# Witch's Rock Surf Camp > Stay up to date with our Costa Rica surf camp blog. Get valuable insights, surf tips, and information on the best surf camp in Costa Rica. --- ## Pages - [Robert August](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/legend-robert-august/): Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is stoked to be working with Robert August, star of the most influential surf movie of all time: The Endless Summer. - [Rates](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pricing/): Costa Rica Surf Camp Packages Rates, Tamarindo. All prices are per person and include Accommodations for 7 Nights. - [Live Surf Cam](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-live-surf-cam/): See what’s happening right now on Tamarindo Beach. Our live surf cam shows wave conditions, wind, and weather. - [Contact Us](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/contact-us/): Ready to surf in Costa Rica? Contact Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo and let us help you plan your perfect surf vacation. We’ll handle the rest. - [Costa Rica Surf Camp Demo Center](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/demo-center/): Travel hassle-free and save money with our surfboard rental program. Discover high-quality surfboards for every level at our Demo Center. - [Guest Reviews](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guest-reviews/): Discover the ultimate Costa Rica Surf Camp experience in beautiful Costa Rica through authentic guest reviews. - [Surf Reports](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-reports/): Costa Rica Surfing Camp - This is what the waves are looking like right now along Playa Tamarindo and Playa Grande. - - [menu](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/menu/): Get inspired by unique restaurants menu concepts that can transform your dining experience and delight your guests. - [Camara de Surf en vivo en Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/camara-de-surf-en-vivo-en-tamarindo/): Nuestras cámaras de surf en vivo están transmitiendo en vivo desde Playa Tamarindo. Campamento de Surf Costa Rica - [Contactanos](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/contactanos/): Campamento de Surf Costa Rica Contacto | Witch's Rock Surf Camp - [Vacaciones familiares de Surf](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/vacaciones-familiares-de-surf/): Las mejores vacaciones familiares de surf están en Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, con programas de surf para todas las edades y habilidades. - [Paquetes de Surf](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/paquetes-de-surf/): Witch's Rock Surf Camp ha estado ofreciendo Vacaciones de Surf para todos los niveles desde 2001. Campamento de Surf Costa Rica - [Viajero Solitario](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/viajero-solitario/): Los mejores viajes de surf en solitario son garantizados con Witch's Rock Surf Camp en Tamarindo, Costa Rica - [Campamento de Surf y Hotel de Playa en Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/campamento-de-surf-y-hotel-de-playa/): Bienvenido a nuestro Campamento de Surf y Hotel en playa Tamarindo, para que puedas disfrutar de sus vacaciones de surf en Costa Rica - [Tours Avanzados de Surf](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/tours-avanzados-de-surf/): Tours Avanzados de Surf. Nuestros viajes de Avanzado lo llevan en bote o en buseta a las mejores olas que Costa Rica tiene para ofrecer. - [Programa de Surf Nivel Intermedio](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/programa-de-surf-para-nivel-intermedio/): El Programa de Surf Nivel Intermedio de Witch's Rock mejorará rápidamente tu surfing. | Campamento de Surf Costa Rica - [Campamento de Surf Tamarindo Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/campamento-de-surf-costa-rica-escuela-de-surf-costa-rica/): Disfruta de la mejor experiencia de Campamento de Surf en Costa Rica con Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Paquetes de surf para todos los niveles - [Escuela de surf para principiantes](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/escuela-de-surf-para-principiantes/): Aprende a Surfear en una semana garantizado - Escuela de Surf para principiantes en Tamarindo Costa Rica - Witch's Rock - [Gracias por contactarnos](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/gracias-por-contactarnos/): Gracias por contactarnos. Su mensaje ha sido recibido y pronto nos comunicaremos con usted por teléfono o correo electrónico. - [Videos - Witch's Rock Surf Camp](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/video/): Get ready to catch some waves! Check out our Surf Camp in Costa Rica videos for insights into our epic surf experiences. - [Donation](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/donation/): Join us to help support the most affected families in the Tamarindo area. Your donations make a real difference. - [Demo Center](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/demo-center/): Surf Like a Pro at the Witch’s Rock Demo Center – Tons of Surfboards Available to Rent and Buy! https://youtu.... - [The World's Best Guide for Surfing in Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/best-guide-for-surfing-tamarindo/): The World's Best Guide for Surfing in Tamarindo Costa Rica, surf spots description and information | Witch's Rock Surf Camp. - [Podcast](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/podcast/): Welcome to the Get Out and SURFING podcast, brought to you by Joe Walsh in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. We talk about surfing in Costa Rica. - [Newsletter Signup Thank You](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/newsletter-signup-thank-you/): Join us at Witch's Rock Surf Camp! Thanks for getting on board, and enjoy newsletters tailored for your surfing adventures. - [Contact Thank You Page](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/contact-thank-you-page/): Thank you for reaching out! Your message is received, and the Contact Thank You Page has resources to enhance your trip. - [Las Palmeras Playa Grande Surf Spot](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/palmeras-playa-grande-surf-spot/): Learn everything about the Las Palmeras Playa Grande Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - [Playa Grande Surf Spot](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-spot/): Learn everything about the Playa Grande Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - [Palm Beach Playa Grande Surf Spot](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/palm-beach-playa-grande-surf-spot/): Learn everything about the Palm Beach Playa Grande Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - [Tamarindo Rivermouth Surf Spot](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-rivermouth-surf-spot/): Learn everything about the Tamarindo Rivermouth Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - [Tamarindo Beach Break Surf Spot](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-beach-break-surf-spot/): Learn everything about the Tamarindo Beach Break Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - [Pico Grande Tamarindo Surf Spot](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pico-grande-tamarindo-surf-spot/): Learn everything about the Pico Grande Tamarindo Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - [Pico Pequeno Tamrindo Surf Spot](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pico-pequeno-tamarindo-surf-spot/): Learn everything about the Pico Pequeno Tamrindo Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - [Henry's Left Tamarindo Surf Spot](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/henrys-left-tamarindo-surf-spot/): Learn everything about the Henry's Left Tamarindo Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - [Henry's Right Tamarindo Surf Spot](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/henrys-right-tamarindo-surf-spot/): Learn everything about the Henry's Right Tamarindo Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - [Casitas Playa Grande Surf Spot](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/casitas-playa-grande-surf-spot/): Learn everything about the Casitas Playa Grande Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - [Isla Capitan Tamarindo Surf Spot](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/isla-capitan-tamarindo-surf-spot/): Learn everything about the Isla Capitan Tamarindo Surf Spot in our comprehensive Surf Spot Guide & Map. - [Capitan Suizo Tamarindo Surf Spot](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/capitan-suizo-tamarindo-surf/): Learn everything about the Capitan Suizo Tamarindo Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - [Privacy Policy](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/privacy-policy/): Privacy Policy. