Surfcamp Portugal

Surfcamp right on the beach - surf whenever and as much as you want

Surfcamp in Portugal

In our surf camp, 100% surfing holidays are the order of the day:Our beach villa is located directly at the surf spot, you can go surfing any time you want. We offer surf camps for beginners and advanced surfers.

All ElementFish surf camp packages include accommodation directly at the surf spot and surf lessons including the latest equipment (surfboards, wetsuits, etc.). So everything you need for a relaxed surfing holiday!

From bed to board

Beachlodge right on the spot. No shuttle service necessary, everything is within walking distance.

24/7 free equipment

Surf whenever you want! Our top equipment is available to you at any time - in all shapes and styles

Fresh local food - also vegan or vegetarian

Optional breakfast buffet, packed lunches and two-course evening menu - also vegetarian.

Surfcamp package

All ElementFish surfcamp packages for beginners (level 1) or intermediates (level 2) include accommodation in the beachlodge directly at the surf spot and surfing course including the latest equipment (surfboards, wetsuits, etc.) and much more:

7 nights in a shared room in the surf lodge right on the beach (double room available at an additional charge)
5 day surf course according to ISA standard; divided into 5x approx. 4 hours (course days Monday - Friday) including surf theory training and video analysis of your driving technique
Free use of surfboards, SUP boards and wetsuits 24/7
Elementfish Surf&Style Contest Participation on Friday!
free download photos of the week
free try out yoga session (on Sunday)
free SUP tour (on Sunday)
free access bikes/swimming pool/table tennis/football table
WiFi in the surf lodge
Free pick-up from Esposende bus station (Saturday 12pm-7pm) if you arrive yourself

Low season	Mid season	High season
bis 11.Mai	11.Mai - 22.Juni und ab 05.Okt.	22.Juni - 05.Okt.
ab 389€ (pro Woche)	ab 429€ (pro Woche)	ab 529€ (pro Woche)

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Bookable Surfcamp extras

The following extras are not included in the package price, but can be easily booked:

Twin room/ double room +80€ per person/week
airport transfer +60€ per person (round trip; only Saturdays)
Yoga session +10€ per person
Breakfast/lunch/dinner +168€ per person/week (excl. restaurant visit)

Surfcamp course contents

Beginner

Here you will learn the basics of surfing or quickly refresh what you have learned and will probably surf waves in white water in the first course unit.

After these 5 intensive surf course days, you will be ready for our surf camp surf course level 2 and will already feel comfortable on the first green waves.

In ourBeginner surf campyou will learn the basics of surfing and ride your first waves.

Course contents for beginner surf camp (Level 1)

Safety rules and introduction to your surf spot
Handling, gliding and maneuvering the surfboard
Paddling technique and paddling a wave
Takeoff in white water
Foot position and posture on the surfboard
Maneuvering the surfboard
Assess waves, find “green” waves
Takeoff and surf green waves
Theory basics of surfing
Video analysis
Swimming pool training in the surf lodge - paddling technique and turtle roll
Have fun and surf until the doctor comes!

We only use new, high-quality soft and fiberboards for the training courses. When choosing the right surfboard for you, your surf instructor will help you combine current conditions, your level and your physical requirements with the perfect board for you.

Advanced

Our surfcamp surf course level 2 is for everyone who has already surfed several times or is freshly looking back on a week of surfing course. You should be able to reach the line-up and surf your first green waves.

Assessment of the conditions (correct evaluation of tide and wind charts for your spot)
Understanding surfing etiquette and right-of-way rules
Improving your paddling and turtleroll technique
Reaching the line-up more easily without hindering others / timing and positioning in the lineup
Green waves safely paddling/take-off
Wavecount - surf more waves during a session
learn your first maneuvers (find more speed / bottom turn / top turn / line)
Video analysis for error correction
Swimming pool training in the surf lodge - effective paddling, duck diving and apnea

Gain experience with different surfboard sizes and designs to find out how your own surfboard should feel.

Your surf instructor will adapt your short goals individually to your ability; you train independently within your course group. Your surf instructor will give you individual tips to improve your technique, including using video analysis. We will also be happy to advise you on choosing the right surfboard; we have many different models and shapes for you to try out

Here you will learn the basics of surfing or quickly refresh what you have learned and will probably surf waves in white water in the first course unit.

After these 5 intensive surf course days, you will be ready for our surf camp surf course level 2 and will already feel comfortable on the first green waves.

In ourBeginner surf campyou will learn the basics of surfing and ride your first waves.

Course contents for beginner surf camp (Level 1)

Safety rules and introduction to your surf spot
Handling, gliding and maneuvering the surfboard
Paddling technique and paddling a wave
Takeoff in white water
Foot position and posture on the surfboard
Maneuvering the surfboard
Assess waves, find “green” waves
Takeoff and surf green waves
Theory basics of surfing
Video analysis
Swimming pool training in the surf lodge - paddling technique and turtle roll
Have fun and surf until the doctor comes!

Overview of the general course schedule (Mon. - Fri.)

