Our Top 12 Private Surf Lessons in Spain

1.Private Surfing Lesson at Playa de las Américas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $133Our pick

Meet your private instructor at Tenerife Surf Point in Playa de las Américas for a beginner-friendly lesson with theory, practical coaching, and photo analysis afterward. George is one instructor praised for clear, friendly teaching. English, Spanish, Russian, and Latvian lessons are available, with board, wetsuit, and reef booties supplied.

“The instructor was very fun and very funny he was a very good teacher and i learned quickly and had a great time”

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2.2 hours Semi-private surfing lesson in Playa de Las Americas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $132

Meet Tenerife Surf Point in Playa de las Américas for a two-hour semi-private lesson capped at four people. You’ll cover theory on land, practice in the sea, then study photos with your instructor. Equipment is included, and lessons are available in English, Spanish, Russian, or Latvian. The format suits pairs, families, and small groups.

“My teenage boy had a blast! He enjoyed every minute of this experience. The online registration process was easy and the personnel was nice”

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3.Group and private surf classes with a Certified Instructor in Lanzarote

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $69Best value

Meet Cactus Surf School at 11:00 for a roughly four-hour surf outing, including transport and three hours at Famara Beach. Instructor Emilia teaches the rules, pop-up technique, and water skills in English. Classes suit beginners and experienced surfers, with private bookings available for your group.

“We absolutely loved this class. Emilia is a great teacher, taught us the techniques, cared for us while in the water and made sure we could stand on the board on our first lesson! She has a great attitude and sense of humor, which made it all the more fun! 10/10!”

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4.Famara Private Surf Lesson with a real Pro

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 29 reviews · 3h 30m · from $69

Meet professional surfer Claudio in Famara for a private 210-minute lesson in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. You’ll walk to a quieter beach spot, learn the basics at your own pace, and practice in Lanzarote’s mild water with board, wetsuit, coaching, and GoPro photos included. Transportation can be arranged for an extra fee.

“Esperienza stupenda. Era la prima volta che provavamo surf io e la mia compagna ma grazie a Claudio tutto è stato perfetto. Ci ha fatti sentire a nostro agio, ha spiegato magnificamente la teoria e la pratica e ci ha fatto passare un pomeriggio stupendo!! Stra consigliato!!”

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5.Conil de la Frontera: Private Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 1.5 hours

Meet your Spanish or English-speaking instructor at TAKE Hostel Conil for a private 90-minute surf lesson in Conil de la Frontera. Beginners learn paddling, balance, standing, sea safety, and wave reading. More experienced surfers work on positioning, paddling, and wave maneuvers. Board and neoprene are included.

“Our instructor was great! Thank you "we bee" for a super time!”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours · from $94

Spend two focused hours with a private Momo Surf School instructor in Lanzarote. Lulu and the teaching team adapt each lesson to your level, from first balance drills to advanced wave work. Your board and wetsuit are included, and instruction is available in Spanish, English, or French for ages 8 and up.

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7.Longboard Private Surf Lessons in Caleta de Famara Spain

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $120

Meet Niccolo from Longboard Gliders in Caleta de Famara for a private, two-hour longboard lesson in English. Your wetsuit and board are included, and video recording may be used to review your technique. A beach snack is also part of the session.

“Niccolo, thank you so much for the amazing surf lessons. I learned a lot:) Niccolo is an exceptional teacher - very patient and thorough in the teaching about the ocean, safety and techniques. I managed in two days to do some steps on the longboard and it felt incredibly rewarding. Niccolo is not only a great instructor but also a very nice person with a fantastic spirit. It was always a lot of fun with him. Was lovely to see you again, Niccolo. A presto:)”

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8.Las Américas: Inolvidable Private Surf Lesson Max 5persons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 - 2.5 hours · from $88

Meet Ocean Life Tenerife below Parque Santiago 2 for a 2 to 2.5 hour private surf lesson in Las Américas. A certified Spanish or English-speaking instructor adapts the class to your level, from first-timers to experienced surfers. Your booking includes the board, wetsuit, reef shoes, lycra, leash, insurance, shower, toilet, and locker access.

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9.Private Surf Lesson catch your wave

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4 reviews · 2 hours · from $124

Meet Tilegit Surf School in Las Americas for a two-hour private lesson with a local coach. You get a 20-minute theory session, surfboard, wetsuit, booties, insurance, and close help in the water. No experience is needed, and the schedule can shift to match safe, beginner-friendly conditions.

“Paola a été pédagogue et les conditions étaient top”

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10.Ultimate Private Surf Lesson – Gear & Insurance Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $131

Start with 25 minutes of land practice, then walk 10 minutes to Playa de las Américas for guided time in the water. Ocean Life Tenerife provides boards, wetsuits, reef shoes, Lycra, insurance, and close instruction in English or Spanish. Jurek has been praised for patient, family-friendly coaching.

“We had such an amazing experience with this surf school! Our instructor Jurek was incredible — super knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about helping each of us improve. The lesson was perfectly tailored to every individual’s level, including my 7 year old, so everyone felt challenged but also supported and confident in the water. He even thought the kid the surf version of rock paper scissors game and it has been played on repeat at our household now.”

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11.El Palmar: Private Surf Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 1.5 hours

Meet Hurley Surf Club for a private 1.5-hour lesson on El Palmar beach. Beginners learn paddling, standing, balance, wave reading, and sea safety. Experienced surfers work on positioning and maneuvers. Your instructor speaks Spanish or English, and boards, wetsuits, facilities, and Conil pickup are included.

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12.Private Surfing Lesson in Famara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $115

Meet Diego and the School3S team for a private 2.5-hour surf lesson at Famara Beach. Hotel pickup is offered at selected hotels, and your instructor stays in the water to help with balance, safety, and wave timing. Boards and gear are included, with photos and GoPro video possible.

“Wow ! I would like to say the same as a previous review.. the Best instructor ever, Diego is a real pro in its job, he's an easygoing person and has a lot of experience. I couldn't choose a better surf.”

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