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Clifden, Connemara | July & August | Paid + Accommodation
If you’re a surf instructor who dreams of living and working on Ireland’s wild Atlantic coast, this could be the perfect summer for you.
My name is Clare. I grew up in Manchester, UK, but since 2003 Connemara has been my home. I built my life — and my business here because I genuinely believe this is one of the most spectacular places in the world to live and work.
I run an outdoor adventure company delivering high-quality experiences including surfing, kayak tours, coasteering, rock climbing and more. We work in breathtaking locations across Connemara, welcoming visitors from all over the world who come here for adventure, scenery and connection.
This summer, we are looking for qualified surf instructors to join our team for July and August.
What we offer:
Competitive pay
Accommodation in the heart of Clifden town
No need for your own transport
A supportive, experienced outdoor team
The chance to live and work on Ireland’s stunning west coast
Our accommodation is centrally located — walking distance to the beach, bars, restaurants, cafés and shops — while also being surrounded by mountains, beaches and wild Atlantic coastline.
Clifden is a vibrant tourist town with a strong community spirit. Many people who come for a summer end up staying much longer. It’s a place where friendships are formed quickly and the lifestyle is second to none.
You’ll need:
Recognised surf instructor qualification (or strong relevant experience)
Excellent spoken English
A positive attitude, reliability and love for the outdoors
Ability to work well within a small, energetic team
If you’re professional, enthusiastic and ready for an unforgettable summer adventure, I’d love to hear from you.
Come and be part of something special.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Teaching
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Learn about the Irish culture, and have a great time in a great town
Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Help
We are looking for a competent, qualified surf instructor to join our team.
The role involves delivering 2.5-hour surf lessons, with up to two sessions per day. You will also assist with our other activities, including coasteering, kayaking, and paddleboarding.
Requirements:
Recognised surf instructor qualification
Minimum 2-day First Aid certification
Ability to drive a long wheelbase (LWB) van
This is a paid position and includes accommodation. You’ll be based in town, within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and bars—so a personal vehicle isn’t essential.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Double ensuite bedroom in our three story town house
What else ...
Connemara is world famous for it's peaceful, surroundings and breathtaking scenery. The people here are some of the friendliest, most generous and genuine people you will ever meet and you will be sure to make life long friends
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
We have space for a motorhome. We also have an electric hook up
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
This host has been visited by a member of the Workaway team
"Working for Clare and Donal was everything I could have hoped for in a Workaway experience as a Workaway Ambassador. An amazing adventure company and lively hostel. They become like family to me, they took complete care of me while I was there, made sure I always had everything I needed, and taught me everything I needed to know about surviving in Ireland. They are by far the best craic you will ever find and will all remain close friends for many years to come."
Michael (Workaway Ambassador)
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This is all about one of our best workaway experiences in Ireland :blush::
We stayed with Donal, Dave and the rest of the team for 4 weeks and it was great fun!!
Everyone was really patient with us, which was great because it was our first time working in a bar/restaurant.
Clifden is a magical place to be: The people there… read more
This place is magical and I also believe that people make the place.
and here I found amazing people!
It was my first experience and everything exceeded my expectations.
I could only stay a month because they were going to close the bar to reform it and the season started to go down. Many of the people… read more
She's a very bubbly and sociable character and works well within a… read more
My workaway experience with Clare and Donal in Clifden changed my life!! I intended to stay for two months. What can I say, this has been in February 2016 and I am still here!!! Not a workaway anymore but living and actually working in Clares and Donals bar&restaurant! My two months as a workaway have been the most amazing workaway… read more
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This is all about one of our best workaway experiences in Ireland :blush::
We stayed with Donal, Dave and the rest of the team for 4 weeks and it was great fun!!
Everyone was really patient with us, which was great because it was our first time working in a bar/restaurant.
Clifden is a magical place to be: The people there… read more
This place is magical and I also believe that people make the place.
and here I found amazing people!
It was my first experience and everything exceeded my expectations.
I could only stay a month because they were going to close the bar to reform it and the season started to go down. Many of the people… read more
She's a very bubbly and sociable character and works well within a… read more
My workaway experience with Clare and Donal in Clifden changed my life!! I intended to stay for two months. What can I say, this has been in February 2016 and I am still here!!! Not a workaway anymore but living and actually working in Clares and Donals bar&restaurant! My two months as a workaway have been the most amazing workaway… read more
Clare and Donal are more than friendly host. We felt at home in less than two days and it was really easy to live with them.
Jobs are very easy, funny and the staff was lovely : clean the hostel, help for the lunch and the dinner in the Humpty's ( amazing restaurant ). Clifden is very lively,… read more
