Tamarindo Beach Surfing: Private Lessons with Local Experts at Sea Native Surf Co
4.9
56 Ratings
Tamarindo
Experience the surf of a lifetime at Tamarindo Beach with Sea Native Surf Co. Private lessons with local experts, cold water provided, and insider tips on Costa Rica.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Pico Bistro Tamarindo - When you arrive at the surf spot, we will work together to pick out the perfect board and rash guard for you. Next, we will begin with a brief, informative theory lesson on land where you will learn everything you need to know about safety and how to get up on the board. Once everyone feels confident, we will head out in the water and spend the rest of the time catching and shredding waves! After the lesson, we will come back to the spot and bottles of water will be provided to everyone that surfed.
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Surf Board and Rash Guard
Additional Information

With Sea Native Surf Co you will get the surf experience you’ve been dreaming of having in Costa Rica! Our instructors are local and have endless knowledge about the waves of Tamarindo. We bring the energy, passion, and good vibes into each lesson. We are located at Tamarindo Beach, one of the best beaches to learn to surf in the world! All year round, there are consistent waves perfect for everyone. Looking for a bigger wave? Ask us about going to a bigger break!
Never surfed in your life? Been surfing for years and want to improve? No need to worry! Our surf school is experienced with all skill levels. With our thoughtful and detailed coaching, we can help you succeed no matter what you wish to accomplish.
After your lesson, we will provide cold water for all surfers. We invite you to stay around and enjoy the beach with us! Have questions about what to do, where to eat, etc? We are more than happy to answer all your questions and chat with you about all things Costa Rica!

Location
Pico Bistro Tamarindo
Please find your way to Pico Bistro. You can park in the parking lot adjacent if necessary. Next to Pico and in front of the parking, you will see the lifeguard tower. We are the surf school to the left of the lifeguard tower (if you are facing the water).
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(56 Ratings)
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409kellid
Jun 4, 2024
Family surfing! - Andric and Gustavo were excellent instructors and very patient with our family. Would recommend them to anybody and we will be going back to them very soon.
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Christyth541bj
Jun 4, 2024
Best surfing lesson! Great price, fantastic experience! - I was quite apprehensive that I would struggle to be able to surf...55 years old and the instructor was fantastic and I now LOVE surfing! Thank you so much! I had a private lesson; you could not beat the price!!
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Kevin_m
May 29, 2024
Fun experience - Good instructors. Worth the money. Professional and easy to understand. Simple instructions and got up the first session.
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Susan_b
May 13, 2024
Excellent - My daughter and I arrived not knowing what to expect- it was our first time . Thanks to the instructor with his patience and guidance we were able to enjoy our experience!!!! Susie 🩷
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Kerryoi2730cw
May 1, 2024
Exactly what I wanted-a solid, private surf lesson - Was exactly what I signed up for. Jose, my instructor, was kind and patient. Recommend using these guys, for sure. Was easy to book and easy to find them.
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Waleed_a
Apr 19, 2024
10/10 definitely recommend, wont regret. - Sophie here, my husband booked a surf lession with these guys for me.. mind you..I never surfed in my life before... and this was very memorable experience. Guatavo, the one who taught my lesson, was amazing at keeping me calm. Safe. Confident even though I had no prioir experience. Read me like a book in the first 2 minutes of meeting. He was very calm and chill which helped when it came to taking the lesson into the beach. Prior to lesson in the beach. They provided a rash guard as well. Didnt make me feel pressured throughtout. Always asking ans making sure if im okay. Very experienced surfer. 10yrs+ ! If you have fear that you wont be able to do it.. don't. He will have your back and definitely at the end of the lesson you will know how to ride the wave! I would 100% recommend these guys! At the end of the lesson, i was suprised with a fresh coconut. + water for refreshment. Definitely recommend these guys!
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Randylin_b
Apr 16, 2024
Great day with great surf hosts! - Josh and crew were amazing instructors and hosts! They provided a perfect experience for the 4 of us! We were more than thrilled with the experience and would implore people to get their surfing lessons there!!
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Kenneth_k
Apr 6, 2024
Great Experience! - Great experience with fantastic instructors - very skilled and patient with our 8 year who was a first timer. Highly recommend!.
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Zachb2018
May 23, 2024
Laying so much pipe I'm called "The Plumber" - All in all I had a great experience with the actual surf lesson. Joshua was awesome and very detailed. Joshua stepped in for a "no show" instructor. I try to be understanding because even though the person who was supposed to meet me at 6 am never showed, I try to imagine reasons instead of getting angry. I was waiting on the beach with no instructor in sight and no response from the text I sent back to the number that I received the day before for confirmation. So finally Joshua finally came over and gave me an update. A bit later he came over with the surfboards and it was game on. I understand that some folks who provide services in Tamarindo don't live there and some don't have the same access to transportation that I do. I learned to keep things loose while in Costa Rica and err on the side of consideration. So I'll let that slide and I comment about the tardiness because it's important to have realistic expectations.
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Merel_k
Apr 17, 2024
Too expensive for what you get - The instructors were all very nice and welcoming. Though the lesson itself was not of any extraordinary quality, it was more of an opportunity to get some practice in rather than a lesson. Moreover, the lesson ended up being only an hour and I think that 50 dollars was a little much to pay.
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