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Monday 7am - 5pm Tuesday 7am - 5pm Wednesday 7am - 5pm Thursday 7am - 5pm Friday 7am - 5pm Saturday 8:30am - 5pm Sunday 8:30am - 5pm

Illawarra Surf Academy

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Illawarra Surf Academy

Illawarra Surf Academy is Illawarra's only locally owned and based Surf Academy, accredited by Surfing Australia.

Operating at Thirroul, Corrimal & Warilla Beaches Services

Private Lessons
After School Kids Programs
School Holiday Programs
Adult Surf Lessons
Surf Coaching for Kids ands adults
School groups
Birthday Parties
Corporate Team building days
Gift Vouchers

Learn to surf with the Illawarra Surf Academy – the Illawarra region’s premier Surf Academy. With friendly, professional and highly qualified staff, led by locally grown Surfing professional, Nic Squires. We cater for surfers of any age and experience, with a variety of programs to maximise your enjoyment and surfing progression. our Lessons and Programs are designed and run by Nic Squiers and his experienced and enthusiastic coaching team - all Surfing Australia Level 1 Qualified; hold current first aid certificates; surf rescue certificates; and Working with Children’s checks. Located at Thirroul, Corrimal and Warilla beaches. We are the Surf Education Specialists, with friendly, experienced and local coaches. We provide safe and stable soft-top surfboards as well as Quiksilver Steamers to provide warmth and protection from the elements. Our Private Lessons are tailored to the individual, and our group lessons are designed to outline a broader range of topics to gain maximum knowledge. All our lessons and programs have a major focus on safety as well as surf awareness so you walk away closer to becoming a true surfer!

12/09/2026

🔥 LET’S GO! SUMMER IS COMING 🏄‍♂️🏄‍♀️

The weather is heating up, and we’re kicking off regular Adult Learn to Surf sessions at Corrimal Beach! 🌊☀️

Whether you’ve never surfed before or you’re ready to build your confidence in the water, we’ll give you the skills, knowledge and confidence to enjoy surfing on your own this summer.

🏄‍♂️ Small groups — max 6 surfers
🌊 Personalised coaching
🤙 Learn the fundamentals + ocean awareness
☀️ Build confidence and have a heap of fun
🏄‍♀️ All abilities welcome

Limited spots available!

Want to get surfing this summer?
📩 Flick us a DM and let’s get you in the water!

Illawarra Surf Academy — Learn. Surf. Progress. 🤙

10/09/2026

Couples that surf together, stay together 🤙🔥
Thanks for joining us this morning for a private lesson 𝐺𝐴𝐵𝐼 Margaux Lagnes
It was awesome meeting you guys 🏄‍♂️🏄🏻‍♀️

07/09/2026

A massive shout out to Head Coach Nicholas Squiers for taking out the O40’s at the Surfing Australia Titles in Wollongong at the end of last month 🥇
With this win, Nic has qualified to represent the The Irukandjis at the ISA World Masters for 2027🪼
Nice work coach 🤙🔥

21/08/2026

🌞 Spring is starting to show up! 🌊

With today feeling more like spring, there’s no better time to get the kids back in the ocean! 🤙

Our 4-Week After School Surf Program kicks off this September — giving kids the chance to surf, stay active, build confidence and make new friends along the way.

🏄‍♂️ All levels welcome
🌊 Weekly after-school sessions
💪 Fun, active & confidence-building
🏄‍♀️ Equipment included
🔥 Limited spaces available

If your kids love the ocean (or are ready to give surfing a go), this is the perfect way to ride into spring!

📩 DM us to book or secure your spot today.

Learn. Surf. Grow. 🌊
SurfLessons SpringSurf LearnSurfGrow

25/04/2026

Turn afternoons into surf sessions 🏄‍♂️
Our 8-week after school program is here!
Fun, safe, and perfect for all levels.
Call us on 0409111665 or DM for information & bookings🤙

02/04/2026

🌊 SCHOOL HOLIDAY SURF PROGRAM 🌊

Ready to get the kids off screens and into the ocean? 🏄‍♂️

Our School Holiday Surf Program is the perfect mix of fun, confidence-building and skill progression — whether they’re total beginners or already catching waves!

✔️ 3 x 2hr lessons
✔️ All equipment included
✔️ Small groups & expert coaching
✔️ Beginner → Intermediate progression

📅 Runs: Mon–Wed & Fri–Sun
⏰ Times: 9–11am or 1–3pm
💲 $165 (inc. equipment & GST)

Spots fill fast every holidays — lock yours in now!

👉 DM us or book today

22/02/2026

So Epic!
A massive congratulations to girls A-Team, taking out the Female Teams Challenge this week 🙌
Awesome effort crew 🥇

04/02/2026

Grom Squad Coaching is BACK BABY🔥🙌
After a little Break in Term 4, our After-School Elite Grom coaching programs in the Illawarra are kicking off for Term 1.
Positions are limited!
2hr Video review sessions focused on Technique, Progression and Competition Approach🏄‍♂️🏄🏻‍♀️
Call on 0409111665 for information and bookings

29/01/2026

Adult Group Surfing Lessons 🤙
FUN | CHALLENGING | ENERGISING
It’s not all about the kids having fun. We have Adult Group Sessions running weekly.
Tomorrow and Saturday look amazing with a great forecast of weather & waves ☀️
2hrs is $90 (all equipment provided)
Call us on 0409111665 for bookings

28/01/2026

Last minute kids lessons🏄🏻‍♀️🏄‍♂️
Tomorrow, Saturday & Sunday 9-11am @ Corrimal Beach
2hrs only $50
all equipment provided
Call us on 0409 111 665 for bookings🔥🤙

Address

Wollongong, NSW
2518

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 5pm
Tuesday	7am - 5pm
Wednesday	7am - 5pm
Thursday	7am - 5pm
Friday	7am - 5pm
Saturday	8:30am - 5pm
Sunday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+61409111665

Website

http://www.illawarrasurfacademy.com.au/

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