Crystal clear waters, gentle waves and incredible natural surroundings - these are some of the reasons why the island of Mallorca is one of the best places to start surfing.
In fact, in recent years, the island of Mallorca has become a meeting point for surfers from all over Europe, and all over the island you can find different spots for surfing in Mallorca, and, today, Hotels VIVA is going to tell you all about them!
With more than 500 kilometres of coastline, Mallorca is one of the most popular destinations for surfing novices. With its crystal clear waters, beautiful coves, amazing beaches, calm waters and the sheer volume of surf schools on the island, it’s an ideal place to get started in this sport.
There are three places on the island where you can find most of the best spots for surfing in Mallorca: Bahía de Alcúdia (Alcúdia Bay), the Levante coast and the Bahía de Palma de Mallorca (Palma de Mallorca Bay). This is where you’ll find the best swell, formed by wind or storms out at sea.
Swell is the term for the ripples that then become waves when they reach the shore. Of course, this will vary according to the wind and the season.
Here’s a list of the best surfing beaches in Mallorca:
So, now you know where to find the best swell for surfing in Mallorca, it’s time to decide where to take your first steps in this sport. We’re now going to tell you about four of the most popular surfing schools on the island, so get ready to enjoy surfing on your next trip to the Mediterranean.
Although you’ll get the biggest waves from September to May, surfing in Mallorca can be practised all year round in the surf schools that you’ll find at different beaches and coves. There are classes for beginners and also for those at an intermediate level, and so everyone will be able to enjoy this amazing sport.
In the beginners' classes, you’ll learn all the basics of surfing. The aim of these classes will be to enable you to position yourself correctly on the board, know how to approach the waves correctly, paddle, and also be able to get on the board while in the water.
If you already have some knowledge of the sport, then the intermediate level is the right level for you. In these lessons you’ll learn about currents, you’ll improve your paddling technique and your board position, and you’ll learn how to surf bigger waves.
Here are four of the best surf schools in Mallorca, all of which offer courses for all levels:
Bonaona Surf School: Located in Can Pastilla, this school offers classes and equipment rental for surfing in Mallorca. It’s open all year round, and offers classes for both adults and children, and novice and advanced surfers. It also has a bar service, lockers, Wi-Fi and showers.
El Niño Surf Center: Here you have a surf shop, school and rental centre for surfing in Mallorca as well as for stand up paddle, kayak, windsurfing, and kitesurfing. It’s located in Can Pastilla and offers surf courses for couples, groups and private lessons.
La Mosca Club de Surf: A great place for paddleboarding, kitesurfing and surfing lessons in Mallorca. This school is located in Cala Gamba and offers private or group courses, which include all the necessary equipment, as well as photos and videos.
Water Sports Mallorca: This school is located in Playa de Muro and there you’ll be able to practice surfing, kitesurfing, windsurfing, windfoiling, paddleboarding and catamaran sailing. It offers beginners and advanced classes for adults, children from 3 years old, as well as private lessons.
With these surf lessons in Mallorca you’ll be able to learn a little more about this sport and have an amazing day. In each of the courses, the school will provide you with all the material you need and you’ll always be accompanied by a monitor who will help and protect you in the water. Come and enjoy this experience on your next visit to the island and discover the Mediterranean with this exhilarating sport.
VIVA surfing!