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Beginner Bodyboarding

If you want some guaranteed fun, catching white water waves on a bodyboard then this is the session for you.

Prices from

£39 (Child £29)

Ideal for

Those wanting to try bodyboarding aged 6+

At a glance

Suitable for anyone aged 6+ who can swim 25m unaided

  • Wave Height: 0.5m (white water
  • Age Range: 6+
  • Event Level: beginner
  • session length: 1 hour

Arrive at least 60 minutes before your session begins.


Book Beginner Bodyboarding Without a Lesson

You should arrive 60 minutes before your session starts. This gives you time to walk from the carpark, check-in for your surf, collect your equipment, get changed and be ready for your Health & Safety briefing 15 minutes before your session starts.
We are sorry but we are only able to allow assistance dogs on site.


SUITABLE FOR

Ages 6+ who are able to swim 25m unaided. Children aged 6,7 and 8 must be accompanied by an adult in the water.
Those who have never experience bodyboarding, or who are looking to develop their confidence and skills in a safe environment.

GOALS

  • Catch a white water wave alone 
  • Be able to walk back to the take off point safely through the waves 
  • Catch waves using the skim technique as well as the kick technique 
  • Start to steer the bodyboard whilst riding a white wave 
  • Be able to safely finish a ride at the shore 

Who's it for?


Anyone keen to access a safe, white water environment to try bodyboarding

Those who have tried it at the coast and want to practice their skills before moving to the reef

Surf Lessons And Coaching

From Beginner Lessons to Advanced Coaching. Lessons and Coaching are delivered by our excellent experienced team of qualified coaches designed to help you learn and improve.
Coach giving instructions before starting the surf class at the Wave near Bristol

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Opening Times

Our opening times change throughout the year. We're now open 7 days a week 6am - 10:30pm
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