Newquay Bodyboard Weekends

Bodyboard Coaching Cornwall
two day event
From £219

Join British bodyboarding champs Rob Barber and Damian Prisk in Newquay

A weekend of tailored coaching, video analysis, epic waves, and unforgettable bodyboarding vibes! Perfect for all abilities, this is the ultimate bodyboarding adventure weekend.

Why choose to go bodyboarding in Newquay?

Located in the heart of Newquay, the UK’s surf capital, you’re just minutes from iconic Fistral Beach and seven stunning sandy bays, each a surf gem. With a 75% return rate on these weekends – we get results because our team devotes every waking minute to scoring the best waves, developing their knowledge of Newquay’s beach breaks.
Why bodyboard in Newquay

What to expect?

We guarantee a fun-filled weekend, ensuring you’re at the best surf spots for your ability. Grouped with like-minded riders, you’ll develop skills alongside peers. Saturday evening you can join a group meal at a favorite local spot, blending fun vibes with real progress.This weekend is about you having the best time for you!
What to expect bodyboarding in Newquay

Who's It For?

Whether you’re a total beginner or an aspiring pro, the inclusive Newquay coaching weekends offer tiered tuition, the best equipment, and expert guidance at the best spots. Nail that move and forge lasting friendships!

Cultural Secrets

Cornwall is locally known as “Kernow”, this spectacular peninsula offers stunning coastlines, golden beaches, hidden coves, wild moorlands filled with diverse wildlife and sea life just waiting to be discovered.

When To Go

All year round! Cornwall benefits from the warmest air and sea temperatures in the UK. The north coast of Cornwall is exposed to consistent Atlantic swell year-round, which means our waves are better than anywhere else in the country.

Quick Facts

Water Temperature
15°C
Wave Type
Beach Breaks
Climate
8°C
 - 
26°C
Language
English

Accommodation

Looking for accommodation when joining one of our Newquay Coaching Weekends? Stay in one of our modern ocean-view apartments in Newquay on selected weekends for Friday and Saturday night.

Your Weekend Leaders

Your coaching team comprises of local legends and multiple-time national champions, Damian Prisk and Rob Barber plus Bodyboard Holidays in-house trained expert team. The photography team are also trained to capture all of your rides and deliver high-standard land and water footage.

Rob Barber
Coach

Rob Barber is not only the founder of Bodyboard Holidays - he is also a former European and British Bodyboarding Number 1, he’s lived in Newquay all of his life and spends every day hunting the best waves. These skills will see you arrive in the best place for the best waves on a daily basis!

Damian Prisk
Coach

Based just outside Newquay, Cornwall, Damien Prisk has been bodyboarding for over 30 years. Mr Prisk has an incredible knowledge of Cornish surf breaks, wind directions, swell and tides. You don’t get as good as him without being in the right place for every swell. He’s the UK’s most successful competitor ever and he’ll share his knowledge to help you get the absolute most from bodyboarding.

What People Say

"I traveled down from Newcastle and I couldn’t believe what I was witnessing, turquoise waves like I never thought I would experience in the UK! The staff at Bodyboard Holidays were amazing. All they want is for you to enjoy your weekend with them. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced they know where the best waves will be on your weekend so any ability can boogie to their level. I cannot wait to get back down there. It was well worth the 6 hours drive."

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What People Say

"Just home from a coaching weekend in Newquay. The team at Bodyboard Holidays really go the extra mile to make this a fun and informative experience. The group and personalised feedback sessions will definitely help me progress my bodyboarding thanks to the knowledge and advice shared. Also, a great group of folks all up for a laugh and sharing the waves!"

Kennygregg

Tripadvisor

What People Say

"What a weekend, the Newquay Bodyboard Coaching Weekend was superb! Great coaching staff and Damien, Jacob and Warwick made it super fun and kept the froth levels high all weekend. The whole experience was fantastic and I can't wait to join them on another weekend. Thank you to all at Bodyboard Holidays"

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What's Included

This is a two-day bodyboarding adventure to the surf capital of the UK. A surf-stoked weekend filled with bodyboarding fun. Read on for the full info on what to expect from your epic weekend in Newquay!
  • Expert coaching from Rob Barber’s team of qualified, insured and in-house trained instructors.
  • Photo & video analysis sessions with our bodyboard photography-trained team of expert lensmen
  • Structured progression plan to see your riding move through the four levels of bodyboard riding.
  • Encouragement and feedback on every ride, paddle out and wipe-out!
  • Good times with like-minded bodyboarders.
  • Discounts on activities at Newquay Activity Centre, the Rip Curl shop and bars/cafes/eateries in Newquay. See our ‘Partners’ page for further discounts.

