Fin McCool Surf School & Shop - Rossnowlagh

Fin McCool Surf School & Shop - Rossnowlagh Fin McCool Surf School is based in Rossnowlagh, Co.Donegal on the north-west coast of Ireland.

Fin McCool Surf School is located mere footsteps from a 2km long slice of sandy paradise and is THE Premier Rossnowlagh Surf School. At our fabulous beachfront location, we provide a friendly introduction to Surfing, Surf Rentals, an enticing Beach Boutique, on-site budget accommodation or just drop in for a cup of tea and some expert local advice.

Lest we forget...... that some waves were actually caught!
19/09/2026

Lest we forget....
.. that some waves were actually caught!

18/09/2026

🌊 Fin McCool Friday Forecast: Vol. 25 🏄‍♂️

The Atlantic autumn machine is cranking up, but timing is everything this week! We have a messy start to the weekend, but a proper swell window is opening up just in time for Sunday and blasting right through next week! 🤙

✅ The Swell: Saturday is getting battered by strong, blustery onshores—a bit too blown out to enjoy! But hold tight, because a fresh, clean 3ft to 5ft+ Atlantic swell cleans right up on Sunday and keeps delivering classic, firing waves all through Monday and the coming week.
✅ The Wind: Saturday is a write-off with strong, messy winds, but Sunday brings a sweet shift back to lighter breezes, clearing the faces for smooth, glassier lines. 💎
The Verdict: Write off Saturday, but Sunday, Monday, and next week are looking absolute prime time! If you want clean, consistent green waves or want to lock in a lesson while the swell is firing, the upcoming week is the one to hit.

Catch the swell window: Spaces for Sunday and weekday sessions are open now. Hit the link to lock your board and wetsuit in before the swell lands!

🔗 Link in bio to book! 📍 Rossnowlagh, Co. Donegal

04/09/2026

🌊 Fin McCool Friday Forecast: Vol. 23 🏄‍♂️

What a weekend we have lined up for Rossnowlagh! The beach is set to be buzzing with action, incredible events, and some cracking waves dropping in right when we need them! 🤙

✅ The Swell: Saturday starts off a bit quiet, but a tidy, clean swell builds right into Saturday afternoon! Expect a super fun 3ft+ wave with plenty of shape and wall to ride.
✅ The Wind: Moderate cross-offshores keeping those Saturday afternoon faces super smooth and clean—absolute prime conditions for getting out there! 💎 ✅

🏆 HUGE WEEKEND ON THE BEACH: Rossnowlagh is the place to be this weekend! We are thrilled to welcome two massive events to our shore:

🏊‍♂️ European Youth Lifesaving Championships: Europe's top young ocean athletes are competing right here on the sand and surf!

💙 Liquid Therapy Open: The incredible crew at Liquid Therapy are running their open event, bringing community, inclusion, and stoked vibes to the water all weekend long!

The Verdict: Saturday afternoon is the absolute gold-standard window to surf! Come catch the epic competition action on the beach, soak up the atmosphere, and jump in for a session while conditions are firing.

Grab your weekend spot: With the beach buzzing, lesson spaces and rental kit are booking up fast! Hit the link to lock yours in before hitting the sand!

🔗 Link in bio to book! 📍 Rossnowlagh, Co. Donegal

28/08/2026

🌊 Fin McCool Friday Forecast: Vol. 22 🏄‍♂️

The Atlantic is keeping things pretty chill as we wrap up August! If you’re heading down to Rossnowlagh this Saturday and Sunday, expect a mellow, relaxed weekend on the water. 🤙

✅ The Swell: We are looking at flat to small conditions, with a gentle 1ft to 1.5ft micro-swell trickling through. Soft, clean, and slow—great for a gentle splash around, but definitely lacking power for riding! ✅
The Wind: Gentle light breezes keeping the water nice and smooth all weekend long. 💎 ✅

The Verdict: While the waves are on the small side for surf lessons, it is still a fantastic weekend to head down, soak up the fresh sea air, and enjoy the beach!

Shop is Open All Weekend! Our shop is open both Saturday and Sunday! Drop in to pick up beach gear, wetsuits, accessories, or grab one of our 20-Year Anniversary Tees before they sell out! 👕🍦

🔗 Link in bio to check out the shop & gear availability! 📍 Rossnowlagh, Co. Donegal

21/08/2026

🌊 Fin McCool Friday Forecast: Vol. 20 🏄‍♂️
The Atlantic is playing hard to get this weekend! Unfortunately, the swell chart has taken a dip, and waves are looking pretty small right across the board for Saturday and Sunday. 🤙
✅ The Swell: Small and mellow! We are looking at a tiny 1ft to 1.5ft micro-swell rolling through. Great for dipping a toe in, but definitely on the weaker side for riding!
✅ The Wind: Gentle offshore breezes keeping the water glassy, smooth, and beautiful—even if there isn't much power behind the waves. 💎
The Verdict: While it’s not a big swell weekend, it’s still a fantastic time to get down to Rossnowlagh, enjoy the beach, and soak up the coast.
Shop is Open All Weekend!
Our shop is fully open both Saturday and Sunday! Drop in to pick up beach hardware, wetsuits, accessories, or grab one of our 20-Year Anniversary Tees before they sell out! 👕🍦
🔗 Link in bio to check out the shop & gear availability!
📍 Rossnowlagh, Co. Donegal