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected | Tamarindo Costa Rica - [Thank Volcano Beer](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/thank-volcano-beer/): Get your coupon for a free pint of Volcano Beer! Thanks for contacting us, check your email for the details. - [The Story of Witch’s Rock](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrsc-history/): Learn the story about Witch's Rock Surf Camp, how we started by driving a school bus from San Diego to Tamarindo in 2001 and never looked back. - [Single Traveler](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/single-traveler-the-best-solo-surf-trips-in-costa-rica/): Join the ultimate solo surf trip in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Beachfront hotel, expert coaching, great waves, and a fun social vibe for single travelers. - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/frequently-asked-questions/): Want to know more about Witch's Rock Costa Rica Surf Camp in Tamarindo? Check out our comprehensive Frequently Asked Questions. - [Surf Resort](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-resort/): Stay at our beachfront surf camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Enjoy ocean-view rooms, surfboard rentals, two restaurants, a surf shop, and local craft beer. - [Hotel Accommodations](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-hotel/): Book your stay at our beachfront surf hotel in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Enjoy epic waves, expert coaching, and all-level surf packages in one amazing location. - [World Class Waves](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/access-to-world-class-waves/): Costa Rica is home to world-class surf. Let Witch’s Rock Surf Camp take you to uncrowded point breaks, beach breaks, and reef waves. - [Surf Shop](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-shop/): Our Tamarindo surf shop has everything including surfboards, suits and boardshorts, quality sunscreen, surf wax, surf leashes, etc. - [Eat at Joe’s](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/eat-at-joes/): Eat at Joe’s is Tamarindo’s famous beachfront surf diner. Open every day since 2001 for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7am – 10pm - [El Vaquero](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/el-vaquero-brewpub/): El Vaquero Brewpub is Tamarindo’s local favorite beach hangout. Keep an eye on the waves while eating lunch and dinner. - [Pueblo Dorado](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pueblo-dorado/): Hotel Pueblo Dorado in Tamarindo immediately puts you into the Pura Vida Costa Rica mindset from the moment you walk through the front doors. - [Why Visit Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/location/): Find out why visit Tamarindo, a perfect blend of natural beauty, diverse activities, and a welcoming beach town atmosphere. - [Volcano Brewing](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/volcano-brewing-company/): What’s the next best thing after surfing? Great beer, of course! Volcano Brewing Company produce high quality craft beer. - [Surf Packages](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-packages/): Discover the top surf packages in Costa Rica at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Stay beachfront, surf every day, and enjoy expert instruction. - [Podcast](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pirate-radio/): Witch’s Rock Pirate Radio – Radios de Costa Rica Every Friday 5pm-7pm Witch’s Rock Surf Camp and Costa Rica’s Radio2... - [Intermediate Surf Program](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/intermediate-surf-program/): Take your surfing to the next level in Costa Rica. Join our guided program with top coaches, boat tours, and perfect waves at Witch’s Rock. - [Family Surf Vacations](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/family-surf-vacations/): Plan the ultimate family surf vacation in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Enjoy beachfront lodging, expert coaching, and surf packages for all ages and abilities. - [Costa Rica Surf Camp - All-Inclusive Surf Trips Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/): Experience the #1 Costa Rica Surf Camp in Tamarindo. All-inclusive surf vacations with expert coaching, beachfront lodging. - [Advanced Surf Tours](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-tours/): Surf Costa Rica with Witch's Rock Surf Camp. We provide Costa Rica Surfing Tours. Guided surf tours to the best spots. - [Beginner Surf School](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/beginner-surf-school/): Learn to surf at the best Costa Rica Surf School. All levels welcome. Join Witch’s Rock Surf Camp for surf lessons, hotel, and fun waves! - [404 Error, content does not exist anymore](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/404-error-page/): Encountering the error content does not exist anymore? Learn about potential reasons and how to navigate the issue effectively. - [Tamarindo Tide Chart](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tide-chart/): Check today’s tide chart for Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Plan your surf session with accurate high and low tide times from Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. - [Community Involvement](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/community-involvement/): Community Involvement. Witch's Rock Surf Camp wants to give back to the local community | Witch's Rock Surf Camp Tamarindo. - [Deals & Specials](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/deals-and-specials/): Discover our latest surf deals and special offers in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Save big on all-inclusive surf trips at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. - [Friends](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/friends/): Meet the friends and partners who help make Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo an epic place to surf, stay, eat, and grow the surf community. - [Cancellation Policy](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/cancellation-policy/): Important Information Regarding our Booking and Cancellation Policy | Witch;s Rock Surf Camp Tamarindo Costa rica - [Directions](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/directions/): Find your way to Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Follow the simple directions from Liberia Airport or take advantage of our free transportation. - [Witch’s Rock & Ollie’s Point](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-and-ollies-point/): Witch’s Rock is one of Costa Rica’s best surf spots. Ollie’s Point, a legendary right-hand point break, offers perfect waves for an unforgettable surf adventure. - [Surfboard Rentals](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfboard-rentals-tamarindo/): Explore Surfboards Rentals Tamarindo for your surfing needs. Rent high-quality boards and save on baggage fees easily. - [Blog](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/blog/): Stay up to date with our Costa Rica surf camp blog. Get valuable insights, surf tips, and information on the best surf camp in Costa Rica. --- ## Posts - [Top 5 Best Surf Spots in Costa Rica’s Pacific Region](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/top-5-best-surf-spots-in-costa-rica/): Explore the top 5 surf spots on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast. Find out where to surf, when to go, and how to get there in this guide. - [Costa Rica Surf Vacation Planning: Budget, Seasons, and Packing Tips](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-surf-trip-planning/): Plan your Costa Rica surf trip with confidence. Get tips on when to go, what to pack, and how much to budget for the perfect surf vacation. - [Surf Captain’s Recommended Trip for All Surf