Surf Class in Almada: Private 2-Hour Lesson

Learn to surf or sharpen your skills in the water with a dedicated instructor

A private 2-hour surf class in Almada for beginners and intermediate surfers, taught by a live instructor in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French or another language. You get a board, wetsuit and all gear included. The instructor works with you in the shallows to build fundamentals or takes you out to catch green waves if you're already comfortable on the board. Maximum 8 people per booking.

The experience

The class runs 2 hours with a private instructor who meets you and builds the lesson around your level. Beginners start in the shallows learning how to paddle, pop up and balance on the board: the coach stays close and shows you the motion, then watches while you try. If you're intermediate, you'll work on technique in the lineup, catching green waves and reading the water with the guide beside you.

All gear is included: board, wetsuit and everything else you need to get in the water. The instructor speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, French or another language depending on the booking, so you follow the instruction without translation lag. Groups stay under 8 people, which means the coach has time to watch your form and correct it rather than shouting directions at a crowd.

Almada sits across the water from Lisbon and has public transport nearby if you're coming from the city. The class is wheelchair accessible, and children from age 6 can join as long as an adult is with them. Souvenir photos are available to purchase after the session if you want a record of the day.

What’s included

• Private instructor in your chosen language.
• board and wetsuit.
• all other gear needed to surf.
• 2-hour lesson tailored to beginner or intermediate level.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (19 to 65 years) · Child (6 to 18 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Duckdive

Is this one for you?Choose this class if you speak English, Spanish, Portuguese, French or another language the guide offers: instruction happens in your language, not through translation. The small group size (maximum 8) means the coach watches your form and corrects it in real time rather than calling out to a crowd.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 18 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What do I actually learn in a 2-hour beginner surf class?

The beginner class covers paddling, popping up on the board and basic balance in the shallows with the instructor watching your form and correcting it as you practice.

Can I take this class if I've surfed before?

Yes, intermediate surfers work with the coach in the lineup catching green waves, focusing on technique and reading the water instead of starting from scratch.

What's included in the price?

The board, wetsuit and all other gear you need are included. You bring only yourself and a towel.

How many people are in the class?

A maximum of 8 people per booking, so the instructor has time to watch and correct each surfer's form.