Algarve Watersport Kite- Surf- Windsurf School and Camp

I had a fantastic time at the camp and, as a beginner, felt very well looked after during my kiteboarding course with JayJay and AJ. Unfortunately, the wind didn't always cooperate, but alternatives like wakeboarding or surfing were always offered. The food and accommodation were also excellent. I highly recommend the camp!

Great spot for surfers! Awesome team, amazing food, excellent training staff. Highly recommended!

Attended as an external for 4 days, driving in with my own car each day — and it was absolutely worth it. I improved so much in such a short time, had an incredible amount of fun, and can’t wait to come back. Special shoutout to Lele, Noemi, and Emil — outstanding coaches who really pushed me and made the whole experience unforgettable. Highly recommend.

Three out of three perfect surf days. We joined the course independently from the camp and had such a great time. The surf instructors were all super nice, cool, and extremely professional. We started from scratch and learned so quickly. By the third day, we were already able to surf and control waves ourselves, thanks to the fantastic instructors! We'll definitely be back!

Jay jay was the best instructor !

I spent a week at AWS and booked a kitesurfing and surf camp. Everything was absolutely fantastic. The schedule was perfectly tailored to me, and the staff were always very friendly and helpful. The food was also delicious every day, both breakfast and dinner. I had a great time with the other surfers, would definitely come back, and highly recommend it! :)

Had a wonderful experience with this organization! Excellent instructors for every level and in various languages, for both my son and myself!

Extremely good. Exceptionally professional and friendly management; highly motivating, didactically and methodically sound instruction that guarantees even complete beginners (like us!) confidence, motivation, self-belief, and rapid progress, without neglecting the necessary safety precautions. A beautiful surf camp with a wonderfully poetic vibe and great atmosphere. Highly recommended; even for newbies over 50! Try it!

I spent a week at AWS learning how to Kite Surf. The instructor Adrian (AJ) was amazing and puched me to the edge of the comfort zone. My abilities now go way above my previous expectations. I stayed in a 7 person dorm, made loads of new friends. Having a buffet breakfast and dinner was perfect. The food is to a very high standard and plentiful. I can absolutely recommend AWS and Adrian. Andy.

I spent an incredible week at the Algarve Watersport surf camp. All the staff at the camp are super friendly, helpful and welcoming making you feel like their most important guest. In particular the surf instructors do a fantastic job teaching and coaching surfing. After one week I saw noticeable improvement in my surfing ability. I really appreciate the instructors pushing my limits to expand my capabilities. The facilities are very well setup and clean. The food is incredibly delicious; honestly the highlight of every day. Additionally the staff do a great job of organizing extra activities that compliment surfing really well; surf skating, theory lessons, yoga, SUP paddle boarding. These extra activities are tons of fun and make every day action packed and exciting. I had such an amazing time at surf camp I will definitely be returning in the future, I’m looking forward to it! Thanks AWS for such an amazing week of surf camp!!

I had an amazing time here (came for kitesurfing), from the camp itself to the food, the instructors and especially the people, everything was incredible!! I can only recommend it!

The camp is amazing. Delicious food, excellent supervision, a wide range of water sports, and cool spots. I've been coming there for 11 years and have never been disappointed.

I was here for a week, and it was simply one of my best experiences! I had great instructors who guided me. I'm definitely planning to continue my surfing course and will definitely come back! It's like paradise here. ✨🫶🏻

Absolutely fantastic camp! If you have a week to spare and want to learn to surf, this is the place to be. The coaches are professional, great, and I improved in every session. The location, with its pool and hammocks, is nice and close to town if you want to do anything in Lagos. The food had lots of healthy options and was excellent! I really enjoyed my time there and am thinking about coming back.

Hi Surfing People this camp is an absolute blast from every aspect. Clean, organised, friendly, professional and nourishing for body and soul as the food is remarkably delicious and healthy for the body but the yoga classes and community will nourish your soul to the max 😋 😀 inam going back next year , cya there 😀

Everything was great :) The surf instructors gave targeted feedback and everyone was met at their individual level. The hostel was also very clean and the food was fantastic! We also had some great evenings here, especially thanks to the amazing team at the bar!

​I have been coming back to Algarve Watersport for four years straight now, and honestly, the experience is consistently fantastic—it just gets better every time. This place is truly in a league of its own. ​The quality of instruction here is unmatched. The coaches (shoutout to Andreas, Angel, Emil, Noemi and Björn!) are incredibly patient and skilled. What makes them the best is the personal, specific feedback they give you after every single session. I do surfing only and I always walked away with clear, practical advice that helped me progress immediately. ​At the camp the atmosphere is always positive, friendly, and completely chilled. The staff are super helpful, and there’s a great sense of community among the people. It really is the perfect environment for learning, relaxing, and meeting like-minded people. ​The accommodation and the overall organization are top-notch. And seriously, the food is delicious and nutritious! The dinner buffet and fresh fruit every morning are my highlights.

Anna is the best bartender and Milan is the best dishwasher!

Cool, friendly people, good instructors, fantastic food! We'll be back! 🏄‍♀️✌️

I really enjoyed my stay :) We came to KiteSurf, but the conditions did not really allow. So we joined other activities. Wether it was the few Kitesurf Sessions with Manuel, the Windsurfing with Casper, the Wakeboarding with AJ and the Surfing with various good instructors, we had a great time!

Mary Zabroda

Sep 25, 2025

★★★★★

I had a great time at the Algarve Watersport kite surfing camp! The vibe was really cozy and chill, which made it super easy to feel comfortable—even though I was traveling solo. I ended up meeting some nice people to chat with. Big shoutout to Franek, the kite instructor! He was really professional, super focused on using lesson time wisely, and all about helping students get results than other instructors I’ve had. As well, Angel, the surfing instructor, was awesome too — really friendly and skilled.

Arjan -

Sep 23, 2025

★★★★★

We spent a week at the camp for kitesurfing lessons. It was a wonderful experience. Everything was well-organized, including the food and the activities. They were very helpful and communicated clearly through a WhatsApp group and online forms. Unfortunately, there was sometimes little wind, but they organized plenty of other activities, such as surfing, wakeboarding, and motorcycling, with something for everyone. The instructors were all friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended.

It was five tiring but fantastic days! The instructors were very friendly and helpful, and gave us lots of tips. The lessons are tailored to each skill level, so you always learn something new. We had a lot of fun surfing and will definitely book another surf lesson.

Excellent surf school with very friendly and dedicated instructors. We got on a board for the first time and had a lot of fun. We then drove to Arrifana Beach on the west coast to surf (see photo). The camp also looks very attractive, although we stayed outside of the area.

Seif Baher

Sep 9, 2025

★★★★★

Incredible Kitesurfing experience with AJ My time at AWS was truly unforgettable! Adrian (AJ), my instructor for the first week, pushed me to new levels—helping me land my first jumps and master different techniques and transitions. He was always supportive, even when I made mistakes (like getting tangled with a boat!). Thanks to AJ’s encouragement and the quick teamwork of Manuel and Manouk, I was back on the water in no time. I had planned to stay just one week but loved it so much I extended for another—the lessons, the vibe, and the progress I made were amazing. The staff are super friendly, the food is delicious, and the whole camp has such a welcoming energy. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to take their kitesurfing to the next level!

My daughter and I took a one-day course. It was both our first time on a surfboard. We booked at very short notice and were lucky that two spots were still available. Communication beforehand was flawless. The course itself was great. Although we had to drive about 45 minutes from Lagos to Arrifana, the conditions there were also great. Alex, our instructor, supported us brilliantly. He explained everything calmly and objectively, was available to help and support us in the water, and was always motivating. It was fantastic. I highly recommend the surf school to beginners. Everything went smoothly and we had a lot of fun.

Catalina Rozmarin

Sep 7, 2025

★★★★★

Amazing vibe, great camp, great people and great place to learn kitesurfing as well!

I love everything about this surfschool!!! The instructors are all really nice and regardless of your surf level, you will have a lot of fun and improve your skills everyday. I met so many lovely people in this camp so If you're thinking about surfing in this area, definitely go to AWS! I especially want to thank Noemi, Ansan and Angel for teaching me how to surf🏄🏼‍♀️ See you next year🌊💕

Sharon Tedesco

Sep 2, 2025

★★★★☆

I had an amazing week! The atmosphere is truly beautiful, friendly and relaxing—I felt really good here 😊 Pros: • The food is incredible: breakfast and dinner are abundant, inclusive and super tasty (as an Italian, highly approved!). • The surfhouse is well cared for, cozy, and always clean and tidy. • The surf instructors are very skilled and supportive: they finally helped me fix my posture on the board, and they’re also just lovely people to be around 💖 • Interesting activities are always organized, also connected to the chosen course. • The beaches they take you to are stunning, and I really appreciated the useful explanations about currents and how to stay safe in each specific spot. Cons: • Lunch is not provided: after class you come back quite hungry and the options nearby are pretty limited. A food box to bring to the beach would be ideal, and it would also allow you to enjoy the ocean a bit more—right now, after the lessons, you leave the beach immediately. • Paying the remaining balance in cash is not very convenient (especially while traveling). At the end of my stay I found out from a friend that you can actually pay by card, but you have to explicitly ask. When I asked upon arrival why cash was required, the answer was: “I don’t know, other places do it too” 😅. Overall, a super positive experience with just a few small things that could be improved. I’d happily come back! 🌊

Absolutely fantastic experience here during a kitesurfing week. The coaches are all very good, professional and caring. The school and the food is first class - would definitely go again!

It was my first time surfing and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! The instructors were super kind, patient, and great at explaining everything. The camp is really well organized, with yoga sessions that go perfectly with surfing. And the food… just amazing, both breakfast and dinner! Definitely an experience I’d love to repeat!

Amazing Camp, totally reccomend it! There is a big choice of watersports, instructors are giving good individual feedback during lessons, people are very positive and open. Rooms are cozy. Special HUGE advantage is DELICIOUS food 😍guys who cook, are doing an amazing job. Good times🏄‍♀️❤️

Kamil KHANMOURZAEV

Aug 24, 2025

★★★★★

It was a great experience — nice food and kind instructors. The week went by so fast, it felt like just one day.

I was in Portugal looking for a surf school with German-speaking instructors and found one. Out of four days, I had three German-speaking instructors and can highly recommend Adrian. He has a very cool and fun teaching style, and I made rapid progress. Booking and scheduling appointments are also straightforward. I'd love to come back in the fall to further develop my skills.

Berrak Kırmızı

Aug 22, 2025

★★★★★

Best place every with great instructors, friendly team and amazing food! I’ll come back again!

Thanks for an amazing week in Algarve ! The teaching was very serious and positive, and I felt progressing. The food is amazing and the welcoming too. See you again !

Monique Woods

Aug 18, 2025

★★★★★

10/10! Surfing; High quality, technical and caring surf instructors. Accommodation; clean and simple but sufficient - options vary from shared rooms to small apartments. Experience; attracts variety of interesting people from around the world, the organisation run provide 2x meals most days including vegan options, and run optional organised social events.

A great week. Facilities and staff are fantastic. If the weather does not work they will move heaven and earth to make sure you get another activity or enjoyment from your day. That has been very different from other places. Now then. The food! This place knocks out food better than hotels. Very chilled vibe. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience for the second year!! Amazing vibe & staff team 😍

Amazing Surf Camp, great food :)

Cathy Z

Aug 14, 2025

★★★★★

exceeded expectations!!! the kindest staff, freshest food, all around best people staying at this camp🤍

The most fun week — great food, amazing pool, a really social and clean environment! My surfing improved in just a day thanks to the great instructors

Absolutely amazing camp..I’ve loved every second! So sad to be leaving.. :( had a great week surfing with the great instructors

Nothing but good things to say about the workers and instructors. Everyone is so friendly and accommodating. Food is SO good, not to mention the pool and overall camp environment is amazing and peaceful. Great place to learn surfing or any other water sports.

Anusha Bansal

Aug 13, 2025

★★★★★

Best surf camp!!! The instructors are so nice, helpful, and patient. They take you to really great beaches too. The pool at camp is soooo nice, and the yoga everyday is perfect to decompress. And the food is incredible!!

SUPER FUN CAMP, YUMMY FOOD, SURF INSTRUCTORS = RLLY GOOD & PATIENT

Booked a single surf session, and was a great experience. Great coach and really considering the level you are at and helping you to improve.

Giacomo Leone

Aug 9, 2025

★★★★★

I did a kitesurf camp with Algarve Watersports and was such a blast! The week has not been particularly windy so the staff did their best to provide different options to keep us entertained. The people at the camp were just so friendly that I felt at home from day 1. Highly recommended for solo traveller

Kathrine Storm

Aug 3, 2025

★★★★★

Highly recommended! Great surf courses, friendly people, flexible and professional staff, delicious food. Cosy and homey vibe at the camp.

We had an amazing time at Algarve Watersports! Everything was well-organized, the atmosphere was totally relaxed yet incredibly motivating. Our surf instructor, Emil, was especially great – he really took the time for us and paid close attention to where we could improve. With his tips, we were able to significantly develop our technique. Whether it was the take-off, paddling, or timing – thanks to Emil, we understood much better what's important. He was always patient, explained things brilliantly, and tailored his approach to each of us. You could tell he genuinely cared about our improvement – ​​not just about gliding down the waves. Thanks, Emil, and thanks to the whole team at Algarve Watersports!

Hey everybody , spot is cool , friendly and kind , they are always servering for you best waves and food . I will go back if as possible . Thank you All the best Csaba

Those who don't expect much won't be disappointed. The food is very good, the rooms are okay, however, the toilet smelled terribly of sewage and the floor wasn't clean. There were hairs or stains on the bedding, which is a shame. The lessons take place in the lagoon about 15 minutes away, but it's too crowded there, and when the tide goes out, it gets quite cramped. Unfortunately, we had a different instructor each week, and one person even left us alone for parts of the time. I don't feel like I made any real progress. The organization is very inconsistent; they try their best, but the staff changes so frequently that it's no wonder there are constant booking errors, misunderstandings, and broken promises. Overall, it was a very nice experience, but I missed the personal touch and felt like just one of many.

Andreas Liedtke

Jul 25, 2025

★★★★★

We’re a family of five and have spent the last two weeks kitesurfing both in the lagoon and out at sea. Manouk and Fran did an outstanding job coaching us – all five of us made progress at our own levels. They are incredibly motivating, focused, and highly experienced instructors. We’ve kited in many different places, but this has truly been a standout experience. A big thank you to Manouk and Fran for their excellent support and guidance

Chandan S

Jul 19, 2025

★★★★★

Gerardo was my instructor and was forbearing with me, friendly ppl

Had the most amazing time!!! Instructors were awesome and so friendly, highly recommend!

Amazing!! They took us to the most stunning beach, the waves were perfect for beginners, and the whole team was amazing. I’ve never surfed before and had a blast!

Stayed in July 2025. Amazing people, excellent food and chill atmosphere. Would be happy to come back!

Andre Hagge

Jul 14, 2025

★★★★★

"Dream come true!" We booked the semi-private kiteboarding lesson (5 sessions) and weren't disappointed. We didn't stay overnight at the camp, but we received just as warm a welcome and excellent service. We had no prior kiteboarding experience, but thanks to our instructor AJ, aka Adrian, we were able to ride our first kites after just a few hours on the water. He's incredibly funny, motivating, and caring. He has a wealth of experience and is incredibly competent. Plus, he's just a great guy! Besides Adrian, the team shouldn't be overlooked. Everyone is super friendly, easygoing, and helpful. It was a fantastic experience all around, and we enjoyed every minute.

Two surf lessons with my husband and three teenage children: we had fun and have already managed to get up on the board a few times. The staff was friendly, and Emil was a great and patient instructor.

The surf trip was incredibly well-organized! The instructors were not only extremely friendly but also very helpful and motivating. A particular highlight is that the course is truly suitable for beginners of all ages – you feel comfortable and well looked after from the very start. The atmosphere was relaxed yet professional. It was incredibly fun, and I learned a lot in a short time. I can wholeheartedly recommend Algarve Watertours.

A very nice camp with very kind and competent teachers :) The food is also excellent!

Really loved my time here! Great lessons where you learn a lot, AMAZINGG food and people! And perfect to try out a lot of different watersports.

Absolutely amazing surf camp experience! I had the best time at this surf camp. From the moment I arrived, the vibe was incredible — super relaxed, friendly, and full of positive energy. The people were just awesome, both the other guests and the team. The instructors were top-notch: really experienced, patient, and fun to learn with. The accommodation was also a big highlight: beautiful and had a cozy, chilled-out feel. You could really relax and unwind after a day in the water. And the food — seriously, 10/10!

It was a wonderful stay. I met the greatest people here, and had a blast! Would do again.

Had an amazing week with Algarve Watersport! Everything was so nice, the big house with pool, cozy garden and the couch of happiness, food, people.. Everyone of the staff is so friendly and helpful, giving the place a very special vibe that you don't want to leave! Shoutout to my super professional kite teachers Elisa, AJ and Fran, who made me stand and ride within a week, thank you guys <3 ! 10/10

I’ve just spent a fantastic week at AWS, and I can confidently say it was an unforgettable experience. The staff’s hospitality, the excellent food, and the stunning location in such a beautiful region all contributed to making my stay truly special. Before arriving, I had a few concerns that others might share—namely: I was traveling alone, I was an absolute beginner in water sports, and my chosen sport (kitesurfing) is highly weather-dependent. I’d like to address each of these for anyone considering a trip to AWS. NO PROBLEM TRAVELING SOLO Coming to the camp alone turned out to be no issue at all. Many others were also traveling solo, and we quickly formed a large, international group. My impression is that people who choose camps like this tend to be open and friendly, which made it easy to connect and socialize. BEGINNER-FRIENDLY AND SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT As a complete beginner, I felt completely supported. Our group included people who had never touched a board before (myself included), as well as those with some prior experience. We were divided into smaller groups based on skill level, which made learning comfortable and paced appropriately. The instructors were incredibly patient, supportive, and attentive—I genuinely feel that I learned a lot during just two kiting sessions. WEATHER CHALLENGES HANDLED GRACEFULLY Kitesurfing, as expected, is dependent on wind conditions. Unfortunately, we only had two windy days during my stay. However, the way the staff handled this was exceptional. We were encouraged to try other available courses and could switch activities up to a day in advance. I ended up spending quite a bit of time wakeboarding at the Wake Park (a great kitesurfing substitute), and also tried stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and windsurfing. During the windsurfing session, weather conditions became unfavorable and we had to stop after an hour—I was only charged for that hour, which I really appreciated. At the end of the week, the administration recalculated all the session costs, especially since kitesurfing is the most expensive activity. I was reimbursed for the price differences without having to ask. This level of transparency and fairness truly stood out. FINAL THOUGHTS My week at AWS exceeded expectations. As a beginner, I learned a ton, tried new activities, met amazing people, and—most importantly—fell in love with water sports. I’m already looking forward to coming back next year.

