Parres Watersports

Parres Watersports is the school of the Club Deportivo Parres, which signs with the motto "Lifestyle since 1988". It works on Arenales del Sol beach, in Elche, and also operates in Santa Pola. It is open 365 days a year: in summer from 9:00 to 20:00, and the rest of the year from 9:00 to 14:00, including all weekends and public holidays.

What it teaches

Paddle surf, kitesurf, windsurf, wing, foil, surf and dinghy sailing, with group courses and private lessons. In paddle surf, the two-hour beginner course costs €60 and the one-hour private lesson, €45. In kitesurf, the three-hour introduction costs €75 and the beginner course, nine hours spread over three days, €245, with two to four pupils per instructor. It hires out kayaks, paddle-surf boards, pedalos, water bikes, and kite, windsurf and sailing equipment.

How it works

Lessons are given when the sea and wind allow: kite starts from 11:00 and at the latest 15:30, depending on the wind, and paddle surf is usually done from 9:30 to 11:30 or from 18:30 to 20:30. All technical equipment is included, with a wetsuit in winter and activity insurance. Online bookings made less than 48 hours ahead remain pending until the school confirms a place; you can also book by phone or WhatsApp, on 663 457 425.

Children and groups

It organises summer, Christmas and Easter camps at Arenales del Sol and Santa Pola, birthdays, school outings and activities for groups and companies, such as a treasure hunt on Tabarca or dragon-boat regattas. The school says it takes pupils from age 4 in its children's activities.