In the heart of Woolacombe

Woolacombe Surf Centre is situated in the heart of the seaside village of Woolacombe, North Devon.

We offer a thrilling range of coastal activities, making the most of the Atlantic and its incredible natural playground. As a Surfing England-accredited ‘Centre of Excellence,’ we specialise in high-quality surf lessons for all abilities.

Beyond surfing, we also provide coasteering, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and surf equipment hire.

Our friendly and highly qualified team brings years of experience and a deep passion for surfing, which is evident in everything we do! Whether you’re stepping onto a surfboard for the first time or looking to refine your skills at an intermediate or advanced level, we have the expertise to help you progress while having fun in the water.

We also have extensive experience working with individuals, families, groups, schools, universities, and clubs. Get in touch, and we’ll create a surf lesson tailored just for you!

Surf instructors from Woolacombe Surf Centre on Woolacombe Beach North Devon Saunton Croyde and Putsborough
Gary King Woolacombe Surf Centre

Gary- Head Coach

From: UK

Countries Surfed: Indonesia, Costa Rica, Panama, El Salvador, Nicaragua, France, California, Spain, Portugal, Fuerteventura, Tenerife

Favourite Surfer: Mick Fanning

Favourite Wave: Woolacombe of course (Or maybe Air Guling, Lombok)

Favourite Surfboard: Al Merrick 5’11”

Surf Qualifications:

  • Surfing England Level 3 Surf Coach Award
  • International Surfing Association Adaptive Surf Coach
  • Surfing England Surf Instructor Trainer Assessor
  • Royal Life Saving Society National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification (NVBLQ)
  • Royal Life Saving Society Trainer Assessor for- National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification, National Surf Coach Lifesaving Award, Open Water Lifeguard & Rookie Lifeguards

Zoe

From: UK

Countries surfed: Sri Lanka, Australia, Morocco

Favourite Surfer: Pauline Menczer

Favourite Wave: Hikkaduwa or Woolacombe

Favourite surfboard: 6’3” Single Fin

Surf Qualifications:

  • Surfing England Level 1 Surf Coach Award
  • Royal Life Saving Society National Surf Coach Lifesaving Award (NSCLA)

Zander

From: UK

Countries surfed: India, Indonesia, Thailand, Chile, Peru, Mexico, USA, Morocco, France, Costa Rica, Canada

Favourite Surfer: Big Z

Favourite Wave: Imsouane, Morocco

Favourite surfboard: Bluff 9’8”

Surf Qualifications:

  • Surfing England Level 1 Surf Coach Award
  • Royal Life Saving Society National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification (NVBLQ)

Joe

From: UK

Countries Surfed: Sri Lanka, Portugal, UK

Favourite Surfer: Rob Machado

Favourite Wave: Uluwatu, Bali

Favourite Surfboard: Malaku 6’0″

Surf Qualifications:

  • Surfing England Level 1 Surf Coach Award
  • Royal Life Saving Society National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification (NVBLQ)

Luke

From: UK

Countries Surfed: France, Spain, Norway

Favourite Surfer: John John Florence

Favourite Wave: Woolacombe

Favourite Surfboard: Pyzel Gremlin

Surf Qualifications:

  • Surfing England Level 1 Surf Coach Award
  • Royal Life Saving Society National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification (NVBLQ)

Rhian

From: UK

Countries Surfed: Panama, Costa Rica, France, Spain, Mexico

Favourite Surfer: Mason Ho

Favourite Wave: Woolacombe

Favourite Surfboard: HS untitled vol 1

Surf Qualification:

  • Surfing England Level 1 Surf Coach Award
  • Royal Life Saving Society National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification (NVBLQ)