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Private Surfing in Lanzarote: Enjoy the waves just for you – ALL LEVELS

★ 5.0 · 7 reviews 2 hours From $94 Operated by Momo Surf School · Bookable on GetYourGuide
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The best thing about this Lanzarote surf lesson is the one-to-one coaching. Instead of waiting for an instructor to reach you in a group, you get immediate corrections on paddling, balance, stance, and wave choice. The lesson starts with an assessment of your goals and skill level, then moves to a beach with suitable learning conditions.

I like the flexible scheduling, which helps you fit a two-hour lesson around a full Lanzarote holiday. I also like that the board and wetsuit, when needed, are included, so you do not need to sort out technical gear before getting in the water.

The main consideration is price: at $94 per person, this costs more than a group class. You are paying for personal attention and quicker feedback, so it makes the most sense if you want focused progress, feel nervous about trying something new, or have a specific technique to improve.

Key points to know before booking

Private Surfing in Lanzarote: Enjoy the waves just for you - ALL LEVELS - Key points to know before booking

  • Private instruction from Momo Surf School: Your instructor works only with your private group during the two-hour session.
  • A lesson built around your level: Beginners learn paddling, balance, safety, and wave catching, while experienced surfers can work on more specific technique.
  • Lulu is one named instructor: Lulu taught one highly praised beginner session, with a strong focus on encouragement, correction, and safety.
  • Equipment is included: You receive a suitable surfboard and a wetsuit if conditions call for one.
  • Flexible timing and three languages: Lessons are offered in Spanish, English, and French, with start times based on availability.
  • Suitable for ages 8 and up: Adults, teenagers, and children receive instruction adapted to their age and ability.

Why private surfing can make a real difference

Private Surfing in Lanzarote: Enjoy the waves just for you - ALL LEVELS - Why private surfing can make a real difference

Surfing is not hard only because of the waves. It is hard because several small actions must happen in the right order: paddling with enough power, placing your hands correctly, pushing up at the right moment, finding a stable stance, and looking where you want to go.

In a group lesson, an instructor has to divide time among several people at different stages. You may get useful advice, but then spend time waiting for the next attempt. A private lesson removes much of that pause. Your instructor can watch every try and give you one clear adjustment before you go again.

That focus matters most for first-time surfers. If your balance is poor, the instructor can work on your position instead of moving ahead with the rest of a class. If you are already standing on waves, the lesson can shift toward paddle power, stance, wave timing, or confidence in the water.

The experience is not limited to beginners. The lesson description specifically allows for intermediate surfers who want to improve their style or a particular technique. That makes the session more useful than a basic introduction if you already know how to stand but still struggle to catch waves consistently.

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Starting with an assessment of your goals

Private Surfing in Lanzarote: Enjoy the waves just for you - ALL LEVELS - Starting with an assessment of your goals

The session begins with a personal assessment. This is a small but important step. You are not simply handed a board and sent toward the water. The instructor first works out what you can do, what you want to learn, and how the lesson should be paced.

For a beginner, that may mean starting with basic body position, paddling, and balance. You will also learn how to fall safely, a basic skill that can make your first attempts feel less intimidating. Surfing involves plenty of failed attempts, so knowing what to do when you lose the board or miss the wave is part of learning well.

For an intermediate surfer, the assessment helps keep the lesson from feeling too basic. You can explain the part of surfing that gives you trouble, then use the session to work on that area. The available information does not promise a specific advanced maneuver, so you should treat the lesson as tailored coaching rather than a guaranteed result.

This opening conversation is also a useful chance to explain any concerns. If you are uneasy in the sea, say so. The activity places strong emphasis on safety and confidence, and the instructor can adjust the approach to suit your comfort level.

Learning the basics before chasing waves

Private Surfing in Lanzarote: Enjoy the waves just for you - ALL LEVELS - Learning the basics before chasing waves

The teaching sequence is designed to build a foundation before asking you to catch waves. You will work on paddling, balance, and your stance, then apply those skills in the water.

