northside surf school

Surf & Stand Up Paddle Lessons/Hire Amble, Warkworth, Bamburgh & More

About Me

My name is John Nolan, I'm the owner and fully qualified surfing instructor of Northside Surf School. Northside is a family run business based in Britains best voted coastal high street 2015,Amble. Located on the beautiful and picturesque Northumberland coast there is nowhere better to enjoy a fun packed day at the beach.

I have worldwide experience surfing in Australia, Easter Island, Costa Rica, Lanzarote and France. Surfing has been my passion since I bought my first surf board at the age of 20. I pride myself in delivering quality surf tuition lessons and more!

When not delivering lessons I am spending time with family and friends and of course, hitting the amazing waves the North Sea has to offer!

My Qualifications Are:

Surfing GB Coach

R.L.S.S. Beach Lifeguard

These national qualifications assure my customers they are in safe hands when out learning to surf.

SURFING NORTHUMBERLAND Here at Northside Surf School we aim to offer an experience which wont be forgotten. You can choose from one of our five beautful beaches dotted along the Northumberland Coast. whether its a 1-to-1 lesson, family/friend groups, a celebratory gathering or a course we welcome all ages and abilities to come and see for yourself what the Northumberland Coast really has to offer. All wetsuits and surf boards are provided and included in our prices, with hats and boots also available there is simply no excuse not to join in the cold yet amazing fun.

Surf Lesson agenda: Once everyone is gathered at the specific meeting point (will differ depending on beach). Wetsuit fitting. Once on the beach, a 20 Minute health and safety. Followed by a 1 Hour and 40 minute practical lesson.

All you need to bring is: Swimming costume/trunks Towel Bottle of water Packed lunch.

Group Sessions Minimum number of 3 people. Maximum number of 16 people.

Stand up paddle Boarding Northumberland Here at Northside we don't just offer surfing lessons, we offer Stand up paddle boarding lessons throughout Northumberland. You can choose from coastal tours or why not take a paddle up our local River here at Warkworth. We also have snorkeling equipment available for hire for those summer days, you won't believe how clear the North Sea can get!

From exploring the hidden bays or traveling up and around Warkworth castle, the location of your experience is completely up to you.

SUP Lesson Agenda Once everyone is gathered at the specific meeting point (will differ depending on location of SUP lesson)

Wetsuit fitting.

Once on the beach/by the river, a 20 minute health and safety talk then demonstration.

Followed 1 hour 40 minutes practical lesson in the water.

All you need to bring is: swimming costume/trunks

towel

Bottle of water

packed lunch (not necessary)

Group sessions Minimum number of 2 people

Maximum number of 7 people

Prices

Surf Lessons (group sessions) - Adults - £30 Kids - £25 This includes wetsuit, surf board, safety briefing, 1 hour 45 minutes lesson. Boots and hats also available.

Surf Lessons(one to one) - All ages £35 for 1 hour, £50 for 2 hours. Includes surf board and wetsuit.

Family Session - (2 Adults 2 Children) -

Surf- £100 2 Hours

Stand up Paddle - £135

Courses -

3 Day Course*£80 (Kids £65)

5 Day Course*£135 (Kids £110)

Surfboard and wetsuit Included

Stand-Up-Paddle Boarding

Adults - £40

Kids - £35

2.5 hours- SUP board, paddle and wetsuit included.

Mask and Snorkel Hire - £5 pp