Surf Shops in Australia

997 surf shops across Australia, ranked by local votes. Pick a city to narrow it down.

Showing 81–100 of 997

North Coast

Great Lakes Surf School

21 Hadley St · Forster · NSW 2428

We educate people about surf dangers and conditions when entering the ocean. We also show them the joy of riding a wave by tutoring on the beach first and putting this into practice once in the water.

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Cairns

Kite Rite Australia

Shop 9 471-475 Varley St · Yorkeys Knob · QLD 4878

Kitesurfing and stand up paddleboarding school in Cairns offering lessons, plus the sale and hire of kite and SUP equipment.

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Sunshine Coast

Red Zoo: Maroochydore

Sunshine Plaza · Maroochydore · QLD 4558

Red Zoo are funky streetwear stores located on the Sunshine Coast stocking Minkpink, Ladakh, Insight, Hurley, Afends, Vans, Converse, Rusty, Style Stalker, Dragon, Otis, Krew, Mooks, Stussy, Silent…

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Melbourne

Rip Curl: Melbourne

225 Swanston St · Melbourne · VIC 3000

Rip Curl is a company for, and about, the Crew on The Search. The products we make, the events we run, the riders we support and the people we reach globally are all part of the Search that Rip Curl…

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Melbourne

Rip Curl: Tullamarine

Sky Plaza T2, Melbourne Airport · Tullamarine · VIC 3043

Rip Curl is a company for, and about, the Crew on The Search. The products we make, the events we run, the riders we support and the people we reach globally are all part of the Search that Rip Curl…

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Melbourne

Rip Curl: South Yarra

516 Chapel St · South Yarra · VIC 3141

Rip Curl is a company for, and about, the Crew on The Search. The products we make, the events we run, the riders we support and the people we reach globally are all part of the Search that Rip Curl…

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Geelong

Rip Curl: Torquay

16 Baines Cres · Torquay · VIC 3228

Rip Curl is a company for, and about, the Crew on The Search. The products we make, the events we run, the riders we support and the people we reach globally are all part of the Search that Rip Curl…

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Perth

Surf Mania

Shop 1, 7 Railway Tce · Rockingham · WA 6168

Surf Mania is a locally owned and operated Surf Shop that specialises in providing the best quality products across Surf, SUP and Skate. Ideally located overlooking the Rockingham Foreshore, Surf…

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Central Coast

Surfers Choice

473 The Entrance Rd · Long Jetty · NSW 2261

A surf culture business with a shop in Long Jetty on the Central Coast of New South Wales, currently being refreshed under new ownership.

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Sydney

Wicks Surf

1103 Pittwater Rd · Collaroy · NSW 2097

Wicks Surf has the largest cross section of Surf Wear, Wetsuits, Surfboards, Surf Hardware and Accessories on the Northern Beaches. We carry all the major brands the surf industry has to offer. If…

Huge Selection of MenLadiesand Kid's surf and fashion clothing.Surf Board and Paddle board Hire.
Central NSW

Nation Street & Surf

Shop 31, West End Plaza, Kiewa St · Albury · NSW 2640

A fresh beginning, once called Switch, now to mix it up we are NATION STREET + SURF! Stocking all the biggest brands. Pop in and say what up to Luke and the crew...might be the smallest surf shop in…

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Central Coast

Sts The Board Centre

326 West St · Umina Beach · NSW 2257

Locally owned and operated surf shop located at Umina Beach. Stocking a huge range of all the top surf brands, surfboards & accessories such as swimmers, boardshorts, bikinis, rashvests, wetsuits,…

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Melbourne

Rip Curl: Essendon DFO

100 Bulla Rd · Essendon · VIC 3040

Rip Curl is a company for, and about, the Crew on The Search. The products we make, the events we run, the riders we support and the people we reach globally are all part of the Search that Rip Curl…

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Geelong

Quicksilver: Torquay

Shop 1 Surf Coast Plaza, Surf Coast Highway · Torquay · VIC 3228

Quicksilver is the world's leading board riding company, specialising in products for anyone who loves Surfing, Snowboarding, Skateboarding and the lifestyles that surround each of these pursuits.…

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Gold Coast

Rip Curl: Biggera Waters

Cnr Gold Coast Hwy & Oxley Drv · Biggera Waters · QLD 4216

Rip Curl is a company for, and about, the Crew on The Search. The products we make, the events we run, the riders we support and the people we reach globally are all part of the Search that Rip Curl…

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Safety Tips For Beginner Surfers

Surfing is a very exciting outdoor leisure activity, however surfing can also be extremely dangerous. If you are one of those people who are about to try surfing for the first time, the following are some of the safety tips that you should learn in order to have a fun and accident-free surfing experience:

  • Know your limitations. Surfing is a showmanship sport. You display your talent and skill in riding on waves before a huge number of spectators. But you should know when to stop. Remember that remaining alive is the most pleasant thing that you can share with your audience. So if the waves are rough and high, do not assume that you can handle it. The most courageous thing that you can do during this time is to swim to the shore and secure your life.
  • Surf with a partner. Never ride the waves alone. Surfing with a group of people or even just a partner is one of the most practical things that a beginner should do. If you surf with someone, help is immediately in reach. You should be informed however, that surfers should maintain a five to ten feet distance from one another to avoid accidents.
  • Look for lifeguards on duty. Avoid surfing when you could not see any lifeguard on duty. Even you surf with group, it still necessary to surf with a lifeguard observing your every move. Your co-surfers have their own individual business while surfing so they can't actually respond to your needs as quickly as a lifeguard could.
  • Watch out for sea creatures. Any body of water holds a diverse range of marine life, many of which can be highly hazardous to your health. Australia is no exception and holds some of the most deadly sea creatures in the world. Many local marine species are highly toxic and dangerous to humans. Examples range from the painful (but not deadly) stings of 'Blue Bottles' to deadly blue ringed octopus and stone fish. It pays to do a bit of background research on the native marine life in your local area as well as learning to apply the proper treatments. Information on both identifying dangerous marine life and treating seeking treatment for contact with them can be found in any first aid certificate course or book.