Surfing teaches us much more than how to catch a wave. From patience and adaptability to being present and accepting failure, discover seven simple life lessons the ocean has a way of teaching us...
When is the best time to surf in Fuerteventura? From powerful winter swells to more beginner-friendly summer conditions, discover what each season brings and find the right time for your next surf...
North or south Fuerteventura? From the surf culture of Lajares, Corralejo and El Cotillo to the long beaches of Jandía and Costa Calma, discover which part of the island suits your holiday best...
Somewhere along the way, many of us start believing we need to be good at something before we're allowed to enjoy it. Through the experience of learning to surf, this reflection explores why being a...
Lajares may be a small village, but it's one of Fuerteventura's most vibrant destinations. From surfing and volcano hikes to cosy cafés, live music, and local markets, this guide explores the best...
As children, we rarely worry about being beginners. As adults, trying something new often feels much harder than it should. This reflection explores why learning to surf can help you let go of...
Learning to surf can feel intimidating, but everyone starts somewhere. Discover why Fuerteventura is one of the best places for beginner surfers, what to expect from your first lessons, and why the...
What happens when a group of complete strangers spends a week surfing together in Fuerteventura? Follow the Reunion Surf Trip at Kyuka Surf Club as we look back on a week filled with surf sessions...
Not every surf spot in Fuerteventura is right every day. The best wave depends on the swell, the wind, the tide, and your experience level. This guide explores some of the island's most popular surf...
When I first started surfing, I thought the goal was simply to catch more waves and improve my technique. Over time, I realised the ocean had something else to teach me. This is a reflection on the...
Talking to strangers often feels much harder than it really is. Looking back, I realised that confidence didn't come before those conversations—it grew because of them. This is a story about awkward...
Nobody Warns You About the Friendship Admin Making friends as an adult feels very different from when you’re younger. Back then, friendships often happened without much effort. You sat next to...
I used to think confidence was something you either had or you didn't. Surfing taught me something different. Through small moments, better posture, and stepping outside my comfort zone, I slowly...
Canela's Wednesday night jam session is more than just live music. It's a place where travellers, surfers, and locals come together to share an unforgettable evening, make new friends, and discover...
I used to believe that changing my life meant making big plans and waiting for the perfect moment. It turned out that lasting change started with something much smaller: taking the first step. From...
Food Is Never Just Food I hate onions. Not in the “I prefer it without onions” kind of way.More in the “if there are raw onions in the food, I probably can’t eat it anymore” kind of way. Cooked...
The Conversations You Remember Are Usually the Simple Ones Some conversations stay with you. Not because someone said something incredibly smart.Or because there was a big life lesson.Or because...
Forgetting Names Happens to Almost Everyone You meet somebody new. They smile, shake your hand and say: “Hey, I’m James.” And somehow, about three seconds later, the name is already gone. At least...
I Was Always the Quiet One at the Table I was never the person with the funniest stories who was the life of their friends group. Not the loudest voice.Not the center of attention.Not the person...
Your own surf camp at Kyuka? Over the past months, Kyuka has slowly turned into something more than just a place where people come to surf or train. More and more often, people arrive with an idea...
Do you have a private room? This is usually one of the first questions people ask us. Not about surfing.Not about the island.About the room. “I’m not sure if I should book a shared room or a private...
Your first surf camp If this is your first surf camp, you probably have two thoughts at the same time: “This looks sick.” “There’s no way I’ll stand up.” Both are normal. Let me paint you a picture on...
The Island Doesn’t Clean Itself Fuerteventura looks clean.Wide spaces. Wind. Ocean. Desert. It gives the impression that things just disappear on their own. They don’t. Keeping Fuerteventura clean...
Every Reason to not do it You probably shouldn’t come.At least, that’s what a lot of people think before they book. They write us messages they almost don’t send.They start sentences with “I’m not...
On September 7th, Kyuka officially turned one.That’s right. One year of running this wild, beautiful, stressful, chaotic, stressful, grounding, stressful, exhausting, humbling, stressful, ridiculously...
How It Changed the Way I See Myself I still remember the exact moment I clicked “book now.” My heart was racing — not just from the excitement, but from the weight of what it meant. This wasn’t just a...
A Complete Guide to surf camps A surf camp is “a guided travel experience designed around surfing, offering both instruction and community”. The term is now suddenly very common in adventure tourism...
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Our blog covers everything from surfing tips and Fuerteventura travel guides to wellness advice, local culture, and behind-the-scenes stories from life at Kyuka Surfclub.
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