Mike is a fantastic coach and surfer. He knows absolutely EVERYONE in town, chatting and joking with all the other locals. He´s been there almost 30 years, so you´ll be going with a local who speaks the language, knows the lineup, and can tell your about the tides and subtleties. Me and my friend are intermediate surfers and he set us up with everything we needed to have a great time – I´m confident the same would be true at any level, beginner to advanced. 10/10, highly recommend.
COACHING Service
I met Mike just about 20 years with my first surf class and have continue to go back to him over the years because of his dedication, attention to his students and knowledge. I recently picked up classes with him again and had a great experience as always! He carries out a different philosophy than other surf schools and gives a lot of attention and personalized feedback. It doesn’t matter if it’s the first time touching a board or a season pro, he adjusts to his students and provides and great service! If you are going to surf in Mundaka – Mike is the person to hit up!
Initiation classes
Mike is an absolutely awesome coach, we had a really amazing session together at an (atypically) uncrowded Mundaka. Mike called me into a couple of my best waves of the year and gave me some super helpful tips about backside riding. Mundaka is such an intimidating break, especially the first time out, so I would highly recommend getting a lesson with Mike your first day out (at the very least) so that he can give his expertise on the currents (which can be tricky) and where to get in and get out of the lineup safely. Thanks again, Mike! Hope to see you out there soon 🤙
GUIDE Service
We had an amazing experience. Me and a friend went together for a surfing lesson with mike. Mike is a very nice and relaxt guy. For me it was the first time. The instructions were very clear and he gives a lot of feedback to help you succeed. After i tried it a few times i was able to stand on the board while surfing the waves. This experience is really worth it and defenitely not the last time for me on a surfboard. We hope to come back!
initiation classes
I couldn’t ask more from my Surf Guide in Mundaka!
GUIDE Service
Mike is really helpful and a very experienced Surf Coach. Our Surf Session took place at the best conditions and day, suited perfectly for my surfing level.
If you find yourself in Mundaka and the surrounding areas, don’t miss out on this awesome experience.
We was working in Bilbao, We had 2 down days and decided to get an airbnb in Mundaka and after seeing the ocean we had to get out there. Being beginners we got recommended Mike. A few messages on WhatsApp and we was booked in for the next morning. Mike met us at 8am, got us suited and booted and relaxed. As soon as I was on the board paddling out I just knew I would enjoy it. Managed to catch a wave on my first attempt. We got individual tips and pointers whilst we was out there and it was honestly just the best experience I’ve had this year. If you are in Mundaka, Mike is your man. Get out there and enjoy it. Thank you so much Mike you are a legend.
Really good! I took private surfing lessons with Mike which really helped me. Lovely again. I can only recommend him.
COACHING Service
Thnx, Mike for the past few days. We really enjoyed surfing. Thank you for your good guidance and explanation, we have learned again and were able to grab some nice 🌊.We will definitely come back to you on our next visit, Agur!
Coaching Service
It was our first time surfing, and we loved it! Mike is a great coach and it really helps that the surf class takes place in a small group. Mundaka beach seems to be a good spot for beginners too, since the sand beach is easy to access and (in our case) it was possible for us to stand in the water most of the time.
Initiation classes
Mike is an outstanding surf instructor. My girlfriend and I contacted him on short notice during the offseason via Instagram. He was very flexible and taught us for two hours each for five days, just after we arrived in Mundaka.
Initiation Service
We had a lot of fun and were able to learn some new things and get more confidence on the board.
We had a surf lesson with Mike and both really had a lot of fun! The explanations of Mike are very good and understandable, furthermore Mike is a really funny and nice person who really wants to make the surf lesson a nice experience for you! Highly recommend!
Initiation classes
Mike is a freindly, dedicated surfguru.
COACHING Service
Lessons or coaching from him will defenitely help to boost your surfcareer forward!
Thank you Mike for the joy, wisdom and stoke🙏
It was a fantastic experience worth every penny, Mike is the best COACH you could have here in Bizkaia, very professional, patient and awesome guy altogether. It was my first time ever surfing but after this it certainly won’t be the last, thanks again so much! 🙌🏻
Initiation classes
An excellent experience! One that we’ll be revisiting again! Michael is a NATURAL SURFER, and to his students credit is a PATIENT and COMMITTED INSTRUCTOR. He makes SURE that everyone, even me a first time surfer, catches a wave! Michael has a contagious and friendly sense of humour that encourages fun and ultimate success in catching that wave. Many thanks Michael! When they develop a University Degree in “Surf, Smile, and Laugh” you’ll be El Professor!
Initiation Service
I was up in the Basque Country for a week and was missing the Stand up Paddle surfing I do in Malaga and thought I’d give normal surfing a try, even though I’ve never done it before. Mike provided a board, a wetsuit and some brilliant instructions, which got me jumping up onto my feet and riding waves. I had great fun, I learnt a whole lot and truly enjoyed being out in the bay, in one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been.
