Physio Surf Camp Portugal 2026
“Cosy accommodation and lovely people, good pricing, nice waves, very fun party time, interesting practical masterclass and nice insights into the work and thoughts of a specialist on the upper limb. I received everything I came for and made many new international friends. Thx Nils 4 everything! Patrick Austria”
“We had such a lovely week at the physio surf camp! An interesting course with a lot of practical tips and tricks. The combination with the surf lessons, really good food and amazing people made it really worth it! Thanks for this great experience!”
“What an experience! Combination of learning with like-minded people and having fun on a whole other level. Would recommend 100%! Great accommodation to stay but also where the (surf)classes were given. Nils, who organises the physio camps, does this with full dedication and preciseness to make sure you have the best experience possible. Glad to meet such nice people from all over the world and share thoughts with eachother on the mutual profession we have. This while having the time of our life! I'm already looking forward to my next trip! 10/10 ;)”
Are you a Physio who loves surfing?
Then this is for you! 🙂
Imagine this:
You will be learning all things Upper Limb injuries from expert Ian Gatt in the mornings, and
surfing together in the afternoons in Costa da Caparica, only 20 minutes from Lisbon!
If this sounds good to you, then make sure to book your spot! 🙂
There are a few spots available.
The dates: 13-18 June 2026.
What does it include:
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5 Nights Accommodation
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5 Continental Breakfasts
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2 Group Dinners at the Surf House
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4 Half-Day Upper Limb Course Sessions
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4 Surf Lessons (2 Hours Each)
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Use of Surf Gear and All Course Materials
Not included:
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Travel to and from Lisbon
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3 Dinners at Local Restaurants
Travel options:
You can fly into Lisbon and take a 20-minute Uber, Bolt, or taxi ride to the SURFinn Lisbon in Costa da Caparica.
Accreditation:
Belgian physiotherapists can earn 24 accreditation points by joining this Physio Camp.
Click HERE for more information.
Business expense:
If you are a clinic owner or self-employed physiotherapist, you may be able to claim all or part of the retreat cost as a business expense or tax deduction.
Check with your tax advisor to see how this applies to your situation.
Choose a Room:
You can choose between 3 room types:
- 3-4 Beds per Room (3-4 people in total)
- 5-8 Beds per Room (5-8 people in total)
Saturday – June 13: Arrival and Welcome
Arrival at the SURFinn Lisbon guesthouse. Settle in, meet fellow attendees, and enjoy a welcome dinner at the Surf House at 7 pm.
Sunday – June 14: Upper Limb + Surf
8 am – 9 am: Breakfast.
9 am – 1 pm: Course Day 1 – Introduction, Hand & Wrist Mechanics and Pathologies
1 pm – 2 pm: Lunch at a local restaurant
2 pm – 4 pm: Surf lesson
7 pm: Dinner at the Surf House
Monday – June 15: Upper Limb + Surf
8 am – 9 am: Breakfast.
9 am – 1 pm: Course Day 2 – Elbow Mechanics and Pathologies, Shoulder Pathologies
1 pm – 2 pm: Lunch at a local restaurant
2 pm – 4 pm: Surf lesson
Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant
Tuesday – June 16: Upper Limb + Surf
8 am – 9 am: Breakfast.
9 am – 1 pm: Course Day 3 – Shoulder Assessment, Upper Limb Exercise Therapy
1 pm – 2 pm: Lunch at a local restaurant
2 pm – 4 pm: Surf lesson
Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant
Wednesday – June 17: Upper Limb + Surf
8 am – 9 am: Breakfast
9 am – 1 pm: Course Day 4 – Rehab Planning, Case Studies, Tutor Q&A
1 pm – 2 pm: Lunch at a local restaurant
2 pm – 4 pm: Surf lesson
Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant
Thursday – June 18: Farewell
8 am – 9 am: Breakfast
Check out and travel home, carrying new skills and new friendships
Venue: SURFinn Lisbon, Costa da Caparica, Portugal
Located in a quiet neighborhood with a rooftop bar, garden, and cozy lounge areas, the SURFinn offers the perfect post-surf and post-study vibe. Just a short walk from the beach, it’s a peaceful yet social setting for your week of learning and recharging.
Room Options:
- Shared 3-4 person room
- Shared 5-8 person room
Sporting UpperLimb Masterclass Course – Overview
Overview
This 4-half day course, delivered in a stunning location, has been shaped to combine effective methods of assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of the whole UpperLimb; Hand, Wrist, Elbow and Shoulder. The tutor has a strong background in the management of these areas and will present a course that will allow clinicians to enhance their existing knowledge and impact positively in their respective practice. The content is constantly updated with new evidence-based practice from clinical experience, current research, and feedback from previous courses. To date the content delivered in various countries by the tutor has been positively received by physiotherapists, occupational therapists, sports therapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, doctors, and other allied professionals. Whether you are working in a private clinic, hospital setting, ministry of defence (MOD) service, or sporting environment you will surely find the information to be immediately applicable to your role. These two days will engage your learning in an interactive and fun environment!
Course Aims
- Applied anatomy and mechanics of the UpperLimb, for enhanced understanding of injury causation and management.
- Differential diagnosis & problem-solving of diverse pathologies, ensuring clinical reasoning towards safe and appropriate injury management.
- Consideration of the kinetic chain and the whole individual, enabling a holistic approach towards UpperLimb injuries.
- Comprehensive appreciation of objective measures, encouraging better understanding of UpperLimb function towards effective return to sport/work & performance.
- Synthesised rehabilitation design and planning strategies, facilitating the management of expectations and generating a successful pathway.
