Surf
lessons
From your first wave to constant progress. Lessons for every age and level.
Surf school • Posto 6 • Barra da Tijuca • Rio
Enter the ocean.
Change your rhythm.
Surf, stand up and kitesurf lessons in Barra da Tijuca.
Safety, technique and the experience of people who live the ocean.
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LearnSafely
at your pace.
at your pace.
EvolveTechnique, confidence
and new waves.
and new waves.
Live the oceanMore than a lesson,
a way of life.
a way of life.
Our services
Lessons and experiences
in the ocean
For beginners, intermediate and advanced surfers.
Private or group lessons, with everything you need to enjoy the ocean your way.
Surf
Stand
up lessons
Balance, conditioning and a connection with the ocean in a unique experience.
Kitesurf
lessons
Learn safely and progress in one of the fastest-growing sports in the world.
Equipment
rental
Surfboards, stand up boards, kitesurf equipment and accessories. Everything you need to enjoy the ocean.
Our playground
From Posto 6
to the ocean
Barra da Tijuca is our backyard. At Posto 6, we find the perfect setting to teach, progress and share what is best about surfing.
Meet the schoolDrop Vertical
Surf is more
than standing up.
At Drop Vertical, we believe surfing transforms people. We teach in a practical, easy, safe and fun way, so you can experience the ocean with more confidence and freedom. From your first wave to constant progress, our lessons are for every age and level, always with experienced instructors who love what they do.
Barra da TijucaBased on
44 reviews
44 reviews
4.5 ★ on GooglePortuguese, English
and Spanish
and Spanish
Opening hoursTodos os dias
06:00 — 18:00
06:00 — 18:00
SupportPortuguês, Inglês
e Espanhol
e Espanhol
Our lessons
For every age and level
First
wave
For anyone starting out and ready to experience surfing for the first time.
Progression
Improve your technique, build confidence and take your surfing further.
Pro
drop
Training for advanced surfers seeking high performance.
Private
lesson
Personalized attention to progress faster.
Drop Vertical
A school
with history
Drop Vertical was founded by Daniel Souto, a Barra da Tijuca surf reference who has shaped new generations of surfers for decades.
More than a school, we are a community that lives the ocean every day. We teach in a practical, easy, safe and fun way, so you can progress at your own pace and discover everything the ocean has to offer.
“Teaching surfing has always been about sharing freedom, respect and joy. The ocean has the power to transform lives.”Daniel Souto
Founder of Drop Vertical
Founder of Drop Vertical
Come to the ocean
Your next wave starts here.
Talk to our team and book your lesson.