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TERESA sURF CO.

Surf lessons, for all levels, in beautiful Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

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Catch Your First Wave (or Your Best One Yet!)

Surfing is more than a sport - it’s a feeling.

At Teresa Surf Company we focus on having a fun time, safety, and learning at your own pace.

We treat every lesson as an opportunity to help you improve your technique and become more confident with the ocean. Whether it’s your first lesson, or you’ve been surfing for years, we’ll create a personalized experience that will help you see improvement after every class.

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LEARN TO SURF IN PARADISE

Our goal is to make every surf lesson fun, safe, and meaningful!

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A black and white illustrative logo of an elefant, utilizing a wave and a fin.
A black and white illustrative logo of an elefant, utilizing a wave and a fin.

Our lessons include

  • Friendly, experienced surf instruction

  • All surf equipment (board, fins, leash, etc.)

  • Land training and surf theory like board control, popping up, wave timing, riding techniques and more

  • 70 - 90 minutes in the water with hands-on coaching

  • Plenty of waves, smiles, and laughs

  • Option to add on photos and videos

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sURF LEVELS

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  • No previous experience needed

    • Catch your first whitewater wave, assisted by your instructor

    • Learn how to pop up

    • Do your first turns on white water

    • Get an understanding of surf etiquette, safety and rules

    • Challenge yourself to catch your first knee high green wave in deeper waters

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  • One week of surfing experience

    • Surf green waves from the line-up, assisted by your instructor 

    • Try to catch a green wave by yourself 

    • Learn how to behave and move in the line-up

    • Choose the right direction to turn

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  • Around 2 months of surfing experience

    • Become a more independent surfer

    • Practice basic tricks and manuevers

    • Understand different types of waves and parts of the wave

    • A deeper understanding of the surf forecast 

    • Maximize your paddling technique

    • Option to add on video analysis

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  • Around 2 years of surfing experience

    • Surf Guiding is designed for independent surfers who have mastered the fundamentals and are ready to explore new surf spots and maximize wave count during a surf trip

    • Option to add on photos and videos

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WHY CHOOSE US

  • Friendly and passionate instructors with more than 10 years of coaching experience

  • All of our instructors are certified lifeguards

  • Small groups = more waves & personalized feedback

  • We choose the best ocean conditions based on your level

  • All equipment included—just bring good vibes

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For information about pricing and to book your dates, reach out on WhatsApp

 FAQs

  • Not at all! Most of our students are first-timers. We’ll teach you everything step by step, starting on the beach.

  • All you need is a swimsuit and a good attitude. We advise bringing water and sun block. We provide all necessary equipment for the lesson (board, fins, leash, rash guard, etc.)

  • We love working with people of all ages and often teach lessons to children and families! We have worked with people from ages 3 - 75. As long as you are comfortable being in the water then we can help you learn to surf.

  • Yes! Safety comes first and the beaches near Santa Teresa are some of the best in the world for learning to surf. Plus, our instructors are experienced, trained, and always keeping an eye on conditions so you can relax and enjoy the waves.

  • Everyone does—and we promise it’s no big deal. You’ll laugh, shake it off, and paddle back out for the next one.

  • Yes! We have a team of photographers and videographers that can capture your session from the land, the water or the air.

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