Waking On Waves Surf School Saunton Sands Beach North Devon

Walking on Waves Surf School offers the ultimate surfing experience for individuals, families or large groups, blending fun, safety, and professional coaching. We’re located at the breathtaking Saunton Sands beach in North Devon – renowned for its stunning 3.5 miles of golden sand and consistent, long rolling waves. Whether you’re a beginner looking to catch your first wave or an experienced surfer wanting to hone your skills, Saunton’s waves cater to all levels.

We specialize in tailored surf lessons designed to engage and inspire students in groups of all sizes. For larger bookings, we offer generous discounts, making us an excellent choice for school trips. Our small group sizes – with no more than 6 surfers per instructor – ensure that every student gets personal attention and coaching. This ratio allows us to accommodate various skill levels within the same group, providing a highly customized experience that maximizes learning and fun.

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Our team is made up of passionate, ISA-qualified surf instructors who are also RLSS beach lifeguards and DBS checked, so safety is always our top priority. From first-timers catching their first wave to advanced surfers looking for one-on-one coaching, we pride ourselves on delivering expert guidance in a supportive, friendly atmosphere. Our instructors aren’t just skilled coaches – they’re surfers at heart, dedicated to sharing their love of the sport with others.

By choosing Walking on Waves Surf School, you’re not just booking a surf lesson – you’re offering your students an unforgettable adventure, in one of the UK’s most beautiful coastal locations, led by a team that cares about their experience every step of the way.

None, but we are accredited by Surfing England – England’s national governing body for surfing.

• For all groups, safety is our top priority. Every session begins with detailed safety instructions, including how to assess and understand the beach environment, tides, currents, and potential hazards. Students will learn how to recognize both beach and in-water dangers and how to respond to various situations, fostering responsible and confident behaviour in outdoor environments. Much of what we covered is in line with the RLSS beach lifeguard training so serves as a quality start to learning beach and sea safety.
• We can incorporate lessons about coastal geography, weather patterns, tides, and marine life. Students will explore how waves are formed, the role of the tide, and how we can protect our coastal environments. We can also build on their knowledge of physical geography by discussing more complex topics such as wave theory, erosion, and the impact of coastal processes on the environment. These lessons tie directly into geography and science curricula, helping to bring classroom learning to life.
• In addition to these topics, all students will have the opportunity to develop practical skills such as teamwork, communication, and resilience, as well as build self-confidence through surf coaching. These transferable skills link well to personal development and PSHE (Personal, Social, and Health Education) objectives.
• We are happy to discuss and adjust our approach to suit your group’s specific needs, ensuring that the content is relevant, engaging, and aligned with the curriculum.

• Minimum age 5.
• Small group ratios, never exceeding 6 students to 1 instructor to ensure everyone is safe and receives significant individual attention and tuition. 
• Larger groups receive bigger discounts.

We provide all the necessary equipment for surf lessons. Offering top quality wetsuits and surfboards for all ages and abilities.

Photography can be provided by us if all surfers are accepting.

A risk assessment will be provided to all customers on request.

Jack Banks (Partner)
Jack@walking-on-waves.com

Tel:07578 595140

• 12-18 Surfers = £30pp
• 18-24 Surfers = £25pp
• 24-30 Surfers = £22.50pp
• 30+ Surfers = £20pp
• (E.g.) On multi-surf bookings, 10 surfers surfing twice would classify as 20 surfers which costs £25pp.
• 1 teacher per 12 students surfs for free. 

Each surfer must bring swimwear, a towel and sun-cream. Suitable clothing for afterwards is recommended.

• All of our team are qualified RLSS beach lifeguards. 
• First aid station located in our surf school.

• Indoor changing available
• Large car park on site
• Beach cafe on site
• Toilets on site
• Restaurant on site
• Beach shop on site

We have some SEN qualified staff, disabled access to the surf school and accessible toilets on site.

08:00 – 20:00