Courses

Troggs Surf School Surf Lessons cater for individuals and groups alike. Taking surf lessons with a group of your friends is a great, fun way to learn how to surf - whats more it can be a great idea for a gift. Surf lessons with Troggs Surf School come in 2 hour slots and include full expert tuition and use of boards and wetsuits all for the generous price of £30.00. 

• Do you want to learn how to surf safely?
• Do you want to be taught by a fully qualified, experienced instructor who will help you learn at your own pace?
• Do you want to learn to surf in a safe environment?

To find out more about our friendly surf instructor Carl Russell, read his profile here! Booking your surf lessons with Troggs Surf School couldn't be easier, call Carl on +44 7748 257 717 or email us at carl@troggssurfschool.com.

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Surf Lessons: What You Will Learn

During your 2 hour Surf Lesson our instructor will teach and demonstrate the following:

• Surf Safety
• Ocean Awareness
• The Basics Of Surfing
• Paddling The Board
• Catching Waves
• Standing Up On The Board
• Wave Selection
• Turning Techniques
• Basic Surf Etiquette

ALL LESSONS HAVE THE OPTION OF A DVD TO PLAY BACK AFTER YOUR SESSION

By taking a Surf Lesson which covers all these basic elements you will be well on your way to surfing. After just one lesson most people can get to their feet on the surfboards.

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Surf Lessons: Kids Surf Camps

The Troggs Quiksilver Kids Surf Camps are a fun way for kids to learn how to surf and to meet friends of a similar age. They are a fun, friendly and fully supervised learning experience.

New ! Kids beach safety class with beach lifeguard trainer/ assessor. 45min Session

If you're between the ages of 8 and 16 and able to swim the surf camps run across the following dates. 

• Portrush: July and August, Monday - Friday
• 10am - 12pm, 1pm - 3pm
• Every weekend between Easter and July
• 5 day course £80(per child)
• Single day £20

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Surf Lessons: Corporate Days

Incorporates a more relaxed lesson for large businesses, gives everyone the opportunity to unwind from the stress of office life.

Basics of beach safety and surfing skills are covered with some team building exercises involved.

DVD package available at extra cost, this is an edited dvd of your days surfing lesson. 

• Over 15 people - £25 per person

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Surf Lessons: Progression Sessions

These lessons are aimed at smaller groups (a maximum of 4 people per group) who have passed the beginning stages of surfing and would like to work on progressing to intermediate and advanced levels.

• 90 minute lesson
• £35 per person

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Surf Lessons: Hen and Stag Parties

Come have a blast with your friends in the water - with expert tuition and skill related games!

After your surf lesson we can arrange discounted dinner at local restaurant D'arcys. Anyone wanting to party afterwards, Portrush is home to  the famous Lush Nightclub, host to many big name DJs.

• 15 people or more - £25 per person
• 2 Hour Session

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Surf Lessons: Beginner Group

This is the standard lesson - you can book either with a group of your friends or be included with other beginners.

• 2 Hour Lesson
• Beginner Level
• £30 per person

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Surf Lessons: 1-to-1

As the title says, one to one tuition with a fully qualified surf instructor. The 1-to-1 is aimed at intermediate to advanced surfers who wish to be out the back working on:

• Catching Unbroken Green Waves
• Turning Techniques 
• More Advanced Manuvoures

• 1 Hour Lesson
• £40 per lesson

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Surf Lessons: The Double Up

If you would like to fit in more than one lesson in a day to really get a grasp of surfing on your first go, then this is the deal for you.

This lesson comprises:

• 2 Lessons - 90mins per lesson

• £50 per person

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Surf Lessons: Beginner Plus

The Beginner Plus is a three day course covering all the areas as the complete beginner session - but taking it to the next stages on Days Two and Three... The equivalent of cramming for exams!

• Aimed at 17 year olds and over
  
• £75 per person

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Surf Lessons: Core Intro

The Core Intro is a shorter beginner lesson that gets you up on your feet sooner. The course is particularly good if you are already quite active and/or have a reasonable level of fitnes.

• 1 Hour Lesson
• £20 per adult
• £15 per child

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Surf Lessons: FAQs

• Can you take a surf lesson for a corporate group?
  Yes we can take your corporate group for a surf lesson. A surf lesson is an ideal group activity for corporate team building.

• Does Troggs Surf School supply all the equipment?
  Yes we supply the surfboards and wetsuits All you need is included in the price.

• Where will the surf lesson happen?
  The surf lessons we run will take place either in West Strand or East Strand. We will take into account the surf conditions (whether its too big or not), wind, tides etc and the capabilities of the group being taught before deciding where to surf.

• Do I need to book in advance?
  Yes, please try to book ahead by at least a week or so to avoid disappointment. However, if you've not booked ahead, feel free to call us and we'll see if there is any available slots free for lessons. You may be in luck!

• Will the surf lesson teach surfing or bodyboarding?
  Carl is a fully qualified surf instructor and will teach you how to stand up surf. However, if you just want to learn to bodyboard thats cool!

• What do I need to bring to the surf lesson?
  You're gonna need a towel, swimsuit (if you're a girl!) and something warm to wear for afterwards.

• What should I do if I wear contacts?
  Loads of surfers wear contacts. We recommend that you either wear a pair of disposable contacts or a pair that you can live without incase you lose one.

• What is the water temperature like in Portrush?
  Pretty cold! The water around Portrush during winter is 7 degree celcious and gets up to 15 or so in the summer. This makes surfing with a wetsuit a necessity.

• If I get on well and want to buy a board where can I buy the equipment?
  You can purchase boards from Troggs Surf Shop. Come in and see our range of Bics, NSP's, custom boards or 2nd hand boards.

• What type of safety precautions does Troggs Surf School take for people doing surf lessons?
  Our surf lesson instructor is a fully qualified Beach Lifeguard, a BSA Level 1 Surf Coach as well as being a very experienced surfer. Supervision of the class is given at all times. Click here to read about Carl our surf instructor. What do I need to bring to the surf lesson?

• Should I do any exercise to get ready before the surf lesson?
  Just general fitness. Stretches, jogging, sit-ups will improve your fitness.

• Do I need to know how to swim to take a surf lesson?
  As long as you can swim you can take surf lesson. We just ask that people are fairly competent at swimming, you don't have to be an pro.

• What is the best time of the year to learn?
  Really from April through to October is best because the water will be warmer and therefore make the surf lesson experience a lot more fun.

• What types of payment do you accept?
  We accept cash, credit card and PayPal. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Switch and American Express.

• How long before I am surfing like a World Champ?
  Well that depends on you! Surfing is a long learning experience, our surfing lessons provide you with the best possible start.

• What is there to do after the surf lesson?
  You can arrange with Carl to book lunch or dinner at any of the best restaurants in town. Carl will of course be able to advise you on other tourist information around the area.