Surfing & bodyboarding · Eastern Algarve

AMAR Surfing Academia

AMAR Surfing Academia teaches surf and bodyboard at Praia de Faro, with a beachfront base on Avenida Nascente. It is a useful local contact for visitors staying in Faro who want to organise a coached session on the barrier-island coast.

Praia de Faro
The Arco da Vila gateway in Faro
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What to expect

AMAR Surfing Academia operates at Praia de Faro, on the coast south of Faro city. Its surf and bodyboard activities are identified by the University of the Algarve, which lists the school as a local sporting partner. The published base is Avenida Nascente 130 on the beach settlement, rather than a departure point in the historic centre or marina.

Contact the school to describe your experience and ask which surf or bodyboard session is suitable for your party. Confirm the lesson meeting point, equipment arrangements and any age requirements before heading out to the beach. Praia de Faro is connected to the mainland by a bridge, so allow time to reach the beach settlement from Faro city and use the agreed school address when planning the journey.

Also known as
AMAR Surf School

Planning your visit

  • Ask specifically for surf or bodyboard tuition when enquiring.
  • Confirm lesson availability, the equipment supplied and the meeting arrangements with the school.
  • The university partner page identifies Avenida Nascente 130, Praia de Faro as the activity base.

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