Paddling can look simple from the beach, but inefficient movement wastes energy quickly. A private instructor can watch your body position and help you use the board more effectively. That matters during a two-hour session, because tired arms can make the later part of a lesson much harder.

Balance is the next piece. You need to learn how your body affects the board, how to rise without throwing yourself off-center, and how to keep your eyes and posture working together. With one instructor watching you closely, small errors can be corrected before they become habits.

The goal is not simply to stand once. It is to build enough control that you understand why a successful attempt worked. That understanding helps you repeat it. If you fall, the instructor can explain what went wrong and encourage you to try again rather than leaving you to guess.

The beach setting and water safety

The exact beach is not named in the available information. You can expect the lesson to take place on a beach selected for suitable learning conditions, with waves appropriate for the student and safer areas for practice.

That flexibility is useful in Lanzarote, where sea conditions affect the quality of a surf lesson. A beach that looks appealing may not be the right place for a first attempt on a particular day. The instructor’s role includes choosing conditions that match your level rather than simply taking you to the most famous surf spot.

Safety instruction is part of the lesson, not an optional extra. You will learn how to read sea conditions, how to fall safely, and how to follow basic rules in the water. You will also receive guidance on sharing the surf area with others.

This is especially valuable for beginners. Surfing confidence should not come from ignoring risk. It should come from understanding where to go, how to respond when you lose balance, and how to behave around other people in the water.

The activity is described as suitable for children from age 8, but children still need instruction adapted to their age and ability. A private format can help here, since the instructor can slow down, repeat directions, and give encouragement without a group moving on ahead.

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Choosing the right board and wetsuit

Professional equipment is included in the price. You receive a surfboard suitable for your level and the current conditions, plus a wetsuit if one is necessary.

That saves you from making a difficult choice before your first lesson. Board size and shape affect stability and control, and a beginner does not need to spend holiday time trying to work out which equipment is appropriate. The school handles that part so you can focus on the lesson.

The wetsuit is also practical. You do not need to bring or rent one separately if conditions require it. The information does not specify the brand or thickness of the wetsuit, so anyone with special equipment preferences should ask Momo Surf School before booking.

A board suited to your ability can make the first session less frustrating. It will not guarantee easy waves, but it gives you a fair starting point. For an intermediate surfer, the right equipment can also support more focused work on technique rather than forcing you to adapt to a random rental board.

Two hours of focused coaching

Private Surfing in Lanzarote: Enjoy the waves just for you - ALL LEVELS - Two hours of focused coaching

The session lasts two hours. That is enough time to cover instruction, practice, corrections, and repeated attempts without committing most of your day to surfing.

The exact order can change according to your level and the conditions, but you can reasonably expect this pattern:

  • An initial discussion about your surfing experience and goals
  • Advice on safety, sea conditions, and how to fall
  • Practice with paddling, balance, and stance
  • Water time focused on catching suitable waves
  • Ongoing corrections and support during your attempts

The strength of a private lesson is that this schedule can shift as needed. If you need more time on balance, the instructor can stay with that skill. If you progress quickly, the lesson can move toward better wave catching or more advanced technique.

Two hours can also be physically demanding. Surfing uses your arms, legs, and core, and repeated attempts may leave you tired. The private format helps because you are not forced to follow a fixed group pace, but you should still expect an active session rather than a relaxed beach activity.

What Lulu’s teaching style suggests

Private Surfing in Lanzarote: Enjoy the waves just for you - ALL LEVELS - What Lulu’s teaching style suggests

Lulu is specifically identified as an instructor for the school. The strongest detail connected with Lulu is the combination of close correction, encouragement after falls, and attention to safety.

That matters because first-time surfing can bring a quick cycle of excitement and frustration. You may understand the instruction on land and still fall every time you try it in the water. An instructor who explains the mistake, keeps the mood calm, and encourages another attempt can make the difference between giving up and beginning to improve.

