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Peña Txuri Surf Eskola

Basque Surf Federation (EHSF) certified·Sopela, Spain

Peña Txuri Surf Eskola teaches surfing in Sopela, Spain, with Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)-certified instruction, in Spanish, Basque, English, French, in groups of up to 6 per instructor.

Certified instructionBasque Surf Federation (EHSF)
LocationSopela, Spain
SportSurfing
Water typeocean
LanguagesSpanish, Basque, English, French
Group sizeMax 6 per instructor
Minimum ageFrom 6
Websiteescueladesurfsopelana.com

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About Peña Txuri Surf Eskola

Founded in 1989 on Sopela's Arrietara beach, Peña Txuri Surf Eskola set out to give the local community the chance to learn to surf, and has grown into one of the longest-running surf schools on the Basque coast. Beyond standard adult and children's classes, the school runs adapted surf lessons for people with disabilities and advanced training for competitive surfers.

  • Founded in 1989, one of Sopelana's longest-running surf schools
  • All instructors certified by the Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
  • Offers adapted surf lessons for people with disabilities
Good to know
Where
Sopelana, Spain
Taught in
Spanish, Basque, English, French
Certified by
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Teaching since
1989
Hours
June–September: 08:00–21:00, tide-dependent, with 8+ classes daily; October–May: two daily sessions (morning and afternoon), tide-dependent
The spot
Water
ocean

Who teaches here

Teaching since 1989.

Aritza Saratxaga
Technical Director
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Txaber Gaminde
Surf Instructor
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Adrián López
Surf Instructor
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Denis Martínez
Surf Instructor
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Ander Idarraga
Surf Instructor
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Blanca Beuste
Surf Instructor
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Yeray Rodriguez
Surf Instructor
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Enara Eloriaga
Surf Instructor
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Inda Urrestarazu
Surf Instructor
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Manuela Cortina
Surf Instructor
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Naia Aramendia
Surf Instructor
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Josean de Andres
Surf Instructor
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Eneko Elorduy
Surf Instructor
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Ander Urkijo
Surf Instructor
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)
Mounaim Balghait
Surf Instructor
Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)

Beyond the courses

Camps

Courses & prices

Beginner courses

Surf Course (2 days)

2d · Group 1+ · BeginnerIncluded: equipment · insuranceAs published: “desde 70 €”
€70per personAsk
Taster lessons

Single Surf Lesson (group)

1.5h · Group 1+Included: equipment · insuranceIncludes instructor, surfboard, wetsuit, insurance and lycra (as stated).As published: “Desde 30 € por persona”
€30per personAsk
Children's group lesson

Children's Surf Class

Children's group lessonIncluded: board · wetsuit · insuranceFor children from age 6, grouped by age and skill level.
—Ask
Adapted surf lesson for people with disabilities

Adapted Surf Class

Adapted surf lesson for people with disabilitiesIncluded: board · wetsuit · insurance
—Ask
Advanced and perfecting class

Advanced and Perfecting Class

Advanced and perfecting classIncluded: board · wetsuit · insurance
—Ask
Competition and high-performance training

Competition and High-Performance Training

Competition and high-performance trainingIncluded: board · wetsuit · insurance
—Ask

Surfboard

Surfing · 2 hours
€10per 2 hours

Wetsuit

Surfing · 2 hours
€10per 2 hours

Complete Surf Set

Surfing · 2 hours
€25per 2 hours
FAQ

Peña Txuri Surf Eskola — common questions

What is the minimum age for surf lessons?

Children can start surf lessons from age 6, while summer camps welcome kids from age 4.

What is the maximum number of students per instructor?

Regular classes are capped at a maximum of 6 students per instructor.

What languages are lessons taught in?

Lessons are available in Basque, Spanish, English and French.

What should I bring to class?

Just a swimsuit, flip-flops and a towel — the school provides the board, wetsuit and all other equipment.

How do I get to the beach by public transport?

Take Bilbao Metro Line 1 to Larrabasterra, then it's a 15-minute walk or a short shuttle bus ride to Arrietara Beach in Sopelana.

Is Peña Txuri Surf Eskola suitable for beginners?

Yes — Peña Txuri Surf Eskola lists a beginner course at €70/2 days.

What languages does Peña Txuri Surf Eskola teach in?

Peña Txuri Surf Eskola teaches in Spanish, Basque, English, French.

Is Peña Txuri Surf Eskola certified?

Yes — Peña Txuri Surf Eskola is Basque Surf Federation (EHSF)-certified.

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