Bob Gnarly UK Surf School Directory
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Helping more people discover surfing across the UK.At Bob Gnarly Learn to Surf UK, our mission is to make learning to surf simple, enjoyable and accessible by connecting aspiring surfers with trusted surf schools throughout the United Kingdom.
We believe everyone deserves an incredible first surfing experience. Our directory has been created to help you discover quality surf schools, experienced instructors and welcoming locations where you can begin your surfing journey with confidence.
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Whether you're booking your very first surf lesson, planning a family surfing holiday or looking to improve your skills, our Surf School Directory makes it easy to discover trusted surf schools throughout the UK.
Browse by region, compare surf schools and quickly find experienced instructors, beginner friendly lessons and quality equipment hire. As the directory grows we'll continue adding detailed school profiles, facilities, Google Maps links and helpful resources to make choosing the right surf school even easier.
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📍 North East England
🏄 7 Verified Surf Schools
South Shields Surf
Based on the award-winning Sandhaven Beach, South Shields Surf offers friendly, professional surf lessons for beginners, families and improvers. ISA-qualified instructors provide all equipment and create a safe, enjoyable environment to help you build confidence and progress in the waves.
Tynemouth Surf Co
Tynemouth Surf Co has been introducing people to surfing on Longsands Beach for many years. Their experienced instructors deliver beginner, family and private lessons in a relaxed and supportive environment, with all equipment provided.
Northside Surf School
Northside Surf School is a family-run surf school based in Northumberland, delivering professional surf lessons at Bamburgh Beach and other carefully selected locations along the county's stunning coastline. Friendly, qualified instructors offer fun, safe sessions for beginners, families and surfers looking to build confidence in the water.
NE Surf
NE Surf is an award-winning surf school based on the stunning Northumberland coastline. Offering beginner lessons, private coaching and adaptive surf sessions, their experienced instructors create a welcoming environment where surfers of all ages and abilities can develop confidence and enjoy the waves safely.
KA Adventure Sports
KA Adventure Sports is a leading outdoor adventure centre based at beautiful Beadnell Bay. Their experienced instructors offer beginner-friendly surf lessons for individuals, families and groups, making the most of one of Northumberland's most consistent and scenic surfing beaches. All equipment is provided, creating a fun and relaxed introduction to surfing.
Longsands Surf School
Longsands Surf School has been introducing people to surfing at Tynemouth since 2009. Based at the Surf Shack on Longsands Beach, the school offers beginner, intermediate and private surf lessons for both children and adults, with friendly ISA-qualified instructors and all equipment provided.
Surf Northumberland
Surf Northumberland offers professional surf coaching on some of Northumberland's best beaches, welcoming complete beginners through to progressing surfers. Their experienced instructors deliver group lessons, private coaching and surf retreats, helping students build confidence while enjoying the county's spectacular coastline.
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📍 Yorkshire
🏄 5 Verified Surf Schools
Scarborough Surf School
Established in 1999, Scarborough Surf School is one of Yorkshire's longest-running surf schools. Based at beautiful Cayton Bay, their Surfing England accredited instructors deliver beginner, intermediate and private surf lessons for all ages, with all equipment included.
Dexter's Surf School
Operating from Scarborough's North Bay, Dexter's Surf School combines professional surf coaching with one of Yorkshire's best-established surf shops. Surfing England accredited instructors offer beginner, intermediate and private lessons alongside equipment hire and retail facilities.
Whitby Surf School
Whitby Surf School provides professional surf coaching on Yorkshire's beautiful coastline. Friendly instructors deliver beginner, family and private lessons in a relaxed environment, helping surfers of all ages build confidence while enjoying one of the region's most popular surf beaches.
Saltburn Surf School
Saltburn Surf School has been introducing people to surfing on Yorkshire's iconic Victorian seaside coastline for many years. Their experienced instructors offer beginner, family and private lessons in a friendly, supportive environment, with all equipment provided to help you enjoy your first waves safely.
Flow Surf School
Flow Surf School offers professional surf coaching on the Yorkshire coast, providing lessons for complete beginners through to progressing surfers. Their friendly coaching team focuses on building confidence, improving technique and making every session enjoyable in the water.
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📍 North West England
🏄 1 Verified Surf School
West Coast Surf Shop & Surf School
West Coast Surf Shop & Surf School is based on the stunning Cumbrian coastline at St Bees Beach, one of North West England's best surfing destinations. The experienced team offers beginner-friendly surf lessons, equipment hire and expert advice, making it an ideal place to start your surfing journey or improve your skills in a relaxed environment.
