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Learn to catch your first wave on Tenerife’s south coast with a small, certified group lesson that includes photos, gear and post-session snacks. Ideal for beginners, the class pairs technical coaching with practical ocean-safety training.
Learn to catch your first wave on Tenerife’s south coast with a small, certified group lesson that includes photos, gear and post-session snacks. Ideal for beginners, the class pairs technical coaching with practical ocean-safety training.
The Atlantic pushes in steady sets as your instructor talks you through body position on the board — the sand behind you warm, the pier and low cliffs to the west cutting a sharp horizon. In Playa de las Américas the swell is readable and forgiving, the kind that lets a first stand become a grin that hangs on.
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Operated by Shaka Surf School Tenerife · Playa de las Américas, Tenerife
The Atlantic pushes in steady sets as your instructor talks you through body position on the board — the sand behind you warm, the pier and low cliffs to the west cutting a sharp horizon. In Playa de las Américas the swell is readable and forgiving, the kind that lets a first stand become a grin that hangs on.
Tenerife is a volcanic island born of fissures and lava flows, and its south coast was reshaped into a tourist shoreline in the late 20th century. The beach and break here ride on consistent trade-wind energy; waves are shaped by offshore reefs and submerged volcanic shelves. Local surf culture is pragmatic — techniques tuned to changing Atlantic conditions and a surf federation that certifies instructors for safety.
This experience is a 2.5-hour, small-group lesson with a maximum of four students per instructor (additional instructors added for larger groups). Expect a short classroom briefing on takeoff, paddling and ocean awareness, a warm-up, guided in-water practice with an instructor at your side, a two-minute cool-down stretch on the sand and return to base for bottled water, a snack, shower and included photos. Boards, neoprene and booties are provided and instructors are Canarian Surf Federation certified.
Practical guidance: arrive 20–30 minutes early to sign waivers and check conditions, come with swimwear and reef-aware sunscreen, and be honest about your swimming comfort. Lessons are suitable for beginners and progressing riders; instructors adapt teaching to swell and student level. Weather and sea conditions can cancel within 24 hours for safety — plan a back-up morning or afternoon in your itinerary.
easy.
2–3 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic swimming ability and comfort in ocean conditions recommended.
No — the lesson is designed for beginners and intermediates; instructors adapt coaching to each student’s level.
Boards, neoprene, booties, accident insurance, bottled water, a snack, post-lesson shower access and digital photos are included.
For a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before the session; classes may be cancelled by the operator in bad weather.
Yes — children can participate but must be able to follow safety instructions and be comfortable in the ocean; instructors are trained and group sizes are small.
Playa de las Américas transformed from fishing shoreline to resort hub in the 1960s–70s as Tenerife expanded tourist infrastructure for sun-and-sea visitors.
Stick to reef-safe sunscreen, avoid standing on submerged rock outcrops and follow instructors’ no-touch guidelines to minimize impact on coastal habitats.
Shaka Surf School Tenerife operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The Atlantic pushes in steady sets as your instructor talks you through body position on the board — the sand behind you warm, the pier and low cliffs to the west cutting a sharp horizon. In Playa de las Américas the swell is readable and forgiving, the kind that lets a first stand become a grin that hangs on.
The Atlantic pushes in steady sets as your instructor talks you through body position on the board — the sand behind you warm, the pier and low cliffs to the west cutting a sharp horizon. In Playa de las Américas the swell is readable and forgiving, the kind that lets a first stand become a grin that hangs on.
Tenerife is a volcanic island born of fissures and lava flows, and its south coast was reshaped into a tourist shoreline in the late 20th century. The beach and break here ride on consistent trade-wind energy; waves are shaped by offshore reefs and submerged volcanic shelves. Local surf culture is pragmatic — techniques tuned to changing Atlantic conditions and a surf federation that certifies instructors for safety.
This experience is a 2.5-hour, small-group lesson with a maximum of four students per instructor (additional instructors added for larger groups). Expect a short classroom briefing on takeoff, paddling and ocean awareness, a warm-up, guided in-water practice with an instructor at your side, a two-minute cool-down stretch on the sand and return to base for bottled water, a snack, shower and included photos. Boards, neoprene and booties are provided and instructors are Canarian Surf Federation certified.
Practical guidance: arrive 20–30 minutes early to sign waivers and check conditions, come with swimwear and reef-aware sunscreen, and be honest about your swimming comfort. Lessons are suitable for beginners and progressing riders; instructors adapt teaching to swell and student level. Weather and sea conditions can cancel within 24 hours for safety — plan a back-up morning or afternoon in your itinerary.