beginners

€50 per person
€40 for under 16's

Group Lesson

Age 8 +

2.5 Hours

Never surfed before or struggling to find your feet? No problem.

Our beginner surf lessons at Strandhill Surf School are designed to get you up and riding in a fun, safe, and supportive environment — no experience needed!

Located right on Strandhill Beach, we’re in the perfect spot for learning to surf. Our experienced, ISA-qualified instructors will guide you through everything you need to know, from understanding the ocean to standing on your board and catching your first wave.

You’ll start with a beach-based introduction covering:

Ocean safety & surf etiquette
Board positioning & paddling techniques
How to pop up and ride your first wave

Then it’s into the water for hands-on coaching and plenty of wave time to practice what you’ve learned.

WHATS INCLUDED

Who it's for

First-timers and beginners
Anyone looking to build confidence in the water
Ages 8+

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plan your visit

what to bring to your surf session

We provide all equipment for your surf lesson or camp, including wetsuits, boards, and rash vests.

You just need to bring

Common Questions

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Where do we meet?

Meeting Point for Surf Lessons is at Strandhill Surf School on Strandhill beach front. Our premises is the last building on the right hand side of the main road that leads to the beach. Two doors down from The Strand Bar.

Is equipment included?

Yes, all necessary equipment is included. All you will need to bring is a towel and swimwear.

Are there changing facilities?

Yes, changing facilities with hot showers and toilets are available on site. All belongings can also be stored securely at the Surf School while you are on your Surf lesson.

Is a deposit required?

Deposits are required for groups of 6+ people.

TESTIMONIALS

What they say

    
 
 
         
   Gavin Campbell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great guys, great fun. Check the tide times. Putting Ireland on the surf map
  
 
        
   conor o malley 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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!
  
 
        
   Jöran Albert 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had my first two surfing lessons here, it was a lot of fun and the instructors were great. Super fun and professional all the way!