Liencres Surf School

Who they are

A Liencres school with more than fifteen years of teaching, with its hut on Canallave beach itself, the surfers' beach in the Liencres Dunes Natural Park, in the municipality of Piélagos, nine kilometres from Santander. They chose Canallave to teach away from the crowds and to pass on, they say, the values of surfing; they describe it as one of the most consistent beaches in Cantabria, good for starting, improving and competing.

Instructors and recognition

The instructors are local surfers with experience on this beach. They hold the Level 1 and 2 Sports Technician qualifications in surfing, from the Cantabrian Federation and the Spanish Surfing Federation, and the lifesaving and lifeguard qualification. The school is listed as recognised by the Regional Ministry of Tourism and by the two federations. The courses are for all ages; the website sets no minimum age, so if you are going with small children, ask.

How they work

Two-hour lessons with board and wetsuit included, in groups of 4 to 8 pupils per instructor, by age and experience. There are three sessions: 10:00 to 12:00, 12:00 to 14:00 and 16:00 to 18:00. Beginner lessons start with safety and priorities in the water and end with catching a wave. They also teach bodyboarding and hire out equipment. For anyone who wants to stay several days, it offers lodging in a hostel for up to 20 people, with the meal plan of your choice.

Prices they publish

Single group lesson, €30; five-day Monday-to-Friday course, €130; private lesson, €50 for one person and €90 for two.

Contact and bookings

By phone, on 607 450 442, or by email at [email protected]: the form on its website warns that it is not operational and asks you to write by email. The website does not publish which months it is open, what happens if the sea is not suitable for lessons or the cancellation policy; ask when you book.