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🏄 2 Verified Surf Schools
Hunstanton Watersports
Hunstanton Watersports has been delivering professional watersports tuition since 2006. Alongside its renowned kitesurfing and paddleboarding instruction, the centre offers beginner-friendly surf coaching on Norfolk's beautiful coastline with experienced instructors and high-quality equipment.
Glide Surf School
Glide Surf School offers friendly, professional surf coaching from the heart of Cromer's famous promenade. With experienced instructors, beginner lessons and equipment hire, the school provides an excellent introduction to surfing on the Norfolk coast.
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📍 South East England
🏄 6 Verified Surf Schools
Kent Surf School
Kent Surf School is one of the South East's leading surf schools, delivering professional coaching from the renowned beaches of Viking Bay and Joss Bay. Friendly, experienced instructors provide beginner, family and private surf lessons, helping surfers of all ages develop confidence in a safe and enjoyable environment.
Joss Bay Surf School
Located on one of Kent's most popular surfing beaches, Joss Bay Surf School has introduced thousands of people to surfing over the years. Now operated by Kent Surf School, it continues to offer beginner-friendly surf lessons, family sessions and private coaching with experienced instructors and all equipment provided.
2XS Surf School
Based at the award-winning West Wittering Beach, 2XS Surf School is one of the UK's most respected surf coaching centres. Experienced instructors provide beginner lessons, private coaching and surf development programmes, making it an excellent destination for surfers of all abilities.
Shore Watersports
Shore Watersports is a well-established surf and watersports centre on the beautiful Wittering coastline. Offering beginner-friendly surf lessons, private coaching and equipment hire, their experienced instructors help surfers of all ages enjoy safe, fun sessions on one of the South Coast's best beaches.
iSurf
iSurf is the Isle of Wight's leading mobile surf school, delivering professional coaching at the island's best surf beaches, including Compton Bay. Friendly instructors offer beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions, adapting locations to make the most of the day's conditions.
Eddie's Surf Academy
Eddie's Surf Academy provides professional ISA-qualified surf coaching across the Isle of Wight. Offering beginner lessons, private coaching and surf development sessions, the academy uses the island's varied coastline to find the best conditions for every lesson.
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📍 South West England
🏄 30+ verified surf schools across Cornwall, Devon, Dorset & Somerset
South West England
The UK's surfing heartlandHome to the UK's largest collection of verified surf schools, stretching from the world-famous beaches of Newquay and North Cornwall to the stunning coastlines of Devon, Dorset and Somerset.
Whether you're catching your very first wave or looking to develop your skills, the South West offers an incredible variety of surf schools, experienced coaches and some of Britain's most consistent surf beaches.
Bristol
Bristol Para Surf Club
Bristol Para Surf Club is an inclusive adaptive surfing club supported by Surfing England, creating opportunities for people with physical disabilities and visual impairments to experience the excitement of surfing. Based at The Wave in Bristol, the club offers specialist coaching in a welcoming environment, helping beginners and experienced surfers alike build confidence, develop skills and enjoy the benefits of surfing as part of a supportive community.
Newquay Area
Escape Surf School
Escape Surf School has been introducing people to surfing on Newquay's famous Fistral Beach for over two decades. Their experienced Surfing England qualified instructors deliver beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions, creating a fun, safe and supportive environment for surfers of all ages and abilities.
Newquay Activity Centre
Newquay Activity Centre is one of Cornwall's leading outdoor adventure providers, offering professional surf lessons from Towan Beach in the heart of Newquay. Friendly instructors deliver beginner, family and private coaching, helping surfers gain confidence while enjoying one of the UK's best surfing destinations.
Cornish Wave Surf School
Cornish Wave Surf School delivers high-quality surf coaching on Newquay's iconic Fistral Beach. Whether you're catching your very first wave or looking to refine your technique, experienced instructors provide supportive coaching for individuals, families and groups using quality equipment and proven teaching methods.
KingSurf Surf School
KingSurf Surf School has been sharing a passion for surfing at Fistral Beach for over two decades. Their experienced instructors offer beginner lessons, private coaching and surf development sessions, helping surfers of all ages progress in one of the UK's most iconic surfing locations.
Elemental Surf School
Elemental Surf School is a friendly, family-run surf school based at Fistral Beach. With a strong focus on fun, safety and confidence-building, their experienced coaches provide beginner lessons, private tuition and family surf sessions for surfers of every age and ability.
Quiksilver Surf School
Quiksilver Surf School is one of the UK's best-known surf schools, operating from the world-famous Fistral Beach in Newquay. Professional instructors provide beginner lessons, private coaching and group sessions, combining first-class tuition with premium equipment in one of Britain's premier surfing destinations.
