Natalie B. — Australia 🇦🇺
Verified Customer

Book Your Dee Why Surf Lesson Today

Your first surf lesson at Dee Why Salty Surf School is all about building confidence and having fun in the ocean. You’ll learn the fundamentals of surfing, from paddling and popping up to catching and riding your first waves with clear, supportive guidance every step of the way.

Our experienced local coaches create a relaxed, encouraging environment where you can learn at your own pace. Once you’ve mastered the basics, you can continue progressing with regular lessons or choose private coaching for more personalised instruction tailored to your goals.

Book your surf lesson today and experience the joy of surfing at Dee Why Beach.

Why surf with Saltys:

  • Learn from experienced, qualified local surf coaches
  • Enjoy a safe, supportive learning environment
  • All equipment provided, including soft beginner boards and wetsuits
  • Fun, confidence-building lessons at one of Sydney’s best beginner beaches

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