Seeing yourself bodyboard is a fantastic way to improve your performance. Every day you’ll watch a move-by-move breakdown of your bodyboarding session with footage both from the land and in the water.

You’ll get to take a photo and video package home with you at the end of the week too, which is a helpful tool for your on-going progress and an epic memento of your trip. It will all be uploaded to an online gallery as you go so you have access to all your best shots and videos to upload throughout the week. We love seeing your waves on social media so feel free to share them as you like and make all your friends wildly jealous!

Take a closer look

Curious about what your next adventure with Bodyboard Holidays might look like? Dive into the photos below for a glimpse into the fun and waves that await you in Newquay, Cornwall!

Travel

Organising your trip doesn’t have to be daunting. From flights to parking to the best ways to get here, we’ve got all the info to help you plan a seamless journey to your bodyboarding adventure. If you have any further queries, please get in touch!

By Car

Newquay is a 15-minute drive from the A30, which links to the M5. We’re based on Fore Street. We’ll send you detailed information before your arrival, including parking instructions and maps.

By Train

The railway station is in the town centre. If you’re travelling by train, we may be able to pick you up from the station (time-dependent). Get in touch for more details.

By Air

We’re a 20-minute drive from the airport. You can fly into Newquay from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Dublin, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Flights are available from key European cities.

Accommodation is not included in the weekend costs. Luckily you won’t need to travel too far from the waves, and there is a great selection of accommodation in the heart of Newquay.

Self-Catering Options 

Sunset Views Apartment – Pentire, Newquay

The Sunset Views apartment overlooks Pentire Headland and benefits from natural light in a spacious living area. This two-bedroom property is perfectly located close to Fistral Beach and Newquay Town Centre; ideal for a post-lesson surf or a bite to eat in the evening. Both the Gannel Estuary and Crantock Beach are within a five-minute walk too, with the coastal path or main road being accessible from the apartment.

Our luxury apartment is located on the third floor with both elevator and staircase access. There is also a spacious, open-plan kitchen diner to enjoy home-made meals after a hard day of training. There is a juliet balcony in the kitchen that enjoys morning sunshine for alfresco breakfasts too. The dining room houses a large dinner table which is a great space for working or eating while enjoying ocean views out across Fistral Beach.

In the large lounge you will find a sofa-bed, flat-screen TV, plenty of space and a private south-facing balcony. This means you will benefit from sunshine all day alongside excellent opportunities to check the surf and catch some epic sunsets.

Each of the two bedrooms have a set of twin beds, a wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside table and reading light. One has an en-suite with two hand basins, a bath, shower and toilet. There is also a separate bathroom and WC. Both bedrooms have stunning sea views for that ultimate hint of luxury.

Newquay Bay Apartment, Newquay

The second choice of accommodation is our Newquay Bay Apartment, a place where you really couldn’t get any closer to the action if you tried. This apartment is ideally located just minutes from the centre of Newquay town. With plenty of surf shops, coffee shops, independent retailers and gourmet restaurants close by, you’ll definitely get that laid-back surf vibe during your stay!

Newquay Bay Apartment is a modern, quiet, two-bedroom property that benefits from brand new fixtures and fittings due to a complete refurbishment in 2021. There is a new and modern kitchen as well as a brand new bathroom. The apartment is just a two-minute walk to Newquay Harbour where you will find one of our favourite wild swimming spots and idyllic ocean views. In the opposite direction, but just as close, you’ll find Newquay Town Centre with an abundance of coffee shops, restaurants and surf shops.

Inside the property there is a large and spacious living room/diner, comprising a sofa bed and a brand new 52” TV. There is also a sizable dining table that lends itself nicely to group meals. Alternatively, it can double up as a large work or study space to go over your course notes in the evening.

The two bedrooms are both twin rooms with zip-link beds; these can be connected together if you’re after a private double room or you’re staying with a partner. Both rooms have wardrobes, chests of drawers, bedside tables and reading lights.

The living room space benefits from four large windows that face out across Towan, Great Western and beyond – all the way to Watergate Bay on a clear day! There is also a large south-facing courtyard to the rear of the property, perfect for catching some rays or hanging wetsuits out to dry.

 

Oceanside Hotel

We run our Newquay coaching weekends from Oceanside Hotel, located just above the world-famous Fistral Beach. All bodyboard weekenders receive discounted accommodation at the Oceanside Hotel, just head over to their website and use code: BBoardHol10.

Make sure you book as soon as possible as they only have limited availability! Here you’ll have epic views of the beach, be able to check the surf while eating breakfast and have a short walk down the stairs to the meeting point!

