The Centre
of Surfing
in Sligo

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Strandhill Surf School offers a variety of lessons, including beginner surf classes, advanced wave riding techniques, and fun group sessions for all ages.

From €40pp

Lessons

Beginner lessons for Kids/Teenagers under the age of 16.

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From €150pp

Camps

A starting point or refresher course for Surfers.

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From €40pp

Groups

Suitable for people who want to progress to the next level in surfing.

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surf lessons

Whether your a beginner or an advanced surfer,
our lessons will ensure you learn, grow confidence and have fun every time.

CHILDREN

€40pp

Surf Lessons

2.5 hrs
Group
Age 8+

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Beginner

€50pp

Surf Lessons

2.5 hrs
Group
Age 8+

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intermediate

€50pp

Surf Lessons

2.5 hrs
Group
Age 12+

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private 1:1

€150pp

Surf Lessons

2.5 hrs
1:1
Age 12+

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about us

who we are

Strandhill Surf School Co.Sligo was established in 2006 and fast became one of the leading surf schools in Ireland due to its reputation for quality service and professional, enthusiastic instructors. Owner and operator David Mulcahy has grown up Surfing in Strandhill and has vast knowlege of the local surf breaks and conditions.

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EXPERIENCE
SURFING IN SLIGO

book our summer, easter or adult surf camps for a truly unique experience.

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learn to surf

group experiences

This is a fantastic, action-filled activity for special occasions! Ideal for birthday parties, a work social activity, hen or stag party, we cater for large and small groups. You can choose from either a Surfing Lesson or Stand Up Paddleboarding.

Schools

Surf Camps

2.5 hrs
Easy
Age 4+

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Corporate

Group Experiences

2.5 hrs
Easy
Adult

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Family

Group Experiences

2.5 hrs
Easy
Family

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Hens & Stags

Group Experiences

2.5 hrs
Easy
Adult

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TESTIMONIALS

What they say

Gavin Campbell

Class surf school. Have had quite a few lessons here over the last few years and the instructors, equipment and lessons are great. If you want to learn, it’s a really friendly and welcoming school to come and once you start progressing the instructors give you plenty of time during the session. If your worried the waters going to be cold, don’t - wetsuits will keep you warm even into autumn and winter.

Shane Lynch

Had a great time at Strandhill surf school, the guys here are super sound and shoutout to Fionn who was with us in the water, absolute legend! Super helpful and I caught 30+ waves probably my best day ever. From wheeling the boards down to the beach on a trolly for us - to helping me understand waves and what to look out for. Great surf school! 10/10.

L H

A brilliant lesson with Lorcan and Thomas from Strandhill Surf School! I've had some lessons before and the tips I got from Lorcan were the best and most helpful I've ever received. The owner was also super chill and sound! 10/10 recommend.

Conor O Brien

Top marks. Brought my 3 kids between ages 6 and 12 and the instructors could not have been better with them. Defo worth the money.

Tim Florax

Great guys, great fun. Check the tide times. Putting Ireland on the surf map

conor o malley

Great experience would highly rate staff especially Alex who went out of his way to put on a late lesson for us and was very generous with his time. The lesson was excellent with great energy, enthusiasm, and knowledge from Alex. Thank you

SirSkins Daire

We had a class time surfing with these folks! Lorcan our instructor was a legend and really informative and helpful! Will definitely be back!

Darren Lynch

Had a brilliant surf lesson, really good fun, great advice and encouragement from the instructors.. Lorcan was brilliant, really nice and really helpful...will definitely be back

Liam Kirwan

Highly recommend! Very welcoming and knowledgeable instructors, equipment was in good condition, and everyone was given the space, time and guidance to learn and improve. Really enjoyable lesson. I will be back!