11:00 a.m. - Surf course session 1 - intensive group course (with joint development of the goals for session 2)

1:00 p.m. - Short lunch break on the beach (or in the beachlodge, depending on conditions/tides)

13:30h* -Session 2 with more free surf character

Work on the individual goals that the coach set with you in Session 1 in the morning

-Teachers film and provide individual support for your daily goals

3:00 p.m. - Back to camp

* IF CONDITIONS DO NOT PERMIT CONTINUING, WE WILL HAVE PART 2 LATER AFTERNOON** after the lunch break or have the video analysis / surf theory and / or pool training in the surf lodge

**3:00 p.m. - 2nd part of the session with more free surf character

Work on your individual goals that your coach set in the first part of the session in the morning

-Trainers film and give individual tips or pool training paddle/duck diving techniques/apnea training

5:00 p.m. - Back to camp

Weekly schedule Surfcamp

A typical week in our Surfcamp is roughly structured as follows:

Saturday: Arrival and check-in 2 p.m. - 12 p.m. / surfing equipment at your disposal (as always) / 8 p.m. large welcome BBQ
Sunday: 10 a.m. breakfast / welcome and briefing / SUP tour, free surfing / trial yoga session / 6 p.m. excursion & dinner with sunset
Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. yoga / 9 a.m. breakfast / from 11 a.m. course/coaching - approx. 3 p.m. / free surfing / 6 p.m. yoga / 8 p.m. dinner
Thursday: 7 p.m. Off to a delicious traditional Portuguese restaurant / Afterwards party at the FishBar
Friday: Fun Surf Competition as a fun event for everyone, 8 p.m. homemade pizza from the stone oven / pictures and videos of the week / final evening at the FishBar
Saturday 11am check-out

Perfect Surf holiday in Portugal

The beachlodge

The ElementFish Surfcamp is located in the dunes of the Ofir peninsula in northern Portugal - directly at the Surf spots.

Our Surf camp is a relaxed location where you can enjoy your well-deserved vacation, meet open-minded people and quickly make new contacts with like-minded people.

Enjoy our cozy lodge with pool, BBQ area, pizza oven, yoga area and much more.

Beachlodge details

Fantastic location right at the Surf spot in the dunes

swimming pool
Skate ramp
free WiFi, free beachcruiser bikes
Lounge with music and DVD player, TV
Table tennis table and soccer table
Large terrace with BBQ grill and pizza oven
2500 m2 garden with views over the Ofir lagoon
The FishBar with chilled & hot drinks as well as the finest Portuguese wine

The rooms

4x 2-bed rooms (one bathroom/toilet for each of 2 rooms)
1x 4-bed room (own bathroom/toilet)
1x 6-bed room (own bathroom/toilet)
An extra bed is possible if you are traveling with family or simply want to have a room for the three of you

Location

The ElementFish Camp is located in the middle of our kite and Surfspots on Ofir beach.

Only with us you can surf, kite and stand-up paddle boarding - all right on your doorstep.

The FishBar

Our small but nice bar is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to midnight.

Here you can get snacks, fresh café, beer, wine and cold drinks.

Our Cafe Latte Macchiato is available with either oat, soy or regular milk.

Living right on the spot – Ofir in Portugal

Food & drink

This makes eating together an experience.

Our kitchen crew prepares a rich breakfast buffet, packed lunches and a two-course evening menu for our guests every day - also vegetarian.

Breakfast/lunch/dinner +€168 per person/week (excl. restaurant visit)

At our FishBar you can get snacks, fresh coffee, beer, wine and cold drinks at fair prices.

Please note: The kitchen in the camp is reserved for the team and cannot be used.

Breakfast buffet

Every day we prepare our legendary breakfast buffet with fresh rolls, jams, Nutella, honey, cheese/sausage cold cuts, fresh tomato-mozzarella plate, eggs or scrambled eggs, cereal, fruit, fruit salad, juice, tea, latte macchiato and café.

Our Cafe Latte Macchiato is available with either oat, soy or regular milk.

Evening menus

Saturday: the legendary welcome BBQ for our new camp guests.
On Mondays there is a well-kept “à la ElementFish” BBQ on the terrace.
Thursday: shared fish dinner in the best restaurant in the region, the Apuliense!
On Fridays we heat up our stone oven to bake pizza together with you.
Sunday , Tuesday and Wednesday our chef will surprise you

Eat outdoors

In Ofir's restaurants, which are within walking distance, you can get a fresh grilled sea bream for around €20; The matching bottle of Vinho Verde (green wine) is available from around €12. There is usually a lunch plate “prato de dia” with fish or meat and soup.

Guest reviews

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Ann Christin

Unique location for surfing and kiting. Super motivated people for a fair price-performance ratio. And there are many alternatives if there is no wind: surfing, volleyball, spikeball, slackline, skating, SUP... Suitable for both solo travelers and groups. I recommend booking the meal package. The food on site is fantastic. Thank you for the good support and everything else :)

Veronica

Very professional and friendly kitesurf instructors. Delicious and healthy food, lots of fun and great accommodation. We would be happy to come back and highly recommend the camp.

Frosted

I stayed for a week on October 23 for kitesurfing. The Element Fish team was incredible. Always helpful and super sociable. I'm already working on when I can return to take my kiting to the next level.

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Matthias

I rarely have such a feeling of freedom as I do here in the camp. Perfect surf spots, great food and a great team keep me coming back every year!

Veronica

Impressive location, in the immediate vicinity of the surf spots, delicious and fresh food, “all-round carefree vacation”, perfect surf camp for sports enthusiasts and everyone who just can’t get enough of surfing and/or yoga 😍, great team, I spent 2 wonderful holidays here.

Priscilla

Absolute feel-good atmosphere! A cool team, tasty food and beautiful spots ensured an unforgettable holiday. I'm looking forward to next time!

FAQ

Where do I have to book my flight to?

It's best to book your flight to Porto Airport (OPO)

Is there an airport shuttle?

We offer you an airport transfer from Porto Airport - so you can get to us and back easily and stress-free.
Cost: €60 (per person for return transfer; Saturdays only).

Is there a bus connection from Porto to the camp?

From the center, bus lines run north towards Esposende via Pòvoa de Varzim. We will be happy to pick you up at the Esposende bus station.

Further questions? Feel free to send us an email.

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