This level is directed for people who never surfed before or who are not able to stand up (take off) on a surfboard on most attempts. Beginners, we teach introduction to the equipment, safety rules, how the waves develop in the ocean, and the geography of the surrounding area, the elementary topics of Surfing (Theory and practice).
Safety rules
Surfboard composition
How to safely handle the board in white waters
How to place your body, lie and sit on the surfboard
How to paddle in order to catch your waves
The position on the line-up
How to properly take-off (stand up) on the board
Timing to take-off
We will also teach you techniques to reach the point break with ease; This is the most important part of the learning process, as you will have to merge these first steps and develop your surfing skills in order to grow in this sport;
The most relevant point is reading the ocean and respecting it; it’s the only way you can safely enjoy and, as they say, “ride the wave and fly on the champagne”
From May to October we meet at Arrifana Beach Hut
From November to end of April we meet at our Surf House
From May to October we meet at Arrifana Beach Hut
From November to end of April we meet at our Surf House
