Surf House & SURF SCHOOL – Lisbon, portugal
The original Lisbon surfing experience
Since 2008
Real Surf. Real Coaching. In Lisbon.
No other European city suits so well with the word surf as Lisbon does. Visit Lisbon and come surfing with our team, in a safe, fun and friendly way. We’ve been doing this right for 18 years and experience matters.
18 years of experience
Teaching surf – all levels & ages
certified school
By the Portuguese Surfing Federation
Small groups
Up to 5 people per instructor
included
Equipment, insurance & transfers
The surf house
Surf & stay packages
Our oceanfront surf house. It’s not a party hostel, it’s not a silent retreat. It’s something in between.
Wake up. See the ocean. Have breakfast. Go surfing!
Boutique house for 18 guests max. with private & shared rooms.
Complete
Sleep & surf Full day
✔ Breakfast buffet included
✔ 2 x 2 hour lesson per day
✔ Transport to the surf spot and back
✔ All the equipment
Classic
Sleep & surf half day
✔ Breakfast buffet included
✔ 1 x 2 hour lesson per day
✔ Transport to the surf spot and back
✔ All the equipment
chill
Accommodation Only
✔ Breakfast buffet included
✔ Add surf lessons anytime
✔ Transport to the surf spot and back (if you want to enjoy the beach)
The surf house
Surf & stay packages
Our oceanfront surf house. It’s not a party hostel, it’s not a silent retreat. It’s something in between.
Wake up. See the ocean. Have breakfast. Go surfing!
Boutique house for 18 guests max. with private & shared rooms.
Complete
Sleep & surf Full day
✔ Breakfast buffet included
✔ 2 x 2 hour lesson per day
✔ Transport to the surf spot and back
✔ All equipment
Classic
Sleep & surf half day
✔ Breakfast buffet included
✔ 1 x 2 hour lesson per day
✔ Transport to the surf spot and back
✔ All equipment
chill
Accommodation Only
✔ Breakfast buffet included
✔ Add surf lessons anytime
✔ Transport to the beach possible
Just here to surf?
The surf school
At Surf School Lisbon, we don’t want clients just to learn or improve their surfing technique. We want also to give them the knowledge and motivate them to relate to the context and unique culture that this sport represents.
FROM €35/pp
Group Lessons
Up to 5 students per instructor and groups divided by level (first time, beginner, intermediate & advanced).
FROM €90
Private Lessons
Personal coaching. Flexible schedule. Faster progress. Learn at your pace with a certified instructor — just for you.
FROM €24,5/pp
Residents
Affordable surf in Lisbon — all year round. Discounted surf packages for locals and expats.
FROM €15/pp
University Students
If you’re studying in Lisbon, surfing should be part of your routine. We offer special prices for university students.
FROM €35/pp
Events & Corporate
Bring your team to the beach. Or celebrate something big — properly. We handle big groups and mixed levels
Kids Surf Camps
Surf camps for kids aged 8–16.
School holidays & Summer.
Transport and lunch optional.
Just here to surf?
The surf school
At Surf School Lisbon, we don’t want clients just to learn or improve their surfing technique. We want also to give them the knowledge and motivate them to relate to the context and unique culture that this sport represents.
FROM €35/pp
Group Lessons
Up to 5 students per instructor and groups divided by level (first time, beginner, intermediate & advanced).
FROM €90
Private Lessons
Personal coaching. Flexible schedule. Faster progress. Learn at your pace with a certified instructor — just for you.
FROM €24,5/pp
Residents
Affordable surf in Lisbon — all year round. Discounted surf packages for locals and expats.
FROM €15/pp
University Students
If you’re studying in Lisbon, surfing should be part of your routine. We offer special prices for university students.
FROM €35/pp
Events & Corporate
Bring your team to the beach. Or celebrate something big — properly. We handle big groups and mixed levels
Kids SURF Camps
Surf camps for kids aged 8–16.
School holidays & Summer.
Transport and lunch optional.
Surf year-round
Surf Lisbon, season by season
The best season depends on you. Summer brings social, beginner-friendly waves. Autumn has warm water and consistent surf. Winter & Spring offer quieter lineups and great waves for progression — we match the beach to your level every day.
