Which is the best surf camp on Fuerteventura?

Which is the best surf camp on Fuerteventura? Surf camps for adults are all the rage. Imagine a paradise by the sea where your only duties are surfing, eating and more surfing. The general daily routine at a surf camp looks something like this: eat, surf, eat, chill, snack, surf, eat, sleep, repeat. Add to that a few yoga classes, visits to the beach, hikes, maybe going out – to a restaurant or a bar – and that’s it.

Surf camps are everywhere. Just a step away from the best surf spots in the world and with idyllic views of the waves and the ocean. Choosing a surf camp is similar to choosing where you want to sleep during a normal vacation with family or friends.

“Surfing is the only sport that is hilarious from the very idea, because it doesn’t elevate skill to an art form, but an inexplicable and senseless urge to a whole way of life.”

Matt Warshaw

If you are a beginner or want to learn to surf, surf camps are a good place to build a solid foundation with daily surf lessons. If you are already an advanced surfer, you have the opportunity to meet great surf coaches and book a private coaching session or two. These professionals know their way around the local waves, so you have the best chance of being on the best waves at all times.

To speed up the selection of the best surf camp for your surf vacation, we have listed some criteria here to help you differentiate between individual providers and what we think makes a very good or the best surf camp. For each of these categories you can always find the characteristics that FreshSurf excels in.

Whether FreshSurf is the best surf camp on Fuerteventura is up to you to decide. It’s more important to us that we are the best surf camp for you, rather than calling ourselves that. You are the focus of our attention, even as a guest who may be visiting our blog to get advice about surf camps.

Here we present the criteria we consider important for the best surf camp. If you would like to read a summary or a conclusion on the best surf camp, you can jump directly to it here and take a shortcut. Have fun!

At a surf camp, you can get into surfing, learn from others and have a great vacation in a super beautiful place at the same time. You can improve together with other surfers and share your successes with them. It’s a more comprehensive option than, say, a half-day surf course at your local beach. You really get to know surfing by being in the water day after day. The camp will probably be in an area where the swell is good almost all year round, if not all year round. This gives you the opportunity to explore different areas along the coast, each offering different surf breaks.

The FreshSurf surf camp is located 2 minutes from the ocean. You only have to cross the road once and you’re already right on the beach. The great location in the village and on the lagoon beach in El Cotillo make FreshSurf the best surf camp on Fuerteventura.

What role does the time of year play in choosing the best surf camp for you?

The time of year influences the choice of location. If you want to travel in winter, you should avoid most coasts in Europe. Winter storms bring big Atlantic waves and many places are too cold to surf. If you’re shivering too much to stay in the water, you’ll find it hard to learn to surf! The Canary Islands offer pleasant conditions all year round. Especially on the island of eternal spring – Fuerteventura – there are great conditions for learning to surf all year round. The best surf camp on Fuerteventura offers you an oasis to relax and surf all year round.

Access to the waves is important. Look for a surf camp that offers beaches facing different directions. This will give you access to different waves that work in different wind directions and swell directions. This is also useful if you want to start with smaller waves and then move on to more challenging beaches as the week progresses.

As Fuerteventura is an island, you can assume that there are many different beaches here. Take a look at our spot finder and have a look at the individual spots. At the FreshSurf surf camp on Fuerteventura, we can offer you many different surf spots and it definitely won’t be boring.

There are few things in life more beautiful than surfing the waves of an empty stretch of coastline while the sun shines on the warm water around you. Now imagine being surrounded by a group of new surfer friends who share your passion and the moment with you. Not to mention a surf instructor who brought you to this great surf spot.

Every day on Fuerteventura, we work with you to find the perfect wave or the most suitable surf spot for you. Our coaches are very experienced and know the island like the back of their hand.

Finding the right waves is something of an art. Beginners want gentle waves – not too steep or choppy, and definitely not too strong. Long, easy rides in warm water are ideal. Surf instructors should be well versed in this, but after all, nature is nature and you can’t always control the waves. Especially for intermediates, we have a great surf spot here on Fuerteventura, where waves break big and then build up again. This is perfect for progressing from surfing white water waves to green waves.

