Douro Surf Garden

Professional Surf Coaching

About Us

Precision Coaching for surfers who want to improve

Dedicated to Intermediate and Advanced surfers. We use professional video analysis and Surfskate drills to refine your technique. No standard lessons.
Only high-performance coaching tailored to your goals.

Where

Porto | Northern Portugal

We are mobile. We track the daily forecast to select the optimal surf spot between Azurara and Maceda. By choosing the best break for the conditions, we ensure the highest quality for your training session.

Surf Coaching

Performance-driven training to unlock your best surfing. Video analysis and technical drills focused on refining your style and maneuver execution. Stop guessing, start progressing.

Surf Coaching

Surf Trips

Guided Evolution

Beyond our local breaks, we organize specialized trips designed for progression. Join us in exploring world-class waves while maintaining the same high-standard coaching and video analysis in a new environment.

Surf Skate

Dry-Land Technical Drills

Master the mechanics of surfing before you hit the water. We focus on muscle memory, body positioning, and maneuver repetition. It’s the most effective way to correct technical habits and refine your flow in a controlled environment.

Video Analysis

Video Analysis

The fastest way to improve. Our frame-by-frame review bridges the gap between how you feel and how you actually surf. We identify the details that hold you back, providing precise visual feedback to refine your technique.

Surf Guiding

Local Knowledge & Raw Video Footage

Focus on your ride while we handle the logistics. We find the best spots for your level and provide RAW video footage of your session. Ideal for experienced surfers who want to explore the coast and take home high-quality clips of their performance without formal coaching.

Stand Up Paddle Tours

Private Group Experiences

Discover the hidden beauty of the Douro region through our private group tours. Tailored for friends and families, these exclusive sessions offer a calm and personalized way to explore the water, away from the crowds and at your own pace.

The Coach

Filipe Cruz
Certified SurfCoach Level 2
Filipe Cruz lives and breathes surfing - a lifelong passion that drives his every day. With nearly two decades in the water and 10 years of competitive experience, he has turned his deep connection to the ocean into a mission to help others. Having guided some of Portugal’s top national athletes to success, he finds his greatest fulfillment in sharing his expertise and witnessing the technical evolution of every surfer he coaches.

Surf Coaching

PackagePrice
4 Sessions / Month80€
8 Sessions / Month140€
12 Sessions / Month180€
Single Session / Group30€
5 Sessions / 3 Months125€
10 Sessions / 5 Months220€
Single Session Private65€
Semi-Private / 2 Persons95€

Surf Skate

PackagePrice
4 Sessions / Month50€
8 Sessions / Month80€
Single Session / Group20€
5 Session / 3 months85€
10 Sessions / 5 months150€
Single Session Private45€

Further

PackagePrice
Surf GuidingUpon Request
SUP ToursUpon Request
Surf TripsUpon Request

Professional Notes
Renewals: Monthly plans renew on the 1st of each month (includes a 1-week grace period if needed).
Insurance: All prices include Personal Accident and Public Liability Insurance.
Professional Standard: Training led by an expert coach with extensive competitive experience and technical background.
Certified Activity: Registered with the National Registry of Tourist Entertainment Agents (RNAAT: 440/2026).