Surf · Bodyboard · SUP
Ride your first
wave in Lisbon
Lessons on the best beaches of Sintra & Carcavelos - for every level, every age. Born from the ocean since 2005.
Our story
A school born from the Atlantic.
Founded in 2005 at Magoito by João André - a local big-wave bodyboarder and psychologist - Lisbon Wave School grew from Mag8 WaveSchool into Lisbon's home for surf, bodyboard and SUP.
Today we run lessons, holiday clinics, team building and our social project Good Wave - for kids, adults, beginners, Erasmus students or seasoned riders chasing their next great session.
Meet João & our story
What we offer
Pick your wave
From your very first pop-up to surf trips along the Portuguese coast.
Surf · Bodyboard · SUP Lessons
Group & private lessons for every level, equipment included.
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Holiday Clinics (ATL)
Full-day camps for kids 5–17 during school holidays.
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Team Building
Sessions that build team spirit through surf, bodyboard and SUP.
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Student prices and transport from Marquês de Pombal.
Learn more →Born from the ocean.
Built for the stoke.
Real beaches. Real coaches. Real progress, lesson after lesson.
Why us
A school you can trust
Founder-led since 2005
Built and still run by big-wave waterman & psychologist João André.
Two beach locations
Magoito (Sintra) in summer · Carcavelos all year round.
All levels welcome
From first wave to advanced manoeuvres - we meet you where you are.
Gear included
Wetsuit, board and insurance bundled in every lesson.
Reviews
What our students say
"João and his team were just wonderful. Perfect introduction, warm up and technique to get on the board easily. They showed us where it's safe to surf and guided us to catch the perfect wave. Truly an outstanding experience - if you're around, make sure to give João a call."
Andreas Ruch
"João welcomed my whole family for lessons. We were beginners and he was very friendly, calm and patient. He didn't watch the clock and kept giving us tips even once we were surfing on our own. I recommend 200%."
Géraldine Boucaud
"I highly recommend Lisbon Wave School, especially the private lesson - João made my first surfing experience fun and safe. Thanks for a fantastic adventure!"
Asia Janowska
Real reviews from our Google profile.
Good Wave · Social project
Surfing for change, hand-in-hand with the ACP and the Colégio de S. José do Ramalhão.
Your wave awaits
Ready to catch your first wave?
Tell us a few details and we'll get back to you with the best dates, times and pricing for your group.
Prefer to chat? WhatsApp us at +351 935 815 770.
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