The best surf camp for you is the surf camp that offers you accommodation that is exactly to your taste. This can be a surf house, a hostel, a surf hotel or even individual apartments where you have more space to spread out. If you prefer camping, there are also tent surf camps or surf camps that offer accommodation in small wooden cabins. There are no limits to your imagination here.

At FreshSurf we offer you various accommodation options. You can stay in the Surfhouse, our Fuerteventura surf camp, which is perfectly tailored to the needs of surfers. We also offer you a surf villa with pool as well as many different studios and apartments where you can spend your surf vacation. There are also two hotels in El Cotillo and the option of renting a larger villa outside of Cotillo. Just let us know your wishes and we will make sure that we can be the best surf camp on Fuerteventura for you.

What kind of rooms can you book at the best surf camp in Fuerteventura?

At a surf camp, you can often choose between shared rooms, double rooms and single rooms. Some surf camps put you in mixed rooms with people you don’t know, which can be a great way to get to know other people quickly.

We in Fuerteventura offer single rooms or double rooms if you are traveling with a friend or your partner. We do not mix people who do not know each other in rooms. We also have a triple room at Surfhouse Fuerteventura, our surf camp on Fuerteventura, where you can also stay as a group of three friends. Some of the rooms have their own bathroom or you can share a bathroom with a maximum of one other room.

What catering options are there in the area?

Can I cook at the surf camp or are there bars and restaurants nearby? If you are not staying at the hotel, meals are usually not included, but in the studio or apartment you will find everything you need to prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner. In the surroundings of the best surf camp you will find many bars and restaurants or supermarkets to provide you with food and drinks.

Good food is important to us and we think that you should also indulge in culinary delights on vacation. In the immediate vicinity of the best surf camp on Fuerteventura, you will find the French bakery “El Goloso”, the Italian bakery “Mil Deseos” or many small cafés and bars for breakfast or a small snack in between. Across the street from the Surfhouse is the vegan restaurant “Happy Cactus”, which serves tasty delicacies for lunch. A smoothie bar offers you super healthy, delicious drinks and tasty bowls. Cotillo offers an incredible culinary variety, be it Canarian cuisine, tapas, seafood, fish and meat or pizza and burgers. Here you will find the tastiest food around the best surf camp.

The best surf camp should offer you good facilities! Many camps offer additional amenities such as cool lounge areas, yoga classes, bars, cafés, BBQs, skate ramps, slacklines, sports equipment and hammocks/chill spots – the possibilities are endless. It’s a good tip to choose a surf camp with these additional offers.

The best surf camp on Fuerteventura is made up of the following things: The quality of the accommodation, the distance to the beach, the privacy of the apartments and the presence of a surf store nearby. Other important details and amenities include TV, WiFi, private bathroom, outdoor showers, kitchen, garden, transportation, restaurants, yoga studios and additional facilities in El Cotillo.

What activities does the best surf camp offer?

Can I do anything else besides surfing to have fun, you may ask? Most surf camps offer alternative activities outside of surfing, such as games, competitions, concerts on the beach, excursions, etc. Some are free, others are for a fee, such as hiking or horseback riding. Take a good look at the activities program on the surf camp websites.

At the FreshSurf surf camp on Fuerteventura, we offer you many activities in addition to the surf courses. From yoga with our cooperation partner Sea Inside to diving courses at the Punta Amanay diving school or horse riding at Granja Tara. A lot is possible here on Fuerteventura. We offer surfskate courses, kitesurfing, windsurfing and many other sports. To relax, there is a beauty salon, massage parlors or the beach for relaxed sunbathing. The best surf camp on Fuerteventura offers you plenty of variety.

How far is it to clubbing or what can you do in the evening? Not everything happens during the day and not everything is surfing. Nights at surf camp can be very long and boring if you’re into partying. Don’t worry, there are plenty of surf camps that are just a stone’s throw away from the nightlife of a town or resort – the party is guaranteed if you choose wisely!

