School · O Grove
Prado Surf
Who they are
Prado Surf Escola was born in 1998 to bring surfing within reach of anyone in Galicia. Today it gives surf, paddle-surf, longboard and bodyboard lessons on four beaches: Patos, in Nigrán; A Lanzada, in O Grove; Sabón, in Arteixo, and Bastiagueiro, in Oleiros. Its instructors are qualified by the Galician Surfing Federation.
What the lessons at A Lanzada are like
The school is right on the beach, with direct access to the sand, changing rooms, an outdoor shower and an area for rinsing equipment. Each lesson lasts two hours, with a maximum of six pupils per instructor and separate groups of children and adults. It starts with changing and equipment, continues with a little theory on weather and safety, practice in the water and stretching with a hot shower. It includes board, wetsuit, rash vest and accessories. The minimum age is 6.
Prices and times
A single surf lesson at A Lanzada costs €35, and passes lower the price: €60 for two lessons, €85 for three, €135 for five. There is a discounted rate for groups of four or more, families, O Grove residents and other groups. Times for the daily courses are 10:00, 11:30, 13:00, 16:00, 17:30 and 19:00. From October to May there are also monthly courses on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 to 13:00.
What they run
- Surf Lessons at A Lanzada Beach 2-hour surf lesson at A Lanzada Book
Practical details
- Phone
- +34 663 910 218
- [email protected]
- Website
- pradosurfescola.com
- Languages
- Spanish
- Meeting point
- Prado Surf A Lanzada school, right on the beach, A Lanzada beach, O Grove
Frequently asked questions
From what age can I learn?
From age 6, with separate children's groups.
Do I need to bring equipment?
No: the lesson includes board, wetsuit and rash vest.
Are there lessons in winter?
Yes, monthly weekend courses from October to May; for other days, call 663 910 218.