Intro to Wave

Brandon Bay

7th-11th September 2025

After another successful year of windsurf clinics in Brandon Bay, I am excited to be launching my first Brandon Bay dates for Autumn 2026.

Brandon Bay is the best place you could wish for as a water-sports enthusiast. The Bay caters for all levels from first time wave sailors to veteran pros.

The Intro to Wave group is for those improver/ intermediate windsurfers that are wanting to tackle waves for the first time or to improve their confidence and technique in waves.

We cover all wave sailing basics, safely getting in and off the water in waves, getting out back through white water, kit recovery in the waves. And Also work on the flat water basics - Tacking, Gybes ect.

We will be using detailed land demos, video analysis and video comparison techniques. I will also help you to fine-tune your wave gear to the conditions we find.

Coaching runs from Monday to Friday.

Consists of 5 days windsurf coaching, entertainment and good food. We will use the most our time coaching and sailing on the water to maximise everyone's fun & learning potential.

Limited Spaces of 7 People so please book early to avoid disappointment

Can guarantee after a weeks coaching you will notice improvements in your wave sailing and getting more out of your windsurfing.

I have a good selection of gear to rent. See my rental page for more info

Off the water

On days of little wind we will still be on the water surfing, supping, foiling, Brandon Bay has beautiful conditions for surfing and foiling.

Brandon Bay also has an array of beautiful walks and hikes which I can take you on, Fishing, Golfing at Castlegregory's beachfront 9-hole course (overlooking one of my favourite windsurf spots ;-). Great cycling opportunities and sightseeing around the Dingle Peninsula.

Food & Drinks

You will have a fantastic week full of great entertainment and food. You will certainly get your fill of amazing Spillanes Guinness during the week (if this isn't your first trip to Brandon Bay, Im sure I have poured you a few pints before !!).

We will also venture to Dingle for an evening of food and live music. Plenty of chances to try out the famous Dingle Gin.

Level Requirements -

It will be helpful to have a confident water-start. Wave oriented gear such as freestyle wave board, Wave Sup or Wave board.

I am super excited for this time of the year again in Kerry. Cant wait to show you around the place I love the most and help you to elevate your windsurfing !

Kit to Bring

I would check the forecast before setting off, message me for advice. But generally, it is a safe bet to bring your float & ride gear, big board big sail and also bring your smallest high wind gear. oh and don't forget your foil.. and your surfboard .. it's going to be a full van !!

This time of year i wear a 4mm, I think its perfect, No need for hoods or boots.

How to Get Here ?

Flying

DUBLIN Airport - 3h 50min drive to Brandon bay

Dublin is the easiest airport to reach with plenty of direct flights. The drive to Kerry from Dublin is pretty straight forward down the motorway.

CORK - 2hr drive to Brandon Bay

SHANNON - 2hr drive to Brandon Bay

KERRY AIRPORT - 35 min from Brandon Bay

Fantastic airport if you can fly to here, Very close to Brandon Bay. Good connections from the UK & Europe with Ryanair.

FERRY

Best route is to take the ferry to Cork.

Either from Roscoff Bretagne or from the UK & then drive 2 hours to Brandon Bay .

Other option is to go just Dublin Port to Rosslare harbour from Cherbourg (Normandie France) or several different harbours from UK followed by a 4 hour drive West.

Belfast Port is also a possibility for those coming that way.

ACCOMMODATIon

The Lodge Besides Jamie Knox's shop will be our base camp for this clinic. We will be based on the Maharees, within walking distance of the beach and Spillane's pub. This option allows all participants to to stay together in self catering accommodation with the option to book a Private Room for 300 euro/week or a Shared room for 200 euro Per Person for a week.

There is also plenty other option in the bay if preferred, I can help you to organise accommodation and travel help if needed. Please email me with any queries.

VAN RENTAL

The camp will require moving from Spot to spot depending on the forecast, So it will be important to have (or share) your own transport.

When coming by plane the best option will be to look for a rental van (it's cheaper than car rental) at the airport.

Please find some reference pricing below for 30+ drivers:

HERTZ VAN RENTAL: (vans are cheaper than normal cars & fit 3 people)

1 week rental : Small van €250 -€300

Big Van €300 - €350

Coaching Costs

The cost of a week's clinic is 550€ per person. The clinic will be limited to seven people to give everyone plenty of individual coaching attention and camera time!

Includes a personal windsurf progression plan, all of your windsurf clips from the trip, and a collection of demo clips for you to use to learn from once you get home.