SURFCAMP & SURF SCHOOL TENERIFE.
Surf Lessons, SUP, Tandem Paragliding and much more!
WHY SURF WITH US
MEET ANTONIO, MEET SURF LIFE
Surf Life Tenerife was founded in January 2018 by Antonio, owner and surf instructor, who left his previous life as a manager in a sports store in Italy to move to Tenerife and follow the sun and his dream of living the surf life.
Surf Life story
Follow the sun
“ My life changed when I was 20 years old ”
I was a Political Science student and a novice journalist, every day wearing my suit and reading the latest political news in the newspaper.
I went to Fuerteventura for a family holiday and I randomly surfed my first wave. At that moment, I realized that something big was happening to me.
As my life evolved, I never stopped traveling for surfing and I discovered another passion that connected me with the ocean even more: freediving.
During my upper level job career in a Decathlon store in Italy, I came to Tenerife on holiday. I joined a Surf Camp and experienced feelings that I had never felt before. The connection that surfing creates among people is incredible. I fell so much in love with the island that when I came back home, it was clear to me that something was missing.
On my first day back to work, I literally escaped from the store at half of my work shift and started driving away until a red light stopped me. I realized that my whole body was stiff and that I didn’t know where I was driving to.
I asked myself what was wrong and I couldn’t find the answer. Then I asked myself where I wished to be, and the answer was clear: in the water. Two weeks later I decided to quit my whole life and come back to Tenerife to start working as a surf instructor.
1 year and a half later, I decided to start my own project: Surf Life Tenerife.
Surfing made me a happy person, and my job is to make other people happy by teaching them something that will change their life forever, as it has changed mine.
The origin of Surf Life Tenerife was a small 5-seat minivan, a few surfboards on the roof and a bucket full of wetsuits in the back. Antonio spent his days driving around to pick up his students from different locations and taking them to the beach for the surf lessons.
“ Your vibe attracts your tribe ”
In May 2019, Surf Life Tenerife opened its school in Playa de Las Américas, just a few hundred meters from the spot where the surf lessons take place.
The Surf Life family slowly started to grow and it is now composed of a great number of surf instructors and booking managers. Each of us follow our own sun and share a project:
“ Living a happy life made of waves. ”
“ Surf Life is made up of smiles which express the joy of those who love the sea and believe in a different way of living. ”
“ Surfing made me a happy person and my job is to make other people happy by teaching them something that will change their life, as it changed mine. ”
Ready for a lifetime experience?
Instructor team
Surf With
Antonio
Owner, Surf Coach Lev 2 Federación Española Surfing & Freediving Instructor
“ When I started Surf Life Tenerife, I just wanted to live my life by sharing with people what I loved the most: surfing. I never thought I’d have a business one day. I had always disliked the figure of the entrepreneur. I didn’t want to be a boss. And suddenly those few surfboards I kept in my garage led to a project in which an entire work team now believes. And those people now live thanks to the happiness we pass on to other students. And this is precisely Surf Life’s mission: to create and share happiness through the passion for surfing, for the people who are part of it and for those who decide to try this wonderful sport that has changed our lives. We’ll do our best to do everything with love ”
Surf With
Maria Luisa
Booking Manager
Surf With
Marta
Booking Manager & Surf Instructor & Surfskate Teacher
Surf With
Aldo
Surf Instructor Federación Española Surfing
Surf With
Ivan
Surf Instructor Federación Española Surfing
Wall of fame
” My time at Surf Life Tenerife was awesome! I went twice: first for group lessons. The instructors explained everything well on the beach and helped each of us feel safe while surfing. They were really nice and professional, which made learning fun. During my second trip to Tenerife, I had private lessons in this school. A big thanks to Marta for being an amazing teacher and giving me lots of encouragement 💙💛. I learned so much in just four days! I really suggest this school to anyone who wants to get better at surfing or who wants to start. P.s. And if there are no waves, you can always book paragliding 😁 “
” Very heartwarming team who queers you up on your improvements. They actually watch everyone and give specific individual advice to improve your surfing. Highly recommended! “
” This is the place to start and improve your skills in surfing!! Instructors are amazing, they are so funny and motivating. They give a lot of good tips to surf not only on their lessons but for later to do it on your own. I have surfed before with different schools and have never felt so welcomed. I have done group lessons and private ones with my friend 24 and my 12 years old sister. For group lessons it was good that guys have a secret spot and there are not that many people in the water so you feel comfortable. For private lessons it’s so cool that each of us was on completely different level they managed to handle this and taught individually everyone. And my little sister is so inpatient but even she has started to love surfing 🏄🏽♀️ ☺️ So I recommend them and I really mean it 😉 “
” We booked a week-long holiday with Surf Life based on the amazing reviews. The hype is SO well deserved! We felt loved and supported throughout the whole experience. We met the friendliest, most enthusiastic and knowledgeable instructors and staff, all the admin and communication was impeccable, nothing but positive vibes from start to finish. We’ve left Tenerife as better surfers and happier people. We are so grateful to Surf Life for making it happen. We’ll definitely be back with all our pals. “
” Had a fantastic time on a 5 day surf camp with them. The instructors are passionate and knowledgeable about what they teach, giving useful advice tailored to your surfing level. The beach you’re going to be taught at gives plenty of options for waves, suitable for everything from beginners to more advanced surfers. Pick-up from your accommodation + a range of equipment are provided and lesson times follow the tides so you can get the best experience out of your time in the water. Honestly cannot recommend them enough. “
” I did a week of lessons here as an intermediate/“advanced beginner” surfer – I think between the group and private lessons I worked with every instructor they had. I was extremely impressed with the entire team – from communication before arrival to the actual lessons and ability to modify the class on the fly to more advanced or easier as the conditioned warranted. I wouldn’t hesitate to return. “
” I recently embarked on a solo trip to Tenerife and decided to try surfing for the first time. I was pleasantly surprised by the organization of the entire experience. From the very cozy hostel accommodation to transfers and surfing lessons, everything was meticulously planned and punctual. The surf lessons catered to all levels so whether you’re a newbie like me or more seasoned pro, you’re in very good hands! Not only the coaches were highly professional, but they were also incredibly friendly and supportive. Their energy is definitely contagious! Each class included a thorough warm-up, theory and safety instructions, in water practice, and, most importantly, a whole lot of fun and good vibes in a safe environment. Overall, my experience was nothing short of fantastic. I would highly recommend Surf Life Tenerife!! Thanks a lot to the entire team! “
