Surf Lessons in Gran Canaria for All Levels – With Surf Canaries
Small groups, maximum 5 students per instructor
More space, more time, and personal attention to help you progress faster and surf with confidence.
Surf Canaries is a small, family-run surf school in Gran Canaria, based right on the beach at Playa del Inglés, just behind the Maspalomas dunes. Since 2007, we’ve been offering high-quality surf lessons for beginners and intermediate surfers focused on safety, fun and fine-tuning your skills.
Why surf with Surf Canaries?
- Learn with experienced, qualified surf instructors
- Enjoy surfing in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
- Find like-minded people and share the experience
- Clear safety guidance, especially for beginners
- Tailored coaching for all levels
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Photos included — so you never forget your first wave
We choose our surf spots day by day, depending on swell, wind, and tides. If conditions change, we’ll take you in our surf van to the best beach on the island for learning that day.
We are looking forward to meet you. 🌞
➛ Book your surf lesson now and make the most of your time in Gran Canaria.
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BEGINNER LESSONS (GROUP)
IMPROVER LESSONS (GROUP)
PRIVATE SURF CLASSES
What do I need?
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Swimwear (Tip: wear it already)
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Towel
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Change of clothes
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Suncream
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Sun hat
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Copy of your ID & European Health Card (if you have one)
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A smile 🙂
Stay Hydrated!
We’re committed to reducing single-use plastic and minimizing water waste. That’s why we offer a free water refill station for all our students.
Bring your reusable water bottle and fill up as much as you need for your surf day—fresh, clean, and plastic-free!
Forgot your bottle? No worries—we’ve got eco-friendly alternatives available at the school.
What´s included?
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Total session time: approx. 4 hours per day
(Includes ~2 hours in the water + land-based training) - Small group ratio (max. 1:5)
- All surf equipment
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Beach warm-up & mobility
- Progressing theory sessions
- Video analysis (Day 3)
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Surfskate training (Day 4)
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Wave science (Day 5)
- Surf practical classes
- Third Party & Accident Insurance
- Fruit & Water
- Photos of you surfing free of charge
- 10% Discount in our surf shop
Timetable
We generally start 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 Saturday.
Looking for more surf sessions or courses that aren’t showing on the booking calendar? No worries—just drop us a message at [email protected] and we’ll fill you in on any extra availability! 🌊🤙
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At Surf Canaries, we offer a premium surf experience with a small group-to-instructor ratio, expert coaching, and top-notch equipment. No hidden fees — great value, expert guidance, and a lot of fun. Book your lesson today and start your surf adventure!
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ABOUT US - Get to know the Surf Canaries team, our philosophy, and why we’re trusted by thousands of surfers from all around the world.
SURFBOARD RENTALS – A full range of surfboards to rent for all levels, just steps from the beach at Playa del Inglés. Flexible rental times, expert local advice, and well-maintained gear matched to the conditions.
SURF & SLEEP - Stay close to the waves. We’ve handpicked surf-friendly accommodation to stay — comfortable, convenient, and with the right vibe for unwinding after a session.
SURF SCHOOL IN GRAN CANARIA – PLAYA DEL INGLÉS
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
SURF SCHOOL IN PLAYA DEL INGLÉS & MASPALOMAS
You’ll find Surf Canaries right on the beach in Playa del Inglés, just behind the Maspalomas dunes.
Our surf school in Gran Canaria is easy to reach and the perfect base for lessons, equipment, and local advice. We run surf lessons in Gran Canaria for beginners and intermediate surfers in small groups with experienced instructors.
Drop by or give us a quick call – we’ll get you in the water, no fuss.
SURFING IN GRAN CANARIA – WARM WAVES, ALL YEAR ROUND
They call it the Hawaii of the Atlantic for a reason. Gran Canaria offers consistent surf, beginner-friendly waves, and warm water all year round – especially in the sunny south around Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas.
Whether it’s your first time or you’re improving your skills, you’ll find reliable conditions and the ideal environment to learn to surf. It’s one of the best places to learn to surf in Gran Canaria, with consistent waves and ideal beginner conditions.
MOBILE SURF SCHOOL – WE GO WHERE THE WAVES ARE IDEAL FOR LEARNING
We don’t stay in one spot. As a mobile surf school, we choose the best beach each day based on conditions and your level – keeping your surf sessions safe, fun, and frustration-free.
You focus on surfing. We handle the rest.
Find out why our surfers say we’re the best surf school in Gran Canaria:
Trail361...
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ September 2025
Surf Canaries is the best surf school I’ve experienced so far. You feel welcome straight away. Lessons start with theory, followed by video analysis on day 3 (or earlier), surfskate training for turns, and very personal, individual coaching from the instructors. Highly professional, but always with plenty of fun and good vibes. I learned a lot once again and I’m very grateful to Julien and Jordan. I’d come back anytime!
Belén
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ May 2025
"An incredible experience with Surf Canaries!" We had a great morning at La Laja with instructors Julien and Candela. Both were super professional, friendly, and made us feel comfortable from the very beginning. The lessons were very well organized, adapted to our level, and had a fun, relaxed vibe. For me, it was an amazing experience — I’d say it’s the best surf school in Gran Canaria. They take safety seriously and teach you different techniques, all with great energy. Thanks for everything!
Jason
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ April 2025
"The Best surf school I've ever been to."
I’ve taken surf lessons in a few places, and this has been the best so far. The instructors are professional, friendly, and really know how to adapt to different skill levels. The lessons felt well-structured but still relaxed and fun.
The beach location is ideal for learning, and the team made sure everyone felt safe and supported in the water. Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for the best surf school in Gran Canaria.
Miriam
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ April 2025
"Amazing experience at Surf Canaries!!"
I’ve always dreamt to learn how to surf and I couldn’t find a better team to teach me the right technique from scratch!
Their team offers personalized trainings, adapted to every level, so it’s a perfect experience that I’d recommend to anyone, both if they’re experienced surfers and want to find a great team to train with or if they’re beginners getting to discover this sport
Can’t wait to go back already 🏄🏻
Sebastian
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ January 2025
I’d give 6⭐️ if I could. Great instructors, awesome atmosphere, feedback in every session and video analysis of the surfing.
Plus, tasty oranges at every class. I’ll definitely come back here someday 😁
Thank you Scarlet, Julian, Jordan, and Dani. It was amazing!!!
Michaela
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ September 2024
I absolutely loved this experience from the beginning to the end!! I don’t usually write reviews but this surfing school is just the absolute gold! 100% recommend
Martinaersin
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ January 2020
"Best Surf School Ever"
Since 6 years now we have taken some surf classes every year, the team of this surf
school is absolutely amazing. You learn a lot even from day one on and it is always a lot of fun. The teachers are very professional and taking
care of anyone in the group, also you get video analysis and photos from the day! We can absolutely recommend this great place.
Matt
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ October 2018
"The Best Surfing School I’ve Ever Tried"
The way the instructors teach you the basics in a classroom setting, then have you
practice the moves on the beach, then push you onto your first waves, cheer you on and applaud when you are doing well, is just wonderful. The groups are kept
small, 5 students per instructor max, and they teach and coach specifically to you. Their constant feedback and tips make you progress
super fast. And the instructor’s enthusiasm just makes it super fun. They also have a photographer come out, and they get you the pictures for free!
Can’t repeat it enough, this school is highly highly recommended.
Reviews mainly from our Google Profile - you can browse for more here: Surf Canaries on Google