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„The best surfer out there is the one having the most fun.“ – Unknown

Activate your superpowers and mindset in the waves of Fuerteventura. To improve your surf skills in a short time, you will learn in private groups of max 5 students from the most patient and passionate surf instructor of the island. 

YOUR PERSONAL INSTRUCTOR

MAURO

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WHAT’S INCLUDED?

Surf Coaching at Gracy’s

Surf coaching in water (1,5 – 2 hours) in small group with max 5 students
Insurance (3rd party)
Transfers to / from the villa
All equipment (Surfboard, wetsuit, lycra, leash, booties)
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BEGINNER OR PRO?

find your surf level

If you aren’t sure what level you are, have no fear!
Our instructors will assess your level once you arrive and alocate you to the correct group.

  • LEVEL 1.1

    Total Beginners

    You have never tried surfing, but able to swim.

    At this stage our focus is on teaching you the fundamentals of surfing which includes a dry session on the beach focusing on:

    – Introduction to the surf board and equipment
    – Correct position on the board
    – Paddling technique
    – How to protect yourself, board and others in the water
    – Surf etiquette
    – Passing the white water
    – Correct pop up
    – Correct stance

  • LEVEL 1.2

    Beginner Who Has Tried Surfing A Couple Of Times Before

    This is a challenging stage for both – you and our coaches – because in some surf schools you had before, the techniques used differ from the ones that we use. Therefore, we stick with the ISA method of teaching.

    At this stage, we focus on:

    – Reviewing the basics with you and comparing it with the methods you learned before (level 1.1)
    – Working on your stance for more balance and improving on your pop up and paddling technique
    – Teaching you on the basic stages of a wave and the shape of a wave at the particular beach
    – Talk about positioning in the line up to catch unbroken waves
    – How to do the angle take off and get into an unbroken wave to the left or right
    – Learning how to slow down or accelerate according to the section of the wave
    – Correct stance

  • LEVEL 1.3

    Advanced Beginner

    You have surfed more than a couple of days by now and understand the wave and board mechanics and you feel comfortable in the water most of the time.
    You have more control on catching the waves and your stance, but only able to go straight.

    At this stage we focus on:

    – Reviewing the basics of level 1.1 & 1.2
    – Working on wave reading and positioning in the line up
    – Improving on the angle take off and stance
    – Learning the basics of trimming on a wave

  • LEVEL 2.1

    Beginner Intermediate Surfer

    At this stage, you have pretty good control over your paddling, are able to go out the back and catch unbroken waves and go left or right. You also understand about the waves, surfing and ocean conditions.

    Our focus on you at this stage is:

    – Generating speed on the wave
    – Improving on the wave reading ability
    – Duckdiving
    – Improving the stance for more mobility
    – Bottom turn & top turn fundamentals

  • LEVEL 2.2

    Advanced Intermediate Surfer

    At this stage, you have very good control over your board, are able to make turns to change the direction. You are also riding a short board or a minimal surf board.

    We will focus on:

    – Surfing & Speeding down the line on different type of waves
    – Correct positioning to catch different types of waves
    – Learning to cutback
    – Technical analysis of your top turn and bottom turn
    – Small floaters to pass the sections
    – Duck dive improvement

„Surfing soothes me. It’s always been a kind of zen experience for me. The ocean is so magnificent, peaceful, and awesome. The rest of the world disappears for me when I’m on a wave.“

– Paul Walker

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Frequently Asked Questions

What times do we go surfing?
The surf instructor picks you up at 10:30 am after breakfast.
What boards do we use?
Usually for the Level 1 surfers, we use the soft tops for the first days, before we can call yourself an advanced beginner and the instructor decides for you the hard tops. For level 2 sand above, there is a range of hard tops which we can select from.
What about my first surf lesson?
If you’re having your first go at surfing or have had a lesson or two in the past, we will start from the basics. The basics include introduction to the surf board, the surfing spot, a warm up, a dry session on the beach explaining the basics of the pop up and safety techniques, and then going to catch the first waves in our sub-tropical waters.
Where do the lessons take place?

We are lucky to be located in the middle of the north shore, where we have access to the north, the east, and the west coasts of the islands within 15 minutes driving distance. All spots in these coasts work with different swell and wind directions. That’s why you will get to know the exact location for your next surf experience one day in advance. This also depends on your surfing level and experience.

How does a typical surf session look like?

Your instructor brings you to the surf spot which brings the best conditions. After an effective warm up your surf coach will show you teach you and help you to improve your techniques. Have the time of your life!

After 4 hours (driving included) the surf session is over. You collect your board and the equipment and leave the beach together with your group to go back to Gracy’s.

Can I bring my own board?

You definitely have a special connection with your own board, therefore if it’s convenient for you, we suggest that you bring your own board.

Is the surf board included in the lesson?

Yes, the surf board is included in the lesson for the duration of the surf class. We also provide you with the wet suit.