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Shelter Surf

Zarautz, Spain

Shelter Surf teaches surfing in Zarautz, Spain, in Spanish, Basque, English.

LocationZarautz, Spain
SportSurfing
LanguagesSpanish, Basque, English
Minimum ageFrom 3
Price levelHigher price range here
Websiteshelter.surf

Prices compiled from public sources (as of May 2026) — not yet confirmed by the school. Run this school? Confirm or correct →

About Shelter Surf

Shelter Surf is a surf school in Zarautz, in Spain's Basque Country, founded by professional surfer Aritz Aranburu. The school teaches private and group surf lessons for all ages, from toddlers to competitive teens, alongside functional training and performance coaching for advanced athletes. It also runs seasonal mini camps, teen camps, family classes and a youth academy program.

  • Founded by Aritz Aranburu, the only Spanish surfer to reach the WCT Top 32
  • Founder served as an Olympic surf coach for Paris 2024
  • Certified Family Tourism and Quality Tourism school
  • Founder Aritz Aranburu joined Quiksilver's surf team at age 14
Good to know
Where
Zarautz, Spain
Taught in
Spanish, Basque, English

Who teaches here

Rudy
Warriors and Advanced Coaching Instructor
Louis
Warriors Instructor
Aritz Aranburu
Founder
Oihana Iribar
Director
Indar Unanue
Head Coach
Unai Zabala
Gym Manager
Irati Larrañaga
School Manager
Andoni Dominguez
Instructor
Gaizka San Miguel
Instructor and Sports Coordinator
Markel Miranda
Instructor
Iker Amatriain
Instructor
Endika Miranda
Instructor
Sugar Beobide
Instructor
Mikel Juaristi
Instructor and Physiotherapist
Unai Eizagirre
Instructor
Iker Lopetegi
Instructor
Jon Azkue
Instructor
Mikele Beato
Instructor
Maite Fdez. de Casadevante
Instructor
Maialen Iñarrairaegui
Instructor

What’s on site

GymEvents

Courses & prices

Group lessons

Warriors (Group Surf Program)

1.5h · Group 1+ · GroupIncluded: equipment · insuranceProgram runs from September to June; sessions can be 1.5h or 2h.As published: “Warriors: 1 weekly session of 1.5h, €84”
€84per weekAsk

Warriors (Group Surf Program)

2h · Group 1+ · GroupIncluded: equipment · insuranceAs published: “Warriors: 1 weekly session of 2h, €100”
€100per weekAsk
Open Group Class

Open Group Surf Class

1.5h · GroupIncluded: equipment · insuranceWalk-in group class, no weekly commitment required.
—Ask
Advanced coaching, group

Advanced Coaching - Group (1 Session per Week)

2h · Advanced · GroupIncluded: equipment · insuranceGroup coaching session with video recording and video correction for advanced surfers.As published: “1 Session per Week: €95”
€95per weekAsk

Advanced Coaching - Group (2 Sessions per Week)

2h · Advanced · GroupIncluded: equipment · insuranceGroup coaching session with video recording and video correction for advanced surfers.As published: “2 Sessions per Week: €171”
€171per weekAsk
Advanced coaching

Advanced Coaching - Individual Session

2.5h · Group 1–1 · AdvancedIncluded: equipment · insuranceAs published: “Advanced Coaching: Individual session: €165”
€165for the courseAsk

Advanced Coaching - 3 Session Pack

Group 1–1 · AdvancedIncluded: equipment · insuranceAs published: “Advanced Coaching: Pack of 3 individual sessions: €390”
€390for the courseAsk
Kids courses

Mini Camp (3-5 years)

4h · Group 1+Included: equipment · insuranceAs published: “Mini Camp (3-5 years) €205/week”
€205per weekAsk

Mini Camp (6-12 years)

4h · Group 1+Included: equipment · insuranceAs published: “Mini Camp (6-12 years) €180/week”
€180per weekAsk

Teens Camp (13-16 years)

4h · Group 1+Included: equipment · insuranceAs published: “Teens Camp (13-16 years) €150/week”
€150per weekAsk
Academy

Academy

2hIncluded: equipment · insuranceYouth development program for competitive surfers.As published: “From €60 per Month”
€60per monthAsk
Weekend Surfing

Weekend Surfing

3hIncluded: equipment · insurance
—Ask
Private Booking

Private Surf Class (up to 6 people)

1.5h · Group 1–6Included: equipment · insurance
—Ask
Multi-Day Pass

3-Day Surf Pass

1.5hIncluded: equipment · insurance
—Ask

4-Day Surf Pass

1.5hIncluded: equipment · insurance
—Ask

5-Day Surf Pass

1.5hIncluded: equipment · insurance
—Ask
Competition and high-performance program

Competition and High-Performance Coaching

Competition and high-performance program · AdvancedCustom training plan for professional surfers covering technical skills, tactics, physical conditioning, and mental preparation, led by Aritz Aranburu's coaching team.
—Ask

How this school compares.

Surfing lessons compared per hour booked, gear as a full set — against the schools in Zarautz that publish a comparable surfing price.

Group lesson / h
€48€20 above average
€13 lowestavg €28€48 highest

Listed: €95/2h · 4 schools compared

Languages taughtSpanish, Basque, English

The typical school here teaches in 5

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FAQ

Shelter Surf — common questions

What is the minimum age to start surf lessons?

Children as young as three can join during summer school and Easter week sessions, playing on the shore and catching their first waves with instructor help.

Is there a maximum age for surf lessons?

No. The school welcomes surfers of all ages, including adults learning for the first time in their 40s, 50s, and beyond.

What happens if the waves or weather aren't suitable for a class?

Conditions are checked before every class, and if the sea is too big or there are no waves, the lesson is rescheduled for a better time.

Is a wetsuit provided with the lessons?

Yes, a wetsuit (winter or summer depending on the season) is included with every course, though bringing your own usually gives a better fit.

What languages are spoken at Shelter Surf?

Instruction at Shelter Surf is available in Spanish, Basque, English.

Can children learn at Shelter Surf?

Shelter Surf takes students from age 3.

Who teaches at Shelter Surf?

Instruction at Shelter Surf is run by Rudy, Louis, Aritz Aranburu.

Is Shelter Surf more expensive than other schools in Zarautz?

Per hour booked, Shelter Surf's surfing group lessons run 70% above the Zarautz average of €28/h.

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