Smarties Surf Lodge

Check out Smarties Surf Lodge and tell your wonderful host Jackie that you are a bodyboarder on our weekend and you will receive a cold beer and some cake when you check in!

Cliff House Adult-only B&B

Cliff House has stood proud with its four identical tall neighbours on Fore Street since it was built over 100 years ago. These grand iconic buildings were originally holiday homes for the gentry as Newquay established itself as a destination for the wealthy to take in the sea air at the beginning of the 20th Century. Cliff House is located in the heart of Newquay close to many great restaurants.

It has breathtaking sea views over Towan Beach which can be accessed via a footpath, just a stone’s throw from the property. Fistral Beach, one of the best surfing beaches in Britain, is less than a 10 minute walk away. Following extensive renovations, Cliff House plugs that gap between large hotels and traditional seaside guest houses. Bodyboard Holidays customers can benefit from a 10% discount when booking direct with Cliff House and using the code: BODYBOARDHOLIDAYS10

Lazy Waves Boutique B&B

Why not check out Lazy Waves who boast stunning sea views overlooking Towan Beach. Roll out of bed and right into the surf!

Both the Travel Lodge or Premier Inn in Newquay also benefit from awesome sea views.

Camping

For those of you who prefer a slightly more wild adventure, have a look at our favourite camping spot – Trethiggey Holiday Park. For the van-lifers, there are also wild camping spots in the area if you are lucky enough to find that perfect place!

If these options aren’t what you are looking for you can also browse Booking.com and Airbnb as there are countless options in the area.

Starting the Day Right

Kick off the day with an optional coastal café meet-up, where you can enjoy a morning coffee and a delicious breakfast menu while soaking in stunning sea views. It’s the perfect way to check the waves and chat with fellow bodyboarders in a relaxed atmosphere before diving into the day’s activities.

Keeping Yourself Fueled

To make the most of our time on the waves, we ask participants to bring a packed lunch for both days. Flexible lunch breaks allow us to adapt to the tides. Stay energised with snacks like fruit and nuts, and don’t forget a reusable water bottle and mug.

Saturday Evening Meal

A highlight of the weekend is the optional Saturday evening meal at one of our favourite local beachside restaurants. After a full day of bodyboarding, we’ll unwind with a relaxed dinner featuring delicious, locally sourced dishes. Cornwall’s renowned food scene, paired with good company and a chilled ambience, makes for the perfect end to the day. It’s a great chance to connect with others, share stories, and celebrate your progress. All dietary requirements are catered for.

Please note equipment is not included in the price of the weekend. Why not try before you buy and take the opportunity to hire from the wide range of kit available before you buy your own? Bodyboard Holidays customers get a discount on buying new equipment from many shops in Newquay. Hire prices are below:

Swim fins – £20 for 2 days

Board – £25 for 2 days

Wetsuit – £20 for 2 days

Socks – £8 for 2 days

Gloves – £8 for 2 days

Hood – £8 for 2 days

Gloves, Socks & Hood bundle – £20 for 2 days

 

Please let us know if you wish to hire equipment after booking.

Itinerary

Please note, sometimes we need to be flexible as some activities will be weather and condition dependent – but don’t worry, we’ll always do our very best to ensure you get the very best out of the weekend! All our surf days and suggested activities are completely optional – you can enjoy as much or as little as you desire. This is not a boot camp!

Dates and Prices

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable adventure! Check out all the available dates and the full breakdown of costs below. These spots fill up quickly, so secure yours today and don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
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March 15

March 16, 2025

Newquay Weekend

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£219
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April 5

April 6, 2025

Newquay Weekend

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£219
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June 14

June 15, 2025

Newquay Weekend

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£219
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August 30

August 31, 2025

Newquay Weekend

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£219
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September 27

September 28, 2025

Newquay Weekend

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£219
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FAQ's

Got more questions or need further information? Check out the attendee frequently asked questions below for further details on travel, equipment and any other burning questions you may have regarding this epic trip. If you still don’t see the answers you need, please get in touch, we’d love to hear from you!

We Offer 2 Easy Ways To Pay!

  1. Pay In Full – Pay the full amount in one, that’s it you’re done! (Available online)
  2. 50/50 – Pay 50% deposit and the remaining 50% 12 weeks before the trip starts. (Available online)

 

We can’t guarantee your place until we have received a payment from you.

Once you have made a payment, you’ll then be sent a trip confirmation email with all details on.

Yes definitely! We pride ourselves on being super welcoming and friendly. Most of our guests arrive solo and leave with a host of new bodyboarding buddies.

Due to this trip being in high demand and having limited spaces, we can only hold your space for up to 24 hours without payment.

Single day options are available, just select a day when you book.

