Surf Circus 81 offers fun, small-group surf lessons in Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas, Gran Canaria. With year-round sunshine, consistent Atlantic waves and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, Gran Canaria is the perfect place to learn to surf, improve your skills, meet new people and experience the ocean.
Choose from our traditional surf lessons or experience something completely different and Surf with Denis, our surf-loving dachshund and the star of Surf Circus 81.
Our surf lessons are suitable for beginners and improving surfers, with professional instruction, quality equipment and small groups to give every surfer plenty of attention in the water.
Surf Lessons in Playa del Inglés & Maspalomas, Gran Canaria
Surf Circus 81 offers fun, small-group surf lessons in Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas, Gran Canaria. With year-round sunshine, consistent Atlantic waves and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, Gran Canaria is the perfect place to learn to surf, improve your skills, meet new people and experience the ocean.
Choose from our traditional surf lessons or experience something completely different and Surf with Denis, our surf-loving dachshund and the star of Surf Circus 81.
Our surf lessons are suitable for beginners and improving surfers, with professional instruction, quality equipment and small groups to give every surfer plenty of attention in the water.
good people great vibes
surf with denis!
epic photos & videos
small groups max 6 people
amazing location
ALL LEVELS WELCOME
GOOD ViBES
Maspalomas, Gran Canaria
Learn to surf in paradise with Surf Circus 81. We offer fun, safe and unforgettable surf experiences in Gran Canaria for beginners, improvers and anyone who wants to experience surfing in a relaxed, friendly environment.
defferent people same ocean it's a circus!
"best surf experience ever!"
"best surf experience ever!"
"best surf experience ever!"
"best surf experience ever!"
Traditional Surf Lessons
learn. improve. have fun!
2 hours of surf lessons;
maximum 6 people per class;
surfboard, wetsuit and leash;
qualified surf instructors;
surf insurance;
photos of your experience;
water;
and lessons suitable for all levels with no previous experience required.
Our 2-hour surf lessons in Maspalomas are perfect for beginners and improvers. Learn with qualified surf instructors in small groups, enjoy the incredible beaches of Gran Canaria and experience the thrill of surfing in a safe, friendly and relaxed environment.
all equipment; free photos and videos; surf insurance; water; all levels welcome.
Learn to surf and, when conditions are suitable, experience having Denis on your surfboard with you. It’s one of the most unusual surf experiences in Gran Canaria and something you’ll never forget.
This isn’t just a photo opportunity — you actually get to surf with Denis. Join the Surf Circus team for a 3-hour surf experience in Gran Canaria.
Meet the people — and dog — behind Surf Circus 81, a small independent surf school in Maspalomas, Gran Canaria.
more than a team... a community
join the circus
different people same ocean!
A SMALL TEAM WITH A BIG MISSION
Meet the people — and dog — behind Surf Circus 81, a small independent surf school in Maspalomas, Gran Canaria. We’re passionate about surfing, the ocean, adventure and creating memorable experiences for people visiting Gran Canaria.
surf | explore | meet amazing people create lasting memories
GALLERY
See what surfing with Surf Circus 81 is really like.
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About Surf Circus 81 – Surf School in Maspalomas, Gran Canaria
He wanted to build a place where people from around the world could come together, learn, laugh and experience the incredible power of the ocean.
When Denis, our adventurous dachshund, joined the family, everything changed. What started as a few playful beach sessions became something truly unique — surfing with a dog.
Denis quickly became the heart of Surf Circus, bringing smiles, breaking down barriers and proving that surfing is for everyone.
Today, Surf Circus 81 welcomes beginners, experienced surfers, families, solo travellers and anyone who wants to become part of the circus.
Surf Circus 81 was founded in Gran Canaria by Leo, a passionate surfer with 37 years of experience, who wanted to create more than just surf lessons.
-LEO
"surfing brought us here, but it's the people who make it special"
our story
We believe surfing can build confidence, improve wellbeing and create a more positive, connected world.
That’s why we keep our groups small, our atmosphere friendly and our focus on people — not simply putting as many customers through a lesson as possible.
We also want to inspire respect for the ocean and environment and show that adventure, kindness and good vibes can go hand in hand.
Our mission is to share the stoke of surfing, create unforgettable experiences and bring people closer to nature, each other and themselves.