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 21 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
Magda Cichon , July 2025
Best place to start surfing, teachers are very attentive and knowledgeable and beach spacious. Building life long memories of summer and ocean waves surfing
Natalie Flaherty , July 2025
Paul Cleary , July 2025
Absolutely brilliant experience We all had a great time, the instructor "jude" was brilliant with the kids We will definitely be back next year
Phil Harnett , July 2025
Eimear Murphy , July 2025
Jade Fountain , July 2025
Such a great family experience! Never imagined we'd have such a fantastic experience surfing in Ireland, but I highly recommend this! Great instructors. Very positive experience.
Scarlett , July 2025
The kids had a fabulous week at Aloha Surf Camp. They have told me β€œit was the best summer camp” they have ever done and they want to go back asap! Great instructor, lovely warm welcome from Ali & Co. I couldn’t recommend it highly enough. Thank you all for a memorable week.
Sarah Mc Loughlin , July 2025
Fantastic summer camp. Kids having a ball and great professional and super friendly instructors.
Katia Henn , June 2025
Leinster Lifeguard Academy , June 2025
What a great weekend Ali, Peter and Dale make it a great experience. Dale is a great instructor and was able to give selective advice depending on you level.
Petr Luksan , June 2025
We had a great time at Fanore with Aloha!
John Yoder , June 2025
My family of 7 had a great time surfing with Pete. Pete is a wonderful instructor with experience all over the world teaching people to surf. Fanore beach had perfect waves and a beautiful backdrop next to the Burren. I highly recommend this experience.
About Aloha Surf School
About Aloha Surf School

Aloha Surf School is a family run business established over 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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