Surfing & Nature in Santa Teresa Costa Rica!
Enjoy the tropical nature, feel the Pura Vida life learning how to surf in the warm temperature water of the amazing Playa Hermosa, located on the North coast of Santa Teresa, Costa Rica!
Searching for waves, good time, learn something new, come to the class and let’s jump to the water!
Santa Teresa is on top of the perfect places to learn how to surf in Costa Rica!
Discover the exuberant nature and recharge energy on your vacation!
The class start at the meeting point at the parking lot of Playa Hermosa. Then, we’ll go to the beach to do some warm-up exercises. We’ll spend 15 minutes of safe rules and surfing etiquette. Finally, we’ll hit the waves and surfing.
*Surfboard
*Leash
*Wax
*Rashguard UPF+
*A smile 🙂
*Apply sunscreen SPF 50+
*One liter of water
*A towel
Open your browser and click here: Playa Hermosa de Cobano
Nadia2023-07-10This is a great intro to surfing!! Richard is high energy and really makes you believe in yourself! I got a lot better in just one class! I was also surprised by the number of waves we had time to attempt. Highly recommend this class!!Lucia2023-07-09Muy buenas clases con Richard!Fueron grupos de 2 o 3 personas con atención personalizada y clases muy dinámicas! Experiencia buenísima que espero poder repetir!Sean2023-07-06Richard and Juan were excellent teachers for us beginner surfers. They really took time to enforce safety in the water, the best way to fall, awareness of hazards of the specific beach, making sure you have a reference point on the beach, all this before getting into the water. We then practiced good form on the beach so we knew how to apply it once in the water. We then were taught how to deal with the board as waves approached. Once in place we attempted to apply the teachings and form they had delivered with Juan and Richard getting us set up as the wave approached, it was tough but we were able to catch quite a few waves…it was simply addictive. At the end I could see myself understanding the very basics of the pop up and how body position on the board impacts you balance and speed.Amy2023-07-02Richard was an amazing surf instructor for our family of four! He and Melissa provided great instruction and encouragement for us all. We definitely learned the basics of surfing and were able to continue surfing on our own for the remainder of our trip. I would highly recommend Richard for anyone looking for surf lessons!Donald2023-06-28Richard has a great vibe and energy, and even when he’s giving technical tips he’s super positive. Highly recommend him! Have taken surf lessons before and Richard was the best instructor by far! Best process, best attitude, and best adjustments on the water.Maria2023-06-19richard is a phenomenal person and surf instructor. incredibly friendly, personable and professional, richard went out of his way to accommodate us and was incredibly responsive. 100% recommend richard over larger surf schools. will be booking lessons with him every time we are in santa teresa!Maria2023-06-18we booked two lessons back to back. 100% will continue to get lessons with richard over other competitors in the area. he is incredibly professional, friendly and accommodating surf instructor!Arielle2023-06-08This was our second time to Costa Rica and second time booking with Richard! He is a fantastic teacher and is passionate about safe surfing. He immersed himself in the water and up close with us to give pointers. We will book again when we return! Highly recommend him to anyone beginner or experienced!Sophia2023-06-08Min kæreste og jeg havde booket en tid til at surfe hos Richard. Vi blev mødt med et stort smil og en god energi. Vi var de eneste to, der deltog i surfing lektionen, og derfor var det meget tilpasset til vores niveau. Vi gik fra et udgangspunkt, hvor ingen af os have været på et surfbord til at vi begge kom op på surfbordet og fik redet bølgerne. En af de fedeste oplevelser, og det og Richard kan klart anbefales. Pura Vida!Ejay2023-06-03It’s a group lesson, not private- but in the end you could potentially get as much coaching as a private lesson. There wasn’t any GoPro thing going on as advertised, so make sure to ask if that’s what you want. Appreciated the coconut water freshly taken from the tree in the end
