Get one-to-one attention or a more focused group surf experience with our private surf lessons in Croyde Bay. This session is suitable for individuals, families, or groups looking to learn at their own pace and make fast progress in the water. With expert instructors and the ability to customise the session to your goals, this is ideal whether you’re just starting out or refining specific techniques.
Once you arrive at the meeting point, you'll be greeted by your surf coach and fitted with all necessary equipment. After a brief chat about your experience level and what you'd like to focus on, you'll head down to the beach to begin your session. A land-based warm-up and technique overview is followed by a hands-on, water-based lesson where your instructor will tailor feedback and drills to your individual progress.
Beginner lessons will focus on basic safety, board control, paddling, and standing up, while experienced surfers can work on more specific skills like turning, positioning, and wave reading. The session can include video analysis or surf skate simulation for technique correction, depending on your goals and the conditions. Throughout the lesson, your instructor will be close by, offering pointers and ensuring you're getting the most from your time in the water.
Croyde Bay sits within the North Devon Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and is one of the UK’s most well-known surf beaches thanks to its consistent swell and reliable sandbanks. Backed by rolling hills and rugged headlands, the bay offers an ideal learning environment with waves suitable for all abilities, especially during the summer months when surf conditions tend to be more forgiving.
The meeting point for the session is Baggy Lodge, which is perfectly placed just minutes from the beach. On-site facilities include indoor changing rooms, hot showers, and easy access to nearby cafés and local shops. There is also parking available, making it a convenient base for your surfing session.
No prior surfing experience is needed, and all ability levels are welcome. Participants should be comfortable swimming in the sea, and children must be accompanied by an adult either in the lesson or on the beach.
The centre is ranked as the number one activity in the area on TripAdvisor and is consistently praised in guest reviews for its knowledgeable instructors and high-quality tuition. The team have worked hard to build a reputation not just locally, but nationally, with features in major media such as The BBC, Vogue, The Independent, Airbnb, and Carve Magazine.
All lessons are led by experienced and fully qualified surf instructors who combine safety and structure with a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere. Their ability to adapt to each individual's goals and pace means you’ll never feel rushed or left behind. The centre also invests in developing the sport off the beach too, offering additional surf education resources like video tutorials and blogs, so you can continue progressing even after your lesson ends. Whether you're a complete beginner or an advanced surfer looking for detailed coaching, you're in expert hands.
About the centre
Baggy Lodge, Moor Lane, Croyde, EX33 1PA
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