Madrid Surf School & Camp Santona, Spain
Madrid Surf School & Camp has been welcoming Surfholidays.com guests since Jan 2010
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3 nights of accommodation and breakfast
3 days of surf lessons
Surf material during the entire stay
Insurance
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The school of La Madrileña is located on the beach of Berria, which belongs to the town of Santoña, in the Autonomous Community of Cantabria.
The beach of Berria is one of the most beautiful beaches in the eastern part of Cantabria. 2 kilometers long, depending on the tide can reach more than 150 meters wide and its sand is fine and golden, almost white. It is surrounded by Mount El Brusco to the west, Mount Buciero to the east, and by an ecosystem of dunes and marshes to the south, which makes this beach an environment of incredible nature.
In addition, the beach of Berria is the only beach that has the distinctive "Blue Flag" (next to the beach of Ris), so it is a benchmark in terms of quality, safety, information and environmental education.
The beach of Berria is located on the edge of the first surf reserve in Spain. Therefore, it is perfect for surfing and allows you to combine surfing on this beach with others from the region with great waves, such as Somo, Loredo, Langre and Laredo. It is also the neighboring beach of one of the best waves of Cantabria, El Brusco; a wave suitable only for people with a high level of surfing.
But since not everything is just a beach, you can also go to Santoña, a town with a great seafaring tradition that offers interesting cultural corners (historical buildings from Napoleon's time) and culinary routes to suck your fingers.
Accommodation is something super important when you leave your house. When you travel, it is vital to feel comfortable and be in a pleasant place that is according to your tastes. Has not happened to you that sometimes the accommodation where you stayed was not to your liking and this has made your trip was not 100% perfect?
At La Madrileña de Surf we know that good accommodation makes the difference when traveling. We agree on this point and that is why we have created a dream accommodation (or at least, we believe in. Tell us what you think, we will love hearing your evaluation and experience.) This is for you!).
We have two accommodations on the beach of Berria, a few meters from the beach sand (not to mention a few steps from the beach sand). Our "Beach Houses" are decorated with taste and thinking about the comforts you need.
Madrid Surf School & Camp has been welcoming Surfholidays.com guests since Jan 2010
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The accommodation was great, its setup for small groups so it feels more like a home with really social living and dining areas to hang out in. I was in the 4 bed dorm room which was very spacious and had amazing views of the beach, waves and the mountains. Although most of us didn't know each other we became a family for the week, going out for lunch and dinners together and enjoying breakfast made by Joaquin. All the equipment is at the house which is really convenient and its a very short walk to the surf in your flip flops.
There isn't much at Berria beach (a bar and a hotel with restaurant and bar) there is a small urban area 10-15 minute walk from the house which has some nice local style bars and restaurants and a supermarket. Santona (a bigger town) about 30 minutes walk from the house is great, with loads of bars, cafes, and restaurants. I would highly recommend getting into the spirit of the area and bar hopping around santona, eating pinchos and drinking cervezas.
Joaquin has lots of great recommendations for restaurants to try.
The lessons were great, I was the only English speaker with very basic Spanish, but I was always included and they constantly made sure I understood each step switching back and forth between Spanish and English to accommodate me. The groups were very small, 3-4 people per instructor so very tailored coaching and plenty of time dedicated to you. The video analysis session also allows you to see the problems you make and correct them the next session. The beach is great, the water is clean and there are no rocks or anything to worry about. There are waves at all tide levels so you can get out mornings and afternoons.
The surf equipment is impressive, its all from premium brands, looks brand new, and Joaquin keeps it in great condition.
We provide Airport Transfers from and to Santander and they can be booked in the booking steps.
Instructors
Joaquin Cotta
Main Surf Beach: Playa de Berria
Kids Surf Lessons
We offer lessons for kids aged 10-16. Each lesson is up to 2 hours per day and include Surfboards & Wetsuit. We ask that parents are close by. Safety and fun are our main priorities.
Beginner Surf Lessons
Our lessons are 2 hours per day and include Surfboards & Wetsuit. Student ratio is 1:5. The beginner's lessons are taught in waist deep water. You will learn everything from stating techniques to turning and finally paddling outside and learning how to catch "green" (unbroken) waves. Kids lesson are available at this level.
Intermediate Surf Lessons
We have 1 instructor for every 5 students. You will learn how waves are formed, how weather conditions create the surf and be given the step guidance that will have you up and riding the waves on your first day!!
Advanced Surf Lessons
Each lesson is 2 hour and include video correction. We have 1 instructor for every 5 students. You will learn how waves are formed, how weather conditions create the surf and be given the step guidance that will have you up and riding the waves on your first day!!
Private Surf Lessons
Our lessons are 2 hours per day and include Surfboards & Wetsuit. Lessons are private (1 student - 1 instructor). Lessons available for beginner, intermediate and advance levels. Kids lesson are available at this level.
Berria Beach
Level: All Levels
TYPE OF WAVE: With enough swell and good south wind the waves are strong and nice. Neither is much swell necessary to be able to surf since this spot is open to the sea, the tendency of this beach is to generate flabby waves.
MORE INFORMATION: Located in the municipality of Santoña (Cantabria, Spain). It is a beach that is located on the isthmus that joins the peninsula that forms Mount Buciero (in Santoña) with the municipality of Argoños.
Its 2,200 meters in length are developed between Mount Brusco, to the west, and the massif of Buciero to the east. Its sand is white and fine, has a gentle slope and is decorated with the Blue Flag.
It opens to the sea on its northern part, to the south are the Santoña marshes. As for curiosities, it is located next to the prison of Santoña (El Dueso) where the series of choirboys was filmed, so if surfing is always bad, you can always dedicate it to singing.
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