Surf Lessons in Santa Teresa
Individual surf coaching tailored to your skill level and goals
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Our surf lessons in Santa Teresa provide personalized instruction for surfers of all abilities. Whether you're taking your first paddle out or working on advanced techniques, our certified surf instructors deliver focused coaching that accelerates your progression in some of Costa Rica's most consistent and beautiful waves.
Each surf lesson is customized to your current ability, learning style, and goals. With small group sizes (maximum 6 students per instructor) or private sessions available, you receive the individual attention needed to build solid fundamentals and advance your surfing safely and confidently.
Choose Your Lesson Format
Flexible options to match your learning style and schedule
Group Lessons
Join a small group of like-minded surfers for an energetic and social learning experience. Our instructors maintain low student-to-teacher ratios to ensure everyone gets personalized feedback.
Best for: Budget-conscious surfers, social learners, first-timers
Semi-Private Lessons
Share your lesson with a friend or small group while receiving more individualized coaching. Perfect for couples, families, or friends who want to learn together.
Best for: Couples, families, friends traveling together
Private Lessons
Receive undivided attention from your surf coach with fully personalized instruction. We tailor every aspect of the lesson to your specific needs and goals for maximum progression.
Best for: Rapid improvement, specific technique work, flexible scheduling
What to Expect in Your Surf Lesson
A structured approach to learning
Every surf lesson in Santa Teresa follows a proven teaching methodology designed to build confidence and competence in the water. Here's what a typical lesson includes:
Beach Theory & Warm-Up (20 min)
We start on the beach with ocean awareness training, surf etiquette, and equipment introduction. Learn to read waves, identify rip currents, and understand lineup dynamics. Dynamic stretching prepares your body for surfing.
Pop-Up Practice & Technique Drills (15 min)
On the sand, we practice the proper pop-up technique, stance, and balance fundamentals. Repetition on land builds muscle memory before entering the water.
In-Water Instruction (90 min)
Your instructor guides you into the waves, demonstrating wave selection and timing. Beginners start in whitewater; intermediates and advanced surfers paddle out to the lineup. We provide hands-on assistance and real-time coaching throughout.
Video Review & Feedback (20 min)
Many sessions include video analysis where you watch footage of your surfing and receive specific tips for improvement. This accelerates learning by showing you exactly what to adjust.
Our Certified Surf Instructors
Learn from experienced local coaches
All surf lessons at Zeneidas Surf Garden are taught by certified instructors with years of teaching experience and deep knowledge of Santa Teresa's surf breaks. Our instructors are not just skilled surfers—they're passionate teachers who understand how to break down complex movements into learnable steps.
Your Surf Progression Path
From first wave to advanced maneuvers
Foundation Building
Pop-up technique, whitewater riding, balance, ocean awareness
Stand up and ride whitewater waves to shore
Green Wave Transition
Paddling technique, wave selection, timing, angling on unbroken waves
Catch and ride unbroken green waves
Technique Refinement
Bottom turns, generating speed, cutbacks, reading the lineup
Link multiple turns, surf different breaks
Advanced Coaching
Barrel riding, aerials, critical sections, competition coaching
Master advanced maneuvers and bigger waves
Why Choose Our Surf Lessons?
Perfect Learning Conditions
Santa Teresa offers warm water (no wetsuit needed), gentle beach breaks for beginners, and challenging point breaks for advanced surfers—all within walking distance. Year-round consistent surf means ideal learning conditions every day.
Small Group Sizes
We maintain a maximum 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio in group lessons, ensuring you get personal feedback and aren't lost in a crowd. Many surf schools in Costa Rica have 10+ students per instructor.
Video Analysis Included
We film your sessions and review the footage with you, pointing out areas for improvement. Seeing yourself surf is one of the fastest ways to correct technique and accelerate learning.
Top-Quality Equipment
All lessons include surfboards, leashes, rash guards, and wax. We have a wide range of board sizes and types to match your skill level and the day's conditions.
Flexible Scheduling
Book single lessons or multi-lesson packages. We surf when conditions are best—often early morning or late afternoon—and adjust schedules based on tides and swell.
Beyond Just Surfing
Combine your surf lessons with yoga, ice baths, and our beachfront community. Many students book accommodation with us to create a complete surf and wellness experience.
Ready to Book Your Surf Lesson?
Flexible packages to fit your schedule
Whether you want a single lesson to try surfing or a multi-day package to build solid skills, we have options for every goal and budget.
All lessons include equipment, video analysis, and expert instruction. Accommodation packages available.
Start Your Surf Journey Today
Join hundreds of satisfied students who learned to surf at Zeneidas Surf Garden. Our surf lessons in Santa Teresa combine expert instruction, perfect waves, and an unforgettable Costa Rica experience.
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