Great food, surfing school and staff.

Its an amazing place with tasty food, great drinks and cool surf instructors! The organization is good and place is nice to stay :) and would strongly recommend to come here! EN: it's great! Good food, delicious drinks and cool surf instructors. :)

What a fantastic experience. My son took a kite surfing course and his instructor was very patient, kind and took great care of him. I took a wing foil course and it was amazing! My instructor gave exactly the right advice and exactly the right time. The lodge is amazing, very friendly and the food the kitchen put out each day was delicious! We’ll be back!! Andrew

Excellent course from Orlando. We learned wingfoilen in two days! Excellent winger and teacher. Highly recommended! Erik and Bjorn

The bartender is so amazing

I was here one week! Good people, good food, good staff, good lessons (Manu, best teacher!!!!). Thanks a lot!

Sun, ocean and nice people. Incredible place to learn to surf!

Had a great surfing lesson, this was our second time with AWS. Bjorn was a great instructor. Will be back again!

Such a fun week!!! When I arrived I had never even touched a surface board before and by the end of the week I was paddling out and standing on the board. Every instructor I had was so nice and so helpful. 10/10 would recommend

Emma Hasson

Jun 12, 2025

★★★★★

AMAZING surf instructors!! 10/10 would recommend doing lessons with them. Jorma and Emil were the instructors that I had and they were very patient, knowledgeable, and made learning super fun!

Jorma and Emil were so helpful, patient and kind with my first time paddling out to the green waves. They were encouraging and continued to give tips the entire time. It can be tiring so them keeping a positive attitude made such a difference!!! I had so much funnn

Absolutely amazing experience! Really knowledgeable and fun instructors. They take the best care of you. Highly recommend coming here no matter what your surf level is.

I only went to this school as an external guest (so no camp, only kiting), but was met with the same friendliness as everyone else. It's really a great atmosphere in this school. I went kite surfing for three days and was impressed by the flawless organization (mostly via Whatsapp and Google Sheets) and their flexibility. Unfortunately there was not enough wind to properly kite for two days, but a rescheduling at no additional costs was possible – can't get any better service than that. The kiting instruction from AJ/Adrian was also perfect. He guides you on your way to become an independent kiter, with the perfect mix between teaching you and giving you enough space to try for yourself. He not only focuses on teaching kiting itself, but also kiting etiquette, choice and care of equipment and consideration of the surroundings. And all of that with the right amount humor. I can't recommend the school itself and Adrian as an instructor enough!

Tony Lamb

Jun 8, 2025

★★★★★

Fantastic holiday. Met so many amazing people and am now a lot better at windsurfing

Fantastic 5-day wing foil course! Despite the less-than-perfect weather, instructor Orlando, with his excellent British English, managed to get us flying on the foil! The food at the camp was perfect! We would have loved to stay a few more days!

Highly recommended. Amazing food and a relaxed atmosphere. Our wing foil course lasted 5 days and exceeded all our expectations. Thanks to Orlando, the world's best wing foil instructor, we actually managed to foil by the end of the course. We'd love to do it again.

Surfing class was a blast, instructor helps with all the little details and explains about waves and current excellently.

This was my second time here, and once again, it was a fantastic experience. The food is excellent, and the staff are incredibly friendly. I took a week-long kitesurfing course with Adrian and highly recommend him—he’s a passionate and skilled instructor. I learned a lot and definitely plan to return!

Very good surf lessons

First time on a surfboard was a great expierence

Lien Degrieck

Jun 3, 2025

★★★★★

So good!!

We had a great stay! The room was clean and cozy, and the food was absolutely amazing. The staff were super helpful and friendly, always making sure we felt welcome. Even though the weather wasn’t perfect for kitesurfing, the instructors really made the most out of every session. I made a lot of progress—basically from zero to riding in the direction I wanted and actually starting to have fun! Big shoutout to Franek, Adrian, Manuk, and all the other experienced and dedicated kite teachers. They were really supportive and engaged. I can definitely recommend this place!

The best kite camp I've ever been to. The food is amazing, and the instructors and staff are super friendly. They look after you individually and consider your abilities. The kite lessons are very well organized, and the camp is just a 5-10 minute drive away. Adrian is a competent kite instructor who can accurately assess his students and conveys his knowledge in a fun way. The rental equipment is good. Most of the North gear is in good condition. If there's no wind, they offer great alternatives (wakeboarding, surfing, and SUP). During the week, a real group formed, speaking a variety of languages. It's a mix of groups, solo travelers, and couples.

fanni fagerudd

May 24, 2025

★★★★★

Had the most incredible time getting to learn the first steps to surfing! The atmosphere was so relaxing and positive, and all the coaches did a fantastic job in helping us get started in surfing while being both encouraging and professional. An amazing experience overall, thank you so much!

Maria Siimes

May 24, 2025

★★★★★

Had a great time with these guys. First time surfing and could not be happier with the teachers. Good vibes and great instructions

Excellent surf school with very friendly and helpful instructors. We learned a lot in our five surf lessons. The accommodation is also lovely, and the breakfast and dinner are fantastic!

The surf teachers are really helpful and give a lot of advice. Also the food in the camp is really delicious. However the surf spot was really far away (40 minutes drive one way).

heidiautumn

May 23, 2025

★★★★★

It was my first time surfing - but Emil and the rest of the crew made me feel at ease and with their guidance & support, I managed to pop-up and catch a wave!!!!!! Unreal. Would recommend

Amazing lesson - the instructors are so supportive and fun!! Had the best day :)

So much fun!

Amazing camp with great facilities and location. The staff are all chill and helpful, and the daily breakfast/dinners are immaculate and full of variety. Great location and the surf lessons are super informative and helpful; the instructors really want you to improve and do their best. Recommend to all, cheers!

I came to the camp for kiting and surfing, and quickly discovered how hard it is to leave this place again 🥹! Everything was well organised - the dorm was spaciously designed with plenty of storage to lay out our belongings, the team was full of wonderful people, and the food was incredible, with many delicious vegetarian/vegan options 🤤. You wake up in the morning with joy thinking about the nice breakfast awaiting, and already can started daydreaming on the way back from the surf, about the tasty dishes which would be on the evening menu 🫶🏽. If you're into watersports, nice vibes, wholesome food and lovely people, you'll feel right at home here 🙃! Besides the watersports, the daily yoga felt good on those sore muscles, and learning to surfskate with Jorma and Emil was pure fun 😍. Already wishing to come back ✨

Super friendly and competent instructors. After just one session, you'll have the basics down to catch your first waves. Highly recommended.

The best surf school in the algarve!

It's a cool place to be, and for surf lessons, they'll find a good spot depending on the waves, so you won't miss out! Top

We took 2 days of surfing lessons with Algarve Watersports with 0 experience and I learned a lot from our instructor Björn. He gave us clear and good instructions and individual advice in between the waves, which really helped a lot!

We had two really great surf sessions as a small group in Arrifana. Björn was a very good instructor and took the necessary time for everyone. The only small but unavoidable drawback to getting to the best spots is carrying the boards along the steep coast.

Had such a great time with Björn he was knowledge, friendly, and so helpful! Really good at catering the lessons to his group but also took time to give 1 on 1 advice!

d

May 18, 2025

★★★★★

awesome lessons. nice hotel/park. friendly staff and easy to learn. gives all the equipment and transportation to the beach and back. Anson is an amazing instructor 🙌🙏

Viviana Ojeda

May 16, 2025

★★★★★

I took a beginner surf lesson. Nohemi was my instructor, and she was amazing explained everything well and made it easy to understand.

Amazing surfing lessons with great teachers Noemi and Emil.

Magdalena Zasłona

May 10, 2025

★★★★★

Great time! I have been here three times and highly recommended! Great surfing lessons with the best instructors: Noemi, Björn, Alex, Jorma, Ansem and Emil! 🤩

Riccardo Amir Giulianelli

May 10, 2025

★★★★★

The instructors have been a real plus to the already amazing care the campus staff reserved us. Björn, Noemi, emil, alex, baba Ansan and jorma have all taken turn to help us glide over the arrifana waves. While Laura from would take care of our Drinks: you need energy and recuperation after all this sport! Really a wonderful experience. Highly recommended !

Fantastic food and very nice people:)

Gosia Szychowska

May 4, 2025

★★★★★

Great place, delicious food 😉 professional instructors, I’ve made nice progress in catching waves 🤙

Quentin Mond

May 3, 2025

★★★★★

Had a great time here. Lovely people, super chill vibe and very good kite lessons. Manouk has been super helpful and a great teacher. We came with a group of friends but it really is the kind of place where you could come alone and make friends instantly. We mixed surfing, kite surfing and electric biking and the staff was very flexible and super nice! Highly recommend! 🙂

Super experience ! Lessons were incredible and the Food Amazing ! Party Wave !

Really nice experience and well organized trip ! Everything was fine and the food delicious 🔥

Darya Abdulina

Apr 24, 2025

★★★★★

That was an anmazing experience thanks to the most attentive and professional instructors!

Great experience!! Cool people and amazing surfing!

Had great Kite Sessions with Fran.

Fantastic experience! The surf camp is well-maintained, the food is incredibly good and healthy, and there's a great family atmosphere. The instructors are attentive, and there's a really good vibe during the lessons. Special thanks to Noémie, Alex, Bjon (sorry for the spelling?), Emil, and Yorma for their great spirits this week. As a seasoned surf camper, I highly recommend AWS for an intermediate and beginner surfing experience. I'll definitely be back!

Best experience ever! Very friendly instructors, took us to a very nice spot, was insane!!! Had so much fun. Emil and Yorma are awesome!

The experience with AWS was great! The instructor was very experienced and friendly and I felt safe during the entire lesson. I would totally recommend as a beginner!

Amazing experience! It was my first time trying surf and it was so fun! The teacher was so good and understanding

I stayed with them for a week-long surf camp in August 2022. The experience was NEGATIVE for several reasons: 1- I booked a double room, and given the information on the website and the PRICE, I was certain I hadn't booked a bed! However, once I got there, I learned I had to share a room, AND WITH A MALE, all without any prior notice. Furthermore, the room was very small. 2- The surf lessons were always held more than an hour's shuttle ride from the residence. 3- The surf lessons were clearly OVERCROWDED to make money!! More than 10 beginners at a time with just one instructor. You basically had to spend the entire lesson trying not to get run over by others. 3- The residence didn't have any organized activities to encourage socialization. 4- As for the food, first come, first served, and many items ran out quickly and weren't replenished. In essence, the only positives: the very kind and competent yoga instructor and the kitchen staff.

Mikael Pasini

Feb 13, 2025

★★★★★

After a slight scare, the four lessons I took for my son and me were incredible. Led by either Jorma or Emile, we explored several beaches in the Algarve and were very well looked after. The instruction was top-notch, and the advice we received helped us improve significantly. I highly recommend this school.

Great organisation, on the time everything, exellent surf instructors. We are satisfied👌 Our recomandation!

George Flurche

Nov 12, 2024

★★★★★

I surfed for the first time in my life with the guys from Algarve Watersport and the experience was amazing. I didn't stay at the camp, but I met the group there, to pick up the equipment. The instructors look just like the surfers in the movies, with the hair in the wind and cool atitude. I took lessons for 4 days in a row and even though this sport is not that easy, I felt that I did a very good progress. The team is well organized and the tips and tricks were always helpful. If we could'n't find the "right" waves, my instructor stayed in the shallow water, pushing us one by one with the waves. They choose the beach based on the weather conditions, to improve our experience, making sure that we have good waves for surfing. We also got the chance to surf at the sunset and the view is gorgeous on the west coast. They even stayed longer with us because they realized that we have a good time. Overall, the experience was great and I will definetely come back to their camp when I'll get the chance.

Had a surf lesson as part of another camp here with the team. The whole team was really friendly and well prepared. They split us into groups according to our levels and explained the basic really well for my beginner group. I was in a group with Noemi and she really helped with all questions and helped us catch our first waves to get the feeling of standing up. Definitely would recommend!

Best surf school I've ever been to. The breakfast and dinner are amazing. You're really spoiled! You can always take something with you for lunch from breakfast! The surf instructors and the rest of the staff are super nice, friendly, and always helpful. I would definitely come back! ❤️

Really well guided surf lessons. The instructors teach really good and are very relaxed. We had an amazing time

Awesome place and energy!

Great way to spend the day in Lagos, had so much fun! The beach was so beautiful, and it’s good for all levels. Instructor was patient and knew exactly how to help. 10/10 recommend

Great instructors, passionate and patient, will teach anyone how to stand on a board and catch a wave! A perfect school for learning! I highly recommend it!

Wonderful SURFPLACE ! I spend there very happy time! ❤️

Great place and people, I recommend it ☺️☺️

Beautiful place, great weather and the best instructors! Go and surf with them 🔝🏄🏼‍♀️

Amazing holiday, we love to come back every year. Great location, delicious food and amazing people, thanks a lot to the great AWS Team 🫶

Sascha Würfl

Oct 20, 2024

★★★★★

What an amazing place. Super nice crew, always there to help you. The food is absolutely delicious! Rooms are fresh renovated. Highly recommend to go there and have your surf experience with super skilled trainers!

Perfect Sunday with the surf! Love this place and this surfing vibe

Luca Boninsegna

Oct 20, 2024

★★★★★

I returned to the same school this year because I had such a great time last year. Five surf lessons with truly excellent instructors! Alex, Angel, Andras, Jorma, Noemi, and Emil demonstrated professionalism and passion for their work. They know how to guide you through your development, helping you improve day by day. Even Ansan, who stopped by to say hello even though he was free that day, was friendly and remembered us. Excellent school, exceptional people! If I return to Lagos, I'll definitely repeat the experience with Algarve Watersport!

Kinga Schwartz

Oct 17, 2024

★★★★★

The staff is really nice! The surfing was really good! Adam the chef is my favourite! The indian curry was AMMMAZING! Loved to be here!🫶🏻

The place is unique, it has a very good vibe. The workers are very kind, especially Adam who is a great chef and the food is amazing.

Such a good place!👌👌 good atmosphere, lovely staff and fantastic dinner. If I could be a curry I would be THAT curry Adam made!

Thanks AWS for the great time! I enjoyed some really special days at the camp which carries a positive vibe, super friendly staff, experienced instructors, fantastic food and clean rooms! Certainly the benchmark@algarve!

Nice place to enjoy holidays and learn water sports. Team is very flexible and helps you everyday. Good place to chill, party and sport!

This surflesson was amazing! I didn’t surf before but I have learned a lot today!

Felix Mödl

Oct 11, 2024

★★★★★

Our beginner's course with Emilio was fantastic! We'll definitely be back for another course! 😀 Today we had just the right combination of theory and practice, with some great tips! 2 hours are perfectly sufficient for the first time 😀

Olivier Fortin Longpré

Oct 10, 2024

★★★★★

I loved the lesson with the instructors! Everything was very well organized. The surf spot is great. A truly wonderful day!

Sterre De Vries

Oct 4, 2024

★★★★★

I had never surfed before so I took a beginner’s class. The instructors were very friendly and good at explaining all the techniques. They were patient and very willing to help. I even got to stand up a couple of times. I would recommend this surf school to anyone! I will definitely come here again.

One of my best weeks ever! Great kitesurfing lessons, a beautiful place to stay, everything is well-organized and organized, easy to create an alternative itinerary if there's no wind, wonderful people to be around, and the food at the camp is truly fantastic. Whether you come alone, like me, or with a group, I would definitely recommend Algarve Watersports!

It was an amazing experience and so much fun! The spots on the west coast are breathtaking. Five days straight were incredibly tiring, but the coaches gave us fantastic advice and pushed us hard!

It was a so nice evening with my sisters, we laughed so much. We will never forget this experience in vacation!

Such an amazing experience! Thank u so much! The location was very good. Instructors helped a lot and I liked it very much. All the best❤️

Інеса Дзюба

Sep 28, 2024

★★★★★

Very, very cool school. Everything is explained in detail, the teachers are always there, I really liked it, I recommend it!

it was such a great experience! we had so much fun during the lesson

Anastasia Onyshchenko

Sep 28, 2024

★★★★★

Great school! It was my first experience, our instructor was very attentive, explained everything in detail and answered questions, I recommend it :)

I highly recommend this surf school. We booked for 3 days and it was perfect. The instructors are really nice and pay attention to every detail of every person. On day 3 we already got to surf the green water waves.

A great day of surfing with beautiful waves and fantastic weather. Our surf instructor Björn did a really good job teaching us. :)

A successful first surfing experience with a competent and very friendly team! The spot is ideal.

Fleur Koot

Sep 24, 2024

★★★★★

Wonderful experience! I never surfed before but they where so friendly and nice! Would highly recommend this!

Mel Ina

Sep 24, 2024

★★★★★

It was a lot of fun. The instructions were clear and helpful. It was my first time on the board, and the course made me want to do it again. Definitely recommended.

We had an amazing first experience with surfing! Both of us never had touched a surfboard before this & we were both able to stand the first day. Thanks to the great help and instructions on our instructor!

I had a great time at the Camp. The staff was really friendly and welcoming and the place was nice and comfy. Unfortunatelly I couldn't do wingfoiling as planned due to the lack of wind. Instead I learned windsurfing with Carlos and Lukasz. Both were great teachers. They gave individual feedback and Carlos also taught some theory wich was very understandable and helpful for the practice.

I had group lesson with Bjorn and Emil - both great instructors!

Great team at the camp and a fantastic surf instructor. Special greetings to Björn. The food is incredibly delicious and freshly cooked. The guests are very pleasant and welcoming. The beaches and activities are well chosen.

Excellent beginner course with detailed introduction and friendly support!

Fantastic organization! Everyone was incredibly kind and understanding, and they adapted to the pace of a beginner like us. We'd definitely do it again! 😊

The 2-hour surfing course for beginners is perfect for getting a taste of this sport. After the drive to the beach, we warm up and do a few dry-land exercises before getting right to it. I felt very safe and well looked after the whole time. Our guide was very friendly and gave us great tips. It would be nice if there was a little time for a souvenir photo after the course. But that's really just a minor point and didn't detract from the overall experience.

