Private Surfing Lesson
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Private Surfing Lesson
By Fistral Beach Surf School
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Ages 5-80
Duration: 2h
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Live guide: English
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- Equipment is always included on our lessons
- Changing rooms
- Hot showers access
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- Fistral Beach Surf School, Fistral, Newquay TR7 1HY, UKAs the only surf school & hire located on Fistral Beach finding us could not be easier. Either park in the pay & display beach carpark which is right next to us, or arrive by foot from Newquay Town Centre.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 60104P3- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 60104P3
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- kylehumphreys060 contributionsBrilliant for family/group surf lessons and surf hireI booked 2 of my children onto a group surf lesson, they absolutely loved it, the instructor was very friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable but more importantly had a great deal patience, both of my children were able to stand on the board by the end of their session, I hired a board and wetsuit for myself on 2 different days, the equipment is very good quality and again all the staff are friendly and knowledgeable with some great tips and advice, I would highly recommend these guys, and I will definitely be returning in the near future.Written 1 November 2024
- katfrei1000 contributionsGreat surf lessonAmazing surf lesson with Alex! She explained things clearly, was enthusiastic and made me laugh. I found her teaching style easy to follow so I managed to stand up on my board a few times. Thanks Alex!Written 22 October 2024
- maxlG7037RQ0 contributionsLarge Group RentalWe ran a yearly trip for 60 people down to Newquay last weekend, and Fistral Beach Surf School were fantastic with sorting our 40 wetsuit and surfboard rentals. The staff are lovely, and made sure everything ran smoothly for the get go. I can't recommend better service for price if you are considering a large group rental in Newquay. Thanks guys. - UMSCWritten 15 October 2024
- GrandTour373448879830 contributionsFun improver lesson!My friend and I paid for a group improver lesson but it ended up just being the two of us so it was like having a private lesson. We had surfed with our friends before but were less confident with standing and catching waves. Layla was a fantastic instructor! We did lots of fun drills on the shore and she was the best hype girl when we caught any wave (however clumsily). I have been fully convinced to buy a surfing hat now as it definitely makes you a better surfer. Afterwards, we feel a lot more confident when popping up and she gave us lots of good tips for when we use our hard boards.Written 20 September 2024
- L911PMamya0 contributionsFantastic InstructorWe had a fantastic time on our improvers course, definitely leveled up our surfing. Our instructor Layla was fabulous super friendly and really knowledgeable. She even went out of her way to take some videos of us on my GoPro which was so kind and the videos were great!Written 18 September 2024
- zachg7230 contributionsBeginner 2hr lessonHad my first surf lesson with Nick he was great told us everything we needed to know and stayed in the water for the 2 hours coaching. Everyone was stood up catching waves by the end Had a great day would definitely recommendWritten 9 September 2024
- Lauren J0 contributionsA super fun surf lesson from professionalsMy son (age 9) and I (age 39) had a fantastic surf lesson at Fistral. We had never been surfing before and by the end of the lesson we were both able to stand up and catch a wave. The instructors explained everything very carefully and demonstrated what we needed to do before we got in the sea. Then we had a go. It was so fun! The wetsuits were really warm too. We were given extra tips and advice in the sea about where to put our feet and when to start paddling. We thought the instructors were great! We will definitely be back for another lesson, wetsuit and board hire. Thank you :)Written 3 September 2024
- L5407BMhannahg0 contributionsBeginner surf lessonWe did the beginner surf lesson; me my daughter (13) and son (12). We loved it! Great instructor, helpful and patient! Definitely recommend.Written 1 September 2024
- B6699FKhayleyb0 contributionsFUN!Brilliant experience, staff amazing and teaching was great. We hired the equipment for the rest of the day which helps with the whole experience. Can’t remember our instructors name but he was amazing giving all of us some individual coaching, he was from Australia.Written 30 August 2024
- dmirch0 contributionsGreat Two Hours of Fun !We had really good fun attending the beginner surfing lesson, both the tutors were extremely experienced, empthathic to be able to handle a large group of more than 15 people ranging from as young as 9 to 50+ in the same group. They spend time individually with each and everyone in the group to make sure they are able to learn and also have fun at the same time. I would recommend the to anyone of any age wanting to learn to surf !Written 29 August 2024
- Q3838MOjoanneb0 contributionsSurfing NewquayAbsolutely brilliant So accommodating and genuinely interested in their clients . They want everyone to learn and have fun . We will be back again next year .Written 24 August 2024
- Roam132911324120 contributionsFirst surf lessonMyself and 3 children enrolled in a 2 hour surf lesson for our first try. Instructor was great. Had a fantastic time. Children loved it.Written 22 August 2024
