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Progressor Surfer Programme Croyde

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Make progress on your surfing journey and become an intermediate surfer. Improve your surfing ability on a weekend alongside like-minded women in one of the UK’s best surf locations, benefitting from the knowledge of our all-female coaching team!

Why choose to go surfing in Croyde?

With fun waves at all stages of the tide, it’s easy to see why this golden beach is the jewel in North Devon’s crown. It’s one of the best surf beaches in the UK – and our base for the weekend. Being located in the southwest, Devon boasts warm summers, mild winters and excellent swell exposure.

What to expect

This is an intensive weekend tailored to levelling up your surfing! You will learn how to confidently paddle out back and catch green waves by developing your paddle and pop-up technique. You’ll increase your ocean awareness and discover how to make the most of your time in the water by catching the right waves.

Who’s this course for?

If you’re consistently standing up and catching broken waves, maybe paddling outback on small days, but aren’t feeling confident, then this weekend is for you! It will give you the tools to take the next step in your surf journey in a supportive environment.

What level am I?

Why choose us?

We use expert instruction and confidence-building methods to help you progress your surfing to the next level. You’ll walk away with more power in your paddle and a kick-ass pre-surf mindset as well as a whole new gang of surfing pals!

When to come?

All year round! Lucky for us, Devon benefits from some of the warmest air and sea temperatures in the UK. The north coast of Devon is exposed to consistent Atlantic swell year-round, which means the waves are some of the best in the country.

Quick facts

Water Temp

10 - 18°C

Climate

6 - 32°C

Wave Types

Beaches

Language

English

What people say

"Have been wanting to learn to surf for so long but it had always been super intimidating. I bit the bullet and headed to one of the Croyde weekends solo, I was really nervous but had the most amazing time! Freddie was a brilliant coach; open, warm, funny, so encouraging and made us all feel completely at ease. Most of us had joined solo and it was epic to spend the weekend with a group of likeminded and inspiring women. Already booked my next weekend!"

Camilla

"I’ve just returned from an amazing weekend away to Croyde with the W+W crew. So much fun! The instructors were really knowledgeable, patient and just so helpful, you can tell they love their jobs! Where we were based for a meeting, analysis, hire kit and changing overlooks Croyde Bay and is such a great spot and cafe! 10 stars to the changing room and hot showers! AND a big thank you for refreshments on the beach, and carrying our water bottles, this makes such a difference! I’ll be back!!"

Liz

"Had an amazing weekend on the Beginners surf course in Croyde. From the pre-weekend information, the warm welcome and expert coaching to the post-weekend follow-up emails. Our coach immediately put everyone at ease with her warmth and humour and paid attention to everyone on the course, giving tips and encouragement as well as taking us through the theory. It was great to see how invested the whole W+W team were in ensuring that we all had a fantastic experience. Thank you!"

Mischka

Itinerary

Please note, sometimes we need to be flexible as some activities will be weather and condition dependent – but don’t worry, we’ll always do our very best to ensure you get the very best out of the trip! All our surf days and suggested activities are completely optional – you can enjoy as much or as little as you desire. This is not a boot camp!

Day One

When it comes to surfing, we’re all for early starts! You’ll arrive in the morning around 7:30/8:30 am to meet the coaching team, get to know your new surfing buddies, set goals for the weekend and assess the surf conditions of the day. We will email you all the timings on the run up to the weekend.

Time to jump in the water! We’ll get changed into our wetsuits and walk down to the beach together with our surfboards. After a fun warm up, and a beach safety and theory session, you’ll have a long extended surf session. It’s essentially two surf sessions rolled into one, with a snack break on the beach to rest and refuel between sessions.

When the surf sessions are finished, you’ll get changed, grab some snacks and meet us for a video analysis and surf theory session. This is where you’ll be able to see what you actually look like when you’re surfing! Your instructor will give you personalised feedback and analysis for each of your waves caught on camera to give you something to work on next time you’re in the water. It’s also a great time to ask your instructor any questions you have.

You will then have a few hours of free time to explore Croyde and relax before an optional group dinner.

Day Two

On the second day we’ll have a similar routine in the morning and will be finished around lunchtime.

What’s included

The Croyde Progressor Surfer Programme offers extended surf sessions for maximum time in the water. You’ll learn the skills to progress your surfing to an intermediate level and make the most of your time in the water by catching the right waves. We’ll give you demonstrations on the sand, plenty of in-water feedback and we’ll take a mid-surf snack break to keep your energy high.

