Private Surf Lessons

• Bespoke surfing tuition for your ability and requirements
• Approx 3 hours from arrival to departure
• Equipment, changing rooms, lock box for valuables, showers and insurance included
• Allocation of equipment, wetsuit and surfboard at the surf school
• Assessment of ocean conditions
• Beach safety talk
• Familiarisation with surfing terminology and etiquette
• A lively warm-up on one of Newquay’s stunning beaches
• Introduction to board handling
• Introduction to prone riding
• Jumping up, accelerating and stopping safely
• A dog sitter if you require it. Just contact us for more details.
• Skills analysis and feedback
• Discount card for apres surf food/drink and the Rip Curl shop (15%)

Private Surf Lessons

If you’re looking for an surf lesson experience tailored around you, then a Private Surf Lesson is the ideal choice for you.

Our private surf lessons are entirely tailored to your preferences. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or advanced surfer, we can cater to your specific needs in a customised manner. Throughout the session, you’ll benefit from constant feedback, as you’ll have the undivided attention of your coach.

Unique Coaching Focussed On Your Needs

Our 2-hour private surfing lessons are available for booking by individuals, families couples, and groups up to 4.  Our highly knowledgeable and passionate coaches with up to the highest ISA Level 2 coaching accreditation will know exactly how to get the best from your session with us.

Located either on Fistral Beach or one of the Newquay town beaches, we maximise your lesson time with our exceptional surroundings. Whether you’re an individual looking to progress or a small group wanting to enjoy a surfing experience together, we offer a wide range of equipment suitable for all abilities and ages (3 years and older).

For families of 4 or more we recommend our Family Surf Lessons.

Is This Lesson For Me?

We’ve teamed up with our expert surf instructors to create a quiz to take the guesswork out. Take our quick What Level Surfer Are You Quiz to determine what level of surfer you are.

Newquay has many surf schools, but we are the longest-running of them all (launched in 1995). When you book with us, you aren’t just getting a lesson; you are entering a learning environment designed by the very best in the industry.

Here is why over 200,000 surfers, from total beginners to elite pros, have chosen us:

Curriculum Designed By A National Team Coach

This is our biggest difference. Every lesson plan we deliver has been bespoke designed by our Director, Rob Barber, a former British and English Surfing Team Coach. Whether you are standing up for the first time or perfecting your cutback, you are following a progression roadmap created by a coach who has trained the country’s best athletes.

Elite Instructors (The Academy Standard)

We don’t just hire students on summer break; we train career professionals. The large majority of our team comes through our own 3-week Intensive Surf Instructor Course where we sculpt students to become well rounded expert instructors. They go beyond the basics, with many signed off to deliver:

• Video Analysis for technical correction.
• Surf Skate Training for dry-land practice.
• ISA Level 1 & 2 (International Surfing Association) instruction.

A Global Surfing Powerhouse

We are more than just a local school; we are a hub of international surf culture. Our expertise has spawned three successful sister companies: Women + Waves, Bodyboard-Holidays, and the Outdoor Activity Instructor Academy. This global reach means our team is constantly learning from surf destinations around the world, bringing that knowledge back to Newquay for your lesson.

Unrivalled Safety & Facilities

We are the only activity centre in Newquay that is a recognised SLSGB (Surf Life Saving Great Britain) Training Centre. Our safety record is unblemished, backed by our close working relationship with the RNLI and £10 million public liability insurance. We are also fully AALA licensed (Adventure Activities Licensing Authority).

Trusted By The Best (VIP & Media)

Our reputation for excellence attracts the highest caliber of clients. We are the #1 choice for The England Rugby Team and the England Surfing Team, as well as local schools like Newquay Tretherras. We have also been featured by:

• The Sunday Times & Christian Dior
• BBC Radio One & The Gadget Show
• 3x Cornwall Tourism Award Winners