Learning to surf is an activity that frequently appears on bucket lists. Riding a wave, even just briefly, is exhilarating and pure fun. And with new research also showing its positive impact on our mental health, there are now even more reasons to make 2025 the year you tick surfing off the list and finally give it a go.

With perfect learning waves for every season and brilliantly supportive coaches, The Wave is the ideal place to learn to surf. And with more waves in an hour than you would get in around eight hours in the sea, you’ll find that progress is much quicker, too. 

But The Wave isn’t just for beginners. With settings suitable for improvers, right up to barrel riders, it’s the only location in England to guarantee perfect waves on demand. So, you can get your surfing fix even during those annoying flat spells. 

Nick Hounsfield, founder of The Wave in Bristol, explains, "Surfing makes me feel alive, and I wanted to share that with as many people as possible. No matter your level, being in the water and having fun feels rejuvenating. We have brought a slice of ocean inland so people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities can experience the pure joy and many health benefits surfing offers."

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Mounting research has also found that spending time in and near water is excellent for our physical and, particularly, mental well-being—this is known as blue health. Combine this with the fact that it’s a great workout that will make you grin from ear to ear, and then what's stopping you?

Take advantage of the new year sale and book by January 31st to lock in your 90-minute beginner lessons for £45 per adult. Already a surfer? Buy in this same window, and you can surf our peak periods this summer for just £49, a saving of £30. All prices include wetsuits and boards, with premium boards also available to rent for more experienced surfers.

The 180m long lake is at its heart, but The Wave is not just about surfing well as the lake there is delicious and nourishing food and drink, a surf shop, skate ramps, a children's play area, beautiful green space, and peaceful hideaways. If you want to stay a little longer, why not check into a gorgeous safari tent in The Camp at The Wave – open from Easter to October?

To find out more and book visit thewave.com