The 15 Windsurfing Lessons Tours That Earn Their Price

1.Santorini Windsurfing lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $144Our pick

Meet at Nemely Windsurf & SUP Center on Avis Street for a two-hour Santorini windsurfing lesson with a VDWS-certified instructor. Groups are capped at four, equipment and helmets are included, and instructor Harry uses clear demonstrations and radio headsets when needed.

“A great first wind surfing experience. Harry was a great instructor, very patient and went through all the theory for my first time. They have radio helmets for good coordination over longer distances, sell drinks from their fridge and have seats for family who wants to just watch.”

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2.Windsurfing Taster in Costa Calma Bay!

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 37 reviews · 2 hours · from $88

At the family-run Shaka Surf Center beside the allSun Hotel, you’ll learn windsurfing basics with a professional coach, first on a beach simulator, then on Costa Calma Bay. Groups are limited to six, with English, German, Spanish, and Italian instruction. Mitch is one named coach.

“Really enjoyed the lesson with Mitch. Good teacher and even though the wind was low he helped with all the tips and tricks to get going and stay afloat well worth trying”

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3.Private Windsurfing Lessons in Aruba

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · from $90

Spend two hours learning windsurfing at Fisherman’s Huts Beach with Aruba Active Vacations. Your instructor covers wind, sails, boards, steering, and safety before supervised practice. The private format suits one or two people, with equipment, water shoes, Wi-Fi, hammocks, and showers included.

“Luis was a great teacher. He started with the basics, then slowly had us combine each step until we were up on the boards and actually wind surfing! A great experience! Wear a sun shirt though, the sunscreen wasn't enough for us.”

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4.Windsurf classes in Fuerteventura

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Join Martin of Gecko Windsurf School for a 4.5-hour lesson near Corralejo. You’ll use a board, sail, wetsuit, and boots, with pickup available in northern Fuerteventura. Beginners learn the basics step by step, while experienced sailors work toward tacks, jibes, beach starts, and harness use.

“Very professional, great communication straight after booking Pick up and drop off service, amazing lesson”

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5.Small-Group Windsurf Lesson in Lagos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · from $104

Join Algarve Watersport for a three-hour windsurf lesson from Lagos. You’ll learn in the sheltered, shallow Alvor Lagoon, with equipment supplied and transport to the water. Beginners get a safe first taste, while experienced sailors can work on new moves in a group capped at eight.

“Equipment was provided and the guide transported us to the lagoon. He gave great feedback and coaching. Tons of fun!”

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6.Small Group Windsurfing Class in El Cotillo

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 20 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $100

You’ll leave Corralejo in a Gecko Windsurf School van for a 4.5-hour lesson at El Cotillo lagoon. Michael and Martin have arranged flexible courses for young students, while instructors teach setup, balance, and basic maneuvers in English, Spanish, Bulgarian, or Dutch.

“Many thanks an Michael and Martin for being customer-oriented and flexible: the guys organized a 3-day-course for our teenaged son, picked him up and brought him back safely 🚌 he learned the windsurfing basics in a small group and was happy to get to know many friendly English-speaking people from all over the world! Good luck guys and thanks!”

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7.Costa Brava: 2-hours Windsurfing session

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $59

Meet at Escola de Vela i Kayak Sant Pol in S'Agaró for a two-hour beginner windsurfing lesson. An instructor such as Pol, Pau, or Oscar covers safety and basic technique on the beach, then helps you balance, steer, and catch the wind with fitted equipment and motorboat support.

“One more year, excellent. Both the teachers, organization, classmates and privileged place on the Costa Brava. Escola de vela sant pol is sincerely highly recommended”

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8.Learn to Windsurf in Porto!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $48Best value

Meet SIDE•OFF Windsurf School in Vila Nova de Gaia for a one-hour lesson suited to beginner, evolution, or advanced ability. Your instructor provides the board, sail, water, and insurance. Weather controls the schedule, and groups are limited to four people.

“I was the first customer of the season, staff super friendly, courteous and patience as my first lesson, a speacial thanks to my instructor Mikolaj. Highly recommended”

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9.Private Windsurf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $85

You’ll learn windsurfing at Ca'n Pastilla, the beach closest to Palma, with an English- or Spanish-speaking instructor and a maximum of four people per instructor. A 15-minute beach briefing covers wind, sails, and safe water entry before you practice basic turns with the provided board, wetsuit, vest, and insurance.

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10.Poreč: 2-hour windsurfing lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7 reviews · from $71

Meet ProSurf Windsurfing School at Pical beach for a two-hour beginner lesson with certified instructors such as Dalibor and Teuta. You will learn equipment, wind direction, balance, beam-reach sailing, speed control, and how to turn back to shore.

“Really nice team and a patient teacher. Highly recommended”

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11.Malmö: Beginner class Dynamic Windsurfing

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $107

Start with sailing theory, safety, and basic windsurfing technique, then change into a wetsuit and wetshoes before heading onto the Baltic Sea. English or Swedish instruction, adjustable Dynamic Windsurfing gear, and a maximum of six participants make this a focused first lesson.

“God instruktør, en god følelsen af sikkerhed. Ikke så stort udvalg af våddragter + sko.”

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12.Learn to windsurf in the beautiful bay of Costa Calma

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Meet SHAKA Fuerte Surf Center at 10:00 for a two-hour beginner windsurf lesson in Costa Calma. Your coach covers the basics on a beach simulator, then helps you practice on crystal-clear, shallow water. Groups have up to six people, with a shorter one-hour format if you are alone.

“Top expérience. Moniteur polyglotte, à l'écoute, efficace et pro actif. A recommander à 100%. S'adapte au niveau des participants. Explications claires”

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13.Windsurfing Lesson in Cyprus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $91

Meet your instructor at Piyale Paşa 74 in Larnaca for private windsurfing tuition. You’ll cover beach practice, safety, equipment, sailing theory, turning, and water training. Equipment, helmets, life jackets, and wetsuits are available, with instructor Lucas praised for patient coaching.

“A place to come back to. Amazing and professional instructors, great atmosphere and equipment. I had a wonderful experience”

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14.Costa del Sol: Beginner class Dynamic Windsurfing

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 5 reviews · 2 hours · from $88

Meet at Atalaya Isdabe beach for a two-hour beginner windsurfing lesson between Estepona and Marbella. You’ll learn sailing basics, safety, board handling, and first water skills in a small group of up to six, with instruction in English.

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15.Private Beginner Windsurfing Course in Mandwa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $150

Spend two private hours learning windsurfing at Aquasail 360 in Mandwa. Your RYA-certified instructor covers basic theory, balance, steering, and water safety before you practice within beach limits. Bring wet footwear and spare clothes. Ferry transport, meals, and hotel transfers are not included.

“An expert instructor and wonderful support staff. Excellent equipment. Each little step on the learning path giving so much satisfaction. The great feeling of sun, the sea and the muscles nicely tired! Thank you, Aquasail! Lucky Mumbaikars who can make this short day-trip across the harbour!”

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