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come for the surf

stay for everything else

More than a surf school

Girls on Board is more than a surf school, it’s a community built around surfing, connection, confidence and good times. From women’s surf programs and kids’ lessons to events, retreats and surf trips, there’s a place for everyone at Girls on Board.

Good Company

The people make the experience

surf with us

And stay a while
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womens surf programs

Find your people
Surf, progress and connect with a community of women who love being in the water.

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womens surf programs

Public lessons

Everyone's welcome
Running throughout summer and peak periods, our public lessons are a fun and supportive place to learn to surf and get in the water with the whole family. Guys, you are welcome to join!

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kids surf programs

Little waves, big confidence
Fun, supportive surf sessions where kids can learn, build confidence and have a good time in a safe environment.

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PRIVATE lessons

Surf your way
Personalised surf coaching tailored to your experience, goals and confidence in the water. From first waves to refining your skills.

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surf guiding

Go beyond your usual break
Explore Phillip Island's waves with local knowledge and guidance in the water. Surf Guiding is for confident surfers ready to discover new breaks, navigate unfamiliar lineups and surf with more confidence.

SURF SOMEWHERE NEW

   Meet us somewhere new

Because some of the best surf memories are created away from home. Think warm water, palm trees and no wetsuits required.

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This is girls on board

       Where surfing meets community
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Girls on Board started 14 years ago with a simple idea, to make surfing feel like somewhere females could belong. A place to learn without judgement, build confidence and find like minded people to share the experience with.

Born from a genuine life spent surfing, Girls on Board has grown into a community built around surfing, connection, good times & great people. From local programs and coaching to surf trips to events and everything that happens around the water, Girls on Board is so much more than a surf school.

Come and surf with us, stick around and see where the adventure takes you.