Learn to Surf in Costa Rica
Beginner-friendly waves, expert instructors, and proven methods that get you riding real waves faster than you thought possible.
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Learn to Surf in Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Welcome to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp — the best place to learn to surf in Costa Rica.
Whether it’s your first time in the ocean or you’re new to surfing, our beginner surf school is designed to help you catch real waves with confidence. With ideal learning conditions in Tamarindo and step-by-step instruction, you’ll progress faster than you imagined.
Our experienced coaches teach you everything you need to know: ocean safety, surf etiquette, reading waves, and understanding conditions. With daily in-water lessons and video analysis, most beginners are standing, riding, and improving within their first week.
But surf camp is more than lessons. You’ll stay at our beachfront hotel, enjoy breakfast every morning, join surf seminars and weekly events, and have unlimited access to over 300 surfboards. Round-trip transportation from Liberia Airport is included.
Since 2001, thousands of travelers have learned to surf with us and created unforgettable memories in Costa Rica.
Reserve your spot and start your surf journey today — we’ll be ready when you are.
Beginner Surf School in Costa Rica
Since 2001, thousands of guests have learned to surf at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo. Our beginner surf school is built to help you progress quickly, with coaching from some of the most experienced instructors in Costa Rica.
When you join our program, you won’t just learn to surf — you’ll have an incredible time doing it. Surfing becomes more than a new skill. It becomes a passion, a lifestyle, and the beginning of your surf journey.
Beachfront Location
Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is the only surf camp in Tamarindo located directly on the beach. From your room, you can walk to the waves in just a few steps — no shuttles, no waiting, no hassle. Just pure surf.
Staying right on Tamarindo’s main break means you’re always in the heart of the action. Wake up, check the waves, and paddle out whenever the conditions are best. It’s the perfect setup for an unforgettable surf vacation in Costa Rica.
Ideal Waves for Learning
Tamarindo is home to some of the most beginner-friendly waves in Costa Rica. The waves break gently over a sandy ocean bottom, creating a safe, predictable, and supportive environment for learning.
Locals consider Tamarindo a true learning beach — a place where beginners feel comfortable, not crowded or intimidated. You’ll catch more waves, build confidence quickly, and progress faster thanks to these ideal, forgiving conditions.
Expert Surf Instruction
Our instructors have taught thousands of beginners how to surf. They’re passionate, patient, and among the most experienced coaches in Costa Rica.
When you join our surf school, you’re paired with a dedicated personal coach who’s fully committed to your progress. You’ll learn everything you need to build real surfing skills — from ocean safety, surf etiquette, and wave prediction to proper positioning, paddling technique, and how to confidently stand and ride your board.
By the time your week is over, you’ll leave as a confident surfer ready to paddle out at your local break — or anywhere your surf journey takes you.
Friendly and Fun
Surfing isn’t just about technique — it’s about joy, connection, and shared adventure.
At Witch’s Rock, you’ll be surrounded by people just like you: first-time surfers and curious travelers from all over the world. You’ll learn together, laugh together, and build confidence side by side. And chances are, you’ll leave with new friends and unforgettable memories that last long after your trip.
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Witch's Rock Surf Camp
has Surf Camp Vacations for Everyone.
Beginner surf school packages include:
Our beginner surf school program includes daily 2-hour surf lessons with an expert instructor. 1 instructor to 3 students max.
Learn the fundamentals of surfing. Gain confidence as we teach you the rules, how to stand up, and how to surf. By the end of your week, we guarantee you’ll be up and riding waves.
A Saturday-Saturday reservation is suggested, but not required. Guests can stay more or less than 7 days, and trips can start on any day of the week.
Watch video footage of yourself surfing and receive constructive feedback from your surf instructors.
This is one of the most powerful tools to help improve your surfing. These video files are yours to keep.
Our daily surf seminars are great oppurtunities to socialize and possibly learn something new!
Seminars include:
- Ocean Safety
- Proper Paddling
- Surf Etiquette
- Surf Science
- Surfboard Design
- History of Surfing
On Friday, we take you on a surf trip to another beach so you can practice your skills in more challenging conditions.
On Friday night we host a graduation party. Watch a custom video memorializing your week at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp and receive your diploma.
Whether you need help choosing the perfect board for your first lesson, or you are an experienced surfer who doesn’t want to pay the fees to bring your board, we have what you need.
You can test and change boards as many times as you like all day long. We have over 250 surfboards in our rental fleet: long boards, mid-range, shortboards, and alternative shapes by Firewire, Robert August, Von Sol, Walden, and more.
This isn’t your normal free breakfast.
Choose from anything on the menu in our beachfront restaurant Eat at Joe’s. Prepare for your big day of surfing with large portions of tasty beach grinds.
We provide free airport transportation
to and from the Liberia International Airport in our air conditioned vans on Saturdays. Arriving another day of the week? No problem, we can pick you up at your convenience for $96
If you are arriving by other means, please contact us for information and we can help you out.
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