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GOAL: STAND UPDAYS 1–2: THE BASICS
- Days 1–2
- Safety, paddling, pop-up
- Whitewater waves
Theory on the beach, practising the pop-up on the sand, then catching your first whitewater waves with your coach right next to you.
Surf camp
SURF LESSONS IN AGADIR FOR BEGINNERS: YOUR FIRST SURF WEEK
Never surfed before? Here is what learning to surf near Agadir really looks like – from your first lesson on the sand to your first green wave, in one week.
YOUR PROGRESS
WHAT YOU CAN LEARN IN ONE WEEK
With daily coaching on gentle waves, most beginners progress fast. A typical first week looks like this:
GOAL: STAND UP
GOAL: RIDE ALONG THE WAVEDAYS 3–4: RIDING WAVES
- Days 3–4
- Balance & board control
- Longer rides
More waves, better balance and your first rides at an angle along the beach. Video analysis shows you exactly what to fix.
Surf camp
GOAL: FIRST GREEN WAVEDAYS 5–7: GREEN WAVES
- Days 5–7
- Paddle into unbroken waves
- First turns
With the right conditions and your coach’s timing, many beginners catch their first green (unbroken) wave and start to turn.
Surf campWHY AGADIR
WHY AGADIR IS PERFECT FOR LEARNING TO SURF
- Gentle beach breaks: Anza, Devil’s Rock, Crocodile Beach and Agadir beach have soft, forgiving waves over sand.
- Waves every day, all year: there is almost always a beginner-friendly spot working, so you never lose a day.
- Sunshine and mild water: around 300 sunny days a year and water between 17 °C and 22 °C.
- Local coaches: people who grew up on this coast and know which beach works with which swell, wind and tide.
At Waves Hunter Surf House in Anza we surf every day, and beginners are a big part of our surf family. See where we go on our surf page.
THE LESSON
WHAT A BEGINNER SURF LESSON LOOKS LIKE
- Warm-up and theory on the beach – the parts of the board, how waves break, currents and safety.
- Pop-up practice on the sand – the movement from lying to standing, repeated until it feels natural.
- In the water with your coach – in waist-deep water, your coach helps you choose and catch waves.
- Feedback – tips after every wave, plus video analysis so you can see yourself surf.
A session lasts about 2 hours, usually in the morning. Board and wetsuit are included in our Surf Camp.
PACK SMART
WHAT TO BRING TO YOUR SURF LESSONS
- Swimwear to wear under the wetsuit
- High-factor sunscreen (SPF 50) and lip protection
- A towel, a water bottle and a hat or cap for the beach
- Flip-flops and sunglasses
- A good mood – everything else (board, wetsuit, transport) is provided
STAY SAFE
SAFETY AND SURF ETIQUETTE FOR BEGINNERS
- Listen to your coach – they know the currents and where it is safe to surf.
- Stay in the beginner zone and keep a safe distance from other surfers.
- Keep control of your board – never throw it away when a wave comes; turn and protect your head.
- Don’t drop in: the surfer closest to the breaking part of the wave has priority.
- Know your limits – rest when you are tired; there is always another session tomorrow.
FAQ
SURF LESSONS IN AGADIR: YOUR QUESTIONS
Yes. Most beginners stand up in their first sessions, and with daily coaching many catch their first green wave within a week.
You should be comfortable in the water. Beginner lessons take place in waist-deep water on gentle beaches, with your coach close by.
Anza, Devil's Rock, Crocodile Beach and Agadir beach all have gentle waves. Our coaches choose the best one each day depending on swell, wind and tide.
Yes. In our Surf Camp, surfboard and wetsuit are included, as well as transport to the beach and video analysis.
Our Surf Camp starts from €60 per day and includes accommodation, breakfast and dinner, daily coaching, equipment, transport and video analysis. Staying Bed & Breakfast? Tell us the day before and join a session.
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YOUR FIRST SURF WEEK STARTS HERE
Book the Surf Camp, surf every day with our local coaches and catch your first waves in Anza.
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