  • Three surf sessions covering all the basics to get you started with in-water feedback and a mid-surf snack break
  • Pre- and post-surf flexibility course to keep you in top surfing condition
  • In-depth video analysis of part of your surf sessions with demonstrations and move-by-move breakdowns to help you progress onto the next stage of your surfing journey
  • Q+A and performance-enhancing surf theory discussions covering forecasting, overcoming fear, different types of surfboards and more.
  • Pro rider video tutorial from one of the worlds BEST female surfers, with bespoke tips to your ability level!
  • Pre-surf routines to get you into the right mindset, working on confidence-building, decision-making, staying focused and not holding back
  • Bespoke fitness and stretch routine video for pre course preparation
  • Post course, stretch out routine supplied on video to help your muscles to repair after 6 hours of surfing
  • Pre surf session, dynamic warm up routine video to prepare your mind and body for each epic session
  • Board and wetsuit hire for the duration of the programme
  • Photos and footage of your surfing. Seeing yourself surfing is a fantastic way to improve, and you’ll get copies of everything at the end of the programme so you can show your friends and family!
  • Surf Progression Booklet and online resources to continue your surfing education at home.
  • Individual goal setting to break down your progression barriers and take your surfing to the next level
  • Optional breakfast and evening meal reservations to enjoy good food with new friends!
  • Good times and chill vibes with like-minded women!

The Croyde Progressor Surfer Programme is all about you, we want you to enjoy it, and get everything out of it that you hope to. We’ll have a chat at the start of the weekend about what your motivations are for coming, work with you individually to set personalised goals, and give you encouragement and feedback on every wave and wipeout! We’ll be on hand the whole weekend to maximise your progression, teach you new skills and make sure you’re having fun! Our Croyde Progressor Surfer Programme is perfectly designed to help you take the next step on your surfing journey.

 

Our expert team assess ocean conditions the evening before, for the day ahead. This ensures you get the top ocean conditions available. We are highly experienced at forecasting and our knowledge of how this translates to the surfing conditions on the beach, gives you the best chance of catching the best waves.

 

The Progressor Programme is tailored to those seeking to step up their surfing game. If you’ve reached a plateau with surfing in the white water and are ready to move forward but aren’t sure how, we can help. Our sessions are zero pressure, but we’ll be there alongside you helping you paddle out back if that’s your goal. Giving you the confidence you need to take your place in the line up, all the while having loads of fun! Our female instructors are all qualified lifeguards and are fully insured, so you’ll be in safe hands! With practical instruction in the water and in-depth surf theory sessions back at our base, your surfing skills will skyrocket by the end of the programme! Here’s what you can expect to learn:

 

Practical / In the water

  • Ocean safety and identifying rip currents
  • Perfecting body position on the board
  • How to confidently paddle out back
  • Fine-tune your paddle techniques
  • Perfect your pop-up
  • How to catch green waves
  • Wave selection and choosing the best waves for your ability 
  • How to deal with steep take-offs
  • The skills required to make a drop
  • Where to sit in the lineup and why 
  • Which wave to pick from a set
  • How to handle crowded days in the line up 

 

Theory

  • How waves are formed
  • Choosing which beaches are safe to surf
  • Different kinds of surf breaks (beach, point, reef)
  • Different types of surfing (longboarding vs shortboard)
  • How to read surf forecasts
  • Learn about winds, tides, swell direction and how it will affect your surfing session
  • Dealing with changing ocean conditions and successfully managing rips
  • How to gain speed and read sections of a wave to lengthen your rides
  • Buying your first board and wetsuit
  • Types of surfboard
  • Surf fitness tips to help with your pop-up

 

Plus video analysis of your surfing with move-by-move breakdowns and personalised feedback.

Every waking minute of the Croyde Progressor Surfer Programme will revolve around you, and your fellow guests; ensuring everyone has a great time, and is getting personalised coaching to help them reach their goals. Sprinkle in lots of fun, friendship and female support, and you have a recipe for one of the best weekends of your life.

 

On both days your surf sessions will be filmed by a photographer on the beach, and a member of the team in-water with the Go-Pro. These photos and videos will be used for detailed video analysis feedback sessions to fast-track progression. The opportunity to analyse footage of yourself is one of the most useful ways to learn, as it increases your self awareness, and helps you visualise your own performance. You’ll have access to all of these photographs and videos after the weekend via our easy to use online platform.

