Tamarindo Surf Lessons for All Levels with Certified Coach

5.0 (432 reviews) Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Your lesson is taught by Leandro, a certified surf coach (Surf Instructor Level 1) who runs his own school in Tamarindo and stays with you in the water the whole session. Rated 5.0 by more than 430 travelers on Viator and Tripadvisor.

Unlike a quick push-into-the-wave lesson, we start with theory and land practice so you understand what you are doing, then put it to work in the water with feedback on every wave. Small groups, patient teaching for kids and adults, and lessons in English, Spanish or Portuguese.

Want to keep progressing? Book the 3-lesson package and get videos of your surfing in lesson 2 and a personal video analysis in lesson 3 at no extra cost.

Options

3-Lesson Package: Semi-Private

3 semi-private lessons + video: 3 x 2h lessons for 2 people. Videos in lesson 2, video analysis in lesson 3. We schedule lessons 2-3 with you.

Semi-Private Lesson (2 people)

Semi-private lesson: 2-hour lesson for 2 people with one certified coach just for you: theory, land practice and surf session. Price per person.

3-Lesson Package: Group

3 group lessons + video: 3 x 2h group lessons (3+ people). Videos in lesson 2, video analysis in lesson 3. We schedule lessons 2-3 with you.

Group Lesson (3+ people)

Shared group lesson: 2-hour lesson in a small group (3+ people) with a certified coach: theory, land practice and surf session.

3-Lesson Package: Private

3 private lessons + video: 3 x 2h one-on-one lessons. Videos in lesson 2, video analysis in lesson 3. We schedule lessons 2-3 with you.

Private Lesson (1 person)

Private lesson: 2-hour one-on-one lesson with a certified coach: theory, land practice and surf session, adapted to your level.

What's included

  • Surfboard, leash and rash guard
  • Coffee at the shop before or after your lesson
  • Drinking water
  • Locker
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Optional

What to expect

Learn to surf in Tamarindo with Leandro, a certified surf coach who teaches in English, Spanish and Portuguese. This 2-hour lesson works for complete beginners and for surfers who want to improve their technique.

How the lesson works:
1. Short theory session at the school: ocean safety, reading the waves and the basics of paddling and standing up, explained with images and videos.
2. Practice on land: pop-up, stance and balance drills until the movement feels natural.
3. Surf session in the water: your coach stays with you in the water, picks the right waves for your level and gives you feedback on every ride.

Choose the format that fits you:
- Group lesson (3 or more people)
- Semi-private lesson (2 people)
- Private lesson (1 person)
- 3-lesson progression package (any format): videos of you surfing in lesson 2 and a personal video analysis in lesson 3, at no extra cost.

Surfboard, leash and rash guard are included, plus coffee, water and a locker at Club 33 Surf Shop. All you need is a swimsuit, sunscreen and a towel.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet us at Club 33 Surf Shop on the main road of Tamarindo, the home of our surf school. Look for the Club 33 sign and check in at the front desk 15 minutes before your lesson. Lockers are available.

End point

Meet us at Club 33 Surf Shop on the main road of Tamarindo, the home of our surf school. Look for the Club 33 sign and check in at the front desk 15 minutes before your lesson. Lockers are available.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Travelers should be able to swim

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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