+351 911 986 083 book@madeirasurfcenter.pt Seixal pier, São Vicente · Madeira RNAAT 295/2020
Surfer inside the barrel of a turquoise wave
Surf school · Rentals · Surf camp · Madeira

Learn, rent and surf in Madeira.

Lessons for every level, boards for every wave and lodging five minutes from the beach. Book online in under a minute.

  • 4.9★ Google · 600+ reviews
  • ISA-certified instructors
  • Small groups · max. 6 students
  • Equipment included
  • ★★★★★ 4.9 on Google
  • TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice
  • RNAAT 295/2020 · licensed operator
  • Confirmed the day before, depending on the sea
A surfer's feet on the board while riding a wave
12,000+students have caught their first wave with us
Why us

Proper surfing, safe and fun

We are a local school on Madeira's north coast, with certified instructors and one obsession: getting you surfing with confidence.

ISA-certified instructors

An internationally trained team with first aid. Maximum 6 students per instructor.

The right spot every day

We pick the beach according to the sea and the tides — times are confirmed the day before.

Everything included

Board, wetsuit, leash and insurance. You only need swimwear, a towel and sunscreen.

Lesson packs

The more you surf, the less you pay

Packs of 5, 7 and 10 lessons. Board and wetsuit included, with extended validity so you can make the most of your stay.

5 lessons

€210
  • Board + wetsuit included
  • Groups of up to 6 students
  • Valid for 30 days
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Most popular

7 lessons

€280
  • Board + wetsuit included
  • 1 free photo session
  • Valid for 45 days
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10 lessons

€380
  • Board + wetsuit included
  • 1 free half-day Surf Guide
  • Valid for 60 days
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Spots guide

The right wave for your level

Green to start, yellow to progress, red for those who have mastered it. The same colour guides you when renting a board.

See the interactive map
Beginner

Seixal

Black-sand beach by the pier. Our home and the ideal place for your first lesson.

Sandy bottom · Best at high tide
Beginner

Machico

Sheltered bay, perfect when the north coast is big.

Sandy bottom · Best N swell
Intermediate

Jardim do Mar

Long, clean right-hander. For those already catching green waves.

Boulder bottom · Best NW swell
Advanced

Paul do Mar

World-class left. Fast, hollow and for experienced surfers only.

Boulder bottom · Best W swell
Who has surfed with us

Real reviews, real waves

I had never surfed and by the second lesson I was catching waves on my own. Rúben is amazing, patient and very safe.

Ana SousaLisbon · 7-lesson pack

Best surf school in Madeira. They picked the right spot every day and the boards were in perfect condition.

Mark ReidUnited Kingdom · Rental + Surf Guide

A week of surf camp that left me wanting more. Family atmosphere, comfortable lodge and waves every day.

Lucas BraunGermany · 1-week Surf Camp
Turquoise cove between cliffs

Ready for your first wave?

Book online or talk to us on WhatsApp — we reply within minutes.