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Our Surf Lessons

Our surf lessons in Cornwall

Cornwall is the perfect place to learn to surf and Harlyn Surf School has an enviable reputation for customer service, quality tuition and a great instructor team. We have also been voted as one of the top 10 surf schools in the South West and we are very proud of that – check out our trip advisor reviews and Google reviews.

Our sheltered beach location and our friendly instructor team bring you everything you could want for your surfing lessons. Ideal for children and adults, groups and families, stags and hens and corporate activity holidays. We are the only surf school licensed by the council with a AALS licence meaning we meet strict operating criteria so you can be rest assured you are in safe hands.

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Beginner/ Refresher Surf Lessons

These lessons are for people who have never surfed before or have had a few lessons and need a refresher! You will learn about beach safety, your equipment and how to catch waves and stand! If you have done a little surfing before let your instructor know and they can then give you a few extra tips.

  • 2 hr session
  • all equipment provided
  • group lessons max of 8
  • minimum age 8
  • Multi session discounts available

1 session – £50pp,  2 sessions £95pp,  3 sessions £135pp,  4 sessions £165pp

Book 4 or more people into a group session from- £41.25pp

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Summer Surf Camp (8-14yr olds)

Our 20th season running these courses and still our most popular surf course aimed at 8-14 yr olds.  The primary focus is to teach children how to surf safely whilst having loads of fun. It is also a great way for your children to make new friends and learn an exciting sport that they can do year after year. Summer surf camp is available as 4 x 1.5hr morning sessions Monday to Thursday. If you have limited time then choose a 2 session Mon/Tues  or Weds/Thursday camp. To really give your children the best start in surfing and beach safety we recommend booking the 4 session surf camp. This is suitable for those who have never surfed before or have had lessons or attended surf camp before.

  • 1.5hr session
  • all equipment provided
  • min age 8
  • book 4 people and receive £10pp to spend on equipment hire during your stay

£165pp 4 session camp  (Monday to Thursday)

£95pp 2 session camp (Monday/Tuesday or Weds/Thursday)

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Family & Small Group Private Surf Lessons

Due to popular demand we have introduced a family and small group private surf lesson which is a perfect opportunity to enjoy surfing together. We have two options available both are for a min of 4 surfers. For those with younger children age 7 – 10 we recommend a 1hr session and for those with older children a 1.5hr lesson.

  • 1hr session £160 (additional surfers £40)
  • 1.5hr session £180 (additional surfers £45)
  • all equipment provided

During high season July 7th to Aug 31st these sessions will run from 12 – 1pm or 12 – 1.30pm. Outside of these dates please contact us to check availability. We may be able to run sessions at different times depending on staff availability so please contact us to check.

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1 Hour Fun Surf Lessons (5-7yr olds)

These sessions are all about having fun and are  for our youngest surfers only (5-7yr olds). We are the only surf school offering these fantastic intro lessons. They are designed to introduce youngsters to the ocean and surfing and they will learn to catch their own waves, get to their feet and have loads of fun! Whilst we don’t expect children of this age to be super strong swimmers we do ask that they feel reasonably confident in waist to chest depth water. We have specific small surfboards for these classes but we may require parents to help carry the boards. These 1hr sessions are mainly available during the school holidays only.

  • 1hr session
  • all equipment provided
  • max 1:4 class size
  • parents/guardians must be present at ALL times during the session
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Learn to Surf/Improver Weekend

If you want more time in the water than just a single ‘give it a go’ beginner session then this crash course package is ideal to learn the basics and more. You will learn essential basic safety and ocean knowledge as well as getting a good introduction to surfing. Our top quality instructors will spend time with you both in and out of the water providing valuable surfing tips and for those who have done a little bit of surfing before this weekend course is a great way to improve your skills.

The Learn to Surf Weekend course is available as a 3 session course

  • 2 hr sessions Sat AM + PM, 1 session Sunday AM (option to hire for Sunday PM)
  • All equipment provided
  • Group sessions
  • £135pp 3 sessions
  • Limited spaces available
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Surf N Hire

This fantastic deal gives you the opportunity to book into one of our morning sessions then use the board and wetsuit from the end of your lesson until 5pm. We have discounted the hire rates so make the most of this deal and practice the skills you learnt in the morning. Please note the hire of the equipment MUST be used on the same day as your lesson so that we can ensure we always have kit available for you.

  • 2hr surf lesson with equipment
  • 1 Morning lesson + hire until 5pm £75
  • 2 Morning lessons + hire until 5pm £145

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Intermediate Surf Lessons

If you are regularly getting to your feet in the whitewater , can turn your board and want to progress to catch green (unbroken) waves, improve board control, surfing ‘out the back’ and gain a higher level surf/sea knowledge this is the session for you. You must be of reasonable physical fitness and up for a challenge.

Our intermediate surf lessons are tailored to your specific needs. We will typically include tuition on the following topics including, but not limited to, paddling out techniques, wave selection and positioning, catching unbroken waves, turning left and right, trimming the board and more.

  • 2hr session
  • All equipment provided
  • Max group size 1:6

Multi session discounts available

1 session – £50pp, 2 sessions £95pp,  3 sessions £135pp,  4 sessions £165pp

Book 4 individual sessions or 4 or more people in a group £165 – each additional person £41.25pp

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Intensive Private Surf Lessons

These private lessons are ideal for individuals and couples looking at enjoying some quality time together for a bespoke surf session. You will have your own private instructor who will work on specific skills for you. Prices: 1 person £120, 2 people £100pp, 

  • 2hr lesson
  • all equipment included
  • Free 2hr hire surfboard and wetsuit after lesson to be used on the same day
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Group Bookings

This is an area that we specialise in and have loads of experience working with groups. If you are a hen, stag, school group or a large group of friends then give us a call to discuss our fantastic discounted rates. All equipment is provided and we can tailor a session to suit your group and schedule.

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What level surfer am I?

Surf practice and lessons for beginner

Level 1 – Beginner: Lets try surfing!

I have never surfed before or feel like I need to start from the beginning. I want to learn about the surfboard, how to paddle, how to catch whitewater waves and how to stand up.

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Level 2 – Improver: I can stand!

I can stand on a board and ride broken waves – I want to improve my wave selection in the whitewater and perfect my pop-up and board control so I can progress my surfing to the next level.

Intermediate surfing lessons

Level 3 – Intermediate: Paddling out and catching unbroken waves!

I can stand regularly in the whitewater and I am keen to learn how to paddle out safely and confidently. I want to focus on my timing and positioning and learn how to catch an unbroken wave.

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Level 4 – Developer: Look out Kelly Slater!!

I can paddle out unassisted and can catch waist to chest high unbroken waves confidently. I want to perfect my take offs, stance, turning and trim.

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