Live Surfboard Shaping
A unique feature of the museum is our working shaping bay, where you can watch boards being created for real clients!
Torquay surfboard guru and master craftsman Darren ‘Dicko’ Dickson often uses the space as his studio, so if you’re lucky, you may get an opportunity to see him in deep concentration as he works his creative magic.
If he’s not in action, you can still view his latest projects, templates, equipment and tools of the trade.
If you are just starting out, Dicko recommends to go and talk to old or established shapers, go and watch them shape and absorb their advice like a sponge and try out their techniques on your own designs, don’t be afraid to experiment and try out new things, you never know it may lead to a whole new model of board. He advises established shapers to check out new boards that are being released from the big brands to see what they are doing. Take inspiration from them and do your own version of it to keep your designs fresh and relevant for the modern day surfer whilst maintaining your own personal shaping style.
Ref: https://melbournesurfboardshop.com.au/blogs/news/darren-dicko-dickson-and-zak-surfboards-collaborate-on-new-surfboards
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING
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Stopped in on a weekend away. I was really impressed with the items in the collection and didn't realise surfing was such an old craft. I learned a lot about the history of surfing, the evolution of the boards and the technology that goes into making a great board. We spent about 1.5 hours in the museum but there us a 90 minute feature film that shows in the theatre, so allow more time if you want to watch the whole thing.
Annie Lamb
26/03/2023Wenn Surfing interessiert, dann ist dieses Museum ein Must, das Thema wird spannend präsentiert und mit Viedos untermalt
Ruedi Vogt
20/03/2023Well worth the few bucks to head in and see, fantastic service at the counter on the way in which sets the mood for the whole experience
Robert Bridge
20/03/2023 -
Great place to go.
Janet Williams
27/02/2023A must see in Torquay
murat oldaç
27/02/2023Really well done, although the entry fee of ~$12.50 was a little steep I thought. If they don't have government funding they definitely deserve it
Asher Middleton
27/01/2023 -
Great History of Surfing
Michael Lappen
27/01/2023Très bien mais je pense qu'il faut être fan de surf pour l'apprécier d'autant plus car il y a beaucoup de chose à lire et de références.
Hugo Llorens
27/12/2022Absolutely awesome history on Australian surfing. Highly recommended!
Alex Wadsworth
27/08/2022
Australian National Surfing Museum
Torquay VIC 3228
Australia
OPENING HOURS
9am – 5pm
7 days a week
364 days a year
(Closed Christmas Day)
LOCATION
Adult $12,
Student/Pensioner Concession $8
Child (aged 16 and under) $8
Family $25.
PLEASE NOTE: General admission prices are for self-guided tours with no time limit.
Group Discounts
Please see Education / Group Tours for details.