Learning about beach safety and putting surfing skills to the test.

On Tuesday 3 November, our Year 10 Great Outdoors class travelled north to Te Arai Beach for a surfing and beach education experience as part of their studies on identifying hazards and managing risks in water-based activities.

The day began with a beach safety lesson led by the team from Aotearoa Surf, where students learned about the risks associated with surfing and how to stay safe in the water. They then headed down to the beach with their boards for their first surfing lesson.

Despite challenging surf conditions, our students showed great resilience and determination as they worked to catch their first waves. It was pleasing to see them persevere and put their new skills into practice. The experience provided an excellent opportunity for students to apply their classroom learning in a practical environment while developing their confidence in the water.

A great effort from all our Year 10 Great Outdoors students!