Help NWSC CIC Survive & Thrive!

Total raised £2,740

£20,000 target 33 days left
13% 74 supporters

Help more women and girls to access the ocean and develop long lasting skills and build confidence with Newquay Women's Surf Club CIC

Who are NWSC CIC? 

Newquay Women’s Surf Club CIC was founded in March 2020 by 3 local surfers with a passion for bringing the community together, empowering women to get into the sea and sharing the stoke! This trio of wonderful women set about creating  a community focused, not for profit inclusive surf club in the heart of Newquay, Cornwall. Newquay Women's Surf Club CIC is a Surfing England accredited surf club.

NWSC strives to provide affordable and accessible surf coaching for women and girls in Newquay and the surrounding area. NWSC seeks to increase the participation of young women in regular sporting activity and encourage statistically less active groups (women ,mums, girls)  to take part in sport. We also offer subsidised activities for low income families. 

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Our emphasis is on fun and creating an inclusive community of confident, sea savvy women, that build each other up and inspire others to get involved in social, outdoor physical activity.

NWSC aims to:

  • Promote surfing for women in a safe and inclusive environment
  • Encourage women to stay active and participate in surfing regularly
  • Provide affordable regular access to surfing
  • Build participants ocean knowledge with regular education opportunities
  • Create a community of supportive connections through social events
  • Empower and educate the next generation of ocean loving surf girls through the Little Ladies Surf program

What is The Little Ladies Surf Program?

Little Ladies is a weekly Surf Club for Girl’s Age 7 - 16

 We don’t just teach surfing we aim to inspire young women to regularly participate in social, physical and outdoor activity. Building a community of confident, healthy and happy surfing women, no matter their age, ability or experience.

All equipment is provided making the sessions inclusive to all. Whether you are a complete beginner or regular ocean dweller, NWSC have fully qualified coaches on hand to help to get you started and progress your skills. 

Little Ladies surf club runs twice weekly  throughout the season enabling as many participants as possible to take part in sessions. Run in small groups, split by age and ability, all our accredited female surf instructors are fully DBS checked.

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Community Sponsorship Programs

NWSC provide funded places for girls and women on low income via the Community Little Ladies Sponsorship Program for girls age 7-16  and our Community programme for women. These programs provide Lessons, access to a community of like minded women and support for those who would not usually be able to access the sea. Ensuring our impact is reached by those most in need. 

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Why are we Crowdfunding?

This Crowdfunding campaign will help us raise the money needed to continue to deliver impact within our community. We are looking to raise a total of £20,000 

We're really excited that Sport England have agreed to support our Crowdfunding campaign with a £10,000 pledge IF we can raise £10,000 from a minimum of 100 supporters from our Crowd! 

Raising £20,000 will enable us to do the following:

Purchase equipment:

NWSC is in need of new equipment to be able to reach more young girls and women and to continue to provide sessions to members of the community. We want to ensure that we can provide equipment to all those attending sessions in order to remain as financially inclusive and accessible as possible. 

Provide more subsidised places:

We are looking to increase the amount of subsidised places for both the Women's Surf Club and the Little Ladies Surf Club. 

We provide free funded places for girls and women on a low income via the Community Little Ladies Sponsorship Program Girls Age 7-16 and our Community programme for women. These programs provide surf lessons, access to a community of likeminded women and girls as well as support for those who would not usually be able to access the sea. We work with partner referral organisations to ensure that our impact is reached by those most in need. 

Fund further training opportunities:

We also want to increase the amount of women taking part in industry training and aim to do this via providing subsidised accredited training courses. This will lead to better representation within the surf industry ultimately encouraging more women to participate in surfing overall. Each year NWSC supports women to access accredited training courses. These are partially or fully funded by the Surf Club. Courses include:

ISA Level 1 Surf Coaching

Surf coach: progression

National Surf Coach Lifesaving Award (NSCLA), 

National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification (NVBLQ)

Successful course participants have the opportunity to go on to find paid employment within the Surf Industry with many choosing to become surf coaches with NWSC. 

Find our forever home:

Since 2020 NWSC has had a various temporary bases. We are incredibly grateful to the local surf shops/ hotels and fellow surf schools for allowing us to rent space in order to store equipment and  provide a safe space for our participants to change and store belongings. The downside has been the uncertainty of how long we can use these facilities throughout the season and the increasing cost of renting having a potential impact on the affordability of our sessions for participants. We always want to ensure that the cost of taking part in our Surf Club sessions are kept as low as possible and so we have made the decision to try and find a permanent base for Newquay Women's Surf Club. Somewhere that we can build our own identity. Somewhere to call home!

