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Windsurfing in Tenerife FAQ
What is windsurfing?
Windsurfing is an exciting water sport combining elements of surfing and sailing. It involves standing on a board and maneuvering it using a sail attached, harnessing the power of the wind.
How difficult is it to learn windsurfing in Tenerife, especially in El Medano?
Learning to windsurf in Tenerife, particularly in El Medano, can be a thrilling experience. El Medano is known for its consistent winds and good weather, making it an ideal place for beginners and intermediates. With patience and practice, you can learn to windsurf here, though the learning curve varies for each individual.
What should I wear for a windsurfing lesson in Tenerife?
For windsurfing lessons, wear a swimsuit, and it’s often recommended to have a wetsuit to stay warm and protected. Also, apply waterproof sunscreen, and consider wearing a hat and sunglasses secured with a strap.
Do I need to be physically strong to participate in windsurfing?
Physical strength helps, but isn’t the sole factor in windsurfing. Balance, flexibility, and technique are also crucial. Being in good physical shape can enhance your endurance and ability to manage the sail.
What types of windsurfing lessons are available in Tenerife?
In Tenerife, you can find both beginner and advanced windsurfing lessons. Beginners can learn the basics of handling equipment and techniques, while advanced surfers can refine their skills and learn more sophisticated maneuvers.
What can advanced windsurfers expect from their lessons in Tenerife?
Advanced windsurfers can expect to tackle more challenging conditions, learn high-speed maneuvers, and perhaps compete in races. They’ll refine techniques like water starts, planing, and using footstraps and harnesses.
How do I ensure the best conditions for my windsurfing lessons in Tenerife?
To ensure the best conditions, check the weather and wind forecasts, and plan your lessons during optimal times. Mornings in Tenerife are usually calmer, with winds picking up later in the day. Also, consult with local instructors for the best spots and timing.
Where can I book windsurfing lessons in Tenerife?
For the best windsurfing experience in Tenerife, book your lessons with Club Canary. We offer a variety of lesson types to suit different skill levels, ensuring a memorable and safe windsurfing experience.
What is the price range for windsurfing lessons in Tenerife?
Windsurfing lessons in Tenerife, offered by Club Canary, are both affordable and value-packed. Group lessons, complete with all necessary equipment, are available for just 75€. For those seeking tailored instruction, private lessons start from 110€. These prices reflect our commitment to providing quality windsurfing experiences at competitive rates. Visit our website for the latest prices and special offers.
Windsurfing in Tenerife Lessons Information
Do not forget your Club Canary ticket. You can have it on your phone or printed out.
- Be sure to have some cash or a debit card with you, as the session requires a final payment before it begins.
- Pack your swimwear in case you would like to wear it under your wetsuit, a towel and sunscreen.
- The staff speak several languages.
- Make sure you do not start windsurfing with a complete empty stomach.
- Make sure you have not drunk any alcohol before the session.
- Children under the age of 16 must have permission from their parents.
- There is a toilet and a room to change your clothes at the water sports school.
Windsurfing School Location
- Meeting point: Paseo Las Mercedes de Roja, El Medano, Tenerife – España
- You should attend at least 15 minutes before the session starts.
- There are many parking options nearby. However, it is a hugely busy area and is probably most occupied. We therefore recommend you come early or else take a cab/bus.
- Open the location on google maps, find here the departure location and the office of Club Canary.
Windsurfing in Tenerife Lessons Policy
- To participate, you must master basic swimming techniques and and have some reasonable level of fitness.
- We will try to assign you to a group of your same level and age. However, we cannot guarantee that it will always be a perfect match.
- Minimum age to participate is 8 years and the maximum age 70 years. For exceptions contact us.
- Windsurfing in Tenerife requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to hazardous weather conditions, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- You may cancel or reschedule the trip for free up to 48 hours in advance. Send us your request by email: office@clubcanary.com.
- If you do not cancel in time or are not in time on the day of the water session, there will be no refund.
- Complaints regarding windsurfing session should be discussed. Club Canary staff is not present on the day and cannot judge situations.
- If you get sick, or you find windsurfing scary / not fun and want to stop. We cannot offer a refund.
Windsurfing Lessons in El Medano
Windsurfing is a great sport to experience on Tenerife. Windsurfing is it also known as a challenging sport but that’s much of what makes it so much fun once you begin to master it. Sailing atop the board is generally easy and can be learned in a single day. Tenerife is the perfect playground for water sports enthusiasts, starting form wakeboarding, kitesurfing, surfing, jet ski and more!
Windsurfing Tenerife Beginner
Windsurfing is a great idea for tourists on Tenerife. The sport is a great activity for beginners and the advanced. The sport delivers a lot of excitement and great memories, whether done alone or in a group.
Windsurf Tenerife El Medano
Windsurf Tenerife is a really good option, since El Medano is one of Europe’s water-sports hotspots. The spot delivers the perfect water and wind conditions. El Medano is beginner friendly but there are beach and reef breaks so that any waterman may find a challenge.
Windsurfing Course in Tenerife
The windsurfing course includes the necessary theory of the sport and ocean laws as well as lots of practice. The lessons will allow you to make your first steps in the sport. For further bookings, you will be able to book directly with the school.
Individual windsurfing lessons
The individual lesson is a 1:1 with an instructor, giving you the optimal chance for progress and success. The 1.5 hour lesson will include theory and practice. Firstly, you will learn to control the wing on a SUP board. If you progress fast enough, you might begin with a foil board in your first session.
Group windsurfing lessons
Group lessons last 1.5 hours. This lesson will give you just as much knowledge and practice at a lower price. In Tenerife is also possible to try other different types of surf lessons, for example wing foil or kite surf.
Advanced windsurfing lessons in Tenerife
If you are an advanced water sport enthusiast, we recommend you let us know in the booking. We will make sure an advanced pro trainer will be available to give you some tips to make amazing progress.
Water conditions and the right time go windsurfing
We don’t want participants to be in danger, or simply unable to do the activity due to too big waves or wind. To ensure that your booked lesson can go ahead, please follow the following 2 tips:
- Book your session early in your vacation. If the day is not convenient we will contact you to reschedule.
- When you make your booking choose the option “when the conditions are best” we will then depending on the weather conditions choose the best water conditions time for you.
Meet other water sport fanatics
In the surf school in between sessions you can expect to have a sociable experience, meeting other people of all ages with a shared passion for windsurfing and wing foiling.