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KOA Escuela de Surf
Cantabrian Surf Federation certified·Somo, Spain
KOA Escuela de Surf teaches surfing in Somo, Spain, with Cantabrian Surf Federation-certified instruction, in Spanish, English, Italian.
Certified instructionCantabrian Surf Federation
LocationSomo, Spain
SportSurfing
Water typeocean
LanguagesSpanish, English, Italian
Websitekoaescueladesurf.com
Prices compiled from public sources (as of May 2026) — not yet confirmed by the school. Run this school? Confirm or correct →
About KOA Escuela de Surf
KOA Escuela de Surf teaches surfing from Somo, Cantabria, within Spain's first Natural Surf Reserve, along nearly 8 km of coastline spanning the beaches of El Puntal, Somo, and Loredo. Its instructors are certified by the Cantabrian Surf Federation and hold Level I or II Sporting Technician qualifications. The school has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence.
- Located in Spain's first Natural Surf Reserve
- Nearly 8 km of coastline across three beaches
- Instructors certified by the Cantabrian Surf Federation
- TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
- More than ten years teaching surf
- 5-star rating on TripAdvisor
- 5-star traveller rating on TripAdvisor
- Open almost all year round
Good to know
Where
Somo, Spain
Season
Waves break year-round at this spot
Taught in
Spanish, English, Italian
Certified by
Cantabrian Surf Federation
The spot
Level
beginner-friendly
Water
ocean
Waves
Described as consistent surf conditions year-round (365 days).
Who teaches here
What’s on site
AccommodationRental deposit
Courses & prices
Group Surf Course - 2 Classes
GroupIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceAs published: “2 Classes €70”€70per personAsk
Group Surf Course - 3 Classes
GroupIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceAs published: “3 Classes €90”€90per personAsk
Group Surf Course - 4 Classes
GroupIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceAs published: “4 Classes €120”€120per personAsk
Group Surf Course - 5 Classes
GroupIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceAs published: “5 Classes €145”€145per personAsk
Curso de Surf en Grupo - 2 Clases
GroupIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceAs published: “2 Clases 70€”€70per personAsk
Curso de Surf en Grupo - 3 Clases
GroupIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceAs published: “3 Clases 90€”€90per personAsk
Curso de Surf en Grupo - 4 Clases
GroupIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceAs published: “4 Clases 120€”€120per personAsk
Curso de Surf en Grupo - 5 Clases
GroupIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceAs published: “5 Clases 145€”€145per personAsk
Individual Class
PrivateIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceAs published: “INDIVIDUAL €70 per person / 1 Class €70”€70per personAsk
Clase Individual
PrivateIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceAs published: “INDIVIDUAL € 70 por persona / 1 Clase 70€”€70per personAsk
Surf Lesson
Course · Group 1+Surf lessons for all levels are advertised.As published: “Surf Classes from €35”€35per personAsk
Pair Surf Course - 1 Class
CourseIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceLessons taken in pairs of two, price per person.As published: “IN PAIRS €49 per person / 1 Class €49”€49per personAsk
Pair Surf Course - 2 Classes
CourseIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceLessons taken in pairs of two, price per person.As published: “2 Classes €95”€95per personAsk
Pair Surf Course - 3 Classes
CourseIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceLessons taken in pairs of two, price per person.As published: “3 Classes €140”€140per personAsk
Pair Surf Course - 4 Classes
CourseIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceLessons taken in pairs of two, price per person.As published: “4 Classes €185”€185per personAsk
Pair Surf Course - 5 Classes
CourseIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceLessons taken in pairs of two, price per person.As published: “5 Classes €230”€230per personAsk
Curso de Surf en Pareja - 1 Clase
CourseIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceLessons taken in pairs of two, price per person.As published: “EN PAREJA € 49 por persona / 1 Clase 49€”€49per personAsk
Curso de Surf en Pareja - 2 Clases
CourseIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceLessons taken in pairs of two, price per person.As published: “2 Clases 95€”€95per personAsk
Curso de Surf en Pareja - 3 Clases
CourseIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceLessons taken in pairs of two, price per person.As published: “3 Clases 140€”€140per personAsk
Curso de Surf en Pareja - 4 Clases
CourseIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceLessons taken in pairs of two, price per person.As published: “4 Clases 185€”€185per personAsk
Curso de Surf en Pareja - 5 Clases
CourseIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · sports accident insurance · liability insuranceLessons taken in pairs of two, price per person.As published: “5 Clases 230€”€230per personAsk
Surf Equipment Rental
SurfingShortboard rental (board only, 1 day)
Surfing · 1 día (hasta cierre)Shortboard + wetsuit rental (1 day)
Surfing · 1 día (hasta cierre)Shortboard + wetsuit rental (7 days)
Surfing · 7 díasLongboard rental (board only, 1 day)
Surfing · 1 día (hasta cierre)Longboard + wetsuit rental (1 day)
Surfing · 1 día (hasta cierre)Longboard + wetsuit rental (7 days)
Surfing · 7 díasHow this school compares.
Surfing lessons compared per hour booked, gear as a full set — against the schools in Somo that publish a comparable surfing price.
More than most here — the typical school teaches in 2
FAQ
KOA Escuela de Surf — common questions
Can I book lessons if I've never surfed before?
Yes, complete beginners can book a surf pack or lessons with no prior experience — the school is prepared to teach from scratch and guide first-timers through their first waves.
Does the surf pack include accommodation?
Yes, several accommodation options are offered, from apartments to hotel rooms, tailored to the guest's preference.
How many classes are recommended to get started with surfing?
Between 3 and 5 classes are recommended to learn the basics of surfing, such as paddling, take-off and reading waves; a 5-day or one-week course is ideal for more complete training.
Can I rent surf equipment without taking a course?
Yes, a wide range of boards and wetsuits is available for rental, though the school recommends taking a lesson first if you have no experience with the sport.
Are lessons offered in languages other than Spanish?
Yes, the school adapts to the client's language on request.
Which languages can I learn in at KOA Escuela de Surf?
You can learn in Spanish, English, Italian at KOA Escuela de Surf.
What certification does KOA Escuela de Surf have?
KOA Escuela de Surf is Cantabrian Surf Federation-certified.
Who are the instructors at KOA Escuela de Surf?
Víctor Otero, Raquel, Pablo "Teja" teach at KOA Escuela de Surf.
Contact KOA Escuela de Surf
Bo. Pinar de Arna, 83, 39140 Somo, Cantabria, Spain · Open in Google Maps