- Review of adjunctive therapies, with consideration towards pain management in the presence and absence of pathology, promoting an evidenced-based approach.
- Balanced theory and practical delivery, with demonstration of a wide selection of exercises and hands-on techniques, targeting different learning styles.
- Encouragement of debate in a positive learning environment, enabling analysis of simple-to-complex sporting and non-sporting UpperLimb injuries. Use of real case studies to highlight key areas.
Attendance Information
- Attendance Certificate: Yes
- CPD Hours: 16
Sporting UpperLimb Masterclass Course – Programme
Day 1 – Sunday, 1st September
- 08:30-8:45
Introduction & Goal Setting for the UpperLimb
- 08:45-10:30
Relevant Mechanics & Clinical Measures of the Hand & Wrist
- 10:30-12.30
Understanding Pathologies of the Hand & Wrist
Day 2 – Monday, 2nd September
- 08:30-09:45
Relevant Mechanics & Clinical Assessment of the Elbow
- 09:45-11:00
Understanding Pathologies of the Elbow
- 11:00-12:30
Understanding Pathologies of the Shoulder
Day 3 – Tuesday, 3rd September
- 08:30-9:45
Relevant Assessment & Clinical Measures of the Shoulder
- 09:45-11:30
Exercise Therapy of the UpperLimb
- 11:30-12:30
Hands-On Considerations for the UpperLimb
Day 4 – Wednesday, 4th September
- 08:30-09:30
Designing a Successful Rehabilitation Programme for Return to Activities
- 09:30-11:30
Clinical Case Studies; Putting Theory into Practice
- 11:30-12:00
Tell and Show; Ask the tutor to show any technique!
- 12:00-12:30
Summary of Both Days & Round Table Discussion
Ian Gatt, PhD – Head of Performance Services, Great Britain Boxing & UK Sports Institute
Ian is a globally respected upper limb injury specialist with over 23 years of experience supporting Olympic, Paralympic, and professional athletes. He is also known as the physiotherapist and cutman for Team Anthony Joshua.
Ian currently holds an advisory role at the UK Sports Institute and lectures at multiple academic institutions. He completed a PhD in Upper Limb Sports Biomechanics and is a widely published author.
He brings extensive clinical and teaching expertise, delivering engaging, evidence-based courses around the world.
Instagram: @theboxingphysio
1. Who is this camp ideal for?
This camp is ideal for physiotherapists and allied health professionals interested in upper limb rehab, surfing, and connecting with global peers. No surf experience needed.
2. Do I need to know how to surf?
No! Surfing lessons are beginner-friendly and tailored to your level. Whether you’re a total beginner or an experienced surfer, you’ll have a great time.
3. What is included in the cost of the camp?
Five nights’ accommodation, surf gear, four surf lessons, upper limb course content, five breakfasts, two group dinners, and a great learning environment.
4. Is the course accredited?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of attendance worth 16 CPD hours. Only Belgian physiotherapists can get accreditation points by joining this Physio Camp.
Click HERE for more information.
5. What is the refund or cancellation policy?
Cancellations made more than 60 days before the camp start date are eligible for a full refund. If you cancel between 30 and 60 days before the camp, you’ll receive a 50% refund. Unfortunately, cancellations made less than 30 days before the start date are non-refundable.
6. How do I get to the venue?
Fly into Lisbon and take a 20-minute Uber, Bolt, or taxi ride to the SURFinn Lisbon in Costa da Caparica.
29 reviews for Physio Surf Camp Portugal 2026
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Price range: €995,00 through €1.050,00
13-18 June 2026
5 nights accommodation
4 half-day Upper Limb Course
4x surf lessons
Breakfasts and 2 dinners
Luca (verified owner) –
Best experience of the summer!
High quality physio formation, sport and international colleagues from all around the world
Jasper (verified owner) –
Perfect opportunity to gain a lot of knowlegde, expand your network and have a lot of fun!
Lieke –
The time in Portugal this summer was very nice. The course was educational and practical to apply. The surfing lessons were great. In addition, we always had fun in the evenings with going out or having a drink at the hostel.
Highly recommended.
Lore Mangelschots (verified owner) –
It was an awesome week in Portugal. Great course with a lot of practical information. But most important, a lot of fun during surfing, discovering Caparica, making new friends and getting to know the physio culture from all over the world. An amazing experience, I would love to join another physio camp!
Laura –
I had a very nice stay in Caparica. The hostel and good was awesome. We had a lot of fun during course, surfing and party!
If you want to expand your knowledge, have some fun and meet people all over the world. Don’t hesitate!
Nelson Goyetche (verified owner) –
The best post secondary course I’ve ever taken. You become so close with everyone in such a short amount of time. I traveled from Canada and would go back to Costa de Caparica tomorrow. The instructors were amazing, the surf was great, and it was extremely well organized. I’d highly recommend this experience and plan to do more physio camps soon!
Georg –
The surf camp in portugal was amazing. Learning physio-stuff from two great physios, meeting physios all over the world and have few surfing lessions were really entertaining. It was all well organized and I really want to thank Nils for this experience!
Izaak (verified owner) –
Great surf camp! It was a well organized trip where I got to learn and meet other physio’s, can definitely recommend!
Rita –
Amazing course! Very well structured and evidence-based. The concept of the physiocamp is very nice for meeting people and to get in touch with the teacher. I had a lot of fun while I was learning!
Wout –
The physio surf camp was the perfect combination of a valuable multi-day course and a short getaway with like minded people who, just like me, wanted to learn, network and to be physically active in a fun and friendly environment. If you like dull, boring, 8-hour long theoretical multi day courses; steer clear, because this is the exact opposite!