Surfing
The School of the World’s Costa Rica Surf program is designed to help everyone be a better surfer, from first time beginners to seasoned surfers, our instructors will help you take your surfing to the next level! We’ve been teaching travelers to surf year round since 1997, and we are one of the most established and well respected Surf Schools in Costa Rica. Learn to surf in the warm waters of Costa Rica any week of the year, and combine surfing with any of our other programs to have the Learning Vacation of a Lifetime! Get ready to drop in!
The School of the World’s Costa Rica Surf program is designed to help everyone be a better surfer, from first time beginners to seasoned surfers, our instructors will help you take your surfing to the next level!  We’ve been teaching travelers to surf year round since 1997, and we are one of the most established and well respected Surf Schools in Costa Rica. Learn to surf in the warm waters of Costa Rica any week of the year, and combine surfing with any of our other programs to have the Learning Vacation of a Lifetime! Get ready to drop in!
Sun's out! Surf's up!
Costa Rica is home to some of the best surf in the world. Playa Jacó, our home beach, and nearby Playa Hermosa are widely regarded as the most consistent surf spots in the country, and this means that no matter what time of the year you come, the conditions will be great for learning to surf! The water is warm year-round and the variety of breaks(surf spots) in the area ensures plenty of waves for all skill levels and uncrowded waves for everyone.
“The best surfer out there is
the one having the most fun.”
– Duke Kahanamoku
“The best surfer out there is the one having the most fun.”
– Duke Kahanamoku
About Surf
Beginners learn the basics of paddling, standing, and turning, as well as wave selection and other fundamental skills from our instructors, some of the best and most experienced in the country. Intermediate and Advanced surfers can hone their skills and explore many of the best breaks in the area.
We offer a Surf Intensive program that provides intensive surf coaching to get you to the next level. You will travel to the best surf spot that day, depending on swell and conditions, and surf 4 hours with one on one coaching from our head surf instructor. *The Surf Intensive program is only available for advanced surfers*
Our instructors have completed rigorous international surf instructor and ocean lifesaver training, so you will feel comfortable and safe in the water. Here at School of the World we have been teaching people to surf day in and day out since 1997. In addition to the daily surf sessions, we also incorporate land based balance training and photo + video review sessions into our programs.
A typical day . . . Surfing
1) Surf classes are 2 hours per day, Monday- Friday. The surf schedule will change weekly based on the tides.
2) Everyone meets in the lounge about 15 minutes before class time to chat, grab your gear, and load your board on to our surf trailer. Then we’ll jump in one of our old Surf vans and take a quick ride to the beach. At the beach we’ll check out the waves and our instructors will pick the best spot for class.
3) Mid-week we all meet in the lounge for our Surf video analysis session. Be prepared to laugh a little, and learn a lot as our instructors analyze your surfing and coach you towards being a better surfer.Â
4) If you’re taking any of our course combos, the surf schedule is designed to give you at least 10 minutes between surf sessions and your other classes. Keep in mind that depending on your course combo, you may be in class for up to 7 hours per day.
5) Weekends are yours to do what you like. It is a great time to explore the area,  travel independently, go to the local surf competition, zipline, or just relax by the pool.
CHECK OUT OUR COURSE COMBOS AND PRICES
1 Class
DESCRIPTION
Learn to surf
or improve your surfing.
Perfect for Beginner
or Intermediate surfers.
SCHEDULE
2 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $534 per week
Private from $813 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $993 per week
Homestays from
$534 per week
Classes Only from
$363 per week
DESCRIPTION
Immersive Surf program.
Designed for beginner
and intermediate surfers.
SCHEDULE:
4 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $714 per week
Private from
$993 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1173 per week
Homestays from
$714 per week
Classes Only from
$543 per week
DESCRIPTION:
Surf the best breaks
in the area.
*Advanced surfers only*
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SCHEDULE:
4 hours per day M-F
Room type:
Shared from $758
per week
Private from
$1037 per week
Private Deluxe
from $1217 per week
Homestays from
$758 per week
Classes Only from
$587 per week
2 Class Combo
DESCRIPTION
Learn to Surf
and speak Spanish!
From beginner
to Advanced. We’ll
help you get better!
SCHEDULE
5 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $714
per week
Private from
$993 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1173 per week
Homestays from
$714 per week
Classes Only from
$543 per week
DESCRIPTION
Learn to Surf
and practice Yoga.