We only booked a trial lesson and it was amazing! The surf instructors are super nice and take plenty of time for each individual.

The AWS surf camp was absolutely amazing! The fun was endless and the variety of surf lessons suited all skill levels from beginners to advanced. The camp had a fantastic atmosphere, with friendly instructors who made learning to surf exciting and enjoyable (special thanks to Angel - he gave lots of great tips and was really helpful). The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly, creating a great environment for meeting new friends. The food was also delicious and healthy.

We booked a surf course without staying at a camp. It was great fun and highly recommended. The guide (I think his name was Assam) was very nice and helped us all a lot.

Thijs Starreveld

Sep 12, 2024

★★★★★

Very nice spot to learn kitesurfing.. our instructor Adrian was very knowledgeable, friendly en enthusiastic.. a great afternoon spend.

Falyn Berkowitz

Sep 9, 2024

★★★★★

I had a fabulous stay at Algarve Watersport camp! The people, the vibes, the food all amazing! I highly recommend anyone looking to get in the water to perfect their skills or learn something new this camp is a must do! Thank you for an incredible week of fun in the sun!

It was an extremely wonderful experience. Thank you!

Nice vibe, friendly staff and very professional instructors. Especially AJ did a fantastic job explaining the basics of kite surfing while making sure we had fun. Thanks 😊

Had a great week with five fun surf lessons with amazing instructors. Definitely recommend it!

simon lemaire

Sep 5, 2024

★★★★★

Awesome wingfoil courses I loved the ambiance of the place and the team, Big shout out to my teacher Orlando, he provided really good advices at the right time to get me up on that foil! Thanks

Wilhelm Hagland

Sep 3, 2024

★★★★★

I went for a week to learn how to kite and live at the camp with others that went for the same reason, and I got to say it was a week well spent. The stay itself for me was Saturday afternoon the 24th to Saturday early morning the 31st of August, and except for being overdressed for the heat when arriving, the whole stay was excellent. The dinner ended up being one of the highlights of the trip. New things every day with well balanced and thought out dishes, good salads, fruits, new desserts (for me at least), and so much food you would never think of leaving hungry. So the kitchen team deserves all the praise they can get, but I'm sure they do hear it often enough from both staff and guests. I have told family and friends that the food alone is worth considering going for. Breakfast 7 days a week, and dinner 6 days and 1 day off for the kitchen team. The kiting started a bit slow for me, with 1 lesson Sunday followed by 2 days of no wind. Luckily, the 4 days I got to kite, my instructor (AJ/Adrian) got me riding really quick. So by the end of my 4 days of kiting I was at, or even a bit past the level of the other kiters that arrived early enough to join the Saturday session that i missed. Hell yeah! I didn't bother asking for my official grade, so this is purely from talking to the other kiters staying at the camp. So needless to say, I am extremely satisfied with the 4 days of kiting I got, and I'm now ready to start trying it out with the local kiters where I live. I just have to get used to the water being a bit colder here in Norway.... So thank you all, I will be back! And hopefully next time I'm an even stronger kiter than I was when I left.

The best kitesurfing school in algarve!

My first surfing experience and my first solo travel experience were simply perfect! The instructors are very kind, knowledgeable, and motivating. You immediately feel at home thanks to the team and the other people who share the classes and space with you. The daily yoga options are really well-structured. The food also exceeded my expectations. Highly recommended!

Kimmy Mazza

Sep 2, 2024

★★★★★

We really enjoyed our surf lessons here! Great teachers and they are really well organized.

Two days of surfing lessons at Algarve Watersports & could not be happier with our decision!

Amazing way to spend a few days in Lagos

Samuele Gravina

Sep 1, 2024

★★★☆☆

Beautiful and clean facility, excellent food. The pool is a great addition for relaxing and cooling off on hot Portuguese days. The camp is mostly frequented by Germans. There wasn't a single Portuguese member of the entire staff. Consequently, it lacked the authenticity of a Portuguese surf camp. The atmosphere inside the camp is friendly, but perhaps lacking a bit of cohesion. The instructors were very good and helpful. I learned a lot in a week of surfing, although at the end of my adventure, I'm not satisfied with my level. I will definitely have other opportunities to repeat this experience.

We spend a week here at their camp to go kite surfing at the end of August and it was amazing. Since they do all kind of things, I'll break this review down into 3 parts: 1. Accommodations/the camp 2. Activities 3. Kite surfing 1. Accommodations We got the room with the 2 beds and a private bathroom. Not very big, but it had AC, a good shower and beds that were decent. But you'll not spend a lot of time in here anyway. It's Portugal. It's hot and sunny and the only time spend in your room will be for sleeping or horizontal yoga anyway. The rest of the camp was awesome. They have a pool, that feels really cold when you jump in but is actually pretty nice compared to the 30+ degrees celcius outside. They got all kinds of areas to relax. Either at the couch of happiness in the sun, or a sun bed underneath the massive tree or just on the grass, you'll be able to find a spot that works for you. It can get a bit chilly at night with the high winds, so they also have a living room area that's perfect to relax after a hard day of activities. Now i have to give an extra big special shout out to the food. How they manage to feed 60+ people every day (except wednesday) for breakfast and dinner and still maintain that quality, i do not know. It's magic. They must put some special kind of spice, like ground up sunshine, into the dishes to make them taste so amazing. I figured that with the buffet style meals they advertise it would be just the average hotel kind of stuff. Filling but nothing special. I was so, so wrong. I gained a kilo, even with all the sports, just from being compelled to go for seconds. Big shout out to the cooks for making this one of the highlights of the day. 2. Activities We got becalmed for 2 days, so no kite surfing. But that means you get to do other things! We went wakeboarding at the nearby wakepark and the camp just takes care of you with transfers and pickups and everything. Brilliant. No need to worry about if the uber is ever going to show up or get annoyed it takes the long way around. Yoga lessons are also offered for free and they're actually pretty fun. Don't always fit our schedule but it's a fun thing to do when you have time. We did also sign up for a sun rise sup tour, but the minimum number of people was not reached. So that was a bummer. Probably had something to do with the end of summer party and the start of the tour being at 6 in the morning. 3. Kiting The actual reason for our stay. I'm a tall fat guy. No hiding it. But with the kite surfing, this didn't matter. I just got a bigger kite! I can tell you, when you fly a 13m2 kite in gusty winds, you really start to appreciate the power that thing can generate. I went flying! The instructors were very good, very friendly, knowledgable and funny. Shout out to JJ for getting both myself and my girlfriend to do a waterstart right at the end of the week. It was glorious! The lagoon we did the kiting at was a 20 minute car ride away, nice warmish water, even at high tide not too deep. It could get bussy with 30 students trying to learn how to kite at the same time but there's really no avoiding that. Only advice i'd give is don't wear flip flops. Get some watershoes or shoes that you don't care about to get you to the starting beach because you have to clamber over a lot of loose rocks. There's so much more to say, Lagos is a nice town to just visit, there're plenty of bars to go out at night , at least according to the other people staying at the camp, we never went, we're 20 years past that stage. The weather was fantastic, Rusty the cat is cute etc. etc. etc. I highly recommend this place for anybody that wants to do water sports and have a great time. Even when you're no longer 20 and lost that body of a Greek god and have more of a beer keg then a 6 pack, you'll probably still enjoy your stay.

I had the best week at the Algarve Watersport Kite camp. As a first time kiter, I was super happy with my instructors (Elisa and Adrian). Thanks to them I was flying the kite and riding the board in a matter of days! On the day without wind I also enjoyed the surfing and wakeboarding. The camp grounds itself and accommodation are the perfect place to relax and connect with the other campers. The food is AMAZING 🤩.

Amazing week in Portugal, great people, great food, perfect kite sessions with Adam. Thanks for many awesome memories!

It was my first surfing experience and I highly recommend it doing it there :-) Thanks to the cool and intelligent teachers who work hard, learning is even more fun! It was also a very relaxed atmosphere!

Very helpful and pleasant instructors,easy to understand tips and professional guidance,the team made our time learning how to surf much more amusing and enjoyable...10/10 would recommend

Very nice atmosphere, cool facilities greet teachers ! Food and the bar are super as well !

Stella Chaykovskaya

Aug 29, 2024

★★★★★

The beach was amazing! Exactly like the surfing place you see in movies. The coaches explained everything thoroughly and were very supportive and helpful. Great experience, 11/10

Annabel Swinbank

Aug 28, 2024

★★★★★

Super fun day out learning to surf in the Algarve. All of the instructors were super helpful and supportive which made the whole experience really fun. Highly recommend!

Alice Searcy

Aug 28, 2024

★★★★★

Super friendly and communicative group of instructors! The beginners lesson was very thorough, from learning the basics to getting stuck in riding the waves in the water! The instructors were supportive and motivating of all abilities - highly recommend for anyone wanting to try surfing for the first time!

Jack Kowalski

Aug 26, 2024

★★★★★

Did a week of windsurfing lessons, the place was great, very friendly! The windsurfing instructors were brilliant, Carlitos, Rocco and Orlando were super helpful! Every tip they gave me helped me progress a step further. Will definitely be back soon

Amazing Camp! Best instructors: Angel, Bjorn, Jorma, Ansam, Alex and Andras! The food was unbelievable and the bar drinks the best! I can’t wait to be back

Really enjoyed the lesson! The coach adapted to my level and gave thourough explanation. I was able to catch green waves and he gave me good advice on turning too. Recommend to anyone who thought about starting surfing 😉.

Felipe de Alzaga Achter

Aug 23, 2024

★★★★★

Just straight up awesome! Great staff, great instructors, especially great food and vibes. If you think about going, just do it - you won’t regret it, trust me :)

We booked a kitesurfing course without staying at the camp, and it was fantastic. The entire team was incredibly friendly, very well-organized, helpful, and flexible. A huge thank you to our kite instructor, Andy, who was incredibly patient with us. Great kitesurfing spot with good conditions. One evening, we spontaneously decided to have dinner at the camp, and it was absolutely delicious. So, all in all, 10 out of 10! 👌🏼 We'd love to come back again.

The rooms were very comfortable and the people were kind and ready to help. The kite surfing lessons were fun and the instructors let me learn at my own pace while giving me advice. The wake park is also a fun activity to do while also taking lessons.

The rooms were incredibly comfortable and the people there were always friendly and willing to help. The kite surfing lessons were fun and the instructors were very patient as I was able to learn at my own pace.

Thank you very much to algarve water sports crew! Especially our group’s instructor Naomi helping us total beginners on day one! Very helpful great explanations and tips!

Great company to book surfing lessons with, instructors are brilliant

Great instructors!

Very knowledgeable and friendly instructors, I learned a lot in just one week. I hope to be able to come back!

The AWS Camp is definitely recommended! We stayed for a week in a beautiful bungalow right by the pool. The camp has a really cool vibe, very friendly staff, and everything is superbly organized by the entire team. The delicious food and Liam's Bar are some of the absolute highlights! A special thanks goes to the kite instructors Gerardo, Barney, and especially Adrian (AJ) 😎 – all complete pros who taught me how to kite over 6 days. It was a ton of fun. I'd love to come back ✌️

I’ve been at Algarve Watersport multiple times and always love coming back. Great vibes, very nice and competent surf instructors and amazing food. I feel like I will always want to come back here.

Very competent, super friendly instructors, amazing food, and very flexible options for individual day planning and wishes. We're now regulars and will remain so :-)

Top instructors, very good explanations. They take you to the best spots with the best waves! And the food at the camp is amazing.

Great Place for learning Surfing!

Jannis Skipis

Aug 17, 2024

★★★★★

Booked surfing lessons at AWS, and it was awesome! We had great waves, the beaches we visited were breathtaking, the lessons itself were perfect. Thank you AWS Team for having a great time during our vacation. Special thanks to Noemi our instructor who was super patient with me and my kids, always having some good feedback.

Jonathan Loesing

Aug 17, 2024

★★★★★

Great overall! Good atmosphere and food, and Adrian did a good job teaching kitesurfing 😊

Super fun would recommend

I really liked the experience. Instructors are amazing, they explain everything very well. I really recommend to try surfing lessons here!

It was so good, chill and fun

Very good place:)

The surf was crazy 🤩 really great adventure, instructors speak English and are very patient

Natalia Hawro

Aug 17, 2024

★★★★★

Amazing experience! Ansan was excellent! I will definitely come back!

Ansan was a great instructor! Lesson was fun! Recommend!

I highly recommend it, great place, great people. It's a perfect place for an unforgettable adventure.

Great experience!!!

Surf lesson wa amazing

Great experience! Ansan did a great job at explaining everything to our group, highly recommend! :)

Really cool once in a lifetime experience!

It was a really cool experience, everybody should try it out.

We did the beginner surf lesson with Björn. He was a very nice and friendly instructor, very calm and helpful even with myself as a challenge ;) Thank you for your patience!

Super nice surf instructor and very patient teachers… Time flew by! Would love to come back again 👍

Aenea B

Aug 15, 2024

★★★★★

Such a great experience surfing with Algarve watersports! Everyone was very nice and super skilled. I would really recommend them if you want to go surfing.

Just finished 2 days kite lessons with Adrian. Awesome time and awesome instructor ! Adrian was really relaxed and helpful !

Marco Calafiore

Aug 13, 2024

★★★★★

Unique experience!

Lucia Gardini

Aug 9, 2024

★★★★★

Beautiful experience! Trained and very kind instructors! The beach where they took us was perfect and the context of a surf house full of guys with a big smile on their lips was also very beautiful.

Amazing experience!!! The equipe is fantastic and the place is simply amazing. Very recommended.

Lorenzo Montanari

Aug 9, 2024

★★★★★

First time surfing, and it went great! The instructors are very knowledgeable and friendly, and they make you feel at ease. I highly recommend them!

Great instructors, and we had so much fun!

I recently attended a surf camp for kite surfing classes and had an amazing experience! The organization was flawless, from booking to the daily schedule. Special shoutout to the incredible kite instructor, Adrian (AJ). His patience, encouragement, and expertise made learning fun and easy - really enjoyed it! Highly recommend this camp for its great organization and especially for AJ's outstanding instruction. Can't wait to come back!

I had a fantastic week kitesurfing. The instructors were great, especially Manuel and Adrian (AJ), who gave me excellent tips and taught me very well. I made rapid progress and always felt safe. I would definitely recommend the school and the camp. Liam runs a great bar, and the food is always perfect.

Again, a AWSome week. Had three great kite-sessions with AJ, who pushed us to improve as fast as possible. Even the faceplants were a lot of fun 🙈🤙… Surfing and weakboarding were perfect alternatives for the low wind days, while the city anyways has enough to offer that you sometimes just need a day to rest at the pool 😅. High recommendation also for Liam’s Sangrias at the bar… 1L of happiness 🙃! Looking forward to coming back next year, thanks to the whole team for the great week!

It was another wonderful week at Algarve Watersports. - The food at the camp is delicious - Kitesurfing in a fantastic shallow lagoon - The instructors are very friendly and competent - The vibe at the camp is a 10 out of 10 - Diverse program - Met some great guests - and much more We will definitely be back and highly recommend the camp!

Josef Sterrer

Aug 2, 2024

★★★★★

The surf lesson and the surf instructors were super fun. We learned a lot and all our questions were always answered. :)

Nice place, nice people, definitely recommend

It was my second time at the AWS and as last year my friend and I had an amazing time. The teachers and the team are great. It's very well organized and we had the opportunity to do another sport when the wind was tricky. We met a lot of amazing people. We will definitly go back nest year. Can't wait !

I've been here for the umpteenth time and it's still not the last time. :) A laid-back, youthful place, full of life, buzz, and lots of sunshine. If you want to learn to surf, kite, or just want to hide from the world and relax, this is the place for you...

Nice place and nice people. Both guests and employees. Easy to talk and have fun with the other guests. The cap-site invites for socializing and hanging out. The food is really great as well. So are the activities. If you want to learn to kitesurf, wakeboard, surf etc. This is the place. I was a 100% new-bee and had great time at AWS. Also seems to a good place for more experienced riders/surfers/kiters

Had 2 lessons and both were great . Teacher was super nice , helpful and informative. Great vibe at the campsite with good food and drinks after the kite session. Definitely will visit again to improve my skills.

My sister and I had a great experience. They welcomed us and were really good at teaching us :). Would definitely recommend

My son and I spent 3 days with Adrian and Kite, thank you for a great initial experience. A truly great teacher with the right approach, lots of knowledge and humor. Always smiling and there was always a solution to every problem. Thank you.

Reda Tijani

Jul 24, 2024

★★★★★

Great and wonderful camp ! A lot of water sport and activities. Amazing food too! Good food, good mood ! 😁

This is the second time I spent a wonderful time with You guys. Great instructors, waves, people and delicious food. I would highly recommend !!!!.

I felt very comfortable at this camp. A relaxed vibe, friendly people, all the staff are very nice, and even a spontaneous extension of my stay worked out without any problems. The food is very well-balanced, delicious, and freshly prepared. A special thank you goes to my kite instructor Gerardo, who was extremely patient with me and constantly encouraged me. Adrian and Manouk also gave me many good and helpful tips – a big thank you for that too! I'll definitely be back 😊

Mark Swiderski

Jul 20, 2024

★★★★★

This place is a gem of a kite spot. From the office staff to the rescue boat. Huge shout out to Chris for the graceful rescues, videos and good vibes. Chef is a protege. Exactly what I was looking for.

Hermans Nina

Jul 19, 2024

★★★★★

Just spent the best week in the camp. Team was lovely, super professional and fun. Thank you to the Kite and the Surf teams, who where pretty awesome. Special mention to Manouk and her team (Adrian !!) for sending me to the next level in my kite progression!! The camp, the rooms, the pool are amazing. Food is probably the best I have ever had on holidays and home made. Thanks a lot AWS will definitely come back ❤️

Janneke Kieviet

Jul 19, 2024

★★★★★

This school and camp is so good! I stayed for 7 days at the dorm in the kitehouse which is so chill, and the food was so amazing, everything arranged so nicely! I did 7 days of kitesurfing, couldnt get enough, and now i can ride a little! 100% recommend

Kitesurfing with instructors Manuel and Lukasz was a lot of fun. They're both very patient and explain things really well, and they're very helpful! The camp and the food are also top-notch :)

Dóra Bakos

Jul 19, 2024

★★★★★

I had a great time at the camp, good vibes, friendly people. The camp is very well organized, the bar, breakfast and dinner is outstanding. Rooms are modern and clean. Kite instructor Gerardo is an excellent instructor, very experienced, patient and has empathy towards students.

