€57€7 above average
€33 lowestavg €50€62 highest
Listed: €510/9h · typical here €175/3h · 5 schools compared
Sognicanarias Watersports (El Cabezo W.S.)
El Médano, Spain
Sognicanarias Watersports (El Cabezo W.S.) teaches surfing, kitesurfing, windsurfing in El Médano, Spain, in Spanish, English, Italian.
LocationEl Médano, Spain
SportSurfing, Kitesurfing, Windsurfing
Water typeocean
LanguagesSpanish, English, Italian
Price levelMid-range here
Websitesognicanarias.com
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About Sognicanarias Watersports (El Cabezo W.S.)
Sognicanarias Watersports has taught kitesurfing, surfing, windsurfing and wingfoil in El Médano, Tenerife since 2016. Run by owner Umberto Caglini and director Ylenia Cantarutti alongside a small team of qualified instructors, the school stays close with students in the water from their first lesson through to independent riding. Alongside lessons, it offers equipment rental, gear storage and nearby apartment stays, all built around El Médano's year-round wind.
- Instructors stay in the water with students until they can complete exercises independently
- Official Eleveight kite and RRD windsurf equipment partner
- Teaches four sports — kitesurfing, surfing, windsurfing and wingfoil — from one base in El Médano
Good to know
Where
El Médano, Spain
Season
year-round
Taught in
Spanish, English, Italian
Teaching since
2016
The spot
Level
beginner-friendly
Water
ocean
Wind
Steady, reliable wind that holds most of the year, making El Médano one of the Canary Islands' top watersports spots
Waves
Lessons take place in a section of El Médano beach reserved exclusively for surfing, with no rocks or other hazards and gentle waves that let beginners stand and ride from their first lesson
Who teaches here
Teaching since 2016.
Beyond the courses
Coaching clinicsWhat’s on site
Radio helmets
Insurance included
Wetsuit included
Hot showerLockerApartment discountKids surf academyFree theory classCourses & prices
Group lessons
Surf Lesson (Group 4/5 people, 1.5 hours)
1.5h · Group 4–5 · GroupIncluded: equipment€30per personAsk
Group surf lesson
Surf Lesson (Group of 2, 1.5 hours)
1.5h · Group 2–2 · Semi-privateIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit€40per personAsk
Surf Lesson (Group of 3, 1.5 hours)
1.5h · Group 3–3 · GroupIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit€35per personAsk
Surf Lesson (Group of 6+, 1.5 hours)
1.5h · Group 6+ · GroupIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit€25per personAsk
Private lessons
Surf Lesson (Private, 1.5 hours)
1.5h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipmentIncludes surfboard, wetsuit, private locker and hot shower (as stated).€60per personAsk
Private kitesurf course
Private Kitesurf Course (9 hours)
9h · Group 1–1 · Beginner · PrivateIncluded: equipment · gear · IKO certification · insurance€510per personAsk
Private Kitesurf Course (6 hours)
6h · Group 1–1 · Intermediate · PrivateIncluded: equipment · gear · IKO certification · insurance€355per personAsk
Private Kitesurf Course (3 hours)
3h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · gear · IKO certification · insurance€180per personAsk
Private Kitesurf Course (1 hour)
1h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · gear · IKO certification · insurance€70per personAsk
Semi-private kitesurf course
Semi-Private Kitesurf Course (9 hours, 2 people)
9h · Group 2–2 · Semi-privateIncluded: equipment · gear · IKO certification · insurance€600per groupAsk
Semi-Private Kitesurf Course (6 hours, 2 people)
6h · Group 2–2 · Semi-privateIncluded: equipment · gear · IKO certification · insurance€410per groupAsk
Semi-Private Kitesurf Course (3 hours, 2 people)
3h · Group 2–2 · Semi-privateIncluded: equipment · gear · IKO certification · insurance€210per groupAsk
Group kitesurf course
Group Kitesurf Course (9 hours, 3 people)
9h · Group 3–3 · GroupIncluded: equipment · gear · IKO certification · insurance€630per groupAsk
Advanced clinic
Advanced Kitesurf Clinic
2h · Group 1–1 · Advanced · PrivateIncluded: video analysis€250per personAsk
Semi-private windsurf course