A perfect balance
for your body and
mind.
SCHEDULE
3-1/4 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $714
per week
Private from
$993 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1173 per week
Homestays from
$714 per week
Classes Only from
$543 per week
DESCRIPTION
Learn to Surf
and develop your
photography skills.
Great for all levels.
Beginner to Advanced.
SCHEDULE
4 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from
$714 per week
Private from
$993 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1173 per week
Homestays from
$714 per week
Classes Only from
$543 per week
DESCRIPTION
Learn to Surf and
learn how to shoot
Video.
Great for all levels.
Beginner to Advanced.
SCHEDULE
4 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $714
per week
Private from
$993 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1173 per week
Homestays from
$714 per week
Classes Only from
$543 per week
3 Class Combo
DESCRIPTION
Learn Surf,Â
Spanish, and Yoga!!
From beginner
to Advanced. We’ll
help you get better!
SCHEDULE
6-1/4 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $758 per week
Private from
$993 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1173 per week
Homestays from
$758 per week
Classes Only from
$587 per week
DESCRIPTION
Learn to Surf,
develop your
Photo skills
and practice Yoga!!
From beginner
to Advanced. We’ll
help you get better!
SCHEDULE
5-1/4 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $758 per week
Private from
$993 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1173 per week
Homestays from
$758 per week
Classes Only from
$587 per week
DESCRIPTION
Learn to Surf,
develop your
Videography and practice
Yoga!!
From beginner
to Advanced. We’ll
help you get better!
SCHEDULE
5-1/4 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $758 per week
Private from
$993 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1173 per week
Homestays from
$758 per week
Classes Only from
$587 per week
1 Class
DESCRIPTION
Learn to surf
or improve your surfing.
Perfect for Beginner
or Intermediate
surfers.
SCHEDULE
2 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $534 per week
Private from $813 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $993 per week
Homestays from $534 per week
Classes Only from $363 per week
DESCRIPTION
Immersive Surf program.
Designed for
beginner and intermediate surfers.
SCHEDULE:
4 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $714 per week
Private from $993 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1173 per week
Homestays from $714 per week
Classes Only from $543 per week
DESCRIPTION:
Surf the best breaks in the area.
*Advanced surfers only*
Â
SCHEDULE:
4 hours per day M-F
Room type:
Shared from $754 per week
Private from $1037 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1217 per week
Homestays from $758 per week
Classes Only from $587 per week
2 Class Combo
DESCRIPTION
Learn to Surf and speak Spanish!
From beginner
to Advanced. We’ll
help you get better!
SCHEDULE
5 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $714 per week
Private from $993 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1037 per week
Homestays from $714 per week
Classes Only from $543 per week
DESCRIPTION
Learn to Surf and practice Yoga
A perfect balance
for your body and
mind.
SCHEDULE
3-1/4 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $714 per week
Private from $993 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1173 per week
Homestays from $714 per week
Classes Only from $543 per week
DESCRIPTION
Learn to Surf and develop your
photography skills.
Great for all levels.
Beginner to Advanced.
SCHEDULE
4 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $714 per week
Private from $993 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1173 per week
Homestays from $714 per week
Classes Only from $543 per week
DESCRIPTION
Learn to Surf and
learn how to shoot
video.
Great for all levels.
Beginner to Advanced.
SCHEDULE
4 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $714 per week
Private from $993per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1173 per week
Homestays from $714 per week
Classes Only from $543 per week
3 Class Combo
DESCRIPTION
Learn Surf, Spanish, and Yoga!!
From beginner
to Advanced. We’ll
help you get better!
SCHEDULE
6-1/4 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $758 per week
Private from $1037 per week
Private Deluxe from $1217 per week
Homestays from $758 per week
Classes Only from $587 per week
DESCRIPTION
Learn to Surf, develop your
Photo skills and practice Yoga!!
From beginner
to Advanced. We’ll
help you get better!
SCHEDULE
5-1/4 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $758 per week
Private from $1037 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1217 per week
Homestays from $758 per week
Classes Only from $587 per week
DESCRIPTION
Learn to Surf, develop your
Videography and practice Yoga!!
From beginner
to Advanced. We’ll
help you get better!
SCHEDULE
5-1/4 hours per day M-F
PRICE BY ROOM TYPE
Shared from $758 per week
Private from $1037 per week
Private DeluxeÂ
from $1217 per week
Homestays from $758 per week
Classes Only from $587 per week