North Cornwall Area
Harlyn Surf School
Established in 1965, Harlyn Surf School is one of the UK's oldest and most respected surf schools. Located on the sheltered sands of Harlyn Bay, it offers beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions with highly qualified instructors, making it an ideal location for learning to surf in Cornwall.
George's Surf School
George's Surf School has been helping people learn to surf at Polzeath for decades. Offering beginner lessons, family sessions and private coaching, their experienced instructors provide fun, professional tuition on one of Cornwall's most popular surfing beaches.
Surf's Up Surf School
Surf's Up Surf School is a long-established Polzeath surf school offering professional coaching for beginners, families and surfers looking to improve their skills. Friendly instructors, quality equipment and one of Cornwall's best learner beaches make it an excellent place to start your surfing journey.
Freewave Surf Academy
Freewave Surf Academy has been delivering professional surf coaching at the beautiful Widemouth Bay for over two decades. With Surfing England qualified instructors, beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions, it's an ideal place to experience Cornwall's famous waves in a fun and supportive environment.
OA Surf Club
OA Surf Club is one of Cornwall's largest and most established surf schools, based at Summerleaze Beach in Bude. Offering lessons for complete beginners through to progressing surfers, their experienced coaching team provides private tuition, family lessons and group sessions using high-quality equipment.
Big Blue Surf School
Big Blue Surf School has been helping people discover the excitement of surfing at Crooklets Beach for many years. Their experienced instructors provide beginner lessons, family sessions and private coaching, creating a relaxed and supportive atmosphere where surfers of all ages can build confidence and enjoy Cornwall's waves.
Bude Surfing Experience
Bude Surfing Experience offers professional surf coaching across the beautiful beaches of Bude and Widemouth Bay. From complete beginners to improving surfers, experienced coaches deliver friendly, personalised lessons designed to build confidence, improve technique and maximise time in the water.
West Cornwall
Gwithian Academy of Surfing
Gwithian Academy of Surfing is one of Cornwall's premier surf schools, offering expert coaching from the expansive sandy beaches of Gwithian Towans. With highly qualified instructors, purpose-built facilities and lessons for all abilities, it's an excellent choice for beginners, families and experienced surfers looking to progress.
Global Boarders Surf School
Global Boarders Surf School operates from two of Cornwall's most popular surfing beaches—Gwithian Towans and Praa Sands. Their experienced coaching team offers beginner lessons, private tuition, family sessions and surf development programmes, helping surfers of all ages enjoy Cornwall's spectacular coastline.
Smart Surf School
Smart Surf School delivers professional surf coaching from the stunning beach at Sennen Cove, one of Cornwall's most consistent surf destinations. Friendly, experienced instructors provide beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions, helping surfers build confidence while enjoying the spectacular far west Cornish coastline.
North Devon
Surf South West
Surf South West offers professional surf coaching from the renowned waves of Croyde Bay. With experienced instructors, beginner lessons, private coaching and surf development programmes, the school provides a welcoming environment for surfers of all ages and abilities to progress with confidence.
Walking On Waves
Walking On Waves is a highly regarded surf school based at Saunton Sands, offering professional coaching for beginners through to experienced surfers. Friendly instructors provide group lessons, private tuition and family sessions using one of North Devon's finest surfing beaches.
Bare Feet Surf School
Bare Feet Surf School has been introducing people to surfing on the beautiful sands of Saunton for many years. Friendly, experienced instructors provide beginner lessons, family sessions and private coaching, helping surfers of all ages build confidence while enjoying one of North Devon's finest beaches.
Surf Saunton
Surf Saunton provides professional surf coaching from the award-winning beach at Saunton Sands. Whether you're catching your first wave or refining your technique, experienced instructors offer beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions using high-quality equipment in a safe and supportive environment.
Westward Waves Surf School
Westward Waves Surf School is one of North Devon's most established surf schools, based on the famous beach at Westward Ho! Friendly, experienced instructors deliver beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions, helping surfers of all ages develop confidence while enjoying one of Devon's most consistent surf breaks.
North Devon Surf School
North Devon Surf School provides professional surf coaching from the award-winning sands of Woolacombe Beach. With experienced instructors, beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions, the school offers a welcoming environment for surfers looking to experience one of the UK's finest surfing beaches.
South Devon
Bantham Surfing Academy
Bantham Surfing Academy is one of South Devon's leading surf schools, based on the beautiful sandy beach at Bantham. With experienced instructors and a reputation for high-quality coaching, the academy offers beginner lessons, family sessions and private tuition for surfers looking to enjoy one of Devon's most iconic surf beaches.
