Smart Surf School
Smart Surf School
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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About
We are a small local family business, fortunate enough to be carving out a lifestyle, based on what we love doing. The pro surfing 'Smart family' team consist of highly experienced Sennen life guards, national champion surfers and fully qualified, experienced surf coaches who have been working on Sennen beach since the year 1998. Over the years of working with some of the best surf schools (and surf coaches) in Australia and beyond - we have taken great care and pride in strategically developing our bespoke surf school syllabus, which is based on Safety, Satisfaction and success. We specialise in teaching complete beginners how to surf, using our 'drills' technique methods that start from a 90 minute 'Taster Session' all the way up to our most popular 7 1/2 hour 'Full package' course. Our 'group sessions' cater for all abilities from the age of 10 upwards with our unrivalled 1-6 coach to student ratio. Book early through our website and join our family !
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Soo S
2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Business
Holly and Lily were the most proficient and patient teachers. Just the best 2 hours. We all mastered the surfing skill and all bitten by the surfing bug. You cannot understate Holly’s passion and energy for her sport.
Written 10 October 2023
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Sally
7 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
Holly was so helpful with making our booking and looking after us. Sam took our lessons and he is awesome fun as well as incredibly knowledgeable and professional. He taught us so much about safety, surfing and sennen. Their courses are excellent value and I'm going home a much improved happy beginner surfer. Thanks Smart Surf School. Will definitely be back.
Written 16 September 2023
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Paul D
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Sept 2023 • Couples
This is a double 5* review as we forgot to write one last year after our first time with Sam Smart which was so good we knew we were coming back.
Come back we did and it was so good to see Sam & Hollie again and get out in the waves today. My wife and I both had an incredible session, progressing further and really building our confidence catching some green waves.
Thanks so much Sam (and Hollie) and see you again next time we are down 🤙🏻
Paul & Sal x
Come back we did and it was so good to see Sam & Hollie again and get out in the waves today. My wife and I both had an incredible session, progressing further and really building our confidence catching some green waves.
Thanks so much Sam (and Hollie) and see you again next time we are down 🤙🏻
Paul & Sal x
Written 15 September 2023
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Giannina
2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
I had an incredible experience at Smart Surf. The instructors were not only skilled surfers but also fantastic teachers. They provided clear and patient guidance, making it easy for beginners like me to learn the basics of surfing. The small group size allowed for personalized attention, and the atmosphere was friendly and welcoming. I managed to catch some waves and feel the thrill of riding them – an unforgettable experience. If you're looking to learn how to surf in a supportive environment, Smart Surf is the place to be! Highly recommended!
Written 31 August 2023
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Glynch1
4 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Sam and Hollie (and the rest of the team) are INCREDIBLE! My Son, Sebastian, and I, had the most amazing lesson with Sam, and the equally brilliant Amelia last week. We had so much fun, and learned so much in the first lesson, we booked another lesson for the next day! The lessons combine theory, sea safety, and fun, in a superb way. Everything was broken down step by step and gradually built up, which ensured that Sebastian and I were both standing up (and I usually have the balance of Bambi on ice). We had Hollie and Lilly on our second lesson and they were both brilliant at ensuring we improved as the lesson went on. I was just sad that we didn't have enough time on our holiday to book a third lesson. We will definitely book in with them again the next time we are in the area.
Written 26 August 2023
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james W
2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Always wanted to try and surf after watching people riding the waves looks so much fun. So we booked a lesson at Smart surf lessons in Sennen cove.. The instructors engaged the group and took us all young and old step by step at the end of the lesson everyone in the group including me managed to stand up and catch a wave which was an epic feeling!!
I have given 5 stars but would give 6 if I could the lesson was entertaining informative at a good pace everyone was super friendly the instructors Sam and Hollie were amazing and supported us all the way through. Money well spent and thanks if we are back in the area we will be coming back for more lessons.
And good luck with the boxing :)
I have given 5 stars but would give 6 if I could the lesson was entertaining informative at a good pace everyone was super friendly the instructors Sam and Hollie were amazing and supported us all the way through. Money well spent and thanks if we are back in the area we will be coming back for more lessons.
And good luck with the boxing :)
Written 23 August 2023
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ledge1980
London, UK3 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
I had two brilliant, separate surf lessons with Smart Surf School this year - one in June, then again when I was at Sennen in July with my two children. My youngest is a non swimmer with additional needs - yet, this was not any kind of issue for our instructor, Lew, Sam and Hollie at Smart Surf School. They could not have made it a more exciting and memorable experience if they tried! It was an absolute blast. Not only were they accommodating and fully engaged with my youngest son, they made so much of an impact upon him that his water confidence has grown so much. My eldest also had an amazing time, as did I. The entire lesson was excellent and I highly recommend and encourage anybody looking for a surf school, with local knowledge and tips like no other, to seek out Smart Surf School. I will happily go again. As a side note, the beach was red flagged by the Lifeguards on my scheduled day to surf - yet, I received a call with a new date and time in a super timely manner. Again, great work.
Written 15 August 2023
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Mark
London, UK7 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
Not been on a board for years and now back popping up and all most hanging 10! Thanks for the great lesson.
Written 13 August 2023
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Radek
1 contribution
Aug 2023 • Couples
My dreams came true in Sennen Cove!
I start thinking about surfing few months ago.I watched hundreds of tutorials,movies about surfings etc. and I knew it that is not an easy sport But knowledge of coaches,great way of explaining and very funny and friendly vibe that they gave me change my mind.What a lovely Cornish people !
It was one of my best days in past few years and I found my next challenge to learn how to surf.I’m so happy and I definitely gonna see You guys soon. Thanks Sam and Eddie !
High Five from Radek
I start thinking about surfing few months ago.I watched hundreds of tutorials,movies about surfings etc. and I knew it that is not an easy sport But knowledge of coaches,great way of explaining and very funny and friendly vibe that they gave me change my mind.What a lovely Cornish people !
It was one of my best days in past few years and I found my next challenge to learn how to surf.I’m so happy and I definitely gonna see You guys soon. Thanks Sam and Eddie !
High Five from Radek
Written 8 August 2023
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Bryan H
2 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
Holly a great instructor with enthusiastic professional service , very knowledgeable , memorable experience and great fun for all the family including dads …
Written 19 July 2023
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Maz T
London, UK1 contribution
Hi, are the lessons suitable for weak swimmers? Thanks
Rambosmart
Sennen Cove, UK67 contributions
Hi Maz
Thanks for the enquiry. Yes, no problem. Our lessons are suitable for weak swimmers. Give us a buzz on 01736871817 and have a chat with Sam.
What are the costs of a surf.lesson for my 18yr old. He has his own wet suit.
We are coming down fri for a wk amd we were advised to go here to a guy called Sam???
Rambosmart
Sennen Cove, UK67 contributions
Hi there ! The cost for 1 lesson is £25.00 for a two hour class. It would be best to book through our site so we can notify you of days and times. Always best to book early to save disappointment as its a very busy time of year. You can also call me on 01736 871817 to get you pencilled in. Many thanks. Sam