Tenerife's south coast has year-round beginner waves: the beach breaks at Playa de las Américas work on smaller swells, and El Médano offers a long sandy bottom when the wind is right. A standard group lesson lasts 2 hours including beach theory, with boards, wetsuits and insurance included and groups capped around 6–8 per instructor. Private lessons cost more but halve the learning time. Kids from about 6–8 can join children's groups. Tell us your level and dates; we match you with a licensed surf school and you pay them directly.
Real prices — what it costs
| Lesson | Typical price (per person) | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Group lesson (2h) | €35–45 | Max 6–8 per instructor, all gear included |
| Private lesson (2h) | €60–80 | One-to-one or your own small group |
| 3-lesson pack | €95–120 | The realistic route to surfing green waves |
| Kids' groups | €30–40 | Age 6–12, smaller boards, extra supervision |
Real 2026 market ranges, confirmed with local operators. Your exact price is fixed on WhatsApp before you book — no surprises, no prepayment to us.
What's included
- Soft-top board and wetsuit
- Qualified instructor and beach theory
- Insurance
- Photos from some schools (ask when booking)
Duration & departure
- Duration: 2 hours per lesson
- Departure: Playa de las Américas or El Médano, depending on conditions — schools pick the best beach daily
Who it's for (and who it isn't)
Total beginners (most of the school), returning surfers who want local spot knowledge, and families — kids' groups run separately with smaller boards. The honest truth: one lesson gets you standing in the whitewash; a 3-lesson pack gets you actually surfing. Intermediates should ask about reef breaks rather than booking beginner groups.
Honest tips before you book
- One lesson is a taster; three lessons is when it clicks — packs are better value.
- Schools choose the beach daily based on swell; trust the change of plan.
- Morning lessons dodge the afternoon wind at El Médano.
- You will be tired: paddling uses muscles you forgot you had. Rest day after.