Surfing Weekend

Chris007

I'm looking to go for a weekend surfing package in one of the surf schools in either Bundoran or Lahinch. As a complete novice i have no idea which is better surf wise? Also in the Summer months does either experience better weather? (or does it rain in both? ) Any recommendations would be much appreciated.

runman

I would recomend bundoran surf co in donegal.Great lessons and nice accomodation. probably better conditions up there during summer months than in lahinch.

OldGuysRule

Contact Ben at Bens Surf Clinic in Lahinch. Will sort you out
www.benssurfclinic.com/

Chris007

runman wrote: »

I would recomend bundoran surf co in donegal.Great lessons and nice accomodation. probably better conditions up there during summer months than in lahinch.

Thanks, any place in particular you would recommend? Was looking at Turf n' Surf

CRenegade

I've always gone to the Bundoran Surf Co. when up around Bundoran area. Really friendly staff and a decent surf lodge. Ive been a few times to their shop/surf lodge over the years.

Wopp

Chris007 wrote: »

Thanks, any place in particular you would recommend? Was looking at Turf n' Surf

I always go up with surf n turf, they have a van to drop you to the beach if you dont have a car and they rent all the equipment you'll need! They can give you all the advice you need and they're out most nights for a pint afterwards too!!:)

But iv heard great things about both places...you wont go wrong wither way!

have a good one!

kodute

Wopp wrote: »

I always go up with surf n turf, they have a van to drop you to the beach if you dont have a car and they rent all the equipment you'll need! They can give you all the advice you need and they're out most nights for a pint afterwards too!!:)

But iv heard great things about both places...you wont go wrong wither way!

have a good one!

+1 on turf n' surf, sound guys.

From what I see and heard, Ben's surf clinic may offer better instruction that lahinch surf school. Definitely smaller groups anyway

rodento

I say bens surf clinic, clare is absolutely gorgeous in the summer:D

spaceHopper

Fundoran goes a bit nuts in July when the marching season starts up north

rodento

You also have to ask yourself, where would you rather be...

Tullan or Lahinch:D

Chris007

Wopp wrote: »

I always go up with surf n turf, they have a van to drop you to the beach if you dont have a car and they rent all the equipment you'll need! They can give you all the advice you need and they're out most nights for a pint afterwards too!!:)

But iv heard great things about both places...you wont go wrong wither way!

have a good one!

Thanks for all the feedback everyone!
What is the accomodation like in turfn'surf?

Wopp

Chris007 wrote: »

Thanks for all the feedback everyone!
What is the accomodation like in turfn'surf?

really good, the staff are amazing! they always have some sort of night out and good crack to be around! The rooms are normal for a hostel, iv listed what they offer on there website if its any help:

All ensuite rooms
Linen and towels provided
Breakfast included (continental style)
TV in all rooms
Chill out room with view of Donegal Bay
Free WiFi and Internet access
Free parking
Lock up facilities for sports gear
Surf board stores & wet room facilities
Changing rooms and showers for surfer or other activities
Local knowledge of hill walks & treks
Luggage storage
Local tourism knowledge
We will book ahead for you
Pick up from bus/ train/ airport can be organised
Friendly traveled staff

Chris007

Wopp wrote: »

really good, the staff are amazing! they always have some sort of night out and good crack to be around! The rooms are normal for a hostel, iv listed what they offer on there website if its any help:

All ensuite rooms
Linen and towels provided
Breakfast included (continental style)
TV in all rooms
Chill out room with view of Donegal Bay
Free WiFi and Internet access
Free parking
Lock up facilities for sports gear
Surf board stores & wet room facilities
Changing rooms and showers for surfer or other activities
Local knowledge of hill walks & treks
Luggage storage
Local tourism knowledge
We will book ahead for you
Pick up from bus/ train/ airport can be organised
Friendly traveled staff

Have you tried Turf n' Surf in Strandhill by any chance?

Wopp

Chris007 wrote: »

Have you tried Turf n' Surf in Strandhill by any chance?

is that not the same one?

Chris007

Wopp wrote: »

is that not the same one?

There is one in Strandhill and one in Bundoran?

dub89

Id def recommend Bundoran surf co. I went 2months ago as a beginner and found all staff extremely helpful. The instructors are great and teach ya really well. Not too expensive and the location is great. Have a look at their website!

Dont be suprised if ye get hooked:)

rich1874

I was in Bundoran in August for a few days and i'd definitely reccommend it for anyone starting out. The instructors in surf n turf are really helpful and I think it was 35 euro for a full lesson including the board and wetsuit which is really great value. I think we got about 2 hours out on the water and they bus you down to the beach and back. And you will get addicted:), also i'm heading down to Lahinch next weekend, it'd do well to top Bundoran I bloody tell you.

derra_121

Just back from a weekend in Lahinch the Lahinch surf school (John McCarthy school) was excellent very friendly... Everyone in lahinch in general were very friendly would very highly reccommend

Raffeal

Was surfing up in Bundoran last weekend and was surprised to see a class out, think it was the Bundoran surf co. fair play to them. Cold but great conditions.

I've gone to the adventure centre in bundoran years ago as well as schools in lahinch, for beginners I'd say they're much the same.

Which town or county would you prefer to be in, and where's the surf going to be are probably more appropriate questions