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Combined SURFING & Yoga Holidays in praia da Luz
THE PRAIA DA LUZ SURF SCHOOL
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All the surfing instructors at the Praia da Luz Surf School are qualified FPS Federação Portuguesa de Surf professionals. This accreditation ensures that the surf lessons are run by qualified surf instructors using proven teaching techniques and that all the courses follow the latest safety guidelines for accredited surf schools. |
SURF COURSES & SURFING LESSONS/TUITION
The Praia da Luz Surf School has both BSA and FPS qualified staff and are fully trained lifeguards. The school has been running for 10 years now and the staff are qualified to teach both beginners and intermediates. You will be kitted out in the latest O'Neil wetsuits with a board that is suited to your level.
Beginners
Beginners will be using soft deck boards to prevent any possible injuries and lessons will include beach & ocean awareness and safety. You will be taken through the timing of the waves to catching a wave paddling. You will be shown a technique in which to stand on the board that works for you. Beginners will also be shown how to turn left and right, weight adjustment on the board and finally catching unbroken 'green waves' to shore.
Intermediates & Advanced surfers
For the intermediate to advanced surfers we have longboards, mini mals, short boards and fishes. Whatever you surf, we've more than likely got it. Even if you want to take a couple of boards that can be arranged. You will be taken out back to catch waves that suit your level. The focus is on error correction, correcting bad habits and emphasis will be placed on basic maneuvers such as bottom turn, gaining speed and hitting the lip.
Experienced surfers will find that the western Algarve offers a huge variety of waves and surf conditions from small, glassy beach breaks to epic peeling point breaks and sucky, hollow reefs. Winter usually produces bigger swells and more powerful surf but summer has its classic periods. You can use the boards and suits provided by the school or feel free to bring your own quiver See our 'What to bring' page for board and wetsuit recommendations.
Whatever your level you will be taken to the beach by Land Rovers, some beaches have difficult access, especially in winter. The Surf tripsbeach include a packed lunch, water & shade and we spice the journey up a bit if possible by taking off the beaten track en-route to the beach and checking out some of our awesome countryside.
EQUIPMENT & SAFETY
All the equipment used is specifically designed for beginners and intermediates with safety being the key factor. Beginners use boards specifically designed for both stability and safety. Intermediates will use boards which provide a good blend of stability, manouverability and performance. The instructors will select a board suitable for your size, weight and ability.
All the equipment is checked and maintained on a regular basis to ensure you have the best material at your disposal. The surf school also provide a wide range of good quality wetsuits and rash vests.
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