24/07/2026

🌊 **Fin McCool Friday Forecast: Vol. 18** 🏄‍♂️
Farewell flat days, the Atlantic is officially back in business! 🌊 After a quiet spell, we are stoked to welcome the return of consistent waves rolling straight into Rossnowlagh all weekend long. Here is your essential lowdown:
✅ **The Swell:** Waves are back! We are looking at a very reliable **3ft to 4ft** Atlantic swell with plenty of juice to get you gliding all the way into the beach.
✅ **The Wind:** Gentle, light onshore breezes keeping the wave faces neat, tidy, and super user-friendly. 🏖️
🏄‍♂️ **THE VERDICT:** Conditions are **10/10 for our Beginner Group Lessons** this Saturday and Sunday. If you’ve been waiting for the surf to pick back up to get in the water or work on your pop-ups, this is your window!
☀️ **AFTERNOON KIDS SURF CAMPS NEXT WEEK:**
Looking ahead to next week, we have **spaces available for our Afternoon Kids Surf Camps!** If the morning slots didn't fit your schedule, our afternoon camps are the perfect way to get the crew out into the ocean for a week of surf, fun, and wave safety.
**Book your spot:**
Weekend group lessons and next week's afternoon camp spaces are up on the site now!
🔗 **Link in bio to book!**
📍 **Rossnowlagh, Co. Donegal**
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17/07/2026

🌊 **Fin McCool Friday Forecast: Vol. 17** 🏄‍♂️
We have been absolutely spoiled lately! The recent weather has been nothing short of spectacular—gorgeous blue skies, cracking sunshine, and pure summer vibes all over Rossnowlagh beach. ☀️🍦
The only catch? While the sun has been turning it on, the Atlantic has completely turned it off...
✅ **The Swell:** It is looking like an absolute lake out there. We are down to **flat, tiny 0.5ft ripples** this weekend, and looking ahead at the charts, this micro-swell is unfortunately set to stick around for the foreseeable future.
✅ **The Wind:** Beautiful, light sea breezes. Brilliant for keeping the beach pleasant, but there's just no power behind it to kick up any surf.
⚠️ **THE VERDICT:** Because it's completely flat now and going forward, **we will not be running Beginner Group Lessons** this weekend.
**But don't panic—the beach is still calling!**
It is the ultimate weekend for a swim, a paddle, or just soaking up the sun on the sand. Plus, **our surf shop is open all weekend long!** Come escape the heat, check out our new summer stock, or grab one of our brand-new **20-Year Anniversary Tees** while we wait for the swell to return. 👕😎
📍 Rossnowlagh, Co. Donegal
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10/07/2026

🌊 **Fin McCool Friday Forecast: Vol. 16** 🏄‍♂️
We have a slightly different schedule for you this weekend, along with a massive milestone to celebrate! Here is your essential lowdown for Rossnowlagh:
⚠️ **SATURDAY CLOSURE:**
Please note that we are **completely closed on Saturday 11th July** as the annual Orange Parade takes place here in Rossnowlagh. There will be no lessons, rentals, or shop access on Saturday, and traffic around the beach will be very busy!
✅ **THE SURF (Sunday):**
Once the weekend settles down, **Sunday is looking beautiful!** We have a clean, user-friendly **2.5ft to 3.5ft** summer swell with light winds. Conditions will be absolutely ideal for catching waves!
👕 **20-YEAR ANNIVERSARY TEE!**
Can you believe it? Fin McCool Surf School is celebrating **20 years** of rolling on the waves at Rossnowlagh! To mark the milestone, we’ve just launched a brand-new, limited-edition anniversary t-shirt. They are fresh in stock and available in the shop from Sunday—drop in and grab yours before they're gone! 🎉
🚀 **KIDS SUMMER CAMPS UPDATE:**
Following a massive opening week, next week's Kids Summer Surf Camp is nearly full! We have **just a few places left** for the crew starting this Monday. If you want your kids locked in for a week of surf, sun, and ocean safety, this is your final warning to grab a spot! ⏰
**The Verdict:** Take Saturday off, celebrate 20 years of surf with us on Sunday, and let's get the kids ready for another epic week of camp!
🔗 **Link in bio to book Sunday lessons & snag the last camp spots!**
📍 **Rossnowlagh, Co. Donegal**

Address

Rossnowlagh Beach
Rossnowlagh
F94XW01

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+353868049909

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