Lahinch Surf School

Main Street - Shop/Cafe, Lahinch, Ireland

353 87 9609667

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Great fun and atmosphere with people enjoying the sun

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Ranked #2 of 6 attractions in Lahinch

30 Reviews

Type: Surf Camps

Owner description: Lahinch Surf School is about Friendly, Safe, Fun in the surf.Established by John McCarthy, three times Irish Senior Surf Champion, John established...... more » Owner description: Lahinch Surf School is about Friendly, Safe, Fun in the surf.Established by John McCarthy, three times Irish Senior Surf Champion, John established Co.Clare's first Surf School to share his love and 'stoke' for surfing. Lahinch Surf School has stayed true to that dream ever since. When we're not surfing big waves at the Cliffs of Moher (the wave John named "Aileens"), you'll will find us at our 'Surf Centre and Cafe' on main street, Lahinch or at our Beach hut on the promenade.The positive ions are infectious dude!Courses: Outside of doing a single two hour lesson any day of the year, our most popular courses are the 'Weekend Surf Course' for adults, which is 3 fun lessons over the weekend and our Kids(9-12), Teens(13-18) and Grom(5-8) Camps in school holidays.You are welcome to come join the fun at Lahinch Surf School.

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AnnaK107

Wicklow

1 review

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“First ever Surf Lesson in Lahinch”

Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

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I had my first surfing experience in Lahinch last weekend and even though the weather was a little dull the experience most definitely was not! All the equipment was provided, all myself and my friend had to do was just turn up! The instructor was calm, confident and encouraging. I am not a strong swimmer and I was nervous of... More

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shpula

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“Great beginner surf experience in Lahinch”

Reviewed May 19, 2012

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Great and laid back instructors, lots of lesson times, if the waves are not big enough in Lahinch they take you to the nearest good beach. Also helpfull in transport in case you dont have it. They also send SMS notifications, so you're always well informed. John (owner) is also verry friendly and cares a lot how things go alltogether.... More

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It was great hanging in the sunshine last weekend. Glad you loved the experience. It was awesome to find a wave on that beach down south, well worth the drive. Thanks so much again for the Stoke Feedback. We appreciate it:) Hope to see you in Lahinch before you head back:) Enjoy the biking:) John More

DMul_12

Mayo Ireland

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“Great craic, surf in the most beautiful surroundings :-)”

Reviewed May 13, 2012

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A group of six of us , all girls went here for an afternoon, for two hours of surfing the guys provide all the gear ,it was really brill if you have never surfed before or your really into it. Well worth doing :-) More

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Hey! Glad that your group enjoyed the surfing experience here with us at Lahinch Surf School. You are right, Lahinch is a beautiful place and an ideal spot for surfing in Ireland! Thanks for your feedback, we do try to cater for people at all levels whether you are a beginer or would like to improve. Our instructors are great... More

McC_Mark

Dublin

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5 helpful votes

“EPIC!!”

Reviewed April 22, 2012

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I just arrived back from a weekend away in Lahinch with my mates and i have to say this was one of the best experiences I've ever had. Staff were ridiculously friendly from start to finish, groups were not too big and our instructor dev got around to everyone to give advise or help you out. That was really great... More

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Hey! Glad that you had an epic weekend with in Lahinch. Dev is such a legend, glad she was giving ye the gentler approach to surf-coaching. We definitely try to make it a mellow and fun experience. Great to hear that you have caught the surfing bug! Thanks very much for your encouraging feedback :) We will be looking forward... More

Patrickh202

Kilfenora, Ireland

1 review

1 helpful vote

“A Quality Surfing Experience”

Reviewed April 21, 2012

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A fantastic course that really got me into surfing, I took lessons last year with Lahinch Surf School and found it to be a brilliant course ! . Staff were were a pleasure to work with, very friendly highly trained and helpful .Explained groundwork and basics very well which made for a good couple of days and good craic. Wetsuits... More

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Hi :) Thanks for the thumbs up! Thanks for choosing to surf with us at Lahinch Surf School. We are glad that you had good fun with the instructors and that they gave you a good surfing experience, they certainly love their job! Great to hear that you got some helpful tips and your skills were improved. Hope to see... More

Glenn W

Dublin

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“Beginner Surfing”

Reviewed April 21, 2012

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The guys at Lahinch Surf School got me up and surfing in one lesson. I was well chuffed with myself :-) I've been back a second time since because everything is provided - board, winter wet suit, lessons and 2 hours of good craic on the waves. The instructors are sound as a pound. I would highly recommend it as... More

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Hi Glenn Great to hear that the instructors helped you get up on your feet in your first lesson! It's such a great feeling to be riding the wave :) It's great to be able to provide everything for you to make your experience as hassle free as possible and the winter wetsuits sure do keep you toastie warm! Thanks... More

ElephantsareCool

Dublin

2 reviews

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“Surfing, A New Hobby”

Reviewed April 3, 2012

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I just wanted to say a huge thank you to John and his team. We started planning this trip for Dads' birthday back in November 2011. From the very first email, we found the staff to be extremely helpful, friendly and approachable. No request for information, help or advice was turned down, and there were a lot of requests. We... More

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Hey :) Thanks a million for the high recommendation! Glad the surf lesson and all preparation beforehand went so well. It's great that your whole family got to surf together for your dad's birthday. Ye were brill:) More

Clownty

Dublin, Ireland

1 review

1 helpful vote

“BEST SURF SCHOOL EVER!”

Reviewed March 27, 2012

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I brought about 70 teenagers to Lahinch Surf School for the weekend and they exceeded all expectations. Fun, friendly and enthusiastic to have us there. We all felt very welcome and part of the family. Great equipment - Funny and energetic instructors - awesome waves! You haven't surfed until you have surfed with Lahinch Surf School. High 5! More

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Carlos S

Limerick, Ireland

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“"FUNTASTIC!"”

Reviewed March 27, 2012

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Myself and my 12 year old son decided to head to Lahinch for a surf lesson this weekend. It was a spur of the moment kind of thing but it was as simple as making a phone call and everything was arranged for us, no hassle. This was his first ever surf experience and he loved it!!. We met John... More

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Hey :) Thank you for your positive feedback! All of our instructors are very experienced and have a contagious passion for surfing and the ocean. Delighted that your experience was as enjoyable as you said. Hopefully we will see you again the in future :) More

Brian K

Galway

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“Expert Advice”

Reviewed March 27, 2012

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I have been surfing for the Last 6 months and while looking for lessons I found Lahinch surf school were excellent. John and the guys are always motivated and very passionate about surfing. I had a great solo lesson and following this I was welcomed to join a group session the next day, the school is very flexible and accommodating... More

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