Your home from home - Arrifana Surf Lodge Portugal

A little more about your hosts and instructors 🙂

Their story… Sarah & Aldo met each other in the UK at the popular surfing destination Newquay. Aldo taught Sarah how to surf and she fell instantly in love with it. They decided they wanted to make surfing their life.

They decided to set up a surf camp but knew they wanted to head somewhere warmer and wanted a new adventure. So in 2006 they bought a camper van and travelled the entire west cost of Europe to find the perfect surf spot surfing all along the way.

When they arrived at Arrifana they knew they had struck gold. The beach was uncrowded the waves were pumping and the weather was hot. They opened the surf lodge in the Summer of 2007 and have never looked back. Aldo is a great and passionate surf coach and Sarah inspired by her love of food offers hearty homemade meals to the hungry surfers for which people return back for again and again.

Your Host and Surf Instructor - Aldo

One of the founder’s and the head instructor at Arrifana Surf Lodge. Aldo was born in South Africa and has been surfing for over 17 years. Aldo is also an experienced surf instructor with a Level 2 surfing degree from the International Surf Association and the Portuguese Surfing Federation. Aldo is also a trained & qualified life Guard. He understands the importance of good instructing and you will always see him in the water with his pupils pushing students onto waves and yelling plenty of encouragement!!! When not on the beach you will see Aldo at his favourite place …the braai (BBQ)!! If you stay at the lodge you will be guaranteed to have tried Aldo’s scrumptious delights from the grill!!!

Your Hostess - Sarah

If you want to be a guest at Arrifana Surf Lodge then Sarah is who you will need to speak to!! Sarah is in charge of the bookings, administration, and is always more than happy to answer any questions you might have!! Sarah was originally born in Newquay, England but spent most of her life in Florida as she moved to the USA when she was just eight. Sarah’s passion is food!!! Not only does she organize all your booking details but she is also in charge of all the great home cooked meals!! If you need anything to make your stay more enjoyable or have any questions during your stay, Sarah is the person to ask!!

Your Surf Instructors

Ibon Balsebere

GiANLUCA

Your Yoga Instructor

SIMONA

Certified yoga instructor in Ashtanga/Vinyasa and Yin Yoga + Yoga Nidra

Feel the refreshing energy of morning flows and the calming atmosphere of gentle Yin and restorative classes in the afternoon. Join Simona in her classes to refine your surfing skills through sessions designed to enhance strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance. Immerse yourself in the synergy of yoga and surfing for a complete experience, bringing relaxation and mindfulness to boost your overall well-being.

Your Photographer

JON BARRA

Jon Barra our always smiling surf photographer, who is always happy and ready to capture surfing moments for your memory.

A piece of your holiday to take home with you. He will spend time with you on the beach and in the water.

He has more than 20 years experience in surf photography.

You can pre order his services with the package.

YOUR ADMIN

Kat

A passionate Surfer herself, Kat will help you with your booking and questions before, during and after your stay.