Sports in Zandvoort ~ Surfing in Zandvoort

Surfing in Zandvoort

The North Sea is the ideal place to surf. Whether you are a beginner or advanced. There are several surf schools in Zandvoort where you can learn to surf or hire equipment.

Wave surfing in the Netherlands?

Have you always wanted to surf? Be able to conquer high waves and enjoy the power of the sea on a board without a sail? You don’t have to travel far for that, because wave surfing is actually possible in the Netherlands. The popularity of wave surfing continues to grow here. Granted, the real top days are minimal, but surfing in Zandvoort is well regarded. You can always go here, because there are always waves breaking. In offshore winds, Zandvoort is even excellent. Nice and wide and room for everyone.

Surf schools in Zandvoort

There are several good surf schools and also cosy, fun beach bars to have a drink afterwards. Children, beginners or advanced surfers, there are surf lessons for everyone!

Surfana Surf School Zandvoort

Surfana gives surf lessons to adults and children, everyone is welcome! The instructors welcome you with a smile and make sure you leave the sea with a smile too. All instructors naturally hold lifeguard and surf coach certificates. The surf school has existed since 2007 and the team is like a family. In short, feel welcome to experience the power of the North Sea at Surfana!

Surfana Zandvoort

surfers lopen naar zee bij zonsondergang op strand Zandvoort

North Sea Watersports

North Sea Watersports on Zandvoort’s South Beach may be known for kitesurfing, but you can also take surfing lessons here. From as young as 8 years old, the instructors will take you by the hand to learn the intricacies of wave surfing. You can opt for private lessons, duo lessons or lessons in small groups of up to 5 people. In summer, children aged 9 to 15 can join a 3 or 5-day summer camp.

North Sea Watersports

Watersports Centre The Spot

The Spot in Zandvoort is the water sports centre on the Dutch coast. Within the water sports centre are the kite, sup & surf school and the rental centre, where you can rent wetsuits, boards and other equipment. You can also store your own equipment here. The lessons offered are suitable for everyone from 7+, from beginners to advanced surfers. The surf school also organises surf & beach camps during the summer holidays for children 7 years and older.

Watersportcentrum The Spot

Watersports zones

For everyone’s safety, several water sports zones have been set up on the beach.

Surfing weather in Zandvoort?

Cloudless, 23.3°C

Wind speed: 10.2 knots / 18.8 km/h
Wind direction: East

For surfing in Zandvoort, the weather is important. Check the weather, wind direction and wind speed in Zandvoort.

Detailed weather forecast for surfing in Zandvoort

Webcam Zandvoort

If you want a live view of the beach and waves at Zandvoort, check out the webcams.

Other water sports in Zandvoort

Want something different from surfing? Then try kitesurfing, supping, wingfoiling or surf skating.

Kitesurfer hikes on the beach at Zandvoort

Kitesurfing in Zandvoort

Kitesurfing is perhaps one of the coolest sports on the water and gives a huge kick! Imagine skimming across the water with the wind in your hair. Not to mention the immensely high jumps you can make! Zandvoort’s beaches are ideal for letting the wind pull you forward and get your dose of adrenaline. And even if kitesurfing isn’t for you, you’ll still feast your eyes.

The thrill of kitesurfing: soaring high into the sky

When the wind is favourable, I can be found on the beach kiting. Three years ago, I learnt to kitesurf on holiday. I now have all my own equipment. Kitesurfing is cool to do. Especially because I can jump high, then it’s like flying for a moment! Learn it yourself at one of the surf schools!

-Jesse-

Suppen in the North Sea

Anyone who thinks Stand Up Paddle boarding is only reserved for inland waters is wrong. In fact, you can SUP just fine on the North Sea. Of course, the sea has to be reasonably calm, but if you get past the surf into calmer waters, you can paddle all along the coast. And if you head back to the beach, you’ll naturally catch a wave.

Wingsurfing the latest craze

One of the latest developments in surfing is Wingsurfing. Propelled by a kite, you skim across the water on a surfboard with a long fin. The faster you go, the higher you tower above the water. The wind doesn’t even have to blow hard for you to shoot forward. And of course you can also wingsurf in Zandvoort. At watersports centre The Spot, they will be happy to teach you how to master wingsurfing

SurfSkating surfing on dry land

A surf skateboard looks like a regular skateboard. The difference is in the trucks, to which the wheels are attached. On an ordinary skateboard, these only move from top to bottom, allowing you to make turns. With a surf skateboard, the trucks can also move forwards and backwards. This makes you incredibly manoeuvrable and really gives you the surf feeling. Want to learn how to surf skate? Sign up for lessons at Noosa.

Where can I park?

You can park almost everywhere along Zandvoort’s boulevard. In addition, Zandvoort is easily accessible by train.

Parking

What does a surf lesson cost?

You can book a trial lesson from €25 (children) and €37.50 (adults). It lasts 1.5 to 2 hours. Contact 1 of the surf schools and book today!

What do I learn during a surf lesson?

You start with an on-shore explanation of the basics of surfing and everything to do with safety in the water. Then you go into the water and try to catch a wave under guidance. First, you lie down and gradually try to stand up.

Are there showers on the beach?

The various surf schools have their own showers and changing rooms, so you can rinse off and change after surfing.

Surf lessons

You will learn from experienced trainers how to surf safely and, above all, have fun. The instructor will teach you the basic skills and you will often manage to catch a wave standing up during the first lesson.

Afterwards, you can shower and change in special rooms at the surf schools. There are also surfing lessons for advanced surfers or you can hire equipment to go out on the water yourself. There are many recognised surf schools here to learn different water sports or to rent equipment so you can get started yourself. The surf schools are spread over Zandvoort’s almost 7 kilometres of beach and each school has its own atmosphere. Most are open from April to September.