Levels](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/best-surf-trip-costa-rica/): Planning a surf trip? Discover the best all-level surf experience in Costa Rica with expert coaching, ideal waves, and beachfront lodging in Tamarindo. - [Kids Surf Free: The Ultimate Guide to the Best Family Surf Camp in Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/best-family-surf-camp-in-costa-rica/): Explore the Best Family Surf Camp in Costa Rica for an unforgettable surfing adventure and family bonding experience. - [South Swell Season 2025 — Why May to October Is the Best Time to Surf Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/best-time-to-surf-costa-rica-2025/): Experience the South Swell Season Is ON. Surf Costa Rica with perfect conditions and low crowds from May to October. - [Why I Keep Coming Back to Surf in Tamarindo (And Why You Should Too)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/why-i-keep-coming-back-to-surf-in-tamarindo-and-why-you-should-too/): Discover why Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is the best surf vacation destination for surfers of all skill levels. - [10 Ways We’re Making Your Next Surf Trip the Best One Yet](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/10-ways-were-making-your-next-surf-trip-the-best-one-yet/): Unlock the secrets to an unforgettable surf experience. Make Your Next Surf Trip the Best One Yet with our expert advice. - [Top 10 Surf Spots in North Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/best-10-surfing-spots-costa-rica/): Read about the best surf spots in Costa Rica. These are the top 10 surf spots in the Tamarindo area. Looking to surf Costa Rica? Call us at 1-888-318-7873 - [Guide to Get Stoked Surf Witch’s Rock at the Perfect Time](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guide-to-get-stoked-surf-witchs-rock-at-the-perfect-time/): Looking for the perfect time to surf at Witch's Rock? Our guide has you covered. Find out when the Northwest swells. - [October at Witch's Rock Surf Camp A Surfer's Guide to Rainy Season Perks](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/october-at-witchs-rock-surf-camp-a-surfers-guide-to-rainy-season-perks/): Discover the magic of October at Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Costa Rica. Experience consistent waves and post-rain surf conditions. - [Early October Raw Surf Report 2024](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/early-october-raw-surf-report-2024/): Early October Raw Surf Report 2024 - [Save Time Fly from San José to Tamarindo’s Best Waves](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/save-time-fly-from-san-jose-to-tamarindos-best-waves/): Experience the best waves in Tamarindo without the hassle. Save Time: Fly from San José to Tamarindo for the Best Waves - [Learning to Surf in Your 40s: Todd Decker’s Journey at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/todd-deckers-surf-journey/): Discover the inspiring story of Todd, a 40-something who learned to surf at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. It's never too late to start surfing! - [A Surf Trip to Costa Rica Where Your Room is Free. No Joke](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-surf-trip-to-costa-rica-where-your-room-is-free-no-joke/): Experience the ultimate budget-friendly surf trip to Costa Rica with our Free Room Fall promotion. Stay in a beachfront room for free. - [Why Choose a Family Surf Vacation at Witch's Rock Surf Camp?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/family-surf-vacation-costa-rica/): Find out why a family surf vacation at Witch's Rock Surf Camp is the perfect choice. From beginners to experienced surfers. - [What Are the Surf Conditions Like in Tamarindo, Costa Rica During July?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-are-the-surf-conditions-like-in-tamarindo-costa-rica-during-july/): Discover the surf conditions in Tamarindo, Costa Rica during July. Watch our video playlist to see the magic of the Green Season! - [What a Week in the Intermediate Surf Program is Like at Witch’s Rock Costa Rica Surf Camp?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-costa-rica-surf-camp-intermediate/): Explore how the Intermediate Surf Program is at Costa Rica Surf Camp through Melany and Jimmy's exciting vlog experience. - [Why Witch’s Rock in Tamarindo Is the Best Surf Camp in Costa Rica?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-best-surf-camp-in-costa-rica-for-every-surfer/): Surf perfect waves in Tamarindo with beachfront lodging and expert coaching. Discover why Witch’s Rock is Costa Rica’s favorite surf camp. - [Overhead Waves in Tamarindo May 18 - 25, 2024 Surf Recap](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/overhead-waves-in-tamarindo-may-18-25-2024-surf-recap/): Overhead Waves in Tamarindo May 18 - 25, 2024 Surf Recap - [Extended! Family Surf Months: Kids Surf Free in July & August](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/extended-family-surf-months-kids-surf-free-in-july-august/): Join us in Costa Rica for Family Surf Month in July and August. Kids surf for free when adults enroll in our surf programs - [South Pacific Swell Hits Guanacaste - April 2024 Surf Report](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/south-pacific-swell-hits-guanacaste-april-2024-surf-report/): South Pacific Swell Hits Guanacaste - April 2024 Surf Report - [South Pacific Swell Season: Why It's Prime Time for Costa Rica!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/south-pacific-swell-season-why-its-prime-time-for-costa-rica/): Experience the epic South Pacific Swell Season in Costa Rica. Constant powerful waves, empty lineups, and gentle winds await you. - [Setting Sail with Surf Captain: A Game-Changer We're Proud to Partner With](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/setting-sail-with-surf-captain-forecast/): Witch's Rock Costa Rica Surf Camp - Surf Captain Forecast: The evolution of wave forecasting we chase and find the perfect swell. - [Costa Rica Surf Camp: Your Ultimate Surf Adventure Awaits](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-surf-camp-your-ultimate-surf-adventure-awaits/): Experience the best surf camp in Costa Rica. All levels welcome, perfect waves in Tamarindo. Your ultimate surf adventure starts here! - [2023's Top 5 Apps for Surfers](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-top-5-surf-apps/): Top 5 Surf Apps. In today’s technological age, we are a mere click away from accessing infinite amounts of information. - [Why Surfing Is A Lifestyle of Joy and Connection](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/why-surfing-is-a-lifestyle-of-joy-and-connection/): Explore the surfing lifestyle and why it brings pure joy and a deeper connection. Discover the magic of riding waves. - [September Swell 2023 Tamarindo Goes Big](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/september-swell-2023-tamarindo-goes-big/): September Swell 2023 Tamarindo Goes Big - [A New Vision Of Surfing With Malakai Martinez](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-new-vision-of-surfing-with-malakai-martinez/): Learn about Malakai Martinez, a talented surfer from Costa Rica, and his inspiring journey from a wave-loving grom to a professional. - [Dear Mr. Robert…](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/dear-mr-robert-august/): Dear Mr. Robert August - Witch's Rock Surf Camp Post - [Firewire Longboards: TJ Pro Model Board Review](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/firewire-longboards-tj-pro-model-board-review/): Take your longboarding to the next level with the Firewire TJ Pro Model. Designed for advanced surfers, offers performance and precision. - [The ever changing river](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-ever-changing-river/): Explore the fascinating world of river mouths and estuaries. Discover how these ever-changing environments impact surfing experiences. - [Riding with Dos Locos: Your Gateway to the Legendary Waves of Witch’s Rock](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/riding-dos-locos-witchs-rock-waves/): Experience the thrill of Witch's Rock with our newest addition, the Dos Locos power catamaran. Surf legendary waves in comfort and style. - [A Commitment to Safety: How Witch's Rock Surf Camp Trains Its Coaches for Water Rescue](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-commitment-to-safety-how-witchs-rock-surf-camp-trains-its-coaches-for-water-rescue/): Step into the world of surf coaching and lifeguard training. Follow the journey of surf coaches as they embark on a commitment to safety. - [Wave Rider in the Making: How Mary Achieved Her Surfing Dream](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wave-rider-in-the-making-how-mary-achieved-her-surfing-dream/): Witness the amazing journey of New York actress Mary Davis as she conquers the waves at Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Costa Rica. - [Pack for Any Surf Trip: The Ultimate Checklist!