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School · San Vicente de la Barquera

Buena Onda Surf School

Surf and paddle-surf school in San Vicente de la Barquera, with lessons all year round at Merón beach and SUP trips on the ría.

Who they are

Buena Onda presents itself as the first surf school in San Vicente de la Barquera. It gives lessons all year round at Merón beach, the long stretch of sand facing the Oyambre Natural Park, with qualified instructors and small groups organised by age and level.

How they work

Each lesson lasts two hours and it is best to arrive a quarter of an hour early. There are beginner lessons, two- or five-day intensives, improvement lessons, private lessons and a programme for children up to seven years old. In calm waters they organise paddle surfing on the San Vicente ría, from age ten. They speak Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Dutch.

Where they are

On Avenida Francisco Giner de los Ríos, opposite the El Rosal beach car park, next to the campsite. They also hire out equipment.

What they run

The Geocalia activities run by Buena Onda Surf School, with the prices and terms they publish.

  • Paddle surfing on the San Vicente estuary in San Vicente de la Barquera Flatwater SUP on the San Vicente ría From €35 per student · 2 h · Ages 10 and up Minimum 2 students per group; children go with an instructor Book
  • Surf lesson on Merón beach in San Vicente de la Barquera Introductory surf lesson at Merón From €35 per student · 2 h · All year Small groups by age and level; safety, currents and tides. Passes of 2 to 20 lessons Book Surfkids, for children up to age 7 Own programme for the smallest Book

Independent companies: you book with them, on their terms. Prices are as they publish them and may change.

Practical details

Languages
Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surf lesson cost?

The beginner lesson, €35 per pupil, two hours. There are passes for 2 to 20 lessons.

Are they open in winter?

Yes: lessons run all year round at Merón.

From what age?

Lessons are adapted to all ages; there are surfkids classes for children up to seven. Paddle surfing on the ría, from ten.

Independent company: you book with them, on their terms.

Opening hours and prices can change: check them before you go.

Is this your company? Write to us to correct or complete the details.

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