SPRING
MAR-MAY
best for
Grow confidence + swell building up
● Mid season (1 Mar. – 19 May)
● More consistent waves without too much power
● Less wind than winter makes for clean conditions
● Caparica or Carcavelos
Fewer crowds than summer – more waves per session.
Summer Surf
MAY-OUT
best for
Easy waves + beach days
● High season (20 May – 15 Out)
● Smaller, more approachable waves
● Warmest weather and water
● Mostly Caparica
Portugal water stays “refreshing” – 18°C to 20°C. Wetsuit included in all our lessons.
Progress Season
NOV-FEB
best for
Cleaner swells + Skill building
● Low season (1 Nov. – 28 Feb.)
● More reliable Atlantic swell
● Quieter lineups, great for progression
● Mostly Carcavelos and Torre (or other sheltered spots)
Mild Lisbon winter, authentic Atlantic surf.
Surf year-round
Surf Lisbon, season by season
The best season depends on you. Summer brings social, beginner-friendly waves. Autumn has warm water and consistent surf. Winter & Spring offer quieter lineups and great waves for progression — we match the beach to your level every day.
SPRING
MAR-MAY
best for
Grow confidence + swell building up
● Mid season (1 Mar. – 19 May)
● More consistent waves without too much power
● Less wind than winter makes for clean conditions
● Caparica or Carcavelos
Fewer crowds than summer – more waves per session.
Summer Surf
MAY-OUT
best for
Easy waves + beach days
● High season (20 May – 15 Out)
● Smaller, more approachable waves
● Warmest weather and water
● Mostly Caparica
Portugal water stays “refreshing” – 18°C to 20°C. Wetsuit included in all our lessons.
Progress Season
NOV-FEB
best for
Cleaner swells + Skill building
● Low season (1 Nov. – 28 Feb.)
● More reliable Atlantic swell
● Quieter lineups, great for progression
● Mostly Carcavelos and Torre (or other sheltered spots)
Mild Lisbon winter, authentic Atlantic surf.
Josef ON the lisbon winter season
You think surf is only for summer? Think again
“I came in winter because I wanted to surf bigger waves, and now is the season for bigger waves.”
“I have no reasons to change the school. I’m happy anytime I came here. Good instructors, good conditions and you meet good people.”
How it works
Choose your surf experience
Surf & Stay package or lessons only. Book online in seconds, or send us a message if you’re unsure.
Select your date
Choose your preferred days and get immediate confirmation via email or WhatsApp.
Meet up (city pickup or at the beach)
We’ll greet you either in Lisbon or at the beach, get you sorted with gear, and introduce you to your instructor.
Surf — we handle the rest
We manage transport, boards, wetsuits, safety, and coaching so you can focus on having fun and improving.
Reviews from guests
Years of love from happy surfers
EXCELLENTTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lovely surf house and good to be near Lisbon centre. Surf school is a ~40 minute drive from the house each day but goes by quickly. Two surf sessions a day with some nice lunch spots nearby. Instructors are very hands on, constructive and made the lessons very fun. We were lucky to have great surfing conditions - caught lots of waves!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Siamo andati a fare surf con questa scuola mezza giornata ed è stata un’ esperienza meravigliosa. Per chi ne ha la possibilità lo consiglio assolutamente. Gli istruttori sono tutti giovani, simpaticissimi, super bravi a insegnare e con la loro allegria ti fanno godere questa esperienza al 100%. Per chi non sa nuotare, non c’è alcun problema perché si surfa dove si tocca e soprattutto SEMPRE accompagnati da un istruttore. Anche l’organizzazione è ottima perché ci si divide in gruppi da massimo 5 persone e quindi ogni istruttore ti riesce a seguire in modo personalizzato. Consiglio la mattina in quanto l’oceano è più calmo. Esperienza top assolutamente da farePosted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Un esperienza bellissima assolutamente da fare se ne avete la possibilità, per chi non è mai salito su una tavola da surf non c’è niente di cui preoccuparsi gli istruttori sono ragazzi giovani e bravissimi in quello che fanno forniscono tutto loro (muta e tavola) inoltre è molto comodo il viaggio da Lisbona fino alla spiaggia organizzato da loro (per chi lo vuole pagare) per chi non sa nuotare non è un ostacolo visto che si surfa in acque dove si tocca. Ci siamo divertiti un sacco; e per ulteriori informazione potete contattare il numero whatsapp che trovate sul sito, sempre molto disponibili.Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Would highly recommend this spot for surf lessons near Lisbon! My sister and I did a private lesson with Jessy; it was my sister’s first time and my 3rd, and Jessy did a great job giving us both great tips based on how we were doing. I made more progress in the time with her compared to any group lesson (although their group lessons are great too!). Pick up from the city center was smooth and boards & wetsuits were provided. Highly recommend booking a private lesson with Jessy, it is worth every penny!