Our Team
Bae Surf School is run by a tight-knit crew of experienced local professionals who live for sharing waves, helping people fall in love with surfing and fine tuning seasoned pros.
At the helm is Oliver Hawksworth, Manager and Co-Founder—a world-travelled coach with over 30 years of experience coaching across the globe and leading some of the UK’s most successful surf programmes including The Wave- Bristol, Fistral Beach and many others. From major surf destinations to managing and coaching national-level teams such as Surfing England. Oliver brings elite-level knowledge with a gift for turning first-timers into fully-fledged wave-chasers. Calm, encouraging, and endlessly stoked, he sets the tone for every session: safe, supportive, and seriously fun.
Oliver Hawksworth
Lead Instructor
Joining him on this journey is an incredible coaching crew, including:
Elliot Barton
Instructor
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Alys Barton
Instructor
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All of our instructors are fully qualified, first-aid trained, and obsessed with good vibes. Whether you’re standing up for the first time or levelling up your technique, you’ll be coached by people who genuinely love what they do—and love seeing you succeed.
Our Family-First Philosophy
At BAE Surf School, we believe the best surfers are happy, confident, and well-supported. Everything we do is guided by four simple principles:
Safety Comes First
Clear instruction, ocean awareness, and careful supervision at every stage.
Learn at Your Own Pace
Structured, progressive coaching that helps every surfer grow—whatever their age or ability.
Fun Builds Confidence
Positive, encouraging sessions that create smiles, memories, and a lifelong love for the sea.
Supporting Every Journey
From first-timers to aspiring competitors, we help each surfer reach their personal goals.