Our
Surf school

We offer group surf lessons, surf guiding, private classes and family lessons for both camp guests and day visitors along Portugal’s Algarve coast. For all levels — from first-timers to advanced surfers. Join our sessions in the morning or afternoon and choose between group or private lessons. We’ll take you to the best waves for your level.

come surf with us

We teach surf in Portugal since 1995

Join our surf courses in small groups or opt for private coaching. Whether you are just starting your surf journey or already have experience, all of our sessions are tailored to your level.

With a focus on safety and progression, our experienced surf instructors will take you to some of the most beautiful beaches in the Algarve. With sunshine and consistent waves all year- round, it is the perfect place to surf and enjoy life.

Explore our surf courses

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surfing in portugal

from beginner to advanced

We have many beach breaks in store, which offer ideal conditions to catch your first wabes and build confidence on the board and in the water.
Many different waves, both close to homa and further along the coast, provide the perfect setting to improve your skills and take your surfing to the next level.
Our experienced, local surf coaches will take you on a tour to find the perfect waves for your skills. South and west coast offer powerful and varied conditions, from sun sessions in the sunny south to more challenging waves along the west coast.

Our surf courses

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surf
lessons

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surf
guiding

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private surf
coaching

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Kids
surf school

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need a board? Forgot your wetsuit?

Rent your surfboard and wetsuit with us. Our multilingual staff are on hand to get you suited and booted for an epic day at the beach. We have a variety of surfboards, so no burden and hassle of transporting your own to Portugal’s Algarve. We have a huge selection of all kinds of different surfboards available to suit all levels and tastes.

Rent your equipment

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what our guests
are saying

huge improvement in my surfing

“After an amazing surf session with TSE in May with my friend, I couldn’t resist booking another day in August—this time with my boyfriend.
The instructors are absolutely fantastic: kind, knowledgeable, and so much fun. A special shout-out to Joao for picking us up and helping me catch my very first barrel! The theory and coaching here are excellent, and I’ve noticed a huge improvement in my surfing since joining them.
I’ll definitely be back in May!”

- Hannah & Miles
good equipment & great coaches

“I have really enjoyed my 3 days of surf lessons with TSE! They have good equipment and help to select the board that suits your skills and the surf spot best. The coaches are amazing, cheerful and always ready to help, and giving the right tips to accelerate your progress on the water! I can definitely recommend the course!”

- Adrian
helpful & fun

“We have taken a one day surf course, Pedro was our instructor. Could not ask for a more chill and helpful guide, we really enjoyed every moment of it. Thanks for creating such a great memory for us!”

- David
best spots for our level

“We booked surf lessons relatively last minute and the instructors were fantastic. They offered transfers each morning from our apartment in Lagos, and took us to surf camp where we collected our equipment for the day.
They took us to the best spots for our level/ability, and really coached us to improve. We spent the best part of all morning and early afternoon in the water.'‘

- Lauren