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North Devon surf school
Surf lessons Saunton Sands
Walking on Waves
Walking on Waves is a North Devon surf school based at Saunton Sands, founded on a passion for surfing, coaching, and sharing the best of the local coastline. With over 20 years of experience delivering surf lessons to all ages and abilities, we’ve helped thousands of
We keep our surf lessons small, with a maximum 6 surfers per instructor, so everyone gets more time, more feedback, and more waves. Smaller groups mean safer sessions, faster progression, and a more relaxed experience in the water — especially for beginners.
Walking on Waves was founded in 2003 by Sarah Whiteley, a British and European surf champion who competed at national and international level. After years of competition and coaching, Sarah set out to create a surf school focused on quality instruction, safety, and genuine progression.
The surf school began simply — operating from a white Sherpa van with a small selection of boards and wetsuits. As demand for surf lessons at Saunton Sands grew, Walking on Waves expanded in 2008 with a dedicated beach-side storage unit, allowing lessons to run more efficiently and consistently.