Surf School Rio de Janeiro

Pacific Surf Is Rio de Janeiro’s Premier Surf School

There’s a reason why Rio de Janeiro is a known hotspot for surfing worldwide; here, it’s not just a hobby; surfing is a way of life. With its countless stunning beaches that offer waves for all surfing levels and year-round sunny weather, learning to surf in Rio de Janerio is an absolute must.

Our private surf lessons allow our skilled instructors to provide you with exceptional one-on-one personalized attention. You’re the sole focus for the full 90 minutes during your private surf session. So whether you’re a beginner needing help getting up on a surfboard or already have the basics down, you’re sure to improve your skills.

Our semi-private surf lessons still allow our skilled instructors to provide you with excellent one-on-one personalized attention. While you might not be the sole focus, you’ll still reap the rewards of receiving focused, custom feedback on your form and anything you need help with.

Our group surf lessons are great for beginner surfers looking to take their surfing skills beyond the basics. Each session will focus on your specific level, helping you achieve more confidence while propelling your skills atop a surfboard.

Our professional training surf packages are great for intermediate surfers looking to improve their surf skills. Its inclusive detailed video analysis will help identify issues with your surf technique, allowing our instructors to provide feedback on how to build on your surf technique once the session is done.

Remember, all surf equipment is included free with every lesson. So if you want to avoid lugging around your own gear or are a new surfer and still need to purchase your own equipment, we’ve got it for you!

If you’re interested in learning to surf in Rio de Janeiro, Pacific Surf School is here to help you learn! Book now to experience the surreal beauty of Rio de Janeiro from atop turquoise waves!

Whether you learn to surf at the iconic Arpoador beach or Barra Da Tijuca beach, filled with the incredible energy of local surfers, or the less crowded Recreio beach. Pacific Surf School’s professional instructors will have you up and surfing along some of the most fantastic waves in no time.

About the Beaches

Here are some of the beaches with the best surf in Rio de Janeiro.

Arpoador Beach

Arpoador beach is an iconic surf spot, nestled between Copacabana beach and Ipanema beach, with the benefit of less foot traffic than the two.

This beach is a great place to learn to surf in Rio de Janeiro, thanks to the fact that you’ll mostly share it with families and the elderly, with the added benefit of possibly witnessing professional surfers as they enjoy the stellar waves.

Visitors to Arpoador beach swear that the sunset alone is worth visiting this stunning slice of paradise with the rocks on either side, giving this sandy paradise a mysterious and romantic atmosphere at night.

Barra Da Tijuca Beach

Barra da Tijuca beach is an incredible spot for surfing and other water and non-water activities, located southwest of Rio. This long stretch of perfectly white sand exists in Rio de Janeiro’s youngest neighborhood.

With so much to do and see, you will be satisfied visiting the Barra da Tijuca beach. From surfboarding to skimboarding to kite surfing and even jet-skiing, there is much to do in these stunning turquoise waters.

Recreio Beach

Recreio beach is a hidden gem frequented mainly by locals, located a little over six miles from Barra da Tijuca beach. Although it has only been recently discovered, Recreio beach has become a mecca for serious surfers.

Since the area is still considerably underdeveloped, the white sand beach is perfect for sports activities like soccer, volleyball, or even frisbee. Here it’s just you, the perfect white sand and endless turquoise waters, making it an ideal spot to learn to surf in Rio de Janeiro.

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***Due to pandemic regulations and guidelines, your lesson may have to be relocated or transferred to one of our other nearby locations. Pacific Surf School will contact you via text message or phone call to let you know in case of any updates or changes.