1 / 3Porthcawl Surf School
📍 Porthcawl, Wales
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Best for beginners and improvers wanting friendly surf lessons on the Porthcawl coast, from one-off group sessions to multi-weekend courses.
🏆 Funzaroo Verdict
The draw here is tuition that gets nervous first-timers upright on a board within a session while still stretching returners through structured improver courses. Instructors work patiently with additional learning needs and give individual pointers, so varying confidence levels tend to leave having progressed. Worth planning the right lesson level.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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karen flicker
2 months ago
“Booked a 2 hour surf lesson for my sisters 60th birthday, 6 women of similar age in the group. Our instructor for the session was Mike who did a fabulous job, he made sure everyone felt confident to have a go. It was without exception a brilliant experience, so much fun a morning well spent. Thanks to Mike and the rest of the surf school staff who were friendly and efficient from the moment we rocked up to reception. We definitely recommend Porthcawl surf school, thanks 😊”
Harrhy James
a month ago
“Recently completed the improver's course over 4 weekends, which was fantastic! Emma was an absolutely brilliant instructor: clear, kind and patient, giving individual tips and pointers that really helped me progress. I highly recommend this course if you've loved beginners lessons, had inconsistent practice, or are thinking of getting a board of your own. It's extremely good value and I'll definitely be back!”
lea french
8 months ago
“Couldn't recommend Porthcawl Surf School more! Had the most amazing beginner tuition from Emma and Tod. In the 4 week course I've progressed a lot at popping up quicker and identifying waves. I've since caught a few green waves too! Can't wait to book the intermediate too!”
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Overview
Lessons run on the Porthcawl waves, from a couple of hours in a group to improver courses spread across weekends, with kit provided and a car park handy. Birthday groups and classes of all abilities get looked after here, and pram access means the beach day works for the whole family.