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pack-for-any-surf-trip-the-ultimate-checklist-2023/): Get ready for your surf trip with our ultimate packing checklist. Don't miss a single item for the perfect surf experience. - [Costa Rica Surf School - Learn to Surf in Paradise](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-surf-school-learn-to-surf-in-paradise/): Explore your passion for surfing at a top-rated Costa Rica Surf School with classes for all skill levels, from beginner to expert. - [Take it Slow and Enjoy Tamarindo: Rent a Golf Cart](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/take-it-slow-and-enjoy-tamarindo-rent-a-golf-cart/): Discover the joy of cruising Tamarindo with a golf cart rental. Enjoy a fun and stress-free way to explore the town. - [When Under the Radar Swell hits Tamarindo January 2023](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/when-under-the-radar-swell-hits-tamarindo-january-2023/): When Under the Radar Swell hits Tamarindo January 2023 - [Firewire Evo Helium Surfboard Review](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/firewire-evo-helium-surfboard-review/): One of the benefits of working for Witch's Rock Surf Camp is having access to a wide range boards, Firewire Evo Helium Surfboard Review - [Halloween surfing in Tamarindo, the spookiest thing happened!!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/halloween-surfing-in-tamarindo-the-spookiest-thing-happened/): Join us for Halloween surfing in Tamarindo! Experience thrilling waves, spooky festivities, and unforgettable memories this Halloween season. - [We sent the drone to Playa Grande and found THIS](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/we-sent-the-drone-to-playa-grande-and-found-this/): Discover the breathtaking beauty of Playa Grande captured by our drone. Watch the captivating video and experience the stunning scenery. - [Questions and Answers about Costa Rica Surf Camps](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/questions-and-answers-about-costa-rica-surf-camps/): Planning a surf trip to Costa Rica? Get all your questions about surf camps in Costa Rica answered in our helpful guide. - [Longboarding in Avellanas early morning in October - Costa Rica Drone Video in HD](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/longboarding-in-avellanas-early-morning-in-october-costa-rica-drone-video-in-hd/): Experience the thrill of longboarding in the early morning in Avellanas in October. Watch the video to see the amazing ride! - [Avellanas - Oct 5, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-oct-5-2022/): Get the latest Avellanas surf report for optimal wave conditions. Stay informed and catch the best waves this season. - [Shelter from the storm - finding longboard waves along the south bay of Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/shelter-storm-longboard-waves-tamarindo/): Calling all longboard enthusiasts! Uncover the top longboard waves along the south bay of Tamarindo with this captivating video. - [Tamarindo Longboard Beaver - September 27, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-longboard-beaver-september-27-2022/): Treat yourself to the tropical goodness of Tamarindo Longboard Beaver. Enjoy the exquisite taste of this unique and refreshing beverage. - [Costa Rica Surf Report - Marbella, Guanacaste September 22. 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-surf-report-marbella-guanacaste-september-22-2022/): Costa Rica Surf Report - Marbella, Guanacaste September 22. 2022 - [Surfing Tamarindo - Surf Report September 19, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfing-tamarindo-surf-report-september-19-2022/): Surfing Tamarindo - Surf Report September 19, 2022 - [The Mid-Length Surfboard Movement | Rob Machado's Seaside & Beyond](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/mid-length-surfboard-movement-rob-machado-seaside-and-beyond/): Explore the world of Rob Machado's Seaside & Beyond and get inspired by the pure fun and connection with the waves. - [This week we gave the mic to the Nguyen family](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/this-week-we-gave-the-mic-to-the-nguyen-family/): Discover why the Nguyen family chooses our surf camp time and time again. Read their heartfelt testimonial. - [Joe's Tiki Hut Turns Boho Chic in an Epic Remodel](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/joes-tiki-hut-turns-boho-chic-in-an-epic-remodel/): Discover the transformation of Joe's Tiki Hut at Witch's Rock Surf Camp into a boho chic paradise. Beachfront accommodations. - [Surfing Playa Grande - Surf Report August 12, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfing-playa-grande-surf-report-august-12-2022/): Surfing Playa Grande - Surf Report August 12, 2022 - [Longboarding just outside of Tamarindo- Surf Report August 10, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/longboarding-just-outside-of-tamarindo-surf-report-august-10-2022/): Experience the exhilaration of longboarding near Tamarindo. Find out where to go and get ready for an unforgettable adventure. - [Longboard waves at Casitas - Surf Report August 6, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/longboard-waves-at-casitas-surf-report-august-6-2022/): Experience the joy of longboarding on the beautiful waves at Casitas. Perfect for surf enthusiasts of all levels. - [Longboard Waves At One of Playa Tamarindo's best peaks, Pico Grande - Surf Report August 3, 2022.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/longboard-waves-at-one-of-playa-tamarindos-best-peaks-pico-grande-surf-report-august-3-2022/): Experience the thrill of longboard waves at one of Playa Tamarindo's best peaks. Watch the video to see the action! - [Great Lakes Surf Festival August 13, 2022 | Celebrating STOKE in Muskegon, Michigan](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/great-lakes-surf-festival-michigan/): Get ready for the ultimate surf experience at the Great Lakes Surf Festival in Muskegon, Michigan Join us for a weekend of epic surfing, - [A Clean Afternoon At Playa Tamarindo - Surf Report July 30, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-clean-afternoon-at-playa-tamarindo-surf-report-july-30-2022/): Discover the beauty of Playa Tamarindo with a clean afternoon. Explore the pristine beaches and breathtaking scenery. - [Another Fun Day At Playa Avellanas - Surf Report July 28, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/another-fun-day-at-playa-avellanas-surf-report-july-28-2022/): Another Fun Day At Playa Avellanas - Surf Report July 28, 2022 - [Fun Waves at Playa Avellanas- Surf Report July 26, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/fun-waves-at-playa-avellanas-surf-report-july-26-2022/): Fun Waves at Playa Avellanas- Surf Report July 26, 2022 - [Discover the Best Costa Rica Surf Camps All-Inclusive Packages](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/discover-the-best-costa-rica-surf-camps-all-inclusive-packages/): Experience the best surf camps in Costa Rica with all-inclusive packages. Get everything you need for an epic surf adventure. - [Small Day at Tamarindo and Casitas- Surf Report July 23, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/small-day-at-tamarindo-and-casitas-surf-report-july-23-2022/): Small Day at Tamarindo and Casitas- Surf Report July 23, 2022 - [Great Waves at Playa Langosta's River Mouth - Surf Report July 20, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/great-waves-at-playa-langostas-river-mouth-surf-report-july-20-2022/): Great Waves at Playa Langosta's River Mouth - Surf Report July 20, 2022 - [The Firewire Cymatic Review A High-Performance Surfboard for Intermediate and Advanced Surfers](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-firewire-cymatic-review-a-high-performance-surfboard-for-intermediate-and-advanced-surfers/): One