INTERMEDIATE SURF LESSONS

What is an intermediate surf lesson?

One of the hardest parts of surfing is the transition from white water to unbroken “green” waves, so the intermediate surf lessons are designed to introduce paddling out back and catching green waves. These lessons run at a lower coach-to-student ratio allowing for more individual coaching during the session.

During the 2-hour surf lesson, we will focus on paddling techniques to get out back, reading waves, dropping in on unbroken waves, Tracking left and right, and surf etiquette.

Intermediate group lessons are only available during school holidays and some weekends. However, we do offer other lesson options for intermediate surfers.

-Private surf lessons

-White water to green wave weekend

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INCLUDED

Available to you on every intermediate surf lesson

  • Expert Coaching: Our enthusiastic surf coaches are here to provide expert guidance, helping you progress and enhance your surfing skills.

  • Equipment: Everything you need is included in your lesson, and if you’re having a blast, feel free to extend the fun all day long.

  • Changing Rooms & Showers: With convenient changing rooms at the beach, getting ready is a breeze. After catching waves, enjoy the on-site hot showers.

  • Secure Storage: We have secure storage for your belongings meaning you can bring everything for your beach day.

  • Location, Location, Location: Nestled right on Fistral Beach, we’re the only surf school with this prime spot. That means less time traveling and more time surfing – just a quick stroll to the water’s edge with all the gear you need.

  • Discounted Hire: Love the gear from your lesson? Enjoy discounted rates if you want to keep the fun going with extended equipment use after your lesson.

Who is an intermediate surf lesson suitable for?

  • Able to lay on your board and paddle effectively

  • Participants must be 12 years and above

  • Popping up quickly and efficently

  • Able to distribute weight and turn in white water

What’s covered on an intermediate surf lesson

  • Positioning while lying on your board, for effective paddling

  • Different paddle out techniques for varying conditions

  • Reading waves and identifying take off positions.

  • Paddling into a wave and initiating a bottom turn or angle take-off.

Looking for something different? 

Here are some other improver – intermediate options

Improver Group Surf Lesson

  • 2-hour progressive lesson in the white water
  • Perfecting skills learned in the beginner lesson
  • Suitable for 8 years and older
  • Building wave knowledge and confidence

Private Surf Lessons

  • Suitable for all abilities
  • Completely tailored lessons to your ability
  • 2 hours including use of all equipment
  • Maximised learning time due to a low ratio

White To Green Waves Weekend

  • A weekend focused on improving technique
  • Catching unbroken waves
  • Tracking across the face of the wave
  • Video analysis & lots of feedback

At Fistral Beach Surf School, your team is full of passionate surfers looking to help progress your surf knowledge and abilities. Led by our expert coaching team, which includes a former national champion and seasoned competitors, as well as passionate coaches with the highest ISA Level 2 coaching accreditation, you’ll receive top-notch instruction towards your surfing journey.

We are open all year round, so there is no need to wait for the perfect wave. Rain or shine, you can count on us to provide an exciting and safe surfing experience. Plus, we offer a huge selection of top-quality equipment, ensuring you have everything you need for a successful session in the water.

Our spot is unbeatable. It is located on the stunning Fistral Beach, known for its consistent waves and breathtaking views.

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FAQS

Q. When do I know it’s time to move to an intermediate lesson?

A. If you can do everything on the requirements list above then you are ready to paddle out the back, if you have any doubts chat to one of our team and they can advise you on which lesson would best suit your current ability.

Q. What do you class as an “Intermediate” level?

A. Intermediate probably encompasses the largest criteria for surfing, so to simplify what we mean when we say it is anyone ready and able to start taking unbroken waves and learn to take off at the angle or bottom turn.

Q. Are the Intermediate surf lessons just on foam boards?

A. No, we have an excellent range of hard surfboards available to use. Your instructor will recommend some board options after an initial chat at the shop. However, we would recommend using one of our performance foam boards while first learning to navigate unbroken waves and paddling out back.

Q. What is the next step from the Intermediate surf lesson?

A. There are a few options from here which are;

  1. Continue with more intermediate lessons as there is a huge amount to learn in these lessons.
  2. Take a private lesson, this allows the lesson to be fully bespoke to your needs.
  3. Hire the board and perfect all the points you have just learnt during your lesson.