Tamarindo Beach Surfing: Private Lessons with Local Experts at Sea Native Surf Co

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: 24 hours
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…
What's Included
  • Surf Board
  • Rash Guard
Additional Information

With Sea Native Surf Co, you will get the local, Costa Rican surf experience you’ve been dreaming about. Our instructors are all native to the area, and each one has endless knowledge about the surf. We are known for our good vibes, Pura Vida mentality, and our passion for surfing. Surfing is all about having fun and living in the moment, and that is…

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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Seanll9713vr
Aug 10, 2025
5* Experience - First Time Surfing - I had the most amazing experience taking my first surfing lesson here. They were great at teaching and helping gain confidence and I cannot wait to go back to Tamarindo and surf again. 5 stars and would definitely recommend using them.
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Lxd2025
Aug 3, 2025
Unforgettable Surf Lesson in Costa Rica! - I had the chance to take a surf lesson during my stay in Costa Rica, and it was absolutely amazing! 🌊 The beach was stunning, the waves were perfect for beginners, and the overall vibe was super relaxed. The instructor was incredibly patient, friendly, and motivating — he made me feel comfortable right away. Thanks to his guidance, I managed to stand up on the board during my very first session, which I didn’t think was possible! 🤙
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Sarah_b
Apr 20, 2025
Excellent and fun first... - Excellent and fun first surfing experience for 5 kids (ages 8-14) and 2 adults. Gave great directions to meet the instructors. The set up was a little underwhelming when we first arrived, but the instructors were patient, kind, encouraging and gave great instruction. All 7 of us were able to get up on the boards and surf. Overall a fun and memorable day for all of us!
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975taral
Apr 9, 2025
Great Family Fun Surf Lessons - Edwing taught our 3 teenage girls and their old parents to surf. He was very patient and kept everyone safe. All 3 of the girls were up within the first few tries, I can’t say the same for us old folks but it was fun to learn together and try. Also very reasonably priced compared to other outfits in Tamarindo!! Ask for Edwing he was awesome!
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Kimmulchey
Apr 9, 2025
Wonderful group of teachers - Had a lesson for myself and my 10 year old with Johnny and Gustavo the first day. They were very attentive and helpful. We both learned a lot quickly, rode lots of waves and had a lot of fun. We returned the next day for a lesson for my other son and Johnny taught him as well. Excellent experience. Money well spent. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for lessons. Pura Vida !
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Kimberly_w
Apr 1, 2025
Great class & 1 on 1 instruction! - Edwar was a fantastic instructor! Super nice, great explanations in English or Spanish and very helpful with my first time surfing. Very laid back and I was able to stand and catch several waves. Advice for first time & sensitive skin - wear longer bottoms to protect your legs from chafing on the board if you can, so you can get the most out of the class. Thank you!!
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Jenni_g
Mar 27, 2025
Best place to get lessons - We had a great time! Our group had never surfed before and all of us were able to get up and surf. Can’t say enough good things!
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G3239ojannag
Mar 24, 2025
Edwin is the best surf instructor! :) - I never have surfed in my life, but with Edwin as my instructor I learned so much! I caught so many waves! He has a great attention to detail and thoroughly explains the correct body positions. He has a wealth of knowledge so ask lots of questions! We had so much fun surfing with Edwin and can’t recommend his lesson enough.
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Georgedrago
Mar 24, 2025
Best activity in Tamarindo - We had an excellent time out there with Edwin. He was knowledgeable, supportive, and fun to hang out with. If you’re holding off because it’s embarrassing to be an adult that sucks so bad at something, forget all that and go. They’ll get you up a few times, you’ll fall a bunch, and you’ll have a blast just hanging out in the water with your friends and Edwin. The smoothie at the end was a lifesaver, totally forgot about that.
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862ileanar
Aug 8, 2025
Terrible - Would not recommend. First of all they were overbooked. It was supposed to be a private lesson and they had four people booked. When we got there, the guy I was on the phone and started lesson 20 minutes late . Was completely preoccupied and talking to others instead of teaching her . Pretty much gave her a very brief basic lesson ((nothing like all the other instructors I was watching) then he grabbed a random guy and pushed us off on him so he could tend to others . The instructor was ok but quit 20 minutes early because he was hungry . Find another surf company for sure
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From $50
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).