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SURFERS CENTER IN APELVIKEN

Right in the heart of Apelviken, you’ll find a modern, fully equipped surf center that has everything you could want. At Surfers Center, you can rent equipment or take one of our popular courses. The center features changing rooms and showers.

We’ve been running surf school programs for over twenty-five years, and our experienced instructors live and breathe surfing and work hard to ensure you have the best time possible on the water.

OPENING HOURS:

The center is now closed for the season.

News—while the center is closed, you can rent softboards and wetsuits through the store; see further down the page.

We’ll continue offering wave surfing and wingfoil courses for a while longer—keep an eye on our social media and sign up for our mailing lists to get updates on when courses are scheduled. We also accept private groups every day of the week by appointment.

If you have questions or would like to contact us regarding courses, please email henrik@surfers.se

OPENING HOURS:

The rental center is now closed for the season.

Address:
Tångkörarvägen 17
Apelviken, Varberg

Phone:
072-5254176
(We answer calls during regular business hours)

Email:
info@surfers.se

Rental:
At our center, we offer windsurfing, surfing, bodyboards, skimboards, E-foils, surfskates, skateboards, and SUP boards for rent.
Of course, we also have wetsuits.

Learn more about our rentals, prices, and more>>>

To book groups or courses outside of our regular program and hours of operation, please contact us via email at henrik@surfers.se

Rent a surfboard at the store.

New!
When the center is closed, you can now rent NSP softboards and wetsuits through the store. Rentals are available during the shop’s regular business hours—returns must be made by the end of the same day (you can return items even when the shop is closed). Boards and wetsuits are rented on a daily basis.

Price:
Softboard: 300 SEK per day
Wetsuit (when renting a board): 100 SEK per day.

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How old do you have to be to take a course?

We have age limits for our courses. The age requirement is listed for each course. We count the year you turn that age. In other words, if the age limit is 15, you must turn 15 or have already turned 15 this year to be eligible for the course. We have age limits to ensure that our group activities are as enjoyable as possible for everyone participating in the course. Being able to swim is a requirement regardless of age.

Do you have to know how to swim?

Yes, you must know how to swim and be able to swim 200 meters in deep water.

Is all the equipment included?

Yes, if you take a course with us, all the equipment you need is included, including a wetsuit (of course, you're welcome to bring your own wetsuit).

What do I need to bring with me?

Clothes appropriate for the weather, a good attitude, sunscreen, and swimwear.

Where do people gather for the course?

The center is located at Tångkörarvägen 17 in Apelviken, Varberg. Unless you receive further instructions, this is where you should meet before the course begins. Please arrive on time.

Are there changing rooms and showers?

Yes, at our center in Apelviken, there are changing rooms and basic showers.

What happens if there's no wind?

If the weather isn’t on our side, we may have to cancel the course. However, keep in mind that for certain courses, it doesn’t have to be particularly windy for it to be a good course. Very strong winds may also force us to cancel. The same applies if there is a thunderstorm or a strong offshore wind. Safety always comes first. We communicate through our booking system—so please be extra careful when filling out your information.

Why aren't there any available appointment times?

We post courses once we have a course “setup” that works. Staff, other events, and the weather are all factors that influence this. We do our best to plan as far in advance as possible. Since some courses are more dependent on “perfect” weather, we post those with relatively short notice. For surf and wingfoil courses, you can sign up for an SMS list to receive information about course start dates.

Can I sign up for a surfing class on July xx?

Unfortunately, we don’t have waves every day in Varberg. Waves are created by the wind. Unless the wind is blowing at over 7–8 m/s from the south to the northwest, there usually aren’t any surfable waves. We therefore can’t schedule surfing lessons more than 2–3 days in advance—until we see the forecast.

Can I book a private lesson?

Subject to availability, we offer private lessons. Contact henrik@surfers.se for pricing and availability.

Can I sign up for a class for the whole family?

If time permits, a family can book a class or activity. Contact henrik@surfers.se for pricing and availability. Please note that, as with other activities, everyone must be able to swim.

Can we make reservations for companies, bachelorette parties, bachelor parties, etc.?

Absolutely. We have plenty of events for companies and groups of friends. The day's weather will determine the activity. Contact henrik@surfers.se for pricing and availability.

