Strandhill Surf School Co.Sligo was established in 2006 and fast became one of the leading surf schools in Ireland due to its reputation for quality service and professional, enthusiastic instructors. Owner and operator David Mulcahy has grown up Surfing in Strandhill and has vast knowlege of the local surf breaks and conditions.
Strandhill Surf School sets itself apart by their great beachfront premises, in walking distance to the waves and by a professional approach to our Sligo based Surf lessons.
Your surfing equipment includes a beginner’s foam surf board, ideal for learning and a warm wetsuit and boots. In cold conditions wetsuit gloves and hoods are available. Their wetsuits are restocked every year ensuring good condition and are thoroughly washed and dried after every lesson. They also have a range of intermediate surf boards for more experienced surfers.
Their Surf instructors are fully qualified Surf Instructors and Beach Lifeguards with valuable local knowledge of the beach conditions. The head instructors, who have been at the surf school for a number of years, have extensive experience of teaching surf lessons and give valuable tuition and encouragement.
New instructors are recruited and selected on the basis of their enthusiasm as well as surfing experience, creating a fun environment for individuals, groups and especially for their popular Children’s Summer Camps.
Strandhill Surf School is Irish Surfing Association (ISA) approved meaning they meet the high standards set by the governing body. Your safety is important to them so the instructors are with you at all times and keep in communication with their office through walkie-talkie radios ensuring a safer environment for your lesson.
After your surf lesson you can enjoy the local cafes, bars, restaurants and great local ice- cream as well as nearby amenities. Check out our live Webcams, streaming the surf conditions daily.
- Children’s Lessons
- Beginners Lessons
- Intermediate Lessons
- Surf Camps
- Group Lessons
- Gift Vouchers available
What you will experience
Upon arrival you check in and meet the Surf instructors, who will give you all the surf equipment needed. After going to the changing facilities, where toilets are showers are provided, you are walked down to the beach where the surf lesson begins. Your surf boards will be taken down for you where the instructors will have chosen the best spot for your surf lesson. We have recently introduced Stand Up Paddleboarding which is proving to be a fun option when there are no waves and the conditions are calm and suitable.
More info…
- Admission fees: Paid lessons
- Open: Year-round but contact for info as may be seasonal
- Suitable for younger children: Yes but contact directly for more info
- Gift shop: Available in Strandhill
- Dining/refreshments: Plenty of options in Strandhill
- Groups: Groups are welcome with prior booking.
- Accessibility: Contact for info
- Parking: Free car park and free coach parking in Strandhill.
About Strandhill
Strandhill is a remarkable village that boasts world class surf condition, a world class links golf course, a beautiful beach, stunning landscape and gorgeous cafes, bars and restaurants. It is home to the National Surf Centre where you can enjoy a hot shower, clean changing facilities and book surf lessons. They have a fabulous room available for hire that is ideal for corporate groups with a stunning sea view.
It’s name in Irish is An Leathros which loosely translates as ‘The half promontory’ and it is just a short distance from Sligo town. You can hop on the S2 bus which connects it with Sligo town and on to Rosses Point village. Sligo Airport is based here along with remote working hubs and festivals and events regularly held throughout the year.
This is a fantastic coastal seaside location and always popular with families. Please note that swimming is forbidden on Strandhill beach due to the extremely dangerous rip tides.
Location
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