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Surf Lessons in Cornwall

Our surf school and shop is open from 9am to 5:30pm, seven days a week. Call us on 01736 757579 to make a reservation or book online.

We offer private and group surf lessons in Cornwall at our surf school based on Gwithian beach. Our surf school and shop is open from 9am to 5:30pm, seven days a week. Call us on 01736 757579 to make a reservation or book online.

Surfing Lessons and Prices

Our Beginner/Improver surfing lessons in Cornwall are two-hour lessons that cover safety issues, catching waves, standing up, turning and controlling the surfboard. We provide you with a surfboard and wetsuit free of charge with all of our surfing lessons. Take a look at our prices below:

1st Lesson – £45 pp
2nd Lesson – £40 pp
3rd Lesson – £35 pp
4th Lesson and all subsequent lessons – £30 pp
All lessons include a further hour of surfboard and wetsuit hire free of charge (worth £15).

We will teach anyone to surf from the age of 6 years old and above. Children under the age of 10 years old will need to be in a private surfing lesson.

Surfing Lesson Times

From the 1st April to the 31st of October we run two surfing lessons daily (if conditions are suitable).

Surfing lesson times are:
AM. Check in at 9:30am
Start at 10:00am – finish at 12:00

PM. Check in at 1:00pm
Start at 1:30pm – finish at 3:30pm

To book call us on 01736 757579 or click the Book Now button!

‘The best surf school I have ever tried.

The professional instructors are friendly, skilled, motivated all days, they know what educational means.

If you want to improve your level, ask the Gwithian team, their lessons and advice are really adapted to your needs.

Thank you Tom, Ryan, Dan, Gaby, Karl, Tyson and the others!’

Private Surfing Lessons in Cornwall

Our private surfing lessons in Cornwall are designed to cater to beginner, intermediate and advanced surfers. Our experienced instructors can tailor your private surf lesson to you, whether that’s working on a maneuover or just trying to nail that pop up. Take a look for more information below.

Advanced Surf Coaching

Our Advanced Surf Coaching is available to fine-tune your surfing for £140 for a two hour session. This session includes video analysis, tips on reading the line-up, paddling and positioning techniques and hints to develop your wave riding and repertoire. For an example of video analysis have a look at our YouTube channel.

Private and Small Group Surfing Lessons

Private and Small Group Surfing Lessons can be booked for up to 6 people (minimum of 3 people). This style of lesson is perfect if you are looking to turbo charge your surfing, due to fewer people and therefore more personalised coaching. This option is also great if you are looking to do a lesson with your family or friends. Price also includes all equipment required.

Private Surfing Lessons for One or Two People

Private Surfing Lessons for One or Two People is open to all abilities. This session can be tailored to what you are looking to improve on, with in-depth, one to one coaching. These sessions are available for £135 for a two hour session.

Group Surfing Lessons in Cornwall

We have experience with a wide range of group surf lessons. From Stag and Hen Parties to help you to arrange a great day for those last days before marriage, to Schools and Colleges both locally and nationally. Providing tailored surfing courses that fit around your students learning needs and timetables.

We also run our Junior Surf Club, designed for children aged 8-16 yrs. These club sessions are booked in 6 week term time blocks, with a 6 week block of lessons costing £75. These lessons are run at 10:00am and 1:30pm on Saturdays.

We also run another surf club session on Wednesdays at 4pm during the summer months.

Surf Lesson Accommodation in Cornwall

Are you looking to come down to Cornwall to learn to surf but unsure where to stay? At Gwithian Academy of Surfing, we also offer accommodation packages. From camping to cottages, these packages are a great way to cover all bases at once. Nestled on the sandy beaches of St Ives Bay and Gwithian, you can immerse yourself in the beauty of the area. Come and stay with us to create an unforgettable experience. 

Surf Hire in Cornwall

Our surf hire is included in the cost of your lessons, however if you’re looking to keep practising following your lesson, or you don’t have your own equipment yet, we have a range of surf equipment available for hire. From softboards to hardboards, wetsuits to bodyboards, we have you covered. Explore our range of surf hire equipment today!


Get In Touch:

Gwithian Academy of Surfing,
1, Godrevy Towans,
Gwithian,
Hayle,
Cornwall.
TR27 5ED.
Tel: 01736 757579

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