Sea Krew Academy — Ride. Review. Track.
Bodyboard Coaching & Video Analysis in Ericeira & Santa Cruz, Portugal
Master the art of riding the barrel. Professional video analysis, photos of your best waves, and a private app that records every session, taught by a former world championship bodyboarder.
Book Your Session Chat with RuiWelcome to the Academy
The gap between how you think you ride and how you actually ride
Every bodyboarder has it. The drop feels perfect — until you see it on camera. That moment, when you finally see your own wave, is where real progression begins.
At the Sea Krew Academy, your coached sessions can be filmed from the beach with professional gear, reviewed together frame by frame, and saved to your personal history in the Sea Krew app — coached by a former world championship bodyboarder.
- Small groups, spot chosen for your level and safety
- Frame-by-frame video review with your coach
- Edited photos of your best waves
- Every session logged in your private app profile
How It Works
Ride. Review. Track.
Three steps, one goal: that you leave every session knowing exactly what to work on next — and can watch yourself improve, month after month.
Step 01
Ride
A 2-hour coached session in Ericeira or Santa Cruz. Small groups, bodyboard and wetsuit included, conditions read by your coach every single day.
Step 02
Review
Your waves filmed from the beach with a professional camera and telephoto lens. Slow motion, frame by frame — drop, line, timing — with one clear focus for your next session.
Step 03
Track
Session notes, clips and photos saved to your private Sea Krew app profile. Your level, your goals, your full history — kept forever, trip after trip.
Your Session Blueprint
Real feedback, not vague ratings
Here’s an example of what your Blueprint looks like in the Sea Krew app. Every session you book becomes a Blueprint like this one, saved to your profile — including a clear coaching tip to work on before your next session.
- Your coach’s actual notes on what happened in the water
- One clear focus tip for your next lesson — plus your bodyboard and wetsuit size, remembered
- A 5-step ladder per skill: seen in class → with help → on your own → consistent → locked in
Know Before You Book
Find your level
Every session and pack works for a different stage. Here’s how to know which one is yours.
Never Ridden
You’ve never ridden a bodyboard
- Ocean safety & awareness
- Fin technique & prone position
- Your first rides in whitewater
Best fit: Group Lesson
Level 1
Whitewater is fine, but the basics feel shaky
- Prone riding & wave entry
- Trim & angle
- Reading whitewater vs. green waves
Best fit: Group Lesson → Academy Session
Level 2
You catch green waves, now you want real moves
- Drop-knee stance
- Spins & el rollo
- Wave selection & positioning
Best fit: Academy Session / Video Session
Level 3
Linking moves, ready for the barrel
- Barrel riding
- Aerials & inverts
- Advanced wave reading
Best fit: Academy Video Session
General bodyboard technique milestones — not yet tracked in the Sea Krew app the way surf skills are, but your coach will always tell you exactly where you stand.
Academy Sessions
Choose how deep you want to go
All sessions are 2 hours, in small groups, with equipment included. The difference is what happens after you leave the water.
Group Lesson
Never Ridden → Level 1The classic Sea Krew session
From €55
per person · 2 hours
- 2h coached session
- Bodyboard & wetsuit included
- Spot chosen for conditions & level
- App session log
- Video & photo analysis
Academy Session
Level 1 → Level 2Coaching that stays with you
€75
per person · 2 hours
- Everything in Group Lesson
- Session logged in your Sea Krew app
- Personal feedback & focus points
- Progress tracked session after session
- Video & photo analysis
Academy Video Session
Level 2 → Level 3See yourself ride — then fix it
€95
per person · 2 hours
- Everything in Academy Session
- Waves filmed from the beach (Sony A7 III)
- Frame-by-frame review with your coach
- Edited photos of your best waves
- Clips & photos in your app profile
Academy Packs
Real progress takes more than one wave
Every pack session includes video analysis, photos and full app tracking — the complete Academy experience, at a better rate the deeper you commit.
Starter Pack
Never Ridden / Level 1Photo or Video Analysis
€180
€90 per session · save €10
- 2× 2h coached sessions
- Photo or video analysis on the best days
- App tracking & coach feedback
- Ideal for a weekend in Ericeira
Progress Pack
Level 1–2Photo or Video Analysis
€425
€85 per session · save €50
- 5× 2h coached sessions
- Photo or video analysis on the best days
- Before/after comparison of your riding
- Personal goals set with your coach
- Ideal for one focused week
Krew Pack
Level 2–3Photo or Video Analysis
€790
€79 per session · save €160
- 10× 2h coached sessions
- Photo or video analysis on the best days
- Full progress history in your app
- Level assessment & long-term plan
- Ideal for locals & returning riders
For Locals & Regulars
Train With Us Every Week
Living in or around Ericeira? Join the Sea Krew Collective — the same membership our surf coaches use, with sessions you can spend on bodyboard coaching. One fee, 3-month minimum, cancel anytime after.
