Sports in the Algarve

Elevate your game from the comfort of your own villa. As Portugal’s exclusive distributor of GOLFJOY, Blue Triumph provides state-of-the-art, bespoke golf…

Eight tennis courts, padel, footgolf, fitness classes, swimming pool and a Chinese medicine clinic on a single site between Quinta do Lago and Almancil.

A HYROX-affiliated training gym in Burgau offering multi-discipline classes, weekly fitness retreats with chef-prepared meals, cliff hikes, kayaking…

Guided horseback rides on the beaches and tidal flats of the Ria Formosa near Tavira, suitable for beginners, children and experienced riders.

Riding centre 2 km outside Silves, open since 2001, with hacks through orange groves, lessons for all levels and around 16 horses and ponies.

Small-group countryside rides near Bensafrim, Lagos, from a 1 hour ride to a 3 hour restaurant ride, plus riding lessons, pony rides and livery.

Discover the Algarve on two wheels. From high-performance road bikes to effortless e-bikes, Algarve Cycling provides premium rentals and expert-led tours…

A family-run equestrian centre near Albufeira and Vilamoura: treks from 30 minutes to 2 hours, riding lessons, Saturday Pony Club and trek and tapas.

Padel tour experiences in the Algarve with coaching, court time, accommodation and transport arranged.

Private horse riding tours through the Serra countryside near Silves, with glamping stays, a Finnish sauna, kayaking and yoga at Talurdo Retreat.

Horse riding centre and animal rescue offering trail rides and children's pony rides near Lagos.

Padel club with 5 courts, snack bar and weekly tournaments in Albufeira.

Family-run riding centre in Almadena since 1988, with pony, farm and beginner trail rides through the western Algarve countryside.

RYA powerboat and nautical training school based in Lagos offering courses from level 1 to advanced.

Dance academy in Armação de Pêra offering ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, pilates, yoga and flexibility classes for children through adults, in Portuguese.

Sports club in Tavira, founded in 1928, running youth football and nautical sports sections, in Portuguese.

Traditional jujutsu training club in Faro offering classes for juniors and seniors.

Family-run horse riding centre near Aljezur in the Costa Vicentina Nature Park, offering trail rides, lessons and equine-assisted therapy since 2017.

RYA approved sailing courses in Portimão, Algarve, Portugal for all abilities.

Surf lessons, board rentals, and outdoor activities in Lagos, Algarve.

Jiu-jitsu school offering classes for kids, beginners and all levels in Portimão.