Discovery Surf School
Discovery Surf School has been introducing people to surfing on the spectacular coastline of Bigbury-on-Sea for many years. Friendly instructors provide beginner lessons, family sessions and private coaching, helping surfers of all ages gain confidence in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Coast 2 Coast Surf School
Coast 2 Coast Surf School delivers professional surf coaching from the beautiful beach at Bigbury-on-Sea. Offering beginner lessons, private tuition and family surf sessions, their experienced instructors create enjoyable, confidence-building experiences for surfers of all abilities on one of Devon's most picturesque beaches.
Dorset & Somerset
Sorted Surf School
Sorted Surf School is one of Dorset's leading surf schools, based on the award-winning beach at Boscombe. Friendly, experienced instructors provide beginner lessons, family sessions and private coaching, helping surfers of all ages enjoy the waves on one of the South Coast's best surfing beaches.
Bournemouth Surf School
Bournemouth Surf School has been introducing people to surfing on Dorset's beautiful coastline for many years. Offering beginner lessons, private coaching and family surf sessions, the experienced team provides fun, safe tuition with all equipment supplied.
Branksome Dene Chine Surf School
Branksome Dene Chine Surf School offers professional surf coaching from one of Dorset's most scenic beaches. Friendly instructors provide beginner lessons, private tuition and family sessions, making it a fantastic place to discover surfing on the South Coast.
Channel Adventure
Channel Adventure is a long-established outdoor adventure centre based on Minehead's beautiful coastline. Alongside a wide range of watersports, their experienced instructors deliver beginner-friendly surf lessons, family sessions and group coaching, making it an excellent introduction to surfing on the Somerset coast.
Minehead Surf School
Minehead Surf School offers friendly, professional surf coaching on Somerset's longest sandy beach. Whether you're taking your first lesson or looking to improve your surfing, experienced instructors provide safe, enjoyable sessions for individuals, families and groups with all equipment supplied.
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📍 Wales
🏄 9 Verified Surf Schools
Pembrokeshire
Outer Reef Surf School
Outer Reef Surf School is one of Wales' premier surf schools, based at the stunning Whitesands Bay near St Davids. Their experienced instructors provide beginner lessons, family sessions, private coaching and surf guiding, making it the perfect place to experience Pembrokeshire's world-class waves.
Newsurf
Newsurf has been delivering professional surf coaching at Newgale Beach for many years. Friendly, experienced instructors provide beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions, helping surfers of all ages build confidence on one of Wales' finest surfing beaches.
Pembrokeshire Surf School
Pembrokeshire Surf School offers professional surf coaching from the beautiful sands of Broad Haven. With experienced instructors and a welcoming approach, the school provides beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to discover surfing on the Welsh coast.
Gower Peninsula
Gower Surfing School
Gower Surfing School is one of Wales' longest-established surf schools, based on the spectacular beach at Llangennith. With experienced instructors, beginner lessons, family sessions and private coaching, the school provides a fun and supportive environment for surfers of all ages on one of the UK's finest surfing beaches.
PJ's Surf School
PJ's Surf School has been helping people learn to surf on the famous waves of Llangennith for many years. Friendly, highly experienced instructors offer beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions, making it an excellent choice for surfers discovering the beautiful Gower coastline.
Welsh Surfing Federation Surf School
Operated by the Welsh Surfing Federation, this nationally recognised surf school at Caswell Bay provides professional coaching for beginners, juniors and surfers looking to progress. Experienced instructors deliver structured lessons using high-quality equipment on one of South Wales' most popular surfing beaches.
North & Mid Wales
Llŷn Surf
Llŷn Surf is a specialist surf school based on the stunning Llŷn Peninsula, delivering professional coaching at Porth Neigwl (Hell's Mouth) and other nearby beaches when conditions suit. Friendly instructors provide beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions, making it one of North Wales' leading destinations for learning to surf.
Gecko Surf
Gecko Surf is a well-established surf school and surf hire centre located at Rhosneigr on the Isle of Anglesey. Offering beginner lessons, family sessions and private coaching, the experienced team helps surfers of all ages discover one of North Wales' most popular surfing beaches.
West Coast Surf Shop & Surf School
West Coast Surf Shop & Surf School combines one of North Wales' best-known surf retailers with professional surf coaching on the beautiful beaches around Abersoch. Experienced instructors provide beginner lessons, private coaching and equipment hire, making it a great base for exploring the Llŷn Peninsula's surf.
