Westward Waves Surf School

Welcome to Westward Waves Surf School, the leading surf school in Bideford. Established in 2017, our school offers lessons and courses for surfers of all levels, from beginners to experienced riders. Led by a team of friendly and experienced instructors, we are committed to ensuring that you have an unforgettable surfing experience.

Located at Westward Ho! Beach, a blue-flagged beach with plenty of space, our surf school is the perfect place to learn and improve your surfing skills. The beach offers ideal conditions for learning, with mellow, sandy beach breaks that are suitable for beginners. We are easy to find, just look out for our converted horse box!

At Westward Waves, we offer a variety of surf lessons and courses tailored to your skill level and goals. Our group lessons are suitable for mixed abilities and ages, and include all the necessary equipment. These lessons consist of a 20-minute beach talk, followed by approximately 90 minutes of water time with individual feedback provided by our experienced instructors.

If you prefer a more personalised experience, our private lessons are the best option for you. With private lessons, the entire session is tailored to your specific needs, providing in-depth coaching, detailed wave feedback, and one-on-one assistance to help you catch the best waves. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned surfer, our private surf lessons are designed to maximise your surfing experience.

Don't just take our word for it, here's what one of our satisfied customers had to say: “I had 3 1:1 lessons with Mark and I progressed more in those 6 hours than I did in 2 years" – Google Reviews.

Book now and join us at Westward Waves Surf School for an unforgettable surfing experience. Visit our website or get in touch to find out more information. We look forward to getting you surfing!

Our team comprises highly-trained and dedicated instructors who are passionate about surfing. Mark, our head instructor, has been surfing since the age of nine and has travelled all over the world in pursuit of his passion. He started surfing at Westward Ho! Over 15 years ago and has since become a fully qualified RLLSS beach lifeguard and BSA qualified surf coach with his own surf school.

Meagan, another member of our team, is also a qualified RLLSS beach lifeguard and BSA qualified surf coach. She joined Westward Waves in 2020 and brings her expertise and love for surfing to our lessons.

Come join us at Westward Waves Surf School and make the most out of your surfing experience. Book now and let our team help you ride the waves like a pro!