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WHAT'S YOUR SURF LEVEL?
Around 30% of our guests never touched a surfboard before.
Some have tried surfing a few times, can already stand up and would like to take that next step and become more confident and indipendent in the lineup with high quality surf lessons.
Still, we have more experienced surfers looking score uncrowded waves in incredible destinations and go on an adventure with new friends.
Whatever your level is, you have found your tribe.
Read below to find out more about your surf level and some recommendations on the best surf trip for your level.
ABOUT YOU
"I have never surfed before and I would like to stand up on a surfboard. I can swim."
GOALS
Learn about surfing etiquette, safety in the water and surf equipment. Learn to stand up on the surfboard in the whitewater and progress towards riding unbroken waves!
Recommended trips: Caparica Surf House, Tamraght Surf House
ABOUT YOU
"I have tried surfing a few times before and would like to catch more waves, start riding them and turning left and right."
GOALS
Improve your paddling skills and pop-up on the surfboard. Learn to pass the breaking waves to reach the line-up and start riding green waves. Work on your positioning and stance.
Recommended trips: Santa Cruz Surf House, Ahangama Surf House
ABOUT YOU
"I'm starting to catch and surf green waves on my own. I'd like to improve my timing, positioning and stance and become more independent in the water."
GOALS
Improve your ability to read the ocean, position yourself in the line-up and catch the waves on your own with the right timing. Gain experience reaching the line-up and being a safe and autonomous surfer in the water.
Recommended trips: Santa Cruz Surf House, Lombok Surf House
ABOUT YOU
“I can reach the line-up and surf on my own. I can catch green waves unassisted, riding the shoulder right and left in shoulder to head high waves.”
GOALS
Improve your paddling and positioning in the water, master the basics like a solid bottom turn and the skills to duckdive better to get to the line-up. Start getting comfortable in different conditions by always getting in the water with experienced surf guides.
Recommended trips: Algarve Surf Retreat, Aourir Surf Retreat
ABOUT YOU
“I am a confident surfer, can can take off in most wave conditions and I am working on my manoeuvres. I want to surf fun conditions and know the area better.”
GOALS
Surf a variety of wave conditions and focus on improving your technique with 2x/week video analysis. Learn how to position yourself on the peak and generate speed on the wave, starting from the bottom turn and the top turn. Discover the area and various surf spots.
Recommended trips: Maldives Boat Trip, Ghana Surf Adventure
ABOUT YOU
“I am a more experienced surfer. I want to surf my brains out and score quality waves.”
GOALS
Score good surf with friends and discover a new destination.
Recommended trips: Mentawai Surf House, Maldives Boat Trip
