From white to green .. take your surfing to the next level with our Surf Sistas improver surf coaching week in Cornwall. A fun and comprehensive surf course designed specially for you by women who love to surf!
We all get in a bit of a rut with our surfing at times, still having a great time but wondering if we will ever actually step it up to the next level. If you are struggling to get out the back consistently, not sure how to turn or to duck dive, confused by swell reports, want to buy your own board but have no idea where to start, or your pop-up is a bit of a disaster.. then look no further..
Our Surf Sistas White to Green Intermediate Surf Coaching week aims to get you out of the white water and onto those elusive green waves. This 5 day course is jam packed with plenty of water time alongside understanding oceanography and swell reports, and learning about surf health and fitness.
We have spaces for a maximum of 10 students on the course and with 3 Surf Sistas instructors and our videographer/photographer on hand you will receive plenty of 1:1 instruction throughout the week as well as benefiting from the group training sessions and of course the support of your fellow Sistas!
2026 Dates:
:: EARLY BIRD BOOKING OFFER AVAILABLE NOW ::
20 -24 APRIL
18-22 MAY
25-29 MAY
1-5 JUNE
29 JUNE – 3 JULY
10-14 AUGUST
7-11 SEPTEMBER
See below for the full course lowdown and how to book:
Hours: The course hours are 9.30am – 4.30pm each day, although this will be kept flexible so that we can make the most of the conditions each day. Be prepared for dawnies and sunset sessions if it means we can catch the best waves. We run two coaching sessions per day including in-water coaching, video analysis and theory sessions. On Thursday evening there is a group meal out.
Is this course right for me? This course is targeted at those who have learnt to surf but find themselves in that white water rut. Maybe you have picked up some bad habits with your pop up, need a confidence boost to paddle out the back, want to learn to duck dive or turtle roll, or can catch green waves but need to learn to bottom turn and trim along the wave.
If you are a complete beginner we recommend that you participate in one of our Surf Sistas Surf & Yoga Weekends or our Intensive beginner week prior to the course so that you have covered the basics, can stand up in the white water waves and are ready for the next step!
This was my first solo trip and it exceeded my expectations by miles. I have never had such in-depth and attentive surf coaching before. Can’t wait to come back!
Scarlet, UK
What will I learn?
Following introductions our first water session will be all about finding out what level you are at and setting individual goals for the week.
Below is an example of what we will aim to cover during the week but the content will be tailored to your individual goals and needs.
During the week we expect to cover the following during our water sessions!
- Pop-ups
- Methods to paddle out back
- Paddle technique
- Turning (trimming & carving)
- Positioning in the line-up
- Surf Etiquette
- Catching green waves
- Angled Take-offs
Our out of water theory sessions could include the following:
- Surf Forecasting
- Etiquette
- Basic Oceanography relating to surfing
- How to read waves and positioning in the water
- Surfboard Science
- Using videos of other surfing to demonstrate and support technique and surf skills
Photo & Video Analysis
We will be using video and photographs taken of you throughout the week to help you to improve your technique. This is one of the most valuable methods to help you improve! You’ll see how you are positioned on the wave and the specific tweaks you may need to progress your technique, style and flow. You’ll also receive the photos and videos taken during the course as take homes.
For anyone that is interested there is the option to visit a local board shaper to discuss board design and how to choose the right board for you. This is a great opportunity if you are about to choose your first board or change the board you have at the moment and would like some impartial guidance.
This was my 3rd Surf sistas White to Green course and I still got so many new tips out of it! Due to the small group sizes and having same instructors all week, I got so much individualized feedback and was able to progress a lot! The instructors are very skilled and experienced and talk about many topics that aren’t often covered at other surfcamps that just try to get people to stand up on their boards as fast as possible. They also asked us what our goals were and were able to split the group into those who want to paddle out and those who want to stay further in based on the things people were working on and the size of the waves that people were comfortable surfing. The effort they put into the video analysis by filming so much footage is something I’ve never encountered at any other surfcamp. In addition to the great tips and progress during the course, the vibe of surfing with all-women crew is amazing! Can’t recommend this course enough!
Janina, Finland, 2025
Our Locations
We primarily coach at two epic beaches in Newquay; Fistral Beach and Towan Beach. Fistral beach is an exposed westerly facing beach that receives the full load of Atlantic swell. With reliable sand banks and lots of space to be had it’s one of the most consistent breaks in Cornwall, so a great surf spot to improve your surfing. Towan beach faces North and provides that all important shelter from big swells and westerly winds that can max out Fistral beach. With these differing options on our doorstep we’re well equipped to handle most conditions and will locate ourselves for the most progression friendly waves each day.
Road Trip
If the conditions for Newquay aren’t in our favour, we’ll head further afield. Using the forecasting apps and our local instructors knowledge we’ll hit the road in search of waves and go on a mini adventure! Forecasting and choosing where to surf is also something we’ll teach you during the week.
I’ve had an awesome week with Surf Sistas and would definitely recommend to anyone thinking of doing one of their courses! It’s been so much fun to meet & surf with other girls, and also just get a female perspective on what is still largely a male dominated space. Not only did I get loads of valuable feedback on my own surfing, but also came away feeling like a safer and more confident surfer in the water. I can’t wait to get back out there!
Becky, Devon
Prices & What’s Included:
Price:
£599 per person
EARLY BIRD BOOKING OFFER £499 PER PERSON (Limited number available per course until 31.12.25)
We take maximum 10 women per course and courses can book out early so secure your spot as soon as you can.
5 day course (Mon – Fri) includes:
- The course as detailed including Pizza Night (Vegan/GF/LF catered to)
- An amazing Surf Sistas goody bag
- Wetsuit rental
Optional Extras:
- Massage therapy
- Sauna Sessions
- Yoga Classes
- Surfboard Rental*
*Rental Prices for the week
Softboard or Hardboard under 8ft:
£15 / 1 Day
£65 / 5 Days
Hardboard 8ft+:
£20 / 1 Day
£80 / 5 Days
Where to Stay
There are plenty of accommodation options for all budgets in and around Newquay, from camping and hostels to Airbnbs, bed and breakfasts or spa hotels. If you need accommodation please let us know when you book and we can send you our list of recommendations. We recommend to book ahead for the best prices and options.
How to Book
To book please use the paypal link below and once we have received your payment we will email you through your booking confirmation with all the information you need about the course, what to bring, and how to find us on the Monday morning. You can pay a 50% deposit to reserve your spot and the remainder is due 4 weeks prior to the course.
Any questions that you have please email us surfsistas@gmail.com
We can’t wait to surf with you!
As a female learning to surf in a male dominated sport it was wonderful to have Gwen right there beside you in the water, coaching you, encouraging you, laughing and singing. through the fear and adrenalin, what an inspirational woman to have around.
Prue, London
Can’t make these dates? Check out our Surf & Yoga weekends or if you are comfortably paddling out to the line-up then our Intensive Progression weekends might be suitable for you.