Community impact

Newquay is a tourist hotspot in North Cornwall. It’s picturesque coastline and wealth of surfing beaches make it a haven for holiday makers throughout the summer months. Newquay is however an area of high levels of disparity. Lack of employment opportunities, unaffordable housing and the rise in the cost of living are a few of the challenges faced by residents of Newquay and the surrounding area. Many postcodes within Newquay score between 1 and 3 on the National Index of Multiple Deprivation. Despite their proximity to the ocean, some Newquay residents and those from surrounding areas have little or no access to the ocean and surfing. Due to financial constraints, no access to affordable travel and lack of ocean skills/ swimming ability these members of the community have limited opportunity to enjoy the ocean on their doorstep.

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Taking part in sport and in particular those that take place within Blue Spaces have been shown to improve both physical and mental wellbeing. According to study conducted by mental health charity Mind, Around a third of adults and young people said their mental health has got much worse since March 2020.

During the pandemic between 128 - 267 local women and 27 - 44 young girls regularly surfed with NWSC. Current  active NWSC membership numbers are 246 women, 62 Little ladies as well as 4 (subsidised) community Little ladies.

Surfing, as a sport, offers a unique blend of physical activity, exposure to nature, and a supportive community. Surfing helps to improve fitness, reduces social isolation and promotes mental well-being. Surfing also requires a high level of focus and mindfulness. This can help individuals develop resilience and cope better with the challenges they face both in and out of the water. By participating in the club's activities, women not only improve their physical fitness but also develop resilience and coping mechanisms, contributing to a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Read more about how to Surf your way to better health - Improve your mind and body with surfing (Surfing England)

Rewards

We have some amazing rewards on offer from our wonderful community. Simply click the "select reward" button under the reward(s) that you fancy and we'll sort the rest - go on treat yourself!

Here's a look at some of the great things you can get for yourself or as the season of gift giving is fast approaching, maybe treat someone else. 

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Find out more info on the March 2025 Devon Rd trip here

How you can play your part

There are four simple ways to help us reach our target, and make this project a reality.

1. Make a pledge. Don’t delay if you’re going to support us because momentum is key to our success!

2. Spread the word. Share our project on your social media pages and tell the world to get behind us! The more people we reach, the more support we will get.

3. Offer rewards. Get involved if you are a local business by donating things we can offer to our supporters. We will give you a shout out!

4. Fundraise for us. If you want to run your own fundraiser – maybe a sponsored activity or similar – use the 'become a fundraiser' button at the top of the page. Setting up your own page only takes a few minutes and you won’t need any bank details. Just a fun idea!

5. Follow us on socials

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Rewards

This project offers rewards in return for your donation. Please select a reward below.

£5 or more

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Crowdfunder party ticket

Grab yourself a ticket to the best party in town. NWSC are throwing a party for all our amazing Crowdfunder supporters. Claim this reward to secure your ticket and watch this space for more details. Location and date TBC

£3 or more

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NWSC car sticker

Pimp your ride with a Newquay Women's Surf Club sticker.

£12 or more

Taster session - Women's Surf Club

Always fancied giving surfing a go but not felt confident to? Join our supportive group of NWSC members and instructors for a fun packed session and come and give it a try. All equipment included. Dates TBC (dependant on tides and swell)

£12 or more

Taster session - Little Ladies Surf Club

This one is for the groms!..... Open to ages 7-16 years Has the small person in your life always fancied giving surfing a go but not felt confident to? Claim this reward to sign them up for a session with our supportive group of NWSC members and instructors for a fun packed session. All equipment included. Dates TBC (dependant on tides and swell)

£15 or more

1 of 30 claimed

Totes Amazing! NWSC Tote bag

Bag yourself a stylish NWSC tote bag to carry your surf goodies.

£20 or more

14 of 20 claimed

NWSC limited edition T-shirt

Grab yourself a limited edition Newquay Women's Surf Club Crowdfunder legend tee.