Can I use my wellness allowance?

Many employers accept our courses as part of their wellness program. Check with your employer.

Wish List for Kiteboarding and Surfing—How Does It Work?

Some of our courses need to be held under the right conditions to ensure a great experience for you as a participant. Surfing courses require waves, and wing courses require just the right amount of wind. That’s why we post these courses on our booking page with relatively little advance notice. We simply post courses when we see that the forecast is right. To save you from having to check the booking page every day, we have an “express interest” system. You simply fill out a form with your email and cell phone number. When we open up courses, we send a text message to those who have registered. We also usually post info on our social media channels. @surfersvarberg – after that, it’s first come, first served to book your spot on the booking page.

I haven't received a booking confirmation

If you haven't received a confirmation of your reservation, check your spam folder. If you can’t find it in your spam folder either, contact us at info@surfers.se. Be extra careful when making your reservation to ensure you enter the correct email address and phone number. A misspelled email address will prevent the confirmation from reaching you.

COURSE PROGRAM

SURFERS BOARDWEEK
Monday–Friday for kids ages 9–13.
Learn more and book

WING FOIL COURSES
Wing foil courses in Varberg for all skill levels.
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WINDSURFING COURSES
Courses for adults and teens in Varberg.
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KITESURFING COURSES
Kiteboarding courses for all skill levels in Varberg, Gothenburg, Öland, Gotland, and Mellbystrand.
Learn more and book

SURFING COURSESLearn to surf with us in Varberg.
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E-FOIL COURSES
Try e-foiling and experience the feeling of flying.
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PRIVATE - GROUP BOOKINGS
Private event, bachelor party, bachelorette party, conference, or family gathering?
Learn more and contact us

Partners in another city:

Surfbolaget – Kitesurfing courses in Varberg and Åsa.

Behind Surfbolaget are Erik O. and Sidner, two deeply passionate kitesurfers whose lives and work are defined by the wind and the waves. From our base in Rågelund, a true hidden surfing mecca on Sweden’s west coast, we proudly run one of Sweden’s largest and most highly regarded kitesurfing schools.

Our journey together as partners began in Åre. Erik, with a solid background in sailing, was already running a kitesurfing school there. We were both already experienced kitesurfers—Sidner with a background in windsurfing and Erik in sailing. When an unfortunate hand injury temporarily limited Erik’s ability to handle everything the school entailed on his own, we found the perfect solution in joining forces. We quickly realized that our combined knowledge, our different backgrounds, and our shared vision provided an ideal foundation not only for running the business but also for developing it together. We clicked right away, and the decision to join forces felt like a no-brainer.

Today, we run Surfbolaget from Rågelund with a clear vision: to share the incredible sense of freedom and joy that kitesurfing brings. We offer professional kitesurfing courses for all skill levels, from those very first exciting steps on land to advanced riding and technique training on the water. Our goal is for every student to have a safe, fun, and enriching experience in Rågelund’s fantastic conditions or at other carefully selected spots, such as the unique sandbar at Vendelsöarna.

For us, Surfbolaget is more than just a school; it’s a vibrant community hub in the heart of Rågelund, a place where a passion for kitesurfing is shared and new friendships are formed. We place great emphasis on safety, quality, and personal commitment in everything we do.

Whether you’re just curious about trying kitesurfing or want to take your riding to the next level, you’re warmly welcome to join us at Surfbolaget in Rågelund. We—Erik O. and Sidner—look forward to sharing the wind and waves with you!

Learn more and book at:www.surfbolaget.se

SURFERS CENTER ÖLAND

At Haga Park, 1.5 mil south of the bridge abutment, you’ll find our summer center with a shop, school, and rental services.
Here you can take courses in windsurfing, kitesurfing, and wing surfing.

Learn more and book at: www.surferscenteroland.se

GOTLAND KITE SCHOOL

Mats and Simon run Gotland Kite School. They are two experienced instructors who offer lessons across much of the island. They also offer wingfoil courses.

Learn more and book at: www.gotlandskiteskola.se

MELLBY KITE

Kitesurfing and wing courses on Sweden’s longest sandy beach, between Båstad and Halmstad, or wherever the wind is best.
Courses are taught in Swedish, German, and English.

Learn more and book at www.mellbykite.se