Outdoor activities in Spain
This is Spain you haven’t discovered
Escuela Rias Bajas is situated in one of the most beautiful and pristine parts of Spain. Galicia is a region yet undiscovered, untouched by massive tourism, full of hidden beaches and spectacular wildlife. This is Spain as you hadn’t known before. Discover its outdoors and join our outdoor activities in Spain. Enjoy the Spanish Atlantic Coast.
Our students can choose from many activities organised by the school. The activities range from completely free to low cost to more expensive. Apart from the activities below, we also organise paintball sessions, golf courses, and special excursions.
If you want to try different activities each day, let us know, we will arrange your activities according to the schedule you give us.
Activities we organise
Price for all activities upon request as rates vary depending on the season and group size.
Surfing
The most famous beach for surfing is located right next to O Grove, the town of Escuela Rias Bajas. Lanzada Beach is the perfect spot to practice surfing, totally open to the Atlantic ocean, because of its location on the sandbar connecting the peninsula to the mainland. We work with instructors who will adapt the classes and materials to the student’s specific needs.
- Time: Afternoons
- Material: Included
- Transport: Included
- Place: Lanzada Beach (photo plus link)
- Booking options: Two weeks in advance, depending on ocean tides
- Conditions: Low tide
Kite surfing
Kitesurfing classes are given by renowned instructors for all levels, from beginners to advanced. If you’re interested in a week-long kitesurfing surfing course, check out our Theme Week. This is one of the most popular outdoor activities on the Spanish Atlantic Coast and specially Galicia due to its privileged location.
- Time: Afternoons
- Material: Included
- Transport: Included
- Booking options: Flexible
- Place: Mexilloeira Beach
- Booking options: Flexible
Horse Riding
The stables we work with are just outside O Grove. Since the town is located on a peninsula the instructors are familiar with all the routes and choose one with an appropriate level for the students who participate in horse-riding classes. The routes combine all types of landscapes, from forests to beaches.
- Material: Included
- Transport: Included
- Place: The peninsula of O Grove
- Booking: Flexible, at least two days before the start of the acivity
Kayak
Kayaking around the peninsula is a fantastic way to get to know the nature of Galician fiords, known as the Rias Baixas. We work with experienced instructors who will provide an unforgettable experience of sun, ocean and nature in this magnificent area.
- Material: Included
- Trasport: Included
- Place: Playa de las Pipas, O Grove municipal beach
- Booking option: Flexible, at least two days before the start of the activity
Pilates
This activity improves your flexibility and overall fitness. It’s recommendable for students with back pain and limited mobility. Furthermore, this class is a great way for our students learning Spanish to review and practice vocabulary relating to movement and the body.
- Material: Included
- Place: O Grove center
- Booking option: One week in advance
Boat trips
Our school arranges boat excursions for students. Favourite routes include trips around the Ria de Arousa, where the Peninsula O Grove is situated, and the famous Islands of Ons and Cies, which are national natural parks. During these excursions, the students not only get to know the spectacular nature of the Rias Baixas region but also get to know each other and different cultural backgrounds,
because our students come from all over the world. Our school facilitates the registration of visitors, which is obligatory to access the Islands.
- Place of departure: O Grove port
- Time: Saturday, full day 10-17
- Booking: Three weeks in advance