INSTRUCTORS in Rio de janeiro – Brazil
Meet Our High-Performance Instructors
Experienced coaches who analyze your stance and wave-reading abilities to accelerate your progress. Specialized coaches trained in adaptive surfing, ensuring patience, accessibility, and fun for absolutely everyone.
- Instructors at Rio de Janeiro – Brazil
Anderson da Silva
I have been an instructor at Arpoador for over 15 years. I started as an instructor with the Cantagalo project, and I currently also run a surf school—Anderson Surf Class. Specializes in progression-focused lessons.
Jefferson Cardin
Big-wave surfer with over 30 years of experience, having surfed in Hawaii, Peru, Chile, Mexico, California, Indonesia, and along the entire Brazilian coast. Specializes in progression-focused lessons.
Lucila Hernandéz
Hi, I’m Lucila from Argentina. I am a surf instructor, lifeguard, and nurse. I love sharing the sport with passion, professionalism, and a focus on safety for those who want to experience it.
Maitê Ortega
Surfer with a passion for the ocean and marine sciences—particularly nautical activities, scuba diving, and sailing. I began my journey as a surf instructor for a social project in 2005 dedicated to transforming lives through surfing.
Pedro Cunha
Physical education graduate, former professional surfer, and coach for the TBC Surfboards team, with 37 domestic and international surf trips and 30 years of experience as a surf instructor.
Coming Soon
We are constantly working to expand our network of instructors and locations for your lessons. We will soon be adding new instructors at various beaches around the world. Stay tuned so you don’t miss the latest updates.
What to expect
From arrival to your final ride, we keep every lesson organized, encouraging, and focused on steady progress.
01
Meet your coach
Check in, get fitted for gear, and talk through goals, comfort level, and ocean conditions before heading out.
02
Learn on the sand
Practice stance, safety, and timing on shore so you feel prepared before entering the water.
Supportive, patient, and fun lessons help every surfer feel welcome and ready to improve.
03
Train in the water
Work on paddling, balance, takeoffs, and wave selection with real-time feedback from your instructor.
04
Leave with progress
Finish with practical tips and next-step guidance so you know exactly how to keep building your skills.
Why Surfing 4 All
Coaching that meets you where you are
