Accessible surf therapy lessons

When

Contact Ability Surf for lesson dates.

Where

Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area in North Coast

Accessibility

Medium

Grade

Easy. Lessons are tailored to individual needs and abilities. Suitable for adults and children 2 years and over.

Price

Contact Ability Surf for pricing.

Entry fees

Park entry fees apply

Meeting point

Confirm with Ability Surf when booking your lessons.

Bookings

Bookings required. Please book online or email Ability Surf.

Get your bearings on a surfboard with Ability Surf in Byron Bay's world-famous swells. The coaches are allied health professionals who can help people of all abilities become more confident in the waves, using physiotherapy and occupational therapy techniques.

You’ll start with a one-to-one session in still water, where coaches help you work on surf and beach basics while learning about your needs and abilities. Then you’ll start tackling beginner surf breaks around Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area. If you’re keen to level-up, you can also join small, inclusive group sessions.

Parents or carers need to come along to lessons. It’s a great opportunity to see surfers build skills and resilience in a supportive environment and become more independent accessing the beach and surf. The crew at Ability Surf provide all equipment for the 1-hour classes, including wetsuits, surfboards, life vests and rash shirts. Class locations depend on the surf conditions and how your skills are progressing.

Ability Surf has a disability surf coaching licence permit from Ballina Shire Council. You can pay for sessions privately or via National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) packages

Ability Surf is a licensed commercial tour operator with a Parks Eco Pass.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info