🌊 From Zero to Your First Wave — Bodyboard in the Azores 🌊
Experiences and lessons from 40€
~ São Miguel island ~ All levels ~ Equipment included ~ Unforgettable moments ~ Professional bodyboard instructor
~ Multiple Azores champion ~Top 5 Portugal ~ Over 20 years of experience
Bodyboard Experience - From 40€
First time on a bodyboard? In the ocean? This experience is made for you.
Join us for a fun, safe and unforgettable introduction to waves and bodyboarding in the beautiful waters of the Azores. With professional, friendly guidance and the perfect waves, you’ll be riding and smiling at your first ride.
All equipment provided (Board + wetsuits + swim fins (optional))
Insurance included
90 minute lesson
5-6 students per experience - 1 experienced certified bodyboarding instructor
Availability for private or group lessons
Price per person
Bodyboard Lesson - From 40€
Looking to improve your skills in the water?
Designed for bodyboarders who already have some ocean experience and want to take their riding to the next level.
Professional coaching adapted to your level
Learn how to read the ocean and improve different tricks
90 minute lesson
5-6 students per lesson - 1 experienced certified bodyboard coach
Insurance included per person
Private or group lessons
Price per person
Bodyboard for Kids - Family group from 100€
For young ocean explorers who love fun and adventure!
Our kids sessions are designed to introduce bodyboarding in a safe, playful and exciting way. Close supervision and lots of encouragement, kids will learn to ride waves while building confidence in the ocean.
2-6 students- 1 experienced certified bodyboard coach
90 minute lesson
All material needed fully provided
Insurance included per person
Only family private lesson
Bodyboard Guiding - From 110€
Aiming to be in the right wave spot at the right time?
Join our premium local guide for an unforgettable adventure hunting the best uncrowded spots on São Miguel—perfect drops, epic waves with insider knowledge in one of Europe's most pristine ocean playgrounds.
180 minute Guiding
Experienced bodyboarders only
1 bodyboard session
Spot chosen within the best conditions for the day (best wind, swell direction and tide)
Insurance included per person
Limited spots
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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We offer private and group bodyboard lessons for all levels: complete beginners (experience), intermediate and advanced improvement (lesson). We also do multi-lesson packs, weekend workshops Bodyboard Guides and photo/video sessions on some lessons.
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Passionate, certified instructors with over 20 years of bodyboard experience
Guaranteed numerous waves ridden
Very small groups (max 5–6 students per instructor) for personalized attention
100% focused on bodyboard
Daily spot selection for the best conditions matching your level
Fun, relaxed, and safe vibe — we want you to ride waves with a big smile!
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WhatsApp: +351 913181691
Instagram: @oceanflowazores
Email: rodrigo.rijo@gmail.com
We usually reply in under 30min during day time.
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No need for the experience lesson . You should be minimum comfortable and feel okay in the water. You don’t need to be an expert swimmer.
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Just bring swimwear, towel, sunscreen, water/drink, and good vibes! We provide everything else: bodyboard, fins, wetsuit (if needed), and leash
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Yes! We run lots of family sessions and kids/junior groups. Kids' classes are even smaller and more playful, with games to learn while having a blast.
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Not at all for most people! Beginners usually catch and ride waves successfully within the first session. It's more accessible and safer than regular surfing because you don't need to pop up — just paddle, catch, ride it out safely and enjoy. With our experience and instruction, you'll see quick progress and have tons of fun from day one.
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Generally spring through fall for consistent swells and warmer water (up to 25 degrees celsius). Summer (June-September) is great for beginners (smaller waves, more sun), while winter can bring bigger, more exciting waves for intermediates. We adapt to the conditions year-round — just check with us for your dates!
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Yes, 100%! Many surfers love bodyboarding and many people do both! As a fun alternative or to improve wave-reading skills. We tailor lessons to your experience — focusing on drops, spins, and tube-riding techniques that transfer well from surfing.
ABOUT US
“At OceanFlow, it’s not just about learning how to bodyboard — it’s about experiencing the ocean in a real, unforgettable way.
Whether it’s your first time in the water or you’re looking to improve your skills, every session is designed to help you feel confident, safe, and fully connected to the waves.
You won’t be just another person in a big group. We keep things personal, choosing the best spot each day based on conditions, so you get the most out of your time in the ocean - Our students catch their first wave in the very first session.
Imagine catching your first wave, feeling the power of the Atlantic, and sharing that moment with people who truly love what they do — that’s what OceanFlow is all about.
Guided by a local professional bodyboarder who knows these waves inside out you’ll progress faster, feel more comfortable in the water, and most importantly, have fun from the very first moment.
This isn’t just a lesson — it’s the moment you’ll remember from your trip to the Azores.”
- Rodrigo Rijo, founder and head coach of OceanFlow Bodyboard Club
We’re thrilled you’re here and can’t wait to share an unforgettable moment with you in the ocean!
We offer classes every week all year round — whether you’re looking for a single or more lessons.
Reach out using the form below. We’re more than happy to answer any questions and help you get started.
See you in the water soon!
Moved by passion
🇵🇹 (+351) 91 31 81 691 📲
📩 Rodrigo.rijo@gmail.com
