In this immersive and guided course, you’ll step into Ondanova’s atelier and learn the art of building a wooden surfboard from raw materials to a fully shaped and finished board.
Over three days, we will guide you through every stage of the process, building the internal frame, setting up the rocker and bottom contours, assembling and gluing the different parts, shaping, and refining your board, while sharing the techniques and insights we’ve developed over the years.
This is more than just a class, it’s an in-depth experience in a craft that blends tradition, creativity, and functionality.
Every two months, we offer group workshops in our studio near Ericeira. Check our agenda to find future workshops and do not hesitate to contact us → and propose a date if those are not fitting.
No particular skills are needed. During those 3 days you will learn about:
→ The use of specific woodworking tools.
→ The art of surfboard design and shaping
→ The software used to design the boards.
→ Wood sealing/glassing techniques
DAY ① → Introduction to surfboard design, hydrodynamics, and wooden construction techniques. Assemble the internal frame, set up the rocker table, and glue the bottom panel.
DAY ② → Build up the rails, add structural reinforcements, create a continuous surface for gluing the deck panel, and close the board.
DAY ③ → Shaping the surfboard and rails, intermediate and final sanding, installation of the fin boxes and plugs.
How it works
① Choose your board
Once you've selected a date, choose an option:
Fixed models (Coming Soon) → A collection of proven shapes, carefully designed and tested. Prices are displayed on the Fixed Models page and will be shown in the registration form.
Custom board → If you have a specific design in mind, secure your spot first and then contact us to finalize the details. Pricing for custom boards is outlined on the Custom Surfboards page.
② Secure your spot
Fill out the registration form and submit a €500 deposit to secure your place. Once registered, you'll receive a confirmation email summarizing your board selection and workshop details.
The final cost of your workshop depends on your surfboard model and if it is a custom shape. This will be clearly shown when selecting your board. The remaining balance is due at the end of the workshop, and an invoice will be provided at that time.
Pricing
The total price of the workshop depends on the surfboard model you choose:
Fixed shapes (Coming Soon) → from 1100€ to 1800€
→ This includes all materials, use of tools, full guidance throughout the workshop, and the professional glassing of your board. Snacks and drinks are provided daily. Lunch and accommodation are not included.
Next workshops
During 3 full days, you'll learn how to build your own wooden surfboard from start to finish.
SELECT A DATE TO BEGIN YOUR experience WITH US.
Ericeira, Portugal
Ericeira, Portugal
Ericeira, Portugal
Ericeira, Portugal
Ericeira, Portugal
Ericeira, Portugal
Next workshops
Next workshops
1st—3rd of March 2025 →
Ericeira, Portugal
2nd—4th of May 2025 →
Ericeira, Portugal
20th—22th of June 2025 →
Ericeira, Portugal
8th—10th of July 2025 →
Ericeira, Portugal
24th—26th of October 2025 →
Ericeira, Portugal
29th—1st of Nov/Dec 2025 →
Ericeira, Portugal
Workshop Logistics
The workshop starts on the first day at 13:00 and finishes around 18:00. The following two days will be more intensive, beginning at 9:00 and ending around 18:00. However, the finishing time may vary depending on the number of participants and the progress of each board. On the first day, we’ll start after lunch (please eat before arriving). On the following two days, we’ll have lunch together.
Our 3-day workshops take place at Ondanova Surfboards →
The workshop is quite isolated, about a 15-minute drive from Ericeira.If you're coming from abroad, especially outside the high season, we recommend renting/having a car, as off-season deals can be very attractive.
Transport by bus and then Uber/Bolt from Ericeira is also possible.
Food is not included, but we provide plenty of snacks, fruits, drinks, coffee, and tea throughout the day. The workshop is quite isolated, with no restaurants or shops nearby, so we recommend bringing your own picnic. We also have a kitchen (equipped with a fridge, oven and cooking plate), allowing you to store your food and prepare simple meals on-site.
Nearby options are limited but Ericeira and the surrounding areas offer plenty of choices, about a 15-minute drive away. If you need assistance finding a place to stay, feel free to contact us →.
Here is a list of accommodations, restaurants and surf spots close-by (MAKE THIS LIST)
Since we will be making dust and using glue, we recommend wearing comfortable work clothes and closed-toe shoes.
We provide all the tools and materials, but if you have specific preferences for protective gear (e.g., gloves, mask), feel free to bring your own. We do suggest bringing a dust mask of your choice, an FFP2 mask is perfectly suitable.
Also don’t forget your lunch for the second and third day.
Yes, but with some limits.
The natural grain of the wood is already a beautiful feature on its own, so we generally encourage keeping decoration minimal, like a logo or a simple geometric color illustration.
You can personalize your board with a logo (maximum A4 size), which costs €50. Just send us the file beforehand or during the workshop. For color or more elaborate artwork, pricing is available on request, and we’ll be happy to discuss your ideas during the workshop.
If we haven’t quite managed to answer your question, it might be on our FAQ page → or contact us directly through ondanovasurf@gmail.com →
After the workshop
After the workshop, your board is built but not quite ready for the water yet. We handle the glassing (which takes about 4 to 6 days and is included in the workshop price) since this process requires specialized space and curing time.
Delivery
Once glassing is done, you can:
Pick it up at the atelier → Pick up your board at the workshop approximately 5 days after the workshop ends, if you're in Portugal or staying nearby.
Ship within Europe → Shipping costs are calculated separately and typically range from €100 to €200.
Other workshop options
Private workshops → One-on-one sessions or small private groups.
Corporate workshops → A unique hands-on team-building experience.
We use Paulownia wood (also known as Kiri in Japan).
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Since 2016, we’ve been organizing workshops and have helped over 350 people build their own wooden surfboard. Here’s a list of the past editions:
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