Instructor

Pedro Bastos Cunha

Coordinator and owner of the Escola Carioca de Surf, a 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.

Lesson Types

Choose the right lesson

Our coaching is designed to meet surfers where they are, with clear instruction, supportive pacing, and plenty of time in the water.

  • Private Lessons

    Learn ocean awareness, pop-up basics, paddling, and safe board handling in a welcoming environment built for first-time surfers.

    Rio de Janeiro – 90 mins – All Equipment Included

    from R$ 180 per person

  • Group Lessons

    Share the experience with a fun group lesson that helps kids and adults learn together with age-appropriate instruction.

    Rio de Janeiro – 90 mins – All Equipment Included

    from R$ 165 per person

  • Progression Coach

    Get one-on-one guidance focused on technique, wave reading, turning, and confidence building at your own pace.

    Rio de Janeiro – 90 mins – All Equipment Included

    from R$ 300 per person

Coaching that meets you where you are

  • Instructor Levels

    Beginner (First-timers / Whitewater), Intermediate (Open ocean / Green waves), Advanced (Coaching / Maneuvers), Kids (Under 12)

  • Beaches

    Barra da Tijuca Beach, Recreio Beach

  • Equipaments Included

    Surf Boards, Leash / Wax

  • Certificates/Licenses

    CREF – 013207-P/RJ

  • Instructor Informations

    Experience: More than 30 years
    Languages: Spanish, Portuguese
    Location: Rio de Janeiro – Brazil

Pedro Bastos Cunha