Surfing lessons in São Miguel, Azores Islands

Learn to surf on the beaches of São Miguel in the Azores. Whether you're a beginner or already know the sport, improve your skills in this stunning place!

Surf lesson | Intermediate

6 options available from €45

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From€45
2 hrs 15 min
Occasionally sporty
From 10 years-old and up
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Practical information

This will be a 2-hour group surf lesson at the intermediate level in the beautiful beaches of Praia das Milícias, 4 kilometers Praia das Milícias, 4 kilometers from Ponta Delgada, or Praia do Areal de Santa Bárbara, depending on your surfing level and the tides of the day.

Course of events

- Arrival at meeting point and introduction to the teacher.

- Briefing on safety rules and concepts to bear in mind about the ocean.

- Equipment distribution and set-up

- Dynamic warm-up.

- Explanation of surfing equipment and how to use it.

- Explanation on how to enter the water, get on the board, catch waves, and paddle.

- Explanation on how to stay on the board.

- Equipment return and end of session

Objectives

Practice and learn surfing techniques on the way to becoming an independent surfer.

Activity requirements

All participants must know how to swim to participate in this activity.

You must have some paddling skills and be able to catch green waves, with some help from an instructor or on your own.

You need to be super consistent with your take-off and be comfortable on the board and as well with the ocean beneath you.

Special terms

The lessons are normally held at Praia das Milícias or at the Areal de Santa Barbara. The students will be informed of the location on the day before the lesson, by email or phone call.

Meeting point:
Morro de Baixo, Estrada Regional nº 1 1º, 9600-219 Ribeira Grande, Portugal
Spoken languages:Spanish, English, Portuguese
Included
  • Surf board
  • Wetsuit
  • Leash
  • Licensed Instructor
  • Insurance
Excluded
  • Transfer, only under request
Do not forget to bring
  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Beach towel
  • Swimwear
  • Change of clothes