Beginner Surf Lessons In Tamarindo - Shared or Private

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Tamarindo, Costa Rica

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Overview

Your certified surf instructor will coach you step by step on how to stand up on a surfboard and start flying on water! We will customize your Tamarindo surf lesson to focus on basic techniques. We guarantee you to get up on a wave in your lesson or your second lesson is free!

Tamarindo, Costa Rica is a world-renowned surf location, made famous for the movie The Endless Summer. There are almost always great waves, but not too big, perfect for learning to surf. Whether this is your first time on a surfboard or you have some experience and want to work on your technique, our lessons are guaranteed to improve your skills. Our 2-hour lessons are taught by locals that have been surfing in Costa Rica for nearly their entire lives, so you will get the best insight there is in Tamarindo.

- Learn to Surf on Costa Rica's Best Waves
- Learn Various Basic Skills such as Reading Waves
- Local certified instructor
- Beginner or Intermediate Lessons
- Central Meeting Location

What's Included

  • Surfboard Use
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Rashguard Use
  • Gratuities
  • JW Marriott, Playa Grande, Playa Conchal, Playa Flamingo
  • Hotel's RIU Guanacaste & Palace, Playa Ocotal, Coco, Hermosa, Papagayo
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Meeting Location

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200 meteres south of Diria
Guanacaste Province, Tamarindo, Costa Rica

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What To Expect

You will meet with your instructor and be given a rashguard and Surfboard. After practicing popping up on the board on land, you will learn to paddle out into the waves! Your instructor will help coach you on standing up on the board. After you get accustomed to getting up on the board, you will focus more on your stance and balance on the board as you feel the waves push you through the water.

We will customize your Tamarindo surf lesson will focus on the following techniques:

- Paddling
- Popping up
- Board Position
- Stance
- Safety
- Etiquette
- Reading Waves

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Beginner Surf Lessons In Tamarindo – Shared or Private?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Surfboard Use
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Rashguard Use
  • Certified Surf Instructor
  • Gratuities
  • JW Marriott, Playa Grande, Playa Conchal, Playa Flamingo
  • Hotel's RIU Guanacaste & Palace, Playa Ocotal, Coco, Hermosa, Papagayo

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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