On Saturday, we head to Blue Groove for dinner. The menu features plenty of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options – tuck in to everything from homemade curries to fresh mussels. If you want the night to continue, join us as we drop in to some local bars, like The Thatch and Billy Budds.

The weekend ends after lunch on Sunday. Feel free to hit the road straight away, or stay for a lunch over looking the surf at Baggys Surf Lodge. It’s a great way to restore your energy after an action-packed surfing weekend.

Travel

Croyde is located about an hour from the M5 on the A361, just west of Barnstaple. This makes it more accessible than Cornwall for those coming from the North, Wales, the Midlands and east of the UK.

 

The nearest station is Barnstaple. From there you’ll need a taxi to Croyde – it’s about 25 minutes away.

 

The nearest airport is Exeter. It’s an hour and a half’s drive from Croyde.

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Dates and prices

Date
26th - 27th April 2025
Price£349
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FAQs

This course is for you if you can consistently catch broken waves and are now looking to progress to the next level – paddling outback and catching unbroken waves. It’s all about improving your confidence in and out of the water through ocean awareness, wave selection and paddle and pop up techniques.

Click here for recommendations to suit every budget on places to stay in Croyde and surrounding areas.

You should budget £15-£20  for the Saturday evening meal.

  • If you’d like to join our event please click our ‘Book Now’ button and complete our quick and easy online payment system or please give us a call +44 (0) 1637 226017
  • Select the equipment you will need at the time of booking if you need any.
  • Enter your credit or debit card details into our secure system to make payment. Or we can take your payment over the phone.
  • Once paid you’ll be sent an email confirmation and an online enrolment form to complete.
  • Prior to the weekend, we’ll send you your pre-trip information pack.

Due to this weekend being in high demand, we have very limited availability. However, we can hold your space for 24 hours without payment.

Yes definitely! We pride ourselves on being super welcoming and friendly. Most of our guests arrive solo and leave with friends for life.

If you book in a group of 5, the fifth person will be free.

Yes! This is a scenario that we are very familiar with. Why not make a family break of the weekend? You can join the surf weekend with us while the rest of your family enjoy North Devon.

You will be sent your pre-arrival information prior to the weekend. We will send you the Saturday morning meeting time and location in your pre-weekend information pack.

We choose our fave restaurant because of the range of great menu options that it has available. All dietary requirements are catered for.

We finish around mid-afternoon on Sunday. If you need to leave earlier then please let us know at the time of booking and we can make sure that your group sessions are timed so that you finish in time to get away.

Equipment hire is included in the package. We do not offer a discount for bringing your own equipment.

Yes, we have a full range of hire equipment that we can present to you and recommend the most suitable board for you to progress on.

We choose the time of year and location for our events based on local knowledge and historical swell data. In the event of flat waves or stormy conditions, we will offer alternative activities to help you get the most out of the ocean conditions. This may include stand up paddleboarding, coasteering, kayaking or other coastal activities.

We may adjust the format of the weekend. For example, choosing to run all of the sessions on Sunday if that’s when the waves are at their best.

Please view our T&Cs for more information.

With decades of experience and knowledge within our team, we pick the best dates that the surf conditions are most consistent and will be most suitable for the group. The beautiful long sandy beaches offer peaks for all abilities, the skill is to know which is best on the tide and wind conditions that are on offer. That’s where our local guides are worth their weight in gold. We pride ourselves in having you in the right place for the best waves for your ability each weekend.

Before booking please take a look at our surfing levels.  You will not be able to switch levels as this course is suited to your ability. If you have any questions or are worried about which ability you will be, drop us an email at info@womenandwavessociety.com or call us on 01637 226017.

If you are under 18 we will need to chat to you on the phone and you will need to be accompanied on the trip by a parent or guardian throughout the weekend (they don’t have to participate). If you are 65 or over we’d love to chat to you about the weekend before you book. Please email us to arrange a time and we’ll contact you. Or you can call us on +44 (0) 1637 226017.

There is a pay and display car park a short walk from our meeting point. We will supply further details and costs in the pre weekend information pack.

If you’re based outside the UK and want to chat through the weekend details, you can contact us via our online chat.

If your circumstances change and you can’t join the trip, please let us know as soon as possible via email. Your cancellation notice will start from the date we receive it.

Cancellation terms:

We hold part or full costs, depending on when you cancel:

  • If you cancel 12 weeks or more before the trip we retain 50% of the total cost
  • If you cancel with less than 12 weeks before the trip then its 100% of the total cost

Cancellation may fall under the terms and conditions of your holiday insurance policy and you may be able to claim.

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