Group Surf Lessons in Tenerife: the 11 Best

1.Group Surfing Lesson at Playa de las Américas, Tenerife

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,072 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $43Our pick

Meet Tenerife Surf Point in Playa de las Américas for a 2.5-hour beginner lesson. Your instructor covers theory, practices the standing position on land, then coaches you in the water. Boards and gear are included, with photos and a useful technique review afterward. English, Spanish, Russian, and Latvian may be available by arrangement.

“Great lesson thanks everyone! Kids had a lovely time teachers were great and area was well looked after”

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2.Private or Small-Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 980 reviews · 2 hours · from $41Best value

Meet at Kontraola Surf School in Playa de las Américas for a 2-hour lesson with a certified instructor such as Victoria, Sebastián, José, or Filippo. You’ll get 20 minutes of beach theory, then practice in the sea with a board, wetsuit, reef boots, and close guidance. Private lessons suit nervous beginners and children under 13.

“We had an incredible surfing class The experience was fun, well-organized, and truly unforgettable. Victoria was wonderful one of the best professionals we’ve learned from. Her guidance and positive energy made all the difference. 100% recommended! 🌊”

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3.Group Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 310 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $66

Meet Surf Life Tenerife at Fañabé Beach for a two-hour lesson matched to your ability. You will warm up on the sand, practise surfing basics or more advanced techniques, then enter the water with a licensed instructor. Free pickup and return are included in the Costa Adeje area.

“First time and immediatly standing on the board. Cool. Very nice atmosphere and successful coaches 🤙🏼🌊🏄.”

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4.Group Surf Lesson at Playa de las Américas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $53

Meet Tilegit Surf School at Parque Santiago II for a roughly two-hour beginner lesson at Playa de las Américas. You’ll practice on land, paddle into the waves, and get help from instructors such as Mike, Alvaro, Andreas, Manu, Mano, or June, depending on the day. The group is capped at eight, with the beach and schedule adjusted to conditions.

“Excellent experience for the beginners . Very patient instructors with useful tips. Very flexible. My kids had a great time and really enjoyed surfing. We booked another class to continue.”

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5.Group Surf Class in Playa de Las Américas with Photographs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47

Meet Shaka Surf School near Playa de las Américas beach for a 2.5-hour lesson with theory, warm-up, board practice, and instructor support in the water. Beginners work with coaches such as Marco, Ciro, Luca, and Davide. Boards, wetsuits, booties, refreshments, showers, and photographs are included.

“It was a great experience! Both instructors were very supportive and helped us a lot. We would love to do it again :) Photos were also a great plus.”

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6.Playa de Las Americas: Surfing Group Lesson +13 Years old

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 63 reviews · 2 hours · from $48

Spend two hours surfing off Playa de Las Americas with Ocean Life Tenerife. Certified coaches, including instructor Jurek, teach safety, paddling, and standing up in groups of 3 to 5. Boards, wetsuits, reef shoes, lockers, showers, and English or Spanish instruction are included.

“Świetny instruktor Jurek. Już po pierwszej lekcji wszyscy stawaliśmy na desce (dzieci 13 i 15 lat). Instruktor przełożył nam lekcję ze względu na zbyt duże fale jak na pierwszą lekcję, za co jestem mu niezmiernie wdzięczny. bezpieczeństwo przede wszystkim a nie ciśnienie na zyski. Brawo. Samo biuro też utrzymane w dużym pożądanie. Polecam i jeszcze raz dziękuję. Do zobaczenia!”

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7.small group surf lesson in Playa de las Américas,Tenerife

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $42

Meet Kontraola Surf School near the beachfront in Playa de las Américas for a two-hour beginner-friendly lesson. Your instructor supplies the board, wetsuit, booties, Lycra, and safety cover. Groups are capped at six, with coaches such as David, Davide, Vicky, and Victoria praised for patient, practical help in the water.

“FantastIc! Three days semi privado gave us a great surfing experience. Big thanks to David the instructor. Great attitude and a lot of patience with us middle aged beginners.”

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8.Group Surf Lesson catch your wave

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 23 reviews · 2 hours · from $46

Meet Tilegit Surf School near Las Americas for a two-hour group lesson led by a local instructor. You’ll spend about 20 minutes on theory, then use a school-selected board, wetsuit, and booties in the water. No experience is needed, and classes may shift to match safer conditions.

“It was great! Amazing experience for the price. Awesome instructor and very educational”

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9.Premium Group Surf (2h) – Only 5 Students, Team Incl (+ 13 years)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $54

Meet Ocean Life Tenerife in Playa de las Américas for a two-hour surf lesson aimed at beginners and improving riders aged 13 and up. You’ll learn board position, paddling, and the pop-up on land before guided practice in the sea. Instructor Thor is known for calm, personal coaching, with equipment, insurance, lockers, towels, and showers included.

“This was such an amazing experience! Our instructor, who went by the nickname of Thor, was truly phenomenal. Before our lesson, he contacted us and coordinated the best time and location for our needs based on Tenerife’s ever-changing weather and our changing itinerary. Once at the surf lesson, he gave us wet suits, shirts, towels, a shower, a changing facility, and a locker to use. He showed us how to carry the surfboards and taught us safety tips as we walked to the beach. At the beach, we practiced in the sand before getting in the water. He prioritized our safety, and gave us specific feedback each time we tried…”

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10.Small Group Surf Lesson in Playa de las Americas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $46

Spend about two hours learning surf theory, safety, land technique, and water skills in Playa de las Americas. Fins First instructors including Oli, Anne, Airam, Raph, and Santiago work with groups of up to six, making it easier to correct mistakes and adapt the lesson to your level. Equipment rental is included.

“Raph was amazing with Ava. So much so we’ve booked another 4 lessons.”

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11.Small Group Surf Lesson in Playa de las Américas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Meet Fins First at P.º Veracruz, 32, 46b, suit up, learn the basics on Playa de las Américas, then spend most of the two-hour lesson practicing in the water. Small groups of up to six suit all levels, and instructors such as Airam and Raffa offer hands-on help, including a push into suitable waves.

“We booked a group lesson and got a private one instead! Airam introduced us to the equipment and made it super beginner friendly, aswell as professional and passionate. He supported us into catching the waves and the whole experience was just amazing!! Would always choose again ☀️ big recommendation and thanks to the staff😁🤙🏽”

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