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Practical information
Take one surfing lesson on the coast of Madeira and find out if this sport is for you! Each instructor will have maximum 4 students per class. Your instructor will adapt the number of students depending the size of the class. The surf spots might change, but you could surf in: Alagoa, Maiata, Machico, or Seixal Beach.
- Arrival at the meeting point and introduction to your instructors
- Equipment distribution
- Safety briefing
- Surf lesson with:
- Safety check - Learn techniques to keep you safe in the ocean
- Knowledge - Learn how to read the ocean to consider all factors when surfing
- Warmup - Get ready to dive in!
- Wave riding - Spend the rest of the session practicing what you've learned in the water
- Debriefing with photo and lesson report
- Equipment return, warm shower, and end of activity
- Engage with the environment
- Understanding different weather conditions
- Knowledge of the tides
- Safety measures
- Familiarise yourself with the technical equipment
All participants must know how to swim to take part in this activity.
Calhau surf school has its own facilities with changing room. Located on the beach, with fresh water shower in the end of the session.
Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent.
Pets are not permitted to join in this activity.
- Board and wetsuit
- Insurance
- Photo analysis of the surf session
- Expert instructor
- Transportation to the meeting point
- Food or drinks
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Sunscreen