Here in El Cotillo it’s more relaxed and there’s not so much going on in the evenings as far as parties are concerned. There is often live music in the Solar Rooftop bar or in Pasqualina, and there are also many musicians to admire or listen to at the old harbor or around the Bagus. In the Canela Cafe in Lajares there is always a jam session by local musicians or tourists on Wednesdays. If you are a music lover, you should definitely drop by. When it comes to going out, shopping and partying, Corralejo is the place to be. Here you will find many bars, restaurants and clubs that offer plenty of variety. The best surf camp on Fuerteventura offers you peace and relaxation as well as the opportunity to party a little.

The best surf camp can convince with a relaxed atmosphere and a good mood.

The cultural and social benefits of a surf camp are enormous. Most camps have a relaxed atmosphere with lots of like-minded surfers to talk to. The surf instructors are often the best in their field and everything revolves around the sport and life in the water. With the increasing awareness of ‘blue health’, many surfers describe days in the waves as a kind of nature therapy. A chance to escape the world and get back into their own natural rhythm and routine. This idea and the movement that surfing brings can do wonders for physical and mental health.

What role does the social aspect play in a surf camp?

The best surf camps for beginners and intermediates should not neglect the social aspect of the sport. You should know that the atmosphere is inclusive and friendly. Choose a camp where you can get to know other surfers and take part in additional activities outside of surfing.

At the best surf camp on Fuerteventura, FreshSurf Surfhouse, we offer you exactly these relaxed vibes. Everything can, nothing has to. You can enjoy your time alone or join up with others for group activities. Everyone is welcome and together you will experience the surf vacation of a lifetime.

Is the surf camp suitable for solo travelers, couples, friends and groups?

Choose the right surf camp depending on the constellation in which you are going on a surfing vacation. Are you going alone, with friends or with your partner? Can you book accommodation with surf lessons and your partner or friend just accommodation? If we go with a group of friends, are there group discounts? These are factors to consider as most surf camps often offer special deals. If you are accompanied by a friend or your partner, you should also find out if you can stay in the same room, even if one of you is not going surfing.

At FreshSurf, we can cater to any constellation. Whether it’s a surf camp for solo travelers, couples, groups or families. The best surf camp on Fuerteventura offers many different accommodations and possibilities to make your vacation as pleasant as possible.

The best surf camp is the surf camp that suits your age group

A very interesting question is which age group the respective surf camp is aimed at. Some surf camps do not accept children under the age of 14, others specialize in the age group between 24 and 36, others have children’s courses for children from 5 to 10, some are aimed at young surfers between 18 and 25, others are more suitable for families, etc. The best surf camp for you is the one that best suits your situation!

FreshSurf is aimed at the target group between their mid-20s and mid-40s, but also offers activities for families with children and teenagers.

The best surf camp for you is the surf camp that is best suited to your surfing level. Do you want to learn to surf or improve your technique? This is the first question you should ask yourself, as there are surf camps that specialize in learning to surf and others that focus more on improving your surfing. So find out which surf camp best suits your level!

At FreshSurf, we are especially geared towards beginners and intermediate surfers. We want to give beginners everything they need so that after a five-day surf course they have all the tools and knowledge they need to continue practising on their own. All this with as much fun as possible, but also with the necessary seriousness to not underestimate dangers and minimize risks.

When choosing the best surf camp for you, make sure that there are no hidden costs with the providers. Ask whether you need to bring towels, whether bedding is included and what all costs an extra charge. You need to be aware of these things, as most surf camps offer a ‘surf pack’ in addition to accommodation and lessons, in which almost everything is included in the price. Always do the math!

At FreshSurf, towels and bed linen as well as everything you need are always included in the price. This also applies to a hairdryer in every bathroom or the equipment in the surf courses. We strive to be the best surf camp in Fuerteventura by not only meeting expectations, but exceeding them where possible.