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The surf session was absolutely great! I really enjoyed the atmosphere, and the instructors gave excellent advice and guidance throughout the session. Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and professional. I had a great time and would definitely recommend this surf school!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Grace and I had such an amazing experience with Surf Lisbon. We originally stayed at the Surf House for three nights, but enjoyed the surfing so much that we ended up booking extra lessons on both Friday and Sunday, including one on the day our flight left Lisbon! Everything was incredibly well organised, and the Surf House had such a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. The real highlight, though, was the instructors. I had limited previous experience, while Grace was a complete beginner, and they were brilliant at adapting the teaching to both of our levels. They were patient, encouraging and gave really useful individual feedback throughout each session, so we both felt we made a huge amount of progress. The combination of great teaching, organisation and overall atmosphere made the whole experience so enjoyable. We would absolutely recommend Surf Lisbon and would definitely come back. Thank you to the whole team!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Incredible scenery, the instructors are all amazing and overall great fun. Suitable for people of all abilities. I had never surfed before and by the end i was riding a few waves.Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I just had my first surf lesson with Surf Lisbon, and I have to say it was simply amazing. You feel very welcome and well looked after from the very first minute. The instructors are super nice, and it was easy to connect with them. The atmosphere was great, and that moment when you stand up on the board for the first time—stunning. I booked another lesson right away. I can highly recommend this surf school to anyone; thanks for the great time!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I made this experience with my son 12 tears old, wonderful experience for both!! The teacher was very professional and funny, I recommend to all to have a very good day with the surf! Great location too! See you next year 🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
EXCELLENTVerified Surf lisbon Great, cozy hostel, all instructors make you feel welcomed and are so friendly. 15min metro from Lisbon and right next to the beach, amazing spot. Good value and very clean place. Fresh bread, meat and cheese with a coffee machine and fresh orange juice machine made breakfast amazing, but maybe could have more selection of foods apart from that? BBQ area available to use in hostel as well is another positive along with the nice outdoor area. Easy to meet and talk to people as you are all there for the same activityPosted on TripadvisorVerified Cool! It was awesome, instructors was goodPosted on TripadvisorVerified Amazing first surfing experience We had an amazing experience with Luis at surf Lisbon. It was my 6 year olds first time surfing and he was pretty nervous—Luis recognized that and built the rapport to help my kid get over his fear and up on the board. He ended up waiting to go back and ride the waves over and over. Can’t recommend the experience enough and would love to visit again!Posted on TripadvisorVerified From Nervous to Inspired: The Perfect Surf Holiday I have always wanted to dedicate more time to surfing, and this was my first solo surf holiday in the last 10 years. I was quite nervous at first, but the moment I arrived at Surf Lisbon House, all my worries disappeared. I had the most amazing time. Everyone was incredibly welcoming, the house was super clean and spacious, and the staff were genuinely friendly and caring. I joined the 7-day surf camp and enjoyed every single moment of it. The instructors took great care of us, making sure we felt safe in the water while constantly encouraging us to improve. I also really loved the yoga sessions with instructor Luis. He has such a beautiful, calming rasta energy, and thanks to him I felt more confident and connected in the water. I am truly grateful for this experience—it was exactly what I needed. I will definitely come back again!Posted on TripadvisorVerified First surf lesson Very good first private surf lesson for two — an adult and an 11-year-old girl. We learned the basics and even managed to surf a few waves standing up on the board! Lucas, the instructor, was impeccable: very professional, patient and nice.Posted