Everything You Need to Surf Margaret River — Lessons, Hire, and Local Knowledge in One Place
If you've already read about why Margaret River Surfing Academy (MRSA) is the region's first choice for surf lessons, you'll know that the standard they hold themselves to is exceptional. But a great surf experience doesn't begin and end with a lesson. It starts the moment you arrive at the coast — and that means having access to the right equipment, at the right location, without the stress of figuring it all out yourself.
That's where the story gets even better.
MRSA operates alongside its sister business, Margaret River Surf Hire (MRSH) — a dedicated surfboard and wetsuit hire operation running out of two of the region's most iconic surf spots: Rivermouth in Prevelly and Gracetown. Together, the two businesses offer visitors to Margaret River the most complete and convenient surfing setup in the region.
Whether you're booking your first lesson or heading out for a free surf on your own terms, you're covered.
Two Businesses, One Vision: Access to the Ocean for Everyone
Margaret River Surfing Academy and Margaret River Surf Hire share more than geography — they share a philosophy. Both businesses are built on the belief that the ocean should be accessible, the experience should be safe, and the quality of what's on offer should reflect the calibre of the region itself.
MRSA handles the coaching side: structured surf lessons, private sessions, corporate wellbeing programs, and school outdoor education experiences — all delivered by Western Australia's most credentialled surf team.
MRSH handles the gear side: premium surfboard and wetsuit hire for visitors who want to explore the breaks at their own pace, with the freedom to get in the water whenever the conditions call.
Margaret River Surf Hire — What You Need to Know
Margaret River Surf Hire operates from two locations that put you exactly where the surf is.
Rivermouth, Prevelly is one of the most famous surf breaks in Western Australia — a wave that has hosted international competitions, drawn surfers from around the world, and served as the backdrop to some of the most iconic surfing imagery the region has produced. It's also the home base of both MRSA and MRSH, making it the natural starting point for any visitor wanting to get in the water.
Gracetown is another jewel of the Margaret River coastline — a small, beautiful coastal settlement with consistent surf and a raw, unspoiled character that reminds you why the South West of WA is in a class of its own. For surfers wanting to explore beyond Rivermouth, Gracetown is an essential stop — and MRSH is right there to make sure you have everything you need when you arrive.
MRSH offers a full range of hire equipment to suit all experience levels, including soft-top surfboards ideal for beginners and intermediates, hard surfboards for more experienced surfers looking to step it up, and wetsuits suited to the Margaret River water temperatures year-round. Equipment is available for daily hire, and booking ahead is recommended — particularly during peak visitor periods when demand is high.
To hire equipment at Gracetown or to enquire about availability, contact Margaret River Surf Hire directly on +61 415 129 973 or visit mrsurfhire.com.au.
Why Having Two Locations Changes Everything
Visiting surfers often make the mistake of treating Margaret River as a single surf spot. In reality, the region is a stretch of coastline with multiple distinct breaks, each with its own character, swell window, and ideal conditions. The ability to be at Rivermouth one morning and Gracetown the next — with equipment available at both — is a significant advantage that very few visitors take full advantage of.
MRSA and MRSH together make that flexibility effortless.
It's the complete Margaret River surfing experience, and it's available through two businesses that were built to work in exactly this way.
Local Knowledge You Can't Google
One of the underrated advantages of booking with operators who are genuinely embedded in the Margaret River surf community is the local knowledge they carry. The coaches at MRSA surf these breaks constantly. They know which spots work on which swells, how the conditions shift throughout the day, and where a beginner is going to have the most fun versus where an intermediate can push their progression.
The Full Margaret River Surfing Setup — At a Glance
For visitors planning their time in the region, here's how MRSA and MRSH work together to give you everything you need:
Want to learn? Book a surf lesson with Margaret River Surfing Academy. Beginner group lessons start from $50 per person. Private group, individual, and performance coaching options are also available. All equipment is provided for lessons. Visit mrsurf.com.au to book.
Want to hire gear and surf independently? Contact Margaret River Surf Hire for surfboard and wetsuit hire at Rivermouth (Prevelly) and Gracetown. Daily hire available. Call +61 415 129 973 or visit mrsurfhire.com.au to book.
Want to do both? Start with a lesson with MRSA, then continue exploring the region's breaks with hire equipment from MRSH. It's the most complete surfing itinerary available in Margaret River — and the most rewarding.
