Aloha surf school

Surfing On the wild atlantic way

Welcome to Aloha Surf School

Located in the heart of The Burren, Aloha Surf School runs surf lessons at Fanore Beach, Co. Clare, Ireland. Nestled within the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Geopark on the Wild Atlantic Way. Surfing with us allows you to escape the crowds and really enjoy a unique surfing experience.

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Our School
Our School
Aloha Surf School in Fanore, Co.Clare, offers personalised surf lessons with experienced instructors on one of the most beautiful surf beaches in Ireland. Join our welcoming community for an unforgettable and exciting wave riding experience.
Rent your equipment

Rent your equipment

If you’ve already done a few lessons or have some surf experience then you can rent whatever gear you need to hit the water. We have a selection of surf boards and body boards for every level.

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Enjoy a unique surfing adventure

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Surfing with us at Aloha Surf School you’ll find a supportive and encouraging environment where you can build confidence in the water, develop new skills, and make lifelong memories

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The Aloha Difference
Decades of expertise
Decades of expertise

Established in 2004, this year we celebrate 20 years of spreading the stoke of surfing. Safe to say we know how to deliver an unforgettable surf experience.

Outstanding Location
Outstanding Location

In the heart of The Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Geopark. Learn to surf on one of the most beautiful surfing beaches on the Wild Atlantic Way.

Bespoke Coaching
Bespoke Coaching

We specialise in personal, hands on coaching. Our groups are kept small so that everyone receives our experienced Surf Instructors personalised coaching and assistance.

What Our Customers Have To Say

5.0
NBDublin , August 2021
Our children (aged 11,13 & 14) had a lesson with Sarah this week. They have had lessons all over Ireland and Cornwall and said it was the best lesson and most fun they have ever had surfing (even saw Dolphins). Ali was so friendly and helpful when booking and on the day. We will definitely be back to Aloha Surf School. Highly recommend for all ages for lessons or rentals
Liam S , July 2021
I went surfing with Aloha in July 2021, and we surfed for 3 days with the school at Fanore. Sarah and Jude were just fantastic, as well as Ali and the rest of the staff that worked there. There were tips galore, as well as general conversation about whatever was going on that day, that really made the experience fun. If you have never surfed before, never fear; these lads will teach you to get up on the board in no time! We hired all our gear from them over the three days, and everything was in such good condition. They are very focused on keeping everyone safe, all ages, so even young children can enjoy the waves. I am already looking forward to coming back next year, because 3 days really was not enough! (I am convinced that even going to Aloha daily for a month straight would still see me rearing for more!)

It’s simple really; if you are looking to go surfing somewhere, or enjoy a lovely beach, this is the place to be. End of story! :)

- Liam Smyth
kayla9 , July 2021
The lessons were fully booked on our trip to Fanore but through the lovely Alli we rented a body board and surf boards for 2 hours.(So much so we returned the following day!) Our 3 girls had surfed before when we lived in Sligo 3 years ago but were back in action within minutes on this beautiful safe beach... (Recommend booties...jellyfish alert!) ..Alli is a gem ,there is a shower by the beach, a lifeguard from 2pm, good tide information and plenty of people around, functional toilets and decent parking...will we return? Hell yes! Highly recommend, and see you again in October! Many many thanks, we had a ball x
Richard M , August 2020
Great fun. Three teens and an adult spent a couple of hours surfing on Fanore beach. It was an excellent experience. Friendly, knowledgeable and patient staff and instructor. Highly recommend. My three teenagers loved it.
Ailish H , July 2020
My daughter's took part in surf camp age 8 and 10. I cannot recommend Aloha highly enough. Peter not only taught them the practicalities of surfing but also the safety aspects like how to recognize a rip tide etc. My girls couldn't wait to get to camp everyday and couldn't believe it when the day finished as they were having so much fun the time flew. The staff really took Covid precautions seriously which was so reassuring. We will definitely be back
Roger , July 2020
My self and my 2 kids really enjoyed our first but definitely not last surf lesson with the guys at aloha. They were so helpful and Encouraging. During this very strange time that we find ourselves living in right now, it really was so good to see that we all can still go out and have so much fun while Still having to follow all the new guidelines. So Thank you for a really good day.
SiodaDublin , September 2017
Brought my nephews 9&10 for a lesson. Had our own wetsuits etc but were strongly advised by Ali to use theirs. Good move as the gear provided is of such good quality. Have been involved in water sports myself forever but never saw an instructor get all his pupils standing on their boards on the very first lesson. Impressive stuff Tom !!! My boys were clamouring for another lesson before they finished their first!! Of course we went again and we're delighted once again. Well done Aloha for making our holiday 🏄🏄🏄🏄🏄
jkdavies2013 , August 2016
A small group of us went for surfing lessons with Tom from Aloha Surf School, an extra activity during a yoga retreat in the Burren. I have never surfed before but love the sea; they were very helpful about finding a wetsuit that fitted my figure. Once on the amazing Fanore beach, we had lessons on the sand about how to control a surfboard, then a practice, then more lessons & practices.
I am unlikely to be a professional surfer but had the best time. Tom took care of the different abilities of the group and really helped everyone feel comfortable with the waves and the surfing. A really excellent few hours!
Caroline K , August 2014
Looking for something to do with my 3 children (13, 11 and 8) while staying in County Clare this summer we decided to try surfing with the Aloha Surf School. They surfed everyday and had a fantastic time. It made our holiday! The instructors made the first lessons of surfing very fun and now hopefully they will have a lifetime sport. All we needed was swimming gear and a towel, surf school supplied everything else including a hot shower afterwards. Pete and Ali are great and provide a very friendly, efficient well run surf school. We look forward to our trip back to Fanore next summer for more fun times at Aloha Surf Schhol.
About Aloha Surf School
About Aloha Surf School

Aloha Surf School is a family run business established 20 years ago back in 2004. Motivated by a deep love of the sport and the ocean, Pete brings over 30 years of surfing and lifeguarding experience to the running of their activities. Backed up running the Surf School by his wife Ali whose background is as a Doctor, you can rest assured with their extensive expertise that you’re in safe and experienced hands.

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