Nana House Ericeira

João was born and raised on the Portuguese coastline, passionate about all kinds of wave riding, and a longboarder at heart. He’s the owner of Ride & Glide Surf School - the first school in Portugal to specialize in longboard surfing. They teach people how to surf, and surfers how to longboard. João has traveled the world chasing the best longboard waves — from Costa Rica and Mexico to California, he’s done it all. A true Ribeira d’Ilhas local, there’s no one better to guide you through your longboard progress than Joao.

Guilherme had his first contact with surfing at the age of 7 in the coastal town of São Pedro do Estoril, Portugal, and it quickly became his way of life. He’s the founder of Bali Surf Experience and splits his time between Portugal and Bali, where he shares his love for surfing and the laid-back rhythm of island living. A certified surf coach and international surf contest judge, Guilherme combines technical expertise with a deep passion for the ocean, helping surfers of all levels build confidence, connect with nature, and break through the small details that might be holding them back.

Alina’s love for the ocean began in childhood, inspired by her father’s bodyboarding in the Atlantic. Her surfing journey took off at age 19 in France, where she mostly taught kids and teens during semester breaks. After seasons spent at the Atlantic, she traveled to Indonesia and fell in love with the tropical waves and local culture. For years, she has been living between the Indian Ocean and the Austrian Alps. Now back in Portugal, Alina guides experienced surfers, helping them discover new waves and deepen their connection to the sea.