Costa Calma (Sotavento) is a quiet coastal town/resort located about 80 kms south of the airport in Fuerteventura. The South is quieter than the north with less tourism thanks to restricted development. The pristine white sandy beaches and dunes on the Jandia peninsular rival some of the worlds finest.

All guests stay in our budget apartments or more spacious bungalows in the resort of Costa Calma. Our Learn to Windsurf Holidays in this area offer great value for money and are ideal for couples or friends who want to learn how to windsurf, enjoy the beach and the laid back Canarian pace of life.

Sotavento located on the outskirts of Costa Calma is considered as one of Europes best and most consistent windsurfing spots and in summer it hosts the annual Professional Windsurfing World Cup. The warm climate, consistent wind and variety of conditions make it a great all year round windsurf destination. The trade winds blow from as early as March through to Sept, summer is the prime season however thanks in part to the spot being located in a wind acceleration zone there is sufficient wind to run courses all year round.

As well as the long expansive beach the spot also benefits from having a large 3km shallow lagoon which provides ideal conditions for beginners/intermediates. The aim of Learn to Windsurf program is to give people a safe and fun introduction to windsurfing and by the end of the course you will have learned the fundamentals of windsurfing (See course outline below).

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YOUR 1 WEEK WINDSURF HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• 7 Nights Stay in Budget Apartments or Spacious Bungalows
• Self Catering Basis
• 10 hours Beginner Windsurf Course
• VDWS Affiliated PRO Windsurf Centre
• Qualified windsufing instructors
• Low Student to Instructor Ratio
• All Equipment – boards, sails etc
• Equipment insurance
• Inshore surveillance and rescue facilities
• Daily Transport to Windsurf centre from resort

Prices from 335€

KEY POINTS

• Location: Sotavento (Jandia), Fuerteventura South
• Airport: Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura (FUE)
• Transfer Time from Airport: 50 Minutes
• Join a Course: Mon. to Sun
• Course Duration: 5 days (10 hrs)
• Course Start Time: To be advised on ground, wind dependant
• Course location: Shallow lagoon or open sea with jet ski/boat assistance
• Student to Instructor Ratio: 2 pupils per instructor
• Maximum Group Size: 2
• Pickup Point: Accommodation
• Minimum Age: 8 Years (please ask for a quote for children 8 yrs+)

PRICES & SEASONS

LEARN TO WINDSURF HOLIDAY

Low Season
(Rest of Year)

High Season
(July & Aug)
1 BEDROOM BUDGET APARTMENT + 10H WINDSURF COURSE

2 people
335 €
365 €
1 person
485 €
515 €
non participant prices from:
149 €
149 €
1 BEDROOM BUNGALOW + 10H WINDSURF COURSE

2 people
389 €
415 €
1 person
585 €
609 €
non participant prices from:
199 €
199 €

Please note: all prices are per person and places are subject to availability at time of booking. We accept payment in Euros (€ EUR). NOTE: Flights and Airport Transfers are not included in price, check out our Getting There guide for low cost flights to Fuerteventura Airport.

accommodation

1 BEDROOM BUDGET APARTMENTS (Catalinas)
These compact and bijou one bedroom apartments are located on a small quiet development in the heart of Costa Calma and are only a stones throw away from the beach, main shops, tapas bars and restaurants. They are ideal for two friends or a couple looking for comfortable, affordable holiday accommodation. Each apartment has a twin bedroom, shower room and open plan living area and kitchenette. All of the apartments have a small balcony or terrace which has a patio table and chairs.

FACILITIES: Terrace/Balcony, Patio Furniture, Tea & Coffee Making Facilities, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Safe, Satellite TV.

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS/BUNGALOWS (Las Palomas & Gaviotas)
These spacious one bedroom apartments or bungalows are located on a quiet 3 star tourist development in the heart of Costa Calma and are only a stones throw away from the beach, main shops, tapas bars and restaurants. These apartments and bungalows comprise of a large open plan lounge and kitchen area and a full family bathroom. The sofa converts into a bed which is suitable for a child. The apartments and bungalows all have a twin bedroom with built-in wardrobes. Both have large sunbathing terraces which have sunloungers and patio furniture.

FACILITIES: Terrace/Balcony, Patio Furniture, Tea & Coffee Making Facilities, Hob, Microwave, Fridge-Freezer, Safe, Satellite TV.

The development has two beautiful swimming pools, both of which are surrounded by sunbathing terraces, parasols and sunbeds. The main pool is acclimatized to around 23 degrees. There is also a small children´s pool which is only 50cm in depth. There is a Pool Bar offering snacks and refreshments plus an onsite Reception with internet access.

LAS CATALINAS. 1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS

LAS GAVIOTAS. 1 BEDROOM BUNGALOWS

WINDSURF SCHOOL & WINDSURF LESSONS

The Windsurf Centre was opened around 27 years ago and since then Sotavento has earned a reputation as being the perfect spot for windsurfers and every year hosts the annual Windsurf World Cup.

The Windsurf School is an official VDWS accredited windsurf centre and the coaching program has been developed according to the their guidelines. The aim is for students to become safe, responsible and self-sufficient windsurfers.

The Windsurf Instructors are qualified via the VDWS scheme or equivalent and all have the necessary skills and patience to help you progress in a safe but fun enviroment at your own pace. For safety reasons and to ensure you get the attention you need on dry land and in the water, the windsurf lessons have a low student to instructor ratio. All students are placed with an instructor who specialize in teaching at a particular level.

The wind is predominantly cross-offshore and the windsurfing center and spot lies at the southern end of a long stretch of fine white sandy beach. Sotavento lies directly in a wind accelaration zone and as such it’s the islands most consistently windy place. All courses are run in either the large 3km shallow lagoon or in open water which is ideal for beginners or intermediates. For your safety the centre also operates a permanent beach surveillance and inshore rescue system.

The beachfront centre located on the southern edge of the lagoon has a good range of facilities including sunbeds, freshwater showers, WC and restaurant etc.

All the equipment used by the Windsurf School is provided by leading windsurf brands JP, STARBOARD & NEIL PRYDE and the equipment used for the courses is specifically designed for beginners and intermediates with ease of use, progression and safety being the key factors.

The beginner windsurf course covers: Knowledge of Equipment, Starting, Control of Board, Steering, Tacking and Turning.

At the end of the course, students have the option to take the VDWS exam and get the VDWS windsurfing license (arranged and paid for locally). This can then be used to further your instruction or rent equipment at any recognised VDWS centre.