Private Surfing Lessons in Bude

Looking for private one to one surfing lessons in Bude or a private group surfing lesson on your trip to Cornwall?

Then we have you covered!

With private one to one surfing lessons, you’ll receive the benefits of one to one attention tailored to your individual surfing skill level. Whether you’re a complete surfing beginner on your first trip to Bude or intermediate level surfer that has spent a few years hitting the beaches of Cornwall.  We will help you to learn to surf or improve your surfing ability throughout your time with us.

A private group surfing lesson is a great way to make your time in Bude a little more special. Your group will have their own dedicated surfing instructor(s) who will be there to look after your surfing needs. You can have a range of ages and abilities within your private group surf lesson, so no-one gets left behind. Your private surfing instructor(s) will make sure they spend time with everyone in the group. Each person will have lots of fun and will feel that they progress throughout their lesson with us.

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Lesson Equipment

All equipment is provided during your one to one or private group surfing lessons. We have a full range of wetsuits available in all sizes including summer and winter wetsuits. We can also provide you with wetsuit boots, gloves and hoods to use if needed during those colder months.

Our surfboard store is well stocked with a range of shapes and sizes. Looking for a beginner surfboard, intermediate or a more advanced style board? We have the right boards for your level. If you have surfed before and would like to try something new on your private surfing lesson then we are on hand to guide you with what to choose. If you have just purchased a new board and need some help getting going… that’s our bag too!

Our Instructor
Team

Our surfing instructor team are made up experienced and passionate surfing coaches who live and breathe surfing. They will create a personalised surf lesson pitched at the level that is right for each individual. As well as being highly experienced, our surfing instructors are all trained as beach lifeguards and are qualified a surfing coaches. Our instructor team are true surfing enthusiasts dedicated to sharing their knowledge and skills to help you progress during your private surfing lesson.

Why Surf in

Bude Cornwall?

Bude is renowned for its beautiful beaches and consistent surf conditions. Our locations of Summerleaze Beach and Widemouth Bay provide the perfect settings for your unforgettable private surfing lesson.

Freewave Surf Academy is the only surf school in Bude to be licensed to operate on Summerleaze Beach and Widemouth Bay. This means we can run your private surfing lesson at the most suitable beach for you. This can be based on convenience to where you are staying, your favourite beach, your ability or we can let the conditions dictate which beach is best based on weather, wind, swell, tide and water quality.

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Beginners Guide to Surfing Summerleaze Beach in Bude, Cornwall
Private Surf Lessons Bude

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Private Surfing Lessons

Our surfing instructor team are made up experienced and passionate surfing coaches who live and breathe surfing. They will create a personalised surf lesson pitched at the level that is right for each individual. As well as being highly experienced, our surfing instructors are all trained as beach lifeguards and are qualified a surfing coaches. Our instructor team are true surfing enthusiasts dedicated to sharing their knowledge and skills to help you progress during your private surfing lesson.

Hear from our surfing customers
#1 On Tripadvisor for ‘Outdoor Activities in Bude’!

AWESOME!! EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS!!!

AWESOME, BEST PART OF THE HOLIDAY – JUST DO IT!!! We booked two sessions for the family (kids are 7 & 9) and none of us had ever surfed before, firstly the sessions were all in small groups so we each got loads of time with the instructor Glyn for a private lesson. Glyn was amazing in teaching the kids the safety items and kept them engaged throughout.

Gav S, Tripadviosr

Take advantage of this 5 star recommend Surf Academy. Set in an ideal location.

Thank you for a great morning. My children had great time with instructor Bear, rarely they are so pleased with an experience. It was quite a week with scorching temps and cancelled lessons as the sea was so calm. A recommended well organised Surf school.

Geoff, Tripadviosr
Brilliant Surfing Lesson

My boyfriend and I had a private surfing lesson on Wednesday and had a brilliant time. Highly recommend for beginner surfers. Ellie was a fabulous instructor and took the time to show us all the techniques. She had me standing in no time. Great value for money and great afternoon out. Thank you Freewave and Ellie.

