Long Surf Weekend in Ireland

NEXT DATES:
11th to 15th March 2010 (4 days surfing)

With a never-ending stream of new wave discoveries, and an abundance of uninterrupted swell, Ireland has been hitting the surf headlines for all the right reasons in the past few years.

Our long weekend in Ireland will be based in Bundoran on the West Coast, travelling to different breaks each day to get the best from the conditions.

Just 2 days off work, super cheap flights into Belfast , this is the cheeky surf trip you can't afford to miss!

Coaching
Rob Barber and Aidan Salmon will be coaching every day supported by local guides (all also qualified lifeguards and instructors).

Coaching will be tailored to your ability and we will split the group where neccessary to ensure that everyone surfs the best waves for them. Everyone is welcome from complete beginners to experienced surfers.


Accommodation
We are staying in cottages located on a quiet complex, 5 minutes walk from Bundoran town centre and the beach. There are single, twin and double rooms available (please specify when you book).

Eating
Bundoran has a great range of pubs and restaurants to suit all tastes and budgets. Within a ten minute walk of the cottages there is a selection of extremely well priced bars and restaurants. You are also free to use the self catering facilities at the cottages.

We will supply cereals, toast, fruit, juice, tea and coffee for breakfast. Lunch is not included although you can use the facilities prepare packed lunches each day. On Saturday night we will book a table for the group to eat out together (this is optional).

Itinerary:
Our daily itinerary will be kept flexible to get the best out of the varying swell and wind forecasts. We will stay mobile to get the best conditions and use local guides.

Day 1 (Thurs 11th March 2010) - Evening arrivals via Belfast airport, 2hr drive to accommodation in Bundoran.

Day 2 (Fri 12th March 2010) - After breakfast a quick morning welcome meeting then head out to surf.

Day 3 (Sat 13th March 2010) - Rider specific coaching, continues including video analysis. Each rider will be taught as an individual to achieve personal goals through out each session. There will usually be two coaching sessions each day but this will remain flexible to get the best from the forecast i.e. the best days we will surf more, the worst days we may surf less.
Optional evening meal at Madden’s Bridge Bar.

Day 4 (Sunday 14th March 2010) - Rider specific coaching and video analysis sessions at the most suitable breaks for each rider.

Day 5 (Monday 15th March 2010) - Rider specific coaching until afternoon return to Belfast airport.

Come on your own, with your partner or with your friends. Our long weekend in Ireland for £299 per person includes:

- Airport meeting (Belfast Airport)
- 4 nights accommodation in surf cottage
- Continental breakfast every day
- Daily surf coaching and guiding
- Video analysis
- Airport departures (Belfast Airport)
- Oakley goody bag including boardies, sunnies, tees and more from the Oakley 2010 mens and womens ranges!

All you need to do is book your space with us, book a flight to Belfast and we will meet you at the airport!

To make a booking or ask us a question email info@bigfriday.com or call 0208 960 2471

Useful Information:
Flights:
The free airport transfer that we provide is to meet the following flights to and from Belfast with Ryan Air:

11th March 2010 - FR6129. Depart London Stansted 19.05 arrive Belfast 20.20.
15th March 2010 - FR6128. Depart Belfast 20.45 arrive Stansted 22.00

If you are flying from somewhere other than London just let us know and we can advise on a flight at a similar time.

Boards and Wetsuits

Rental boards and wetsuits are available if you are not bringing your own. Please let us know when you book.
A 5/3mm wetsuit is needed. If you have two then bring two as you will then have a dry suit to get into each surf! Wetsuit boots and gloves are also recommended. A thermal rash vest will help extend your time in the water.

Currency
The currency in Northern Ireland (Belfast where we land) is pounds sterling. When we go over the border into Ireland the currency is the Euro.

Documents
UK citizens do not require a visa to visit Ireland. Please check if you are traveling from elsewhere.

Baggage and Equipment
PLEASE CHECK YOUR BAGGAGE SIZE, NUMBER AND WEIGHT ALLOWANCE WITH YOUR AIRLINE.

If there are any questions we have not answered just drop us a line!

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