Beginner Surf Lesson at the Beautiful Algarvian West Coast

Experience the thrill of surfing in the Algarve with a two-hour lesson. Expert instructors, modern equipment, and great surf spots await you. Book now!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Praia da Arrifana - Our team of certified, experienced, and multilingual surf instructors will introduce you to the basics of surfing using specialized surfboards and equipment at our surf school in the Algarve, located in the southern region of Portugal.

We tailor your experience by taking you to surf beaches that match your skill level, including famous spots like Arrifana, Monte Clérigo, or Amoreira. The exact beach will be announced the day before your lesson, as we consider your skill level and the wind and wave conditions.

During your approximately 2-hour lesson, you’ll learn about waves, currents, tides, and equipment, as well as how to paddle and handle the surfboard correctly in the water. You’ll always remember the thrill of catching your first wave and taking off into your new passion for surfing!

Please note that the lesson timings are subject to change. We will confirm the exact meeting time the day before your lesson, typically around 18:00. If you haven’t heard from us by 20:00, please call us at +351 960 460 800.

What's Included
    • Private transportation
    • Wetsuit and board included
What's Not Included
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
Additional Information

Great surf spots
Our three surf locations in Arrifana, Amoreira and Monte Clerigo in Portugal provide optimal surfing conditions in the Algarve for all skill levels.
Amazing instructors
Our seasoned, certified instructors holding ISA or FPS licenses will guide you and guarantee an enjoyable experience on the water.

Surf Theory
At the start of your surf training, you’ll familiarize yourself with wave features, currents and tides. Your instructor will also introduce you to the basics of surf gear.

Modern equipment
Our surf school boasts user-friendly soft boards, ensuring necessary safety while on water. The long, comfortable neoprene suits from Billabong and Ocean and Earth afford you maximum mobility and keep you heated in the water for a substantial amount of time.

Location
Algarve Watersport Kite- Surf- Windsurf School and Camp
Estrada da Albardeira
We will meet at the Surf Camp Algarve Watersport. Just walk into the office and get registered there. Please note that meeting times are subject to change and will onyl be announced the day befre the lesson.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Grandtour49073142142
Jul 21, 2024
Great wave! Great trip! - A great experience!!!!!! After planning us the equipement and a trip in mini-van, we got to an amazing beach! The teachers were super nice and very attentive. Lot of waves! Definitively happy to have chosen this camp!
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Vanessapc3756qv
Jul 21, 2024
Amazing surf lessons - Amazing! Best intructors, they really want you to catch the waves and do everything for it. There is also a good vibe in the cars !!
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Andreas_s
Jun 24, 2024
Perfect day! - I think the lesson and the build up was fantastic! Ansan and Emilio (instructors) did great teaching us the basics of surfing and had awesome energy! We met at the sport center and got a lift to the beach 45 mins away. Surfing at a beautiful beach with great waves. The meeting time was 10.30 but we didn’t start the ride to the beach until 11.15 so that could have been a little more effective. I really recommend this course to everyone who is looking for a surfing experience. I never tried before and think it was awesome!
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H3761qcjohannas
Jun 24, 2024
Best surf beginner course - over and above! - We hade a fantastic first surf experience thanks to the fantastic guides and instructors from Algarve Watersport. We were a family of four with our kids, 10 and 16. Thanks to surf instructor Emil we got a memory for life, the experience where over and above what we had expected. This was our first surf but not the last. Do not miss out on the warm, welcoming vibe with Lagos Algarve Watersport.
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E5245mvandrer
Jun 22, 2024
Amazing First Surf Course - Very friendly helpful Surfinstructor, my Friends and me had a lot of fun and had a very nice First impression of Surfing🏄‍♂️
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33phoeber
Jun 16, 2024
Lovely instructor! - Very nice instructors!! We had a lovely day in the waves in Arrifana! The teachers give good some good advice which helped me a lot !
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Monicadv4903gw
Jun 16, 2024
Awesome surf instructors - The surf instructors were great! They were so helpful and knowledgeable. They took to an amazing beach. We had a breat day learning to surf.
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Magx4607oe
Jun 16, 2024
Most beautiful place in Portugal - It speaks for itself that I have visited the camp for the fourth time! The vibe is great, the food is incredibly varied and delicious and the surf lessons are professional and so much fun! Thanks to the tips and help, I had faster success surfing and met great people. I will be back!
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Linahg8611tr
Jun 16, 2024
best experience - first day - first lesson. And already stood up on the board. Had a really fun time. I AM SOO HYPED to learn more tomorrow 🤩😆
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Carlolq4917ow
Jun 16, 2024
Great surf lesson, great surf! - The instructors were amazing! They took us to a beautiful beach with awesome views and the water was great. We had a good time in the water learning to surf. 🤙🏽
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