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Areia Branca Surf School
About
Teaching surfing since 2012 we developed a personalized,intimate and focused method.We know that everybody is different,including his learning method.So,taking in consideration the mental,physical and technical characteristics of each student,our instructors will monitor your progress closely,giving you feedback in the water and also from shore.This way,we can make our lessons completely personalized and adapted to you.
Fun is the last ingredient of our method, but the most important one!
Adults
Kids
- Kids Surf
- Beginner Surf
- Intermediate Surf
- Advanced Surf
- Private Surf
Your accommodation
- Lessons
- Prices
- Getting There
- Waves
- Terms
- Due to changing tides exact surf lesson start times are not decided until the week of your lesson.
- After you book we will contact you the week of your lesson to tell you your lessons start time.
Kids Surf
We offer safety and fun surf classes to kids since 12 years old.With pick and delivery,the fathers are welcome if they want to join us. Two hours lesson ( 02.00 hours ) includes : -Showers -Transportation to another beach (if needed) -Surfboard -Wetsuit -Leash -Wax -Sport insurance -Photos
Beginner Surf
We will teach you the basics of surfing.You will learn about surfboards (sizes, shapes and materials),wetsuits, surf ethics and priority rules.You will learn how to handle the board in water,where to position yourself at sea, how to lie on the board, how to manage foam waves, how to paddle to catch your waves, how to stand (take off) and managing to stand on the board all the way to shore.
Intermediate Surf
You’re going to paddle and catch green waves that shouldn´t exceed three foots ( one metre) or chest hight. You will learn how to make the take-off (drop) before the wave breaks and to turn at the base of the wave. Two hours lesson ( 02.00 hours ) includes : -Showers -Transportation to another beach (if needed) -Surfboard -Wetsuit -Leash -Wax -Sport insurance -Photos
Advanced Surf
Now you are ready to learn how to preform manoeuvres, as off-the-lips,cutbacks floaters and others, at the green waves You´ll learn how to pick the adequated board (concerning your weight and height) to surf the different kind of waves and surf spots. Two hours lesson ( 02.00 hours ) includes : -Showers-Transportation to another beach (if needed)-Surfboard-Wetsuit-Leash-Wax-Sport insurance
Private Surf
For one,two or 3 persons or families Two hours lesson ( 02.00 hours ) includes : -Showers -Transportation to another beach (if needed) -Surfboard -Wetsuit -Leash -Wax -Sport insurance -Photos
Surf Guide
Surf guiding trips are led for our experienced Surf Instructors.More than 30 spots,close from each other,guarantee surf of quality allowing us to pick the type of wave that we want to surf.The daily choice of the spot is made taking in consideration the experience of the group. Morning/Afternoon/Both includes: -Showers-Leash-Wax-Sport insurance-Photos
Yoga
Hatha yoga,vinyasa and yoga for surfers are available in our yoga shala (studio)
Prices from 01 January to 31 December
Group Rates
| Prices per person | 1 Day | 2 Days | 3 Days | 4 Days | 5 Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kids Surf Lessons | €30 | €60 | €90 | €120 | €140 |
| Beginner Surf Lessons | €30 | €60 | €90 | €120 | €140 |
| Intermediate Surf Lessons | €30 | €60 | €90 | €120 | €140 |
| Advanced Surf Lessons | €30 | €60 | €90 | €120 | €140 |
| Surf Guide | €35 | €70 | €105 | €140 | €150 |
| Yoga | €20 | €40 | €60 | €80 | €100 |
Private Rates
| Private Surf Lessons Prices per person |
1 Day |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | €100 |
| 2 People | €150 |
| 3 People | €190 |
- We pick you up from your accommodation
Supertubos
Level: Advanced
The best wave in Europe. It works with half-tide and empty, with north and northeast wind. If the swell comes from the south it is a pipe machine. It requires determination to complete the strong drops with almost no water underneath. It is a wave very fast and for advanced level.
Peralta
Level: Advanced
Several peaks on this beach, a powerful beach break and a powerful left reef break well known worldwide for the epic tow-in sections. Requires experience and determination. East is offshore and the best swell direction is from the west. Works best with half tide.
Praia da Areia Branca
Level: All Levels
It is a beach break of great extension where there are at least four peaks to surf. The best wind is the east and the tide is almost full. The best swell comes from the west but works with all swell directions. There are waves for all levels of surf.
Santa Cruz
Level: All Levels
Beach break. An excellent wave to get barrels. All swell directions with east wind. Low tide
Baia
Level: All Levels
Another great beach to take your first steps on a board, it works with all tides. This is the best swell direction and can handle the side-shores however it is east that is pure off-shore.
Prainha
Level: All Levels
Excellent beach to take your first steps on a surfboard. South wind and north swell. Pass wax on the board while waiting for the half tide to have fun on this beach with multiple peaks.
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This amazing uncrowded coastline between Santa Cruz to Praia da Areia Branca offers many beach breaks and reefs. With beach breaks in each town suitable for learning and many off the beaten track waves along the coastline it is a great place to explore without the concern for large crowds.
Santa Cruz beach break gets good swell and waves are great on small to medium west swells. It can get crowded in the summer months but you only have to walk five minutes to find a peak that is quieter.
Praia da Areia Branca gets consistent surf and can work at any time of the year. Works best in offshore winds and best around low tide when the tide is falling. Even when there are waves, it's not likely to be crowded. Take care of urchins and rocks.
Don't forget to explore the towns of Peniche and Ericeira
Come Surf Praia da Areia Branca & Santa Cruz with us…
Payment
- A small deposit is required to secure your booking.
- Your balance is due 15 days prior to arrival.
Cancelling
- To cancel go to the MyAccount section and log in or register and you can cancel from within your account.
- Your deposit is non refundable but can be used for the same property/surf school within one year of your original booking.
- In case of desistance the money will not be refunded, however the customer may reschedule the booking within one year, provided the dates are suitable for both parties.
What happens if the surf school cancel the Surf Lessons?
In the rare occasion that conditions do not allow for the surf lesson to go ahead you will be given a full refund.
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