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Boosy's Surf School

Navy Gardens, Barbados
246-267-3182
Ranked #2 of 12 tours in Christ Church
5.0 of 5 stars 245 Reviews
Type: Water sports
Traveler Description: Ok, So I'm a 49 year old man, not that fit and on holiday in Barbados with girlfriend, who is younger and much fitter than me and she wants to go... more »
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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

And another day in Paradise for me. Christian has a real passion for surfing and his Island and this really shows in his teaching. I was blown away by his encouragement and detailed instruction both in and out of the water. With his great ability to explain and break down each stage, whilst keeping everything fun made for a fantastic... More

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Auckland, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

I was in Barbados by myself (the Kiwi!) for a week or so, when a girl I met at the guest house I was staying at in Worthing tells me she's going for a surf lesson with this Boosy character. I asked if I could come too - Boosy was more than happy to have another student join the team.... More

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Fort McMurray, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012
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The feeling that you get when you stand up on a surf board is indescribable, it is simply the best feeling in the world. My mom (50) and I (23) booked a lesson with Christian over the phone once we had arrived in Barbados. On the day of our lesson, Christian took us out to Freights Bay. There were only... More

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Christ Church, Barbados
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

Christian loves what he does and really is very committed to his clients having a great Barbados surfing experience. More

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Harrogate, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2012

Two Dads and four kids in Easter week all learnt how to surf with Christians very patient instruction. He knew what techniques to try for two Dads who were as stiff as the surf boards and four, mostly teenage kids. Recommended. More

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Washington, DC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012
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I had always heard "surfing is so hard"..."I tried all afternoon and never got up once"...etc...so I went into my first lesson at Boosy's thinking "I hope I get up, just once." Under Christian's skilled instruction I not only got up on my first wave, I was catching my own waves after the fourth try. Christian adeptly tailored his teaching,... More

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Washington, DC
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012
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Christian is a fantastic teacher who takes the time to work with you and identify what actions you need to take to improve. He explains things simply and effectively so that a novice can be up on a board and surfing quickly. Would recommend him over any other outfit on the island any day! More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

I have surfed since I was 11 now 16, I mostly surf in the UK but I have been surfing in barbados for a few years. I found out about boosy surf school in barbados in a nutshell. Even before I had got into the water He gave me very good pointers and in 15 minutes I was catching my... More

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Natasha Vlahakis, Owner at Boosy's Surf School, responded to this review
April 13, 2012

Kelly girl you have a lot of good stuff going for your surfing and just need to pay attention to some of those things i taught like mainly the paddling technique. Thanks for giving my surf school a try and i am glad you were happy with your time. We couldn't have asked for better conditions than what South Point... More

Nashville, Tennessee
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

Boosy's school is different from the other schools I tried in Barbados in that Christian is not just a clearly skilled surfer, he is a gifted educator. Though there were 5 people in our class, every person felt as if they were getting enough individual attention that it qualified as a private lesson. My son had never been on a... More

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Natasha Vlahakis, Owner at Boosy's Surf School, responded to this review
April 13, 2012

Ed buddy Thanks for the review. Also dude you have to take some credit for how well you did. After your huge life success you mentioned to me and now out catching your own waves and riding.... Respect! Your son is tough and he really pushed hard, i think he has seen what you have over come and that has... More

Essex
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42 reviews 42 reviews
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96 helpful votes 96 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012
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My husband and two daughters aged 13 and 15 were very keen to surf, me not so much so! That all changed within a very short period of time and I was excited about the prospect of going back for another mornings lessons. Boosy makes you feel so relaxed, we had such good fun and he is great at meeting... More

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Natasha Vlahakis, Owner at Boosy's Surf School, responded to this review
April 13, 2012

Donna Thank You for taking the time to write this review. It was my pleasure to teach you and Toni and the kids. It is always great when a family can partake in an activity together, a new sense of respect by all involved. Your kind words put a smile on my face. Wishing you all the best and hope... More

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