Surf Lessons

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Surf guiding

Is this your first time surfing?
Do you still struggle to catch your own wave?
Do you still have trouble understanding the basic technique of standing up?

Yes. Then beginner is for you.

In beginner you will:

  • introduced to the parts of the board;
  • learn basic surf awareness and how to be safe in the water;
  • you will learn the correct paddling and board riding techniques;
  • you will learn the basic steps of turning;
  • you will have a two hour lesson with a qualified and experienced surf instructor.

Do you find it easy to catch white wash and ride it to the shore?
Are you ready to paddle out the back and try catch some green waves?

​Yes. Then intermediate is for you.

​In intermediate you will:

  • learn about surf etiquette and how to be safe in the line up;
  • learn about how the ocean works including rips, currents, tides etc;
  • learn the technique to get out in the line up;
  • learn the correct positioning to catch and ride a green wave;
  • learn how to turn across a green wave;
  • you will have a two hour lesson with a qualified and experienced surf instructor.

If you want to learn to surf in a short amount of time, if you already have good surfing skills but want to improve your technique or if you think you aren’t making any progresses anymore, this service is for you because it comprises individual guidance 100% focused on your needs.

​In Advanced you will:

  • Record in video;
  • Footage analysis;
  • learn the technique to get out in the line up;
  • learn the correct positioning to catch and ride a green wave;
  • learn s-turns;
  • Triming;
  • you will have a two hour lesson with a qualified and experienced surf instructor.

Can you already surf? Do you find it easy to make it out in the line up? Are you looking for some local knowledge? Or do you just want some company to surf with?

Yes. Then a day with our local, experienced surf guides is for you.

Our surf guide will take work to find the best quality wave for your ability, considering the conditions of the ocean on the day. They will be able to share their knowledge of the number of different surf breaks we have in Ericeira or nearby beaches. If you are interested in our surf guiding it is important to be honest and clear on your abilities to ensure you get to surf waves which are suitable for you. Surf guiding is ideal with one or two clients. That way there will be more waves for you! Please contact for more details on prices.

Some spots:

  • ​Cascais
  • Ericeira
  • Santa Cruz
  • Peniche
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Pricing

Group classes

up to 6 persons
40/ lesson
  • Surfboard + wetsuit
  • Insurance
  • Theory & Practice
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Pack 3 Classes

115/ lesson
  • Surfboard + wetsuit
  • Insurance
  • Theory & Practice
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Pack 5 classes

175/ lesson
  • Surfboard + wetsuit
  • Insurance
  • Theory & Practice
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Private lessons

One-on-one
120/ lesson
  • Surfboard + wetsuit
  • Insurance
  • Theory & Practice
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