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Newgale Beach Surf Lessons | Family Surf School Pembrokeshire | Outer Reef

Newgale Beach Surf Lessons | Family Surf School Pembrokeshire | Outer Reef Wales

Experience the thrill of surfing at Newgale Beach, one of Pembrokeshire's most spectacular surfing locations. Stretching an impressive 2 miles along the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, this vast sandy beach is backed by a historic pebble bank formed in the great storm of 1859, creating perfect conditions for learners and intermediates alike. At Outer Reef Surf School, we've been teaching families and individuals to surf here since 1999, offering daily lessons from Easter through October. Our ISA-qualified instructors provide morning sessions starting at 9:45am and afternoon sessions at 1:45pm, with times optimised for ideal tide and wind conditions. Every lesson includes professional instruction, quality wetsuits, surfboards, and all necessary safety equipment. Beyond surfing, Newgale offers incredible coastal features including walk-through caves at the southern end and access to hidden bays at low tide. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to improve your technique, our experienced team is here to help you catch your first wave or master your skills in this stunning natural setting. With ample parking, nearby café facilities, and our comprehensive equipment provision, we've made learning to surf at Newgale as accessible and enjoyable as possible.

Newgale Beach Surf Lessons | Family Surf School Pembrokeshire | Outer Reef Wales

Why Choose Newgale Beach for Your Surf Lessons? • Expansive 2-mile beach perfect for learning • Historic pebble bank backdrop (formed in 1859) • Protected bays ideal for beginners • Family-friendly environment • Pristine National Park location • Expert ISA-qualified instructors • 25+ years of teaching experience

OPEN EVERY DAY

SURFING LESSONS IN PEMBROKESHIRE

Complete Surfing Package Includes: • Professional ISA-certified instructor • High-quality wetsuits for all seasons • Premium surfboards for beginners • All necessary safety equipment • Expert instruction and guidance • Small group sizes for personal attention

SURFING LESSONS AT NEWGALE BEACH

SURF, COASTEERING, PADDLE BOARDING ACTIVITIES IN PEMBROKESHIRE WALES

Outer Reef Surf School is the official activity provider for The National Trust, and we approach all our surfing lessons with safety in mind.  We are licensed by the AALA (Adventure Activities Licensing Association), are an SSA accredited surf school, and all Outer Reef surf coaches are fully qualified ISA surf school instructors.

BEGINNER SURFING LESSON

SURFING LESSONS AT NEWGALE PEMBROKESHIRE

Our Surf Lessons are run in a very dynamic way, with lots of water time. Here is a brief introduction & over view of your lesson. we will explain how to...

  • The wetsuit – putting on and taking off
  • Leash Secured around the board
  • Leash attachment – over wetsuit, cord pointing outward.
  • Warm up – 3-5 minutes simple dynamic stretching to get you ready for SURFING!

You don’t have to worry about safety, let us do that... We will quickly explain, show you a demonstration we will explain how to control the board & you have lots of time to practice in the water riding the waves.

  • Head up & board straight.
  • Turning board in waves -back towards waves.
  • Lying on the board (Prone) – showing correct trim.
  • Catching the wave – toboggan or paddling.
  • Riding the wave (prone) – all the way to the beach: showing correct trim & control.

  • Picking the right waves
  • How to Stopping – slide to the tail & sit on it, holding your rails.
  • Trimming – small adjustments & tips we give really help you to correct your board & progress fast.
  • Awareness – look left & right whilst riding wave & being aware of whats going on around you.

We will explain parts of the board & give you a informative safety talk & explain the lifeguard flags to

  • Bottom, fin, leash and rails.
  • Leash – why do we use a leash.
  • Flags – identifying swimming, surfing & red flag areas.
  • Signals – Understanding the instructor's signals.

Like we said you don’t  have any thing to worry about when your with us & we will teach you how to surf safe if you hire equipment to practice.

  • Responding to signals – show quick response and understanding of.
  • Distress signal – demonstration and when to use it.
  • Falling off – protecting your head, eyes, nose, mouth and ears.
  • Buddy system – teaming up & showing awareness.
  • Leaving water – inform the instructor when you go and when you return.

We run our surf lessons in a fun, safe way & give you so many tips & easy achievable goals to help you get to your feet & ride the waves.

  • Press up – on toes and hands for three seconds.
  • Sitting -face beach, sitting on board.
  • Airplane – prone position, with arms stretched outwards.
  • Buddy Boarding – catch the same wave as buddy, at least board length apart.
  • Standing up !!!!

2 HOURS & ALL EQUIPMENT PROVIDED

£40 PER PERSON

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