Surf Lessons at Arpoador Ipanema
Overview
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1 hour 10 minutes
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Begin your surfing journey at EverBest Rio Surf School, where fun and safety come first. Perfect for complete beginners, these classes offer a relaxed environment to learn essential skills like safety, technique, and ocean awareness. Families are welcome to share this exciting adventure together, creating lasting memories on the waves. With softboards designed for safety and fun, everyone can experience the joy of catching their first wave. Discover a new passion and enjoy the ocean with loved ones.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
You will do a brief warm-up, learn about the equipment and safety, practice on the sand, and then surf for 1 hour with the instructor right by your side.
What‘s Included
Equipment included: Softboard, Lycra shirt, leash, wax.
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Surf Lessons at Arpoador Ipanema
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful view, great lesson
Quintina S,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My instructor was extremely patient and kind. His knowledge and training experience helped ease my nerves as I was extremely nervous. I wanted to step out of my comfort zone and conquer. My instructor helped me do just that! I would highly recommend!
Amazing surf instructor
juanmanuelkersul,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00He is an excellent person and a very attentive surf instructor. His lessons really helped me learn how to surf and gain confidence in the water. He is always in a great mood, smiling, and sometimes even singing, which makes the experience even more enjoyable. I totally recommend him to anyone who wants to learn surfing or improve their skills
Safe and fun classes
anneliesalicei,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rafael is a patient and kind teacher, who knows the ocean. Catching my first wave was so much fun. Thank you for the good times!
I highly recommend
isabellL2018TK,Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rafa's class is wonderful! He has a light approach, seeks to teach surfing and makes very interesting relationships with life.
I recommend closed eyes!
Paula M,Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rafa is a very respectful instructor who wants to teach the surfing techniques and not just be a “board push” - which is quite common in Arpoador. Worried about your evolution and making yourself independent in surfing! I have already taken several classes with him and recommend closed-eyed. As a major differential has the optimal level of his English, which makes him much more prepared to teach the foreigners than the competitors!
From R$180.00
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