Is there surfing in portugual and is it hard to pick up??

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Is there surfing in portugual and is it hard to pick up??

Answer 1

Dude i dont know? but ill tell u what i do know. . . theres a lot of surfing done in France. . . but i think that in some places surfing should be possible. . .  it wont be hawaii. . .

Answer 2

surfline lists a few nice breaks there. I know that surfing is very popular in Spain, so I'm sure there are good spots with surfing communities.

http://www.surfline.com/travel/index.cfm...

Surfing is an ocean sport, to do it right, you have to be at home in the ocean, with its currents, rips, undertows and sometimes big waves. I don't just mean being good at swimming in a pool, the ocean can be very unforgiving. I have seen lots of really good pool swimmers have to get rescued. You have to learn surf etiquette (so the experienced surfers in the line up don't want to drown you), how to paddle and take off on a wave, and how to ride a wave.

Lessons are usually the best way to start, unless you are an adolescent or young adult with lots of pals who surf who can teach you. Go to a real surf shop. The folks there can hook you up with lessons, and even rent you a board to learn on. Just work on your basics, and after you feel good, think about buying a board, but don't rush into anything.

Good luck. I have been surfing since 1966. Once you try surfing (and learn the 'right way') you'll have fun for life.