About us

We are a family run business based in Newquay, Cornwall. We live and breathe surfing and love sharing our passion with others. We are both qualified surf instructors with up to date certificates and are highly experienced within the industry. We hand pick excellent surfing instructors to work alongside us to ensure you have the best surfing experience possible!

Wave riders surf school is the ideal destination for those who want to learn the basics of surfing and take their technique to the next level. Our experienced instructors are committed to teaching students of all skill levels the fundamentals of wave riding and ocean safety.

We strive to provide a safe and fun environment for all of our students. Whether you are a beginner looking to try something new or an advanced surfer seeking to refine your skills, Wave riders has something for everyone. Join us and experience the thrill of riding the waves.

Lifeguard qualifications

Cribbar Newquay

Seth Woolley (co-owner) surfing Newquays big wave spot cribbar

Kandui, Mentawai islands indonesia

Haydn Woolley (co-owner) surfing big perfect waves in Indonesia

Machines, Maldives islands

Ian Woolley (co-owner) and Haydn Woolley (co-owner) paddling out to the lineup past empty crytal clear perfection

Cribbar Newquay

Alternative perspective of Seth Woolley (co-owner) surfing Newquays big wave spot Cribbar

Southern Atolls Maldives

Haydn Woolley (co-owner) and Seth Woolley (co-owner) surfing perfect waves in the warm waters og the indian ocean

Cribbar Newquay

Seth Woolley (co-owner) surfing Newquays big wave spot cribbar

Kandui, Mentawai islands indonesia

Haydn Woolley (co-owner) surfing big perfect waves in Indonesia

Machines, Maldives islands

Ian Woolley (co-owner) and Haydn Woolley (co-owner) paddling out to the lineup past empty crytal clear perfection

Cribbar Newquay

Alternative perspective of Seth Woolley (co-owner) surfing Newquays big wave spot Cribbar