of the benefits of working for Witch's Rock Surf Camp is having access to a wide range boards,The Firewire Cymatic Review - [Pico Pequeño and Pico Grande - Surf Report July 18, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pico-pequeno-and-pico-grande-surf-report-july-18-2022/): Pico Pequeño and Pico Grande - Surf Report July 18, 2022 - [Playa Tamarindo - Mid-day surf session - Surf Report July 15, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-mid-day-surf-session-surf-report-july-15-2022/): Playa Tamarindo - Mid-day surf session - Surf Report July 15, 2022 - [Pico Pequeño and Pico Grande - Surf Session In Tamarindo - Surf Report July 11 , 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-pico-pequeno-grande/): Get the latest Pico Pequeño and Pico Grande surf report, including wave conditions, tides, and weather updates. - [Flying to Liberia, Guanacaste (LIR) | Tips, Hints, and Tricks for Cheaper Airfare](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/flying-to-liberia-guanacaste-cheaper-airfare/): Get insider tips, hints, and tricks for finding cheaper airfare. Make your next surf trip to Witch's Rock Surf Camp more affordable. - [Tamarindo Surf Report July 7, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-7-2022/): Tamarindo Surf Report July 7, 2022 - [Surf Report – Wednesday July 6th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-wednesday-july-6th/): Surf Report – Wednesday July 6th - [Surf Report – Monday July 4th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-monday-july-4th/): Stay updated with the latest waves in our Surf Report July. Catch all the essentials for your next surfing adventure! - [Surf Report - Saturday July 2nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-saturday-july-2nd/): Surf Report - Saturday July 2nd - [Thursday Surf Report – June 30th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/thursday-june-30th-surf-report/): Thursday Surf Report – June 30th - [Former Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Guest, Braeden Kopec, Makes Waves In The Surfing World](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/braeden-kopec-surfing-world/): Former Witch's Rock Surf Camp guest Braeden Kopec: A 5-year-old prodigy who wowed the staff with his surf skills. - [US Blanks Partners With Witch’s Rock Surf Camp As New Exclusive Distributor In Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/us-blanks-partners-with-witchs-rock-as-new-exclusive-distributor-in-costa-rica/): Attention all surfboard shapers: Witch’s Rock is the new exclusive distributor of US Blanks here in Costa Rica. - [August is Family Surf Month: Kids Surf Free!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/august-is-family-surf-month-kids-surf-free/): Surfing fun for the whole family at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Bring your kids and they surf for free! Don't miss out on this amazing offer. - [Employee Spotlight | Daniela Ortiz](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/daniela-ortiz-interview/): Employee Spotlight | Daniela Ortiz - [Witch’s Rock Surf Camp To Host Federation Of Surf Contest In Tamarindo This Weekend: April 23-24, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-contest-tamarindo-april-2022/): Join us for the reactivation surf circuit in Costa Rica. Witness thrilling surf competitions and support the Federation of Surf. - [When Is The Best Time To Surf Tamarindo?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/when-is-the-best-time-to-surf-tamarindo/): Planning a surfing trip to Tamarindo? Find out the best time to hit the waves with this detailed guide. Costa Rica Surf Camp - [Costa Rica To End All COVID-19 Restrictions On April 1, 2022](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-to-end-all-covid-19-restrictions-on-april-1-2022/): Costa Rica To End All COVID-19 Restrictions On April 1, 2022 - [Traveling to Costa Rica: Entry Protocols, Policy Changes, Easy Testing & More (April 2021)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/visiting-witchs-rock-during-covid-19/): Discover key tips for visiting Witch's Rock during COVID-19. Ensure a safe and enjoyable experience at this breathtaking destination. - [Visiting Witch's Rock During the Covid-19 Pandemic](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/visiting-witchs-rock-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/): Visiting Witch's Rock During the Covid-19 Pandemic - [The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Costa Rica Surf Camp](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-choosing-the-perfect-costa-rica-surf-camp/): Discover the perfect surf camp in Costa Rica. Experience the warm waters, consistent swells, and diverse surf spots. - [What Airlines are Coming to Costa Rica Now?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-airlines-are-coming-to-costa-rica-now/): What Airlines are Coming to Costa Rica Now? - [Playa Tamarindo Thursday September 10, 2020 - Small Fun Longboard Waves, Light Crowds, Super Friendly Vibes!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-september-10-2020/): Playa Tamarindo Thursday September 10, 2020 - Small Fun Longboard Waves, Light Crowds, Super Friendly Vibes! - [Playa Grande Wednesday September 9, 2020 - 2-4ft, Uncrowded, Light Offshores, Slightly Mixed Up But Fun](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-september-9-2020/): Playa Grande Wednesday September 9, 2020 - 2-4ft, Uncrowded, Light Offshores, Slightly Mixed Up But Fun - [Playa Grande Tuesday September 8, 2020 - Chest/Shoulder High +, Light Offshores, Improved Conditions](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-september-8-2020/): Playa Grande Tuesday September 8, 2020 - Chest/Shoulder High +, Light Offshores, Improved Conditions - [Playa Tamarindo Wednesday, September 2, 2020](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-september-2-2020/): Playa Tamarindo Wednesday, September 2, 2020 - [Playa Tamarindo, Thursday 3,September,2020](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-3september2020/): Playa Tamarindo, Thursday 3,September,2020 - [The Different Types of Surf Spots | An Overview](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-different-types-of-surf-spots-an-overview/): Explore The Different Types of Surf Spots and discover how geography and weather shape perfect waves for surfers. - [Robert August Surfboard Giveaway + 20% discount (May/June 2020)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-surfboard-giveaway-2020/): Do not miss out on the Robert August Surfboard Giveaway! Book now and be eligible for a 20% discount and a chance to win. - [The News We've All Been Waiting For](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-news-weve-all-been-waiting-for/): The News We've All Been Waiting For - [The Evolution of Witch’s Rock Surf Camp 2000 - 2020](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-evolution-of-witchs-rock-surf-camp-2000-to-2020/): This place sure has changed over the years but one thing that holds true, the community, owners, staff are the heart of the camp. Pura Vida! - [To All Our Valued Guests...](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/to-all-our-valued-guests/): To all our valued guests, learn about the current COVID-19 situation in Costa Rica and the measures taken to ensure safety. - [Employee Spotlight | Freedom Rosalda](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-spotlight-freedom-rosaldo/): Employee Spotlight | Freedom Rosalda - [It's More Than Just a Surf Camp](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/its-more-than-just-a-surf-camp/): It's More Than Just a Surf Camp - [Playa Marbella, Monday 2 March 2020](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-monday-2-march-2020/): Playa Marbella, Monday 2 March 2020 - [Board Cage Update | NEW Shop, NEW Firewires](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/board-cage-update-new-firewires/): Board Cage Update | NEW Shop, NEW Firewires - [Employee Profile: Jonathan Madrigal](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-profile-jonathan-madrigal/): Employee Profile: Jonathan Madrigal - [A Day in the Life at Witch's Rock Surf Camp](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-day-in-the-life-at-witchs-rock-surf-camp/): Explore a day in the life at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, where surf, sunshine, and relaxation create the perfect Costa Rican experience. - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday 2 February 2020](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-2-february-2020/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday 2 February 2020 - [Firewire Greedy Beaver Surfboard – Full Review & Performance Guide](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/firewire-greedy-beaver-surfboard-review/): Honest review of the Firewire Greedy Beaver surfboard. See how it performs in real waves, who it’s for, and if it belongs in your quiver. - [What's May Like in Costa Rica?