Surf camps either work together with local surf schools or have their own surf instructors at the surf camp. Few surf camps have a professional surf school that also works independently of the surf camp. The advantage of having your own surf school is certainly the quality, which the provider can influence directly. They do not outsource the most important part of your vacation, learning to surf, but provide it independently and make sure that you learn to surf well.

The FreshSurf surf school has been on the market in Fuerteventura for over 14 years and has a lot of experience and professional management. The best surf camp on Fuerteventura offers you first-hand accommodation, a surf school and the corresponding activities on site, all accompanied by a team that has turned its passion into a profession. You are at the center of our attention, whether in the surf school or in the surf house on Fuerteventura.

How many students are in the surf course?

How many students are in a surf course? Can I take private lessons? These are very important questions, because a surf course usually lasts 2 hours, including warming up before jumping into the water and stretching at the end of the lesson. In addition, you may not get your money’s worth if the number of surfing students is too high. Many surf schools offer you a surf course of 6 and 8 surf students per surf instructor. In our opinion, this is too many surf students. Even though the legal maximum number of surf students is 8 surf students per surf coach, we have decided to train with four surf students per surf instructor

In our opinion, the best surf camp on Fuerteventura is the one that takes the smallest possible surf group to the beach and teaches there. Not to mention a suitable learning concept in theory and practice as well as great surf instructors.

Group surf lessons or private surf coaching – which is the best surf camp in Fuerteventura?

Most surf camps offer surf lessons or guiding, either included in the price or as an optional extra package. If you’re an absolute beginner, you should definitely take surf lessons, but if you’re more advanced, it might be better and cheaper to book just a few hours of refresher lessons or a day or two with a private surf coach to learn more about the local breaks.

Most surf camps offer group lessons, which are great fun without the pressure of intensive private lessons. They’re great for starting your surfing career, but if you’re struggling or want to work on specific skills, you should choose a camp that also offers targeted private lessons.

FreshSurf offers you all options from group lessons to private coaching. We offer surf lessons for every surf level and for every age and can therefore best cater to every surfer. The best surf camp on Fuerteventura should offer you all options and variations of surf lessons so that you can decide individually how you want to plan your surf vacation.

This is one of the basic requirements and you should ask yourself lots of questions and get lots of answers: How do I know if I will be assigned an inexperienced surf instructor? Who guarantees the experience and professionalism of the surf instructors? Are the surf instructors passionate surfers themselves or are they instructors who teach any sport for money? If your main goal is to learn to surf, these questions are very important and the answers are even more important: the quality of the lessons depends on the professionalism of the instructors!

You should also check the qualifications and experience of surf instructors – just because someone is a great surfer doesn’t mean they can teach surfing! Also, surfing can be a risky endeavor and safety should be a high priority: Are instructors trained in CPR and lifesaving techniques? Are the instructors lifeguards?

How are the FreshSurf surf instructors trained?

The surf coaches at FreshSurf all have a Beach Lifeguard (lifeguard and first aid training) and are licensed by the Spanish Federation, the Canary Islands Federation or the International Surf Association. All surf instructors have been surfing for many years and love to teach. We train our surf instructors and continue to educate them. We put a lot of thought into coherent surfing concepts, new theory modules and lesson design. The best surf camp on Fuerteventura should not compromise on this. The surf instructors are the people who are the link between you and the “organization”. This link is the most important thing a surf camp has to offer.

Is FreshSurf the best surf camp on Fuerteventura?

We hope you enjoy searching for the surf camp that’s best for you. Here at FreshSurf we offer unforgettable surfing experiences for guests looking for a surf camp for beginners or intermediates, adults or families. We combine our surf courses with a suitable offer for active and passive recreation and emphasize quality and service.

If you want to know what former guests think about us, have a look here: Reviews FreshSurf

Our guests, many of whom have been coming back for years, believe that FreshSurf is the best surf school and the best surf camp because we offer a holistic, diverse and balanced experience in and around surfing. We believe in the concept of “small but nice” and hope to meet you soon.

If you think FreshSurf is right for you, please send us your inquiry. Otherwise, we wish you all the best in your search for the surf camp that is best for you.