Lanzarote Surf Class Famara: 2-Hour Beginner & Intermediate
Two hours in the water at Famara, where the waves stay steady year-round
You arrive at the school, get suited up, and spend two hours learning to surf in Famara's year-round swells with a qualified instructor and small group. The school handles your transfer to the beach, provides all equipment and insurance, and teaches you board control, water safety and how the ocean moves. You're back by early afternoon, salty and tired.
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Step-by-step itinerary
Surf class and beach practice in Famara
- Meet at surf school
- Receive wetsuits and gather group
- Walk to the beach
- Warm-up and theory session
- Practice surfing in the water
- Return to surf school
The experience
Hands grip the board's rails, knees bend, weight shifts forward, and then the instructor is already in the water showing you how it's supposed to feel. That's how the morning starts at the Famara surf school in Lanzarote. You show up at 9:15 or 11:45 (depending on which slot you pick), get fitted into a wetsuit, and walk down to the beach with a small group of people you've never met. The volcanic backdrop doesn't feel like a postcard yet. It's just there, part of the air.
The class runs two hours straight. First comes the warm-up on the sand and a quick talk about how the ocean actually moves: tides, currents, the things that matter when you're trying not to panic. Then you're in the water with your instructor, learning to pop up on the board, how to angle it, where your feet go. The instructors here have been doing this for over twenty years, so they know how to spot the moment someone's about to get it and the moment someone needs a break. Famara works for all levels because the beach has consistent swell and a forgiving bottom. Whether you've never surfed or you're brushing up, the conditions stay manageable.
You don't arrange anything yourself. The school handles the transfer from their location to the beach, provides all the gear (board, wetsuit, the lot), and covers liability insurance. The only thing you need to bring is the ability to swim and a willingness to be a bit cold and salty for a couple of hours. By 12:00 or 14:30, depending on your slot, you're back at the school rinsing off, still buzzing from whatever you just did out there.
What’s included
Your two-hour session includes transfer from the school to Famara beach, a full wetsuit and surfboard, all necessary equipment, and liability insurance. The instructor leads a warm-up and theory session on land before taking the group into the water for hands-on practice.
Before you book
Lasts 2h, runs every day at 10:00 and 12:30, from € 50 per person, with a live guide in English, Spanish and French, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.
Prices and times updated 11 days ago
Operated by Calima Surf
Is this one for you?Right for anyone who wants to learn surfing in a place where conditions stay consistent year-round and doesn't want to arrange transport or equipment themselves. The school handles both, which leaves you free to focus on the water.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, Spanish and French.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (16 to 17 years). Children under 16 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
Do I need to know how to swim?
Yes, swimming ability is required. It's a safety requirement for the class.
What time does the class start?
Two options: 9:15–12:00 or 11:45–14:30. Both are two-hour sessions.
Is equipment included?
Yes. The school provides the board, wetsuit, and all necessary gear. Liability insurance is also included.
Can I do this if I've never surfed before?
Yes. The class is designed for all levels, from complete beginners to those with some experience.
Is there a transfer to the beach?
Yes. Transfer from the school to Famara beach is included.
Is this suitable if I'm pregnant?
No, the class is not recommended for pregnant travelers.
What if I have heart or fitness concerns?
The class is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Check with your doctor if you have concerns.
How many people are in a class?
The reference doesn't specify group size, but classes are small enough for instructors to give individual attention.
Lanzarote Surf Class Famara: 2-Hour Beginner & Intermediate
2h · EN · ES · FR
from € 50 per person