Initiation classes
Thanks a lot Mike. I really enjoyed the experience and look forward to to repeating it when I’m back in Mundaka…..
Took a two days teaching session with Mike.
COACHING Service
I wouldn’t have surfed in Mundaka if it weren’t for this!
He is a great surfer and very good feeling for where to line up and what wave to go for and not. As well he had a good feeling for how to stay well with the locals and also be able to take some really nice waves.
Coachvise, I would recommend to take more than 2 days and also then ask for filming depending on what kind of coaching you want.
Over all, I can only greatly recommend this guy!
The four days I spent surfing with Mike were AMAZING. I learned how to read the ocean and how to recognize a good wave, I improved a lot thanks to his comments and very CLEAR EXPLANATION, and I feel much more CONFINDENT surfing alone now than ever before. I learned so much and if I could have I would have done more classes with him.
COACHING Service
I absolutly recommend surfing with Mike! I joined two days of individual classes with him together with two other guys and enjoyed the interaction as well as his feedback, recommendations and patience. He‘ll creats a good vibe and makes the classes very enjoyable.
Martha Wurst
I was lucky enough to take classes with Mike, the truth is I highly recommend him, I’ve learned a lot and on top of that he makes you enjoy the class a lot in the water. I would definitely hire him as a teacher again.
Agustin De Giacomo
Our fifteen year old son has had a session with Mike. Although he is an experienced surfer, it was his first time in Mundaka and Mike has given him great advice on where to position himself, knowing how to choose the waves and how to manage the currents. He is also a very nice coach and a good connoisseur of these waves with whom he has connected easily. A highly recommended experience.
Guide Service
Just TOP! I had 4 days of private lessons with Mike and it was great! Mike has everything a top surf instructor needs: extensive knowledge, great equipment and a passion for surfing. Thanks also for the great fitness and training tips, so I can ideally prepare for my next surf session! I really enjoyed the time with Mike and am already looking forward to our next session!
Wolfgang Eder
Thank you Mike!
Great experience with Mike, really nice guy. Our kids got a great surf lesson in Mundaka. He was super attentive and patient and really took his time to run them through the basics. We can highly recommend Mike if you want a great day out in Mundaka.
Robert Orr
We couldn’t have been happier with having Mike as our instructor for our week long surf course in Mundaka. His upbeat demeanour, clear, thorough instructions coupled with the space to attempt and adjust on your own before stepping in with a keen eye to provide a little extra guidance and encouragement as needed provided the perfect balance for rapid and consistent progress throughout the week. Mike’s true passion for surfing and introducing others to it shone through and his professionalism made it a safe experience throughout. Couldn’t recommend highly enough. Thank you Mike!
Hanna Reich
I traveled to Mundaka for the weekend with family and friends, where we spent two days surfing with Mike. Both days were absolutely incredible. We began with some tiny waves and then moved on to larger waves the following day, which were a little harder than anticipated. Nevertheless, Mike was able to teach us the appropriate methods to improve our lines. We all had a great time with you, Mike. Thank you once more. Until then!
Timi Albers
Mike is the best surf coach at Mundaka. I have spent 4 days with private surf coaching with him and he took my skills to the next level. I highly recommend Mike. He has individual approach, has a lot of tips, makes great analysis and last but not least has a great fitness program.
Coaching Service
I took advantage of my family stay in Bermeo to book a few sessions with Mike. His support was ideal (choice of spot, advice in the water, post-session video briefing) and his passion contagious. In short, I recommend to those who want to discover or improve their practice of surfing to contact him. To the pleasure.
Boubker Tagnaouti – Toulouse (France)
Mis hijos Jone y Mikel de 9 y 11 años dieron clases 5 días con Mike y de verdad que daba gusto verlos. Mike tiene una paciencia y un carácter perfectamente equilibrado entre autoridad y complicidad con ellos. En septiembre volveremos. El último día mi mujer Ana, se animó y corroboró en medio de la preciosa barra de Laida, el buen hacer de Mike.
Servicio de INICIACIÓN
Zorionak, porque se nota lo mucho que te gusta lo que hacer (y lo digo siendo profesor). See you soon.
Totalmente recomendable! Desde el momento en que conoces a Mike te percatas de la pasión que siente por el surf y que luego transmite en sus clases.
Servicio de INICIACIÓN
Normalmente cuando asistes a una clase de cualquier deporte, las primeras veces sueles enfocar toda tu atención en únicamente escuchar y aprender, pero con el buen rollo que transmite, además de aprender, él procura que lo pases bien y disfrutes del momento sobre las olas.
Muchas gracias Mike!
