Who we are
Who are we?
A great group of surfers all got together and realised we have something special. We wanted to grow this spirit locally here in the United Kingdom and globally.
We all agreed that through our club experiences, we have met and continue to meet close friends that share the same ideals, passions and of course, we surf a heck of a lot more through being a part of the club.
London Surfing Club consists of a growing number of keen kind spirited surfers who want to surf more, share the journey and save on all the resources it takes to surf as much as possible.
We consist of surfers of all genders and skill levels with drivers and passengers looking to plan trips locally and globally, enjoy social events and have as much fun as possible. We even have our own private app that offers surf forecasting, trip planning, event planning and the ability to connect with members in the safest way possible.
Many of our experienced members love to share their knowledge with new members of all surfing skill levels. Our spirit is to keep the stoke alive in and out of the water. If we are not surfing, we are supporting each other as a community, through outdoor meet-ups, social events and fitness activities like skating or wakeboarding.
Surfers can be nomads. We all move around and sometimes we move further from the ocean. We need a way to connect and get back to the ocean to surf more! If you want a plan a trip on a whim or at a future time you have the community and technology to do so.
Currently, many of us are Londoners dashing to the Cornwall coast, the North East, abroad and anywhere possible when the surf conditions are right. We are growing our membership in the United Kingdom and around the world.
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How We Use and Protect Your Data
At London Surfing Club, we respect your privacy.
Any personal information you provide to us through contact forms, membership enquiries, event registrations, or direct communications is used solely for the purpose of:
- Responding to your enquiries.
- Helping you participate in club activities, events, trips, and community communications.
- Providing updates, announcements, and information relevant to the club.
- Improving the experience and safety of our members and community.
We Do Not Sell Your Data
London Surfing Club does not sell, rent, trade, license, or otherwise share your personal information with third parties for advertising, marketing, or commercial purposes.
We will never use your personal information for purposes unrelated to the operation of the club and the services we provide to our members and community.
Limited Sharing
We only share personal information when required by law, to protect the safety of our members, or where necessary to provide a service you have specifically requested.
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