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Harlyn Surf School

23 Grenville Road, Padstow PL28 8EX , England
01841 533 076
Ranked #1 of 6 attractions in Padstow
5.0 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
Type: Educational Sites
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Jessica C
Guildford, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2011

If you do one thing in North Cornwall it has to be this.....the instructors are very friendly, professional and it's brilliant fun for all ages and abilities! We will definitely be back! More

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alex b
Farnham, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 October 2011
1
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Never surfed before, but always fancied it and decided to take some lessons while in Cornwall. I already knew of Harlyn Surf School so booked up two beginners lessons. It was great value for money and included use of surfboard and wetsuit. The instructor Sarah was excellent, explained things very simply and was very patient! I am mid thirties and... More

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chris w
Truro, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 October 2011

I booked Harlyn Surf School for our school surf camp 2011 (43 kids aged 8 - 11, and 7 adults. I got quotes from lots of surf providers first, and not only were Harlyn very competetive, they could also offer all the certificates and qualifications needed in order to keep primary aged children safe. They were also very flexible and... More

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clive l
Redruth, United Kingdom
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 September 2011
1
person found this review helpful

As a bloke, in my late 50's, and deeply afraid of the sea, (I am not a strong swimmer), I was very hesitant, even about booking, but Henry reckoned he could have me standing on the board by the end of session one ..... a man with considerable faith, I thought!   Henry’s careful instruction was clear, helpful and encouraging.... More

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sirenesong
London
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3 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 August 2011

Just a note to say that when my son was unlucky enough to dislocate his thumb during a surf session at Harlyn the staff could not have been more helpful and professional. They took him to first aid , managed to find us on the clifftop, gave good advice re getting to casualty etc and were calm and reassuring throughout,... More

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Janine121
Ware, Hertfordshire
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3 reviews
9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 August 2011

My 10 year old son booked on the Surf School lessons for 1 week. 2 hours every day, learning about the sea, dangers and safety and how to have fun! And fun he had....lots of surfing and all instructors were great, helping all the children equally, he was up and surfing by day 2! All received a really good book,... More

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CarlaW9
Melbourne, Australia
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6 reviews
45 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 August 2011
2
people found this review helpful

I have just returned from a trip to North Cornwall where we experienced this business two times over a period of five days. The first experience was very positive, a beginners surf lesson with the excellent instructor, Daisy. Daisy had us in the water and feeling confident on our boards within a matter of minutes. The second, not so positive.... More

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razor1966, Owner at Harlyn Surf School, responded to this review
9 August 2011

Hi Carla Sorry to hear that the response from the hire staff to your weever fish sting was not dealt with in the way that you would have liked. Our hire staff are not trained first aiders and for health and safety and legal reasons they are not able to assist in removing wetsuits from customers that have hired from... More

Pete_90StPeterPort
St Peter Port
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 July 2011

I organised through Chris Rea a weeks surf camp for my teenage daughter and friend. Chris was extremely accomodating and helpful in making the most of their week surfing and paddle boarding. The girls felt very safe and enjoyed the week immensely. The events are organised very professionally but with a sense of fun to make sure all enjoy. Highly... More

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surfscott
Ipswich, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 July 2011

We have been running School trips to Harlyn Surf school for 5 years now. Another awesome week has just been had. As always everything was delivered superbly with all instructors inspiring, encouraging and providing quality sessions which all pupils, (and staff) gained huge achievements and enjoyment from. We are still buzzing! I can highly recommend Harlyn Surf School for School... More

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JDarbs2011
London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2011

After several emails with Chris Rea, we booked lessons as a group of friends for weekend activities. Chris was very helpful in recommending other places to visit and places to stay nearby and was excellent in helping and accommodating a late change in numbers and requirements. The excellent and friendly service continued during surf school, which were fun and practical.... More

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