I booked the camp as a solo traveler and all I can say is that Algarve Watersport exceeded my expectations in all the ways possible! I was supposed to stay one week there but after only 2 days I extended my stay for 2 weeks as I loved it so much! From the very first moment they make sure that you feel welcome and taken care of. The camp itself is wonderful; the rooms are nicely decorated and cleaned daily and the beds are comfortable. There is also a cozy common area with a pool where you can just chill and hang-out with the others. One of the biggest surprises at the camp was the food - always delicious with a different theme every day, full of vegetarian or vegan options. I signed up for kitesurfing classes and on the days when there was no wind we were offered alternative activities, I strongly recommend going on a motocross tour with Oskar even if you're a complete beginner when it comes to riding a motorcycle! Also a special shout-out to my kite instructor Kris who demonstrated a great deal of patience during our lessons! I'm sure that without him my progress wouldn't be the same. I'd like to thank all the crew for making this experience so memorable. I will definitely come back next year :)

Exceptional Wing Foiling Lessons with Orlando at Algarve Watersport Is it worth the money to take lessons? That was the question I was pondering before booking my wing foiling lessons at Algarve Watersport. After all, you can find all the information you need on YouTube, right? However, after a few days with the incredible instructor Orlando, it became clear that the lessons provided the necessary knowledge to finally get me onto the foil and stay there for extended periods. The key to my success was Orlando’s exceptional teaching skills. He didn't just tell me how to wingfoil; he carefully observed what I was doing and provided insightful feedback on how to improve. Orlando's keen eye and personalized instruction made all the difference. He is by far the best instructor I have had in any sport, and I have tried quite a few since I am over 50 years old. Wingfoiling is an amazing feeling, and thanks to Orlando, I can now fully enjoy it. His dedication, expertise, and ability to tailor his teaching to each student's needs are unparalleled. If you're considering wing foiling lessons, I wholeheartedly recommend Algarve Watersport and especially Orlando. The experience is worth every penny!

Dima Gerasimov

Jul 13, 2024

★★★★★

My second stay here, and will be coming again! Great vibe, friendly staff and amazing food (breakfast and dinner in camp simplifies a lot of logistics!) I progressed a lot on kutesurfing, especially want to thank Adrian (AJ) -- he's very efficient but chill, his tips were super on spot, and I love how he was actively suggesting and showing me new things to try. And he's a super cool guy even outside of kiting!

What an experience! 🏄🏽‍♀️ This was my second time in Lagos with AWS and the team. What made me come back are the same reason why I recommend this place and community: Choices and Service. I love to do watersports. Trying out different ones and learning is nit only full service (equipment and transport) I really want to highlight the instructors here. Last time I did a week of kiting and wakeboarding. This time I enjoyed the humbling process of surfing as well as learning more in the wake park. Between one and 2 activities a day, I needed to refuel. That is when the culinary experience started. The food is 12/10. Breakfast: colorful and fueling, heaps of fruits Dinner: a wholesome buffet that is well thought through. Every day a different topic, my favorite was definitely Mexican taco night! They even picketed the onions themselves. Last night we had vegan lemon sponge cake with lemons of the camp garden. You see where I am going there. Sleep: since we are a 20 min walk outside of Lagos town (or 4€Uber) the camp side is nice and quiet. We stayed in a dorm with solid beds, and curtains and enough storage space. Happy to come back a third time! Thank you team! Alexis 🌻

Nico Berres

Jul 12, 2024

★★★★★

Nice Surf / Kite & Wake Camp! What’s unique about this place is that you can decide throughout the week which water sport you want to do. Instructors were also nice!

We have been to the camp for the 3rd time in a row every year and every time was amazing there. The surf camp is great and the vibe and atmosphere are unbeatable. Our kite instructor AJ has brought us forward immensely this year and teacht us a lot - thank you very much. Omar

Monika Kula

Jul 5, 2024

★★★★★

I spent week in Algarve Watersport camp and I’ve enjoyed every day! Great food, surf lessons were amazing, houses very comfortable! I made great progress with every surf lesson. I will return here for sure :)

Best time in my life! I love the vibe of this place! Instructors are amazing 🏆 definitely want to come back!

Highly recommend! it was an absolutely incredible experience! Thank you so much, especially Noemi, Jorma and Angel, I was lucky to have you as my first coaches and fall in love with surfing And thanks to Alex for photos!

Really great experience - clear communication, top surf instructors (Noemi, Jorma and Angel thank you!!!), clean comfy rooms and phenomenal food!!!

Wesley Counts

Jun 22, 2024

★★★★★

My wife and i went here on a recommendation from a friend and fell in love with the school. It became my favorite vacation I have ever taken due to the experience. The food and rooms are both amazing and we would come back for them alone, but they also offer just lessons for those who don’t want to stay. The staff really were always smiling and helpful - even to some of our spontaneous requests. And the instructors were all experts and amazing at progressing you very quickly - but also were conscious and helpful to those who learn a little slower or who lacked motivation. We made very good friends here that hopefully will last a life time! We decided to try kite surfing and were both able to ride pretty well just by the fourth course. We are definitely going back - the overall experience was the best vacation i have ever taken - they took care of everything - all you had to do was show up, learn, and of course have fun!

Andreas Sundt

Jun 22, 2024

★★★★★

A fantastic surf lesson with instructors Emilio and Ansan on the west coast of Portugal! Emilio and Ansan were very educational, taught us the basics and gave great feedback throughout the lesson! Lovely day, highly recommend this. 🤙👌

It was so much fun, the team was so nice an helped you with everything

Very good school with even cooler instructors. Big recommondation 🫶🏽

Steve French

Jun 21, 2024

★★★★★

Very professional set up from the office to the drivers and instructors .Took wing foil lessons with Orlando ,good instructor very knowledgable .Good experience

I came here to improve my windsurfing skills, enjoy the sun and meet other watersport enthusiasts. All of these expectations were fulfilled. Thanks to the experienced windsurfing coaches Thomas, Adam and Orlando i was able to learn to use the harness and footstraps and enjoy my first experiences with the board lifting out of the water and starting to glide. Even at the few days with insufficient wind i had a lot of fun at the wake park, enjoyed a serene sunrise tour with jacob on SUPs and Emil got me to stand my first whitewater waves on the surfboard. When I booked my stay at Algarve Watersport I was aware that they offer breakfast and dinner. However I did not expect how good the food is. The crew in the kitchen is amazing, with some inspiring creations (im looking at you, tomato watermelon salad). Way better then expected were also the Yoga classes. I tried to catch every session i could attend to. All of the staff is super welcoming. Special thanks go to Sara for always watching out for newcomers who might feel overwhelmed with so many new faces, keeping up with guests who stay for an extended period and always beeing up for a quick chat. AJ is also super fun to talk to and share experiences. After two weeks of staying at the camp, my only regret is that i did not experience much of the portuguese / local culture. But that's just because i did enjoy staying in the camp so much.

This camp is just awesome! It has been my second stay at AWS and once again the food and drinks were great, all the instructors super helpful and friendly (Kite, Surf, Wakeboard, Wakefoil, Windsurf), the office is very flexible and well-organized and the rooms are always clean and in good condition. Thanks to all the wonderful staff people! See you next year

Besides the heavy waves the surf experience was great :) the instructions were clear and the instructors good mood influenced the whole group.

It speaks volumes that I'm visiting the camp for the fourth time in a row! The vibe among the guests is great, the food is varied and delicious, and there's a huge selection of activities. They offer not only water sports but also yoga and surfskate. The surf lessons are super professional and helpful; I've made great progress! I'd love to come back!!

Great experience! Definitely coming back again. The guides are very helpful and are looking after every single one.

Phil Boss

Jun 16, 2024

★★★★★

I am here for a 3 days surf course and already after day one I am progressing beyond my own expectation, due to the very good instructor and well prepared lessons! Looking forward for the next days! Definitely will book the camp next time, food and location looks amazing and everybody is friendly.

first day - first lesson. And already stood up on the board. I AM SOO HYPED🤩😆

I started kitesurfing lessons as a complete beginner. First of all, the camp is fantastic; you're completely taken care of, the food is delicious and healthy, there are lots of activities (even when there's no wind), and there's a great atmosphere. Manouk was also incredibly helpful! She explains things clearly, is very patient, and helped me make rapid progress! It was a fantastic experience :-)

banafsheh dabagh

Jun 9, 2024

★★★★★

VIIIIIIBBBEEEEEESSSSSS 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼 Everyone is sooOOOOoo friendly and the teaching skills are 🤌🏼🤌🏼🤌🏼

Very nice Camp, very good lessons and all people are so open and friendly!

Once again we had the best time at Algarve Water Sports this year. I can recommend the camp to anyone who is a fan of any kind of water sport and either wants to try it out, improve their skills or is travelling with friends who are interested in different sports (surfing, windsurfing, kiteboarding, wakeboarding or even yoga). I am super grateful for the best surf instructors I’ve ever had and the whole team for the great support. Of course, I shouldn’t forget to mention the delicious food. See you next year :)

BEA OSBORNE

May 28, 2024

★★★★★

This two weeks at the camp have felt like real home, so may amazing people and plans to do. Can’t wait to come back (the food was amazing :)

I had a fantastic experience here in August 2023. I was able to learn the basics really well, the instructors are all so nice, the wetsuits you get to rent are top-notch, I'll be going again this summer.

Krzysztof Walczak

May 25, 2024

★★★★★

Just arrived and already can’t wait for that cold beer at the bar after first surfing lesson :) fantastic place!

Absolutely amazing kitesurf camp! You get an amazing personal instructor for your whole stay that takes you from beginner to independant rider in only a few sessions. Highly highly recommend!!

Exactly the "vibes" you'd expect from a surf house!

We booked our camp and surf lessons on a whim, breaking away from the typical Saturday-to-Saturday schedule, and wow, was the booking process a breeze! Chatting via WhatsApp was incredibly fast and super flexible—definitely a five-star experience! I visited with my two teenage kids, and we were greeted with the warmest welcome, immediately feeling part of the group. The team was amazingly open and wonderfully international, making us feel right at home. The camp itself was stunning; our room was lovely with a gorgeous bathroom, and everything was organized to perfection. So, it's five stars for the rooms, camp, and reception! My kids have tried different surf schools in Portugal and France, but none compared to the progress they made here. Instructors Noemi, Alex, and Emil were not only highly motivated but also incredibly inspiring. Their enthusiasm for teaching and joy at our rapid progress over just three days were palpable. The surf lessons alone deserve six out of five stars! 😊 If you're looking for a sporty getaway as a family with teens or as a single parent, this is your spot. Your kids will quickly mesh with other guests and the team, with loads of activities to keep everyone engaged. Having our own car added a touch of flexibility, but the camp shuttles to various surf spots along the coast were just perfect for most guests. Now, I'm dealing with a constant, "Can we come back here next holiday? And the ones after that?" It was truly one of our most unexpected and memorable trips.

Amanda Kristofersson

Apr 29, 2024

★★★★★

Had the best experience, could only recommend!! Apart from great vibes and surf lessons in beautiful Algarve, the breakfast and food was beyond expectations, lots of vegan options! But best of all was meeting all amazing people 💙🌊🏄🏼‍♀️

I really loved this surf camp! The camp is such a welcoming environment for solo travelers. It is so easy to meet people and all of the staff are so so friendly. Also the food was amazing! I am going to miss have a sweet treat with breakfast and fabulous dinners. I originally came to the camp to do kitesurfing, but there not being a ton of wind, the camp was super flexible in letting me switch the surfing, and I had a blast! The instructors were so fun and helpful and I learned so much!

Comfortable room, incredible food, friendly staff and instructors! We had an amazing week and will recommend and definitely be back :)

I did a kitesurf camp with Algarve Watersport and had a wonderful experience. Staff is kind, welcoming, professional and helps you along with scheduling lessons to make the most out of your stay. I went the beginning on the April, where the wind for kitesurfing was still a bit unpredictable. The camp called ahead to made sure I could arrive on time on a windy day and join the class. Luckily for me the wind got better during the week and I was able to get some good kite sessions going. The food at the camp is also very good. With a great variety of food at breakfast and a changing menu for dinner. All made from fresh ingredients. Haven’t eaten this healthy and good for a long time! Lastly the instructors! During the week I had lessons from Leo and Jacob and was very happy with their instructions. But a big shout out to Jacob! His instructions are easy to follow, he gives you the confidence to keep going, is very patient and most importantly, always smiling! Stoked to put those lessons to good use and to keep on kitesurfing!

I had a lovely Week with all the people there 👌 Food : 5 Star - everyday really fresh and healthy Rooms : totally fine and clean, nice view too Surfing : really good instructors, i learned a lot Stuff : everytime friendly, everyone vibes there Area : you can walk easily to Lagos There you have many Possibilities All in all a super Holiday. I am very thankful that i have made this Trip. Love for the Crew ✌️

Absolutely recommended! A super cozy and well-organized camp with lots of activities and fantastic food! Thanks to the highly qualified and motivated instructors, the learning curve is extremely steep. You have a blast and leave with mixed feelings of sadness and joy. Looking forward to coming back!

Maria Kumin

Jan 10, 2024

★★★★★

I had two lessons with this school and it was a really nice experience. Both teachers were so nice and taught very well. Thank you for my first great surf experience 😊.

very nice and awesome team. All worked out well, very cosy place. Delicious food, highly recommended

Great location, great team – it's simply fun to feel the spirit at the camp and in the training lessons. Everything was explained perfectly, and the first surf lessons already led to initial successes. Great team, cool accommodation, amazing food, fantastic location, the coaches know their stuff, and Becca and her team are doing a superb job. Highly recommended! We'll be back!

A wonderful place run by wonderful people! Daily surfing sessions were pure pleasure thanks to the professional instructors, and the food prepared by Dominik and Piotr was amazing every day! ❤️

Klaudia Litkowska

Oct 15, 2023

★★★★★

A week of vacation at AWS was a dream! Excellent organization – each day we received a plan in advance, which we followed to the minute. The staff was incredibly friendly. Taking your first steps on a surfboard with such instructors was a breeze! And the food was first-class. The dishes were varied and delicious. Every day we could sample cuisine from a different region of the world. Dominik and Piotr are amazing chefs!

Farkas Szilárd

Oct 14, 2023

★★★★★

It was a wonderful trip. The beaches are beautiful, the surf instructors are nice. Come and surf. 🏄😀

Eduárd Mándy

Oct 14, 2023

★★★★★

We spent an amazing week here. The food was plenty and delicious. The accommodation was also good. The surf teachers did a very good job. I can mention only one negative thing. It’s about the schedule. We sometimes got the information in the last minute or not at all so it was hard to plan with our free time. Overall I’m very satisfied with them and look forward to come back next year.

It's a really good surfcamp for beginners, the place is very cozy with pool and chillspots, food is supergood and instructors are very kind and helpful. You can try different waves on your own level and they explain well how to improve your skills. You can also have yoga classes or try wakeboard too, which is wellexplained for beginners as well. We were there with a group and at first it was a bit inconsistent which informations are for which groups, also there were corrections or we got the infos quite late before next day, so there were some misunderstanding about timings and it was difficult to plan our free time because of this. Later during the week we felt some improvement in this. In overall I can recommend the camp, we will come back next years.

Bella Zanin

Oct 6, 2023

★★★★★

Had the best week here - highly recommend! Lovely accommodation, great food (homemade granola at breakfast was to die for) and excellent windsurf tuition. Instructors really tailored the lessons to the group and were able to give feedback according to each individual's ability level. I went as a solo traveller and felt very welcome and met lots of other awesome solo travellers.

Valentin R

Oct 5, 2023

★★★★☆

I'll give it 4 stars with the disclaimer that I was an outsider joining only for 2 days. The camp house looks amazing and the administrative organization was seamless. I did not like the fact that the only online payment option had an automatic 2% surcharge, but luckily was able to pay cash without xtra charge. No discount for bringing your own wetsuit though. Aside from that I think the quality of the gear provided was top notch, but I was disappointed after providing the info of being what they call a 'level 4' surfer, I still surfed an 8ft foam board on the 1st day, when I preferred the requested 6ft hard one. Day 2 I got a 7ft foam board, which was ok, but... I believe even though there are multiple instructors, the groups are too big. And the mix n match of 'intermediates' becomes too complex for the instructors. I had a great time for a good price, but have a feeling the organization is becoming a victim of its own success. Still would recommend it for beginners and for camp goers.

The best bar in Potugeil!! Fritz and Björn are simply fantastic, the drinks are delicious, and they're both so laid-back 🥰 You can even get a drink on request, and you always have a smile on your face when you walk from the bar to the pool 🤭 Love you guys! ❤️

Great location, pool, relaxed atmosphere and cool people 👌🏼 Fritz and Björn's drinks selection is amazing. A great variety of drinks and expertly mixed 😍

This year was my first time at the Algarve Watersport camp in Lagos, and I'm sure I'll be back. The staff is very friendly, courteous, and helpful. The rooms and apartments are clean and nice. You immediately feel at home upon arrival. The breakfast and dinner buffets are world-class and hard to beat. Everything is freshly prepared, including various spreads like nut butter, hummus, and the like. I never would have expected such good food at a camp. There are also always delicious drinks at the bar. The activity planning is well coordinated and organized. The instructors are really good, and there's definitely plenty of fun to be had. All in all, I had an amazing time and look forward to seeing you again.

It was a great experience and can recommend to anybody by heart! Staff at the bar (Fritz & Björn) as well as the surf instructors (Emilio, Ansan, Andras, Alex, Noemi, Angel) were absolutely great! The food is absolutely amazing and thank you Peter and Sugar for all the great breakfasts and dinners! You feel always welcome and taken care of. Can recommend to anyone who travels alone or in groups! Great experience

Such a great experience! Great instructors! They all gave us super useful advice! Thanks a lot to Noemi, Alex, Angel, Emil and Ansan! We will come back for sure!

Really nice surfing experience! Ansan is a good instructor, also Neomi did a really good job, teaching me as a beginner. I can recommend!

Great surf camp with amazing food. The rooms are clean and modern. It was the first time standing for me on a surf board and I learned sooo much!! Would definitely recommend it to everyone. Special thanks to Ansan and Alex :)

Great surf camp! The food is incredible and the surf lessons are perfect to learn anything from how to read waves, surf rules and the actual sport of course. Loved the lesson with Ansan! I would definitely come back.

