Full Day Surf Lesson for Beginners in Famara, Spain

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Lanzarote, Spain

4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Enjoy a full-day surfing lesson for beginners—a much more comprehensive alternative to a quick overview session. Throughout the day, learn fundamental surfing skills, such as warm exercises on the beach, how to paddle, how to stand up, and how to catch your first wave. As an extra perk, a video analysis session is also included, so you can watch yourself back and listen to instructor feedback on your technique.

Stress-free surfing lesson with equipment rental included
No experience required—this lesson is especially for beginners
A step-by-step approach—start the lesson on the beach
Get lots of practical advice and safety tips from an experienced instructor

What's Included

Surf board, wetsuit, rush vest

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Please, contact us at least 1 day before the surf lesson, in order to confirm the exact time and pick-up location.

Meeting point

Av. el Marinero, 9, 35558 Caleta de Famara, Las Palmas, Spain
We will meet at our surf school - RED STAR SURF, located on the main street of Caleta de Famara, Avenida el Marinero 9.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start time
.10:00 am

What To Expect

Famara Beach

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Natalia_S

Great experience, definitely exceeded my expectations. Very friendly and helpful staff :) would recommend to anyone

Reviews

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Was really great

Iryna_S, Jan 2025

Everything was cool, teachers great Was video where teacher showed us our mistakes Must visit in Lanzarote

Best experience surfing!

Brendie_B, Jun 2023

It was the best experience surfing for the first time! The waves were small this day but that didn’t matter. Especially Jerry was a good instructor, he really knows what he’s doing and can give you direct pointers on what to change. They also picked us up from our hotel, which was 30 minutes away. Great day! Thanks!

Awesome experience!!

Kerri_J, Jun 2023

The whole experience was fantastic from start to finish. First time surfing and certainly not a natural but Jerry was so patient and kept persevering with helping me to get up on the board. The location was amazing and after the lesson had finished we all went back to the surf shop so the instructors could show us a video they had taken of each person and give hints and tips on how to improve. Only wish I had a few more days here so could have given it another go. Would highly recommend for all ages, so much fun!

Surfing 🏄‍♀️

Natalia_S, May 2023

Great experience, definitely exceeded my expectations. Very friendly and helpful staff :) would recommend to anyone

Instructor was really...

helena_z, Feb 2023

Instructor was really good at teaching and the beach is amazing. Video analysis was definitely helpful thank you for the lesson <3 x

Maybe surfing is not for me.

Hao_D, Dec 2022

First Experience was not good. First, the wet suit is too big, after a while, I was already like a balloon with water, and heavy. Then the instructor cannot speak good English, as can imagine, first time surfer as me cannot even know what I should do, what’s the right way. Then of course, they push you to stand on board. Of course, fall all times, twisted my toes. Had to stop in the middle. It should be a unique experiences if it would be organized better. Unfortunately I don’t feel connected with this sport.

Response from Host, Jan 2023

Sorry to hear that you had such a bad experience. I am usually very grateful for constructive criticism because it helps us to constantly improve. I always take responsibility for our mistakes and apologise on behalf of the whole crew. In this specific situation, however, it will not be the case. To avoid such a disappointment in the future, please read the experience description. Surfing is not a sightseeing tour on camels! It is a demanding sport, and for people without the ability to follow simple instructions, it can be particularly difficult. And our instructors do speak excellent English - that's hilarious. I have to disagree with you on all points of your unfounded criticism. You tried surfing for the first time in your life and you think you know better than a team of professionals, that's sad. Think, analyse and Be happy!

Fun Day with experienced qualified coaches.

Marco_S, May 2022

Perfectly organized. Pickup by the team on time. A lot of information in front. They totally know what they do - No one is left out. The coaches always have a eye for you. It was a fun day and I will totally book it again. Guys - keep up the good work!

Response from Host, Jun 2022

Thanks Marco! Very appreciate it! Come back soon for more fun and waves! ;)

It was a magnific surfing...

barbara_s, May 2022

It was a magnific surfing day ! with fabio our coach, almost a private lesson. More of 2 hours, my daughter is a profesional now !! :) thanks for this moment in this fantastic beach.

Response from Host, Jun 2022

Thank you, Barbara, for your trusting us with lessons for your daughter! We would be happy to see you both again!

Absolutely beautiful experience!

Joris_S, Nov 2021

Surfed with doughter, they teach really well. Keep a good eye on uou. And make films to analyse your techniques. Absolutely beautiful experience!

Response from Host, Nov 2021

Thank you Joris! We appreciate your great review. We will be happy to meet you again.

Great school

Anna_C, Aug 2021

Friendly and experienced staff. My coach was amazing. Young, helpful and supportive. I would definitely recommend!

Response from Host, Aug 2021

Thanks a lot for the review Anna! Hope to see you again the future!

Great surfing for the whole familiy

Marko_H, Jul 2021

Great instructors, they pick you up at the hotel, we were standing on surf in the first 15 minutes - our kids are 8 and 10. The best thing you can do on the island lanzarote!!

Response from Host, Jul 2021

Thanks, Marco! That's great. Lanzarote and Famara in particular are indeed the best places for surfing any time of the year.

Der Unterricht war sehr...

Ruedi_H, Feb 2025

Der Unterricht war sehr professionell und zusammen mit der Auswertung waren es fast 5 Stunden. Man bekommt also etwas für sein Geld. Vielen Dank.

Bonne pedagogie

LaurentLolo_M, Oct 2024

C’est la 2 iemes fois que l’on vient l’école est très professionnel sympa et à l’écoute Leur méthode est infaillible vous chevaucherai les vagues très rapidement