Semi-Private Windsurf Course (6 hours, 2 people)
6h · Group 2–2 · Semi-privateIncluded: equipment · gear · insurance€450per groupAsk
Semi-Private Windsurf Course (1.5 hours, 2 people)
1.5h · Group 2–2 · Semi-privateIncluded: equipment · gear · insurance€175per groupAsk
Semi-Private Windsurf Course (1 hour, 2 people)
1h · Group 2–2 · Semi-privateIncluded: equipment · gear · insurance€125per groupAsk
Private windsurf course
Private Windsurf Course (6 hours)
6h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · gear · insurance€380per personAsk
Private Windsurf Course (1.5 hours)
1.5h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · gear · insurance€100per personAsk
Private Windsurf Course (1 hour)
1h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · gear · insurance€75per personAsk
Private wingfoil course
Private Wingfoil Course (9 hours)
9h · Group 1–1 · Beginner · PrivateIncluded: equipment · gear · insurance€530per personAsk
Private Wingfoil Course (6 hours)
6h · Group 1–1 · Intermediate · PrivateIncluded: equipment · gear · insurance€360per personAsk
Private Wingfoil Course (3 hours)
3h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · gear · insurance€190per personAsk
Semi-private wingfoil course
Semi-Private Wingfoil Course (9 hours, 2 people)
9h · Group 2–2 · Semi-privateIncluded: equipment · gear · insurance€850per groupAsk
Semi-Private Wingfoil Course (6 hours, 2 people)
6h · Group 2–2 · Semi-privateIncluded: equipment · gear · insurance€550per groupAsk
Semi-Private Wingfoil Course (3 hours, 2 people)
3h · Group 2–2 · Semi-privateIncluded: equipment · gear · insurance€295per groupAsk
Group wingfoil course
Group Wingfoil Course (9 hours, 3 people)
9h · Group 3–3 · GroupIncluded: equipment · gear · insurance€990per groupAsk
Advanced clinic
Advanced Wingfoil Clinic (1 hour)
1h · Group 1–1 · Advanced · PrivateIncluded: equipment · gear · insurance€70per personAsk
How this school compares.
Lessons compared per hour booked, gear as a full set — against the schools in El Médano that publish a comparable price.
€70€15 below average
€55 lowestavg €85€169 highest
Listed: €70/1h · 5 schools compared
The typical school here teaches in 4
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FAQ
Sognicanarias Watersports (El Cabezo W.S.) — common questions
Is kitesurfing dangerous?
Modern safety systems are very reliable. Used correctly and with the right timing, they make kitesurfing safe, and students learn how to use them under the supervision of the school's instructors.
What should I bring to a lesson?
Sun cream, sunglasses and water. Shoes are recommended for the first beach lesson to protect against hot sand; the rest of the equipment is provided by the school.
How long does it take to ride independently and safely?
It depends on weather conditions and each student's own learning curve, but starting from zero, most students can expect to ride independently within a 9-hour course.
Is it better to buy or rent kitesurf equipment?
If you ride more than 30–40 times a year and live close to the spot, buying makes sense; otherwise renting lets you travel light, and rental gear at certified schools is always kept in good condition.
Is Sognicanarias Watersports (El Cabezo W.S.) suitable for beginners?
Yes — Sognicanarias Watersports (El Cabezo W.S.) lists a beginner course at €510/9h.
What languages does Sognicanarias Watersports (El Cabezo W.S.) teach in?
Sognicanarias Watersports (El Cabezo W.S.) teaches in Spanish, English, Italian.
Who teaches at Sognicanarias Watersports (El Cabezo W.S.)?
Instruction at Sognicanarias Watersports (El Cabezo W.S.) is run by Umberto Caglini, Ylenia Cantarutti, Gianluca.
What safety equipment does Sognicanarias Watersports (El Cabezo W.S.) use?
Sognicanarias Watersports (El Cabezo W.S.) uses radio helmets so your instructor can talk to you while you ride.
Contact Sognicanarias Watersports (El Cabezo W.S.)
Paseo Nuestra Señora Mercedes de Roja, 26, 38612 El Médano, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain · Open in Google Maps
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