Easter Alert: How to prepare for your first Surfcamp in Las Canteras

Easter holidays are approaching, the perfect time for that mental reset you've been crying out for since January. If you're thinking of swapping the city rush, the crowds, and the unpredictable weather for waves, a Surfcamp in Gran Canaria is the answer you're looking for.

However, organizing a surf trip for the first time can raise some doubts. Will it be cold? Will I be isolated? What do I pack? At Oceanside, we have prepared this complete guide so your only worry will be standing up on the board.

The Urban Surfcamp concept: The best of both worlds

When most people think of a "surfcamp," they imagine a remote place, far from civilization, where the only options are surfing and sleeping. We offer you a different approach: the Urban Surfcamp.

Staying just a few meters from Las Canteras Beach (considered one of the best urban beaches in the world) allows you to enjoy the total disconnection that the ocean offers during the day, without giving up the vibrant cultural, gastronomic, and nightlife of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria when the sun sets. You have the waves of La Cícer right in front of you and a cosmopolitan city at your back.

A typical day at our Easter Surfcamp

To give you an idea of what awaits you, this is what a day with us usually looks like:

• 08:30 - Wake up with a view: A good breakfast in your apartment or surf house to load up on glycogen. Discover our accommodations for surfers in Gran Canaria.
• 10:00 - Into the water: You walk down to the school. We hand you your wetsuit and board, and we head to the sand. After a warm-up and the necessary theory, we spend two hours catching waves.
• 13:00 - Local recovery: After a good shower in our facilities, it's time to recharge. You can walk in your flip-flops to eat some fresh fish or papas arrugadas on the promenade terraces.
• 16:00 - Exploration: Free afternoon. You can rent a paddleboard, get lost in the historic neighborhood of Vegueta, or simply take a nap on the sand.
• 20:00 - Sunset and community: The surfing community gathers on the promenade to watch the sunset. It's the perfect time to have a drink with your classmates and plan the next day.

The Surfer's Suitcase: What to bring and what to leave at home

Traveling light is an art, and coming to the Canary Islands makes it very easy. Here are the essentials:

For the water and the beach

• Real sun protection: The Canarian sun in spring already bites. Bring your face sunscreen (preferably zinc or reef-safe to protect the corals) and don't forget a good lip balm.
• Comfortable swimwear: Girls usually prefer sporty one-piece swimsuits or well-fitted bikinis (waves will roll you). Boys, a boardshort with no inner seams to prevent chafing.
• Sunglasses and hat: Essential for hanging out on the sand or having a drink after your session.

For the city and leisure

• Mid-season clothes: During the day you'll be in short sleeves at an enviable 23ºC or 24ºC, but at night, the island breeze (the trade winds) makes a light hoodie or a denim jacket your best friend.
• Comfortable footwear: You are going to walk a lot. Comfortable sneakers for exploring the city and flip-flops for walking from the school to the beach are enough.

What NOT to bring

• Stress and unrealistic expectations: Surfing requires patience.
• Heavy gear: Leave your board and wetsuit at home. At the school, we will provide you with all the technical gear adapted to your level and the conditions of the day.

Benefits of surfing in spring in Gran Canaria

Easter falls in a magical transition period on the islands. The water slowly starts to warm up (around 20ºC), the weather is a preview of the European summer, and the waves in the La Cícer area usually have a perfect intermediate size to learn and progress without the massive size of the deep winter swells.

Spots in high season fly fast. Secure your holidays, pack that light suitcase, and book your Surfcamp or Stay & Surf Pack with us today. The Atlantic is waiting for you!