HSC is a surf coaching company based in Coolangatta, on the Gold Coast (Queensland/ Australia).
We conduct training programs for kids and adults from upper intermediate to advanced levels that aim to improve their surfing skills in a safe, fun and progressive way.

We offer a mobile service between Burleigh Heads and Tweed Coast, always looking for the best waves to maximise the performance of our clients.

Our Coaching is composed of four distinct areas of preparation: Technical, Tactical, Psychological and Physical. We provide 2 specific programs to suit the need of each surfer according to their goals.

The first program is focused on tecnhical and physical preparation. The main goal is to identify the areas where the surfers have difficult and provide feedback and guidance of how to improve their tecnhique and also highlighting ocean knowledge. It is suitable for both free surfers and competitors.

The second program is focused on tactical and Phsychological preparation. In this program the surfers will work on tactics and strategies of competition, learning how to prepare offensive and defensive actions, highlighting the judgement criteria adopted by WSL in order to fulfill an athletic objective. It is appropriate for competitors both professionals and amateurs who intend to build a competitive foundation and possibly to pursue a career as a pro surfer.

Our coaches are fully qualified, highly experienced and love surfing. We are pleased to help the students to develop and improve their surfing skills to reach their best.

“Surfing is our Business”

Andre Teixeira (Head Coach)

Andre started surfing at 8 years old, started competing at 12 and became professional at 18. He has been living in Kirra, QLD/Australia since 2007 and dedicated four years of his career traveling the world competing in the WQS where he acquired extensive experience in life and as a competitor.

Now the athlete has a new challenge: pass on the knowledge acquired during these years for the young talent emerging and intend to pursue a career as a professional surfer.

Best Competition Results:

  • 4th JR Open 2008
  • 5th Boardmasters England 2010 – WQS 5 stars
  • 3rd Chiko Burleigh Pro 2014
  • 9th Scoot Burleigh Pro 2015 – WQS 1000
  • 2 x Open Champion Kirra Surfriders 2013-2014

Qualifications:

  • First Aid and Advanced Resuscitation (Award Certification)
  • Surf Rescue (Award Certification)
  • Blue Card (for child related employment)
  • Level 3 Surfing Australia International Judge
  • Level 2 Surfing Australia Surf Coach (High Performance)