5 Day Yoga and Surf Camp in Cascais, Portugal

During your stay at the surf camp, you can expect three two-hour surf lessons and three yoga sessions. There will also be video / photo coaching on Wednesday. Included in the package is a video of your holiday; however, please note that this is not available in the low season.

Frequently asked questions

What's the ratio between instructors / students in the group lessons?

Surf Cascais have a maximum of five students per instructor. This ratio will depend on the student's level, the place of the lessons, and also the conditions. After the warm-up, they make the different groups and each level stays with a different instructor.

Can I choose the time of the lessons?

In order to provide the best surf lessons possible, the schedule changes every week according to the ideal tide, wave, and wind conditions. Surf Cascais is only sure about the place and time for your lesson +/- 3 days before! During high season (May-October), you will normally have two lessons a day, so you can choose which one suits you better. Surf lessons can be scheduled in the morning between 7 a.m. and 1 p.m. and in the afternoon between 1 p.m. and sunset.

What do I need to take for the surf lessons?

Surf Cascais provide the equipment (surfboard and wetsuit). You only need to bring a beach towel, swimwear, and sunscreen, and they recommend keeping a bottle of water with you. Please avoid high-value belongings (expensive cameras, laptops, etc.), even if you come with your own car or rental car.

Can I keep the surf equipment after the lessons?

The equipment is included only during the time of the lesson. If you want to practice more, Surf Cascais charges an extra 25 EUR / pax for 2 hours of surfboard + wetsuit. If you have a five-lesson package and booked the morning sessions, you can use the material for that price until the end of the second session.

Are the lessons only for beginners?

Whether you’ve been surfing for some time or it is your first time, Surf Cascais manages to prepare different surf groups according to each student's level. Surf Cascais covers three different surf levels: beginners, intermediates, and advanced (surf guiding). According to this, they offer different types of boards with different sizes and materials, soft and epoxy / fiber boards starting from 5'11 up to 9'0.

Do you offer lessons every day? What's the schedule of my lessons?

Surf Cascais have daily lessons: two surf sessions during the mid/high season (March to October) and one lesson during the low season (November to March). During the low season, they might not have lessons every day due to the conditions. They schedule the lessons every week according to the best tide, wave, and wind conditions. The schedule of your lessons will be sent by email a couple of days before your arrival.

What is the minimum number of lessons to learn the basics?

Surf Cascais always recommends their students have a minimum of five lessons if they want to have a proper surf experience. For intense surf learning, the ''Surfing Days'' or ''Full Surf Pack'' in the Surf Camp would be the best option, with 2 two-hour surf lessons a day!

How are the conditions in low / mid season?

To be honest, those are the best months to surf! In Cascais, they have Carcavelos Beach, which is really protected from the big winter swells (waves in the ocean) and perfect for learning! The wind is pretty much offshore every day, providing clean conditions. Weather-wise, the sun shines almost 70% of the winter, and outside temperatures go between 10ºC and 17ºC, with water temperature never below 15ºC.

When will my surf lessons start?

The surf lessons are programmed to always start on the day after your arrival. The exact hours of the lessons change every week, according to the best conditions, so Surf Cascais can’t tell the exact time for your start. If you wish to start on your arrival day or later, please let them know.

Do you provide bed linen and towels? What about amenities?

All the beds (including shared rooms) have clean sheets, blankets, and shower / face towels. For maximum comfort, the toilets in the private rooms have shampoo and shower gel. There are also beach towels to rent for an extra 5 EUR (for the full duration of your stay).

Do you provide any meals besides breakfast?

Only breakfast is included in the price. Surf Cascais has a fully equipped kitchen where you can prepare your meals and a fridge where you can store your food.

Are there any restaurants close to the villa?

There are a few restaurants close to the Surf Villa within 10 minutes' walking. The closest bus station with a direct bus to Cascais is also 10 minutes away walking, where you can find a bigger variety of restaurants, shops, and supermarkets. An Uber to Cascais center will cost you around 5 EUR, and you will always meet people who want to share it with you if you are traveling alone.

Is there free parking around the villa?

Surf Cascais doesn't have private car parking; however, there are lots of free parking spots around the Surf Villa. It's a really quiet and residential area. On your GPS, write the address ‘’Rua Fernando Pessoa 26, Alcabideche’’ and park your car at any place around there.