Food is Amazing everybody is nice and friendly! Would definitly recommend this Camp to my friends! Ansan and Alex especially Made Surfing easy :)

Ansan is great

The best surfclass we've had. In previous surf classes they just explained us how to stand up and then let us in the water and try for 2 hours, without paying much attention to what we did wrong or what we could improve. Whereas here we got a clear and thorough explanation before going into the water and very useful feedback every time we caught a wave. Angel is a great instructor! Thank you!

Fiammetta Battino

Sep 28, 2023

★★★★★

We attended 5 days of surfing classes with Algarve watersport as starters and it was amazing! Teachers are super nice, professional and patient bringing you in the best beaches of Algarve and also offering sessions at the sunrise and/or sunset. A special thank to Ansan for his super patient and smiling attitude and also to all other instructors (Angel, Alex, Andras, Emil, Mark etc.) I would for sure recommend to join them to leave an unforgettable experience!

Lindsay Ahrens

Sep 28, 2023

★★★★★

Great surf lesson. They take you out to different parts of Algarve. Ansal was super nice and patience teacher. Highly recommend

Great camp. Great crew!

Super, Angel and the rest of the team are awesome teachers!

Amazing Trip! Awesome Surfcamp with great food and nice people. I really enjoyed learning to surf. Angel, Alex and Emil were great instructors. I will come back!

We were at the Algarve Watersports Camp for a surf course in September. The Camp is really nice, with a beautiful community space to chill by the Pool, eat together with the other camp visitors or get extra theory lessons from the Coaches. The food was extraordinary with much love for Detail. The Surf instructors (we met Alex, Andras, Emil, Ansan, Noemi, Orlando) were really professional, always helpful and gave many good hints to every single student. It was an amazing experience and very impressive how fast you can make progress If you have good teachers. Also the theorey lesson and the video analysis were very helpful. The only sad thing about that was, that those were done after our last day of surfing, so we didn't have the chance to use the gained insights. We also did a sunrise SUP tour with Izak, where we had stunning views and a really good time! Absolutely worth every cent. The only thing which could be improved was the Appartement. It was nice and clean but quite old fashioned and the kitchen didn't have much equipment. Still 5 stars for this amazing experience. We will definitely come back next year.

Monika Florekova

Sep 20, 2023

★★★★★

I stayed for a whole week for surf camp and it was my best decision ever! Amazing accommodation with pool, lot of space to hang out and with delicious food (I am still dreaming about cakes). Instructors are very nice, calm and dedicated to teach you how to surf. Everything was perfect and I am 100 % sure, this wasn´t my last visit.

My second time at surf camp in the Algarve exceeded my expectations once again! Besides a world-class breakfast and dinner buffet, the camp boasts beautiful apartments and plenty of space to relax (pool, bar, lounge). The surf sessions were well-coordinated and professionally taught! All in all, a truly fantastic week with international interaction – I'd love to do it again :)

Karolina Wawrzynów

Sep 17, 2023

★★★★★

Ola! I do recommend this camp, yes! Special credits to those I had a pleasure to get to know a little better during my 2 weeks stay, being Piotr (Salt), Dominik (Sugar), Ania, Mateusz, Karolina - for tasty food experience every day😋 to start with good energy! Manuel, Orlando, Łukasz, Ansan and Izak for great learning experience in the water🙏 Gerard for useful tips over the table, Agnieszka for a smile and patience to drive us always on time🫶🏼 Fritz for his patience with us staying always longer than till 11😅 Last but not least busy Adam for helping me to get my first swimsuit foam from the wake shop for colder waters experience, so I can train all year round🤞 I hope I did not forget anyone, I’m really greaful I could meet so many kind and helpful people during my stay at the camp, including all of the Ladies from the office💕 Hope to see you soon☀️

Sören G.

Sep 15, 2023

★★★★★

This establishment is exceptionally appealing, exuding a delightful ambiance. The surfing experience is truly remarkable, and Angel, our surf instructor, excels in providing valuable guidance to beginners like ourselves, resulting in commendable progress for all participants. The culinary offerings are of exceptional quality, and the beverage selection, overseen by Fritz, a skilled mixologist, boasts a range of outstanding cocktails.

Great Place, delicious food, and nice people. The surf sessions were perfect for me, who started as a beginner and managed to catch a green wave completely on my own in the end. Special thanks to Fritz and his delicious gintonic for making every evening fun and eventful!

We had a great surfing instructor for our beginner class (I think his name s Emilio) very chill vibes ☺️

Lea We

Sep 11, 2023

★★★★★

Great surfcamp with awesome Food! The surfing was so much fun, no matter if beginner or advanced, the surf instructors responded to everyone individually! Especially Alex, Andras and Emil have remained in our minds! They have given the whole week so much effort! They were extremely attentive and patient with us! You have noticed that they have a lot of experience, from which we have benefited in the surf lessons very much! We will definitely come back and hope to be taught by the 3 again.

Two weeks couldn't have been better! 😊 The food is so delicious. Everyone at camp is incredibly kind and always ready to help. ✨ Extra activities like stand-up paddleboarding sessions and sunrise viewing are absolutely fantastic. We had our surf lessons with Ansan, Angle, Alex, Andras, Noemi, and Emil—all top-notch coaches! ✨ In the water, they give great tips, laugh with you, and are so happy when you catch a really good wave. Saskia, the tattoo artist, is amazing! 😍 I got a beautiful keepsake tattooed on my hand by her. Thank you so much! Thank you for the incredible two weeks! 💖 I'd love to come back again!

Amazing lesson

One of the best day i’ve ever had, its really worth to come here!!

Great place if you love watersport activities. The camp is great with friendly and helpful staff. They remain flexible if you want to change activities and the food buffet is home made, varied and changes every day. I really enjoyed my windsurfing lessons with Adam, he is a great instructor and super funny, I highly recommend him !

Great vacation, delicious food and amazing stuff members. Especially Adam is a funny guy and a very good windsurf instructor. Highly recommending.

We had 3 amazing windsurfing lessons here. Our instructors Rafal & Adam are great teachers. We would definitly come back. Windsurfing is a great sport and a lot of fun.

Casper Dijkstra

Sep 5, 2023

★★★★★

I had a great time improving my kiting skills at this school! Super relaxed atmosphere, amazing food, good vibes. Had lessons from Isaac and Orlando and highly recommend them. Gave very useful/adequate feedback and paid a lot of attention to me and my friend during the semi-private lessons

I highly recommend AWS. I booked the two-hour day course. The staff are friendly and helpful. My questions via email beforehand were answered promptly (some very positive feedback like "We're over the moon to inform you..." seems a bit exaggerated, but was definitely well-intentioned). The organization was good. And most importantly: I had a lot of fun with the course and it was really beneficial. (Advanced beginner probably best describes my level). The three instructors on site were friendly and competent. I worked especially with Ansan, who took special care of the newbies (as opposed to those who had already been there the previous days). He was super friendly and motivating, gave a good introduction (helpful, not too short, not too long), and then gave really good tips for practical use in the water. I would book another course immediately.

Günce Öztürk

Sep 3, 2023

★★★★★

Had the best time ever!! - despite switching to surf from kitesurf last min, surf turned out much more fun than I thought!! The instuctors really knew what they were doing - had a super informative and descriptive first session which helped me get a solid foundation. Highly recommended:)

Ceren Acar

Sep 3, 2023

★★★★★

Had the best time on my first surf class today! Can’t wait for tomorrow. We had both theory and practices from the first day and instructors were supportive

I had an amazing time at the camp. The camp is well organised and serves amazing breakfast + dinner (honestly some 5* hotels don't offer food this good). During my time there I tried both surfing and kite surfing and for both activities all the instructors I've interacted with were super knowledge and helpful! You will not regret picking this place for your next holiday!!

I had an amazing experience learning how to surf. The instructors were amazing. 100% would recommend. ❤️

Emanuel Bobst

Sep 1, 2023

★★★★★

Was really nice to start surfing with you! Ansen and Emilio did a great job.

I had a wonderful week at camp. Everything was perfectly organized. The whole team goes out of their way to ensure everyone has a fantastic time! I was there for windsurfing. Adam is a great surf instructor. He dedicated a lot of time to me, and I made tremendous progress throughout the week. I also met amazing people from all over the world! I will definitely be back! Thanks to the entire Algarvewatersport team! You're doing a fantastic job! 😍

Cool location, cool people, perfect memories of wonderful sporting activities and experiences in the Algarve

Kata Tari

Aug 23, 2023

★★★★★

Third time there and as unbelievable as it seemed it's always getting better and better! This place has everything: perfect afterparty breakfast thanks to Karolina but also amazing dinner from all around the world, confortable and clean rooms and lots of places to chill before or after your classes. Surf instructors are the best, András, Ansan, Emil, Angel, Noemi and Alex will make sure you have the time of your life on the boards, just let it go and enjoy. They will explain you all, taking into consideration your needs and adapt to every situation. I also highly recommend a massage from Mieke who just gets what you need.

Blaszczaczek

Aug 19, 2023

★★★★★

Great first class with Andras!

The atmosphere here is amazing. Lesson with instructor Andras was great!

Amelia Misztal

Aug 19, 2023

★★★★★

This place is like oaza, cool instructors, 1st lesson and I will definitely try again :))

Rafał Wieczerzak

Aug 19, 2023

★★★★★

Mega great place with a fantastic atmosphere, surfing lesson with Andres was the best of the best 💪🏻, I highly recommend it 😎😎🥰

Karlchen69

Aug 14, 2023

★★★★★

Did a surf course there with transfer to the beach, there was also a decision at short notice to have the better conditions, that was good. Our surf instructor was Alex, super competent, relaxed and symphonic guy, explained this to all of us, warmed us up properly and always made sure that everyone felt comfortable. The surfing worked out super well, we stood our first little beginner waves, thank you Alex for this experience!

Alexa Lee

Aug 13, 2023

★★★★★

This was our first time surfing— We had a blast! Alex and Noamy were great instructors. Highly recommend!!

Pascal

Aug 13, 2023

★★★★★

I had a nice week at this surf camp. Food was delicious and the camp offered a great place to meet awesome people. Thanks to ansan and emilion who teached me alot during my surf lessons although I hardly catched any waves. Me and my board were more like a pair of socks in the washing machine. Might come back to fine-tune these skills. Special thanks to lenny for his club recommendations and dance performances at the pool. He made this stay unique. Definitely need to meet him.. if you're English, he will find you! Xteeni Gang🤙

The Algarve Watersport Camp is a wonderful place for a holiday and surfing: The apartment was very comfortable and clean, the food healthy and delicious, the staff always open and friendly, and our surf course with Adam (the English man ;-)) was very effective and fun - so everything was great and thank you for the fantastic week!!!

Best surfcamp ever :) I am always happy to come back :)

We did a 3-day kitesurfing course here and had the best instructor (Itzak) anyone could ask for! Some of the instructors speak German, everyone is super friendly and helpful, and the vibe was simply amazing. Itzak was incredibly patient with us, explained everything perfectly, was always in a good mood, always made us feel comfortable, and with his tips, we even managed to ride our first few meters on day 3! Thanks to Itzak, we're so hooked that we definitely want to continue when we get back to Germany. The groups were also extremely small: there were four of us on day 1 and only two on the other two days. Simply an awesome surf school and wonderful people: OBRIGADA❤️

I was with my group, all of them had a lot of fun, instructors: Angelo, Emilio, Ansan, and Andras did great job. They were looking after people all time. Telling them advices how to improve. Wonderful experience

Really nice persons

Beat place to spend time

Awesome! We recommend it 😎

I liked it, cool guy

Best first surf lesson ever ❤️

Great time and lessons with the best Angelo, Emilio, Ansan, Andras! I recommend it very much!

Great experience. Highly recommend.

Thanks to Angel, Emilio, Andras and Asan, it was my first experience with surfing and it was more exciting than I could imagine.

Angel

Angel :)

Amazing class from Angel. Very clear personal instructions, made a lot of progress!

Angel helpt my very good step for step I understand it and I get a few waves thx you very Mutch

Paulina Bilińska

Jul 30, 2023

★★★★★

Today I fulfilled my surfing dream thanks to lessons at Algarve Watersport. Instructor Angel was helpful, friendly and motivating. Thank you, it wasn't our last time!

Super fun, amazing surf spot. Great instructors especially Angel. I didn't expect two hours to be so exhausting.

Wonderful place and wonderful people :) I really enjoyed learning kite surfing there I would definitely book it again Special props at my instructors Manuel, Izak and Gerardo and the bar with Saskia and Fritz <3

David Schmitz

Jul 28, 2023

★★★★★

Chaos, but endless fun. Greetings to Emil, Alex and the team from “Papa” 💪

Great! Ángel was a top-notch instructor. He was incredibly involved with us and made sure we enjoyed the experience at all times! We'll be back.

A fantastic experience! The staff is very attentive and friendly, especially Angel, our instructor, who was very nice and professional, always trying to bring out the best in everyone and maximize our abilities. We'll definitely be back!! 😊

A great experience with Ángel! He was very attentive, explaining the class to us, and helping us in the water the entire time. I highly recommend the school and the class with him.

Nuria miron martinez

Jul 27, 2023

★★★★★

A great experience and very professional! Thanks to Ángel who taught us with great patience!

Amazing experience at the camp, with incredibly friendly staff, instructors, and guests around! My 9-year-old son and I spent a week for surfing lessons. A big thank you to our instructors, Andreas and Anson: patient, professional, and super cool!!!

We did a surf session this morning. Great experience, great instructors, all 5 stars from the welcome to the warmup, the good advices and tips... Everything was great, thanks very much to that great team!

Jan van Berlo

Jul 21, 2023

★★★★★

Ansan and the rest of the team, thank you for this wonderful experience. Highly recommended!!!!

Ansan is a really nice surf teacher , i learnt how to turn on the board for the first time! And a very nice atmosfere un the center 😊

Yunus Nadir Tiren

Jul 18, 2023

★★★★★

Best surfing experience ever❤️🤘🌊

We had a great time at the Surf Camp and totally enjoyed our stay there! The breakfast and dinner were excellent every single day, the surf lessons were great – Angel, Ansan, Noemi, Emil and all the others are lovely people and they did a great job in teaching us how to start and improve with surfing! We also did a beach-cleanup with Noemi and are glad to help a little bit to protect the environment. We found many new friends at the surf camp and during the surf sessions and are looking forward to come back.

Spent a week her and had a great time learning to kite surf! Izak and Thomas were incredible instructors. Vibes at the camp site are great and the food was even better! Would recommend to anyone looking to learn a new water sport!

Great teacher for wing foiling: Orlando

Stern Christian Möller

Jul 14, 2023

★★★★★

It was so wonderful! The whole team was incredibly friendly, the food was amazing every day, highly recommended… you'll have a fantastic time ☺️ Special thanks to Emanuela, Saskia, Charly, Ewan, and Liv.

Nice watersport camp. I got some windsurf lessons. Adam was a great teacher.

Ollie

Jul 11, 2023

★★★★★

great feedback and help when we were sufring emilio, angel and alex all gave perfectly clear instructions and cheered us on when we caught a good wave

julianna horvath

Jul 10, 2023

★★★★★

Amazing experience, the guys are very chill and funny. We had the best spots & trainers to learn surfing from scratch. Standing on the board after 2 days already was an amazing experience. Big shout out to Alex, Andras and Angel.

I did the kite lesson for 5 days. It was amazing. The whole crew works very professional and structured. My kite instructor Izak did a great job. I've learned a lot and made great progress. The fun at it's self was never missing. Besides, I can truly recommend the accommodation. The Rooms, the Food, the Vibes and the sympathetic people around here made our stay unforgettable. Also a big shout out to Fritz. You mix the best drinks. Thanks! See you next time!

My brothers and I had a fantastic time here at Algarve Watersport. We were first warmly welcomed by Elisa, who showed us around the whole camp and was always on hand to answer any questions. I spend my first 2 Kite days with my coach Andy. He gave me a perfect insight into the Kite basics and Kite control. After that I had three wonderful Kite days with Manouk. She did an amazing job and taught me step by step to get a better controll and to manage the waterstart. Afterwards she gave me more very helpful tips for my first meters on the board. You could see her enthusiasm for the sport and coaching in every minute and I wish all other Kite students a coach like her. There are a lot of more Kite instructors like Izak, Gerardo, Lukasz, Jacob, Tomasz, Manuel, Orlando... were I also heard only the best from other students and to see them riding on the water after your lesson is just inspiring. Besides kiting, we were sweetened every day with excellent food and absolutely unbeatable drinks from Fritz the bar master. Definitely a must for every water sports enthusiast! We definitely will come back....

Amazing crew! If you want to learn kitesurfing, surfing, windsurfing, etc., this camp is a fantastic choice. The friendly atmosphere, the daily changing food (thanks @peter & Carolina), the great bar (thanks @fritz), and a huge thank you to the whole crew, and especially to my kite instructor Andy, who calmly guided me back to the starting position every time. I'll be back! 🤙🏽🏄🏼‍♂️🪁 ♥️ Cheers, Philipp

Best place for watersports in Algarve

Even if you are not staying at the camp you can book lessons. It was a great experience, the people are so nice and especially Emilio, Ansan and Alex helped me a lot when I surfed for the first time. They are great instructors and had so much patience with me. I will come back for sure. Thanks a lot guys.

I was a bit disappointed with this camp. I have been in several camps now and this has not been very satisfied. If there is no wind or waves they do not really have a back up plan or good alternatives to offer. The wake park smells and I would not want to wake in that water. One room in the camp even had bed milbes… this is not a good sign at all. The organization was not so good too, did not edit all the lists or mails or other info and if you do not respond quickly they become stressed out. The camp itself is nice, big, and has everything you need. Rooms were nice, food good but not enough, desert was mostly gone when you ate a bit later than the usual time but still in the dinner period. I was also missing the intimate part, introductions, welcoming drink, game night, or stuff to bond… the teachers were good and did a good job!

