Catarina Amaral
Surf Into the Best of You
A 4-week group training program to elevate your surf – Physically & Mentally
Say goodbye to frustration in the water and hello to real progress in your surf!
You love surfing, but something feels off. Everytime you go out there, your body feels stiff, you get tired quickly, and fear or hesitation is keeping you from catching more waves. And maybe you don’t surf as often as you’d like because life gets in the way, or you live far from the ocean, but you still want to improve.
The good news? You don’t need to surf every day to get better. "Surf Into the Best of You" is here to help you build the strength, mobility, and confidence to surf smarter, not harder—so you make real progress every time you hit the water.
Let’s start with the truth:
Surfing isn’t just about spending more time in the water – it’s about being physically and mentally prepared to make the most of every session.
You don’t need to live by the ocean or surf every day to improve. You need a strategic approach that builds your strength, mobility, endurance, and mental resilience so that when you paddle out, you feel ready, capable, and excited.
Maybe right now this is you:
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Feeling physically unprepared: Stiff shoulders, slow pop-ups, and sore muscles the next day;
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Hesitate in the lineup: because you fear bigger waves, getting caught inside, or judgment from others, and that keeps you from pushing yourself and catching more waves;
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Lack consistency in your surf: Life gets in the way, and without a clear plan, you go long periods without surfing or training, and so everytime you hit the water feels like a battle instead of a moment of fun;
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You do surf regularly but feel like you’re not improving, and you don’t know why…
Imagine this...
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You wake up feeling strong, with energy, and excited to surf because you’ve been training the right way and you know you'll have fun;
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Your body moves effortlessly, making pop-ups, turns, and paddling easier and more fluid.
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You stay calm and focused in challenging conditions, and although you still feel your heart pumping, now you paddle for waves you would have hesitated on before;
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You leave every surf session with a big smile on your face, knowing you made real progress, and go back home singing out loud in the car!
With the right training and preparation, you can build the strength, flexibility, and mindset to surf with more confidence and ease, no matter how often you get in the water.
And that’s exactly what we’ll do in Surf Into the Best of You!
What’s Inside Surf Into the Best of You
✔️ Surf-Specific Training & Yoga: Pre-recorderd training and yoga sessions designed to increase your mobility, strength and power for surfing, and help you recover faster;
✔️ 4 Live Sessions with specialized coaches: Learn from a Breathwork Facilitator, and a Surf Mental Coach, to help you improve in your surf, beyond the physical training.
✔️Structured Weekly Plan: So you always know what to do to keep improving between surf sessions.
✔️ Exclusive Community Access: Join a private group for motivation, and connection with your coaches and other surfers.
✔️ Extended Program Access: Get one-year access if you submit a video testimonial at the end of the program so you can continue your progress.
Module 1 – Foundation & Mobility
Prepare the body to move efficiently and set a strong foundation
Goal: build mobility, flexibility, and awareness of key surfing muscles.
Module 2 – Strength & Stability
Focused on more powerful and controlled movements.
Goal: Strengthen muscles needed for surfing power and endurance.
Module 3 – Fluidity & Adaptability
Move more smoothly and make your movements more intuitive.
Goal: Improve body coordination, transitions, and reaction time in waves.
Module 4 – Recovery & Longevity
Ensure long-term progress and helps you stay consistent.
Goal: Prevent injury, speed up recovery, and increase surfing longevity.
Right now, the registrations for the program are closed, but we are opening a new edition soon. Join the waiting list for the next edition 👇🏻
What our students say
Your main Coaches
Yoga teacher, Surf instructor & Life Coach
Catarina Amaral
Hi, I’m Catarina, I'm 35 yo and live in the Azores with my partner Miguel and my dog Mar. I’m someone who truly believes in the power of stepping outside your comfort zone for personal growth. When I discovered surfing at 26, it was like I founding a missing piece of myself. It wasn’t easy—it challenged me in ways I never expected—but it brought me joy, freedom, and a kind of connection I hadn’t felt before. A few years later, yoga entered my life, and that’s when everything really started to shift. Yoga and surfing have taught me so much: how to be patient with myself, how to get back up after falling (both in and out of the water), and how to trust the process.
Now, I bring these two practices together in everything I do. They’ve helped me build resilience, step into my power, and live more fully—and that’s exactly what I want you to experience! Welcome on board!
Personal Trainer for Surfers
Duarte Bairrada
I am a human being who likes to help others. I do this through functional movement, where I try to help everyone take care of their body, respecting its function, in order to find solutions to become more resilient. I have two incredible people by my side who support me and help me to be a better person every day: my girlfriend Marta and my beautiful and sweet schnauzer named Sunny. I live by the sea in Santa Cruz, a beautiful and quiet fishing village in the west of Portugal.
As a surfer and human movement educator, and with an open heart, mind and spirit, I chose to combine these two areas to guide my journey of personal and professional development. And finally, here I am sharing with you what I've been learning over the last 15 years of study and work.
I can't wait to embark on this journey with you!
FAQ
Do I need to be an advanced surfer?
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No! This program is designed for experienced beginners to intermediate surfers who want to improve their performance and surf with more confidence.
What if I don’t have time to train every day?
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The program is structured to be flexible. You’ll have recorded sessions you can fit into your schedule (all classes are less than 30 minutes) and live calls that you can watch as replays.
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You’ll have access to the program for one year if you submit a video testimonial.
How long will I have access to the content?
You and I both know you’re not meant to struggle through every surf session, feeling stuck and unmotivated.
You are meant to paddle out with confidence, move with ease, and catch waves feeling strong, prepared, and having fun!
Are you ready to create this for yourself? Join us and make this vision your reality.