Adaptive surf sessions

Surfing shaped around you, in the water at Bude

One-to-one and small group sessions with qualified adaptive coaches, built for surfers with disabilities, neurodiversity and mental health conditions — and the people who support them.

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How a session works

Every session is shaped around the surfer, not the other way round

We meet you on the beach, talk through what you need, and adapt the kit, the coaching and the pace to suit. Adaptive boards, trained volunteers, and a stretch of Bude coast that knows us well. You bring the willingness; we'll handle the rest.

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Sessions that meet you where you are

Ways to book with AdSurf

Every session is built around the person in the water. We talk first, plan together, then head to the beach with the kit, coaches and volunteers to match. Sessions run from Summerleaze and Crooklets in Bude.

1:1 adaptive sessions

One surfer, a lead coach and water support. Best if it's your first time, or you need close hands-on assistance in and out of the water.

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Small group sessions

Two to four surfers with a coaching team. Good for friends, families or peer groups who want to share the session and the stoke.

Book a group

Family & carer sessions

Bring the people who usually bring you. Carers, siblings and parents can join the session or watch from the beach — whichever works.

Plan a family session

Referral & group bookings

We work with schools, charities and support services across Cornwall. Get in touch and we'll build a session around your group.

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Ways to ride the waves with AdSurf

No wave is the same and no surfer rides in the same way. We'll help you find the one that's right for you.

Solo Board Surfing

A great way to experience everything surfing has to offer. Solo riding can be prone, kneeling, or standing up — perfect for anyone who can self-support on a board.
Seated Board Surfing

Our seated board is a fantastic way to experience surfing for those less able to self-support. The mounted seat is super comfy on a stable 11'6 board.
Prone Surfing

Get closer to the action! Using our FLOWT prone boards with built-in handles, chest riser and leg support — ride with added confidence.
Tandem Kneeling

Epic fun! Get the rush of riding a wave with a coach right there on the board with you. Lay prone or kneel — whatever suits you best.
Tandem Standing

For those who love the feeling of standing, a coach shares the board and the expertise — so you can ride a wave to your feet together, safely.

Our team

The people in the water with you

Every AdSurf session is run by qualified adaptive surf coaches and supported by trained volunteers from the Bude surf community. We plan each session around the person in the water — their goals, their access needs, the day's conditions — and we don't put anyone in the sea until they're ready.

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Ajay

Instructor

Ajay is our youngest instructor starting his surfing career as a grom with a neighbouring surf school before getting his lifeguard and coaching award. He is currently studying his passion of photography at Falmouth University and joins us over the summer to coach and photograph some of our sessions. Ajay may be our youngest instructor, but his water knowledge and immense work ethic speak volumes. He is an incredibly kind and hard working member of the team always striving to learn more.
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Bodhi

Head Coach

Bodhi is our senior instructor. He has been part of the AdSurf team since the start and continues to be an incredibly valued member of the team. He started his coaching career at a neighbouring surf school as a teenager before helping out and eventually transitioning to work fully with AdSurf. Bodhi is a massively enthusiastic person with an active passion for seeing other people thrive. He is always curious and loves to engage in other peoples interests and passions.
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Harry

Instructor

Harry has been involved in adaptive surfing for years coaching originally with Cyril at another surf school. He has a wealth of knowledge within surfing running various progression groups and assisting with adaptive surf sessions for over 6 years. Harry likes to keep himself busy and runs various sessions for AdSurf when he’s not off on adventures elsewhere. He has been part of the team since the start and always brings energy and fun to his sessions.
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Kate

Instructor

Kate started her surfing journey in 2023 at the age of 46 with local ladies surf club Sirens. From there she took to volunteering with AdSurf before becoming a fully qualified instructor shortly after. As a teacher of 20+ years she has a wealth of knowledge and an eagerness to see others progress. Kate has achieved a massive amount in a short space of time and is a valued part of the team. She is a huge part of the local surf community constantly giving back both here with AdSurf and at the surfing club where her journey began.
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Phoenix

Instructor

Phoenix has become a primary feature of the AdSurf coaching team. He has a wealth of in-water experience and knowledge being a keen surfer himself, often seen getting out from a free surf before the day begins. Phoenix has worked closely with Cyril on the AdSurf Para development group often taking competitive athletes out in demanding surf. He loves challenging himself and has a passion for adding thrill and enjoyment for the surfer to all of his sessions.
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Cyril

Beach manager and Adaptive Lead

Cyril is our Adaptive Lead, Beach Manager and one of the founders of AdSurf. As our Adaptive Lead and BM he is responsible for the day to day running of AdSurf sessions as well training the team and advancing the equipment we use. Cyril has been involved in adaptive surfing for over 9 years as well as being part of the English Para coaching team competing at the European and World championships. He is incredibly passionate about inclusion and loves a challenge
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Stu

Instructor

Stu is a pillar of AdSurf and a crucial part of the team. Having retired to Cornwall 4 years ago his aim was to focus on his surfing after teaching his kids to surf 17 years ago. Not long after moving here Stu started volunteering for AdSurf and then decided to make the leap to fully qualified instructor. Stu loves sport and thrives within the adaptive surfing community. He is constantly giving time to others and has an unwavering commitment to accessibility making him a valued part of both the volunteer and coaching team.