Communication with the school is also described as smooth, which is useful when you are arranging a lesson around changing holiday plans. Instruction is offered in Spanish, English, and French, so you can select the language that lets you understand safety advice and technique most clearly.

You should not assume that every lesson will be taught by Lulu. She is one named instructor connected with the experience, but the provider is Momo Surf School. If having Lulu specifically is important to you, ask about availability before confirming.

The value of $94 per person

At $94 per person, this is not the budget choice for a casual attempt at surfing. A group lesson may cost less, though no group price is provided here for a direct comparison.

The value comes from the amount of attention you receive. If you need frequent correction, a private instructor can help you avoid repeating the same mistake for an hour. If you already surf, personal coaching may be more useful than spending a session on basics you have already mastered.

The price also includes the board, a wetsuit if needed, the instructor, the assessment, safety teaching, and individual support during the session. You do not have to add a separate equipment rental cost based on the information provided.

I would see this as a good use of money in three situations:

  • You are a complete beginner and want a calm first lesson.
  • You have limited time in Lanzarote and want focused practice.
  • You already surf and have a clear technique or confidence issue to work on.

It is less compelling if you mainly want a low-cost introduction, enjoy the social side of group activities, or are unsure that you want to spend two hours in the water.

Who will get the most from this lesson

This experience suits adults, teenagers, and children age 8 or older. The private structure is particularly helpful for families or friends with different ability levels, though the supplied details do not specify how many people may be included in a private group.

Beginners get a clear starting point. You will not need prior surfing experience, and the instruction covers the basic actions required to begin: paddling, balance, stance, wave catching, and safe falls.

Intermediate surfers get a chance to ask for specific help. You can use the assessment to explain what you want to improve rather than accepting a standard lesson aimed at someone who has never touched a board.

The experience also fits people who dislike group pressure. You can learn at your own pace, ask questions as they arise, and receive corrections without waiting for a full class to rotate through the same exercise.

It may be less suitable if you want a full-day surf program, advanced competition training, or a particular named beach. This is a two-hour private lesson, not an extended coaching package, although video analysis and additional physical training can be added if arranged.

Booking around your Lanzarote plans

Flexible hours are one of the practical strengths of this activity. Start times depend on availability, so you should check the schedule before building the rest of your day around it.

You can also keep your plans open with the reserve-now-and-pay-later option. Payment is not required at the time of booking under that arrangement. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund.

Those terms are useful on a beach holiday, where weather and energy levels can affect your plans. Still, do not wait until the last minute if your schedule is tight. A private instructor has limited availability, and the most convenient time may not remain open.

The lesson is two hours, but you should allow a little flexibility around it for changing into the wetsuit and getting ready. No transportation service is included in the supplied details, so confirm where to meet and how to reach the beach before booking.

Should you book the Momo Surf School lesson?

Book it if you want personal instruction, a careful introduction to surfing, or targeted help with your technique. The combination of private coaching, included equipment, flexible timing, and safety teaching makes the $94 price easier to justify for people who value progress over the lowest possible cost.

Beginners should find the format especially reassuring. Lulu’s emphasis on encouragement and safety is a strong reason to consider the lesson if you are nervous about falling or getting started in the sea.

Skip it if you are looking for the cheapest way to try surfing, prefer a social group class, or want a longer coaching program. For everyone else, this is a focused two-hour session with Momo Surf School that gives you a better chance to learn at your own pace and understand what to improve next.

FAQ

How long is the private surf lesson?

The lesson lasts two hours.

How much does the experience cost?

The listed price is $94 per person.

Is the surf lesson suitable for beginners?

Yes. The lesson is designed for all levels, including people who have never surfed before.

What equipment is included?

A surfboard suited to your level and the conditions is included. A wetsuit is also provided if necessary.

What languages does the instructor speak?

Instruction is available in Spanish, English, and French.

What age groups can take the lesson?

Adults, teenagers, and children age 8 and up can take part, with instruction adapted to age and ability.

Is this a private group activity?

Yes. The experience is offered as a private group, with individual attention from the instructor.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

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

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