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Beginner surf lessons in El Palmar, Cádiz

Learn to surf from zero.
2-hour beginner surf lessons on El Palmar beach (Vejer, Cádiz) in groups of up to 8, with surfboard and wetsuit included. €35 per lesson, and down to €25 with a lesson pack.
★ 4.9 on Google · 500+ reviews · BeyondSurfing Award
Learn to surf in Spain

Your first surf lesson in El Palmar.

Our beginner surf lessons are designed for people who have never stood on a surfboard. In 2 hours you learn how waves and currents work, how to paddle, how to pop up and how to catch your first waves in the white water, always with a qualified instructor next to you in the water.

El Palmar is one of the best beaches in Spain to learn to surf: 8 km of sandy beach on the Costa de la Luz, no rocks or reefs, and soft, consistent waves from autumn to spring. You only need to be able to swim. Lessons run every day of the year, morning or afternoon depending on the tide, and we teach in English, Spanish, German, French and Italian.

How the lesson works

Everything you need for your first waves.

2-hour surf lesson

Warm-up and safety on the sand, then most of the time in the water practising with your instructor’s feedback.

Board and wetsuit included

Soft beginner surfboard and a wetsuit suited to the season. Just bring swimwear, a towel and sun cream.

Max. 8 people per group

Small groups so your instructor can correct your paddling and pop-up wave after wave.

Qualified surf instructors

Certified instructors who choose the best spot and time each day based on tides and swell.
Prices

Beginner surf lesson prices.

One 2-hour lesson costs €35. With a pack of 2 to 7 lessons each lesson gets cheaper, down to €25. Board and wetsuit are always included.
PackPricePer lesson
1 lesson€35€35
2 lessons€65€32.50
3 lessons€90€30
4 lessons€115€28.75
5 lessons€135€27
6 lessons€155€25.83
7 lessons€175€25
Why El Palmar

The best beach in Andalusia to learn to surf.

Sandy bottom, no reefs

A safe beach for beginners: soft sand under your feet and plenty of white water to practise in.

Surf all year round

The best waves arrive from September to June, with a mild climate even in winter. Fewer crowds than Portugal or the Canary Islands.

Lessons in 5 languages

English, Spanish, German, French and Italian, so you understand every correction.

4.9★ from 500+ reviews

One of the best-rated surf schools in Cádiz on Google, with the BeyondSurfing award.
FAQ

Beginner surf lessons FAQ.

Still have questions? Message us on WhatsApp and we’ll answer in your language.

No. The beginner lesson starts from zero. You only need to be able to swim and want to have fun in the sea.

One 2-hour lesson costs €35. Packs: 2 lessons €65, 3 lessons €90, 4 lessons €115, 5 lessons €135, 6 lessons €155 and 7 lessons €175.

In 2 lessons most people stand up and ride their first waves in the white water. To surf on your own with confidence we recommend a pack of 4 to 7 lessons.

Not at all. Many of our students start surfing at 40, 50 or older. Lessons are adapted to each person’s pace and fitness.

There are morning and afternoon lessons. Times depend on the tides and sea conditions, so we confirm the exact time a few days before.

From age 11, yes. Children aged 5 to 11 take private kids surf lessons with their own instructor.

Yes. Our instructors teach in English, Spanish, German, French and Italian.

Swimwear, a towel and sun cream. We provide the surfboard and wetsuit, and there are changing rooms and showers at the school.

Surf Club El Palmar

Book your first surf lesson.

Paseo Marítimo, Playa s/n · 11159 El Palmar de Vejer, Cádiz · Every day from 9:00 to 21:00.