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Surf knowledge for better days in the water.

Practical articles from JAH Surf on surf travel, coaching, progression, equipment, conditions, and the details that help guests feel more prepared.

Atlantic coastline near Lisbon and Cascais

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Travel Guide

Surf regions around Lisbon

A practical comparison of Costa da Caparica, Cascais, Sintra, Ericeira, and Peniche, with notes on consistency, crowds, wave variety, level suitability, and airport distance.

Most Flexible

Cascais

Most Consistent

Peniche

Most Powerful

Sintra

Surfer training technique on a surfskate

Coaching Guide

Top surfing tips to take you to the next level

Four level-specific coaching tips for beginner, intermediate, advanced, and expert surfers.

Beginner

Do not jump

Intermediate

Look at the wave

Advanced

Choose the right board

Expert

Take risks

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More practical articles for guests and surfers.

Planning

Best time of year to surf in Portugal

Guiding

Surf guiding vs surf lessons

Guests

What to bring for a surf trip

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