The 4 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 $88Best value

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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