Private Surf Lesson in Tamarindo
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Enjoy the waves of Tamarindo with our passionate surf team. We combine years of teaching experience with a lifelong love of surfing to offer fun, safe and effective classes for all ages and levels. Whether you’re on the board for the first time or want to perfect advanced techniques, we tailor each lesson to your goals, always providing patience, energy and authentic local knowledge. Learn in the warm waters of one of Costa Rica’s most iconic beaches, with classes available in Spanish and English. Choose from private, group or family sessions — all with high-quality equipment included. Book today and let us turn your Tamarindo vacation into an unforgettable surfing experience!
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(39)
The boys were very knowledgeable and positive. Trying to help you get the most out of your experience. Trying to encourage you. My son absolutely loved it. Glad we took the time to try it.
Eric was the best surf instructor. He made sure to explain everything to me perfectly and was very encouraging. They even went above and beyond. I forgot my shoes with them and I was leaving the area super early the next day. They had already went home, but made sure to come back and give me the shoes that they kept safe
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear you had a great experience with Eric and that his instruction helped you feel confident in the water. We're also glad we could help reunite you with your shoes! Thanks for surfing with us, and we hope to see you again soon.
Best surf lesson I’ve ever had! I took private surfing lessons with Sergio and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the very first session, he made me feel comfortable in the water — his energy is contagious and his patience is endless. Sergio has an incredible ability to explain technique in a simple, clear way while keeping everything fun. I went from barely standing on the board to actually catching waves — and I was smiling the entire time! If you’re thinking about trying surfing, don’t hesitate. Book with Sergio. You won’t regret it! 🏄♀️🌊
Thank you so much for this amazing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a memorable experience with Sergio and that you made so much progress in the water. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him. Thanks for surfing with us, and we hope to see you back catching more waves soon!
The course was very good. We both stood on the board at the end of the course. Leon and Sergio did a fantastic job! Definitely recommend.
Thank you for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear you both got up on the board and had a great experience. Leon and Sergio will be happy to hear your feedback. Thanks for the recommendation, and we hope to see you back in the waves soon!
It was fun and our second lesson this week. Our instructor Liam was very nice, but a little quiet and we wish we would’ve gotten more tips and information about surfing in general.
Thank you for your review and for coming back for a second lesson! We're glad you had fun and enjoyed your time with Liam. We also appreciate your feedback and will keep working to provide even more tips and surfing knowledge during our lessons. Hope to see you in the water again soon!
We had an incredible experience surfing with Sergio in Tamarindo! My wife had never surfed before, and by the end of the lesson she was catching wave after wave and having an absolute blast. Sergio was patient, encouraging, and made everything easy to understand, which gave her so much confidence in the water. I’ve surfed before myself, and I was honestly impressed with how much I still learned from him. He gave great tips on positioning, timing, and technique that immediately improved my surfing. Beyond being a fantastic instructor, Sergio made the whole experience fun, relaxed, and memorable. If you’re in Tamarindo and thinking about taking a surf lesson, whether you’re a complete beginner or already experienced, Sergio is the guy to go with. Easily a 5-star experience and one of the highlights of our trip to Tamarindo!
Thank you so much for your amazing review! It was truly a pleasure surfing with you both. Seeing your wife catching waves and enjoying the ocean with confidence made the session really special, and I’m very happy you also found the coaching helpful for improving your own surfing. I always try to make every lesson fun, relaxed, and focused on helping each surfer progress at their own pace, so your words mean a lot. Thank you again for choosing to surf with us in Tamarindo — hope to see you back in the water on your next visit!
We came into this surf lesson with zero experience and very little confidence. By the end, every single person in our group was catching waves with the help of Sergio! He was so kind and a master motivator!
Thank you so much for the kind words! It was awesome having your group out there with us. We’re so happy everyone was able to catch waves and enjoy the experience, especially on their first time surfing. Sergio always brings the best energy and motivation to the lessons, so he’ll be stoked to hear this. Hope to surf with you all again someday in Tamarindo 🤙
I was nervous about learning to surf for the first time, and booked a private lesson with Liam. As soon as I met him and his colleagues I knew I'd enjoy myself. They were so kind, easy going and supportive! Maybe it was a fantastic instructor (Liam!), or maybe I'm a natural (haha), but my anxiety disappeared and I had so much fun!! Liam made me feel completely at ease. Now I'm sold on surfing and want to do it again and again. Probably equal to my experience learning, was the smoothie and conversation with Liam and his friends at the end of the lesson. So many laughs and the best of vibes. These guys are great and I cannot recommend them enough. Next time I'm in Tamarindo, I know who I'll be contacting 😊
Thank you so much for the amazing review! It was a pleasure being part of your first surfing experience, and we’re so happy you felt comfortable and had such a fun time in the water. You did great out there — maybe you really are a natural 😄 For us, surfing is all about good waves, good vibes, and great people, so it means a lot to hear that you enjoyed the whole experience. We’ll be waiting for you next time you’re back in Tamarindo 🤙
My son has never tried surfing, and after this trip, he does in fact want to try again. With that being said, I thought I was paying for a private lesson but another couple joined the excursioin.
Thank you for your feedback. We’re happy to hear your son enjoyed his first surfing experience. We would like to clarify that this is indeed a private lesson, as advertised. We apologize for any confusion that may have occurred on the day, and we will review this with our team to ensure the experience consistently matches our standards. We appreciate your comments and hope to welcome you again soon.
Very fun, great teachers! We all really enjoyed ourselves in the water and got plenty of chances to catch waves.
Thank you so much for your review! 🌊 We’re really happy to hear you had such a fun time in the water and got plenty of chances to catch waves — that’s exactly what we aim for! Our instructors will be stoked to know you enjoyed the experience. Hope to see you back out there with us again soon! 🤙
