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Embark on Unforgettable School Trips: Exceptional Adventures for the Ultimate Educational Experience!
Being featured in The BBC, Vogue, The Independent, Airbnb, Carve Magazine, Surfing England, alongside a multitude of 5 star TripAdvisor reviews, video tutorials, and surf blog insights is something we’re very proud of. Bring your students to North Devon and experience the very best coastal adventures in North Devon.
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Unforgettable Coastal Adventures
for Your Pupils!
Location and accessibility
Did you know that one of the UK’s top School Activity Centres is conveniently located right on your doorstep in Croyde, North Devon? At Surfing Croyde Bay, pupils from Key Stages 2-5 can dive into thrilling activities like surfing and coasteering, all while enjoying the stunning coastal setting.
Unmatched Instructor to Student Ratio
Surfing Croyde Bay offers a remarkable 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio—the lowest among all England Surfing Centres of Excellence. This allows for highly engaging, hands-on experiences, and ensures each pupil receives the guidance they need. Every session is led by Damon Beveridge, former GB Head Junior Coach, guaranteeing top-tier instruction and safety.
flexible group scheduling
Whether you’re booking for small groups or larger ones of 50 or more, Surfing Croyde Bay offers flexible scheduling to suit your needs. Sessions can be staggered throughout the day, allowing all pupils to maximize their experience.
Partnerships with schools and athlete teams
Over the past 17 years, Surfing Croyde Bay has built strong partnerships with schools like Stanchester Academy, Uffculme School, and Horris Hill School. Junior athlete teams, including the GB gymnastics squad and various Football, Rugby, and Cricket clubs, frequently return for activity weeks and one-off sessions.
commitment to safety
Safety is always the top priority at Surfing Croyde Bay. All instructors are DBS-checked, beach lifeguard certified, and hold ISA/Surfing England Level 1 or 2 coaching qualifications. Additionally, our coasteering guides meet the highest standards set by the National Coasteering Charter and AALA. As a Surfing England Centre of Excellence, Surfing Croyde Bay proudly holds an AALA license, ensuring the highest safety and instructional standards.
expert leadership
Leading Surfing Croyde Bay is Damon Beveridge, founder of Surf Development UK. With extensive experience, he has helped young surfers advance from grassroots levels to competing on the world stage. Since 2012, he has also served as Head Coach for the GB Junior Surf team.
book your Coasteering school trip today
So, why wait? Allow your pupils to experience a dynamic, safe, and unforgettable adventure, and book your Coasteering School Trip at Surfing Croyde Bay!
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To make planning even easier, we’ve created the ultimate guide to the best accommodations frequently chosen by youth and school groups participating in our Croyde activities. With our support, your next Enrichment Week is sure to be unforgettable!
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CONTACT US
For all booking enquiries and for any further information
SURF SCHOOL
Discover all surf lessons designed by England Surfing Head Coach Damon Beveridge. Group lessons, Private lessons and 1:1 coaching.
COASTEERING
See the coast like never before coasteering. Find out all about our coasteering adventures.
SURF HIRE
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced surfer, our equipment and expert guidance ensure you have everything you need to ride the waves confidently. Dive into Croyde Bay’s surf with ease—book your gear today!
OUR TEAM
Meet our team — coaches trained and guided to the highest standard, committed to delivering exceptional surf experiences at Surfing Croyde Bay