DESCRIPTION
The EBO Surf School has been rated British Surfing Associaition (BSA) Level 4, the highest rating a school registered with the National Governing Body that can be achieved.

With every surf session we teach the basic safety skills, so with all of our knowledge, we can ensure that you will be guaranteed to have a great time. All of the surf instructors are qualified beach lifeguards and British Surfing Association surf coaches.

As well as providing high quality wetsuits, a selection of soft surfboards are available for the beginner. We also have mini-malls, short boards and long boards for the intermediate, or experienced surfer. Intermediate and advanced clients can also receive coaching using their own equipment to improve their technique.

Below are the different types of programmes that we offer. Please contact us for more info.

EBO SURFING LESSON LEVEL 0 – INTRODUCTION TO SURFING

• Introduction to surfing equipment


• Basic warming up and stretching exercises for surfers


• Surf Paddling techniques


• Standing up and surfing broken waves


• The “duck-dive” or “eskimo-roll” in all surf conditions

EBO SURFING LESSON LEVEL 1 – BEGINNER TO IMPROVER SURFING PROGRAMME

• Advanced ocean knowledge


• Advanced warming up and stretching exercises for surfers


• Surfing green and broken waves (wave approach)


• Initiation to take off, drop, bottom turn and trimming

EBO SURFING LESSON LEVEL 2 – ADVANCED SURFING

• Personal lesson tailoring


• Advanced wave approach


• Intro and development of basic surf maneuvers and other advanced surfing techniques


• Priority surfing techniques


• Body preparation for surfers - physical (anaerobic, aerobic) fitness and yoga


• Video support

EBO LEVEL 3 – COMPETITION SURFING

• Surfing Competition rules and surfing regulations


• Applications of competition surfing techniques and surfing strategy


• Video support and surfing analyses


• Advanced biomechanics of turns


• Advanced physical and psychological preparation


• Pre-season and event personal training

EBO SURF SCHOOL LOCATIONS

Cornwall
EBO lessons in Cornwall are run from our Cornish surf school on the on the outskirts of Newquay, at Holywell Bay, Cornwall.

Devon
EBO lessons in Devon are run from Croyde or Westward Ho in Devon.

Wales
Lessons in Wales are run from many locations including Freshwater West.

International programmes and trips
If you wish to travel further afield to Indo, Aus, South Africa, or the USA, Europe, please contact a member of the EBO Team.

LATEST EBO SURF NEWS
January 2008 - EBO sponsor Duncan Scott and wish him the best in his Tow Surf competition in the Canaries.

December 2007 - EBO sponsor Jonny Friar and assist him with his ambition of becoming the UK No1 professional surfer.

March 2007 - EBO have supported Duncan Scott in his attempt to break the world record for riding a wave for the longest duration. Our Jet ski and ‘SA Andy’ are on site offering support to Duncan during his attempt.

January 2007 - EBO and Adams Surfboards have teamed up to bring together the experience of the EBO Surf School and the cutting edge designs of one of the top shapers in the UK.ÜTogether EBO and Adams sponsor some of the best talent within UK surfing. Oli Adams, Dan 'Mole' Joel and many other top surfers benefit from our support.

EBO believe in investing in the future of the sport. If you are a young talented 'gromme' who wishes to become a professional contact us and see how we can help you.

Whether you are a beginner or want to turn professional, please contact EBO.

EBO also offer BSA Level 1 and 2 Instructor Courses and NARS Lifeguard Programmes

BSA SURF INSTRUCTOR AND NARS COURSES
EBO Adventure Offers BSA Level 1 and 2 Surf Instructor Courses that will allow you to teach beginners the basics of surfing. The awards are valid for 3 years. Below is some more info on the BSA Surf Coach Programme.

BSA Surf Coach Programme

The BSA Surfing Coach Accreditation Scheme is structured to train and accredit surf coaches at various levels right up to professional contest coach. It also allows high standards to be maintained throughout all BSA approved surf schools throughout the UK.

The BSA encourages Surf Coaches to expand their knowledge and experience by attending coaching courses run by other organisations such as the National Coaching Foundation (NCF) and NARS lifesaving courses run by the Surf Life Saving Association (SLSA).

Each of the BSA Surf Coach Awards is valid for 3 years and there is a detailed syllabus (and course manual) for each of the 3 Levels and for the Trainer / Assessor's Award.

NARS Lifesaving Courses

EBO is accredited to teach the NARS Beach Lifeguard courses.

The National Aquatic Rescue Standard Beach Lifeguard Award (NARS BL) is an intensive six day course, comprised of five full days of training and one full day of examination, to gain an internationally recognized vocational qualification. Valid for three years, the NaRS BL award is a test of the student’s personal fitness; practical lifeguard skills and knowledge; rescue skills; life support and first aid.

The course is designed to run over a minimum of 40 hours, plus completion of worksheets in non-course time. Candidates must also, as pre-requisites of the course, be able to complete a timed swim of 400m in 7 minutes and 30 seconds and a 200m run in 40 seconds. Courses are suitable for all those aged 16 years and above and qualifications are valid for 36 months.

Please contact us for more info.