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
- 2.5 hour surf lesson
- Wetsuit, surfboard, and all equipment provided
- Beach and ocean safety briefing
- On-land instruction
- Use of our changing rooms and hot showers
- A fun and relaxed learning atmosphere
Who it's for
- First-timers and beginners
- Anyone looking to build confidence in the water
- Ages 8+
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what to bring to your surf session
We provide all equipment for your surf lesson or camp, including wetsuits, boards, and rash vests.

Swim Gear
Swimming shorts and swim suits to be worn under wetsuits (supplied) to keep you warm.

Towel
Sadly we don’t supply towels, so if you can bring your own, that would be super!

Sunscreen
Sunscreen (yes, even in Ireland!). Protect yourself against the sun as you will face maximum exposure.
Got questions? Discover the answers here
We strive to provide clarity on all inquiries regarding our services.
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.
Yes, all necessary equipment is included. All you will need to bring is a towel and swimwear.
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.
Deposits are required for groups of 6+ people.
What they say
Gavin CampbellTrustindex 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 LynchTrustindex 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 HTrustindex 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 BrienTrustindex 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 FloraxTrustindex 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 malleyTrustindex 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 DaireTrustindex 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 LynchTrustindex 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 KirwanTrustindex 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 AlbertTrustindex 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!
