MEET THE TEAM
Portimão Surf Clube

PTMSC

Our team includes national champions in surfing, long-time bodyboard veterans, and skate mentors who live and breathe board sports. From tiny new surfers at Praia da Rocha to competitive bodyboarders mastering the Vau “BB VAU Challenge”, to eager young skaters rolling daily on our mini ramp – each member plays a part.  

Here’s what our team brings

Surf: Led by our founder and sport director Francisco Canelas, national surf champion, we deliver high-quality surf education. Our lessons range from beginners to competition training, on both Praia da Rocha and Costa Vicentina.  

Bodyboard: Under the guidance of Filipe Costa and Sandro Nobrega – both deeply experienced in the sport – our academy blends functional training, technique, competition prep, and safety. They also oversee iconic events and support athletes growing through regional and national ranks.  

Skate: Daniel Peixoto leads the skate training for all ages (starting as young as 5). We support our skaters with infrastructure (our beach mini ramp), safety, equipment, and frequent events. Our skate squad is rooted in promoting the sport both recreationally and competitively.   

Get to know the faces who guide, teach and inspire — the coaches, the athletes, the founders — each committed to pushing limits, sharing waves, encouraging smooth rides on decks, and building community in and out of the water.