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Great location to learn...
Great location to learn to surf. First time for us, but great explanations and help from the friendly instructors.
Surf Lessons at Arpoador in Ipanema
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 10min
- Price from
- $33 / person
- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 26 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Surf Matrix School
- Meeting point
- We will meet at Arpoador Beach, in Ipanema, at the yellow tent (Surf Matrix). We will try to contact the students before the class. If we are unable to do so, please go directly to the yellow tent.
Description
In this experience, you will surf at Arpoador Beach, in Ipanema, choosing the best conditions of the day for your level. We will start with theoretical and practical instructions on the sand, covering the position on the board, paddling, dropping and safety rules. Then, we will go to the sea to apply what we have learned. Arpoador Beach is famous for its consistent waves and spectacular views of the sunset, making the experience even more special. Get ready to have fun, learn and enjoy the natural beauty of Rio de Janeiro!
Tour Options
What's included
Included
All necessary equipment for your safety during class.
Not included
Private transportation
Lunch
Traveller Ratings
4.7
26 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Surf Lessons at Arpoador in Ipanema take?
Surf Lessons at Arpoador in Ipanema lasts about 1h 10min.
How much does Surf Lessons at Arpoador in Ipanema cost?
Prices start at $33 per person for this Rio de Janeiro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Surf Lessons at Arpoador in Ipanema for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will meet at Arpoador Beach, in Ipanema, at the yellow tent (Surf Matrix). We will try to contact the students before the class. If we are unable to do so, please go directly to the yellow tent. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Surf Lessons at Arpoador in Ipanema offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(26)
P
I had a beautiful experience in Rio.
My son and I had this experience for the first time, and the class was super fun and didactic.
Operator response
Obrigado pela avaliação.
B
Първият ни урок
We had our first family experience, and the lesson was so much fun. The water was beautiful, the sea conditions were perfect, and the instructors were very attentive and gave everyone plenty of attention.
Operator response
Thanks for the review.
J
Too many people in our group
I was so excited to do this activity because I’ve always wanted to surf. The biggest issue I had is that I was told there would be 8 people in our group and 3 instructors but there ended up being 13 people. There was no clear guidance or instruction when we actually got in the water. It’s impossible for 3 instructors to safely watch and help 13 people. I spent majority of my time in the water alone waiting on an instructor to come to me and help me catch a wave. We also had random instructors from other surf schools helping us because our instructors were occupied with other people from the class. Also, when a surfable wave is coming, we’re told to paddle and then the surfboard is pushed but I had no idea how long to paddle for or when I should actually standup to surf. My cousin isn’t a strong swimmer and she told the instructor that multiple times and she was barely paid any attention, which felt dangerous. She also had a random surfer stay with her to help which was extremely kind on their part, but not what she paid for. I think one the class has alot of potential if we would have actually stuck to the group limit.
Operator response
Agradecemos o seu feedback e entendemos a sua colocação, porém gostaríamos de esclarecer alguns pontos importantes. No dia da aula havia 13 alunos e 5 instrutores na água, número compatível com a dinâmica de aulas em grupo. Todas as orientações foram explicadas antes da entrada no mar pelo instrutor Rafael, incluindo como remar, quando subir na prancha e os procedimentos de segurança. Durante a atividade, também foram dados comandos verbais na água para auxiliar os alunos no momento correto. Em relação à sua prima, justamente por ela informar que não era uma nadadora forte, foi chamado um instrutor adicional para dar suporte específico a ela, priorizando a segurança. O fato de outros instrutores presentes na área ajudarem também faz parte do ambiente colaborativo entre escolas na praia e não representa falta de assistência. Sobre a sua experiência individual, percebemos que houve bastante dificuldade em manter o equilíbrio e subir na prancha apesar de está em. Uma 9.0 Boat (Uma prancha grande), algo comum para iniciantes, principalmente na primeira aula. Ainda assim, toda a equipe estava disponível para auxiliar dentro da dinâmica proposta. De qualquer forma, levamos seu comentário em consideração e estamos sempre buscando melhorar nossa organização e comunicação para oferecer a melhor experiência possível aos nossos alunos. Os demais alunos aproveitaram a aula e nos deram feedbacks positivos sobre a experiência. Lamentamos que a sua experiência não tenha sido da mesma forma. Agradecemos pela avaliação.
M
Perfect, super explained...
Perfect, super explained and had a lot of fun doing it. Definitely a must-do. I didn't think it would give me so much pleasure.
Operator response
Thanks for the review.
V
So good you’ll be back over and over!
My boyfriend and I booked this for our recent trip to Rio. Both of us love to surf, but it had been years since we’d been out on a board. The instructors are phenomenal! They ensure you have 1:1 feedback and the utmost safety of all surfers. We had such a fun experience we booked this again for the next day! Only wish we were in Rio longer to go surfing with them again :)
Operator response
Thanks for the review.
A
Great experience!
It was really great! The instructor explained it in a way everyone could understand. Might be my favorite activity in Rio de Janeiro. Again a big thanks to the instructor. He really mad it fun.
Operator response
Thanks for the review.
P
Let's catch some waves 🌊
Hell yeah. I loved it . Instructor was super educated and focused on safety. Felt awesome. Had so much fun.Obrigado🤙❤️🌊
Operator response
Thanks for the review.
G
We had a class that wasn't scheduled.
We were walking on the beach when a boy offered a surf class. We had never surfed before, but we topped up — and it was amazing! The class was super fun and we liked too much!
Operator response
Que demais ler isso! 🤙 Ficamos muito felizes que tenham topado a primeira experiência no surfe com a gente e que tenha sido tão divertida. Esperamos ver vocês novamente no mar para pegar mais ondas juntos! 🌊🏄♂️
E
It was kind of a rough...
It was kind of a rough day for waves but the instructors were so patient and nice. We had a blast trying it out!
Operator response
Realmente foi um dia desafiador, mas vocês mostraram muita persistência e não desistiram fácil. Parabéns pelo esforço!
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