So it looks like the Indian summer is over now. The last week of September was pretty much perfect with regards to the weather but the much anticipated swell didn't hit us quite as well as predicted. October is already turning out to be a different kind of beast already however. The swell, while not ruler edged perfection, has jumped in size. Meanwhile the sun, when it does burn through, is … [Read more...]
How to stand up on a surfboard – the easy (ish) way
The best way to stand up on a surfboard, without doubt, is to utilise the 'pop up' method. This is where you catch the wave, perform a press-up and then whip your feet into place in one seamless motion. This is an explosive body movement and understandably not everyone can do this when they first come along for a surfing lesson. It requires a good power to weight ratio, strong shoulders and … [Read more...]
A.S.I Level 1 Surf Instructor Courses in Autumn
We have added some more dates for our Autumn ASI Level 1 Surf Coach Courses. Surf coaching is a great way to meet people, great fun and the first step on a career in surfing. Teaching people how to learn to surf is one of the most rewarding jobs you can do and the ASI Level 1 Surf Coach Award is an international qualification allowing you to work overseas as well as the UK. We are running … [Read more...]
May Bank Holiday & Half Term Opening Times
Spring is nearly behind us and we are surely heading into another, ahem, Barbeque summer at the surf school. Just writing it has almost certainly put a jinx on it but ho, we are tremendously happy here whatever the weather. The surf has been cracking for the last couple of weeks so lets hope this good run will continue. Not that we have been surfing anywhere near as much as usual - our time has … [Read more...]
We’re Open!
There have been a lot of paint brushes and rollers slain this week but we are delighted to announce that we are open once more and ready for what promises to be our most exciting season yet. Surf Academy Manager Ian (Gab to you and I) has been working his fingers to the bone this week so that when we throw open the doors tomorrow we will prepared for anything. So what's new this year? … [Read more...]
Winter Surfing Starts Now
But I thought it began ages ago! Well, yes and no. While the waves and weather have been absolutely bonkers for the last month the water has still been relatively mild so I never really feel that winter truly begins until January. Certainly the hard months are coming up and the sea is at it's coldest in March so the easy part of the winter surfing season is drawing to a close. Just because … [Read more...]
