Summer Surf Camp 2026
With over 25 years of experience, SURFMAYO runs fun, safe, and professional surf camps for kids and teens.
Our Summer Surf Camps take place weekly throughout July and August at Carrowniskey Strand, for ages 7–16.
KIDS SUMMER SURF CAMP
€95 per child (7-16 year olds)
including all gear – surfboard, wetsuits and boots.
Times & Location
Camps usually run Monday to Thursday at Carrowniskey Strand.
Start times may vary slightly to suit local tides to ensure the safest, most suitable conditions for all participants.
What to expect
Our surf camps blend learning, fun, and water safety. Whether your child is a complete beginner or already confident in the waves, they’ll progress at their own pace in a supportive environment.
Each week includes:
- Surf technique and skill development
- Water safety and ocean awareness
- Fitness and fun beach activities
- Learning about tides, conditions, and the changing Atlantic environment
Thursday Surf Competition
The highlight of the week is our friendly Thursday surf competition. It’s all about fun, confidence building, and “good craic,” not world titles!
Medals are awarded for:
- Most Improved Surfer
- Best Wipeout
- And more
Qualified & Experienced Coaches
Your child is in safe hands with our experienced team.
All SURFMAYO coaches are:
- Irish Surfing Association (ISA) approved instructors
- Qualified Beach Lifeguards
- Garda vetted
- Trained in Child Protection
Your child’s safety and enjoyment are our top priorities.
Bookings for Summer 2026
To book a place, email [email protected].
Please include:
- Child’s name and age
- Any medical information we should be aware of
- Parent/guardian contact details
Early booking is recommended as places are limited.
SURFMAYO SUMMER SURF CAMP TIMETABLE 2026
Date | Tues 29th June | Tues 30th June | Wed 1st July | Thurs 2nd July |
Summer Camp Times | 9:30am - 11:30am | 9:30am - 11:30am | 9:30am - 11:30am | 9:30am - 11:30am |
Date: | Mon 6th July | Tues 7th July | Wed 8th July | Thurs 9th July |
Summer Camp Times | 11:30am - 1:30pm | 12pm - 2pm | 9:30am - 11:30am | 9:30am - 11:30am |
Date: | Mon 13th July | Tues 14th July | Wed 15th July | Thurs 16th July |
Summer Camp Times | 9:30am - 11:30am | 9:30am - 11:30am | 9:30am - 11:30am | 9:30am - 11:30am |
Date: | Mon 20th July | Tues 21st July | Wed 22nd July | Thurs 23rd July |
Summer Camp Times | 11:30am - 1:30pm | 12pm - 2pm | 9:30am - 11:30am | 9:30am - 11:30am |
Date: | Mon 27th July | Tues 28th July | Wed 29th July | Thurs 30th July |
Summer Camp Times | 9:30am - 11:30am | 9:30am - 11:30am | 9:30am - 11:30am | 9:30am - 11:30am |
Date: | Mon 3rd August | Tues 4th August | Wed 5th August | Thurs 6th August |
Summer Camp Times | 10:30am - 12:30pm | 11am - 1pm | 11:30am - 1:30pm | 9:30am - 11:30am |
Date: | Mon 10th August | Tues 11th August | Wed 12th August | Thurs 13th August |
Summer Camp Times | 9:30am - 11:30am | 9:30am - 11:30am | 9:30am - 11:30am | 9:30am - 11:30am |
Date: | Mon 17th August | Tues 18th August | Wed 19th August | Thurs 20th August |
Summer Camp Times | 10:30am - 12:30pm | 11am - 1pm | 1:30am - 1:30pm | 12pm - 2pm |
FAQs
No — our camps are suitable for complete beginners and improvers, with small groups to ensure plenty of individual guidance.
Yes — all instructors are ISA approved, experienced, and Garda vetted, with over 25 years of coaching experience.
All equipment is provided — surfboards, 5mm wetsuits, and boots. Just bring swimwear, towel, warm clothes and sunscreen.
Yes — safety is built into every lesson.
All sessions take place in knee- to waist-deep water close to shore, with small groups (max 8 per instructor) and ISA-approved instructors in the water at all times.
Still Have Questions?
Testimonials
Charles and Elvis were so helpful and went out of their way to make sure we could hire what we needed and get a surf in on our very short trip to Westport. We really appreciated it and had a great surf!
Hannah Waters
Elvis and the team are fantastic! I was a complete beginner and after an hour I was up and flying around. Definitely get the lessons too, way better than trying to wing it. Really great value! Will be going back as soon as i can
Mathew Lenehan
Great afternoon of surfing! The setting and supervisors were really nice. In two hours, we had the necessary explanations to have fun quickly.
Guillaume Choubrac
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