I spent a morning with Perranporth Surf school doing a beginners session. I wasn't particulary confident, went on my own and was the oldest student there (I'm 45).The instructors were welcoming and helpful from the start. The instruction was really thorough and we were soon in the water putting it all into practice. Gavin and his team were really positive... More

Although I have not been to the school, I have watched would-be surfers of all ages (and shapes & sizes), being carefully taught the basics through to actually surfing in the water. If one of my grandchildren wanted to learn to surf, this is the place I would send them to. More

After visiting perranporth in August 2011 and having a fantastic time we decided to go back in October. Both times i have used perranporth surf school because it is such a welcoming surf school and the instructors are amazing. The whole experience of learning to surf has been one i definately wont forget! Thanks guys! :) More

Came down with a group of friends on a wet and windy half-term Monday but the weather did nothing to dull the spirits or the excellent session that we enjoyed with Gavin and the Surf School. Unpretentious and accessible, fun and friendly. A fabulous afternoon and enjoyed every minute. Felt well looked after and suitably looked after for first timers.... More

My partner and I had a great time learning to surf with Gavin and his team at Perranporth Surf School. Well worth the price, which due to the multi-lesson discount became cheaper as the week went on! If you're looking for a great surf experience with patient and experienced instructors then Gavin an his team are the people to go... More

Booked a group lesson with Gavin as a treat for a friend's birthday. We were a group of 6 girls, most of us complete novices & even though we didn't manage to stand up on our boards & despite the torrential rain, we had SO much fun!! Gavin instructed us with patience & good humour and once he had given... More

We are a youth group based in Dorset and have been running week long residentials to Perranporth for 6 years - A big part is 2 or 3 surf lessons from Gav and his staff at Perranporth Surf School. Gav and his staff have made the sessions fun, safe and memorable irrelevant of the weather - Rain, wind or sun... More

A fabulous surf lesson that was both fun and informative. We had an awesome time in the water yet I felt that I made genuine progress and really learnt something. The cost of the lesson included wet suit hire and board as well as the instruction. Gavin and his team split us into 2 groups; absolute beginners and those that... More

Really wanted to give surfing a go for a while now and thoroughly enjoyed it. Gavin and the team were great. Good, clear simple instructions meant we weren’t on the beach for long so had plenty of time in the water! Pretty much left to your own devices then which was great although the instructors were always on hand to... More