Our Story

The Past, present and future

Glide Surf School, hire and shop was established in 2007 and is the lead in pioneering the unique surf scene in Norfolk from the heart of the idyllic seaside town of Cromer.

We are a family owned business with a passion to share our love for the sea and the activities we offer to all ages and abilities in a safe, fun and friendly environment.  With decades of surf experience we pride ourselves in offering outstanding customer service, expert instruction and specialist advice from our strong team of professional coaches who are all passionate surfers, paddle boarders and waterman.

We are privileged to be one of the countries accredited surf schools by our National Governing Body “Surfing England’. This means we have been recognised to attain the highest professional standards in coaching the sport of surfing and that we are committed to see the development of you as an individual as well as the growth of the sport in our country. We offer a broad range of Surf and SUP lessons to suit you or your groups needs, using high quality equipment which is also available for hire.  Our shop stocks the industries best hardware and equipment, catering for the complete beginner to the most advanced surfer.  If you are wanting to stay overnight then why not take refuge and relax in our unique accommodation, turning hours into days by the sea. 

Whether you are standing up on a board for the first time or have been traveling surfing the world’s best waves, we guarantee to have something for you.  Our assurance is that you will be always learning, progressing, and passionate about the future of your life in the water.

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