Watersports
Agadir Surf Lesson: Learning to Stand Up for the First Time
This Agadir surf lesson is for people who have never stood on a board. You start on the sand, then get in the water with an instructor beside you, with the board and wetsuit provided.
- Duration
- Half day
- Start times
- 08:30 & 10:30
- Getting there
- Hotel pickup
- Group size
- Up to 30 people
What you get
Highlights
- Learn to surf in Agadir with a qualified instructor beside you
- A board and a wetsuit are provided, so bring nothing but yourself
- Start with the technique on the sand, then get in the water
- Built for people who have never surfed, and fine for those who have
- Small, regular waves and a sandy bottom make this coast easy to learn on
- Pick-up and drop-off from Agadir, Taghazout and Tamraght
The experience
What to expect
The coast here is forgiving. The waves come in small and regular, the sand runs soft all the way out, and the water stays warm enough for most of the year. That is why so many people learn to surf in Agadir rather than somewhere with heavier swell and sharper rock.
You do not need any experience. The instructor starts on the beach with the things that actually matter: where to lie on the board, how to paddle, when to push up and where to put your feet. Then you go in, and they stay with you, telling you when to take a wave and what to change.
Be warned that it is tiring. Paddling works your shoulders and you will swallow some seawater. Most people stand up at least once before the session ends, and most people sleep well that night.
Run of show
How your session runs
Pick-up at your hotel
We collect you from your hotel in Agadir, Taghazout or Tamraght and drive to the beach we are using that day.
Lesson on the sand
Your instructor runs through paddling, the pop-up, where to stand on the board and the safety rules before anyone gets wet.
Into the water
You head in with your instructor, who picks the right waves for you and calls them as they come.
Back to the hotel
Dry off, get changed, and we drive you back.
Included
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel
- Air-conditioned transport
- A local instructor with you on the beach and in the water
- Local taxes and service fees
- Fuel and transport logistics
- WhatsApp support before your lesson
What to bring
- Swimwear and a towel
- Sun cream, ideally zinc-based, which is kinder to the sea
- Water and a snack
- A change of clothes
Know before you go
- A surfboard and wetsuit are provided
- You need to be able to swim
- The session starts with a safety and technique briefing on the sand
- Mornings usually have the calmest water
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Do I need any surfing experience for this?
None at all. The lesson is built for complete beginners, and the instructor covers everything on the beach before you go in.
Is the equipment included in the price?
Yes, you get a board and a wetsuit. Bring swimwear, a towel and sun cream.
How long is the Agadir surf lesson?
About 2.5 hours including transfers, with roughly 1.5 to 2 hours in the water.
Will I be able to stand up on my first lesson?
Most beginners get to their feet at least a few times. The beaches around Agadir are genuinely good for learning.
Do I have to be a strong swimmer?
You need to be comfortable in the water and able to swim. Beginners stay in waist-deep water, but basic swimming ability is needed.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, we pick you up and drop you off in Agadir, Taghazout and Tamraght.
