Surf Canaries Surf School
Learn to surf with us!
Learn to surf with us in perfect weather, perfect waves and with highly experienced, fun and qualified instructors in small groups.
Surf Canaries Surf School is based at the foot of the sand dunes of Maspalomas in Playa del Inglés - impossible to be closer to the beach!
Our local beach break Playa del Inglés has excellent waves for learning and improving when conditions are right.
If surfing conditions in Playa del Inglés or Maspalomas are not suitable, we have a number of secret spots around the whole island which we take you to in our VW surf van.
Make the most of your stay on Gran Canaria and enjoy the surf!
Surf Courses
1 Day Course
Our generic video class is an accumulation of over 10 years of experience in teaching how to surf. It is designed for day-one surfers and people that have surfed before alike.
After learning the basic golden rules, you have the perfect knowledge to succeed in getting up on a surf board.
A quick simulation class on dry land and you will be ready to hit the water with your instructor.
2 Day Course
A more advanced theory class, taking some re-pass from day one plus some additional skills, then off to the water for a minimum 2 hours of ongoing training with the coaches.
We follow your level of surfing, if you want to take it slow, we go slow. If you show talent and are keen, we love to fast-track you!
3 Day Course
Video Analysis Day! Having been filmed on day 2, you and your instructor will study the material in slow motion. With our unique surf analysis software we can demonstrate effectively what goes wrong and ways of bettering techniques.
Then off to the water to practice these new techniques!
4 Day Course
As you are now starting to practise turns, we will implement the professional Surf Skateboard "Smoothstar" to practice on dry land postures, turns etc before trying it out in the water.
5 Day Course
The week´s summary, meteorological information, where to go from here, board/spot advice, any final questions. Then to the water to enjoy together the final day of your surfing week.
Private/Semi-private Course
Enjoy the wealth of our professional instructor´s experience one to one in one of our private or semi-private classes. We will guarantee non-stop personal attention and instructions no matter your level of surfing!
What do I need?
You need to bring swimwear, a towel, change of clothes, suncream and a smile :)
What´s included?
~ Small groups (max. 1:5 as opposed to the legally stated 1:8)
~ All materials
~ Warm-Up & Stretching Class
~ Surf Theory Class
~ Surf Practical Class
~ Third Party Insurance
~ Accident Insurance
~ Fruit & Water
~ Photos of you surfing
~ 10% Shop Discount
Timetable
We generally start between at 9:30 in the mornings and finish up around 13.30.
However, we are highly dependent on surfing conditions and tides so this timetable might change on some days.
Our classes run from Monday to Friday.
Prices
You can choose any number of days - our surf classes run from Monday to Friday without a specific starting day. You can even schedule break days in between if you need some time to recover :)
For online bookings of at least 24 hours in advance we offer a 10% discount on the prices stated below. Just fill in the details in our booking form and reply to our confirmation email.
| Regular | Online | |
| 1 Day | € 60 | € 54 |
| 2 Days | € 116 | € 104 |
| 3 Days | € 167 | € 150 |
| 4 Days | € 214 | € 192 |
| 5 Days | € 256 | € 230 |
| + Day/s | €43 | € 38 |
| Private Class | € 180 | € 162 |
| Semi-private* | € 210 | € 189 |
* Price for 2 persons
surfboard rental
Rent a surfboard for a day? Our surf shop lies directly at the beach in Playa del Inglés; just walk in, rent yourself a board and go surfing straight away! Closer to the surfing area on the beach is impossible...
We have a wide selection of surfboards for you to choose from.
Surfboard Categories
Standard rentals include Softtops, BICs and NSPs of various sizes - prices start at € 15 for two hours, € 20 for the day.
Premium rentals are custom surfboards of different sizes - prices start at € 20 for two hours, € 25 for the day.
What do I need?
Valid ID
€ 50 Deposit (€ 150 Deposit for Premium Rentals)
Please get in touch with us before renting a board outside the months of July, August and September as our timetable may vary.
