The O'Neill Surf Academy Launch Day

The launch of Britain’s first permanent O’Neill Surf Academy took place on June 20th at Watergate Bay , Newquay.
British surfing Champions Sam Lamiroy, Robyn Davies, Jake Boex and many more were on the beach to perform the opening ceremony. After which, everyone hit the water for an afternoon surf, helped on by instructors and Pros alike!!!

 

The Academy instructors had a full schedule, starting with 35 kids from Newquay Junior School , and then taking the trainees from “Fifteen Cornwall” for their first session in the surf. They also took on the task of teaching the Cornish Pirates, Rugby team to surf.

As well as teaching absolute beginners, the O’Neill Surf Academy also offers advanced coaching for surfers wanting to improve, and the first pupil for opening day was actor Danny Webb. Danny who has starred in the last two episodes of Dr Who, spent two hours with Academy Director and Head Coach Patrick Sweeney, picking up tips to improve his performance. Summing the experience up afterwards Danny said:
“It was amazing. I learned loads. It makes such a difference surfing with someone who not only knows the technique, but has the ability to pass that knowledge on.”