Your coach. Your pace. Your waves.
One hour of focused, one-to-one coaching.
Perfect for nervous beginners, families who want a session together, or anyone wanting to progress fast. Boards and wetsuits included.
Book a private $150 for 1 hour · up to 4 peopleAll the attention, none of the waiting
A private lesson is built around you – what you want to learn and how fast you want to go.
Faster progress
Every wave is coached, so you improve faster than in a group.
Nervous? No stress
Go at your own pace with no one watching. Great for anxious beginners.
Family time
Learn together as a family, with coaching for each person.
Level up
Already surfing? Work on what's holding you back.
Made for you
Kids and adults, first-timers and improvers.
One hour, all about you
For a 1-hour lesson.
- 1 hour of one-to-one coaching
- Surfboard, wetsuit and leash included
- Coaching tailored to your goals
- Ocean-safety skills built in
- Coached by Ben at Taupō Bay
Ben Quarrie, founder
“Surfing became a place where I felt confident, grounded and connected. I want every kid to find that.”
I started surfing at 10 and coaching at 12. Coaching alongside my own mentor showed me how much a safe, supportive approach matters – especially for beginners who feel nervous.
One student was terrified of the water at first. A few sessions later he was riding waves with confidence. Moments like that are why I started Foamy Frothers.
🎓 Qualified, professional coaching · 🏆 6+ years coaching · 🤙 1,000+ surfers coached
Frother-approved
“I like surfing because we can learn some tricks we don't know and the big waves are fun and scary… 10/10 surfing experience with Ben, thank you. We are looking forward to the next surf program.”
Frequently asked questions
Still not sure? Fill in the form anyway – Ben will text you within 24 hours and you can ask him anything.
Book a privateWho is a private lesson for?
Anyone who wants focused coaching – nervous beginners, families, or surfers wanting to improve fast.
What's included?
Coaching, surfboard, wetsuit and leash. Just bring togs, a towel and some water.
Where do we meet?
Taupō Bay, Northland. You'll get the exact meeting spot in your confirmation text.
How do we pick a time?
Fill in the form and Ben will text you within 24 hours to find a time that works.
Can the whole family come?
Yes – a private lesson can be a family session for up to 4 people, all for the one $150 price. List everyone's names and ages in the form.
How do I pay?
Nothing to pay yet. Once Ben has texted to lock in a time that suits you, he'll send a link to pay by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay (or bank transfer if you prefer).
What if we need to cancel?
Let us know more than 48 hours before and you may be able to reschedule or get a refund. Within 48 hours, refunds may not be given.
What if the surf or weather is bad?
If we cancel for weather, ocean conditions or safety, you'll be offered a reschedule or a refund. See our terms.
Book your private session
$150 for a 1-hour lesson, for up to 4 people.
Fill in the form
Tell us who's surfing, their ages and what you'd like to work on.
Get a text from Ben
Within 24 hours – to find a time that works.
Pay with one tap
Ben texts you a payment link once the time is locked in.