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Surf Lessons in Tarifa

Private, semi-private or group · Beginner, Basic Course and Full Course · With Diego Hernán Díaz

🏄 Beginner, Basic and Full 🗣️ Languages ES · EN · FR · IT 🛡️ Insurance included 🏄‍♂️ Board, wetsuit and leash included 📍 Spot chosen by the day's conditions
Choose your format

Your surf lesson, tailored to you

Same content and progression in every format. The pace and price change depending on whether you come alone, as a couple or in a group.

Private

👤 1 student · 1 instructor
Fastest progress: all the instructor's attention is yours.
Beginner2 hours
100€
Basic Course3 days · 6 hours
270€
Full Course5 days · 10 hours
405€
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Semi-private

👥 2 students · 1 instructor
Price per person. Ideal for couples or friends, without giving up the instructor's attention.
Beginner2 hours
70€
Basic Course3 days · 6 hours
195€
Full Course5 days · 10 hours
305€
Book Beginner Book Full Course

Group

👨‍👩‍👧 small group · 1 instructor
Price per person. The most affordable option, with the best atmosphere to learn.
Beginner2 hours
45€
Basic Course3 days · 6 hours
125€
Full Course5 days · 10 hours
195€
Book Beginner Book Full Course

for prices and availability for families or large groups.

Kitesurf lessons 🪁

Our core activity in Tarifa since 2004. Private, semi-private or group.

from €75
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Wingfoil lessons 🪽

The sport everyone is talking about: easy, safe and addictive. Intro to the wing and the foil with all the gear.

from €75
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Comparison

Which one suits me?

All include instructor, insurance, board, wetsuit and leash. Choose by pace and budget.

 PrivateSemi-private ★Group
Students per instructor12small group
Beginner100€2 h70€per person · 2 h45€per person · 2 h
Basic Course270€3 days · 6 h195€/person3 days · 6 h125€/person3 days · 6 h
Full Course405€5 days · 10 h305€/person5 days · 10 h195€/person5 days · 10 h
Progress pace★★★ fastest★★ fast★ moderate
Ideal forFast progress / short staysCouples and friendsTight budgets
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Students surfing on the beaches of Tarifa
Surfing in Tarifa

A coastline made for learning

Tarifa has long sandy-bottomed beaches with gentle, consistent waves thanks to its Atlantic exposure. It's a perfect spot both for your first paddles and for refining your take-off safely.

Every day we choose the beach and the stretch with the best conditions for the sea state and the group's level, always putting your safety first.

Real progress

From lying on the board to catching your first wave

We work on position, paddling and the take-off step by step, in small groups, so each student progresses at their own pace. The goal of the Full Course is for you to leave Tarifa catching waves standing up with confidence.

Surfer catching a wave in Tarifa
No surprises

What the surf lesson includes

🧑‍🏫 Instructor
🛡️ Insurance
🏄 Surfboard
🌊 Wetsuit
🪢 Leash

What to bring: swimwear, towel, sunglasses and SPF 50 sunscreen.

Our method

How we teach surfing

Structured progression adapted to each student's level, always putting safety in the water first.

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Safety and sea conditions

Explanation of the day's conditions, currents, swell and safety rules before going in.

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Knowing your gear

How the board, wetsuit and leash work, and how to carry and use them properly.

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Position on the board

Correct body position lying on the board, the foundation for everything else.

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Paddling technique

How to paddle efficiently to gain speed and position yourself in the right spot on the wave.

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Take-off

The key moment of standing up on the board as you catch the wave, step by step.

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Balance and stance

Working on balance and body posture once you're standing, to keep control of the board.

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Getting in and out of the water

Safe technique to get in and out of the surf zone without losing control of the board.

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Basic wave reading

Basic notions to spot and choose which wave to catch.

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Individual progress

Each student progresses at their own pace within the group, according to their level and development in each session.

Diego Hernán Díaz surfing a wave
Your instructor

Diego Hernán Díaz

Kitesurf and wingfoil instructor and senior surf expert, with more than 10 years of experience teaching on Tarifa's beaches. His priority is safety in the water and letting each student progress at their own pace.

Lessons in Spanish, English, French and Italian.

Location

Where are the surf lessons?

We choose the area of Tarifa with the best conditions for safety and learning depending on the sea, the wind and the students' level. We'll confirm the exact meeting point when you book.

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Live to Fly · Active Tourism

Activity organised by Live to Fly, registered Active Tourism company no. AT/CA/00420.

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Usual base at Valdevaqueros

Lessons based next to Hotel Copacabana, with showers and gear storage for our students.

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Shop in the centre of Tarifa

Physical shop and showroom at C/ Coronel Francisco Valdés 10, Tarifa: your go-to place for questions or buying gear.

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Service in 4 languages

Lessons in Spanish, English, French and Italian.

FAQ

Before you book

Can anyone learn to surf?
Yes. No previous experience or special fitness is needed. What matters is being able to swim and wanting to learn. There is no upper age limit for the adult course.
What's the difference between Beginner, Basic Course and Full Course?
Beginner (2 h) is a first taste: safety, gear, paddling and first waves. The Basic Course (3 days/6 h) goes deeper into the take-off and balance. The Full Course (5 days/10 h) is designed to consolidate your technique and catch waves standing up with confidence.
Which format suits me: private, semi-private or group?
Private gives you all the instructor's attention and the fastest progress. Semi-private is ideal for couples or friends. Group is the most affordable option, with a great atmosphere to learn.
What should I bring on the day?
Bring swimwear, a towel, sunglasses and SPF 50 sunscreen. The board, wetsuit and leash are included in the price.
Is insurance included?
Yes. All our surf lessons include liability insurance.
Where do we meet on the first day?
At our shop: C/ Coronel Francisco Valdés 10, 11380 Tarifa, or directly on the beach depending on your booking. We'll confirm the exact meeting point when you book.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes, especially in summer, when we recommend booking at least a few days ahead. Message us on WhatsApp to confirm a slot.
Book your lesson

Ready to catch your first wave?

Message us on WhatsApp and we'll confirm availability and the meeting point.