St Ives Surf School

Stand up paddleboarding, coasteering, and kayak hire will be available from our two beautiful beach locations in the heart of St Ives.

St Ives Surf School takes great pride in its reputation as one of the best places to learn to surf in Cornwall. The team of salt water specialists are passionate about the adventure playground they call home and aim to provide an unforgettable ocean experience in a safe, fun, and friendly environment.

Whether you're a beginner looking to learn to surf, an experienced paddleboarder wanting to improve your skills, or an adrenaline junkie seeking the thrill of coasteering, St Ives Surf School has got you covered. They offer bespoke surf lessons and coaching, paddleboarding tuition, sea kayaking tours, and coasteering adventures, all conducted by their experienced and knowledgeable instructors.

The surf and watersports hire facilities are located at their two centres, Porthmeor and Porthminster beaches. Porthmeor beach is the place to go for an extensive range of surfboards, wetsuits, and bodyboards, while Porthminster offers all your paddleboarding and kayak needs in its flat water haven.

The team at St Ives Surf School consists of a diverse group of salt water specialists who deeply love what they do and where they do it. They have been recognised as a 'Centre of Excellence' by Surfing England, and they work closely with environmental charity Surfers Against Sewage as regional representatives in West Cornwall. Additionally, they have proudly partnered with The Wave Project, a surf therapy charity, for the past nine years, aiming to change lives through surfing.

In addition to their activities and services, St Ives Surf School also operates a shop where you can find a lovely selection of garments and accessories to keep your stoke alive, even when you're away from the ocean. They also offer Luxury Surf Retreats, which combine surfing and well-being experiences in Cornwall, including gourmet food, luxury lodges, and sunrise yoga sessions.

Stay in the loop and keep up to date with all things surf, sea, and St Ives by following St Ives Surf School on social media. They share their best-kept Cornish secrets and expert ocean knowledge, ensuring you never miss out on the latest news, exclusive offers, and events.

Contact St Ives Surf School to book a lesson, hire equipment, or inquire about their services. Their dedicated team is ready to provide you with a fantastic experience on the waves of Cornwall.