Calima Surf School
Calima Surf School has been teaching surfing in Caleta de Famara, Lanzarote since 1996, making it one of the longest-running surf schools in Spain. The school follows the British Surfing Association's Level 3 teaching program and offers a guarantee that students who don't learn to surf within 5 days can continue for free until they do. Beyond surf lessons, Calima also runs kitesurf, diving, and yoga programs, along with its own surf house accommodation in the village.
- First surf camp in Spain, founded in 1996
- Over 20 qualified instructors on staff
- TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice award
- TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice award with a 5.0 rating from over 798 reviews
- Over 92,000 students taught since opening in 1996
- 5-day learn-to-surf guarantee — stay on free if you don't learn to surf within 5 days
- 20 qualified instructors across 32 programmes
- One of Spain's first surf camps, founded in 1996
- Over 7,500 students trained each year
- Team of around 20 qualified instructors
Prices confirmed by Calima Surf School · Sep 2026
Calima Surf School teaches kitesurfing & surfing in Famara, Spain, with Federacion Espanola de Surf / O'Neill Surf Academy / SurfCamp.es / British Surfing Association (BSA) / IOSUP (International Organisation for Stand Up Paddle) / Federación Canaria de Surf / IOSUP / Drysurf Training System-certified instruction, in English, Spanish, from age 0. Beginner courses from €120.
Who teaches here
Teaching since 1996.
Beyond the courses
What’s on site
What this school offers
Courses grouped by sport.
Kitesurfing
1 courseSurfing
2 coursesAccommodation
Lodging the school offers or partners with.
How this school compares.
Across 5 schools we track in Caleta de Famara.
Calima Surf School — common questions
Is there a minimum age for courses?
There is no minimum age, though students under 18 need written consent from a parent or guardian.
Do I need previous surfing experience to join?
No experience is necessary — lessons suit all levels, especially beginners, at Famara beach year-round.
What does a typical course day include?
Daily classes run about five hours, roughly 10:00-15:00, including around 3.5 hours in the water plus theory, warm-up, and lunch breaks.
Can I rent equipment without taking a course?
Yes, boards and wetsuits in all sizes can be rented with valid ID; rental hours run 9:00-18:00.
What should I bring?
Sun protection, sunglasses, a cap, a beach towel, and swimwear; a coat is recommended, especially from November to mid-July.
Is there a guarantee I'll learn to surf?
Yes — the school's 5-day programme guarantees you'll learn to surf, or you can stay on and continue for free.
Is there a minimum age for the surf courses?
There is no minimum age, but participants under 18 need written consent from a parent or guardian.
Can I rent surf equipment without taking a course?
Yes. Foam boards for beginners, as well as Bic, NSP, and epoxy boards of various sizes, are available to rent, along with wetsuits in all sizes.
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