Grom
Keep the ocean in your lifeMonthly membership
€55 /mo
or €528 / year — save €132
- 2 group bodyboard sessions / month (2h each)
- Weekly Spot Report by Rui
- Private community access
- Priority booking
- Priority access to Nazáré Tour (€130)
Local
You’re part of the familyMonthly membership
€99 /mo
or €950 / year — save €238
- 4 group bodyboard sessions / month (2h each)
- 1 video analysis session / month
- 1 Nazáré Tour / year included (€130)
- Exclusive events & welcome kit
- Weekly Spot Report + priority booking
Captain
Total access. Direct line to Rui.Monthly membership
€175 /mo
or €1,680 / year — save €420
- 6 group bodyboard sessions / month (2h each)
- 2 semi-private sessions / month with Rui (max 3 people)
- Monthly video analysis + progression plan
- Jetski tour — 1h with a pro bodyboarder (€350)
- 15% off all camps, retreats & tours
Coming to Portugal for a few weeks a year? Ask about the 24-month Explorer Pass. See full membership details →
Vibes from the Academy
This is what progress looks like
Your Head Coach
Rui Ferreira
Former professional bodyboarder, multi-time champion, and certified coach — Rui has spent his life reading this coastline. From Pipeline to Arica, from world championships to first waves: the Academy is his method, built on decades in the ocean.
“My personal goal is that you not only ride better, but that you take a little piece of the Ericeira magic home with you.”
Certified by the Portuguese Surfing Federation (FPS), IPDJ and Turismo de Portugal.
Vibes from Our Krew
They came to ride.
They left with progress.
★★★★★
“Pure fun from start to finish. The coach had me riding barrels within 2 sessions — something I’d tried to do for years.”
Liam F. · Ireland★★★★★
“Best value water sports in Ericeira. Passionate coach, perfect breaks, and you leave with a massive smile.”
Sara B. · Netherlands★★★★★
“Transitioning from surfing to bodyboard, the technical coaching was invaluable. Completely different technique, perfectly explained.”
Maxime T. · Belgium
Questions
Bodyboard Coaching FAQ
Is bodyboarding suitable for beginners?
Absolutely — bodyboarding is one of the most accessible ocean sports. Most beginners are riding whitewater waves in their first session. See the Find Your Level guide above to see which session or pack fits where you’re starting from.
Where do sessions happen — Ericeira or Santa Cruz?
Both. We choose the spot each day based on your level, the swell and safety — that’s part of the coaching. Ericeira is Europe’s first World Surfing Reserve; Santa Cruz offers quieter peaks and more space to learn.
How does the video analysis work?
Your coach films your waves from the beach with a professional camera and telephoto lens. After the session, you review the footage together — slow motion, frame by frame — and define one or two clear focus points. Clips and edited photos are saved to your profile in the Sea Krew app.
Do I need my own bodyboard?
No — high-quality bodyboards and wetsuits are included in every session, chosen for your level and the conditions of the day. If you have your own equipment, you’re welcome to use it.
Is it safe for children?
Yes — children aged 8+ can join, accompanied by an adult. We always choose spots and conditions appropriate for younger riders.
What if the conditions aren’t good?
The ocean changes every day — that’s bodyboarding. We never promise perfect waves; we promise the right decision. If conditions aren’t safe or productive for your level, we’ll propose a new time, spot or date.
Can I use a pack across multiple trips?
Yes. Your pack sessions and your app profile stay with you — come back next month or next season and pick up exactly where you left off.
How do I pay?
Message us on WhatsApp to book — we’ll send you a secure card payment link (Stripe) to confirm your session or pack.
What’s your cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24h before your session. Cancellations made later than that aren’t refunded — conditions change fast in Ericeira, so we’d rather help you rebook than lose your spot for nothing.
Do I need to download an app?
No — the Sea Krew app is a web app you open straight from your phone’s browser. No download, no App Store, no extra login hassle.
Sea Krew Academy
Your best ride is on camera.
Let’s go find it.
Tell us your dates and your experience — we’ll recommend the right session or pack for your level. Looking for a full week with accommodation? See our surf camps and wellness retreats.
Chat with Rui on WhatsAppSea and weather conditions vary daily. Spot and schedule are always chosen for safety and the best learning conditions for your level.