Group booking discounts are available, please contact us for more information.

ASAP! These weekends fill up quickly and, with limited spaces available, sell out fast. We operate on a first come first serve basis. If you want to secure your place on the weekend, it is advised that you pay as soon as you can.

If you are based outside of the UK and would like to book or chat through the weekend details, we can be contacted through our online chat.

We have a great mix of all ages from young whipper-snappers to silver surfers.

The gender ratio at the moment is around 60% men to 40% women. However, this is constantly changing and Bodyboard Holidays is inclusive to all.

You’ll be asked to fill in an enrolment form as part of the booking process. You’ll signify which level of bodyboarder you are. You may be in a different group suited to your ability, however, there will be plenty of time to see each during our social meal. If you really want to be in the same group, just ask, we can fix it up!

We choose the time of year and location for our events based on local knowledge and historical swell data. In the event of flat waves or stormy conditions, we may move the coaching to The Wave in Bristol to guarantee waves that are appropriate for bodyboarding. There will be an additional fee to supplement the cost of this arrangement.

If a move to The Wave is not possible, we will offer alternative activities to help you get the most out of the ocean conditions. This may include Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP), Coasteering, Kayaking, or other coastal activities.

We may also adjust the format of the weekend. For example, choosing to run all of the sessions on Sunday if that’s when the waves are at their best.

Please visit our T&Cs for more information.

With decades of experience and knowledge within our team, we pick the best dates when the surf conditions are most consistent and will be most suitable for the group. We’ll send you a brief predicted forecast in the pre-weekend pack on the Wednesday before the weekend.

We chose Newquay due to the huge variety of beaches. The beautiful long sandy beaches offer peaks for all abilities, the skill is to know which is best on the tide and wind conditions that are on offer. That’s where our local guides are worth their weight in gold. We pride ourselves on having you in the right place for the best waves for your ability each weekend.

We do not offer a discount for bringing your own equipment.

Yes! This is a scenario that we are very familiar with. You can join the bodyboard weekend with us while the rest of your family enjoy Newquay. Please see our “Accommodation” section for recommendations. Book early to avoid disappointment and get the best prices.

You will be sent your pre-arrival information email on the Wednesday before the weekend. We will also send you the Saturday morning meeting time and location in the same email.

Yes, absolutely. We offer a bonus bodyboard session on Friday. Just message through our online chat to let us know that you are interested in attending this. We can deliver extra bodyboarding lessons at any time just let us know when you would like one.

Yes! There are wild camping spots in the area if you are lucky enough to find that perfect spot.

We choose our favourite coastal restaurant because of the range of great menu options that it has available. All dietary requirements are catered for.

We finish after lunch on Sunday afternoon. We often have lunch together and you can expect to leave by 3 pm. If you need to leave earlier then please let us know at the time of booking and we can make sure that your group sessions are organised so that you finish in time to get away.

Yes, we can store your bag and other belongings at the event.

We have a full range of hire equipment that we can present to you. We can also recommend the most suitable board for you to progress on but this would need to be pre-booked before the weekend. If you have reservations about your kit please let us know in advance and we can help you out.

If you are under 18, we will need to chat to you on the phone and you will need to be accompanied on the trip by a parent or guardian throughout the holiday. If you are 60 or over we’d love to chat with you about the trip before you book. Please contact us via our online chat.

After meeting on Saturday morning, we’ll split each group according to ability levels. After getting changed, we’ll take a short walk to the beach. If we decide to go mobile to a different beach, you may be asked to drive your own vehicle. This would be organised with you prior to the weekend, we car-share to reduce our environmental impact. If you don’t want to drive – no worries!

There is a pay and display car park a short walk from our meeting point. We will supply further details and costs in the pre-weekend information pack.

Yes! Several people bring their dogs on our Newquay coaching weekends. Some customers leave their dogs in their van whilst they surf.

Alternatively, we have a selection of dog-friendly care options to make sure you don’t miss out on all the fun! Get in touch via our online chat to find out more today.

There are warm outdoor showers at our partner business, The Newquay Activity Centre. If we are nearby you can use them. Perfect for a quick rinse-off.

Yes, partners are welcome to join the meal, just let us know at the welcome meeting and we will add them to our booking.

If your circumstances change and you can’t join the trip, please let us know as soon as possible via email. Your cancellation notice will start from the date we receive it.

Cancellation terms:

We hold part or full costs, depending on when you cancel:

  • If you cancel 12 weeks or more before the trip we retain 50% of the total cost
  • If you cancel with less than 12 weeks before the trip then its 100% of the total cost

Cancellation may fall under the terms and conditions of your holiday insurance policy and you may be able to claim.

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