GLENBEIGH SURF FIELD GUIDE
Teen Swells on the Wild Atlantic: Five Days Surfing Rossbeigh Beach
Ages 13–18, two hours a day across five days on Rossbeigh Beach — a concise, coached surf program for beginners and intermediates along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Teen Swells on the Wild Atlantic: Five Days Surfing Rossbeigh Beach.
Rossbeigh Surf School runs a focused five-day surf camp for teens on Rossbeigh Beach, a long Atlantic-facing strand on the Ring of Kerry and Wild Atlantic Way. With qualified coaches and lifeguards, the program teaches surfing in a fun, safe environment while the nearby village life offers a taste of local culture.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Daily, Coach-Led Sessions for Mixed Ages and Levels
The camp runs two hours a day over five days, with lessons structured for mixed ages and ability levels and waist-deep water practice to build comfort before heading out on the board.
Qualified Instructors and Lifeguard Coverage
All instructors are fully qualified coaches and trained beach lifeguards; Rossbeigh Beach is a Blue Flag beach with lifeguards present.
A Friendly Village Base and Beachfront Facilities
Glenbeigh and Rossbeigh villages are known for warm welcomes; amenities including a coffee shop, bar and restaurants sit by the beach entrance, with free parking, toilets at the south-side entrance and a shower at the surf school.
What the day feels like
What the Five Days Feel Like
Mornings or afternoons are spent on the sand and in waist-deep water with patient, professional instructors who focus on safety and progression; outside class time, the beach entrance and nearby village provide practical facilities and a lively local backdrop.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this camp suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Teens should bring swimming togs (togs), a towel and a bottle of water; snacks and suncream are advised. A shower is available at the surf school after sessions.
The program runs two hours a day for five days.
Meet at Behy Bridge apt 2 Glenbeigh (Rossbeigh Co Kerry V93FC98); parking on the beach is free and toilets are at the south-side beach entrance.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages does the camp accept?
The camp is for ages 13–18.
How long is each day's lesson?
Lessons run two hours a day for five days.
Where do we meet for the camp?
The meeting point is Behy Bridge apt 2, Glenbeigh, Rossbeigh Co Kerry (V93FC98).
Do participants need to be able to swim?
Yes—participants need to know how to swim.
Are instructors qualified and is the beach supervised?
All instructors are fully qualified coaches and trained beach lifeguards; Rossbeigh is a Blue Flag beach with lifeguards present.
What facilities are available for parents and after the lesson?
Coffee shops, bars and restaurants are by the beach entrance for parents; toilets are at the south-side entrance, parking is free and a shower is located by the surf school.