on TripadvisorVerified Great experience I only surfed for one day this time, but it was an amazing experience as always. Great instructors — huge thanks to them! Can’t wait to be back!Posted on TripadvisorVerified Enjoyed afternoon We bought 2 hour lesson and it was really gut, we spent most of the time in the water and the lectors were great, friendly and helpful all the timePosted on TripadvisorVerified Geweldige surfervaring Super leuke surfles met een top coach. We hadden 1 surfcoach voor 3 personen waardoor we elk persoonlijke tips kregen om ons surfen te verbeteren. We stonden eerst op een foute locatie, maar de organisatie heeft hier rekening mee gehouden door een surfcoach op ons te laten wachten. Super! Ik kom zeker nog eens terug!Posted on TripadvisorVerified Look no further - this is the place to surf in Lisbon Over the years this place became our second home, it’s great around the year, we have visited SurfLisbon over the past 9 years and met awesome people, caught nice waves and enjoyed Lisbon. The team is very professional and fun! They will help you to catch your first wave and coach to advance in your surfing journey. Very easy connection to city center and the airport from the surf house. If you stay in the city you can easily arrange a pick up for the surf lessons. Be careful, chances of getting addicted to surfing are very high! :) Enjoy!Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
EXCELLENTVerified Fue una experiencia única e increíble. Mucha paciencia y dedicación por parte de los monitores. Repetiríamos seguro !!!Posted on AirbnbVerified Great surfing lesson for a first timerPosted on AirbnbVerified Det var min første surftur nogensinde og kan bare sige det var den bedste oplevelse og de bedste mennesker. Samme dag bookede jeg en dag mere🏄♀️🌞🌀🌊 Vil anbefale til alle ✨Posted on AirbnbVerified Prima esperienza di surf perfettaPosted on AirbnbVerified Our instructor Leo was very helpful, our group had a great time! Would absolutely recommendPosted on AirbnbVerified Got picked up from Lisbon city center which saves the hustle getting to the beach. Instructors were friendly and know what they are doing. Amazing teaching and feedback how to surf and what to improve. I am going to recommend it to everyone visiting Lisbon.Posted on AirbnbVerified ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The surfing class was an incredible experience for my son, and one of the highlights of our trip. The instructor was patient, knowledgeable, and made him feel comfortable.Posted on AirbnbVerified I can 100% recommend! It was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Lisbon. Everything was very well organized - you just show up at the central meeting point, and they take care of the rest. The team was incredibly supportive and encouraging, so even with zero surfing experience, you’ll be standing on the board after just a few tries. Such a fun experience!Posted on AirbnbVerified Diego was the best. He knew every small details about surfing. He helped me lot to catch the waves. Definitely worth the money and the time. Go no where else. This was my 3rd experience and most liked one.Posted on AirbnbVerified Amazing surf experience! We had a great time, learned a lot and enjoyed the session. The instructors were super nice, patient and motivating, which made everything really enjoyable even as beginners. We would definitely recommend!Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
Quick answers before booking
I’m new to surfing and not sure if I’ll be able to get it
No worries. Our experienced instructors cater to all skill levels, including beginners. We’ll provide personalised lessons and match you to a group according to your level, to help you feel confident in no time.
How does transportation to and from the surf lessons work?
We offer convenient transportation options to and from the beach for our surf lessons. Whether you prefer to arrange your own transportation or take advantage of our shuttle service, we’ll ensure you arrive safely and on time.
Where is the meeting point for the shuttle?
Meeting point outside Hotel Fénix Lisboa (Praça Marquês de Pombal, 8). Look for the white vans with our logo.
I’m not sure if I’ll have enough free time to participate in surf lessons.
We offer flexible scheduling options for our surf lessons, including morning, afternoon, and evening sessions. Whether you’re visiting for a day or staying longer, we’ll work with you to find a time that fits your schedule.
What’s included in Surf & Stay packages?
Accommodation, daily breakfast, surf lessons, board, wetsuit, insurance, and transport to the surf session.
How far is the Surf House from the city center?
About 20 minutes by train or 15 minutes by car. The house is 5 minutes walking from the nearest train station.
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