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Gower Surfing Development (GSD)

Caswell Bay Road, Swansea, Wales
01792-360370
Ranked #3 of 60 attractions in Swansea
5.0 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
Type: Educational Sites
Activities: Leisure education, Surfing
Owner description: Gower Surfing Development - SurfGSD is the ONLY licensed surf school by The City and County Of Swansea in the area and is the only surf school allowed...... more » Owner description: Gower Surfing Development - SurfGSD is the ONLY licensed surf school by The City and County Of Swansea in the area and is the only surf school allowed to run surfing lessons at Caswell Bay, near Mumbles Village.About SurfGSD:Established over a decade ago, SurfGSD is one of the premier British Surfing Association approved surf schools. Recently featured on The Gadget show when Jason Bradbury had an indoor surfing lesson with us. Then Anna Richardson of the C4 Supersize versus Superskinny took an outdoor surfing lesson with us at Caswell Bay, Swansea. We have also been in the highly acclaimed Coast magazine, Times, Guardian, Observer, Daily Mirror, and the Independant. Our moto is Surfing for Everyone! « less
Useful Information: Bathroom facilities, Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Manchester, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 November 2011

My husband and I surfed with GSD at Caswell Bay 12.11.11, the day after our wedding, and it was so amazing!! A sunny warm day (even in November!) and warm water. We did the Half & Half Surf All Day lesson for £40 each, which was the best price we found for similar lessons with other companies. The instructor was... More

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Swansea, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2011

Just wanted to say a massive thanks to Ben at GSD for a great surf lesson on Saturday! I have been surfing for a few years now but never had a lesson before and just been 'self taught' but I really noticed my technique improve in just a couple of hours! Thanks again and I'll be booking another session soon.... More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 August 2011
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A friend and I went surfing with the Gower surf school booking 2 days half and half with lessons in the morning and practice in the afternoon. The guys at the surf school were very friendly and the tuition was really good. We surfed in Caswell Bay where they have a beach hut. The surf was good and the beach... More

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North Wales
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 August 2011

I booked a day of surfing for a group of 15 lads as part of the stag-do weekend package. All the arrangements were handled efficiently and professionally by GSD which made my life considerably easier. Even the hotel recommended was great and offered excellent value for money. The surfing was fantastic and enjoyed by all. I was really pleased that... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 August 2011

My friends and I spent a day at the GSD surf school as part of a Hen weekend, and it couldn't have been more fun and enjoyable! Our instructor James was fun, encouraging and patient with our whole group (there were 12 of us), with mixed surfing experience and ability. The way the day is set up is fabulous, a... More

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Ystradgynlais, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 July 2011
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Thanks for a great lesson guys. My two sons (11 and 9) and myself (too old to mention) loved it. Instructor Tom was superb, and after an appropriately pitched safety briefing, we were soon in the water. Not sure what wetsuits you're using but we didn't feel the cold once (or maybe that's the norm?). By the end of the... More

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 July 2011

You need much to learn to surf; just a beach, a board, some waves and someone who knows what he's doing to help you on your way. The instructors at GSD were top blokes; funny, informative, good humoured and great instructors. Thanks to Brett and the other lads. More

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London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 July 2011

Great team, very friendly, professional and inspiring for young kids and adults alike. The kids jump into the whole experience and embrace it all. using big boards gets their confidence and both my kids could get up in the first lesson, giving them heaps of confidence. keeps them occupied for hours and tired for bed....... Will be going back again... More

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swansea, wales, UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 July 2011

GSD in my opinion is one of the best surf schools in the UK. Simon ensures that his enthusiasm and expertise for surfing is conveyed to everyone who participates. Me and my students have used GSD for a number of years and have always found the general positivity and professional attitude to be exemplary. GSD was one of the first... More

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guildford
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 July 2011

Thanks to all at GSD Surf for your contribution to the Newton 10th Anniversary Celebrations on Oxwich Beach. The GSD team took out two teams of 15 very enthusiastic surfers for a half day each of catching waves in The Gower as part of an activity packed day for 120 members of the company and their guests. The feedback has... More

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