Laola Surf Camps — Surf, Yoga & Fitness Weeks in El Salvador, Fuerteventura and Galicia

Laola is a small, personalised surf camp operation with camps in El Salvador, Fuerteventura and Galicia. The idea is simple: put guests near good waves, teach them well, feed them properly and keep the group small enough that everyone gets real attention. Each camp is a short walk from the beach — you're never far from the water.

El Salvador is the camp for regular-footed surfers. The country is known as the land of rights, and the coastline serves up long, flawless right-hand point breaks at Punta Roca, El Sunzal and Las Flores. Water is warm enough to surf without a wetsuit year-round, and the local surf culture is laid-back and welcoming. Beginners ride their first waves here; experienced surfers get the long peeling right-handers they came for.

Fuerteventura, the 'Hawaii of Europe', is the most complete camp. There's year-round surf and easy flights from London, Paris, Berlin and Madrid. The north shore has heavier, more advanced breaks like El Cotillo, La Derecha de los Alemanes and El Hierro, while Corralejo and Playa Blanca give beginners consistent, mellow waves and sandy beaches. What sets this camp apart is what's on site: a surfskate park for practising turns and balance on land, an 18-metre pool for swimming laps or apnea training, and a fully equipped gym.

Galicia, in northwest Spain, is the quiet option — powerful Atlantic swells, uncrowded spots and a dramatic coastline. Autumn and winter bring bigger, world-class waves; the rest of the year offers quality surf without the line-ups you'd find at more famous European breaks.

Yoga for surfers is available at all three locations and adapted for every level. Classes focus on building strength, flexibility and balance — the things that make you a better surfer — and help with recovery after a day in the water. Instructors are experienced and know the local breaks intimately, so you're always in the right spot for the conditions. Food is home-cooked, with vegan options welcome, and the overall vibe is relaxed: small groups, shared stories after a session, and a team that treats guests like family.

What's included

- Surf lessons with experienced instructors (beginners to advanced) - Surf equipment and board fitting - Yoga for surfers sessions at all locations - Home-cooked meals with vegan options - Accommodation at or next to the camp, a short walk from the beach - Access to pool, gym and surfskate park at the Fuerteventura camp - Small, personalised group coaching - Local knowledge of the best breaks for your level

What's not included

- Flights to and from the destination - Airport transfers (available on request) - Travel insurance - Personal expenses and extras - Private lessons (available at some camps, at additional cost) - Surfskate or equipment hire outside included sessions