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Location

This experience takes place at:
  • Middleton Beach, South Australia/ Moana Beach, South Australia *weather dependent.

Your Instructor

Ryan Baohm

Ryan Baohm is not just a Senior Firefighter with the Metropolitan Fire Service; he’s a man driven by deep passion for both his work and the ocean. As a lifelong surfer, Ryan has experienced first-hand the profound healing and balance that the sea can bring. He believes in the power of surf therapy to restore and rejuvenate, especially for those who face high-stress environments. Ryan dedicates his time and energy to making a real, positive impact on the wellbeing of his fellow first responders, military members and veterans. For Ryan, it’s not just about catching waves – it’s about helping others find peace, strength, and a sense of renewal in the water.

Surf lesson (1-ON-1)

  • For 1
  • 2 hours
  • Arrange a date and time when you enquire
$300
Per Person
(up to 1 people)

Overview

Experience the therapeutic power of the ocean with our exclusive 1-on-1 surf lessons, tailored specifically for first responders, military members and veterans. There’s nothing like the rush of catching your first wave, pushing your limits, and embracing the challenge of the ocean. Our expert instructors will guide you every step of the way, helping you step outside of your comfort zone and find peace in the rhythmic flow of the sea. Discover how surfing can be a transformative experience, offering both physical and mental rejuvenation.

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WHAT’s included

  • Meet on location
  • Wetsuit and board hire
  • Lesson on land
  • Coaching in the water Dedicated 1-on-1 tuition
  • Raw video of your session

Session Length

2 hours

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Guidelines

  • Participants must report any existing injuries within the pre-event questionnaire.
  • Participants must report any mental health condition for which they are receiving treatment.

Cancellation

  • Cancellations are permitted with more than 48 hours notice.
  • Cancellations within 48 hours will not be refunded unless exceptional circumstances exist.

Numbers on the Day

10 participants + instructors/ support staff

Dress Code

Comfortable clothing + a dry change of clothes.

Other Info

Don’t forget your towel and a bottle of water!

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Measurement Body Width (cm) Body Length (cm)
XSM 45.5 63.5
SML 48 64.5
MED 50.5 65.5
LRG 53 66.5
XLG 55.5 67.5
2XL 58 68.5
3XL 60.5 69.5

Men's Shirt Sizing Guide

Measurement Body Width (cm) Body Length (cm)
XSM 43 68
SML 47 71
MED 52 75
LRG 56.5 78.5
XLG 61 82
2XL 64 83.5
3XL 68 85

Narelle Mason

Counsellor

Narelle is a Level 2 registered counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association. She has a background in Military and Emergency Service roles, serving six years as a frontline Police Officer, followed by ten years in the Royal Australian Airforce.

Narelle has a wealth of experience with people from various backgrounds and has developed a deep understanding of mental health issues and the impact poor mental health can have on entire communities. She draws on her experience working in high-stress environments to facilitate programs that educate and reduce mental health stigma in the community.

Narelle’s primary focus is delivering 1-on-1 counselling to frontline members and veterans.

Matt Newlands

Counsellor

Matt is a highly experienced and passionate mental health advocate dedicated to helping individuals, executives, and organisations improve their mental health.

Drawing on his ten years of frontline experience as a former police officer, Matt provides counselling and mental health training to those in high-stress roles seeking high-performance outcomes. He also has experience navigating post-traumatic stress and depression following his service, which he uses to support and educate others.

Matt is a Level 2 registered counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association, a national Community Ambassador for RUOK?, a peer training consultation for The Male Hug, and sits on the state’s first Suicide Prevention Council as the First Responders representative.