Many of you may have heard or even used this famous expression – you don’t own the beach, the ocean belongs to everyone.

And it’s true, the ocean belongs to everyone, however, there are rules and regulations that must be followed to ensure the order and safety of all.

It’s like driving a car. The road is for everyone, but rules must be followed to avoid accidents and for traffic to flow. If the rules are not followed, chaos will emerge and the number of accidents will increase. The same is true in the ocean.

There are rules that must be followed. Fishermen, sailors, and anyone who enjoys the ocean have to follow rules – and surfers are no exception. Although these rules and norms are not legislated, they are defined by the history and culture of surfing and also by the local communities.

So, yes, the ocean belongs to everyone, but if you want to enjoy the ocean as surfers, you have to follow certain rules and regulations to ensure order on the line up and for the safety of everyone involved.

If you have questions about these rules or standards we are here to help you.

We are a team of professional coaches that help surfers develop their potential in a more efficient and sustainable way in Ericeira.

We coach people to be better surfers.