Our aim is to get you standing up and surfing in (broken) whitewater waves (waist depth), within your first lesson and to provide you with sufficient understanding of basic techniques and surf/beach safety, at a novice level. However, the rate of progression is highy dependent on the individual's own physical fitness, flexibility, age and transferrable skills. On average, we would recommend 2-3 lessons as a good foundation for beginning to learn to surf at your own leisure.
We can usually cater for lessons on a 'walk-in' basis; however, advanced booking (min. 24hrs) is highly recommended during the peak summer (Jul/Aug) period, particularly if you are booking as a family/group/private for a specific day/time, as we do tend to get busy.
Yes, as long as conditions are considered safe and 'tolerable' for novice surfers and/or the group demographics. If we expect conditions to be unsuitable to run on any given day, we will endeavour to contact you, prior to your lesson, to reschedule for another day/time, wherever possible. We are always happy to offer advice for getting the optimum surfing conditions, within a 3-5 day forecast, if you don't mind being flexible with your days/times for lessons.
(Late May - Early Sept) - We are based directly on Perranporth Beach throughought summer. We are located near to the main beach access from the promenade car park (TR60JN for sat-nav)... Just look for our big red gazebo and flags. (Sept-May) - We are based at Bathsheba Surf shop for the winter months, on the high street (TR60BH)
All our surf lessons take place on Perranporth Beach, nearest to the town centre & village amenities.
Yes, all necessary equipment is provided, free of charge. We do not offer boots/gloves during summer months, as they are not required for warmth. For children under 12yrs, we do recommend wearing some soft-rubber/neoprene rock-pooling shoes/boots (widely available from local shops), for protection against weever fish.
You'll only need a towel and 'slim-fitting' swimwear to be worn underneath the wetsuit, and perhaps some means of refreshment for after your lesson(s). There are numerous food/drink and catering establishments available, either on the beach or in Perranporth's town.
Yes, we will look after your belongings for you whilst you are in the water. We will issue you with a large storage box to keep your belongings secure and dry.
MORNING SURF
Check-in: 9:40 am
START: 10AM
FINISH: 12PM
AFTERNOON SURF
Check-in: 1:40 pm
START: 2PM
FINISH: 4PM
Please note: the above timings are our primary daily timeslots; however, lesson start/finish times are subject to change according to the best state of tide on a given day. Official lesson timings will be confirmed at the time of booking.
We do not consider changing into wetsuits & pre/post-lesson briefings as part of your practical lesson, but please allow 3 hours between arrival and departure.
SPRING HALF-TERM (WHITSUN) - 31st AUGUST:
Two sessions daily, 7 days/week.
SEPTEMBER: Open daily, offering either a morning or afternoon session, depending on demand and tidal conditions.
OCTOBER-MAY: Lessons are run according to demand and instructor availability. Just give us a call ahead of time and we will do our best to accommodate you!
OCTOBER HALF-TERM: Open daily, offering either a morning or afternoon session, depending on demand and tidal conditions.
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