11 Group Surf Lessons in Spain to Build a Trip Around

1.Playa de las Américas: Private or Small-Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 980 reviews · 2 hours · from $41Our pick

Meet Kontraola Surf School in Playa de las Américas for a two-hour private or small-group lesson. You’ll get a 20-minute theory session, wetsuit and board, then guided practice at low tide. Instructors including Victoria, Sebastian, José, Filippo, and Nigel teach in Spanish, English, or Italian.

“Had lots of fun. The guide (Lille) was really knowledgeable and supportive and the waves were just right for beginners like us”

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2.Group Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 310 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $66Top rated

Meet at Fañabé Beach for a two-hour surf lesson with Surf Life Tenerife. Your licensed instructor adjusts the session to your level, from first-time basics to more advanced techniques, with beach warm-ups and guided practice in the water. Pickup is free in Costa Adeje.

“First time and immediatly standing on the board. Cool. Very nice atmosphere and successful coaches 🤙🏼🌊🏄.”

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3.Semi-private kitesurfing lessons in Tarifa (adapted to every level)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 214 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $139

Meet your English-speaking instructor in central Tarifa and head to Playa de Los Lances for about three hours of level-based kitesurfing practice. Equipment, training, and safety guidance are included. Your private group gets focused support, with pickup available and a return to the meeting point.

“We had a great experience! Everyone was so helpful, and they went above and beyond our expectations.”

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4.Small-Group Surf Lessons in Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $72

Learn to surf in Playa del Inglés with a maximum of five people. Your day includes video theory, beach practice, two coached water sessions, snacks, water, equipment, and free souvenir photos. Instructors such as Marta, Dani, and Kasperi offer patient, individual guidance.

“I had an amazing time with Surf Canaries surf school and would highly recommend it for beginners. The instructors are excellent at clearly explaining techniques and then helping you gradually apply them at your own level once you are in the water. Group sizes are small, which means you get plenty of individual attention and guidance throughout the session. A lot of thought has gone into structuring the classes, including well timed breaks where you can enjoy complimentary fruit, which is a really nice touch. The photos provided at the end are a lovely bonus and a great way to remember the experience. You do need to carry your surfboard…”

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5.Group Surf Lesson at Playa de las Américas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $53

Meet Tilegit Surf School at Parque Santiago II for a two-hour English-language lesson at Playa de las Américas. Instructors such as Manu, Mike, Alvaro, Andreas, Mano, and June teach beginners in groups capped at eight, with the beach and lesson plan adjusted to sea conditions.

“Out group of 4 arrived 40min lates due to missing a bus and even then they were kind to accept us and go through with the lesson as normal. Love the vibes and the teachign is thorough for a beginner.”

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6.Group Surf Class in Playa de Las Américas with Photographs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47

Meet Shaka Surf School near Playa de las Américas beach for a 2.5-hour lesson with theory, warm-up, equipment, and guided water practice. Instructors such as Marco, Ciro, Luca, and Davide teach beginners and advanced surfers. Photos, snacks, water, and a shower are included.

“The team of shaka surf Tenerife was very cool and helped me to get my first surf experience and I loved it. It was really crowded in the sea because there were many other surfschools but I can really recommend this one to you! I got good advices and helpful tips, so I could surf already on my first day a few waves and had a lot of fun :)”

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7.2 hours Semi-private surfing lesson in Playa de Las Americas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $132

Join Tenerife Surf Point in Playa de Las Americas for a two-hour semi-private surf lesson capped at four people. You’ll cover theory on land, practice in the sea, and review photos afterward. Lessons are offered in English, Spanish, Russian, and Latvian. Equipment is included.

“My teenage boy had a blast! He enjoyed every minute of this experience. The online registration process was easy and the personnel was nice”

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8.Kitesurfing Lessons Tarifa All Levels – Semi Private course

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $145

Spend about three hours kitesurfing at Los Lances or Valdevaqueros with an IKO or FAV-certified instructor. Two students share one instructor but use separate Naish kites and radio headsets. Beginners can start from scratch, while experienced riders work on technique and tricks.

“Supercool kiteschool with amazing people and very nice instructors! If you wanna learn kiting, definitely give this one a go!”

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9.90′ Stand Up Paddle tour in a small group in Cala Ratjada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $56

Meet Leo and the SUP Center Cala Ratjada team at Cala Agulla for a 90-minute stand-up paddle outing. You will paddle from a beautiful bay, take in Cala Ratjada from the sea, and return to the same meeting point in a group capped at seven.

“Leo vielen lieben Dank für den tollen Ausflug mit Sonnenuntergang. Wir haben diese Tour jetzt das zweite Mal gebucht, weil wir letztes Jahr schon sehr begeistert waren. Ich fand es großartig, dass du (Leo) auf meine Bedenken bezüglich der Wetterlage eingegangen bist und uns ganz unkompliziert einen anderen Termin angeboten hast. Leo lässt wirklich jeden auf dem Brett gut aussehen und man bekommt im Nachgang tolle Bilder davon. ❤️”

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10.Playa de Las Americas: Surfing Group Lesson +13 Years old

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 63 reviews · 2 hours · from $48

Join Ocean Life Tenerife for a two-hour surf lesson in Playa de Las Americas. You will warm up, practice on the beach, then work on waves with a certified coach. Groups hold only three to five people, with boards, wetsuits, reef shoes, lockers, and showers included.

“Świetny instruktor Jurek. Już po pierwszej lekcji wszyscy stawaliśmy na desce (dzieci 13 i 15 lat). Instruktor przełożył nam lekcję ze względu na zbyt duże fale jak na pierwszą lekcję, za co jestem mu niezmiernie wdzięczny. bezpieczeństwo przede wszystkim a nie ciśnienie na zyski. Brawo. Samo biuro też utrzymane w dużym pożądanie. Polecam i jeszcze raz dziękuję. Do zobaczenia!”

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11.Semi private kitesurfing course

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $168

Spend about three hours learning kitesurfing at Chiringuito AguaLos Lances Norte in Tarifa. Your English-speaking instructor adapts the lesson to your level, with two people sharing one kite. Equipment and insurance are included, and pickup may be arranged by WhatsApp.

“We had an amazing experience! Had an amazing time learning to kite and with the good lessons of Pepe we learned quickly. We will surely be back soon :)”

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