RIO DE JANEIRO
The best of the marvellous city.
The 4 most popular surf lessons in Rio de Janeiro, with prices, run times and who you book through. The ones worth building a day around, and what each actually gets you.
Surf in Barra da Tijuca with a small, English-speaking crew, then relax with Rio views. 4 hours, $90, beginner-friendly.
Most Popular“Great group of surfing instructors that gave us clear directions with a lot of encouragement and guidance during each time we rode the waves. I would be looking to take the lessons again when back in Rio and maybe try their other tours to see more of Rio.”
4-hour small-group surf lesson in Rio: ride waves matched to your level, then visit a scenic, less-visited lookout near Barra.
“I think the combination of being able to get some coaching and driven to a good spot to surf based on the conditions makes a huge difference. The chance to buy you pictures after if you had a good session is cool too.”
Learn to surf at Praia do Arpoador in Ipanema with Surf Matrix. Small-group, 1-hour lesson with equipment and trilingual coaching.
“We had Rafael as a surfing instructor with this company. I could not recommend enough! They were flexible with the timings as it is weather dependant. Rafael was fabulous, full of energy, spoke English very well and was a wonderful teacher. Worth every penny!”
Surf lessons in Copacabana and Ipanema with local coaches. Learn to pop up and ride safely beyond the break, plus optional photos.
“En fait je n’ai pas trouvé le guide!parce qu’il n’y en avait pas!sur votre site ce sont des photos de toutes les écoles de surf d’ipanema!et personne ne représente ce site!il n’y avait pas de numéro de téléphone pour avec des explications!j’ai dû repayer pour avoir un cours! Je ne comprends pas car j’ai réservé…”
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