First Surf Camp in the Canary Islands
OUR
TEAM
We have been teaching surfing in Lanzarote for more than 30 years.
Founder of the Surf Camp – HR
MAIKE
LANZAROTE
Founder of the camp in 1996. Responsible for human resources and marketing, he started surfing in 81 and following his passion for this sport has managed to surf in the five continents. In the beginnings of Calimasurf he directed the school and made the surfaris with the most advanced clients of level 3. Nowadays Maike is still looking for the perfect wave all over the world. If you want to meet him, look for him in San Juan or La Santa where he spends more time than at home.
Manager and chief instructor
PABLO
Manager and chief instructor of Calima Surf School. Responsible for coordination and problem solving.
A sea addict since he started surfing at the age of 3 with his father.
After many years competing, he sought to transmit his knowledge and experience to others so that they can learn this beautiful sport. From beginner to advanced courses, he will be able to advise you on everything you need.
Surf Instructor
ALBERTO
He got to know surfing when it was not yet considered a sport and society was not on good terms with anyone who was a surfer. He grew up surfing in the Venezuelan Caribbean and has lived to surf in Costa Rica, Hawaii and the Basque Country. Now Lanzarote is his home and what he enjoys most is connecting with people through the hours shared in the water watching the continuous progress that comes with the constancy of the practitioners.
Surf Instructor
ANTONIO
A lover of the world of surfing, the sea and its people. Since his first experience on a wave surfing has been a fundamental pillar in his life, dedicated to bringing his knowledge to others and thus transmit the values, techniques and fundamentals that make up this sport. With several years of experience behind him, both practicing and teaching the sport, he will transmit the explosive energy that permeates anyone who decides to enter the learning stages of surfing.
Surf Instructor
HUGO
He met surfing at the age of 19 and from that moment his life revolved around it. He learned independently, so his passion is to teach his students easily and quickly what he had so much trouble learning without advice.
Hugo can both introduce people to their first day of surfing and work with technique at an intermediate/advanced level.
Store clerk
CLAUDIO
Store employee, with more than 25 years facing the public related to sports and with more than 10 years surfing and trying to give the best personalized experience to everyone.
He will answer any questions you may have about spots, equipment or weather.
He is passionate about his work and dedicated to his clients.
Sales clerk and surf instructor
CLAUDIO
Claudio is the first contact with the customers who enter the store and decide to join the surf course. He knows the importance of this first contact with surfing, and therefore brings his skills and knowledge to those who enter this new world and this path.
It seeks to always provide an efficient service with the products and services we offer and that each customer has the best experience with us.
Store clerk and beach assistant
ALESSANDRA
The sport has always been an important part of his life, and from the first moment he approached surfing he fell in love with it and his life changed. The good feeling that surfing gives you is incomparable.
He will be at your disposal to help you and solve any doubt… and always with a smile!
Reservations and customer service
JUDIT
Be part of the reservations and customer service team at Calima Surf School. Their mission is to make your experience with us unforgettable from start to finish.
Whether you are looking for beginner lessons, technique improvement or equipment rental to experience surfing, stay or a whole pack, he will be there to advise you ensuring that everything is as smooth as the best of the waves.
Surf Instructor
WILL
He started surfing when he was six years old in Playa De Famara, which allowed him to acquire a great experience and knowledge in the sport.
In his youth he was a competitor, honing his skills and developing a strong connection to the ocean.
He currently teaches surfers of all levels, helping them to improve their technique and enjoy surfing.
His professional approach and experience make every lesson an opportunity to learn and advance in surfing.
Reservations and customer service
DEBORAH
In our reservation center in Lanzarote you can request all the information you need to plan your trip to Lanzarote. Deborah will attend you with professionalism and her surfer vibe.
With his years of experience in our team, he will be able to solve all your doubts with the efficiency, personalization and care that our clients deserve.
Surf Instructor
NIKOL
Surf instructor in Calima surf, with more than 3 years of experience working in Famara beach.
Originally from the Czech Republic, she loved the sea since she was a child and always wanted to live near the ocean. She fell in love with surfing on her trip to the Philippines, where she learned to surf with a longboard. Since then she loves longboarding and surfs mainly with her 9-foot board. She is a very enthusiastic teacher and loves to share time with her students in the water.
Surf Instructor
LAURA
Passionate about surfing since she was 9 years old, she started surfing with her father and some very good friends, who pushed her to improve every day.
After finishing high school he decided to dedicate himself to what he loves the most, surfing, and to transmit his knowledge and experience about this wonderful sport.
He will be able to help you with everything you need from beginner to advanced courses.
Surf Instructor
MANUEL
He has been surfing since he was a child, playing with a cork on the shore, and at the age of 16 he got his first surfboard, marking the beginning of a more serious commitment to the sport. His passion even led him to consider moving to another country to find a place where he could make a living from surfing.
Today, he is part of the Calima Surf School team, where he combines his experience and enthusiasm to teach this sport that has brought him so much. His dedication and love for surfing are a great asset to the team, inspiring students to connect with the waves and enjoy the surfing lifestyle.
Reservations and customer service
JULIANA
Since discovering surfing, he has not only become fascinated with the sport, but also with the lifestyle that goes with it.
His goal at Calima Surf School is to help visitors plan a perfect vacation, solving all their doubts and ensuring that the experience is as smooth as the waves on the beach. He is always available for whatever they need, offering good vibes and a smile at all times.
Housing Supervisor
ISABEL
During more than 25 years as a housekeeper in different hotel chains on the island of Lanzarote, she is now one of the people in charge of keeping the Surf Houses and private apartments clean and cozy so that no detail fails in your vacation.
Cleaning and maintenance
LORENA
More than 20 years dedicated to cleaning in hotels and tourist establishments in the Canary Islands.
She has been taking care of leaving all the rooms in the surf houses spotless for more than a year now, so that your vacation is totally satisfactory. By the way, if you want to do a washing machine talk to her, and she will gladly clean all your clothes for you.
Yoga and Ayurveda massage instructor
SANDRA
Sandra was born in Milan. After finishing her studies in environmental engineering she decided to venture out on her own, traveling around the world for a year.
On this trip she trained in yoga and Ayurveda massage in India, became certified as a Yoga teacher and for more than ten years has not stopped training and sharing her learning with her students. She offers yoga classes and massages for our students in Famara.
Reservations and customer service
NAHUM
A lover of nature, sports and movement, his curiosity has led him to explore various disciplines such as biology, acroyoga, dance, programming and to constantly try new sports.
His passion for making people as happy as possible is reflected in his professional approach, finding the perfect offer for each client to live a unique and unforgettable experience.
We are proud of our team, not because of their achievements, but because of what our students think of them.
Our learning method
Born and raised in Famara, we know the weather and terrain conditions perfectly, making sure you catch your waves safely and efficiently.
Surfing is trained in and out of the water.
We offer a special healthy program for beginners with one of the best and most modern teaching systems “Drysurf and Gyroboards”, we have a 200 meters gym where in the afternoons after surfing we will do some training 100% oriented to help you improve your surfing quickly.
Our Instructor Borja, with more than 10 years of experience in teaching surfing and a degree in physical education of sport, gives personalized classes depending on the level of the student.
In addition, we record you to show you your mistakes and help you in the corrections.