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Private Costa Rica Surf Lessons

CATCH YOUR WAVE.

Learn to surf where the Pacific meets Costa Rica. Get private instruction, time in the water and a personalized introduction to one of the experiences that defines the Pura Vida lifestyle.

Lesson Style Private Instruction
Duration 2.5 Hours
Group Size Up To 4 / Instructor
Beaches Carmen + Hermosa
Learn In Costa Rica

DON'T JUST
WATCH THE
WAVES.

Jungle Boy Tours private surf lesson in Costa Rica

Costa Rica isn't the place to stay on the sand.

Jungle Boy Tours connects travelers with private surf instruction designed to help beginners understand the basics, build confidence and spend real time learning in the Pacific.

Whether you're trying surfing for the first time or simply want personal guidance while visiting Santa Teresa, the goal is simple: get comfortable, have fun and get you into the waves.

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Choose Your Beach

TWO BEACHES.
ONE GOAL:
SURF.

Historical Jungle Boy Tours materials offered private lessons at Playa Carmen and Playa Hermosa. Current beach selection may depend on conditions, ability level and availability.

Playa Hermosa

Private Surf Lesson

Original listing: 2.5-hour private lesson at Playa Hermosa.
  • 2.5-hour lesson
  • Private instructor
  • Playa Hermosa location
  • About 10 minutes north of Playa Carmen historically
  • Maximum 4 guests per instructor
  • Current inclusions should be confirmed
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Surf lesson experience on a Costa Rica beach
Private Instruction

LEARN.
PADDLE.
STAND UP.

A private lesson gives your instructor more time to focus on your positioning, timing, safety and confidence instead of managing a large group.

Start On The Sand Learn body position, board basics and the movement before entering the water.
Read The Water Your instructor helps you understand where to enter and how to approach the waves.
Get Personal Coaching Smaller groups allow more feedback throughout the experience.
Get Into The Waves Put the basics into practice and experience surfing in Costa Rica.
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YOUR FIRST WAVE MIGHT HAPPEN IN COSTA RICA.

Beginners Couples Families Small Groups
Your Lesson

FROM THE SAND
TO THE WAVE.

Every lesson can vary with ocean conditions and ability, but private instruction gives you a structured way to learn instead of simply renting a board and hoping for the best.

01

Meet Your Instructor

Get situated, review the lesson plan and prepare your equipment.

02

Learn The Basics

Practice positioning, paddling, pop-up technique and basic safety.

03

Enter The Pacific

Take what you practiced on land and begin applying it in the water.

04

Catch Waves

Get coaching as you practice timing, balance and riding the wave.

Built For Travelers

YOU DON'T
HAVE TO BE
A SURFER.

You just need to want to try. Jungle Boy Tours can help match your group with the appropriate lesson option based on current conditions and availability.

First-Time Surfers

Private instruction is a much better starting point than figuring everything out alone.

Couples

Turn your Costa Rica beach day into an experience you can learn together.

Families

Ask about current participation requirements and the right lesson setup for your family.

Small Groups

Historical lessons allowed up to four guests per instructor.

Surfer riding a Pacific wave in Costa Rica
Surf Costa Rica

TRADE THE
BEACH CHAIR
FOR A BOARD.

Santa Teresa's surf culture is part of the experience of visiting the southern Nicoya Peninsula. Even if surfing isn't normally part of your life, this is the place to try it.

Private Coaching More individual attention while you learn.
Real Pacific Surf Learn in the destination itself rather than an artificial environment.
Equipment The historical Playa Carmen package included board and rashguard.
Vacation Memory You'll remember your first wave longer than another afternoon by the pool.
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Surf Lesson FAQ

BEFORE
YOU PADDLE.

Ocean conditions and lesson arrangements can change. Contact Jungle Boy Tours for current details specific to your travel dates and group.

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The historical Jungle Boy Tours listings describe both Playa Carmen and Playa Hermosa private lessons as 2.5 hours.

The historical Playa Carmen package specifically included the surfboard and rashguard. Confirm current equipment inclusions when booking.

The original listing states a maximum of four people per instructor.

Ask Jungle Boy Tours which location is best for your group. Beach choice may depend on current conditions, your experience, transportation and availability.

Private lessons are designed to provide individual instruction, but current swimming, age and participation requirements should be confirmed before booking.

Complete the Jungle Boy Tours booking form with your preferred date, number of surfers, lodging area and preferred beach if known.

Book A Private Surf Lesson

YOUR
FIRST WAVE
STARTS HERE.

Tell us your travel date, number of surfers, experience level and where you're staying. Jungle Boy Tours can confirm the available beach, instructor and equipment details.

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