More than a surf lesson: a structured after-school programme that turns young surfers into confident, independent riders, two sessions a week in small coaching groups.
Our kayak guides are trained to the standards of the American Canoe Association, one of the most established paddlesports bodies in the world: technique, rescue, group leadership and decisions when conditions change. Every guide also holds a current first aid certificate. You are led by trained professionals, not just good paddlers.
ISO 9001 is the international standard for quality management and ISO 14001 the standard for environmental management. Certification means the way we plan, run and review every activity, and the way we look after the coastline we work on, is written down, followed and checked by an independent auditor.
Each week introduces a specific skill: Tuesday is about learning and practising the technique, Thursday about applying it in real conditions. Children progress through a carefully designed curriculum covering everything from their first whitewater rides to paddling, positioning, pop-ups, turning, wave selection and eventually catching their own waves.
And because the sea never behaves exactly as planned, neither do we. Our weather-proof coaching system adapts each session to the conditions: good waves mean surfing; smaller waves become technique sessions; flat days bring balance, skate-style training and games; and rough conditions become opportunities for ocean theory, surf fitness, safety and rescue skills. Every session has a purpose, even when the Mediterranean decides not to cooperate.
Progressive coaching with maximum time in the water whenever conditions allow.
The programme develops surf ability, confidence, ocean awareness and independence, progressing from foundations and safety through to wave selection, surf technique and independent decision-making. Small coaching groups of no more than 8 children per instructor mean more individual support.
The strongest opportunity for progression
The complete programme, providing the strongest opportunity for progression across the full surf curriculum: from first whitewater rides to catching and riding waves independently.
Consistent coaching and meaningful progression
For children who want consistent coaching and real progress without committing to the complete season.
Meet at the Siesta Advisor Shop on the Arenal. Children should arrive about 10 minutes before each session so everyone can be equipped and briefed before starting. Sessions and activities may be adapted according to sea and weather conditions; advanced groups may enter conditions that beginner groups do not.
The right board for each child’s size and level.
Wetsuits for the cooler months of the season.
Every board comes with a leash and wax.
When the session or the conditions call for them.
A warm shower and drinking water after every session.
Professional surf instructors and small coaching groups.
Boards prepared and ready when the children arrive.
A briefing before every session.
Surfing is taught properly, at the child’s pace, in conditions chosen for the group.
Progressive coaching from professional instructors, with a safety briefing before every session.
Small coaching groups for more individual support and closer supervision.
Basic swimming ability and confidence in the water are required for every participant.
Sessions adapt to the sea and the weather; advanced groups may enter conditions that beginner groups do not.
Age-appropriate surf safety and ocean knowledge are part of the curriculum.
Parents inform Siesta Advisor of any medical conditions, allergies, injuries or additional needs before participation.
Progress from the fundamentals to catching and riding waves independently.
A better understanding of waves, conditions and moving safely in the water.
Wave selection, surf etiquette, safety and decision-making, not just standing on a board.
Gradually becoming capable of making their own decisions in the water.
Paddling, balance and plenty of wipeouts build fitness, resilience and the will to try again.
Fun, compact and visual, with some Surf Camp personality.
Hear directly from the children who have been in the water, learned new skills and experienced it themselves.
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Children aged 8 to 16 with basic swimming ability and confidence in the water. Whether they arrive having never touched a surfboard or already catching waves, the coaching adapts as they progress.
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 16:30 to 18:15 at Arenal Beach, an after-school programme. Season 1 runs from late September to the beginning of December (in 2026, 22 September to 26 November); Season 2 from the beginning of March to mid-May. Dates vary a little each year.
The 10-class pack gives consistent coaching and meaningful progression without committing to the complete season. The 20-class programme covers the full curriculum, from the first whitewater rides to catching and riding waves independently, and is the strongest opportunity for progression.
A swimsuit, a towel, a change of clothes for afterwards, a water bottle and sunscreen. All essential surfing equipment (board, wetsuit, leash, wax, bodyboards when required) is provided, and there are warm showers.
Every session has a purpose. Smaller waves become technique sessions; flat days bring balance, skate-style training and games; rough conditions become ocean theory, surf fitness, safety and rescue skills.
That’s completely normal. Many campers arrive without knowing anyone. Our team actively helps children integrate into the group, join in and make new friends from the first day. Jávea brings together families from many countries, so camp is naturally multilingual and multicultural.
No. The programme changes according to the weather, the sea and the group. We monitor conditions carefully and choose the activities and locations that give the best and safest adventure available that day. If the weather prevents the planned outdoor activity, alternative activities, games and challenges are organised.
Please tell us in advance about any medical conditions, allergies, injuries, medication or additional needs, so the team can look after your child properly.
Tell us a little about your child and the dates you have in mind, and someone from the camp team will come back to you.