- jamesmH7526AT0 contributionsLearning to surfMy two sons and I participated in a group surfing lesson. There were only four of us in total. The lesson was amazing. Our instructor was Alex. She was an amazing teacher. She gave each us individualized attention and helped each us improve, even though we differed in our skills. I highly recommend learning from the Fistral Beach Surf School. Every staff member we encountered was professional and highly skilled. The entire experience including the delicious Cornish pasty, obtaining the best gear, the lesson, and the hot shower at the end, was flawless.Written 10 August 2024
- HannahSalv0 contributionsFANTASTIC!!Me and my best friend, both in our 30s had 3 days of surfing lessons here and it was EPIC! We had Alex on two of the days and Layla on one - both are fantastic instructors, so knowledgeable and helpful, and FUN!! They teach every step with so much patience, and constantly give you feedback in and out of the water, teaching at its best - I didn’t think I’d ever be able to stand up on a surf board but we did, thanks to our amazing instructors!! Another important point to note is the location, this is by far the best located surf school, right on the beach with all the equipment you need. We will absolutely be back for more surf lessons and fun - thank you to the team for being amazing!Written 8 August 2024
- matthewsB1190FR0 contributionsGood family dayMyself and my daughter both had separate lessons. Great day and good fun. Good teachers and an all round fun experience.Written 7 August 2024
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Kristycody
London69 contributions
This was the highlight of our holiday in Cornwall. The kids loved it. They were so thrilled after a 2 hour lesson that they felt they could actually surf. I booked the all day hire of equipment for £10 each so they stayed in the water practicing for the rest of the afternoon. They felt very confident after their lesson though they were both exhausted.
It was really misty but it didn’t affect their lesson.
Their instructor was so lovely. My children are both pretty quiet and shy, hence booking them a private lesson, but he seemed to chat easily and they trusted him. He seemed genuinely thrilled when they both got up on the boards together. Check out the photo with him cheering below! Really lovely. Thank you.
It was really misty but it didn’t affect their lesson.
Their instructor was so lovely. My children are both pretty quiet and shy, hence booking them a private lesson, but he seemed to chat easily and they trusted him. He seemed genuinely thrilled when they both got up on the boards together. Check out the photo with him cheering below! Really lovely. Thank you.
Written 16 August 2020
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Sam W
5 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
My wife and I had a fantastic surfing lesson with Louis. He explained the methods and technique very well and quickly to get us out into the water for as much time as possible. Gave very useful guidance and was overall a very nice guy to interact with.
In a 2 hour lesson, he got us standing up for a good few seconds by the end (we had never surfed before and weren't confident we'd be able to stand after 1 lesson). Louis provided very useful assistance finding the right waves and getting us started and I'm sure with a few lessons that way it wouldn't take long to become a strong surfer. Louis was very helpful and fun and is clearly a very good surfer.
Would definitely recommend!
In a 2 hour lesson, he got us standing up for a good few seconds by the end (we had never surfed before and weren't confident we'd be able to stand after 1 lesson). Louis provided very useful assistance finding the right waves and getting us started and I'm sure with a few lessons that way it wouldn't take long to become a strong surfer. Louis was very helpful and fun and is clearly a very good surfer.
Would definitely recommend!
Written 2 August 2020
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RedSherwood
Bristol, UK19 contributions
For anybody visiting Newquay and looking for a great introduction to, return experience or top up surf lesson; I couldn’t recommend the Fistral Beach Surf School enough. The checking in process before the lesson was smooth, organised very well and we got to enjoy some high quality wetsuits.
Tom our instructor made us feel very safe with a great briefing, explained the unique tides at the beach and made us fully prepared before we hit the water.
We had a mixed ability lesson group and Tom was able to involve everybody up to their ability level and created a fun environment for us all to enjoy.
I will be back to enjoy this again soon, keep up the good work everybody and thanks for your help.
Tom our instructor made us feel very safe with a great briefing, explained the unique tides at the beach and made us fully prepared before we hit the water.
We had a mixed ability lesson group and Tom was able to involve everybody up to their ability level and created a fun environment for us all to enjoy.
I will be back to enjoy this again soon, keep up the good work everybody and thanks for your help.
Written 6 September 2020
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charchark123
Newark-on-Trent, UK86 contributions
A great 2 hour activity for me and my boyfriend who both have never surfed shall I add.
Our instructor I believe called charles was extremely helpful and informative and once we were taught the basics spent lots of time perfecting in the water. A great lesson for begginers like us. We thought we were in a group of 6 for covid but turned out to be 7 but no trouble you're not close as you're in the sea or sat on the beach learning.
