Walking on Waves Surf School

Walking on Waves Surf School Walking on Waves is Saunton Sand’s original surf school, with over 20+ years of experience. https://walking-on-waves.com

Between our Surf School at Saunton and Surf Hire Shop in Croyde, we’ve got all your surfing needs covered. Walking on Waves Surf School is Saunton Sand’s original surf school, with over 20+ years of experience. Between our Surf School at Saunton and Surf Hire shop in Croyde, we’ve got all your surfing needs covered! All our instructors are ISA level qualified and are dedicated surfers who love helping others try surfing for the first time or working with advanced surfers who want private coaching to take their surfing to the next level, and everyone in between. Saunton Sands is truly a stunning beach with more than 3.5 miles of golden sand and perfect long rolling waves for beginner surfers or long-rippable walls for the more advanced surfers. Saunton is part of the 19 miles of coastline to be selected as the 12th World Surfing Reserve, joining a list that includes places like Malibu in California and the Gold Coast in Australia!

🌊 BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND 🌊The long weekend is here! ☀️🏄‍♂️ And with the school term just around the corner, there’s still ...
29/08/2026

🌊 BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND 🌊

The long weekend is here! ☀️🏄‍♂️ And with the school term just around the corner, there’s still time to squeeze in some beach days and get in the water!

Whether you’re looking to learn to surf, improve your skills, a family activity or just have a laugh catching some waves, we’ve got sessions running every day!

Don’t leave it until the last minute — get your surf booked in and make the most of what’s left of summer! 🌞🌊

Not sure which session is right for you, or un sure how to read the forecast, Get in touch — we’re always happy to help!

📍 Surf Lessons at Saunton Sands Beach
📍 Surf Hire in Croyde Bay

Summer holidays are well underway, and what an incredible few weeks it’s been! ☀️🌊We’ve had some amazing surf lessons! F...
04/08/2026

Summer holidays are well underway, and what an incredible few weeks it’s been! ☀️🌊

We’ve had some amazing surf lessons! Fantastic progress from our surfers - New and returning, and we’ve been lucky enough to enjoy some stunning summer weather here at Saunton Sands

With bookings coming in every day, we highly recommend booking your surf lesson in advance to guarantee the day and time that works best for you. 🏄‍♂️

Not sure when the best time to surf is? Or what lesson type is best for you..
Get in touch! We’re always happy to answer any questions, talk you through the conditions, and help you make the most of your time on the North Devon coast.

We can’t wait to see even more of you on the beach this summer! 🌊☀️

Contact info and website link in bio

Get in touch 🤙🏼

☀️ Sunshine at Saunton ☀️ The forecast for this week is looking amazing, with plenty of sunshine and warm weather!Wave-w...
21/06/2026

☀️ Sunshine at Saunton ☀️

The forecast for this week is looking amazing, with plenty of sunshine and warm weather!

Wave-wise, it’s looking to be on the smaller side, but conditions are expected to stay clean and fun – perfect for learning, building confidence, and improving your surfing skills. 🌊

Whether you’re joining us for a lesson or heading out for a free surf, it’s shaping up to be a great week at the beach!

Don’t forget, our hire shop in Croyde is fully stocked with everything you need for a day by the sea – surfboards, wetsuits, bodyboards and all your beach essentials 🏄‍♀️ 🏄‍♂️

Get in touch to book your lesson or pop into the shop and make the most of the sunshine!

Getting beach day ready for this May half term? We’ve got you covered! Our Surf Hire & Beach Shop is located right behin...
21/05/2026

Getting beach day ready for this May half term? We’ve got you covered!

Our Surf Hire & Beach Shop is located right behind the dunes of Croyde beach, in the car park of Unison Croyde Bay Holiday Resort - just a few minutes drive from our Surf School at Saunton.

We have a wide range of surfboards
| Shortboards | Mid lengths | Surf School Foamies |Intermediate Soft Hardboards | Bodyboards

5:4 Wetsuit Hire | Boots, Gloves & Hoods

Beach Toys & Accessories 🏖️

Summer Essentials ☀️

Walking on Waves merch 🕺🏼
Hoodies £40 | Crew Necks £35

Locally Handmade accessories from


And even some ex surf school wetsuits for sale going cheap
(Collection Only)

Pre book online
https://walking-on-waves.com/croyde-surf-hire
Or
Swing by our shop and get everything you need for a perfect day in the sea or on the sand! 🏝️

May Half Term 🤙🏼Sunshine, clean waves, and fun surf conditions are lining up for the half term break ☀️🌊Bookings are alr...
19/05/2026

May Half Term 🤙🏼

Sunshine, clean waves, and fun surf conditions are lining up for the half term break ☀️🌊

Bookings are already coming in and spaces are filling up fast.

Whether you’re learning the basics in the white water or looking to progress your manoeuvres and down-the-line surfing, at Walking on Waves Surf School, we’ve got you covered.

📞 +44 7578 595140
📧 [email protected]

Get in touch if you’d like help planning your surf trip or holiday activity

Or follow the links in our bio to visit our website and book online.

After what felt like a never ending flat spell… the waves are finally back 🌊 Disclaimer: We got so excited to see waves ...
12/05/2026

After what felt like a never ending flat spell… the waves are finally back 🌊

Disclaimer: We got so excited to see waves on the forecast again that we had to post a throwback 😂📸

Get in touch to chat about the upcoming forecast and how you can make the most out of your surf trip.

We offer tailored coaching for beginners, intermediates and advanced surfers

Here’s Jack taking out a Kids Private Surf Lesson back in the Easter Holidays. Our kids surf lessons at Saunton Sands pr...
28/04/2026

Here’s Jack taking out a Kids Private Surf Lesson back in the Easter Holidays.

Our kids surf lessons at Saunton Sands provide a fun, safe introduction to surfing for children of all abilities.

Delivered by experienced, ISA-qualified instructors, each lesson focuses on confidence, safety, and enjoyment in the water.

Get in touch and get your little ones surfing!

Things you didn’t expect in a surf lesson 👇 1. Falling off… a lot 😂 2. How quickly you start getting the hang of it 🏄‍...
16/04/2026

Things you didn’t expect in a surf lesson 👇

1. Falling off… a lot 😂

2. How quickly you start getting the hang of it 🏄‍♂️

3. Laughing more than you thought possible

4. That ONE wave that makes it all worth it 🌊

5. Wanting to quit your job and move to the coast

Don say we didn’t warn you… 🤷‍♂️

Everyone remembers their first wave 🌊 From “I don’t think I can do this…” To “WHEN CAN I GO AGAIN?!” 😄 This is what w...
12/04/2026

Everyone remembers their first wave 🌊

From “I don’t think I can do this…”
To “WHEN CAN I GO AGAIN?!” 😄

This is what we do at Walking on Waves 🤙

Whether you’ve never touched a board or want to level up, we’ve got you.

📍 Saunton Sands
🌊 Beginner to advanced lessons
🤙🏼 Small groups, real coaching

Get in touch or follow the links in our bio to find out more

The team spent part of this winter chasing warmer waves 🌊☀️ A couple of shots of Jack & Jimmy making the most of it… be...
10/04/2026

The team spent part of this winter chasing warmer waves 🌊☀️

A couple of shots of Jack & Jimmy making the most of it… before heading back to the colder waters at home 🥶

Good news though
Our surf school & hire shop wetsuits are cold water ready—thick, warm, and paired with boots, gloves & hoods to keep you comfortable.

No excuses… see you in the surf 🤙

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