£20 or more

2 of 50 claimed

Discounted NWSC membership

Join the club Save £5 on NWSC membership

£30 or more

0 of 1 claimed

A4 Limited Edition Naomi Jenkins Seascape Print

Naomi Jenkins is an award winning artist living on the stunning north coast of Cornwall. Naomi's surroundings have inspired a number of seascape paintings, each featuring a scene from around Cornwall. This reward can be posted - please provide delivery address at checkout Take a look at Naomi Jenkins Art: www.naomijenkinart.com

£36 or more

0 of 1 claimed

Back and Shoulder Massage RRP £45

A great gift for the ocean dweller in your life (or a treat for yourself). Just what you need to soothe those muscles after all that paddling. Back and shoulder massage from Liz Miller Sports Massage Therapy based in Perranporth. Instagram @lizm_sports_massage_therapy

£40 or more

5 of 10 claimed

NWSC Premium Zip Hoodie RRP £50 colour = MINT

Perfect for warming up after a winter surf! Save £10! Chunky, warm zip front hoodie with NWSC logo printed in large on the back and small on the front left - see example pic under rewards section on the bottom of the page.

£40 or more

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NWSC Premium Zip Hoodie RRP £50 colour = BURGUNDY

Perfect for warming up after a winter surf! Save £10! Chunky, warm zip front hoodie with NWSC logo printed in large on the back and small on the front left - see example pic under rewards section on the bottom of the page.

£40 or more

1 of 10 claimed

NWSC Premium Zip Hoodie RRP £50 colour = BLACK

Perfect for warming up after a winter surf! Save £10! Chunky, warm zip front hoodie with NWSC logo printed in large on the back and small on the front left - see example pic under rewards section on the bottom of the page.

£48 or more

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Harriet Fouracres Mobile Massage Therapy RRP £60

Choose from Massage: Sports, Holistic or facial uplift with the wonderful Harriet Fouracres Mobile Massage Therapy - available within the Padstow and Constantine area. What better way than to treat yourself this winter than with a massage in the comfort of your own home.

£170 or more

0 of 1 claimed

Cornwall Laser Hair removal voucher worth £210

Grab yourself a bargain. A £210 voucher for Cornwall Laser Hair Removal. This is equivalent to 6 x underarm hair removal sessions. Can be used towards any laser hair removal treatments at www.cornwalllaserhairremoval.co.uk Voucher valid for 1 year

£200 or more

3 of 7 claimed

NWSC Members Devon Rd Trip - March

NWSC CLUB MEMBERS ONLY The NWSC Rd trips are the highlight of the club calendar. You won't want to miss out on a place on the Devon Rd trip March 28th - 31st 2025. A weekend of surf, smiles and shenanigans with the most amazing group of women. Accommodation Included Find out more: https://my.newquaysurfclub.co.uk

£230 or more

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Life Coaching Sessions RRP £270

Set of 3 Life Coaching Sessions with Believe in Life Change. The founder, Mel, is a trauma aware holistic life coach and mindfulness & yoga teacher who is passionate about sharing these wonderful tools to support people Save £40 by claiming this reward! Valid for 6 months

£250 or more

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Voucher for Gather & Glide surf weekend RRP £27

Fancy learning to surf or maybe a progressing your surfing under the expert coaching of Gather and Glide surf academy. Spend a weekend honing your skills in Newquay, Cornwall with a "Feel Good" course from Gather & Glide. Receive a voucher worth £279 to use towards the course of your choice. www.gatherandglide.com

£5 or more

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Halloween Surf on Sun 27th Oct - Members price

Come along to the annual Halloween Fancy Dress Surf. Hit the surf in your spookiest outfit with NWSC on Sunday 27th Oct! Little Ladies club members (7-16yrs) =10am start. NWSC Club members = 10.30am start. After a spooktacular surf we will head for a Roast Dinner All equipment can be provided if needed

£30 or more

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£40 Sisters of the Sea voucher

Treat yourself to a new addition to your winter wardrobe with this £40 voucher from Sisters of the Sea. Check out their gorgeous collection of clothing and accessories inspired by and created for amazing women https://sistersoftheseauk.com

£45 or more

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1hr luxury facial at Isabelle Medical Skin Clinic

After a salty sea session what better way to pamper yourself than with a 1hr luxury facial from our friends at Isabelle Medical Skin Clinic worth £60. You will be in safe hands with the wonderful Clare who is an expert in all things 'Derma' and a registered nurse This would also make a lovely gift for the sea goddess in your life. Voucher valid for 1 year @Isabelleskinclinic

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