Surf Lessons: Family-Friendly Beach Experience

Dive into thrilling surf lessons with certified lifeguards in Sámara. Perfect for all ages and skill levels. Book now for fun and safety!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Sámara Ticos Surf School - Each class ranges from 1 hour to 90 minutes, depending on conditions and the participant’s needs. Afterward, you can continue practicing with your board either immediately or at a later time! Every lesson starts with a briefing tailored to the student’s level, covering position, safety, and surfboard handling. The…
What's Included
  • Free surfboard rental after your surf lesson to keep practicing
  • We provide you with rashguards to protect you from the sun
  • Locker
  • Feel free to use our refreshing shower right on the beach after your surf
Additional Information

Tico’s is a family-operated business with over 17 years of experience and a deep passion for our work. We prioritize your safety, ensuring all instructors are certified lifeguards. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or advanced surfer, book your lessons with us for guaranteed fun and safety at every level and age. We enjoy teaching families, young…

Location
Sámara Ticos Surf School
Find us directly on the beach between Gusto Restaurant and Treehouse Inn Hotel at Playa Sámara, Guanacaste, Costa Rica! Follow the orange signs and flags to find us or simply give us a call if you don't see us right away :)
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Gerrit-jan
May 1, 2026
Great surf school, good and patient teachers - A wonderful surfing lesson and beautiful experience. Javier and Lisa give clear instructions. Our children aged 8 and 10 went with Lisa and were right at ease. Both surfing equally. With me Javier was super patient and eventually within an hour or so sifted through the waves a few times. Super fun to do. Tico Surfschool is highly recommended and Javier and Lisa are tops!
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Onair56542936607
Apr 26, 2026
Surf lessons with the family (children 3+5) - I was with my family in Samara and we spontaneously did a family course. My two children 3+5 did it the first time and had mega fun. Our teacher Lisa was just great.
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Marcyinnes
Apr 26, 2026
I learned to surf! - My friend and I had a surf lesson with Japheth. He was so helpful and accommodating, spoke excellent English and clearly broke down all the steps to getting up on a surf board. We had plenty of time in the water to practice with him and he gave us lots of encouragement and tips to help our form. Definitely worth it if you want to learn to surf. Samara is a perfect beginners beach! Highly recommended.
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Navigate28645904334
Apr 14, 2026
Amazing family surf lesson! - Our family surf lesson with Javier and Jafer will be a memorable experience we are very grateful for. They were so good with the kids and we all were able to ride the wave standing on our first or second try!
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H2657focarmenv
Apr 13, 2026
Recommended and very funny - The surf lesson was mega fun and we all had equal successes. At the beginning, some theory was explained and technique was practiced on the land and then we quickly went into the water, where our teacher Zlatan (I don't know if the name is spelled correctly) instructed us great and helped us to catch the right wave. We were 4 people in the group, which resulted in short waiting times because it was one by one. But if the waves came quickly, the teacher had to wait until we were back.
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Genevieve
Apr 12, 2026
Great experience! - Took a lesson with my husband: it was my first time and we had a lot of fun! Our instructor (Santham?) was very friendly and experienced, he was very helpful!
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Laura4000
Apr 12, 2026
Great fun! - Had a great time with Treasure teaching us to surf! Super patient and very enthusiastic, encouraging instructor. Defo recommend. Easy to leave bags there,provided with rash vests and good quality boards. Plus the lesson includes another 2 hours hire for the next 3 days,which is ideal so we will be back tomorrow for more surfing! Toilets available and close to plenty of places to grab food/drink after.
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S3030kqmelindab
Apr 10, 2026
5 star rec! Great company and great experience. - Did surf lessons withe another family April 4, 2026. We were 4 adults and 4 kids (ages 7-10) and Ticos was absolutely amazing. Instructors were great, excellent instruction prior to water, check-in was easy, offered beautiful photos for great price and everyone was able to get up multiple times. Company reached out day prior to move up our surf time due to ages of our kids and surf for that day which made it a better experience for everyone. Bring cash for discount and would recommend to anyone! Kind and very knowledgable.
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Explore816282
Apr 10, 2026
Surfing lessons - Fantastic experience. Very good instructor and friendly staff
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Katrienm64
Apr 13, 2026
Surf lesson - My children (6 and 8y) took a surfing lesson for the first time. First they got a very clear theoretical explanation and then they went into the water with Lisa. She was very patient, sweet and enthusiastic. They both managed to stay on the shelf and loved it. Photos were also taken. I think we'll get that tomorrow. The children are already very excited! Top experience!
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From $70
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).