Somo is, without question, one of the most complete surf spots in northern Spain. Its two-kilometre-plus beach receives Atlantic swells with a consistency that is rare on the Cantabrian coast, making it the ideal setting to work on technique once you can already get to your feet and want to go much further. Here surf is not a summer trend — it is a local culture lived twelve months a year.
Advanced surf lessons in Somo are designed for surfers who already handle green waves and are looking for a genuine qualitative leap. The work focuses on aspects that beginner courses never touch: positioning on the wave, speed generation, executing manoeuvres such as the bottom turn, cutback or floater, and reading the peak early to pick the right wave before it arrives. Each session has a clear technical objective — it is not simply time in the water.
Groups are kept small to ensure the instructor can observe, correct and give individual feedback throughout the session. For those who want to go even deeper, private lessons and technical clinics with video analysis are available: watching your surfing from the outside is one of the most powerful tools for accelerating progression. Some programmes also include competition-oriented training with structured metrics and feedback.
The minimum level required is being able to surf green waves independently. From there, both intermediate surfers looking to consolidate their foundation and advanced riders wanting to refine their style or expand their manoeuvre repertoire will find a programme tailored to their starting point. The minimum age guideline is 7–8 years, provided the necessary technical level is met.
Autumn and winter bring the most consistent and powerful swells, ideal for working in demanding conditions. Spring and summer offer more accessible sessions with generally calmer seas. Whatever the season, the Cantabrian coast always has something to teach you.