Junior Surf
developing future lifeguards
Our PURPOSE
The benefits of participating in Junior Surf are huge, and even extend well beyond beach knowledge. It enhances kids’ mental and physical well-being, hones their social skills, and encourages them to make friends. It also positively impacts their families and communities, creating memorable experiences for both caregivers and their kids.
We’re here to create a positive beach experience for all while building strong foundations of surf knowledge and skills. We provide a family friendly program at Ōrewa’s safe and convenient beach for children aged 3-13.
Our Promise
Our coaching team, managers and committee members are all volunteers brought together by our passion and belief for keeping our community safe in our waters. To achieve this, the Juniors’ team priority is to ensure we have engaged and passionate members (parents, volunteers and kids) working together, creating a thriving and fun club environment and developing our future New Zealand Surf Patrol teams.
Our Program
Junior beach Sunday sessions typically run between Labour Weekend and Easter each year (end of October - end of March). You can expect a mix of water and land activities building up skills and confidence as well as friendships and camaraderie.
For more information on our program and season dates, please click here
There are also opportunities throughout the season to apply and extend your skills and knowledge through age based surf and pool carnivals and Junior Surf camp. Check our Age Group Opportunities page for more detail.
There’s plenty of opportunity for everyone to get involved, we look forward to seeing you on the beach!
AGE GROUPS
U5 Group: 3-4 Years
U7 Group: 5-6 Years
U8 Group: 7 Years
U10 Group: 8-9 Years
U12 Group: 10-11 Years
U14 Group: 12-13 Years
Rookie Lifeguards: 13 Years
Age is calculated on 30 September annually.
Children ages 3–13 years of age and their families can join our club and participate in our Junior Surf Program between October and March. We encourage everyone to have fun and develop their skills in a safe beach environment.
