Newquay, Cornwall, England

Escape Surf School

Escape Surf School is a surf school in Newquay, Cornwall, England.

Specialist surf-only school (no kayak, coasteering or SUP lessons) on the seaview terrace of Belushi's / St Christopher's, 35 Fore Street, overlooking Towan. Head coach Mike Young (ex-pro, BSA L4 / ISA L3); senior coach Reubin Pearce also ex-pro. ISA L1–2 coaches, RLSS. Purpose-built facilities from August 2018. Open 12 months / 7 days except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Lessons 2 hours, kit included.

Services

Group lessons & courses
Private 1:1 and 2:1
Family private
Intermediate/advanced coaching
Video analysis
Kids holiday sessions
Grom Club
Enhanced weekend
Surf & Stay
Large groups
Gift vouchers
Portugal trip

Lessons

Min age 8
Swim 50m
Group up to 8:1

Rentals

Hire after lesson for a small charge — no prices published

Camps

Enhanced weekend £285pp (18–19 Apr 2026 sold out; 25–26 Apr)
Grom Club ages 8–12
Portugal 8–15 Mar 2026

Prices

Group 2hr: 1 lesson £43 beginner / £48 intermediate, up to 6 lessons £215 / £240
Private 1:1 £105 / premium £130 / +video £175
2:1 £160/£185
Family 3/4/5 £195/£220/£250
Kids holidays 1–6 sessions £40–£200

Surf spots served

NewquayTowan Beach

When to go

Year-round except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Kids sessions Easter–October.