Great surf class! I took the beginner class and had a great time. I was able to get up on the board thanks to the great instructors ; Alex, Andres and Angel

THECOOMBSTWINS

Jun 30, 2023

★★★★★

This was genuinely an incredible trip. First off, the camp serves fantastic food - a different theme every night. The staff are so happy and helpful and go the extra mile to help you enjoy your stay. I did both kitesurfing and surfing. The instructors were professional, fun, kind and really challenged you to progress. Jacob, the lead kite instructor is a super cool guy, very calm and keeps everything in top order. He taught me at the start of the week and improved my upwind riding dramatically. Later in the week, I was introduced to jumping with Lukasz, a super cool guy with some very helpful tips. Also a special thanks to the team in the office working in the background to make this camp the wonderful place it truly is. Also FRITZ! THE BEST COCKTAIL MAKER IN THE ALGARVE. Always smiling too 😉 Cheers guys! See you soon 😁

Very nice accommodation with good food, and nice people. My kitesurfing instructure Manuel was very nice and patient. The Lagoon where you learn how to kite is very good for beginners with shallow water and nice wind. It was a unforgettable week!

If you're looking for a great camp in Lagos, I highly recommend it! This is my third time here. The people are great, the breakfast buffet is huge and there's something for everyone, there's a wide selection at dinner, and the kite instructors are very competent and cool (especially Manuel Litscher).

Great Kiteboarding lessons. Izak was very patient and very informative, also encouraging. The dorms were nice, but really hot inside on some nights. Food was always fresh and tasty, thanks to the cooks. Bar service from Fritz was really great.

Björn R.

Jun 30, 2023

★★★★★

Incredible Kitrsurfing Experience at Algarve Watersports! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had an amazing time at Algarve Watersports! Andy, my instructor, was incredibly patient and skilled. The spot was perfect, with great wind conditions and beautiful surroundings. The positive atmosphere among the staff and students made the experience even more enjoyable. I'll definitely be coming back for more kitrsurfing adventures. Highly recommended!

Great atmosphere created by all instructors, smiling and polite. I had the pleasure of working with Łukasz, who gained experience around the world. A very nice and professional guy. I recommend the whole school because in three days they taught me how to swim with a Kajt.

Perfect Camp! Amazing People, amazing Instructors, amazing food, soo much fun! guaranteed to come back!

Great place with super nice teachers. Emil did a great job with us!

Great place, great staff, but Emilio was the best

Was an amazing week. Love the Camp and the Kite spot. The whole team was amazing. Special thanks to Kite instructor Jacob who is a superb instructor.

This surfcamp is just awesome! There is breakfast and dinner, wich is really tasty. The volunteers and guest are very nice and fun. Additionally, the surf instructors were so helpful and taught everything so well. Especially Ansan is such a great teacher. We had so much fun! Also, Fritz is the best bartender.

Stayed here for a week of kite boarding lessons and had a fabulous time! My instructor Andy was amazing! Knowledgeable, patient, supportive and made learning a challenging activity a lot if fun! The facilities at the camp are straightforward and comfortable. I stayed un a semi private room. Breakfast and dinner are included. The meals are freshly prepared , ample, hearty and delicious! Always options for vegetarians and vegans as well.

I had the most amazing time at the camp! The house is so beautiful and warm, you feel like it is your second home. Everyone in the staff is incredibly friendly, welcoming, and kind, making sure you enjoy every second of your stay. The instructors are complete pros and really enjoy teaching and push you to get better every day! I learned so much in just the 10 days I was here. They know all the best spots for every sport and are passionate for what they do. The breakfast and dinners are simply incredible, healthy and sooo good! Every day something different. Thank you Manuel, Adam, Izak for the kitesurf lessons, English Adam for an incredibly fun windsurf lesson, Fritz for preparing the best basil gin, Elisa for the wonderful yoga lessons at the camp garden and all the staff that made my stay one to remember. If you are planning to book, do it, you will not regret it.

Amazing experience!! First time Kite surfing for me (and first time ever doing a water sport) and I cannot tell you how much FUN I had this week, how safe I felt with my instructors JJ and Andy and how much motivation I got!! The accommodation is gorgeous, amazing food, drinks, swimming pool, music and people 💜 couldn't recommend enough!

The surf lesson with Angel and Emilio was excellent! I highly recommend it!

Such a great (kite)surfing camp with a range of activities! The camp is really well set up - the office is really well organised, allowing you to chop and change between activities as you like (even if you booked a package). The food is great (I needed to learn some self restraint as you can go back for more many times!) and Fritz and Bjern the bar staff are really friendly and helpful. The kite learning experience could have been quite a bit better I think - I upgraded from group to semi-private lessons which means you get your own kite (definitely worth doing rather than sharing in group lessons), but was often paired with someone of a completely different standard which meant I had very little tuition from my instructor as they were focussing on the other person - on more than one occasion this was almost none but by this stage I was at least mostly up and riding a bit. All in all a pretty good trip though, where I made good friends and had a lot of fun - I would recommend and may well be back!

Max Schaffner

Jun 18, 2023

★★★★★

Had a great time and learned a lot. Angel was a great surf coach!

Erika Ankro

Jun 18, 2023

★★★★★

Highly recommended! Angel was our instructor and he was patient and super helpful. The beach is beautiful, the meeting location is awesome and overall it was a great experience.

We got angel as an instructor with a group of 5. He taught all of us super well and we had a great time. Seriously recommend.

Thanks for the ride, Isaac!

We were a group of 4 and did 3 days of surf lessons for beginners. For the first day we were with Ansan who was great fun and very professional, using the sand to help us visualise how we should catch a wave. His adorable puppy who loves to catch sand also joined us. For the other 2 days we had Alex pretty much all to ourselves. We made amazing progress, especially my friend who was already standing by the end of the 1st day, but all of us were catching waves by ourselves by the end of the second day (with Alex pointing out which waves were good and how far out we should go). I struggled a little with getting on the board still, but Alex was very patient and attentive. By the 3rd day we were just having great fun and chill vibes. All instructors and guests were very friendly and welcoming, with my brother even staying after to chill at the camp for a bit at the end of the day. We all now have a love for surfing and want to get back out into the ocean again :) *btw, we went in June, an thought the water was cold we didn’t feel it thanks to the wetsuits!

It was amazing! I did a 5-day surf course and was very happy. You could see progress every day, and the food was incredible! Delicious! Lots of vegetarian and vegan options too! Everything was super organized, and the surfer guys were really cool and friendly!

We were at the camp in May and had the pleasure of working with a young, dedicated, incredibly friendly, and professional crew. A huge thank you to Carolina and Adam for the fantastic surf lessons. I arrived disillusioned after some frustrating beginner experiences and was totally surprised by how well and quickly I learned with you. No frustration, just pure joy! Thank you, I will continue learning. Thanks also to the amazing kitchen crew. Breakfast from Anja and Matt and dinner from Sugar and Salt were anything but ordinary. Everything was fresh and homemade with love. And thank you to Fritz, Björn, and Shake, the best bar crew in the world. It was great having you there. You could easily rock the hottest clubs in town. Thanks also to Mark for the cool insider tips.

Had a great 3 days of surfing with Angel, Ansen, Alex, Emil, Andres absolutely wonderful people that encouraged us to have fun and be confident.

Awesome surf camp! Such a lovely place with great people, all of them: staff, instructors, and guests. One week of surf camp was just great. The atmosphere is really friendly and chill. Clean room, DELICIOUS, and FRESH food - you'll have new cuisine for each dinner during the week (what do you need more?), Chef knows his stuff. Surf Instructors are worth to be mentioned separately. During the week I learned from all of them. Andras, Alex, Angel, Ansan, Emil - is really great team. They were very patient, kind, and friendly every day, no matter what always watching for us and giving some hints/instructions during the lesson. I really enjoyed every minute of every surf session. I hope to come back soon. p.s. Ansan’s playlist is just great ;)

It was amazing!!! Andras, Emil and Ansan have done such a great job teaching us (Beginner level) to surf! The spot is beautiful.

Julia Tran

Jun 9, 2023

★★★★★

We had a great time with our surf lessons! The team of Anson, Angel, Emilio and Alex were fantastic instructors. They made the lesson super fun and were very attentive. The beaches we were taken to were beautiful and communication about details was excellent.

Had a great time in Lagos. Gigajoules of positife Energy. Girls at the office, Fritz at the bar, Piotr and Dominik at the kitchen, Lukas who learned me to kite, guys teaching tu surf... the all do great job and keep everyone in good mood. Hope to be back one day

Lisa Pohlmeier

May 31, 2023

★★★★★

Super chill camp vibes, food better than expected, incredibly friendly staff! I would have loved to stay another week. Absolutely wonderful! :)

Perfect surfcamp for beginners and advanced surfers! The surf instructors alex and alsan are also super nice and give everyone enough feedback to make it better. The food is always very good and Carolina makes the best carrot cake for breakfast!!

Amazing first surf experience! Excellent service, fun and motivating instructors (Emil & Alex).

Great location, clean rooms, and fantastic, friendly staff. The food was excellent and always freshly prepared. All the surf instructors I worked with were very attentive, friendly, and provided individual attention to each person. And that was despite having several people in the class… I would book this again in a heartbeat and highly recommend it!!!

A really cool place to stay, really cool people, it's easy to strike up conversations with other groups, and you can, for example, spend a week surfing at the surf school. You simply sign up and are then shuttled with the rest of the group to the beach where the best waves are breaking on that day and time. Definitely recommended! The staff is very relaxed and flexibly caters to the needs of the travelers. :-) Fritz does a fantastic job at the bar, mixing drinks to order, and the kitchen puts on a first-class buffet for breakfast and dinner. :-) The only criticism would be that you shouldn't expect a "hotel" in the traditional sense; the towels, etc., aren't changed during the week (though I suspect they are, if you ask). The doors are quite noisy, and if you're a light sleeper, the kitchen will wake you up at 6 a.m. with the mixers and other equipment running. But you can easily forgive that when you see the delicious breakfast. :-)

I spent a week at this surf camp and can wholeheartedly recommend it. The surf instructors Alex and Emil are simply fantastic.

Shaheen Lavie-Rouse

May 25, 2023

★★★★★

This is the best place to spend a week doing water sports, I came a second time! My main sport was windsurfing with Adam E (and the second Adam too!). Adam is super attentive and gives great tips, I learned to do a fancy heli tack super fast! I took an off day to go surfing with Emil, Alex, and Ansan. With their perfectly timed pushes it was so easy to catch the waves. The office staff keep everything so organized, thanks to Katie for helping me check in late and Celina for organizing all the classes. The food is amazing, the cooks Sugar and Salt are so talented and the food is both so healthy and tasty. Thanks again AWS!

I‘ve been to various surfcamps around the globe and AWS is above average. Great instructors and food, nice accommodations. Super fun miniramp for skaters at the wakepark nearby.

Chris

May 23, 2023

★★★★★

Great camp, fantastic team, and amazing food. With so many sports activities on offer, you'll be kept busy whatever the weather, and Lagos is within walking distance. Highly recommended.

Cool location, nice people, everything well organized. Great surf instructor, special thanks to Alex :-) See you!

*Authentic Surf Camp* Upon arrival, Kathi & Elisa give you a warm welcome, show you around the camp, and explain the basics. Carolina makes the best breakfast: scrambled eggs and croissants every morning, along with a rotating selection of pancakes, salmon, and cake. In the evenings, Dominik & Peter spoil you with a variety of culinary delights. There's something for everyone, with always a vegan or vegetarian option. Absolutely delicious! Thank you so much! Fritz & Björn round off the evenings with tasty cocktails or beer, and they were always happy to accommodate special requests. The surfing was fantastic, of course. Over the five days, Angel, Alex, Emil, and Ansan gave us tons of tips, and video analysis helped us correct our mistakes immediately. We booked two more weeks for September while we were there. Thanks to the whole team, and see you soon! :)

Absolutely recommended! I learned so much during the surf lessons, and everyone gave me personalized attention, which helped me improve so much. Thanks to Alex, Angel, Emil, and especially Ansan (Indian Aquaman). Plus, the food was simply amazing! Carolina, Dominik, and Peter surprised us with delicious meals every single day. Fritz and Björn always had the best drinks. The office staff were always there to help with any questions and went out of their way to make pretty much everything possible. It was an incredibly cool time, and I'll definitely be back! :)

A wonderfull first surfing experience! Thanks to Anson and Emil!!

A wonderful place! The food is fantastic, everyone is sure to find something they like, even vegans :) The instructors are professionals, each teaching differently, so everyone will feel what it's like to be on top of their game. Angel, Emil, and Ansen helped me with my first steps, and I've made progress thanks to Alex. It's worth coming back :)

Great experience! Special thanks to my surf instructor Emilio and Alex! Looking forward to seeing you guys again.

Maikel Terhoeve

Apr 23, 2023

★★★★★

Great place to stay and take lessons. I surfed for a week and made a lot of progress! Thanks Emilio, Ansan, Angel, and Alex 🤙

István Virág

Apr 17, 2023

★★★★★

I had a great time at the surfing lession with the guys. Emil, Angel and Adam gave me great tips how to ride the waves. I recommend this place!

Victor Castaño

Apr 16, 2023

★★★★★

Great atmosphere and a really good teacher. If you can, ask for Ángel (not to put down the others, but I improved a lot in one session thanks to him!).

Yesterday I had a great beginners lesson with Angel and Emilio 🏄‍♂️☀️ They are enthusiastic and very experienced coaches. Weather was perfect, waves were good, nice people and good surfing equipment was provided. All in all 10 out of 10 points here. Highly recommended! Thank you guys ♥️

I did surfing for the first time and I had a great experience! Our instructor, Angel, was very kind and helpful, making our experience even better.

We had a lovely surflesson, was our first one ever and everything was amazing. Our instructor Alex was really nice as well as the other crew! Would 10/10 recommend!

What a wonderful place!! The bungalows and pool, chill out area and everything is beautiful! The food super delicious and healthy. The staff super friendly and everything well organized. Katie the manager super sweet and amazing person. The surf teachers we had so far, Angel, Alex, Anselm…you just want to hug them! Super professional and a lot of fun! I learned a lot already. So all in all the perfect holiday place for kids and parents!! The only negative thing is…time passes to quickly here. If they manage to change that… HEAVEN ;)

The courses are super well organised. Perfect match between professional and chill! Would recommend 10/10. Can’t say much about the camp.

Great place with great staff! Stayed for a week with my school class, and had 4 amazing surf lessons with the best surf instructors: Alex, Angel, Emil, Bence and Ansan! They were really chill, funny and helpful and guided us from total newbies to green wave surfers. Angel also had a really interesting theory lesson about surfing, how to read wind- and wave forecasts, and how to behave at sea to not make local surfers upset;) The place itself was really nice, they had a large outside couch with room for the whole class which was super nice. The water in the pool was not heated, but I believe guests staying in the summer months and not in march will have no problem with the temperature. If I had to mention one thing in particular I was unhappy with, it has to be that they didn’t change the bathroom towels for a long time even though I asked. Nevertheless, I would really recommend the place, and especially the surf lessons.

Super professional instructors! We were taking a complete beginner course for surfing and Ansan managed to have us both standing up on the boards at the end of our first session. Also catched our very own first waves! Thank you so much, Ansan - super good vibes :)

Great experience with the people and especially the sports and instructors, Alex, Emil, Angel, Ansan and Bence! Big place to hang out and great pool. Only negative thing is that they could change the towels a little more often.

Ingvar Mjanger Rafteseth

Mar 29, 2023

★★★★☆

It was a nice place with nice people! We were 26 people who had an amazing experience 🤩 Emil, Angel, Alex and Ansan were really nice surf-instructors and teached us a lot. We also had a ride in the wakeboardpark with Bence which was super cool 😎

Theodor Bischler

Mar 29, 2023

★★★★★

Incredible place! Very beautiful and cozy, nice pool, and a nice and welcoming staff! The surf instructors were amazing and extremely willing to help us every step of the way; especially Ansan, Emil, Angel and Alex. Would definitely come back! Thank you for a very nice stay.

I took the beginner surfing course twice. Once with Angel and Anson, and the other time with Alex. It was a lot of fun, and the three steps were very helpful in finally being able to stand on a surfboard. The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly, and you could tell that each instructor was passionate about their work. Highly recommended! I would definitely take it again :)

We just had an amazing two hour surf lesson with Angel as instructor. All of us had a lot of fun, the atmosphere was great and Angel is a very good teacher :)

Great place. Angel and Emilio is definitely the instructors to pick for surfing. I have progressed so much in my surfing skills!

Great support for beginners. Angel was great instructor, I managed to stand-up and catch waves on my first day. Later Emilio was guiding us. By end of third day of surfing I managed to catch almost every wave. Great place to learn surf.

Tino Polsini

Feb 16, 2023

★★★★★

Angel was a great instructor and we went from complete beginners to standing up on the board regularly in only 2 hours.

Karolina Tomaszewska

Feb 12, 2023

★★★★★

We had an awesome first surf experience with Angel, he was patient, supportive and super focused on the two of us ☀️

Incredible place! Stayed during winter when they have the digital nomad set up. We stayed at one of the bungalows with the kitchenette. The place is very clean, has everything you need, it’s very homey and it’s in a great location. The staff is very helpful and always reply to any questions/requests very quickly. The people staying at the camp are awesome and very like minded so we had an amazing time. The facilities for work are great with fast wifi and many places to have work meetings. I would love to come back to this magical place. If you’re booking, make sure to stay as many nights as you possibly can as you wouldn’t want to leave!

Staff was friendly and communicated trip details well. Angel was our surf instructor for the second two days of our trip, and he was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and a great instructor that really took the time to break everything down for us as we had never surfed before. Would absolutely recommend.

I highly recommend the surf lessons! Emil was a cool and patient instructor. Communication and payment went smoothly 👍🏼

weronika oderkiewicz

Oct 26, 2022

★★★★★

Together with my friends I spend a wonderful week here ! 🌊 perfect surf lessons 🫶 very nice atmosphere on a camp 🍜 And last but not least - absolutly delicious food (Borys&Zola 🙌 the best)

I was on surf lessons, it was super profesional and i enjoyed it a lot!😊 I also stayed in camp for a breakfast and dinner. Borys and Zola and breakkie crew were amazing! Food was on the restaurant level. Everything there was on point. I hope to be back next year! Thanks ♥️

Cool place to practice water sports and meet people. Best surfing lessons with Alex and Angel, thanks to them, I made progress. Great food from Zola and Borys :). I will definitely come again!

I heartily recommend! Nice place full of great instructors like Angel or Alex. The best food from Borys and Zola gave strength to surf :)

Sergiusz Zurek

Oct 24, 2022

★★★★★

Best place in the world. Don't complain. Just have fun :)

It was an incredibly wonderful week at surf camp. The entire team is super friendly and helpful, and you can approach them with any question or concern. A special thank you goes to Leo, Andras, Emil, and Angel for the surf lessons! It was so much fun every single day, and I learned a tremendous amount from them. A big thank you also goes to Orlando for the theory lesson, where, in addition to surf theory, we also analyzed videos of ourselves. And last but not least, the excellent food in the mornings and evenings must be mentioned. It was a truly perfect stay, and I hope to enjoy many more vacations here! :)

Best surfcamp with best instructors & food I have ever been to. We surfed with Angel, Leo, Emil & Andras and they went above and beyond to teach us how to surf, how to read waves and most importantly how to have a good time on the water!

