| Reading time: 6 minutes | By: Anne |

Surfing is something I have been interested in since childhood. Being active in the water and, above all, being at one with nature and the waves. But where are the best places to learn to surf? I found out and in this blog I take you to my five favourite places to surf in the Netherlands.

1. Surf school Ozlines - REYNDERSWEG 3E, VELSEN-NOORD

Surf school Ozlines can be found next to the Noordpier at Wijk aan Zee. Besides running entirely on solar energy, surf school Ozlines also has a Gold Green Key certificate: the international hallmark for sustainable business.

For over 15 years, surf school Ozlines has been providing boards, wetsuits and, above all, surf lessons. Learn to surf here on one of the best surf beaches in the Netherlands under the guidance of certified instructors. So it does not matter whether you are already an experienced surfer or just starting out, at surf school Ozlines the instructors are eager to teach you everything. Take part in a group lesson, a family lesson or a lesson especially for children and dance on the waves of the North Sea.

Read more about surf school Ozlines? Honeyguide Yalou received surfing lessons from Ozlines instructor Anne Albers. Read how it went for her here.

2. Surf & Kite package - QUEEN ASTRID BOULEVARD 103, NOORDWIJK AAN ZEE

During this sporty outing, you not only learn to surf, but also to power kite. The best combination on the beach of Noordwijk aan Zee. Enjoy the outdoors and get in touch with nature during this surf & kite package.

The package lasts at least 2 hours, but you are free to do the activities a bit longer. Depending on the weather, we will start with powerkiting or surfing on the Dutch sea. After a short bit of theory, take a refreshing dip in the sea or start exercising on the beach. At the end of the package, sit down in one of the nearby beach bars and enjoy a bookable lunch, dinner, drinks or barbecue.

3. Surf school Natural High - BROUWERSDAM 22, OUDDORP

At surf school Natural High, you can do a lot more than just surf. The event list is endless and full of sporting activities. Go blow karting, spend an afternoon kayaking, learn all about wave surfing or unwind during a beach yoga session.

Learn everything you need to know about surfing at surf school Natural High and start practising right away. Grab your board, put on your wetsuit and jump into the sea. Goeree-Overflakkee has the most ideal surfing beaches for advanced surfers and beginners. At surf school Natural High, passion, freedom, nature and fun are key. Afterwards, enjoy the sunshine at the Beachclub, as this surf beach has the most hours of sunshine in the Netherlands.

4. Surf school The Shore - STRANDWEG 2A, DEN HAAG

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and get a breath of fresh air on the beach. At surf school The Shore, sustainability is of paramount importance. For example, they use organic products, water from solar boilers and The Shore building consists of old recycled sea containers.

Would you like to learn to surf in the Netherlands in a fun and responsible way? Then surf school The Shore is the right place for you. Quality comes first at The Shore, which is why they are the only surf school in Scheveningen to offer a standing guarantee on surf lessons. Lessons are taught effectively by certified instructors and special materials are available for hire for beginners and advanced surfers.

5. Powerkite school - QUEEN ASTRID BOULEVARD 103, NOORDWIJK

Are you looking for more of a challenge? Then visit the Powerkite school near Noordwijk. Learn to kite on this Dutch beach with powerkites and kites that you can also kitesurf with. During this sporty outdoor outing, you will be able to fully unwind.

Get to know the sport of kite surfing at the only school in the Netherlands specialising in powerkiting. Throw your kite into the air and let the wind carry you away. Learn all about this sport from the certified and experienced instructors and join a group lesson or private lesson, experiencing the real kite experience.

Hopefully I have inspired you enough to grab your surfboard and go surfing at these awesome surf schools in the Netherlands. What is your favourite surf spot in the Netherlands? Share it with us at @honeyguide.nl/en and don't forget to tag us #heyhoneyguide.

Love,
Anne

 

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