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Discovery
Surf School provides professional coaching for all
ages and levels, from absolute beginners to experienced surfers.
With an emphasis on quality coaching in small groups, to provide
plenty of tuition, also specialising in on-going coaching to
improve quickly.
All
equipment is supplied, we have a wide range of surfboards including
beginner boards (soft and buoyant), and intermediate boards
(soft top and mini-mals) and smaller kids boards.
An
extensive range of wetsuits for summer, winter, men, women and
kids.
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Discovery
Surf School is run by Martin Connolly. Martin is a top rated
British surfer and experienced BSA coach and lifeguard; working
several seasons on local and Australian beaches.
Discovery
Surf School coaches are all highly experinced
BSA surf coaches, first aiders, beach lifeguards and very experinced
with local surf/beaches.
Surf Lessons/courses are in groups with other pupils of the
same level. The maximun ratio of coaches to pupils in the water
is 1 to 6. School/youth groups 1 to 8 max.
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| Martin
in Hawaii Dec 04 |
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About
Bigbury on-Sea
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View
from Burgh Island over looking Bigbury on-Sea, River Avon and
Bantham.
Bigbury
on-Sea located in the South Hams is part of South Devon's 'Area
of Outstanding Natural Beauty'. A 60 mile stretch of wild and
rugged coastline, secretive estuaries and the tranquillity are
what define the South
Devon AONB.
For a comprehensive beach and transport guide for the area
click here.
Sunset
over Burgh Island
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The
award winning Venus Company Cafe is located on
the beach front at Bigbury on-sea, specialising in locally produced
organic food. The coache's favourites are the freshly baked organic
baguettes and a post surf hot chocolate.
 Click
logo for link
"Each food product is critically tested to ensure it
meets our high standards and to the best of our knowledge all
our products are GM free
We are dedicated to constantly improving our service, products
and increasing the use of the most environmentally friendly products
to protect our naturally beautiful environment." (Venus
Company)
"Provider
of the best alfresco Mediterranean style dining experience in
a UK beach setting whilst integrating environmental & social
care into every business decision." (Citation
by the Queen's Awards Office 2005).
Other
facilites at Bigbury on-Sea: Beach shop, Outdoor Shower,
Toilets, Sea Tractor across to Island, Pichard Inn (on Burgh Island),
Bay Cafe and 1920's style art deco Burgh Island Hotel.
See
accommodation
page for places to stay.
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Discovery
Surf School was established in 2002, based in Plymouth. Lessons
are available all year round, and cater for all ages and abilities.
Discovery
Surf School has proven popular for all ages with locals, tourists,
Hen & Stag parties, corporate groups, schools and students
alike.
There has been a steady increase in the number of girl and women
pupils – now regularly out numbering guys in a group!
Just 30minutes from Salcombe
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| Winter
surf lesson - Bigbury Dec 04 |
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| Discovery
Surf School operates all year round |
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Martin
Connolly
Discovery Surf School,4 Belle Vue Rise,
Hooe, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 9QD
07813 639 622
martin@discoverysurf.com
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