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/whats-may-like-in-costa-rica/): Explore what’s May like in Costa Rica, from sunny mornings to refreshing afternoon rains, perfect for surf trips. - [Employee Profile: Diego Leal Espinoza](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-profile-diego/): Employee Profile: Diego Leal Espinoza - [8 Booking Tips for an Epic Surf Trip this 2020](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-trip-booking-tips/): 8 Booking Tips for an Epic Surf Trip this 2020 - [SURF REPORT - MONDAY 30 DECEMBER 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-monday-30-december-2019/): SURF REPORT - MONDAY 30 DECEMBER 2019 - [Get Out & Surf Podcast #49 | Chicago Surfrider vs. US Steel](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-out-surf-podcast-49-chicago-surfrider-vs-us-steel/): Join the Get Out & Surf Podcast for insights into the Chicago Surfrider's fight against US Steel, promoting environmental awareness. - [50: So This Is The End?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/50-so-this-is-the-end/): Get Out and SURF with Joe Walsh, Niki Hurren, and Patrick McNulty. Tune in to our final episode of Season 1 and discover our top picks of the year. - [Employee Spotlight : Leo Rocha](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-spotlight-leo-the-driver/): Employee Spotlight : Leo Rocha - [49: Chicago Surfrider Foundation vs. US Steel](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/49-chicago-surfrider-foundation-vs-us-steel/): 49: Chicago Surfrider Foundation vs. US Steel - [PLAYA GRANDE - MONDAY 9 DECEMBER 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-9-december-2019/): PLAYA GRANDE - MONDAY 9 DECEMBER 2019 - [Good Times at El Vaquero](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/good-times-at-el-vaquero/): Enjoy Good Times at El Vaquero, the perfect beachfront bar for drinks, dining, and stunning sunsets at Witch's Rock. - [Playa Grande - Tuesday, December 3, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-december-3-2019/): Playa Grande - Tuesday, December 3, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo -Wednesday, December 4](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-december-4/): Playa Tamarindo -Wednesday, December 4 - [48: Green Steps, Tamarindo Rivermouth, and Surfing the Strait of Juan de Fuca](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/48-green-steps-tamarindo-rivermouth-and-surfing-the-strait-of-juan-de-fuca/): Discover the latest green steps taken by Green Steps Tamarindo Rivermouth surf camp to reduce plastic waste and promote sustainability. - [What We Are Thankful For](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-we-are-thankful-for/): Join us as we explore what we are thankful for this Thanksgiving, celebrating gratitude and community at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. - [47: Californication with Paco Vega](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/47-californication-with-paco-vega/): 47: Californication with Paco Vega - [PLAYA MARBELLA - FRIDAY 22,NOVEMBER 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-friday-22november-2019/): PLAYA MARBELLA - FRIDAY 22,NOVEMBER 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo - Saturday 23, Noviembre 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-23-noviembre-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Saturday 23, Noviembre 2019 - [PLAYA GRANDE - THURSDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-november-21-2019/): PLAYA GRANDE - THURSDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2019 - [Playa Avellanas -Wednesday 20 ,November 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/paya-avellanas-wednesday-20-november-2019/): Playa Avellanas -Wednesday 20 ,November 2019 - [Playa Avellanas - Tuesday 19 November 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-19-november-2019/): Playa Avellanas - Tuesday 19 November 2019 - [Get Out & Surf Podcast #3: Transitioning From a Longboard to a Shortboard (with Paco Vega)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-out-surf-podcast-3-transitioning-from-a-longboard-to-a-shortboard-with-paco-vega/): Ready to take your surfing to the next level? Join Paco Vega as he shares insights on transitioning from a longboard to a shortboard. - [46: Expat Legal Guide To Living And Working In Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/46-expat-legal-guide-to-living-and-working-in-costa-rica/): 46: Expat Legal Guide To Living And Working In Costa Rica - [Playa Grande - Monday, November 18, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-november-18-2019/): Playa Grande - Monday, November 18, 2019 - [Playa Grande - Friday, November 15, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-november-15-2019/): Playa Grande - Friday, November 15, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo - Saturday November 16, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-november-16-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Saturday November 16, 2019 - [Employee Spotlight | Jonathan Sandoval](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-spotlight-jonathan-sandoval/): In today’s Employee Spotlight, we’re shining a light on Witch's Rock Surf Camp's longest serving media teammember, Jonathan Sandoval! - [Playa Grande - Wednesday, November 13, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-november-13-2019/): Playa Grande - Wednesday, November 13, 2019 - [45: The Great Overseas Surfboard Debate](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/45-the-great-overseas-surfboard-debate/): 45: The Great Overseas Surfboard Debate - [Playa Avellanas - Monday, November 11](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-november-11/): Playa Avellanas - Monday, November 11 - [Playa Grande – Friday 8 November 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-8-november-2019/): Playa Grande – Friday 8 November 2019 - [Playa Avellanas – Thursday 7 November 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-7-november-2019/): Playa Avellanas – Thursday 7 November 2019 - [LOCALS ONLY! Tamarindo Insider Secrets..](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/insider-secrets-tamarindo/): Discover Tamarindo insider secrets! Learn about hidden gems and inexpensive activities that will make your vacation unforgettable. - [Playa Marbella – Tuesday 5 November 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-tuesday-5-november-2019/): Playa Marbella – Tuesday 5 November 2019 - [44: Visiting Witch’s Rock Surf Camp In Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/44-visiting-witchs-rock-surf-camp-in-tamarindo/): 44: Visiting Witch’s Rock Surf Camp In Tamarindo - [Playa Avellanas - Monday 4 November 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-4-november-2019/): Playa Avellanas - Monday 4 November 2019 - [Playa Grande - Saturday 2 November 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-saturday-1-november-2019/): Playa Grande - Saturday 2 November 2019 - [Playa Grande - Friday 1 November 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-1-november-2019/): Playa Grande - Friday 1 November 2019 - [Playa Grande -Thursday October 31, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/42020-2/): Playa Grande -Thursday October 31, 2019 - [Get Out & Surf Podcast #43 - Big Wave Charger Andrew Cotton](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-out-surf-podcast-43-big-wave-charger-andrew-cotton/): Get Out & Surf Podcast #43 - Big Wave Charger Andrew Cotton - [Playa Avellanas - Tuesday 29 October 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-29-october-2019/): Playa Avellanas - Tuesday 29 October 2019 - [Playa Grande - Wednesday 30 October 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-30-october-2019/): Playa