| 2 hours | 1 day | 2 days | 3 days | 4 days | 5 days | 7 days | Deposit* | ID** | |
| Surfboard | 15 | 20 | 35 | 45 | 55 | 65 | 70 | 50 | Yes |
| Premium Board | 20 | 25 | 50 | 70 | 90 | 105 | 120 | 150 | Yes |
| Bodyboard | 10 | 15 | 25 | 30 | 35 | 40 | 45 | 50 | No |
| SUP Inflatable | - | - | - | 70 | 90 | 105 | 120 | 150 | Yes |
|
Bodyboard & Flippers |
15 | 20 | 35 | 45 | 55 | 65 | 70 | 50 | No |
| Handboard & Flippers | 7.5 | 12.5 | 25 | 32 | 39 | 46 | 53 | 50 | No |
| Skimboard | 5 | 10 | 20 | 25 | 30 | 35 | 40 | 50 | No |
| Skateboard | 5 | 10 | 20 | 25 | 30 | 35 | 40 | 50 | No |
| Surf-Skate | 10 | 15 | 25 | 30 | 35 | 40 | 45 | 50 | No |
| Wetsuit | 5 | 5 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 17 | 20 | 40 | No |
| Rashvest | 3 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 20 | No |
| // Prices in Euros // |
* Deposit to be paid in cash or held on credit card. Deposit will be used for repairs to boards / equipment if damaged.
** Valid ID required. ID is kept in the surf shop until the return of the board / equipment.
SURF & SLEEP
Pair your surf course with one of our accommodation options in the south of Gran Canaria. We have two different locations for our Surf & Sleep packages. The apartments are to be paired with a 3 day, 4 day or 5 day surf course.
About us
Our permanent team of instructors paired with small groups of 1 instructor for maximum 5 students are what sets our surf school apart from others. We will tailor each of our courses to fit your skill level and personal goals - essential for a fun and unforgettable surfing experience!
Danny
Originally a surfer from West Wales, Danny has been living on the Canary Islands since 2004 and is the founder and director of Surf Canaries. Danny is qualified as a National Surf Coach with the Spanish Surf Federation and is a Level II coach with the British Surfing Association and International Surfing Association. Highly experienced in the process of teaching surfing, he will enthusiastically take you through your first moments of surfing, right up to perfecting your technique and new moves.
"Although our Surf School has its well studied "method" for teaching how to surf, this method also has to be flexible to accommodate each students individuality. Each person learns in a different way, this should be treated individually and with attention to detail, patience and above all with a sense of fun."
With years of experience, Danny is a tireless student of the science: "how people learn to surf" . Danny brings to the team different teaching techniques which fit specifically to each student.
Jordán
Jordán is one of the best qualified surf coaches from the Canary Islands with his wealth of experience in teaching spanning over 15 years. He became a waterman at a very early age and continued his career in this world.
Jordán has been our head instructor for many years now and will make sure that each participant receives top class instruction in safety.
He has an excellent way of analysing and explaining to every level of surfer how to improve their technique and really brings to the table his intimate knowledge of the ocean and local conditions.
Jordán also trains a local team of surfers to a high level and often competes himself in the Canarian Circuit.
Kasperi
Kasperi is an expert surf instructor and in charge of the day to day running of the surf school. He is the face behind the emails and the voice at the end of the phone ;)
He rose through the ranks of Surf Canaries Surf Club, becoming an excellent surfer competing on the Canarian Circuit.
Having a degree in photography he is the official photographer and videographer at Surf Canaries and is able to do what he loves - combining surfing with photography.
He truly understands how good it feels when somebody takes a photo or video of you surfing and as an excellent instructor he knows just how to get you onto that wave!
You can also book a private photo session with Kasperi - on land or in the water!
Adrian
Adrian started out through the ranks of Surf Canaries Surf Club as well, becoming a keen and talented surfer (and an excellent musician!). In 2019 he got his instructors license and brings some reggae vibes to the team. He is known as a very patient and great surf instructor.
Francesca
Fra is originally from Italy and speaks fluent Italian ;-), Spanish and English.
She started her surf coaching career in Western Ireland and has recently moved to the warmer waters of the Canary Islands. Francesca loves to motivate our surfers and loves it when they are having fun! She is super friendly and fun to be around.
Carlos
Carlos is mainly working in the surf shop. Being super organised he is the perfect addition to all these crazy cats;)
He is making sure that everything in the surf shop is running smoothly and as sand free as possible...
Scarlett
Scarlett is manning the surf shop in the mornings during the summer months - being in charge of renting out surf equipment etc.
She was born in the UK but has been living on Gran Canaria since she was 2. Scarlett will be happy to answer any questions you might have regarding our surf courses.
location: Gran Canaria - south
SURF CANARIES
Official Surf School (FCS)
Av/Alf. Provisionales
CC Anexo 2, Local E2
Playa del Inglés
35100
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Spain
GPS: 27.751966, -15.570529
Our Surf School and Surf Shop is situated at the foot of the famous sand dunes of Maspalomas - come by to visit us or call to reserve your space.
The island - described as the Hawaii of the Atlantic - has incredible surf, fantastic learner waves and an endless summer climate in the south of the island..
Gran Canaria has some outstanding beaches for learning to surf. Thanks to being a mobile surf school, we can access these beaches at any time when they are good!