Around November, our messages start to change. In summer people ask about the best time of day. In winter they ask something closer to: is the water warm? Can I really learn to surf in December? Many of these messages come from Stockholm, Copenhagen, Oslo, Helsinki and Amsterdam. People who by mid-November have seen the…
Before a first lesson, people most often ask us which beach is best for beginners. It mostly depends on the day. We explain why below, along with what is useful to know before you come: where Santa Cruz is, what surfing here is like in summer and in winter, and what a first lesson looks…
Every autumn, the same thing happens. The summer crowds disappear, the beach bars pull in their chairs, and people start messaging us with one question: are you still open? We are. We teach all year, because in Portugal the surf season does not end when the main season does. So what does surfing on the…
If you plan to spend time in the water in Portugal, swimming, surfing or with children, you will often see the Blue Flag (Bandeira Azul in Portuguese). It is a practical label for beaches that meet set standards for water quality, environmental management, safety and facilities. The programme has run for decades and is recognised…
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