Grande - Wednesday 30 October 2019 - [43: Leave Your Ego On The Beach with Andrew Cotton](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/43-leave-your-ego-on-the-beach-with-andrew-cotton/): 43: Leave Your Ego On The Beach with Andrew Cotton - [Playa Grande - Monday 28 October 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-28-october-2019/): Playa Grande - Monday 28 October 2019 - [Playa Grande - Friday 25 october 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-25-october-2019/): Playa Grande - Friday 25 october 2019 - [How To: A Perfect Bottom Turn](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-trick-tips-the-bottom-turn/): Unlock your potential as a surfer and learn how to perform a perfect bottom turn for better waves and thrill. - [Playa Avellanas - Truesday 24 October 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-24-october-2019/): Playa Avellanas - Truesday 24 October 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday 23 October 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-23-october-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday 23 October 2019 - [Playa Grande - Tuesday 22 october 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-22-october-2019/): Playa Grande - Tuesday 22 october 2019 - [42: Bring Your Booties: A British Surf Adventure](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/42-bring-your-booties-a-british-surf-adventure/): 42: Bring Your Booties: A British Surf Adventure - [Playa Tamarindo - Monday 21 october 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-21-october-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Monday 21 october 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – Saturday 19 October 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-saturday-19-october-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Saturday 19 October 2019 - [Playa Grande – Friday 18 October 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-18-october-2019/): Playa Grande – Friday 18 October 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday 17 October 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-17-october-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday 17 October 2019 - [Employee Spotlight | Marita Obando Cruz](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-spotlight-marita-obando-cruz/): Employee Spotlight | Marita Obando Cruz - [Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday 16 October 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-16-october-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday 16 October 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – Monday 14 October 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-14-october-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Monday 14 October 2019 - [41: San Diego Surf Trip Review](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/41-san-diego-surf-trip-review/): 41: San Diego Surf Trip Review - [Playa Tamarindo – Saturday 12 October 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-12-october-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Saturday 12 October 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo - Thursday 10 October 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-10-october-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Thursday 10 October 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – Tuesday October 9, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-october-9-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Tuesday October 9, 2019 - [THIS is what an EPIC Family Surf Trip Looks Like. (Video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/family-surf-trip-video/): Discover why THIS is what an EPIC Family Surf Trip Looks Like with unforgettable moments at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. - [Playa Tamarindo - Tuesday October 8, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-october-8-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Tuesday October 8, 2019 - [40: Bird’s Surf Shed](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/40-birds-surf-shed/): Discover Bird's Surf Shed, a unique surfboard haven in San Diego, where you can ride boards and learn about surf culture. - [Pro Surfer Spotlight | Andrea Diaz](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pro-surfer-spotlight-andrea-diaz/): Pro Surfer Spotlight | Andrea Diaz - [39: There’s Function To Design (It’s Not All Fashion) with Sean Mattison](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/39-theres-function-to-design-its-not-all-fashion-with-sean-mattison/): Discover the elite line of Von Sol surfboards and the story behind Kelly Slater's 11th world title, with local surf icon Sean Mattison. - [Get Out & Surf Podcast Ep. 38 | Surviving A Crocodile Attack with Jon Becker](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-out-surf-podcast-ep-38-surviving-a-crocodile-attack-with-jon-becker/): Get Out & Surf Podcast Ep. 38 | Surviving A Crocodile Attack with Jon Becker - Costa Rica Surf Camp Post - [38: Surviving A Crocodile Attack with Jon Becker](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/38-surviving-a-crocodile-attack-with-jon-becker/): Don't miss this unbelievable story of survival. Join Jon Becker as he recounts his encounter with a crocodile. - [WRSC Employee Profile : Lavinia Pandis](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrsc-employee-profile-lavinia-pandis/): WRSC Employee Profile : Lavinia Pandis - [37: Tamarindo Wild West Stories and the Wheel Of Waves](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/37-tamarindo-wild-west-stories-and-the-wheel-of-waves/): 37: Tamarindo Wild West Stories and the Wheel Of Waves - [Cheap Flights, Rodeos, Barrels and Other Dry-Season Happenings](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/cheap-flights-rodeos-barrels-dry-season-happenings/): Cheap Flights, Rodeos, Barrels and Other Dry-Season Happenings - [36: 1 Motorcycle, 2 Surfboards, 3 Years and 10,000 Miles](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/36-1-motorcycle-2-surfboards-3-years-and-10000-miles/): 36: 1 Motorcycle, 2 Surfboards, 3 Years and 10,000 Miles - [Are there Hurricanes in Costa Rica?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/are-there-hurricanes-in-costa-rica/): Are there hurricanes in Costa Rica? Find out about past hurricane incidents and current weather patterns affecting the region. - [35: Hurricane Season](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/35-hurricane-season/): Learn about the world of surfing during Costa Rica's hurricane season. Find out how surfers take advantage of epic swells. - [A Reading List for the Intellectual Surfer](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-reading-list-for-the-intellectual-surfer/): A Reading List for the Intellectual Surfer - [34: The Sound Of Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/34-the-sound-of-tamarindo/): Join Joe Walsh, Niki, and PMAC as they discuss The Sound Of Tamarindo with local legend Jesse Bishop and his musical adventures. - [Get Out & Surf Podcast SCORES in...... Lake Michigan?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-out-surf-podcast-scores-in-lake-michigan/): Get Out & Surf Podcast SCORES in...... Lake Michigan? - [33: Great Lakes Surf Festival 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/33-great-lakes-surf-festival-2019/): Join the excitement at the Great Lakes Surf Festival 2019 in Muskegon. Experience surfing like never before on the Great Lakes. - [Moms SURF for FREE for Mother's Day](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/moms-surf-for-free/): Moms SURF for FREE for Mother's Day - [Playa Tamarindo -Monday, Augost 08, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-augost-08-2019/): Playa Tamarindo -Monday, Augost 08, 2019 - [32: Current News From The Surfing World](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/32-current-news-from-the-surfing-world/): Stay updated with current news from the surfing world, featuring the Great Lakes Surf Festival and shark sightings in Cape Cod. - [The Lucky Robert August Surfboard Winner Is...](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-surfboard-winner/): Discover the lucky winner of the Robert August Surfboard Giveaway and how they got to choose their dream surfboard. - [31: Old School Adam Greenman](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/31-old-school-adam-greenman/): Explore the journey of Old School Adam Greenman from a reservationist to a surfboard innovator for the UK surfing elite. - [Employee Profile: Maxi Waxi (bonus video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-profile-maxi-waxi-bonus-video/): Employee Profile: Maxi Waxi (bonus video) - [30: Letters To The Editor](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/30-letters-to-the-editor/): Explore the fun in Letters To The Editor with insights on surfboards, local waves, and listener questions. - [The Annexation of Costa Rica | What is it?