You're taught to ride the waves on your front then stand up, a great experience I'll never forget
Would recommend learning to surf on fistral beach for sure.
Our instructor I believe called charles was extremely helpful and informative and once we were taught the basics spent lots of time perfecting in the water. A great lesson for begginers like us. We thought we were in a group of 6 for covid but turned out to be 7 but no trouble you're not close as you're in the sea or sat on the beach learning.
You're taught to ride the waves on your front then stand up, a great experience I'll never forget
Would recommend learning to surf on fistral beach for sure.
Written 26 September 2020
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Amanda S-H
4 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Tom gave my 2 kids a private 2 hour surf lesson… he was really great!! Made them feel really cool 🤘🏻 and they could actually get up on their boards by the end - not bad for a 7 and 9 year old.
Would totally recommend the whole experience… from booking, communication in advance and then the service on the day. 10/10 guys 🙌🏼
Would totally recommend the whole experience… from booking, communication in advance and then the service on the day. 10/10 guys 🙌🏼
Written 29 August 2022
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Thank you Amanda, such fabulous feedback to receive for us all! Just brilliant that your kids had such a good experience on Tom's lesson - hopefully this was the start of their surfing journey! Thanks for your recommendation and hopefully we will all be able to welcome you back in the future.
Written 30 August 2022
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MPH
2 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
We did 6 days of lessons for a family of 8 and they were phenomenal. Everyone from Tom, Ben and Jenny at booking to the best coaches alive; Jenny who managed to get everyone from my 5 year old to surf to my husband 46, she had eyes on everyone and everything, and Charlie who was relentless in getting us back on the board and trying again, always willing to give us a pat on the back and help us out. It was one of the best holidays of our lives largely thanks to Fistral Beach Surf School.
Written 25 July 2022
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Thank you so much for your fabulous review and feedback! We are honestly so delighted that you loved your experience with us and we were able to be part of such an enjoyable holiday for you all. Everyone of us thoroughly enjoyed meeting you all over the week. Jenny and Charlie were delighted to have coached you throughout the week and see such brilliant progress from everyone. Brilliant your holiday to Newquay was so enjoyable!
Written 5 August 2022
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Rachael D
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Jun 2024 • Family
If I could give 10 stars we would. The staff were amazing and the instructors were so wonderful with my children. We booked a 2 hour group beginner surf lesson for the kids and paid for the use of the equipment for the rest of the day. Both my kids can be a little hesitant at trying new things but the instructors put them straight at ease and off they went without even a look back at us parents! They had all the safety talks and warm ups and into the water they went. Within an hour they were stood on the boards riding small waves! They fell off lots of times but the instructors urged them on and they just went on and on. When the lesson was over they didn’t want to get out and were truly gutted. So glad we paid for the use of the suits and boards as they got another couple of hours having the best fun. When asking them both what the best part of the holiday was….they both said surfing! Would definitely recommend 10*
Written 22 June 2024
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Hey Rachael, thank you so much for this amazing review! Really happy to hear that the kids had such a great time surfing!
Written 2 July 2024
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jenkins s
8 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Louis (I think that's how you spell it) was amazing, it was a very stormy day but he was very detailed on all safety aspects. The result, both me and my girlfriend (this was the first time she had been in the sea!) Can now surf standing up. After only two hours with Louis we felt confident to keep the boards for the day and surf on our own. I highly recommend surf lessons here. If everyone is as pleasant and detailed as louis then you can't fail.
Written 27 August 2020
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Laura
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Dec 2020 • Family
What an amazing experience. As complete novices, we joined a group lesson with Tom who was full of enthusiasm and a great teacher. He catered for our 11 and 15 year old with patience and great encouragement. We felt completely safe despite big waves and we were all buzzing for days after. Even though it was December, the kit was all supplied and we weren't cold at all. A great memory and highlight of our holiday. Thank you to all.
Written 23 December 2020
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Lauren F
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Aug 2022 • Family
This was such a great experience for me & my family. Having never surfed before, we were all a little nervous, but our instructor; Meg, put us at ease by talking us through step-by-step and how to be safe on the water. We all enjoyed our time in the water and 3 out of 4 of us we standing on the surf boards by the end of the lesson. We totally recommend these guys if you’re wanting to try surfing for the first time.
Written 4 September 2022
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Thank you for your wonderful review, really kind to have taken the time to leave it. Great to hear that your lesson with Meg was enjoyable, surfing can be a bit of an unknown when you haven't done it before which makes it even better when people have had fun giving it a go! Hopefully this will plant the seed for a few more surfing experiences :)
Written 5 September 2022
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