
Private lesson
For all levels.
€30 per person
- Board
- Rash guard (lycra)
- Leash
- Coconut water
- Photos

Surfing is my passion, and I love sharing that joy with everyone I teach.
“You won't find a better and more dedicated surf school/ guiding on the island. He's the most genuine and caring human being who sees your individual needs as with surfing or exploring the island. On top of this he offers video- and photo analysis to make you progress in your surfing, or simply to have some nice memories from your holiday. Can only recommend!”
“The experience was amazing! Kedsom was really good and patient with my son! Teached him really well, that with 11 years old he managed to stay up on the wave on the 3rd try! Thanks for your help support and professionalism! We really loved the experience”
“Amazing classes and amazing teacher! I had 3 classes from Kedsom and it was incredible. I did only 1 class before in Portugal before, so I am a beginner. He explained me so much in detail outside and inside the water, that I started to understand a lot and got a lot better. Kedsom is super kind and patience and is working very hard to keep you save and teach you to surf! Thank you so much for the amazing experience and hope to return to Sao Tome and surf again with you.”
“Super friendly and professional surf lessons with Kedsom Surf school! Such a positive and happy instructor who taught us a lot and also gave us recommendations and help for our travel around the island. I strongly recommend!!”
“Kedsom is incredibly professional and attentive to people's needs. Him and his team are all extremely kind and outstanding surfers. This is no doubt the best surf school you can choose in São Tomé, for any level! Obrigado Kedsom!”

My first board was a piece of my bed frame, which I used to ride the current in the river while my mother washed clothes nearby. I started surfing properly at 15, on a piece of an old canoe — there was no one around to teach me, so I learned by watching a group of Portuguese surfers at my local beach and copying what I saw. I caught my first wave standing up at Praia Melão, still my favourite wave today, and got my first real fibreglass surfboard at 19.
In 2023, I was selected to represent São Tomé and Príncipe at the ISA World Surfing Games alongside two other athletes. Seeing how far surfing had developed elsewhere — and watching girls surf alongside boys — motivated me to start teaching kids in my own community. A friend helped me get started, arranging five surfboards donated by the Green Wave school through Manel Ferreira. I've been coaching for 5 years, opened Kedsom Surf School in 2023, and now work with a team of five. I hold ISA surf instructor, lifeguard, first-aid and judging certifications, all from 2023, and teach tourists, beginners, children, adults and locals.

For all levels.
€30 per person

For all levels — beginners, experienced surfers, and children.
€25 per person


Photos are included with every lesson. Video of your lesson is available for an extra €15.
I also arrange island guiding, a waterfall trail, boat trips, fishing, snorkelling, transport, accommodation bookings, filming, photos and video analysis, and multi-lesson packages.
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