Private Surf Lesson
This is a private surf lesson, which means the session is only for you and the people you book with — no mixed groups, no strangers.
Your instructor will tailor the coaching to your level in a calm, friendly setting, so you can learn faster, feel more confident, and simply enjoy being in the ocean. Book your private lesson today.
Lesson Content
A typical session begins at the surf school with around 15 minutes of on-land briefing, covering technique basics and key safety points.
Next, you’ll be fitted with a wetsuit and have time to change.
We’ll do a short warm-up by the shoreline, then head into the sea with your instructor for about one hour of water time. Coaching is delivered in shallow, waist-deep water to keep things comfortable, safe, and confidence-building.
After the lesson, return to the surf school for a hot shower, time to change, and a quick recap with your instructor.
Equipment / Facilities
All surf equipment is included: surfboard, wetsuit, and accessories.
We provide warm 5/3 mm winter wetsuits and reliable surfboards suited to lessons.
Surf school facilities include:
Separate male & female changing areas
Hot showers
Indoor briefing space
Bunmahon Co. Waterford
Bunmahon Co. Waterford
Things To Bring
Please bring one of the following:
Your confirmation email on your phone, or
A printed voucher (via the link in your confirmation email)
Also bring:
Swimwear & towel
Sunscreen
If you have your own proper winter wetsuit, you’re welcome to use it. (Short/summer wetsuits are not suitable for lessons — winter suits are provided.)
A 3.4% booking fee applies to all bookings
Terms & Conditions
1. Bookings & contracts
When a booking is made, a contract is formed between the customer and Bunmahon Surf School once the booking is confirmed by Bunmahon Surf School, whether:
- In writing
- By email
- Or verbally
In the case of late telephone bookings where written confirmation is not possible in time, the agreement shall be deemed a verbal contract.
The person making the booking:
- Accepts responsibility for payment for all participants included in the booking
- Is responsible for ensuring that all participants are aware of and agree to these Terms & Conditions
By completing a booking, you confirm acceptance of these Terms & Conditions on behalf of all participants.
2. Booking fees & exclusions
- A 3.4% booking fee applies to all online bookings
- Booking fees are non-refundable
3. Sessions, tides & conditions
Surfing and water activities are dependent on weather, tides, and sea conditions.
- Lesson days and times may vary to suit tides and wave conditions
- Bunmahon Surf School reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or modify sessions if conditions are unsuitable or unsafe
If Bunmahon Surf School cancels a session due to unsuitable conditions:
- We will make every effort to reschedule to an alternative date
- If rescheduling is not possible, a credit note or refund will be issued
Missed sessions by members or participants cannot be rescheduled or refunded.
Once a course or lesson has commenced, all refunds are void due to limited spaces allocated to each group.
4. Cancellations – lessons & camps
Due to limited availability and instructor-to-participant ratios, the following cancellation policy applies:
Lesson & camp cancellation charges:
- More than 14 days’ notice: Full refund
- Less than 14 days’ notice: 50% refund
- Less than 2 days’ notice: No refund
If a customer has paid for a block of lessons at a discounted rate, any refund will be calculated:
- Based on lessons already delivered
- At the undiscounted individual lesson price
- Less the total amount already paid
All cancellations must be made via email and are effective from the date received by Bunmahon Surf School.
5. Equipment hire cancellations
- Customers will receive a refund if cancellation is made at least 24 hours prior to the hire time
- No refund will be issued once equipment has been paid for and collected
No refund will be offered if:
- A medical condition becomes apparent after the lesson has commenced and the instructor deems participation unsafe
- A participant refuses to comply with surf school procedures and is excluded for safety reasons
6. Booking changes
- All booking changes are subject to availability
- If changes cannot be accommodated, payments or deposits are non-refundable
For group bookings:
- Any reduction in participant numbers must be notified at least 48 hours in advance
- Changes made less than 48 hours before the session will be charged based on the original group size
7. Weather during sessions
Management reserves the right to:
- Modify or change the programme if conditions become unsafe
- Replace water-based activities with shore-based activities
- Reschedule activities where necessary
No refunds will be issued where a session is modified for safety reasons.
8. Medical conditions & fitness
All participants must:
- Disclose any medical conditions, illnesses, allergies, or medications prior to participation
- Have at least basic swimming ability
Bunmahon Surf School accepts no liability for any loss, injury, or incident arising from failure to disclose relevant medical information.
9. Participant behaviour & safety
All participants must:
- Follow instructions given by instructors and staff at all times
- Act responsibly and safely
- Respect other participants, staff, and equipment
Bunmahon Surf School reserves the right to refuse participation to anyone who does not comply with safety procedures or instructions.
10. Equipment responsibility
Bunmahon Surf School takes all reasonable measures to ensure equipment is safe and well maintained.
Participants are responsible for:
- Reporting any damage immediately
Any damage caused while equipment is in their possession
11. Risk acknowledgement
Surfing, stand-up paddleboarding, and outdoor activities carry inherent risks, even under the supervision of qualified instructors.
By participating, all participants acknowledge:
- The risks involved in water and outdoor activities
- That participation is voluntary
12. Liability & personal belongings
Participants accept that:
- Bunmahon Surf School is not responsible for loss or damage to personal belongings
- Participation is undertaken at the participant’s own risk
Bunmahon Surf School assumes no liability for:
- Personal injury
- Loss or damage to property
- Consequential loss
- Third-party claims
Except where caused by negligence or fault on the part of Bunmahon Surf School, its employees, officers, or agents.
13. Photos & media
Photographs or videos may be taken during lessons for promotional purposes. Consent is managed through the booking system and on-site disclaimer forms. Requests for removal can be made by contacting Bunmahon Surf School.
14. Governing law
These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of Ireland, and any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Irish courts.