An experience of waves, sunshine and island adventures
at The KYO Villa in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria.
The Surf Week
Learn to surf, live in a historic villa and explore Gran Canaria. Our surf week is for beginners and intermediates, with a maximum of 8 guests, so everyone gets real coaching. Every morning, our coaches Paula and Rafael take you to the right spot for your level and the day’s waves: La Cícer at Las Canteras for beginners, and La Laja for intermediates.
Each session lasts about two hours: a warm-up, theory on the sand, then time in the water. Boards and wetsuits are included.
Days 2–6: Morning surf lesson with Paula and Rafael, lunch, then your afternoon: pool, beach, the old town or an excursion
Want all the details? Read more in our document: About the camp
No time for a full week? Our weekend packages give you the best of KYO Surf in two or three days: coached surf sessions with Paula and Rafael, a stay at The KYO Villa, and time to enjoy the beach, the pool and the old town. Same small groups, same coaching, boards and wetsuits included.
Surf Weekend · 2 nights · Friday to Sunday · €279
Friday: Arrive at The KYO Villa and settle in. If you arrive in time, join a short evening surf to get a feel for the waves. Saturday: Breakfast, then surf theory, warm-up and a full two-hour lesson. The afternoon is yours: pool, beach or Vegueta. Sunday: A final morning session, breakfast at the villa, and check-out before 12 pm.
Saturday: Drop your bags at the villa in the morning and go straight into surf theory and a full two-hour lesson. Spend the rest of the day as you like. Sunday: A morning surf session, breakfast at the villa, and check-out before 12 pm.
Welcome to The KYO Villa, a charming English colonial house in the heart of Las Palmas. With its timeless character and elegant design, the villa blends classic style with modern comfort, making it your home away from home for the week.
Cool off in our little pool, relax on the sunbeds under the Canarian sun, or take in panoramic views over the city from the spacious roof terrace. Inside, you’ll find a cozy living room and a fully equipped kitchen, and every bedroom has its own key for your privacy and peace of mind. The villa sits in a safe, picturesque neighborhood, just a short walk from the beach and about 30 minutes from the historic old town of Vegueta.
Experience the Gran Adventure. Gran Canaria, often called Europe’s Hawaii, offers great surf spots, cultural gems and breathtaking landscapes. Join our Surf Safari to discover the island’s best beaches, hike up to Pico de las Nieves, the highest peak, or wander through the golden sand dunes of Maspalomas. We can also arrange trips to charming towns and villages, golf and other activities, so just let us know what you’d like to do and we’ll help you plan it.
Meet Rafael, our local surf expert. Born and raised by the ocean, Rafael knows every beach, wave and hidden corner of Gran Canaria, and he loves sharing that passion with our guests. Whether you’re standing on a board for the first time or looking to improve your skills, he’ll make sure you feel safe, confident and have a great time in the water.
Your hosts are Rafael Díaz and Anne Olsen, and your coaches are Rafael and Paula Díaz. Paula grew up surfing the beaches of Las Palmas and is a former junior national champion, while Rafael brings years of experience and local knowledge of every wave around the island. Whether you’ve never stood on a board or you want to catch your first green waves, our week is built around you: small groups, honest coaching, good food and plenty of time to explore. Arrive as a guest, leave with a story.
Guest quotes:
“KYO Surf offers a blend of Gran Canaria’s vibrant culture and stunning coastline. The local charm and beautiful beaches made our stay unforgettable.” — Chloe Anderson
“The fun I had surfing with Rafael was beyond words! Exploring different beaches and catching waves in warm water made this trip unforgettable.” — Emilia Martinez
“The combination of beautiful surf spots and the comfort of The KYO Villa made for a memorable and relaxing surf experience. Highly recommend!” — William Harris
Every week includes 6 nights at The KYO Villa, 5 coached surf sessions, boards and wetsuits, all in a small group of maximum 8 guests. The packages only differ in how many meals are included, so choose the one that suits you. All prices are per person for 6 nights.
Pick your package and dates and we'll confirm your spot within 24 hours. No payment is needed to send a request.
How booking works
1. Send a request with the form above.
2. We confirm within 24 hours and send you a secure payment link.
3. Pay a €200 deposit per person by card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or bank transfer. Your spot is reserved.
4. Pay the rest 30 days before arrival. Booking later? You pay the full amount at once.
Surf Weekend: pay a €100 deposit to reserve, the rest 14 days before arrival. Surf Taster: pay in full, free cancellation up to 48 hours before arrival.
Flexible booking
Cancel 30+ days before arrival and get everything back except the deposit.
Change your week once for free, up to 14 days before arrival. After a change, the booking is non-refundable.
Can't come? Give your place to a friend at no cost.
KYO Surf is operated by Chamsaur Sisilia S.L., registered address 35005 Las Palmas, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain.
The same company also runs KYO Youth & Surf Hostel near La Cícer beach.
