Guernsey Surf School

Castel·Education

About

Guernsey Surf School runs surf lessons, camps, and courses for ages 4 and above from its base at Vazon Bay in the Castel. Founded by Johnny Wallbridge, an 11-time Guernsey Surf Champion, it is staffed by qualified beach lifeguard instructors following ISA and RLSS guidelines. Wetsuits and surfboards are provided. The school operates from May to November, offering programmes from beginner lessons to advanced coaching, summer camps, SUP hire, and equipment rental.

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Kayaking, paddleboarding & surfing

Kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding and surf schools.

From their website

Paddle watersports school · Surf lessons (beginner to advanced) · Adult lessons and courses · Private lessons · Family lessons · ABC lessons · Ladies Only Sessions · Trainee Instructor Programme · September/October sessions · Weekend-only lessons · SUP hire · Surfboard hire · Wetsuit hire

Pricing & terms£40 per person

PeopleNick Hill (manager) · Johnny Wallbridge (owner) · Johnny Wallbridge (Owner) — 11x Guernsey Surf Champion · Channel Island Champion 2006 · +2 more

Youth activity classes

Organised classes and clubs for children, including arts and sports.

From their website

Sports coaching youth · Holiday club · Mini Summer Camp (ages 6-16, £165/week) · Advanced Summer Camp (ages 8-16, £270/week) · Teen Camp (ages 13-16, £270/week) · Groms' Club bodyboarding (ages 4-6, £145/week) · Half Term camps (ages 6-16, £150/week) · Junior Lifesaving · Junior Programme · GSS Academy progression programme

Quick facts

Facilities
Accessible Entrance, Accessible Parking
Industries served
Education
Payment methods
Debit Card

People6

  • Nick Hillmanager
  • Johnny Wallbridgeowner
  • Johnny Wallbridge (Owner) — 11x Guernsey Surf Champion
  • Channel Island Champion 2006
  • British Senior Champion 2015
  • Nick Hill (Manager) — also a ski instructor

From their website

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  • All Day Summer Camp (ages 8-16, £270/week)
  • Gift vouchers
  • Branded merchandise

Credentials

Memberships & accreditations

  • Visit Guernsey Member

Certifications

  • instructors are qualified Beach Lifeguards

Awards & recognition

  • Award-winning business for Leisure & Tourism

Visiting & access

Parking
Free beach parking available at Vazon Bay
Public transport
Bus routes 42, 62, 91, 92

Hours

Peak Season (July-Sep): 8:30am-5:30pm daily; Outside Peak (May-Jul, Sep-Nov): varies, enquire. Fully operational 1st May - 1st November. Shoulder months (April, November) available for small groups and private lessons.

Contact

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Address
Vazon Bay, Castel, Guernsey, GY5 7BF

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