About Us
At Green Wave Raglan, surfing is what brings us together. We love being in the ocean and introducing people to the waves and lifestyle that make Raglan so special. Our little coastal town has a lot to offer and we’re here to make sure you enjoy it to the fullest.
With over three decades of surf teaching experience between the three owners, and a team of qualified, passionate coaches from New Zealand and around the world, our goal is to help you have fun, build confidence, and improve your surfing—whether you’re catching your very first wave or looking to take your surfing to the next level.
We’re just a bunch of friendly surfers who genuinely love what we do. We believe the best surf experiences come from great coaching, plenty of laughs, and sharing good waves with good people. We can’t wait to welcome you to Raglan and share our passion for surfing with you.
Bing Lyons
Bing has been exploring all corners of the world since 2003. To fund his adventures he’s been a bartender, first mate on ships, caddy for professional golfers and door-to-door salesman. After visiting over 80 countries in his extensive travels, he settled in Raglan and helped launch Green Wave.
In addition to teaching surf lessons, Bing runs the kitchen and extracurricular activities for Green Wave. He claims to have invented coconut rice.
Favorite Surf Spots:
Cloud 9, Frigates, Arugam Bay
Most Memorable Surf Trip:
Playing in a basketball league in the Philippines
Words of Wisdom:
“Life’s a garden. Dig it.”
Wes Rogers
Wes grew up surfing the notoriously fickle, sometimes firing New England coastline. He spent the better part of his youth in a 5mil wetsuit hunting cold water waves close to home. Since then, he’s dragged a board bag all over Central and South America, the Caribbean, Hawaii, Indonesia and Fiji. In 2014, he landed in Raglan and couldn’t get enough of the iconic left points and tight-knit community.
He loves going left, getting barreled and drinking coffee (in no particular order).
Favorite Surf Spots: Grajagan, Frigates, Indies, The Boom, Blacks, Rye Rocks, Salisbrook
Most Memorable Surf Trip: G-Land 2014. A few weeks of pumping lefts in the jungle
Words of Wisdom: “The past is history, the future is a mystery, this moment is a gift”
Zennor Wernham
Local surfing legend and coffee addict Zennor spent over 12 years as one of New Zealand’s top professional surfers. After years of competing, Zen naturally transitioned into his role as head surf coach and co-founder of Green Wave Raglan. Most days you’ll find him at Ngarunui Beach sharing his passion for the ocean with our surf students. Racking up nearly 20 years of coaching experience, his expertise and patience will take your surfing to the next level. He is our fearless team leader.
While Zennor is probably the most relaxed, chilled-out surfer in Raglan, he loves competition. Whether it’s a surf contest, ping-pong or his beloved backgammon, be prepared if he challenges you. He will probably win!
Favourite Surf Spots:
Ngarunui Beach, Manu Bay
Most Memorable Surf Trip:
Costa Rica back in the day.
Words of Wisdom:
“If you don’t use it, you lose it.”
Schedlue & Bookings
Surf Lessons
Designed For Success
Why Green Wave
At Green Wave Raglan we pride ourselves in delivering high quality lessons to students of all ages and abilities. Developing confidence is key with any new sport. That’s why all of our experienced instructors make sure everyone feels safe and comfortable in the ocean. If you’re on the fence about giving surfing a try or just want to brush up on your skills, we have a lesson for everyone. Come join us in Raglan!
Small Groups
Personal experience for maximum progression.
We deliver a personal surfing experience that allows our students to progress as much as possible. Small groups enable instructors to provide more feedback and attention to each surfer.
Personal experience for maximum progression.
Quality Equipment
Summer or Winter we’ve got you sorted so you can maximise on your surfing
Having the right equipment is critical to success in surfing. That’s why Green Wave carries an array of surfboards and wetsuits to accommodate every surf student. Summer or winter, we’ve got you covered!
Free Photos
Show off your skills with downloadable photos of your lesson!
We include photos in all lessons and packages. You’ll have a priceless action shot to show off to all of your mates back home! Check our surf gallery to download your photos!