We were a group of 20 people at the camp for a week and had surf lessons every day. First, about the lessons: I was incredibly amazed at how good the instructors were! Angel, András, Emil, and Leo, in particular, took such great care of us and got each of us safely up on a board after just one day and riding in the green water after two. The best instructors ever!! And about the camp: it's not easy to coordinate so many people so well. But the guys and girls at Algarve Watersport did everything they could to ensure we were always at the beach at the same time, to arrange all the accommodations perfectly, to fulfill all our requests, and generally to always be there and take care of everything. A huge thank you to them! And last but not least: I've never had such amazing, varied, healthy, and delicious food on vacation.

Andre Mttnr

Oct 21, 2022

★★★★★

Best Surfcamp you could possibly join. Awesome instructors and beautiful beaches. Emil, Andras and Angel are so patient and give the right inputs to bring your surf the next level. Food and planning for sessions is on point. 10/10 would recommend and did already:)

I really enjoyed my stay at Algarve Watersport. The Surf Instructors Emil, Andersch, Leo, Angel, Orlando did a very good Job getting me on the board. Thanks you Guys. Beides surfing the accomodation ist great and the food even better. Looking Forward to next year!

This has been my third time in the camp. This camp is just awesome! The instructors are on another teaching level and super fun. Andras, Emil, Leo and Angel were absolutely amazing! The food was also delicious and they do everything in their power for you to have an awesome holiday. Thanks a lot!

Great place with friendly people and a relaxed courtyard. Pool, outdoor lounge, and training facilities with hammocks included. Everything is modern and beautifully set up. I felt especially well taken care of by the surf instructors: Emil, Angel, and András. They took plenty of time to teach me the surf basics perfectly. I will definitely be back.

I booked a five-day surf course with my husband with Algarve Watersport. To surf, we were always taken to breath-takingly beautiful beaches and within the surf lessons, the kind instructors gave really helpful tips. We never thought we would get so far with surfing! Because of the good instructions, we were able to surf some good waves and had a whole lot of fun! Thank you so much and see you again in our next surf trip!

Extremely recommended, we had an amazing time! We booked 5 days of the surf school and every single on of them was super enjoyable and fun. The people at the camp are very friendly and the instructors are all great, we learned way more surfing than we anticipated initially, all thanks to them. And the beaches they took us to are breath-takingly gorgeous. Hopefully we'll be back soon, thank you all for the fantastic time and introduction to a new hobby! :)

Perfect food(the best buffet I’ve ever seen) Various watersports available(they have wakepark, so you can have a wake if weather conditions aren’t good) Accommodation in dorms are ok - if bed and two bathrooms is all you need

I had a very nice time! A big thank you goes to Angel, Alex and Andres! You were great teachers!

The camp is very nice and clean. The staff is friendly, helpful and organised. Surf lessons with Andris, Angelo, Alex, Orlando, Leo and Emil were great and informative. Keep it up! I will miss it!

Best surfcamp I have been at so far. Excellent meals, good vibes, clean accompdation, super well organised! The surf instructors are very good, I truly enjoyed it and learned a lot! Only thing: The school only offers foamies for rent, if you are an intermediate rider and want more advanced boards, bring your own hardtop board. Thanky you!

My time there was fantastic; I enjoyed the facilities and the amenities provided by the staff. The surf lessons were amazing, and with Angel as the instructor, his advice made it an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended.

Dean Meehan

Sep 20, 2022

★★★★★

I didn't stay at the camp but took a single KiteSurfing lesson booked last minute that they managed to fit me in for a lesson with 2 other beginers (seriously) last minute! 🙌 The whole experence was great! Friendly staff, instructors, and students that made the day a rememberable one! I wounldn't hesitate to come back to stay at the camp for a week to continue learning!

K Kry

Sep 19, 2022

★★★★★

Great value for money, a real village of surfers 👌

Adrian Prędkiewicz

Sep 19, 2022

★★★★★

People from this school were really helpful. Training was professional and trainers with passion were helping everyone with surfing. Hardly recommend 🌊

We had a blast. Such a lovely place, nice waves, perfect food and also super nice people around. We definitely come back. THX 4 all Folks

Great atmosphere, gorgeous food. Kind n patient tuition for my first time.

Jessica Klein

Sep 12, 2022

★★★★★

All aspects of the stay were great…from the beautiful food buffet to the wide offer of really fun activities & flexibility of the camp organizers, the friendly staff members & stunning location … it was a very good experience I’d highly recommend. 🤙🏼 Jess

Marius Röderer

Sep 12, 2022

★★★★★

Great Team, very cool instructors and the food is just amazing.

Top notch accommodation, food, activities and instructors, literally something to do 24/7 in one of the sickest locations. The vibe at the camp is epic and everything is well organised. I'll be back for sure!

Ewa M

Sep 10, 2022

★★★★★

You wont be disappointed :)

Laurine Wattyn

Sep 8, 2022

★★★★★

We had a super nice surf class from Emilio yesterday, would 100% recommend 🏄🏽‍♀️🌊

Very nice camp in a good location with top surfing instructors.

Most visit - Absolutely awesome camp. Great vibes, food, water activities and instructors. If you're lucky, you will get Orlando as instructor for both surfing and or kiting. He is an incredibly talented, calm, patient instructor who also speaks excellent english. Couldn't recommend him more 👌🏻

The camp was super great, especially the people I got to know and the instructors emil, angle, alex, leo and andrás.

All my Surf instructor were really nice( Angel,Emil,Leo,andrew and Alex). They all explaind it really clearly. The Food in the Camp was awsome and all of the people in the Camp were really friendly

I stayed here for ten days and loved it. The food was really nice and all the surfinstructors (Angel, Emil, Alex, Andre and Leo) explained surfing really well and easy to understand.

A huge thank you to the Algarve Watersport team! We had a fantastic and unforgettable time at the camp! With so many great people, delicious food, a relaxed atmosphere, and perfect surfing conditions!! Everything was perfect! Definitely recommended!! A big thank you to the surf instructors Leo, Andres, Emil, and Angel!! You taught us so much! We had a great surfing experience. You were patient and, most importantly, motivating! Thank you, and see you next time :)

We took a day with a class and found it to be an excellent experience!

The kitesurfing camp can be described in one word: outstanding! I've stayed in many hostels in different countries, but this one was by far the best. The exterior was very welcoming and friendly, with nice benches and tables for meals, plenty of seating for socializing in the evenings, and hammocks for relaxing. The rooms and bathrooms were also clean and modern; even the curtains had been freshly replaced during my stay. What impressed me even more was the camp's excellent organization. You're always kept up-to-date via your smartphone, for example, whether surf lessons can take place given the current weather conditions or what activities are available and which ones you can sign up for. The hostel offers much more than just the activity you're there for. We, for instance, went on a cliff-jumping excursion. The camp is also conveniently located for exploring Lagos' restaurants and nightlife in the evenings. They left nothing to be desired. The food at the camp was simply fantastic as well. There was a different type of meal every evening (e.g., Italian or Greek night), and the food was prepared to restaurant standards. Breakfast was also excellent. Together with the incredibly friendly and helpful staff, it was an absolutely wonderful experience to be part of this camp for a week. Whether traveling solo or in a group, you can look forward to a truly fantastic time. Many of the visitors have already decided to return next year, and there were also many participants who had previously stayed with Algarve Watersports. I will be back too!

This surf (and kite, windsurfing, wingfoiling) camp is simply amazing. The staff goes to great lengths to ensure you have the best possible stay. The instructors are absolute pros and know when and where to go. I am amazed how much I learned in one week thanks to them. Most importantly, I am in awe by the generosity and kindness I experienced here. Rarely one meets such caring people. Having returned home, I can only feel love. I can’t wait to come back. The camp itself is spacious and invites you to relax and meet fellow explorers. Rooms are cleaned daily and beds are very comfortable. The chef there nails the breakfasts and dinners every day. There really isn’t anything more you could ask from a camp. Just go there. You will not regret it.

I had a fantastic week at the surf camp! Wonderful food, people, and kite sessions. I learned so much in just a few days and had so much fun on the water. I always felt safe and well looked after and would love to extend my stay here... Hope to see you next year. ☺️

The surf lessons themselves and our instructors on site get 5/5 stars! Leo and Andreas are incredibly patient, funny, and know exactly what they're doing. They motivate you and give great tips and instructions while surfing! We drove to various surf spots, some of which were about 45 minutes away from the surf school. This allowed us to see a lot of the western Algarve and its national parks. What didn't go quite smoothly, unfortunately, was the organization. For example, our question about where and if we could park our van at the school went unanswered. Since we booked externally (outside the camp), we also had the option of driving our own car to the spots and meeting up with the others there. We were supposed to receive the planned location the day before. Unfortunately, this didn't work well, and we sometimes didn't receive any feedback. Nevertheless, everything was great overall!

Sebastian Tacke

Aug 8, 2022

★★★★★

Cool surf school. Cool surf instructors. Everything was easy 😎 Would definitely go again 🎉

Omar Saad

Aug 2, 2022

★★★★★

The camp/villa is clean, well equipped and organized. The staff are friendly and helpful. The Windsurfing instructors, Adam & Adam, are professional, committed and very patient. I enjoyed my week long stay there and would definitely revisit it next year.

So it’s my last night here and what can I say….the food was excellent and the people really friendly. The whole camp has a really chilled vibe. I was kitesurfing and the instructors were really skilled, patient and helped me make good progress. I hope to come back next year.

Mareike P

Jul 29, 2022

★★★★★

great camp, relaxed people, super flexible team, always fresh and very tasty food, spacious and clean room, funny surf instructors Emil, Andras, Matteo and Engel, who explain everything very well, yoga lessons with Barbara in special and unforgettable places... you feel right at home. We'd love to come back.

The surfcamp is amazing! Clean, Healthy, friendly and the surf teachers are great Thanks for everything Recomended 100%

Paola E. Castellets

Jul 14, 2022

★★★★☆

We were looking for a surf camp where we could go as a family and where we could surf and windsurf, and we're thrilled with our choice. They were incredibly flexible with any unexpected situation, super attentive, and incredibly kind to help with anything we might need. That said, it's like being at an English language camp! The staff and the classes are all in English. If you surf and get Ángel as your instructor, you can consider yourself lucky, not only because of the language, but also because he's so charming. In general, all the surf instructors were fantastic with the kids and kept a close eye on them during the lessons, since they were with the adults. Regarding the accommodation, we stayed in a bungalow, which was actually a mini-loft, but even better than in the photos. Ours didn't have a kitchen or refrigerator, but since we had requested one with a refrigerator when we made the reservation, they bought and installed one for us on the Sunday we arrived. The same went for breakfast; we ordered Nesquik for the children, and they had it ready for breakfast the next day. Breakfast and dinner are very healthy and themed, and you can take them to your bungalow. If you need plates, cutlery, etc., you can get them at any time from the bar. Although it's mostly a young crowd, I think it's perfect for a family trip to spend a week with somewhat independent children (ours are 10 and 8), and we'd be delighted to return.

Kevin Softic

Jul 8, 2022

★★★★★

What a nice place! The team is really cool and welcoming, for some minor inconvinencies I was running late and even though they had to wait for me they were really understandable, sorry once again for waiting for me!!. Something that surprised me really much is that they look everyday where would be the best place to surf and take us on a ride to that specific spot, even long rides! So for me the price included much more than I expected. The instructor was really aproachable and took good care for each of us, they even divide you in groups depending on your level. I just had a 1 lesson day but they (and the sport) convinced me to come back specifically for a full week experience, they even offer a camp to sleep, hang out, just enjoy your day (they even have a pool)! Such easygoing and loving people. 10/10

Guyys!!! Great time, good organization, cozy place and sooo delicious food! Special greetings to Emil - patient and calm instructor and Andras - very motivating and breaking down barriers. I highly recommend everyone to come, even alone, you will find company on the spot! 🌴🏄‍♀️☀️ Shaka! 🧡

Fantastic place, amazing people, beautiful location, most wonderful time! A big thank you to surfing instructors (Emil, Mateo, Andrea and Angel) those guys teach so well and you can ride the waves in no time! Also massive thank you to Barbi (yoga instructor) for keeping our muscles loose and our vertebras in place! <3 Loved every minute here! Highly recommended!

had an amazing time here, went from not being able to do a waterstart to doing freestyle tricks such as starting from the sand, making toeside turns and doing crazy jumps all thanks to the sessions with Marcin. He was very professional, made me feel safe in the water, pushed me to make progress but always in a safe way. He was a fabulous instructor that I really can recommend to anyone, every morning I saw Marcin was my instructor I knew it was gonna be a amazing session The sessions were epic! Definitely recommend going here and giving it a try!

Insanely great experience. Ask for Leo. I had a lot of fun with him. He has a great way of teaching the sport. On the third day he got me on the board. Super fun. :)

I stayed at Algarve Watersports for 1 week. Food is amazing, nice place to meet other people and also lots of fun no-wind activities. Thank you Jumbles for helping me with my injured foot! Only one tip for staff: let people buy their coffee in the morning :) It feels a bit weird that only staffmembers can get coffee from the machine in the morning and guests only after 4pm

I have had an amazing week with my friends in the camp. It was my first time surfing. The instructors (Angel, Emil and Andras) were awesome. Relax dudes that teach you everything about surfing and how to catch the waves in a fun way. Also, the food in the camp is the best i had in a long time. Wished we stayed longer than a week....

I rented windsurf equipment for one day the staff was super friendly and helpful. Recommended for activities on the water !

Nice and friendly :)

Marton Jurak

Jun 7, 2022

★★★★★

Great team with great instructors. Doesnt matter I am going for Kite suring or surfing it is always a great time I spend there. Mateo Angel thanks for the last week, we really enjoyed it.

Jeff Schneider

Jun 7, 2022

★★★★★

Amazing place for solo travelers - great atmosphere at camp, with some of the best food I’ve had on my travels (lots of heathy options amd fun theme nights), and great instructors - Manouk and Zombi got me up on kite in 3 days…and it’s addictive! I’ll be back!

Great spot. U have to visit it in any way;)

Adela Jaworowska-Nowak

Jun 2, 2022

★★★★★

Great surfing experience, nice possitive people, delicious food and amazing chill vibe. Next time I will come for more then one week! :)

Marcin Nowak

Jun 2, 2022

★★★★★

I participated in the surf camp for one week with my fiancé and we had a blast. Amazing people, delicious food, good vibes, excellent surf lessons and so much more. I love this place and will definitely come back 🏄‍♂️💞

Bartek Zygmunt

Jun 2, 2022

★★★★★

I love this place. Great surfing course, nice people and amazing meals. I will go back in future for sure <3

Great vibe, amazing food and excellent instructors. Everything what you need from life you will get here 🌞 Highly recommend!

I am very pleased with the surfing lessons with instructors Mateusz and Angel. Thanks to their knowledge, experience and patience, I feel that I could make progress in surfing. I definitely recommend it.

Incredibile experience, and for a very reasonable price. I was an absolute beginner and in three days I got to (try to) ride green waves. Thanks a lot to my teachers: Angel, Matteo, and Emil. Kind, professional, funny and always supportive!

I had 3 days surfing class with Angel, Matteo and Emil. It was a lot of fun and I highly recommend them! Will be back for sure. Virginie

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May 29, 2022

★★★★★

Really nice. I came just for kite boarding here. But the camp offers much more than just this. I tried surfing, wake boarding ( behind the boot and cable ), sup, mounten biken and yoga )) perfect place who like to stay active in the holidays ;)

Everything was perfect, we had a great week and so much fun! The surfing lessons and spots were amazing, we learned a lot. The camp is very clean, the atmosphere is great and food super fresh and delicious!

Amazing hostel! Staff is super friendly and excellent surf instructors. The food is delicious :)

Louise Ting

May 23, 2022

★☆☆☆☆

Very disappointed with this organisation. We enquired if it would be possible to rent surfboards and get a transfer to the beach to go surfing as beginners. They said yes and informed us that they would text us with the details the day before. They then contacted us at 3:30pm the day before to say that there had been a mistake and they did not provide surf rental and transfer for beginners. Very frustrated as this left us no time to make alternative plans. They also did not say sorry and did not take responsibility for their error. Extremely poor customer service

Just great and funny...very friendly and competent coaches...

I and my girlfriend stayed at the camp for one week and it was an amazing experience! The food at the camp is delicious and the surf course is well organized in small groups so everyone is involved during the lessons and gets a lot of feedback. Thanks a lot to the whole AWS team!

Thanks for messing us about for 2 days of our holiday and clearly finding it amusing, better off booking else where as these guys are flaky and you closest you'll get to an apology is sorry not sorry. Adam was a great instructor though, just wish the customer service was up to par.

I have spent two days surfing with Angle. He is so nice and patient. I had a great experience!! And Motel is also very good. Had a wonderful experience!!

I booked 4 days of surfing class but could never attend. The reason is that they only confirm the time and place of the meet-up the night before (apparently can be anything between 8-11 o'clock depending on spot conditions). It ended up being 8 in the morning at the location of the camp here on google maps which is in some residential are outside lagos. You basically need a taxi to get there. This is extremely inconvenient if you are joining as a day guest and not as part of the camp. I can not speak about the quality of the instructors or equipment, but communications was sub-par and it is apparent they do not care for day guests and want you to join the camp. I ended up fortfiting the 20€ deposit and went with another surfschool which handled things much better.

Great experience! First, we were in contact with Irina for booking our activity who tried to make it as smooth as possible. Then, we went windsurfing with Adam Erdelyi. Not only was he a great instructor but he also took into account our needs and situation while trying to push us a bit forward. Can't wait to go back!

Great people and huge fun. First surfing ever, but not the last one for sure. Truly recommend.

