Ride the waves with Kontraola’s expert group surfing classes at Playa de las Américas in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Perfect for beginners, gain top tips and gear in just two hours.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Basic fitness needed for paddling and standing up on the board; suitable for most able-bodied beginners.
Wildlife
History
Santa Cruz de Tenerife developed around its harbor in the 18th century and remains a cultural nexus with a history tied to maritime trade and island settlement.
Conservation
Local groups and surf schools like Kontraola support clean beaches initiatives to protect Tenerife’s sensitive marine environments.
Kontraola
Ride the waves with Kontraola’s expert group surfing classes at Playa de las Américas in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Perfect for beginners, gain top tips and gear in just two hours.
Kontraola is a surf school based in Playa de la Américas in the Canarias that specializes in short, skill-focused surf lessons. The company offers three structured lesson formats: Clase semi-privada, Clase en grupo, and Clase privada. Each session runs for two hours and is designed for beginners and for learners seeking to enhance existing skills.
All classes are led by expert instructors and supplied with top-quality equipment, ensuring safe, attentive instruction in a popular beachfront setting. Clase semi-privada combines close personal attention with a small group dynamic, while Clase en grupo provides a supportive group environment for shared learning experiences. Clase privada delivers one-on-one coaching and focused progression for riders who want individualized feedback and faster results.
Kontraola emphasizes personalized guidance during each two-hour lesson, aiming to help participants stand up on the board and catch their first waves when conditions allow. Lessons take place at Playa de las Américas, a well-known surf spot in the Canarias that offers consistent beach breaks suitable for beginner-friendly sessions.
Booking information, exact meeting points, and availability details are provided through the business’s reservation channels. Kontraola’s offerings are practical for holidaymakers and local learners seeking concentrated surf instruction without committing to multi-day programs. The combination of short, two-hour lesson lengths, experienced instruction, and quality gear makes Kontraola a straightforward option for learning to surf in Playa de la Américas.
Location
Playa de la Américas
Surf lessons in the Canarias
Lesson Length
2 hours
All classes run two hours
Class Types
3 class options
Semi-private, group, private
Instructors
Expert instructors
Personalized guidance provided
Select Clase semi-privada, Clase en grupo, or Clase privada to learn with expert instructors and quality gear — reserve a spot through Kontraola’s booking channels.
Choose the right board
For beginners, a soft-top longboard offers better stability and easier paddling on the mellow waves of Playa de las Américas.
Stay hydrated
Bring water to stay hydrated before and after your session; the sun can be deceptively strong year-round.
Arrive early
Early morning sessions mean smaller crowds and cleaner waves, providing a better learning environment.
Respect local surfers
Maintain proper surf etiquette to ensure a friendly atmosphere with experienced locals sharing the break.
Wetsuit
Protects against cooler water and provides buoyancy during lessons year-round.
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Surfboard (provided)
Beginner-friendly boards supplied by Kontraola to suit skill level and wave conditions.
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Sunscreen
High SPF is necessary to protect skin from intense sun exposure on open water.
summer
Water Bottle
Staying hydrated boosts endurance and comfort throughout the session.
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