CROYDE SURF CAMPS
At the Croyde Surf School With
The Best Teaching Ratio
Just 6 Students to 1 Coach
Warm Indoor Changing
Hot Showers
A Sea View Cafe
A Licensed Bar
On-site Accommodation
Softech Surfboards
SURFING MADE SIMPLE:
FLEXIBLE ONE-DAY & WEEKEND SURF CAMPS
camps for BEGINNER, PROGRESSOR, intermediate and advanced surfers
immerse yourself in a weekend of surfing
Our weekend adult surf camp package is in a group format and is ideal for beginner, intermediate, progressor, and advanced surfers.
You will receive 4 x 2.5-hour surf lessons split over 2 days. You will receive lunch on both days. Lunch consists of a meal from our on-site cafe, Cafe Croyde Bay.
Flexible Surf Camps for Adults & Juniors
Looking for a surf refresh or a coaching top-up?
We offer one full-day adult surf camps for those wanting to sharpen their skills, with the option to join our popular two-day surf camps on the Saturday only. This is perfect if you’re short on time but still want high-quality coaching in Croyde Bay. Just get in touch for more details and availability.
For our younger surfers, we run full-day surf camps during the school holidays for Grom Surfers aged 8-12 and Junior Surfers aged 13-17, taking place throughout Easter, Whitsun, and the summer holidays. These fun, supportive camps are designed to build confidence, improve technique, and inspire a lifelong love of surfing in one of the UK’s best surf spots.
what level of surfer are you?
At Surfing Croyde Bay, we believe that the best surfing experience starts with being in the right lesson for your level. Whether you’re catching your first wave or refining your technique in green waves, this guide will help you figure out what kind of surfer you are and which of our surf lessons is the perfect fit for you.
Let’s break it down, and if you’re still not sure what level you are, no stress, many surfers are in-between levels or unsure where they fit. When you book a session, our expert instructors will assess your ability at the beach and ensure you’re in the right group. Whether you’re paddling out for the first time or fine-tuning a bottom turn, we’ll help you progress at your own pace and in a supportive environment.
“I’ve never surfed before,” or “I’ve only tried it once or twice.”
If this sounds like you, you’re in the beginner stage, and that’s something to be excited about! Surfing for the first time is an unforgettable experience, and our beginner lessons are designed to make it safe, fun, and successful.
TYPICAL SIGNS YOU’RE A BEGINNER:
- You’ve never surfed, or have only tried it briefly on holiday.
- You’re still figuring out how to lie on the board, paddle, and pop up.
- You’re not yet paddling out to catch unbroken (green) waves.
- You’re riding the white water (broken waves) straight to shore.
- You use a big, stable board (often a foamie).
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
- Basic surf safety and how to read beach conditions.
- How to paddle, pop up, and ride a wave safely.
- Surfing etiquette and how to enjoy the ocean responsibly.
- Loads of fun, because that’s what it’s all about!
Your perfect match: Beginner Surf Lessons
“I’ve had a few lessons and I’m ready to go a bit further.”
You’re past the basics and ready to start making real progress. You can pop up in the whitewater confidently and starting to paddle out to catch green waves. You’re at the “in-between” stage, not quite intermediate, but ready for more than a beginner session.
TYPICAL SIGNS YOU’RE AN ADVANCED BEGINNER:
- You can consistently pop up and ride white water waves.
- You’ve tried paddling out the back but need help with timing and positioning.
- You’re starting to catch unbroken waves (green waves), but not consistently.
- You want more control and direction in your rides.
- You’re beginning to learn how to angle your board and ride along the wave face.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
- How to paddle out efficiently and safely.
- Catching and riding unbroken waves with more control.
- Learning to trim and turn across the wave face.
- Ocean awareness, reading sets, and improving positioning.
Your perfect match: Improver Surf Lessons
“I’m catching green waves and turning, now I want to level up.”