Shreya P, Tripadviosr

Private Surf Lesson

Had a great private surf lesson with Ellie. I’d had a quite a few lessons previously but with quite a few lessons between them so had forgotten everything. Ellie managed to take us through all the basics quickly so I could get in the water ASAP! I felt so confident after my lesson with Ellie that I was inspired to hire a board on my own the next day which I’ve never done.

Caroline S, Tripadviosr

Excellent good fun

Excellent beginners surfing school lesson with Glyn. We booked kind of off season so ended up having a private 2.5hr session with just me and my partner James. Lots of fun, waves in widemouth were perfect for us learners and we both managed to get standing. Very well deserved beer after the session!! Thanks Glyn

Helena B, Tripadviosr

Private Lesson For Two

Great instructing and coaching. A really engaged instructor (Charlie) who helped us develop our skills and take away lots of top tips and learning points.

CJP, Tripadviosr

Save a lot of time

Had two private lessons, and I can honestly say have saved me years of mucking about trying to learn off YouTube was doing loads wrong. If you want to progress, do it with freewave.

Lee V, Tripadviosr

Great Lesson

Had a great private lesson with Charlie. Equipment was good and felt like I learned a lot. Good knowledge of the conditions on the beach. Would definitely recommend these guys for a lesson. Cheers guy

Simon G, Tripadviosr

Private Surfing Lessons

Booked 2 private lessons through Robin for me and my dad to begin our surfing journey. Both of our sessions were taken by Puffs who was an awesome teacher. She was patient, helpful and made the everything a lot more chill. Next time I’ll remember to bring a waterproof speaker out to play FISHER. Thanks again Freewave!

Tom Fisher, Tripadviosr

For more information about surfing lessons and choosing a safe surf school.

Please check out information available on the Academy of Surfing Instructors website.

Private Surfing Lessons FAQ’s

Our minimum age for private and private group surfing lessons is 6 years old. However, if you have any children younger than 8 please drop us a message using our contact form before making a private surfing lesson booking.

We run private surfing lessons on both Widemouth and Summerleaze Beach both of which have dog friendly areas. For more info, check out our ‘Dog Friendly Surfing Beaches in Bude‘ information page.

Yes, you can wear your own wetsuit. Please bring it along when first arriving at the surf school where one of the Freewave team will check that it is a suitable fit and the right suit for the conditions that day.

Yes, you can bring your own surfboard but it is often more suitable to use our surf school boards. Please bring your surfboard along to your lesson and one of the Freewave team will check to see that it is suitable for your learning and for the conditions that day.

We always recommend enjoying a surfing experience as a family. Shared holiday memories are priceless and children love seeing their parents catching waves and falling off their surfboards!

Anyone under the age of 16 will need to be accompanied at the beach by an adult, however the accompanying adult does not need to be in the water.

Private Surfing Lessons booked for Widemouth Bay take place at Widemouth Bay in Bude, Cornwall, EX23 0AW.

When you arrive at Widemouth Bay Beach Carpark you will see 2 Freewave Surf Academy trailers located by the RNLI Lifeguard Station. Upon arrival please pop over to the Freewave Surf Academy trailers where you will be greeted by a member of the Freewave Surf Academy team.

Private Surfing Lesson at Summerleaze Beach takes place at Summerleaze Beach in Bude, Cornwall EX23 8HN.

When you arrive at Summerleaze Beach Carpark you will seethe RNLI Lifeboat Station at the end of the beach carpark. Our Freewave Surf Academy surf trailer is located by the RNLI Lifeboat Station. Upon arrival please pop over to the Freewave Surf Academy surf trailer where you will be greeted by a member of our team.

Please arrive to the start of your lesson with a swimsuit, a towel and any medication that you may need. For ease of changing, it is advisable that you arrive already wearing your swimsuit underneath your clothes.

Please arrive 15 minutes before you activity start time

For more private activity options please check out our Private Coasteering Experiences, or Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Lessons.

Looking for something a bit more mellow? Try Stand Up Paddle Boarding. For the adrenaline junkie, why not try Coasteering!