About the experience:

Your very first experience of shaping a surfboard will be a thrilling ride! Just as much as when you finally get to catch the first wave on a board shaped by your own hands….it is a unique and incredible experience.

My aim is to make your course as fun, enjoyable and informative as possible. For some this will be the start of an addictive hobby, and for many, simply a memorable once in a lifetime experience that will enable you to own and ride a board shaped by your own hands, and have a greater understanding of the boards you buy and ride. Should you decide you love shaping boards too much to stop at just one, I hope this course will give you the confidence you will need to take your new found skills and apply them in a home setting.

Shaping a surfboard is a process unique to every shaper….there are no hard and fast rules. In this course you will be learning a very hands on approach to shaping, with a strong emphasis on hand tools ( non power tools) enabling you to take it slow and really get a feel for the foam, Sculpting and carving out a refined shape that will feel just as good under your feet as it will feel in your hands….

Prices:

Prices are dependent on the length of the board.

Up to and including 6’6 : £1695

Up to and including 7’6 : £1795

Up to and including 8’6 : £1895

Up to and including 9’6 : £1995

This price covers the full cost of the finished board, all tuition and PPE.

Glassing will be in your choice of either a double (both sides) full colour resin tint, single full colour resin tint (one side) with one side clear/white, or full clear /white lamination, and will be finished to a matte satin finish.

Fins are not included in the price but can be ordered during your course at a discounted rate.

You board will be glassed and ready to ride a maximum of 8 weeks after your course.

Duration:

Everyone who attends the course will learn and work at a different pace, so although start times for the day are set, we may finish slightly earlier or later than expected…..flexibility is all part and parcel of surfboard shaping! I will be by your side the whole time to guide you and answer all your questions….or lend a hand if you feel apprehensive about any aspect of the process. You’ll also have to time to take notes and ask plenty of questions.

The course will run over a weekend, starting at 9 am on the Saturday morning. Will we start with a hot drink and chat about your surfing and the board you will be shaping and run through health & safety and the waiver form.

Over the course of day one we will talk design fundamentals , introduce you to the tools and the blank you will shape into your board, discuss your design , and begin shaping! We will stop for a tea break mid morning if required, and lunch around 1pm so bring plenty of food …. You’ll be surprised how much energy you use! Hot drinks and biscuits will be provided. Depending on how much gets done, we will aim to wrap things up around 4 pm, but please allow until 5 pm if you are making plans for the evening.

Sunday will start at 10am with the aim of finishing the day by 4 pm. On Sunday you will get straight on with shaping, and once again we will stop for a late morning break if required and lunch.

By the end of the day your board will be finished and you can stand back, brush of the dust and admire your efforts.

Booking terms and conditions.

Please read this carefully as it contains important information about the course, booking conditions and payment. By placing a deposit and making a booking you are agreeing to these terms and conditions.

How to Book :

Please arrange your date directly with Ellie prior to placing a deposit. Once your date is arranged a £250 deposit is due via BACS to secure your place. You will have a cooling off period of 14 days to cancel after placing your deposit, after this point your deposit is non - refundable, however you will be able to change your date if required……see below!...

The remaining balance will be due 6 weeks before your course date.

Date changes:

If you need to change your date prior to the 6 weeks leading up to your course please get in touch to arrange another date, you can change your date a maximum of one time for free up to 6 weeks before your course date, but any subsequent changes will incur a 10% postponement fee.

Any changes to dates within 6 weeks of your course date will also incur a 10% postponement fee.

When changing your course dates you have one year from your original course date to complete the course.

If in the unlikely event that your course has to be cancelled by me you will receive the option of having a full refund of any amount paid or the chance to move your dates plus a 10% discount.

What to bring:

I will providing all PPE including coveralls to go over your clothing. It’s recommended to wear Sturdy robust foot wear, preferably boots if you have them and some old clothes. I also recommend a Cap or hat for warmth and keeping dust out your hair, and long hair must be tied back for practical and safety reasons.

If you’d like to the very most of your course then bring a pad and pen for note taking.

I will be providing hot drinks and biscuits but if you have specific needs please feel free to bring your own.

Where:

The workshop is located in the village of Swimbridge ( EX32 0PL) about ten minutes drive from Barnstaple. It’s a small village without amenities other than one pub. So as Lunch and snacks won’t be provided it is strongly advisable to come prepared with your own food for the day!

Essential to know:

This course is for over 16’s only. Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult, for the duration of the course, who agrees to sign the waiver on behalf of the minor.

You will be asked to sign and agree to undertake this course at your own risk.

Thanks for reading, and if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact Ellie on 07514818760 or email millersurfboards@live.co.uk