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Duration
2 Hours
During your two hour lesson you’ll be in the water for at least 1.5 hours, so you get the chance to make the most of your time.
Beginners
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Price
Kids €30 Adults €49
Children’s lessons for age 8-15 years old.
Age
8 Years +
Lessons are for children from 8 years old and adults of all ages.
What to Expect
To say we love surfing is an understatement and we bring that passion to every lesson we deliver. Expect to have lots of fun in a welcoming class. Our certified instructors are used to working with everyone from absolute beginners to people with a bit more experience. You’ll learn in a supportive and warm environment and you’ll be surfing in no time!
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€30 - children
€49 - adults
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Ross Neamhlach, Heavenly Cove
Rossnowlagh comes from the Irish Ross Neamhlach meaning Heavenly Cove and the beach doesn’t disappoint. Wide open skies, golden sand and the natural curve of the coastline make it a wonderful place for surfers to come together. Known as one of Ireland’s best beaches, Rossnowlagh lives up its heavenly reputation.
FAQs
We answer your most often asked surf questions
No! Wetsuits provide buoyancy, as do the surfboards that are attached to participants at all times when in the water. Also we will never take any participant into a water depth that they feel uncomfortable in, rarely going beyond chest deep. If you are a weak swimmer please let us know so we can keep a special eye on you.
All participants are asked to meet us at the Surf School 5 minutes prior to the lesson time, where you will be fitted with a wetsuit and sized with a board. Take this opportunity to browse our fully fitted surf shop and check out our gallery of local ‘chargers’ surf the many waves of Donegal.
During peak summer months (July/August) we have lessons daily at 11am, 2pm and 5pm but you should book ahead to ensure you get the time you’d like as they can fill up quickly. Outside these months times can be assigned in a more flexible manner. Please phone in any queries.
Our lessons last for 2 hours. You’ll be in the water for at least 1.5 hours as we’re able to walk straight down on to the beach and into the water.
Lessons are for kids of 8 years upwards. Adults of all ages are welcome.
The British Surfing Association instructor to student ratio is 1 to 10. In Ireland the Irish Surfing Association is 1 to 8. We use 1 to 8.
We have dedicated male & female changing facilities, with a fresh water outdoor shower as well as toilet facilities. These facilities are conveniently located next door to the surf school.
The Beach is about 50 metres away from the school by a short public pathway.
Our instructors are qualified beach lifeguards and will have full rescue tube and first aid kit on them at all times.
All our instructors have both level 1 surf instructors and Beach lifeguard Qualification. The safety of all participants is assured during all sessions.
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