The practice of searching for better surf conditions led to the establishment of certain cities and towns as surfing centres, with a distinctive surfing culture.
These include Raglan, Mt Maunganui and Gisborne.

Raglan is particularly known for its consistent surf, and many people visit the small town to learn surfing from one of the local surf schools.
Green Wave Raglan is currently the top-rated surf school in the country.
The practice of searching for better surf conditions led to the establishment of certain cities and towns as surfing centres, with a distinctive surfing culture. These include Raglan, Mt Maunganui and Gisborne.
Raglan is particularly known for its consistent surf, and many people visit the small town to learn surfing from one of the local surf schools. Green Wave Raglan is currently the top-rated surf school in the country.
Surfing in New Zealand