About us

There are a million ways to surf, and if you're smiling, you're doing it right.

Jane Morais, founder of Meninas do Mar, smiling as she lies on her board in the water
Jane

Former competitor with 12 years of experience. She left São Paulo to live the surf life and founded Meninas do Mar in 2012.

Zuqueto practicing balance on a board on the sand in Itacaré
Zuqueto

Lifeguard, waterman, fisherman, coach and former Bahia jiu-jitsu champion. One of the pillars of the school.

Meninas do Mar students and instructors with boards on the beach

Surf for everyone

The school was born with a woman's name and an open heart: we teach all ages and levels, no exceptions. ISA and IBRASURF certified instructors, with rescue and first-aid training from the Fire Department.

Life at the school

Groups, colorful boards and the Itacaré sunset.

A Meninas do Mar group together on the beach
Kids on the boat on the way to the beach
Sunset in Itacaré
Student laughing, sitting on her board in the water
Student celebrating on her board
Two instructors walking along the shore