Cornwall is the perfect spot to get into surfing or refresh your skills. Whether you are a complete beginner or have some previous experience, this session is designed to help you progress at your own pace. With expert instructors guiding you through every step, you’ll feel confident on the water in no time.
In this session, you’ll start with the basics, including safety, board positioning, and how to catch the waves. You'll then move on to learning the essential "pop up" technique, which is crucial to standing up on the board. The pace will be set according to your ability, and your instructor will provide individual tips if you’ve already had some experience in the past. If you’re a complete beginner, the focus will be on building your confidence and gradually helping you catch and ride waves. The session takes place in waist-deep water, with a focus on whitewater to make learning safer and easier.
Your instructor will give you plenty of guidance and encouragement, ensuring you make steady progress. If you’ve tried surfing before, you can let the instructor know, and they will offer extra tips and help you improve. It’s all about breaking down each stage of learning so that you feel at ease, whether you’re just starting or looking to refresh your skills.
Plus, take advantage of discounted hire prices when selecting the Surf & Hire package, which includes 1 or 2 lessons and hire until the end of the day.
Harlyn Bay is known for being one of the safest and most beautiful beaches on the North Cornish coast, making it an ideal location for surfing. With its shallow waters and reliable waves, it’s a fantastic spot for learning to surf. Harlyn Bay is regularly rated among the best beaches in the UK for activities and families, thanks to its ideal conditions and accessibility.
It’s the perfect beach to have fun and improve your surfing skills. The area offers a relaxed and safe environment to help you feel comfortable while learning, with fantastic views and the peace of the natural surroundings adding to the experience.
No previous surfing experience is required for this lesson, making it a great choice for beginners. However, participants must feel comfortable in the water and be ready to learn at their own pace. If you have tried surfing before, let the instructor know so they can adjust the session to better suit your needs.
The minimum age for this lesson is 8 years old. All participants under 18 must have an adult present on the beach. If you're unsure whether the session is appropriate for your child, don’t hesitate to ask for guidance to ensure they are in a group of similar ability.
With over 30 years of experience, the centre is one of the longest-running surf schools in the UK. They have introduced over 120,000 people to watersports and has built a fantastic reputation for offering safe and enjoyable experiences. The team of instructors are all passionate about sharing their love for surfing, and they are dedicated to ensuring that every lesson is fun and inclusive for all skill levels.
The centre is fully licensed by both Cornwall Council and the Adventure Activity Licensing Service, ensuring that they meet strict safety standards. With high-quality equipment and expert instructors, you can be sure you're in good hands. The location at Harlyn Bay offers the perfect environment for learning, with excellent conditions that make it one of the best beaches for surfing in the region.
We bought this for our children and their partners. Chris was absolutely brilliant with them all and they had a great time. Would definitely book again and highly recommend!
A great experience from start to finish. Very knowledgeable and welcoming instructors - despite being in open water, they helped with a diabetic hypo with ease and professionalism. They both helped each group member if they had fears or wanted to complete obstacle again. A really really great day, lovely…
Fantastic coasteering session with Reece Harlyne bay really enjoyed ourselves, thank you very much.
Chris was brilliant, took us through the process step by step and gave us the confidence to stand up on the board. Highly recommended
Chris was brilliant, took us through the process step by step and gave us the confidence to stand up on the board. Highly recommended
The whole booking of the introduction to Paddle boarding was really good. Apart from double booking myself, but Kat was really helpful in sorting this out. The communication was excellent and gave us clear instructions on what to wear and bring. Chris who did our session was so lovely, helpful…
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