2. Your booking
Sending a booking request does not create a booking. Your booking is confirmed once we have confirmed availability and received your deposit or payment. All prices are per person, for the number of nights stated for each package (6 nights for surf weeks, 2 nights for the Surf Weekend, 1 night for the Surf Taster), and include what is described for each package on this website.
Special offers: are shown on this website, apply only to the packages stated and can't be combined. Student offers require a valid student card at check-in.
3. Payment
A deposit of €200 per person is due to confirm your booking. The remaining amount is due 30 days before arrival. If you book less than 30 days before arrival, the full amount is due at booking. If the balance is not paid on time, we may cancel the booking and keep the deposit.
Surf Weekend: a deposit of €100 per person confirms your booking, and the rest is due 14 days before arrival (or in full if you book later). If you cancel 14 days or more before arrival, we refund everything except the €100 deposit, which is non-refundable. If you cancel less than 14 days before arrival, no refund is given.
Surf Taster: the full amount is due when your booking is confirmed. You can cancel free of charge up to 48 hours before arrival and get everything back. If you cancel less than 48 hours before arrival, or don't show up, no refund is given.
4. Changes and cancellations by you
Cancelling: if you cancel 30 days or more before arrival, we refund everything you have paid except the €200 deposit, which is non-refundable. If you cancel less than 30 days before arrival, no refund is given.
Changing your week: you can move your booking once, free of charge, to another available week within 12 months of your original dates. Changes must be requested at least 14 days before your original arrival date. If the new week costs more, you pay the difference. After a change, your booking can no longer be refunded.
Giving your place to someone else: at any time before arrival, you can transfer your booking to another person at no cost. Just send us their name and details.
Refunds: any refund is paid to the original payment method within 14 days of the cancellation. No refunds are given for missed lessons, meals or nights, or for leaving early.
5. Changes and cancellations by us
Gran Canaria has surf on almost every day of the year, and we have a car. Every morning our coaches check the conditions and take you to the best spot on the island for your level, so lessons go ahead when the waves near the villa aren't right. We only cancel a session for safety reasons, such as a severe storm or an official weather warning. If that happens, we will move the session to another day of your week where possible. If we have to cancel your whole booking for reasons within our control, you get a full refund of everything you have paid.
6. Health and safety
You must be able to swim and be in reasonable health to take part. Please tell us about any medical condition, injury or pregnancy before arrival. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. You must follow the instructions of our coaches at all times. We may exclude a guest from an activity if we believe it is unsafe for them or for others, for example after alcohol use.
7. Insurance and responsibility
Surfing is a physical activity that carries some risk of injury. We strongly recommend that you travel with personal travel insurance covering medical costs, cancellation and sports activities. Nothing in these terms limits any rights you have under Spanish and EU consumer law.
8. Equipment and the villa
Boards and wetsuits are provided for your stay. Please take care of them, as you may be asked to pay for damage caused by misuse. At The KYO Villa, please respect the house rules, the neighbours and quiet hours. We are not responsible for valuables left unattended; each bedroom has its own key.
9. Photos and video
We will only use photos or videos in which you can be recognised for our website or social media if you agree to it.
10. Complaints
If something is not right, please tell us straight away so we can fix it during your stay. You can also contact us at info@kyosurf.es. Official complaint forms (hojas de reclamación) are available on request.
Chamsaur Sisilia S.L. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain, operating as KYO Surf. Contact: info@kyosurf.es.
The same company also runs KYO Youth & Surf Hostel near La Cícer beach.
2. What we collect
When you use our booking or contact form, we collect your name, email address, phone number (if you give it), your chosen package and week, number of guests, surf level and anything you write in your message. If you book, we also collect payment details (handled by our payment provider, not stored by us) and the identity information that Spanish law requires accommodation providers to register for every guest. If you tell us about a medical condition or injury, we use it only to keep you safe during your stay.
3. Why we use it
We use your data to answer your questions, handle your booking request, manage your booking and payments, keep you safe in the water, and meet our legal obligations, such as tax records and guest registration. We do not sell your data, and we will only send you marketing emails if you ask us to.
4. Who we share it with
We only share your data with the services we need to run KYO Surf: Formspree (which delivers our website forms to our email), Stripe (which processes payments), our web host, our accountant, and the Spanish authorities where the law requires it. Some of these providers may process data outside the EU; when they do, they use safeguards approved by EU law.
5. How long we keep it
Booking requests that don't lead to a booking are deleted after 12 months. Booking and payment records are kept for as long as Spanish tax and accounting law requires. Guest registration data is kept for the period set by Spanish law and then deleted.
6. Your rights
You can ask us to see, correct or delete your data, to limit how we use it, to object to its use, or to receive a copy of it. Just email info@kyosurf.es. If you think we have not handled your data properly, you can complain to the Spanish Data Protection Agency (aepd.es).
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