Barefoot Surf School is very proud of the fact that we are first and foremost a family operation. We don’t have dozens of employees. In fact, the idea is the total antithesis of how we have built our reputation and client base.

We try, whether our customers are a family, individual children or grown ups, even adult hen and stag parties, to make the learning experience fun, safe and perfectly suited to that group. From experience over many years, learning and teaching a variety of sports all over the world, we know that a personalised approach speeds up the process and encourages customers to come back to us in order to move onto the next stage. We are delighted that more than half of our bookings this year are from previous customers. This helps to confirm the ethos that we want our learners to experience; that they are relaxed and feeling that they are coming out surfing, having fun with mates. Nigel coaches every session, supported by BSA qualified friends with larger groups.

We are continually being told by customers that what makes us different is our enthusiasm and patience. The truth is, we love what we do - the buzz (or ‘stoke’ in surfer speak!) when someone stands and rides a wave in for the first time is contagious, and even after 19 years of coaching we still get as much pleasure sharing it with you.

The team comprises of:
Nigel; 43 years surfing experience, 19 years surf coaching experience, qualified sports lecturer and instructor in several outdoor adventure sports. First Aid trainer Assessor.
Judith; Group safety officer, 20 years surf safety experience, highly qualified wellfare officer, first aider and learning support helping young people with learning difficulties and disabilities.
Jak; Qualified surf and sandboarding instructor. BTEC National Diploma in Outdoor Adventure, outdoor and adventure sports first aid qualified.

... and Indie the surf dog!