VerifiedMeret S2023-12-06The Best Surf Lessons So glad I found this listing and talked my friends into doing it with me. It was a battle because they’d done “surf lessons” before in Bali… Well, everyone found Richard’s approach and assistance to be well worth giving it another go! Richard is incredibly patient, creates a fun environment, and is determined to get you up. He’s a great instructor with a radiant personality. I’m recommending him to everyone who finds their way to the corner of Santa Teresa! I was relieved that the lesson was in Playa Hermosa, because S.Teresa has ROUGH breaks (and too public a place to stumble as a beginner). If you’re worried about getting around, look into the new affordable bus/shuttle in the area. You can coordinate a pickup/drop off with them, but also the walk to/from on the beach isn’t totally terrible if necessary. ~Pura Vida~VerifiedAnderson R2023-11-13Father and son memory for life! If you’re looking to learn how to surf and HAVE FUN doing it, Richard should be your first choice. First and foremost, he’s a professional. However, he’s also intent on bringing elements of humor and kindness into your learning experience. You can feel his genuine concern for your safety in the water and him being completely present in the moment. Great energy! One of the highlights of our Costa Rican adventure. VIDA PURA!VerifiedYvonne T2023-10-28Get your lession with richard Great teacher! My lession was on a supernice scenery, richard helped me a lot to do the stepps in the process. Top motivated. Highly recommendedVerifiedMiriam N2023-10-16Best Surfing Lesson Today we had our first surfing lesson and were a bit afraid first. After meeting the greatest teacher, Richard, we became more calm. Richard definitely responded individually and was friendly and calm the whole time, so we always felt comfortable. He explained everything until we understood it and answered all questions professionally. He never lost his sense of humor - the ice was quickly broken. However, Richard tried to give us the feeling on the board - always breathing in and out, relaxing, focusing and going with the wave. Thanks to Richard, we had incredible success today and will continue to practice. Thank you, Richard, for this great experience. MiriVerifiedLudmila G2023-09-15Una experiencia mágica! Con la mejor buena vibra Wao! Las clases de Richard son una experiencia mágica! Con muy hermosa buena vibra, súper bien explicado! en la primer clase ya estábamos todas surfeando las olas!! Super recomiendo!! Gracias Richard! La mejor experiencia de surf de mi vida !!VerifiedLaura v2023-09-05Awesome experience! Highly recommend Richard is awesome!! We had such a great time and learned so much. Such a great guy and very supportive. You’ll have a great time. We ended up taking 4 lessons.VerifiedJosie C2023-09-04Incredible! This was the first time me and my boyfriend have ever surfed and Richard made the experience incredible! He was such an awesome teacher, it was a perfect day!VerifiedLaura G2023-07-17If you're tentative, or a little more advanced, Richard is your guy! Richard was absolutely great, covering all the critical basics, including safety, being patient and encouraging every step of the way. This was my first surfing lesson ever and I managed to ride my first couple of waves, thanks in big part to his skills. I couldn't have left happier.VerifiedSarah J2023-06-13WE! LOVE! RICHARD! A couple friends and I booked surf lessons a few years ago and had such great experience we booked again this year. We live in a land locked state, but all of us were up on the board and catching waves by the end of our lesson! Thanks Richard! We will be back!!VerifiedArielle W2023-06-12Incredible Experience This was our second time in Costa Rica and second time booking with Richard!! He is a kind, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable surf instructor and person! He immersed himself in the water with us to give pointers and encouragement. He practices safe surfing techniques while also giving the best vibes possible! We will most definitely book with him when we return again! Do not hesitate to book with him, you will not regret it!
Experience the thrill of catching waves, while also learning new techniques from our team. Come and join us, and let’s get surfing! Whether you are a skilled surfer or a beginner, our surfing class caters to all levels. With our instructors and safe equipment, you can be confident in your ability to master the waves. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embark on a thrilling and educational adventure.
Guests ages 6 and up can attend.
May more people join this class too, depending on the level and circumstance.
There will be one instructor per two or three students, depending on the conditions.
The activity level for this experience is moderate.
The skill level for this experience is beginner.
Not recommended for travelers with back problems.
Not recommended for pregnant travelers.
Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
Not allowed to take any or show up under any drugs or sustances that affect the class performance.
Not wheelchair accessible.
Guests can cancel up to 24 hours before the start of the experience to receive a full refund.
Santa Teresa is a small fisherman village still with a divine touch, gleaming sandy beaches, exuberant nature, bright sun joins everyday on the face and sun tanning of the locals and visitors. From a laid back town on the western edge of Peninsula de Nicoya to a world-class surfing spot, excellent place for beginners and intermediates to grow up their surfing. Consistent waves and safe conditions for novices. A magic spot, for high performance and professional surfers. Besides surfing, Santa Teresa offers a variety of things to do.