€15Around the average
€11 lowestavg €14€15 highest
Listed: €150/5 days · 10h · 3 schools compared
Totora Surf School
Federación Cántabra de Surf & Federación Española de Surf & CAFID certified·Suances, Spain
Totora Surf School teaches surfing in Suances, Spain, with Federación Cántabra de Surf & Federación Española de Surf & CAFID-certified instruction, in Spanish, English.
Certified instructionFederación Cántabra de Surf · Federación Española de Surf · CAFID
LocationSuances, Spain
SportSurfing
Water typeWaves
LanguagesSpanish, English
Minimum ageFrom 6
Price levelHigher price range here
Websitetotorasurfschool.com
Prices compiled from public sources (as of May 2026) — not yet confirmed by the school. Run this school? Confirm or correct →
About Totora Surf School
Totora Surf School is a surf school and surfcamp in Suances run by a team with over 25 years of combined experience in the sport. Its instructors are trained by the Spanish and Cantabrian Surf Federations and hold CAFID degrees in sports science, and the school partners with Rip Curl for equipment. Totora offers a progressive, level-based curriculum for surfers of all ages, from beginner courses to youth camps and a surf house for guests.
- Instructors have over 25 years of combined coaching experience
Good to know
Where
Suances, Spain
Season
Spring and summer offer the most consistent, gentle conditions for beginners
Taught in
Spanish, English
Certified by
Federación Cántabra de Surf · Federación Española de Surf · CAFID
The spot
Level
Ideal for beginners and first-timers
Water
waves
Wind
Best with northwest and west winds
Wind direction
north west, west
Waves
Gentle, consistent beach break along a roughly 1 km stretch of sand
Watch out for
strong currents in large swells
What’s on site
Live webcamSurf houseCourses & prices
Surf Course (1 day)
2h · Group 1+ · BeginnerIncluded: equipment · insuranceAs published: “1-Day Course (2 hours) | €35”€35for the courseAsk
Surf Course (5 days)
10h · Group 1+ · BeginnerIncluded: equipment · insuranceAs published: “5-Day Course (10 hours) | €150”€150for the courseAsk
Private Surf Lesson (2 hours, 1 person)
2h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · insuranceAs published: “Private 2-Hour Class, 1 Person | €80”€80for the courseAsk
Private Surf Lesson (2 hours, 2 people)
2h · Group 2–2 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · insuranceAs published: “Private 2-Hour Class, 2 People | €120”€120per groupAsk
Youth Surf Camp (1 Week)
7dIncluded: accommodation · full board · equipment · insurance · supervisionIncludes daily surf instruction plus evening activities such as skateboarding and kayaking.As published: “€820 / 1 week”€820for the courseAsk
Youth Surf Camp (2 Weeks)
14dIncluded: accommodation · full board · equipment · insurance · supervisionAs published: “€1600 / 2 weeks”€1600for the courseAsk
Surf Camp for Adults (2 Days, Shared Room)
2dIncluded: accommodation · daily surf lesson · equipmentAs published: “Off-season (all year except July–August): €130 per person; high season (July–August): €160 per person”€130per personAsk
Surf Camp for Adults (3 Days, Shared Room)
3dIncluded: accommodation · daily surf lesson · equipmentAs published: “Off-season (all year except July–August): €190 per person; high season (July–August): €240 per person”€190per personAsk
Surf Camp for Adults (4 Days, Shared Room)
4dIncluded: accommodation · daily surf lesson · equipmentAs published: “Off-season (all year except July–August): €250 per person; high season (July–August): €320 per person”€250per personAsk
Surf Camp for Adults (5 Days, Shared Room)
5dIncluded: accommodation · daily surf lesson · equipmentAs published: “Off-season (all year except July–August): €310 per person; high season (July–August): €380 per person”€310per personAsk
Surf Camp for Adults (6 Days, Shared Room)
6dIncluded: accommodation · daily surf lesson · equipmentAs published: “Off-season (all year except July–August): €360 per person; high season (July–August): €440 per person”€360per personAsk
Surf Camp for Adults (7 Days, Shared Room)
7dIncluded: accommodation · daily surf lesson · equipmentAs published: “Off-season (all year except July–August): €410 per person; high season (July–August): €490 per person”€410per personAsk
Beginner Surfboard
Surfing · 2 hoursBeginner Surfboard
Surfing · 4 hoursBeginner Surfboard
Surfing · 1 dayBeginner Surfboard
Surfing · 2 daysBeginner Surfboard
Surfing · 3 daysSurfboard + Wetsuit Bundle
Surfing · 2 hoursSurfboard + Wetsuit Bundle
Surfing · 4 hoursSurfboard + Wetsuit Bundle
Surfing · 1 daySurfboard + Wetsuit Bundle
Surfing · 2 daysSurfboard + Wetsuit Bundle
Surfing · 3 daysSUP Board
SUP · 2 hoursSUP Board
SUP · 4 hoursSUP Board + Wetsuit Bundle
SUP · 2 hoursSUP Board + Wetsuit Bundle
SUP · 4 hoursHow this school compares.
Surfing lessons compared per hour booked, gear as a full set — against the schools in Suances that publish a comparable surfing price.
€40€3 above average
€32 lowestavg €37€40 highest
Listed: €80/2h · 3 schools compared
3 of 4 schools here list a certification
The typical school here teaches in 2
FAQ
Totora Surf School — common questions
Is prior surfing experience required?
No prior experience is necessary — instructors adapt each lesson to the student's level.
What is the minimum age for surf courses?
The recommended starting age is 6 years old.
Do I need to bring my own equipment?
All surf equipment is included in the course price; students just need to bring sunscreen.
Is parental permission required for minors?
Yes, minors need signed parental consent on the first day of the course.
Do I need to know how to swim?
Yes, being able to swim is a prerequisite for taking part in courses.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancelling or rescheduling at least 10 days before the start date is free of charge; later changes incur a 20% fee.
How can I pay for a course?
Courses can be paid in cash or by card at the school, or by bank transfer.
Where do the surf courses take place?
Courses take place at several high-quality beaches within 1 km of the school, including La Concha, Los Locos, La Tablia and Tagle.
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