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5 Day Surf Camp
5 day Learn to Surf Camp
Ideal for kids who really want to progress with their surfing!
This is the ultimate in surf coaching! Our instructor will work with the kids every day to ensure their safety and make sure they are progressing to a good standard so they enjoy their surfing. The kids will be surfing every day in conditions that best suit their ability. Parents are welcome, and this is a great way for the whole family to learn to surf.
Next 5 Day Surf Camp - 5th October 2009
(Very popular! Maximum numbers 10. Book early to avoid dissapointment).
EF Language School Surf Camp - 18th January 2010
(Must be an EF Language School student. Book early, this annual surf trip books out very quickly every year).
(check departure dates & availabilty)
Learning to surf is all about
- Having access to the right equipment, which we provide.
- Finding the waves that best suit your ability.
- Being given the right instructions and coaching.
Most of the kids are beginners and progress extremely fast. We have many kids that have been on this trip a number of times and are now intermediate surfers.
Where do we go?
Our tour heads north for the simple reasons of the sub tropical water and climate, the remote and unspoiled beaches, and the consistency of the surf due to the proximity of the 3 coasts (North, East, West). The surf up around Ahipara is ideal for learning to surf, and there is always a good learning wave somewhere in the area.
Why would you come with us?
We have our own exclusive lodge (Ahipara Surf Lodge) which is located right on the beach in Ahipara. In front of the lodge is a very good consistent beach break, which offers great learning and longboarding waves. We have been running these trips for 7 years, you won't find better!
Product Detail
We provide:
- 5 days surfing
- 4 night's accommodation, dormitory style at Ahipara Surf Lodge. (Upgrades available: Twin $25 per night/per person, Double $50 per night/per room).
- 3 fresh meals daily. Vegetarians no problem. (Lunch on Monday and Friday while in transit is at your own expense).
- All transportation. Pick up and drop off from central city Auckland.
- Surfboards, wetsuits, and accessories. Body boards (by request).
- Daily Surf Lessons (we are normally in the water for 2 hours per surf).
- Surf safety, learn about rips, holes and undertows, how to identify them, escape them and use them to your advantage.
- Beach activities.
Daily Itinerary
There are always surprises and last minute detours on this trip. Every day we will chase waves on either coast depending on the wind and swells, the only fixed part of the itinerary is the set accommodation spot at Ahipara Surf Lodge.
Day 1 - Kia Ora, Welcome. The search begins departing Auckland we head to the far north (Ahipara Surf Lodge). Today we have 1 surf.
Day 2 - We will find the best waves in northland. This could mean driving on the beach to get you to secluded surf locations. 2 surfs today.
Day 3 - Wake up, have breakfast and then we may surf in front of the lodge. 2 surfs today, some may have 3 if you have the energy!
Day 4 - More of day 2 and 3, by evening our surf pilgrimage will bring us home for our final night at Ahipara Surf Lodge. 2 surfs today.
Day 5 - Back to Auckland chasing waves on either coast. We arrive in Auckland late Friday afternoon. 1 surf today.
Bonuses: Sunsets, dolphins, wales, wild horses and dune boarding just to name a few.
Water Safety
Over the 5 days the students will learn about surfing etiquette and surf safety.
They will have a good understanding of:
- Who has the right of way on the wave and drop ins.
- Rips and how to escape them, identify them, and use them to your advantag
- Tides and the effect they have on the waves.
- Different types of waves, beach profiles and different breaks.
- Different wind condition, offshores, onshores and costal sea breezes and the effect it has on the surf.
- How to read weather pattens, what causes the surf and the formation of ocean swells.
Risk Management & Guides
NZ Surf Tours has a thorough risk management plan in every vehicle, which covers the different types of risks; dangers, risk management strategies and emergency plan procedures. All our guides are fully qualified and hold a minimum Surf NZ endorsement of Level 1.They have been trained in Surf Safety and hold current First Aid certificates for your safety. They have extensive local knowledge which allows them to find quality waves and give you a surfing adventure that you will never forget.
What to bring:
Personal items, sunscreen, sunglasses, towel, spending money, and lots of energy.
General Information
- Tours leave Monday 10 am from under the Big Boat in the Viaduct Habour.
- You will be sent a map when booking.
- We return Friday around 5pm.
- Tour groups are a maximum of 10 so be in quick, first come first served.
- Our surf season runs from approximately October through to May.
Bookings (Minimum Age 13)
Younger ages may be accepted if accompanied by an older sibling, mum, dad or gaurdian. We will also accept younger ages for school trips. All students must complete a Student Registration Form and a Conditions of Booking Form If you would like us to post them to you please let us know. They can then either be faxed or posted back to us.
These forms need to be signed by a parent or gaurdian whose kids are under the age of 18. You need to declare any medical conditions you may have as well as any disabilities. We also need to know about vegetarians and any food allergies you may have. If you need to see the menu for the week please contact us.
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Methods of payment:
Direct Deposit (Westpac 03 0156 0227359 00)
Credit Card (Master Card, Visa & Amex)
Cheque
Price
NZD $799 all-inclusive
NZD $699 (Surfers Special if you have your own board and wetsuit)
(check departure dates & availabilty)
The Map above gives a rough indication of where we go on our 5 Day Surf Camp. The white lines indicate where we drive on the beach, depending on the surf conditions and the tides.
Waxing up surfboards on the front lawn
Leaving the lodge for a surf
Group Surf Lesson
Stoked to be out the back
East Coast Surf Beach
Lunch at Ahipara Surf Lodge
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