9 Private Surf Lessons in Spain Worth Booking

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

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

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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3.Private Surfing Lesson at Playa de las Américas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $133

Meet your private Tenerife Surf Point instructor at Playa de las Américas for a two-hour lesson covering surf theory, water practice, and photo analysis. English, Spanish, Russian, and Latvian instruction is available, with a board, wetsuit, and reef booties included.

“The instructor was very fun and very funny he was a very good teacher and i learned quickly and had a great time”

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4.2 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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5.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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6.Group and private surf classes with a Certified Instructor in Lanzarote

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $69

Spend about three hours on Famara Beach learning surf basics with certified instructor Emilia and Cactus Surf School. You’ll warm up, study board technique, practice standing on shore, then ride beginner-friendly waves. Pickup can be arranged, though Playa Blanca and Orzola are excluded.

“Perfect! The best instructor Emilia, classes in small group, organised transport and everything you need to enjoy surfing :)”

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7.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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8.Private kiteboarding lessons in Tarifa (adapted to every level)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · from $197

Meet Addict Kite School at 11:00 am on Calle Batalla del Salado, then head to Los Lances Beach for about three hours of private kitesurfing instruction. Your instructor adapts the session to your level, from first-time control work to refresher practice, board skills, and more advanced progress.

“This was the second time that I took a 5 days of private classes with Addict Kite School in Tarifa (August 2024 & August 2023). I absolutely recommend them!”

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9.Private Family Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $78

Learn to surf with your family in Arona during a private two-hour lesson led by licensed instructors. Beatrice and Marta teach beginners patiently, provide boards and gear, push or steady you in the waves when needed, and finish with a hot shower.

“Great expletive! Our instructors Beatrice and Marta were amazing and gave the children a fab morning for their first time surfing.”

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