Lahinch, Co. Clare · Wild Atlantic Way

Stand up on your first wave

Small-group lessons with qualified coaches, warm winter wetsuits and boards built for learning. No experience needed

Waves

2–3 ft

Water

13°C

Wind

Light offshore

Best time

Mid tide, 11:30

Example surf report

Pick your session

First time or near-beginner

Small groups, soft boards and a qualified coach in the water with you. Most people stand up in their first lesson

€452 hours

Ages 8–14

Fun, safe sessions in the shallows with games, technique and plenty of waves

€402 hours

All levels

One-to-one coaching to fix the basics faster or take your surfing to the next stage

€9590 minutes

Cliffs of Moher 20 min away

Make a weekend of it on the Wild Atlantic Way

Qualified, friendly coaches
Every coach holds a recognised surf instructor and lifeguard qualification
Small groups
Never more than eight beginners per coach, six for kids
Proper winter kit
5mm wetsuits, boots and gloves, so you stay warm in the Atlantic
Lessons that fit the tide
We pick the time and spot that give beginners the best waves that day

Secure a place with a small deposit. Full refund if the sea doesn't cooperate