As predicted, it rained continuously all day. Skies were
dark, the wind was up and the sea looked rough as we approached Fistral beach
this morning. In spite of this, everyone donned wetsuits and set off along the
cliffs for coasteering. Commitment to this activity was impressive: many
conquered their fears of heights and the sea to clamber up the rocks. A hearty lunch at Rick Steins restaurant was waiting afterwards, washed
down with many hot chocolates.
The afternoon surfing was hard going but exciting, with
waves as high as 8 ft. Almost everyone attempted time in
the water, with at least 25 of the 35 staying until the end of the session.
Though it was hard to leave the hot showers at the surf school, we had to head
back for a quick rest and dinner at the hotel.
Our evening activity was a quiz - competition was very
strong (the teacher round particularly popular) and Emile's team of Y10 boys
(Ali, Joey, Archie and Hudson) won by only 1 point.
Rain is set to continue tomorrow but spirits are high and this won't affect
our final day of surfing.
