Surf School in Madeira

Balanced groups, certified instructors, personalized feedback and a strong focus on your safety in every surf lesson.

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About
Us

The Madeira New Wave was founded in order to provide a unique and refreshing experience to everyone interested in Surf, Bodyboard and Yoga. The contact with the sea and with oneself is the number one motto. If you are curious to try other nature sports, Madeira New Wave has well-established local partners that can provide you with those services.

Carina Carvalho, Head of a Bodyboarding School since 2010, offers you professional coaching and specialized training sessions. She is involved in several local projects and is actively engaged in introducing Bodyboard to the new generations of athletes and students.

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Carina Carvalho - Madeira New Wave CEO

  • Regional Bodyboard Champion, Madeira (2007-2016)
  • 4th national and 6th European (ETB) positions in the 2013 bodyboarding championships; 13th position in the 2015 World Tour and 12th in the 2016 world tour (APB)
  • Degree in Sports Science – Physical Education and School Sports since 2003 (FMH)
  • Surf coach certified by the Portuguese Surfing Federation (FPS) since 2010, CTD nº: 22288
  • Sports management in Surf, Bodyboard and Stand-Up Paddle events in Madeira Island (2014-2017).



RNAAT nº 291/2018

Our Surf Services

Whether you're looking for beginner surf lessons in Madeira, private coaching, surf guiding or a complete surf holiday, Madeira New Wave offers experiences for different ages, abilities and goals. As a surf school in Madeira, we help visitors discover the island's waves through professional coaching, local knowledge and years of experience.

Surf Lessons

First-time surfer riding a wave during a beginner surf lesson in Madeira

Learn the fundamentals of surfing with coaching designed for first-time surfers.

 

Private surf lesson in Madeira

Personalized surf coaching adapted to your level, goals and surfing experience in Madeira.

 

Group surf lesson on Madeira Island

Learn and improve your surfing skills in a fun and supportive group environment.

 

Kids surf lesson in Madeira

Safe and enjoyable surf lessons designed specifically for younger surfers and families.

 

Bodyboard Lessons

Group of bodyboarders with their bodyboard instructor before starting their group bodyboard lesson in Madeira

Enjoy Madeira's waves while learning alongside other bodyboard enthusiasts.

 

Bodyboarder riding a wave in a sunny day while in a private bodyboard lesson in madeira

One-on-one bodyboard coaching tailored to your experience level and objectives.

 

Surf Guiding

Surfer riding a wave after getting the advice from his surf guide in madeira

Explore Madeira's coastline with local surf knowledge and forecast-based planning.

 

Surf Rentals

Female surfer with after renting a surfboard in madeira

Quality surfboards available for visitors exploring Madeira's surf spots and coastline.

 

Happy female surfer riding a wave with a wetsuit rented in Madeira

Comfortable wetsuits suitable for Madeira's ocean conditions throughout the year.

 

Surf Holidays

Group of surfers with their surfboards while in a surf camp in madeira

Combine surfing, accommodation and island exploration in one unforgettable experience.

 

Locations We Work In

Madeira New Wave works with visitors staying across different parts of Madeira. Depending on the activity, experience level and daily conditions, we provide surf lessons and surf guiding opportunities in several locations around the island.
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Surf & Bodyboard Lessons + Surf Guiding

Surf lessons and surf guiding from our home base on Madeira's north coast.

Female surfer riding a wave while doing a surf lesson in Machico
Surf & Bodyboard Lessons

Surf lessons for visitors staying on Madeira's east coast.

Two surfers doing a surf lesson in seixal
Surf & Bodyboard Lessons

Surf lessons near one of Madeira's most scenic north coast locations.

Surfer riding a giant wave in jardim do mar after the advice from his surf guide in madeira
Surf Guiding

Surf guiding for experienced surfers visiting Madeira's southwest coast.

Surfers riding a big wave in paul do mar after the advice from their surf guide in madeira
Surf Guiding

Surf guiding focused on wave quality, local knowledge and daily conditions.

Landscape view of a surf spot in lugar de baixo recommended by a surf guide in madeira
Surf Guiding

Flexible surf guiding with access to multiple south coast surf areas.

Landscape view of a surf spot in são vicente
Surf Guiding

Surf guiding for surfers exploring Madeira's north coast waves.

Some location images in this section are courtesy of Visit Madeira.

What People Say About Us

★★★★★

Had an absolutely amazing time learning to surf! The instructors are so knowledgeable and so effortlessly combine learning with fun...

Kelly Murray

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Absolutely loved my lessons with New Wave! I'm a repeat beginner, surfing too infrequently so I forget how every time...

Maeve Lavelle

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Had such a fab time with André and Carina for 3 days surfing and stay...

Guy

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Great experience, Andre and Carina were very friendly, very good communication...

O S

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Obrigada for my 2nd time with you guys! I would highly recommend choosing Madeira New Wave...

Lili Schallenberg

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I had an amazing experience with this surf school! The team is incredibly professional...

Viktória Fekete

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before your surf lesson in Madeira.

Are the surf lesson groups too crowded?

We focus on maintaining balanced group sizes to create a safer and more personalized surf experience. Our instructors provide individual attention and guidance throughout the lesson, helping every surfer feel comfortable, supported, and confident in the water.

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