SPANISH LESSONS IN HUANCHACO

Spanish Lessons Huanchaco

If besides surfing you are up for another challenge, we also offer Spanish lessons as an option for all our surf camp packages. It’s not uncommon for the friendly locals of Huanchaco to start a conversation or give you surf tips while waiting for the next set of waves. Thus you can directly put your new Spanish skills to practice. What better and more relaxed way of learning Spanish than doing so while surfing?

A TRIP OF FLAVORS ON THE PERUVIAN COAST

Homemad Ceviche Huanchaco in a plate

When it comes to delighting the senses with a unique culinary experience, the coast of Peru stands out as a true gastronomic paradise. And at the heart of this delicious tradition is Huanchaco, a coastal treasure that offers an explosion of authentic flavors and traditional dishes that reflect the cultural and culinary richness of the country.

UN VIAJE DE SABORES EN EL LITORAL PERUANO​

Ceviche

Cuando se trata de deleitar los sentidos con una experiencia culinaria única, la costa de Perú se destaca como un verdadero paraíso gastronómico. Y en el corazón de esta deliciosa tradición se encuentra Huanchaco, un tesoro costero que ofrece una explosión de sabores auténticos y platos tradicionales que reflejan la riqueza cultural y culinaria del país.

HUANCHACO: THE MAGIC OF SURFING AND COASTAL CULTURE

Caballitos de Totoro on the beach of Huanchaco

If you’re looking for an adventure filled with perfect waves, rich culture, and culinary delights, look no further than Huanchaco, Peru. This seaside town is a surfer’s paradise and offers a variety of authentic experiences that will captivate you.

CABALLITO TOURS

Urcia surf school - Caballito tour 6

Located on the north coast of Peru, Huanchaco is a magical place where the past and the present intertwine in the waves of the sea. This coastal corner is famous for its impressive caballitos de totora, an ancient form of navigation that has stood the test of time and remains a vital part of the culture and spirit of the region.

UNDERSTAND THE SEA FORECASTS

Large waves set Huanchaco

Do you want to improve your level of surfing to new heights? One of the most important things is to know when is the right time to jump into the water. And for this, mastering the interpretation of weather forecasts, such as those offered by tools such as Windguru or Surfline, is essential.

READING THE WAVES

Huanchaco big waves over the pier

Have you ever wondered how some surfers always seem to pick the best waves and ride them with ease? The answer lies in the ability to read the waves. In this article, we are going to unravel the secrets of how to read the waves like a pro and master the art of surfing.

Before jumping into the water, it’s essential to understand how waves interact with the environment. Just as you learned to interpret a weather forecast, now you will learn to interpret the waves. Imagine this as your personal “radar” on the water.

5 TIPS FOR PADDLING

Clase de surf Urcia - mujer 3

In this article, we will explore five essential keys that will allow you to always be in the optimal position and obtain the necessary power to initiate your stand-up successfully.

CHOOSE YOUR SURFBOARD

Urcia Surf School surfboards selection

As we gain stability and confidence in our surfboard, we realize how essential equipment is to keep advancing and improving in this exciting sport. Although there is no perfect board, we are going to discover some essential aspects that you should consider when going from a softboard to a hardboard, so that you can find the one that best suits your surfing style.

4 FUNDAMENTAL SURF MANEUVERS

Huanchaco surfer doing a surf maneuver

Throughout your career as a surfer, you will learn from the simplest movements to the most elaborate maneuvers. However, there are four moves that will be repeated for each wave you catch. Once you get the hang of them, you’ll see how they influence all of your surfing.

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Caballito tour

For thousands of years local fishermen have been using Caballitos de Totora (reed surfboard-like boats) to navigate the ocean and surf the waves. It’s how surfing in Peru started! During our Caballito tour, Santos Urcia – father of Juninho – will show you how a caballito is made and will explain about this tradition that is still very much alive today. Of course you will have plenty of opportunity to try riding one yourself and catch some fish! Afterwards we will have a traditional Peruvian Ceviche lunch where we will prepare the catch of the day together. The tour takes about half a day in total.

Caballito de totora tour by Urcia Surf School in Huanchaco

Massage

After some days of intense surfing a massage can pep you up again! Massages last 1 hour and take place at our masseurs. Let your masseur know which muscles you prefer to be treated.

Yoga

Start or end your day with a relaxing yoga session! The sessions take 1 hour and take place at the beach. Your yoga instructor will adapt the exercises to your level.

Breakfast

Our hearty and healthy surfer breakfast includes coffee or tea, yogurt, cereals, fresh fruits, bread, cheese, ham and eggs. 

We cater for vegetarians, vegans and or alergies. Please indicate this in the comment area.

Breakfast at Urcia Surf House

Spanish Lessons

Combining surfing with learning Spanish
If besides surfing you are up for another challenge, we also offer Spanish lessons as an option for all our surf camp packages. It’s not uncommon for the friendly locals of Huanchaco to start a conversation or give you surf tips while waiting for the next set of waves. Thus you can directly put your new Spanish skills to practice. What better and more relaxed way of learning Spanish than doing so while surfing?

Spanish Lessons
For the Spanish lessons we work together with Manuel, a local spanish teacher with a lot of experience. In 1-hour lessons in small groups he will help build your confidence speaking and understanding Spanish, so that in no-time you will be able to chat with the locals, be it in the line-up or at the bar. The first Spanish lesson your current level will be assessed and based on that the focus for the rest of the course will be determined. At the end of every class you will receive some homework to continue learning in between classes at your own pace.