Where It All Began
Hi, I’m Gally, founder of Torquay Surfing Academy.
Born and raised in Torquay, I grew up surfing the beaches of the Surf Coast, where my passion for the ocean first began. That passion led to a successful competitive surfing career, including three Australian Shortboard Titles, multiple Victorian titles and the honour of becoming a Life Member of the Torquay Boardriders Club.
After many years of competing and coaching, I founded Torquay Surfing Academy in 2001 with a simple vision: to create a surf school where real surfers could share their knowledge, passion and respect for the ocean in a safe, fun and authentic environment.
More than 25 years later, that vision continues. Today, TSA remains a proud family-run business, now led by my son Chase, with an experienced team of local surfers who are passionate about helping others discover the joy of surfing and everything that makes the Surf Coast such a special place.
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MEET THE TEAM
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Grayme “Gally” Galbraith Founder & Director -
Kevin Hayes Head Surf Coach
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Jeremy Robertson Surf Coach
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Ray “Steak” Macintosh Surf Coach
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Mac “Focca” Fox Surf Coach
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Parry Kelly Surf Coach
Our motto, “Real Surfers, Teaching Real Surfing,” reflects everything we do.
Our team is made up of passionate local surfers who know the Surf Coast inside and out. Inspired by Gally’s lifelong passion for surfing, they’re proud to continue the tradition he began more than 25 years ago. Many of our instructors grew up surfing the very beaches you’ll be learning on and love sharing their local knowledge, passion for the ocean and years of experience with everyone who joins us.
As a Surfing Australia accredited surf school, all of our instructors are fully qualified and hold Surfing Australia coaching accreditation, Working with Children Checks, First Aid (including CPR) and Surf Rescue qualifications. They’re here to build your confidence, share a few laughs and help you discover just how much fun surfing can be.