Dávid Bóta

Dec 2, 2021

★★★★★

Lizi is the coolest

Katarzyna Jaklewicz

Nov 12, 2021

★★★★★

I've been to this place three times and I can't wait for the next trips. The camp is wonderfully organized. The office (thanks to Celina) helpful, cordial and competent. The surf instructors (Mateo, Angel, Anders - thanks) and kie instructors (Marcin and the rest of the team) are a huge plus of the place - competent, nice and always sharing their passion with joy and angelic patience. It is also necessary to mention the food, which is the best I have ever eaten, including five-star hotels! Seriously! The cook Boris is a miracle worker who makes Indian dishes as well as Italian ones, meaty and vegan - tasing delicious in all cases. The food is different every day, but always outstanding - this is the most appropriate word. In addition, it is adapted to the needs of vegetarians, vegans, people avoiding gluten and lactose. Great applause!

One of the greatest experiences I have had in a long time. I came here for kitesurfing lessons who were absolutely faboulus thanks to Adam and Jacob smiles. In these days, the wind did not always do its jobs and therefore could not always kitesurf. Fortunetaly the team would arrange other activities. I was able to also "learn" windsurf and surf! Which was a great experience since all teachers are super kind. The view at the surf spot I went is really worth a visit. Next to that the hostel felt very luxury. Over the days I slept in a spacious and clean dorm with other fun solo travelers. I guess a great environment attracts great people since after a week the other travelers felt like old friends. Sometimes I did feel that the showers were somewhat cold, but I guess the Wim Hof Method of cold showers should make you happier over the days. Finishing off with the food, every morning I had a great various breakfast and an extremely tasty dinner (pokebowls, hot pot and more). I want to thank the team for the good vibes and calming my crazy mom. Will be coming back for sure!

Laura Lara

Oct 18, 2021

★★★★★

This was my first surf camp. I am very pleased with the surf instructors. I learned a lot and I will definitely want to continue my surfing adventure. Moreover delicious and healthy food prepared by the best chefs Boris and Dominik! Thank you! Amazing experience!

Yeeah what and awesome Camp!! Thank you guys so much for a really too short week. Your welcome with bbq, all the good food, big and fresh choice of breakfast, smiles, joy and good vibes gave me a feeling like home. Great team, who always have an ear for you. The chilling, dining, pool area and terrace are cozy and clean where it’s nice to hang out with the other guests and have a chat. I can highly recommend the surfing !!! Now I want much more. The instructors András, Mateo and Angel are so patient, helpful (thanks for some rescues of waves) and really good teacher. I still listen 1, 2 3 and weight on the front :D. Thanks for a lot of fun and time for practicing surfing. Also the sunset yoga was an incredible experience, thanks Lizi! I can’t wait to come back :)

Great Food!!!! Exeptionel!

I spent an amazing week at the AWS camp. The food was delicious, the camp is very comfy and the windsurf instructors Adam and Marcin did a great job and were always motivated to help us improve. I definitely recommend to everyone who likes watersports and wants to spend a good time with nice people in a relaxed atmosphere. One week was way too short for me 😉 Thank you!!!

Steve Gallagher

Aug 6, 2021

★★★★★

So. signed up for 2 days of SUP Wave - fab experience. Marcin is an amazing instructor, just the best in my experience - full of really useful teaching without it seeming like teaching! The front office are super efficient and delightful. The camp is just perfect - the whole setup is so organised and the vibe is lovely. I'm lucky enough to live here and can see myself returning time and again to learn stuff with this amazing crew. Can't wait for the next time :)

We had a real great time at the camp. Right from the beginning we felt very welcome and everyone from the staff were friendly and helpful all the time so the atmosphere around the camp was just great. The bungalow we had was nice and cozy with enough space and our own kitchen. Also i really liked the chilling area in the camphouse, comfortably furnished and perfect to hang out. The teachers for the activities were really professional and supporting so even it didn't really work out for me with kiting i still had a lot of fun and trying other things like windsurfing and SUP was a great experience too. I loved the feeling of a community we had at the camp alongside the people we met during our stay. Walking out the bungalow in the morning felt always really nice because of it, you just knew you gonna meet this guys sitting there and you are going to spend a great day together. With this group it was special and i never experienced it like that before, so special thanks to them! Until next time and cheers from Switzerland, Claudio

A wonderful place. Positive people, delicious breakfasts and dinners <3 Thanks to them, I fell in love with surfing and kitesurfing. Thanks to Marcin for organizing the west coast tour, lunch on the cliffs, and sunrise SUP trip. I wholeheartedly recommend it, I will definitely be back :) I came back and didn't change my mind. Delicious and healthy food (thanks Borys, my stomach misses you 😜). Simona, always ready to help with any issue, and Angel, the most positive and chill surf instructor. Thanks guys❤️

Björn Teutriene

Jun 26, 2021

★★★★★

Thanks Adam for the awesome wind surfing lesson. We learned much more in this short period of time than we expected.

I loved my time in the camp. I came by myself and never felt lonely. The food, honestly, was sooo soo good, freshly cooked and prepared each day. The only thing in the camp I struggled with were the mattresses…too hard … sorry guys… I have been here to learn kiting and thanks to the instructors Andy, Leo and Lesmona I progressed faster than expected and felt all the time well looked after.

I'm thrilled and still get a smile on my face when I think back on my time there :) I planned my trip without great expectations, and my main focus was learning to kitesurf, while my accommodation was more of a secondary concern. Everything was perfect for me, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time there! From the clean and coolly furnished rooms (all recently renovated), the super delicious food (it never got boring), the entire team (especially Becca), to the surf courses and instructors (a big thank you to Carolin, who believed in me until the very end ;-) ), everything was almost perfect for me. However, if you're looking for the qualities of a four-star hotel, this is the wrong place, because everything is very relaxed and easy-going...and that's exactly what I wanted! Many thanks to the entire team!!! ...I'll be back, no question :)

I've taken many courses with this sailing school over the past few years. The instructors are always excellent, very good teachers, and patient. The school manages to create a great group atmosphere. I highly recommend it. The Alvor sailing area is reassuring for beginners but suffers from its popularity; it gets very crowded during peak season.

Had the best time of my life with the team! Awesome staff, chilled atmosphere and great surf! Definitely coming back!

It is my second time at AWS and it will definitly not be the last time. There is always nice people around, the teachers and staff are great and always helpful and the buffet in the morning and evening is the best! There is also a pool area where you can relax really nice when you need a break from surfing and a lot of Yoga programm. Simply love it :)

Marta Rożek

Oct 10, 2020

★★★★★

We had a great time with this school. We didn't sleep at the camp, just took lessons - windsurfing, surfing and a SUP tour. Everybody was super friendly, communication was extremely easy, groups were small and there was a great vibe overall. I will remember those first experiences on the board for a long time! Thank you :)

Katarzyna Kosieradzka

Sep 19, 2020

★★★★★

amazing windsurf classes with Marcin. highly recommended!

Experience at AWS surf camp has been amazing, you get professional and carefully planned surf and Kitesurf courses at great prices. In addition, not only the transport and other facilities are good, but also the social events / environment that they provide will leave travellers be you individual / in a group great memories. Highly recommended!

Bernardo Pires

Sep 1, 2020

★★☆☆☆

I was quite excited to try out this school given all the nice reviews, but unfortunately I did not have a good experience. I had a Windsurfing group "class". I had to quote class because in total I think I had about 5 minutes of actual class and the rest I was left to be on my own. The first hour the instructor Nico simply said "Go and feel the water". We kept going in this classical Windsurf line (one direction and back in the same one). Typically the teacher will give you feedback once you're back to where you started, but Nico simply went to Windsurf on his own. After this one hour I got some nice footwork feedback for a couple of minutes from Nico. This is exactly the kind of feedback I had expected but a lot more often. All the rest of the advice I got I had to directly ask Nico for it otherwise I would get nothing. The equipment also keeps getting smashed around in the Van while being driven there, so it's also not a big surprise that it's not in great condition. The driver was also not wearing a mask (yes, he did eat an apple during the drive, but the rest of the drive without eating was still done without one). Seems like this is a great Kitesurfing school but a below average Windsurfing school, unfortunately.

Adam is 👍

This summer I joined a few Kite Surfing classes with AWS. Since my friends joined another school I can tell this school is by far the best option. Why? - We had an excellent teacher Jakob: patient, enthusiastic, very clear and helpful - Good knowledge about the weather. We always arrived right when the wind was coming. My friends at another school often came at wrong times. - They had a boat to pick me up if I wasn't able to return - They had multiples kites and we often switched when the wind changed

Jorge SERRO

Jul 20, 2020

★★★★★

Very good windsurf learning experience.

Christian Afif

Jul 15, 2020

★★★★★

Gem in the heart of Lagos! 2 friends and I went to AWS not knowing what to expect, not only we had the best time but we met the incredible and welcoming crew, we learned how to kitesurf with the great Adam, made a bunch of friends... I really recommend AWS if you are looking to be part of laid back and professional community for a few days. Would go back asap.

AWS is the place to be! The staff is excellent, very friendly and make you feel at home. The food is beyond amazing both breakfast and diner! I was kite surfing with Adam, great teacher and very helpful. Shout out to JT and Lizzie for being on it and giving a hand in all situations. 10/10 would recommend and I will be back! Big love to the AWS family!!

Stefano Calabrese

Jul 13, 2020

★★★★★

I attended last week my first ever surf lessons and it was amazing!!! My instructor, Mateo, was always super professional and very kind, he was patient with me, as a truly beginner... After I was only attending surf lessons I decided to move to the Camp to stay all day long with such an amazing community of incredible people! Also yoga with Liz at the sunset and at the terrace in front of the ocean left me simply speechless... I will come back as I can!

What an experience! Great conditions to learn kitesurfing, my teacher learned me kitesurfing in 3 days! (thank you Adam)

AMAZING place and people!! Best holidays of my life!!

I booked 2 day windsurf lesson with this school. The equipment and the spot were good. However, the staff was unmotivated and the price is too high for what kind of service you get for that. The first hour of the lesson you are building the equipment yourself instead of spending this time windsurfing. I had a problem as i got into the strong current and teacher did not come to help me, so i had to self-rescue myself and walk back to the spot - for that i do not need to book a lesson!

Jacek Marek

Dec 22, 2019

★★★★★

Such a wonderful, wonderful people and amazing place. I spent the best week of the year there. Feels like home and tastes like home too :) I seriously was getting up for breakfast more than for surfing haha! You can be sure that you will learn how to surf and they will take care of your comfort. I will definitely be back next year. If you have doubts, don't hesitate any longer, I recommend it as much as I can. Thank you guys!

I spent five days there and I wish I could had stayed some more. The surf lessons were great, the instructers show you in a funny way, but aware to help you improve every day. The atmosphere in the house is also great, you can always find someone to talk to and the staff is so nice you feel like one of them. Oh, and the food was so good that I did never had dinner in the city.

Perfect :)

We had a fantastic week with CIOS Haarlem-Hoofddorp (elective surfing)! This was our first time at Algarve Watersports and definitely won't be our last. The accommodation was cozy and inviting, and we enjoyed delicious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. We also had motivating and enthusiastic instructors who provided challenges for all levels. Thanks to our hostess, Caro Caspers, we were taken to the most beautiful surf spots and had lessons in kiting, surfing, SUP, and yoga. In short, an educational and inspiring week that covered all the water sports skills. See you next year!

Silke Stigter

Oct 28, 2019

★★★★★

I had a wonderful week here! I had a week of overpowering with the surf crew I was with. It's a beautiful area with everything you need nearby! The crew is super friendly, sociable, and very flexible. The instructors are experienced and teach in a fun way. You can learn everything about kitesurfing and SUP here. And after every hard day's work in and on the water, a delicious dinner is waiting for you. I definitely recommend Algarve Water Sports!!!! You won't be disappointed🤙🤙

We stayed at the camp for 6 nights and booked for 5 days activity. The communication from the camp was very good and we were made to feel welcome/ at home from the moment we arrived. The crew are amazing and we had a great week. Unfortunately, we didn't have the right wind conditions for our activity for each day, but the crew arranged and ensure other activities we could do. It was great way to explore the surrounding area too. The food was fantastic! Breakfast and dinner. We also got upgraded to a bungalow from a double room, which was really nice. Overall, highly recommend the camp. Thank you very much

I went with my brother to have our first kite lessons and I can just highly recommend this kite school! We had great kite instructors and an awesome time at the camp.

Agnieszka Bociek

Sep 20, 2019

★★★★★

Lots of fun and funtastic surfing lesson. We did stand on a board on the first lesson, it was amaizing and we want more :) Don't think just do it and reserve a lesson ;)

Piotr Kowalczyk

Aug 1, 2019

★★★★★

Great place to learn any kind of water sports.

Djanet Fogagnolo

Jul 8, 2019

★★★★★

Helpful, friendly and very professional staff. Meticulous in theory and in practice. Thanks Guys, Cheers Dj

I spent a week with the guys here and it was just an awesome time. Kiting and surfing in the nice places, I learned a lot. Instructors are really skilled and u gonna have a good time after surfing with them. Accommodation has a style and chill atmosphere. U can use a poll and terrace. I was surprised how much food is prepared for breakfast and during the day on the beach. All so tasty. I felt like a part of the family not a stranger. Big big thanks and surfing here changed my life a lot.Thanks. ALOHA

Bartosz Kaczmarek

Jun 22, 2019

★★★★★

Amazing atmosphere, great instructors, the best food!

This place is just amazing. It's located in the outskirts of Lagos, so you can enjoy a peaceful environment but also, walking 20 mins you can reach the center of the town. The facilities and the staff are great, everyone's very friendly and cheer. Activities are great, we took SUP lessons with Martin (best instructor ever 😄) and also did some yoga on a lake, wakeboard and hiking. Every activity was well planned and fun!

We had three days of semi-private kitesurfing lessons. Our instructors were Benny and Luca, and they were both fantastic. They gave us great tips to help us progress to the next level, all with a lot of patience and calm. Thank you so much! 🙏🏻 The spot where we learned was also great: a lagoon with some shallow areas and some deep spots, and the current is not to be underestimated. I can definitely recommend this school! 🤗

Nice Place with nice Peoples ...

Me and my friends took one week course.Very good instructors, really friendly and helpful.

We had a really good time in the camp. The instructors did a great job and the food was amazing.

We had a perfect beginners surf lesson. Very friendly welcome! Great instructor! Delicious sandwiches 😋 It was soooo much fun! We are hooked :)

Demetriusz Wrazumichin

Dec 10, 2018

★★★★★

Time stops in here. I had a fealing it's my home and I don't want to leave. Great instructors that really want to teach you somoething usefull, freindly atmosphere, amazing food and beautifull city with an old architecture in the nearby. The kind of place that you dream of.

Awesome instructors; very fair place - they do not charge if the wind is too flat in the lagoon, half of the competitors take you out at 8 knots and explain that wind might pick up - you are charged but do not learn anything! Highly recommended!

Laca Babiczky

Sep 6, 2018

★★★★★

We spent a great 4 days there. I can't and don't want to find fault. Everything was impeccable, if you want to surf, eat and sleep well, be among good people, this is the place for you. The entire staff is 5*, it feels like you are at home with your friends. Nothing is impossible in this place. Thank you for everything!

Maggie Olson

Aug 20, 2018

★★★★★

My boyfriend and I went here twice: once for a wind surf lesson for him, and once for a SUP tour together. His wind surf instructor very kindly got out another board for me and let me paddle around the lagoon while they did his lesson, which was so nice! And our SUP tour in the caves was fantastic. I highly recommend the 7:00 a.m. tour. Yeah, it's early, but you'll get out there before everyone else and have the caves to yourself!

The kite rental was absolutely perfect and professional. From the initial inquiry to the equipment handover, including the briefing on the area and on-site assistance, everything was handled flawlessly. Very straightforward and pragmatic – exactly how it should be! The first day cost €80, subsequent days €60. A fantastic and motivated team! I highly recommend both the rental service and the lessons in the lagoon – it's a shallow water area – and I was able to observe the lessons firsthand. We drove there in our own car and simply followed the transport vans. If you found my review helpful/enjoyable, please give it a thumbs up. Thanks!

We were able to attend a one-day surf course at short notice and were very enthusiastic. Our teacher was very attentive and patient, so that we could already register first successes in the short time. The organisation was impeccable and on the whole everyone was very sympathetic.

This surfcamp is a place that you do not want to leave again - almost everybody extends its stay:-) You feel welcome like at home. The Staff is very friendly and has always a smile for you. The entire crew helps with advices and you never feel like bothering them. Jenci is a great cook and spoils you every evening (except Wednesdays and Saturdays, the sadest days because there's no Jenci-diner) with delicious food. Eli's the sunshine in the morning and prepars healthy breakfast with detox smoothies, porridge, eggs etc. that gives you the energy for the day and for your lessons of windsurf, kite, surf... Niko, windsurf instructor, knows a lot about this sport and knows how to teach it to you. With his calm but profound teaching methods you really learn fast and easy. Definitively a place to go and stay! You'll meet great people and have an unforgettable time enjoying your favourite sports!

Surfers paradise! This place has everything you need in order to have an amazing holidays and spend great time with great people. Nice spot, cozy and comfortable accommodation and very proffesional instructors. There's always action going on and I would definitely recommend it to any water sports lover and anyone that wants to experience something new:)

Karolis Pipiras

Jun 22, 2017

★★★★★

Super amazing food (Thanks to Jens), very friendly atmosphere, cozy accommodation and there is always activities going on, so I tried surfing, kitesurfing, SUP and wakeboarding. Thank you AWS team

Awesome place to spend your holidays. The camp is super comfortable, really cool instructors with a lot of know how, cool staff and nice food. Want to spent more time here! Just can recommend this place!

Niko

Jun 22, 2017

★★★★★

Chilliest place ever

Grate camp! Good vibes, excelents food, lovely people and awesome experience on every sport! 100% recomended!

My second home in Portugal. Every day a different watersport. Surfing, kitesurfing, windsurfing a d stand up paddeling. The instructors are really good and staff at the house is amazing. Coming ba k the 4th time this fall

Á. Gergő K. (keresgo)

Aug 27, 2016

★★★★★

Super fun place, friendly staff great food and well prepared instructors. Tried surf, wake, SUP, even kite surfing ! Also the beautiful Meia Praia is 5 min on foot. Recommended!

June Nardiello

Aug 19, 2016

★★★★★

Awesome camp with action all the time! Went surfing, mountainbiking and standup paddeling as well as the free yoga class with them. Food is also supernice and staff very friendly!

Daniel Hosenfeld

Aug 12, 2016

★★★★★

Happiness 🌊💨

Warm and friendly staff. A great team of Instructors, were always very patient and supportive. would go the extra mile to help tutor. The chefs always delivered amazing food time after time.Thoroughly enjoy my stay.