ABOUT OUR INSTRUCTORS!
Simon Nicholson
Simon was the 2000 US Pro Tour Champ! Yes, it was ages ago but he still bangs on about it all the time. Jokes aside... Simon has worked with some of the top kids in pro surfing, and is the English team manager for the ISA World Junior Champs in May 2024.
What he really loves is seeing someone get hooked for the first time. He hopes to give back as much as he can to a sport that has defined his life.
Tom Sherrin
Tom has been working as a surf instructor, surf hire expert for nearly 7 years at Downend.
Hes a natural athlete with a beautiful mullet. Ex pro skier and moto x madman... Tom has been instructing extreme sports for over 10 years, from the mountains to the sea, and the mud inbetween!
Always smiling and happy to help.
ISA Accredited Instructor.
Royal Life Saving Society Accredited Surf Lifeguard.
Finn Gamblin
A gentleman and a shredder!
Finn is a qualified RNLI Lifeguard and budding pro surfer who will be competeing on the World Qualifying Series in 2025.
Finn will have you up and riding in no time.
ISA Accredited Instructor.
Royal Life Saving Society Accredited Surf Lifeguard.
Charlie Unsworth
If you have ever surfed Croyde, you will recognise Charlie, half man , half fish, this kid spends as much time in the water as he does on land.
Also planning an attack on the world longboard tour, super talented and equally friendly, we are so stoked to have Charlie full time for the holiday season 2025!
ISA Accredited Instructor.
Royal Life Saving Society Accredited Surf Lifeguard.
ABOUT OUR LOCATION
DOWNEND CAR PARK
What a location! Situated on the green grassy hill of Downend point, the southern side of Croyde Bay, Downend Parking is the best spot you could be!
With the Beach Cafe's world class food, incredible views and protection from the southerly winds, you can enjoy a sundowner watching the sun set over the Atlantic Ocean after a day of surfing!
The Beach Cafe
Waz and Collette have been serving up the best food in a few thousand miles for the last few years! If its a bap loaded with everything or a legit Sri Lankan Curry, The Beach Cafe has it!
Fully Licenced Bar
no better place for a sundowner