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📍 Scotland
🏄 11 Verified Scottish Surf Providers
North Coast
North Coast Watersports
North Coast Watersports is Scotland's premier surf and watersports school on the spectacular North Coast. Based at beautiful Dunnet Beach, their experienced instructors deliver beginner surf lessons, private coaching, family sessions and guided surf experiences, using a selection of world-class beaches including Dunnet, Strathy, Farr Bay and Durness to find the best conditions each day.
Moray & Aberdeen
ScotSurf
ScotSurf is one of Scotland's leading surf schools, operating from the long sandy beach at Aberdeen. Experienced instructors provide beginner lessons, private coaching, junior sessions and paddleboarding, helping surfers build confidence while experiencing one of Scotland's most consistent east coast surf spots.
New Wave Surf School
New Wave Surf School offers professional surf coaching from the beautiful beaches of Lossiemouth on Scotland's Moray coast. Friendly instructors provide beginner lessons, family sessions and private coaching, creating a welcoming environment for surfers of all ages and abilities.
Suds Surf School
Suds Surf School provides professional surf coaching on Aberdeen's expansive city beach. Offering beginner lessons, junior coaching, private tuition and group sessions, the experienced team delivers fun, safe instruction with quality equipment supplied for every lesson.
East Coast
Blown Away Surf School
Blown Away Surf School has been introducing visitors and locals to surfing on the famous West Sands Beach at St Andrews for many years. Their experienced instructors provide beginner lessons, family sessions and private coaching, helping surfers of all ages enjoy one of Scotland's most iconic beaches in a fun and supportive environment.
Andrew Robertson Surf Coach
Andrew Robertson is an experienced, Scottish Surfing Federation accredited surf coach providing professional coaching in and around St Andrews. Offering beginner lessons, private tuition and surf progression coaching, sessions are tailored to help every surfer develop confidence and improve their technique.
Coast to Coast Surf School
Coast to Coast Surf School is one of Scotland's longest-established surf schools, based at the renowned Belhaven Beach in Dunbar. Friendly instructors deliver beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions, helping surfers experience one of Scotland's most consistent east coast surf breaks.
Lost Shore Surf Resort
Lost Shore Surf Resort is home to Europe's largest inland wave pool and one of the UK's most exciting places to learn to surf. Purpose-built for progression, the resort offers expert coaching, beginner surf lessons, private tuition and advanced training sessions using consistent, technology-generated waves that create ideal learning conditions all year round.
West Coast & Islands
Blackhouse Watersports
Blackhouse Watersports offers professional surf coaching from the spectacular beaches of the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. With experienced local instructors, beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions are delivered in one of the UK's most breathtaking surfing environments, where uncrowded Atlantic beaches provide an unforgettable surfing experience.
Tiree Surf School
Tiree Surf School provides professional surf coaching on the Isle of Tiree, often referred to as the 'Hawaii of the North' thanks to its consistent Atlantic swell and stunning white-sand beaches. Friendly instructors offer beginner lessons, private coaching and family sessions, making Tiree one of Scotland's premier surfing destinations.
Tiree Wave Classic Surf School
Associated with the internationally renowned Tiree Wave Classic festival, this surf school offers coaching and clinics on one of Scotland's most celebrated surfing islands. Whether you're learning the basics or developing your skills, experienced coaches provide structured tuition in a truly world-class coastal setting.
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📍 Northern Ireland
🏄 4 Verified Surf Schools
Troggs Surf School
Troggs Surf School is one of Northern Ireland's longest-established surf schools, based on the famous beaches of Portrush along the spectacular Causeway Coast. Experienced instructors provide beginner lessons, private coaching, junior sessions and family surf experiences, making it the perfect place to discover surfing on Ireland's north coast.
Alive Adventures Surf School
Alive Adventures delivers professional surf lessons along Northern Ireland's stunning Causeway Coast, operating from the popular beaches of Portrush and Portstewart. Friendly instructors offer beginner lessons, family sessions and private coaching, with additional coastal adventure activities available throughout the year.
Long Line Surf School
Long Line Surf School provides professional surf coaching from the expansive sands of Benone Strand. With experienced instructors, beginner lessons, private tuition and family sessions are delivered in a relaxed and welcoming environment, making it one of Northern Ireland's top locations for learning to surf.
Portrush Surf School
Portrush Surf School offers professional surf coaching from the renowned beaches of Portrush on Northern Ireland's spectacular Causeway Coast. Whether you're catching your first wave or developing your surfing skills, experienced instructors provide enjoyable lessons for individuals, families and groups with all equipment supplied.
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