An educational & active day at the sea
An educational beach program full of teamwork and fun.
Upgrade your PE lesson to the beach! We offer safe and challenging surf lessons and beach activities for all levels. Students learn about the power of the sea, teamwork, and perseverance.
from € 12.00 per student
Prefer to call? Contact our crew by phone
CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS
All our instructors are certified and hold a lifeguard diploma.
CHANGING ROOMS & WARM SHOWERS
Every lesson includes a private warm shower and protected changing rooms.
FREE LOCKERS
Use a free locker to store your belongings. Bring your own lock.
OPEN 365 DAYS A YEAR
Hart Beach is open 365 days a year!
Sports day at the beach
Are you looking for an unforgettable day for your class? Trade the gym for the beach and the surf! At Hart Beach, we organize a sports day where teamwork, pushing boundaries, and especially a lot of fun are central.
Gym class by the sea
Hart Beach is a surf school with over 50 years of experience in teaching children, teenagers, and adults. We offer beach and water activities all year round.
Facilities
Our location is fully equipped to make your day at the beach enjoyable, active and smooth.
✔️ Separate changing rooms and toilets
✔️ Storage space for clothes and bags
✔️ Lockers for valuables
✔️ Restaurant with terrace
✔️ Option for a healthy lunch
Surf program
Prices per child
✔️ 1 hour: € 12.00
✔️ 1.5 hours: € 12.50
✔️ 2 hours: € 15.00
In this program, students receive structured lessons over a 4-week block. The curriculum is designed to ensure that students ultimately gain significantly more knowledge and skills in and of surfing. Should there be no waves, it will be decided in consultation with the instructor to go stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), longboarding, or to reschedule the lesson.
Program
SURF LESSON 1
1. Independently catch a wave in the water and stand up
2. Brake and dismount safely
3. Participate in the surf lesson safely
SURF LESSON 2
1. Account for currents and stay in the correct position in the water
2. Surf straight to the beach
3. Account for surf rules and safety in the water
SURF LESSON 3
1. Independently find a safe surf spot
2. Go through waves by pushing through and/or turtle roll
3. Basic reading of unbroken waves
4. Steering, bottom turn, surfing down the line
SURF LESSON 4
1. Paddle out to the right spot and get through the break
2. Catch unbroken waves and surf down the line left and right
Other beach activities
In addition to our specialty of surfing, we also offer skateboarding, powerkiting, Expedition Hart Beach, and beach/foot volleyball during sports days and school trips.
To complete the experience, these activities can be combined with food, and we are happy to discuss the possibilities.
Would you like more information or a quote? Book using the button below or contact us by phone or email.
Prefer to call? Contact our crew by phone
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a swimming certificate mandatory for participating in a surf lesson at Hart Beach?
Yes, to participate in a surfing or SUP lesson, you must have a swimming certificate.
How do I log in to my surf school account?
For the surf school, we use a different system than the webshop. Click on this link to log in if you have surfed with us before.
Where are you located and where can I park?
Hart Beach Surfschool is located on Scheveningen beach, on the north side of the pier at the southern end of the Boulevard. Address: Strandweg 3B, 2586 JK Scheveningen.
There is a Q-Park to be found on Strandweg.
On sunny days and weekends, it can be busy. For an up-to-date overview of parking options, we refer you to The Hague's parking information.
Until what time can I surf and what time do you close?
Hart Beach is open 365 days a year, from 8:30 AM until sunset. This means you can rent equipment from us up to one hour before sunset. On very good days, we sometimes open earlier; you can find this information on our Instagram and in our WhatsApp community.
How do I know if the class is going ahead?
Lessons are dependent on the waves and the weather. We always confirm all lessons one day in advance via email. If you have any doubts, please contact us at 070-3502591 or surfschool@hartbeach.nl.
Are you open in winter as well?
Indeed - we are open 365 days a year! In fact, in winter, the waves are often better and more beautiful than in summer. No excuse to stay home!
Are the lockers free?
The lockers are free if you bring your own lock. If you don't have a lock, you can buy one at the counter for €5.00.
Do you have showers and changing rooms? Can I use these even if I bring my own equipment?
We have changing rooms with showers and lockers. These are primarily intended for guests of the surf school and the restaurant. Do you have your own surf equipment? Then enjoy a snack or drink at our restaurant – that way you'll also be one of our guests! 😊
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CHANGING ROOMS & WARM SHOWERS
Every lesson includes a private warm shower and protected changing rooms.
FREE LOCKERS
Use a free locker to store your belongings. Bring your own lock.
OPEN 365 DAYS A YEAR
Hart Beach is open 365 days a year!
CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS
All our instructors are certified and hold a lifeguard diploma.