Epic surf-lessons at beautiful Samara beach

Join our fun international team at Playa Samara for surf lessons that will truly improve your skills. Feel safe, welcomed, and have the best time of your life catching waves!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ebais - Our surf lessons last for 2 hours. We begin with 30 minutes of theory on land, where we discuss surfing at your level, safety, your goals for the lesson, practice movements on land, and warm up before heading into the water to catch waves. Our lessons are tailored to your comfort and enjoyment, ensuring you have the best time. It’s all…
What's Included
  • Rash-guard and surfboard included in lessons.
Additional Information

Welcome to our family-owned surf school nestled on the stunning beach of Samara. Our passion lies in teaching surfing and helping clients enhance their skills while having the time of their lives. Join us to ride incredible waves in a picturesque setting. We know the perfect secluded surf spot away from the crowds.
Our team is a vibrant, international…

Location
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We will meet our clients at the beach parking lot in Cangrejal, located right by the entrance to Samara Beach. We will decide a time for the surf-lesson in advance. We will send more detailed directions to our clients privately when they book their lesson with us.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Ztakk
Sep 10, 2025
Fantastic option for surfer kids - We visit Samara every summer, and this year we were lucky enough to discover Sofie and Tuanis Surf School. Our daughter started surfing in Samara when she was seven, and has always really enjoyed it. This summer, at age ten, she surfed with Sofie at least a dozen times and had an absolute blast. Our daughter also really improved her technique this year. Sofie couldn't have been nicer and is a top notch instructor with a variety of boards for different skills levels. We can't wait to surf with Sofie when we're back!
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Brigittelf8692jm
Aug 15, 2025
Best surfing experience in Costa Rica - By far, the best experience we had as a family in Costa Rica! Sofie, Rory and (forgot the other instructor’s name - sorry!) were SO nice and helpful. We are a family of 4 with children age 4 and 7 and all got to stand up and surf. Sofie was very insightful on security tips for the children and we, parents, were able to surf with the peace of mind that our children were being taken care of AND had a lot of fun. I took extra time to choose a surfing school so everyone had a memorable time. If you are looking for a family-friendly experience, search no more - Tuanis Surf School was incredible.
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132julieh132
Aug 2, 2025
The coolest thing you will do in Playa Sámara even if you are afraid of the big ocean waves! - Our family just completed a 3-day beginner surf package with Tuanis Surfing School, and it was truly one of the highlights of our trip. We came in as total beginners—limited to no board sport experience - and I was especially nervous since I’m not a strong swimmer and can’t tread water. But Playa Sámara is a perfect place to learn: the water stays shallow for a long stretch, which made me feel comfortable and safe the whole time. Sophie and Rory were incredibly patient and encouraging with all of us. They were especially wonderful with our son Ethan—always keeping a close eye on him and making sure he was okay. Rory was with him the first day the entire lesson to help him navigate the ocean waters with the board. During later lessons, when he got tumbled by a wave while playing around, Sophie immediately swam out to him without hesitation. It gave us such peace of mind to know they were always looking out for us. Each day, we made real progress. On day one, we were just trying to get our footing. By day three, we were catching waves, turning left and right—and Ethan even learned to switch stance mid-ride! Sophie and Rory gave such clear and thoughtful guidance that everything felt doable, even for total beginners. My husband and I are nearing our 50s, so to be able to experience surfing together at this stage in life felt really special. Whether or not we keep practicing in the future if opportunities come up, we now understand what surfing is all about—and that in itself feels like such a cool accomplishment. We’re also very grateful that our 10-year-old, Ethan, had such a positive first experience with surfing—something he may grow to develop into a healthy and confidence-building skill or hobby in the future. Huge thanks to Sophie and Rory for creating such a supportive, safe, and fun learning environment. We’ll always remember this experience with a big smile.
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Bert_cli
Jul 18, 2025
Absolutely recommended - Children (teenagers) have taken first steps in surfing and after 2 hours of lessons and tips from Sophie they could already do a lot. Enjoy surfing the waves. Were extremely excited. Absolutely recommended to do this. And then as an extra plus, quiet and beautiful bay.
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227violeth
Jul 3, 2025
Super fun!!! - We had the best time ever! Sofie was an amazing instructor and we learned so much. She provided rash guards and boards. The beach is beautiful and not busy in the morning. My sister and I had a blast!
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Piratetrucker
Jun 15, 2025
The greatest surfing teachers! - I have always wanted to surf and I got that opportunity with Tuanis. Sofia and Rory were the absolute greatest teachers. So supportive and framed things in terms that were easy to grasp and improve upon. Plus they are genuinely awesome people who helped me with more than just surfing while in Samara. I would surf with them everyday if I could and I will do so again. I cannot recommend them enough.
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Matildac753
Mar 13, 2025
Surfing Samara - Sofie and Rory were absolutely amazing! Incredibly talented and educational, highly recommend! Have had some amazing days with the best surf instructors in the world, thank you!
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353vilmau
Mar 13, 2025
Surfing in Sámara - Me and my friends had three amazing surf days with Sofie and Rory. The best surf instructors in the world, we learned so much!
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Freedom59467332391
Jan 7, 2025
Fun family surf lesson - We had a great beginner surf lesson for our family of four including our 11 and 8-year-old kids. Sofie and Rory were great instructors and had all of us getting up and riding waves within a few tries. They were knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and fun. Sofie also gave us some great recs about other activities around Sámara, where to rent boards to go again on our own, and surfing at our next stop in Nosara. This was my daughter’s first experience surfing, and afterwards she wanted to rent boards and go again. We also enjoyed Sofie and Rory’s restaurant / hang-out spot Oasis, where we had two good meals and enjoyed the shower, pool, and deck upstairs. Highly recommend!
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Florence
Jan 2, 2025
A fun and uncomplicated surfing experience - The four of us went surfing twice for 2 hours each time with Tuanis and learnt lots and can really recommend them. Sofie gave us recommendations on board types and sizes as well as contacts for the next part of Costa Rica (Tamarindo), where we spent time surfing too. A really great, feel-good experience
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From $60
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).