You’re confidently paddling out and catching green waves on your own. You can pop up in the right position and start turning as you ride down the line. This is where surfing opens up, and our intermediate coaching helps you push your skills to the next level.
TYPICAL SIGNS YOU’RE AN INTERMEDIATE:
- You paddle out, position yourself, and catch green waves independently.
- You’re able to ride down the line, not just straight to shore.
- You’re starting to perform bottom turns, trimming, and cutbacks.
- You can read the lineup and spot where the best waves are breaking.
- You want to surf more challenging conditions and improve your technique.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
- Perfecting turns and generating speed.
- Improving wave selection and timing.
- Using rail-to-rail transitions and linking manoeuvres.
- Developing style, control, and confidence.
Your perfect match: Intermediate Surf Coaching
“I surf regularly and want to refine my performance or push into more critical waves.”
You’re an experienced surfer looking to dial in your technique, try more progressive manoeuvres, or take on more powerful conditions. You have a strong foundation and want to fine-tune your surfing through focused, expert feedback.
TYPICAL SIGNS YOU’RE AN ADVANCED SURFER:
- You regularly surf in a variety of conditions, including larger or faster waves.
- You perform manoeuvres like snaps, floaters, cutbacks, and re-entries.
- You understand wave dynamics, positioning, and surf with confidence.
- You’re refining style, flow, and performance, possibly for competitions or filming.
- You want personalised, high-level coaching.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
- Technical manoeuvres, timing, and combinations.
- Reading critical sections and boosting speed.
- Progressive surf strategy for different conditions.
- Personalised feedback to unlock your full potential.
Your perfect match: Advanced | Progression Surf Coaching
what's included in a camp weekend?
- Wetsuits and surfboards are provided
- 4 surfs over two days
- Video analysis and/or classroom theory
- Safety and ocean awareness
- Equipment introduction
- Surfing techniques and wave selection
- Surf signals and how to wipe out
- Functional warm-ups
- Awareness of other water users
- Basic surf etiquette and awareness of currents
- Motivating goal setting
- Warm changing rooms
- Hot Showers
- Lunch
Why choose Surfing croyde bay?
Amplify your ‘learn to surf’ experience with the best ‘Instructor to Student’ ratio of any Surfing England surf school.
Smaller group sizes means our coaches can give you more attention in a safer environment to speed up the learning process.
We run daily surf lessons suitable for everyone aged 5 to 80, from complete beginner to competitive professionals, school groups to group parties using in water teaching, classroom theory lessons, video analysis and surf skate sessions.
We want you to enjoy surfing as much as we do, so whether you’ve never stood on a board before or have been doing it for years, we want to help you progress to your full potential.
SURFING CROYDE BAY
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Recommended On-Site Accommodation
Stay Right by the Surf
Make the most of your surf camp experience by staying right on site, just moments from the beach. Our recommended accommodation partner, Baggy’s, offers comfortable, surf-friendly stays that are perfect for surf campers, families, and groups.
Located alongside Croyde Bay, Baggy’s is ideal for early starts, relaxed evenings, and maximising every surf session. With easy access to the beach, village amenities, and our surf camp meeting point, it’s the most convenient option for a stress-free stay.
Find out more and book your stay at BAGGY’S
Staying on site means less travelling, more surfing, and a true Croyde surf-camp experience.
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SURF HIRE
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OUR TEAM
Meet our team — coaches trained and guided to the highest standard, committed to delivering exceptional surf experiences at Surfing Croyde Bay
Trip Advisor
Surfing Croyde Bay has a 5 star Tripadvisor rating and is also rated #1 for Things To Do in Croyde.
Being featured in The BBC, Vogue, The Independent, Airbnb, Carve Magazine, and Surfing England, alongside a multitude of 5-star TripAdvisor reviews, video tutorials, and surf blog insights is something we’re very proud of. Come and immerse yourself in a weekend of surfing and experience the difference, at the very best surf school in Croyde.
