Surf School Lanzarote
The Instructors at
Surf School Lanzarote
Our team of coaches
We are an International Surfing Association Registered ( I.S.A.) school. The I.S.A. is the World governing body for Surfing and we also provide I.S.A. Instructor training courses in Sri Lanka. Contact us to find out more about our coaching.
Our Qualifications
All of the instructors at surf school lanzarote are International Surfing Association qualified and hold an in-date International Life Saving Federation Water Safety Award. Very importantly this ILS award has been designed for surfing instructors, and is renewed every 2 years. All our guest instructors also hold these qualifications.
We run ISA instructor training courses in Sri Lanka at Surf School Sri Lanka and have trained many ISA coaches over many years. This guarantees a level of safety of the highest standard.
Do check if the schools you may use in the future carry these awards and check if they are current and in date.
If you have an interest in attaining any of these awards and qualifications please contact us.
Jamie Jones
One of two sons of the legendary Tim Jones, He is one of our most accomplished and fully qualified surfers being able to surf a variety of boards and waves taking him to a wide range of countries in search of the best conditions to surf in.
He has been teaching for over 15 years and studied closely with Tim to help develop the schools system and his own coaching style. He has a unique ability to bring out confidence and fun in our clients and has an infectious passion for surfing.
dan Jones
Dan uses an intuitive technical approach to those he coaches and draws on a huge ability to record and analyze almost instantly the progress of his surfers. He’s therefore able to take these skills into development sessions that are truly progressive.
A highly skilled surfer on a wide variety of boards he has an in depth knowledge of surfboards and which boards will work for those he coaches. Dan is an International Surfing Association qualified instructor and holds an ISA/ILS Aquatic Rescue and Safety Certificate.
Mattia Barbui
Mattia is an accomplished Italian surfer with 9 years of experience dedicated to advancing his own skills. Coming from a competitive swimming background, where he swam for 14 years and taught for 4, he brings a strong foundation in water safety and technique to his coaching.
Mattia’s calm demeanor, combined with a respectful yet professional approach, distinguishes him in the often ego-driven world of surf coaching. He is a well-studied and hardworking instructor, passionate about sharing his love for surfing with others. His qualifications include certifications from the ISA and RLSS, further enhancing his credibility as a coach committed to developing both skill and safety in his students.
Alex Molina
Alex has over 9 years of experience coaching surfing, specializing in beginners to intermediates. His extensive travels have exposed him to diverse surfing techniques, enriching his coaching approach.
Known for his professionalism both in and out of the water, Alex places a strong emphasis on fun! And why else do we do this if not for the fun of it. His keen eye for individuals needs ensures that each student receives tailored guidance, fostering confidence and enjoyment as they progress in their surfing journey.