Stand Up on Your First Lesson — Surf Porto da Cruz
Small groups, private coaching, photo analysis and gear rentals on Madeira's north coast beaches.
Surf Lessons & Experiences
Kid lessons, single and multi-day lessons, private coaching, guided surf days, SUP tours, rentals and hotel + surf packages.
About Madeira Calhau Surf School
Madeira Calhau Surf School is a surf school based in Porto da Cruz, Madeira, offering a full range of surf lessons, rentals and guided experiences for visitors of all ages and skill levels.
The school runs dedicated sessions for children (One Surf Kid Lesson for under 15s), single-day group lessons (One Surf Lesson), private one-on-one instruction (Private Surf Lesson) and multi-session packages (Pack of Surf Lesson). Guided surf days (Surf Guide) take participants to local breaks including Alagoa and Machico. Stand-up paddle lessons (SUP Paddle Lesson) run along the north coast and include guided tours and technique coaching. Equipment rental options cover half-day, full-day and week-long periods, and facilities at Calhau include changing rooms and fresh water showers. Photo analysis is used in several experiences to document progress and accelerate learning.
Seasonal Summer Surf Break packages pair hotel accommodation with daily surf instruction and breakfast in 3-, 5- or 7-day formats, located near a natural swimming pool for easy post-surf relaxation. Instruction emphasizes safety, understanding tides and engagement with the marine environment. Small group sizes and private lessons provide focused progression and personalized feedback. The business highlights professional equipment and beachside facilities at sites such as Alagoa, Seixal and Machico. Visitors can choose single lessons, multi-lesson packs, guided surf days, SUP sessions, rental gear or combined hotel-and-surf packages tailored to different ages and abilities. Located in Porto da Cruz, the school operates on Madeira's north coast and uses local beach breaks known for consistent surf conditions suitable for learners. Safely.
Reserve a Surf Lesson in Porto da Cruz
Book a kid lesson, private coaching or guided surf day — rentals and 3/5/7-day hotel + surf packages available.