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-annexation-of-costa-rica-what-is-it/): The Annexation of Costa Rica | What is it? - [Playa Tamarindo -Monday, July 22, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-july-22-2019/): Playa Tamarindo -Monday, July 22, 2019 - [29: Hanging Out With Langosta’s Grandpa](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/29-hanging-out-with-langostas-grandpa/): 29: Hanging Out With Langosta’s Grandpa - [NEW 2019 / 2020 Dates | All Women Surf Retreats w/ Andrea Diaz](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/its-back-2019-all-women-surf-retreats-w-andrea-diaz/): NEW 2019 / 2020 Dates | All Women Surf Retreats w/ Andrea Diaz - [Playa Grande -Tuesday, July 16, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-july-16-2019/): Playa Grande -Tuesday, July 16, 2019 - [28: Real Life Surf Ninja](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/28-real-life-surf-ninja/): Meet Grant Mccartney, a Real Life Surf Ninja. Learn about his journey as a professional surfer and American Ninja Warrior star. - [Show Us Your Sunset Contest](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/show-us-your-sunset-contest/): Join the Show Us Your Sunset Contest and share your stunning sunset photos with fellow sunset lovers and surfers! - [Playa Grande -Thursday, July 11, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-july-11-2019/): Playa Grande -Thursday, July 11, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, July 10, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-july-10-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, July 10, 2019 - [Monday, July 8, 2019 - Playa Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/monday-july-8-2019-playa-tamarindo/): Monday, July 8, 2019 - Playa Tamarindo - [27: Surfing With Your Kids (with Happy Walsh)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/27-surfing-with-your-kids-with-happy-walsh/): 27: Surfing With Your Kids (with Happy Walsh) - [Playa Grande – Thursday, July 4, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-july-4-2019/): Playa Grande – Thursday, July 4, 2019 - [Playa Grande – Friday, July 5, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-july-5-2019/): Playa Grande – Friday, July 5, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, July 6, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-july-6-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, July 6, 2019 - [WRSC Family Surf Trips: Everything you need to know.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/family-surf-trips-to-wrsc-everything-you-need-to-know/): Taking your family on a successful Costa Rica Family Surf Trips takes courage, planning, and downright luck. - [Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, July 3, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-july-3-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, July 3, 2019 - [Playa Avellanas – Monday, July 1, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-july-1-2019/): Playa Avellanas – Monday, July 1, 2019 - [Playa Avellanas – Tuesday, July 2, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-july-2-2019/): Playa Avellanas – Tuesday, July 2, 2019 - [26. Chasing Sunsets with Samba to the Sea](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/26-chasing-sunsets-with-samba-to-the-sea/): 26. Chasing Sunsets with Samba to the Sea - [Employee Profile: Xiquiu Acosta](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-profile-xiquiu-acosta/): Employee Profile: Xiquiu Acosta - [Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, June 29, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/41290-2/): Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, June 29, 2018 - [Playa Avellanas – Tuesday, June 25, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-june-25-2018/): Playa Avellanas – Tuesday, June 25, 2018 - [25: Finding Unridden Surf In Micronesia](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/25-finding-unridden-surf-in-micronesia/): 25: Finding Unridden Surf In Micronesia - [Playa Tamarindo - Monday, June 24, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-june-24-2018/): Playa Tamarindo - Monday, June 24, 2018 - [Playa Grande -Friday, June 21, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-21-2019/): Playa Grande -Friday, June 21, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo -Saturday, June 22, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-june-22-2018/): Playa Tamarindo -Saturday, June 22, 2018 - [How did you spend International Surfing Day?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-did-you-spend-international-surfing-day/): How did you spend International Surfing Day? - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, June 19, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-june-19-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, June 19, 2019 - [Playa Avellana-Tuesday June 18, 2019.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellana-tuesday-june-18-2019/): Playa Avellana-Tuesday June 18, 2019. - [24: International Surfing Day, Kiribati, and The Beach Parking Lot](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/24-international-surfing-day-kiribati-and-the-beach-parking-lot/): Join surfers around the world on June 20th for International Surfing Day! Experience the thrill of riding the waves, - [FREE ROOMS this FALL—First come, first SURF](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/free-rooms-in-fall/): Get ready for the ultimate fall deal: FREE ROOMS at our surf program! Don't miss out on this amazing offer! - [Playa Marbella - Thursday, June 13, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-thursday-june-13-2019/): Playa Marbella - Thursday, June 13, 2019 - [Playa Avellanas -Tuesday, June 11, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-june-11-2019/): Playa Avellanas -Tuesday, June 11, 2019 - [23: Exploring Dominical, Costa Rica (with Greg Gordon)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/23-exploring-dominical-costa-rica-with-greg-gordon/): 23: Exploring Dominical, Costa Rica (with Greg Gordon) - [Playa Tamarindo – Tuesday, June 4, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-june-4-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Tuesday, June 4, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo - Thursday, June 6, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-june-6-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Thursday, June 6, 2019 - [And the Surfboard Giveaway Winner is..............](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/and-the-surfboard-giveaway-winner-is/): And the Surfboard Giveaway Winner is.............. - [Playa Tamarindo - Monday, June 3, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-june-3-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Monday, June 3, 2019 - [22: How To Prepare For Medical Emergencies On A Surf Trip (with Dr. Gordon Beh)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/22-how-to-prepare-for-medical-emergencies-on-a-surf-trip-with-dr-gordon-beh/): Don't let a medical emergency ruin your surf trip. Learn how to prepare for unexpected situations and stay safe while riding the waves. - [Playa Grande – Friday, May 31, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-may-31-2019/): Playa Grande – Friday, May 31, 2019 - [NEW PODCAST — Shape Your Own Board w/ Robert August](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/last-chance-robert-august-surfboard-giveaway/): NEW PODCAST — Shape Your Own Board w/ Robert August - [Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, May 29, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-may-29-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, May 29, 2019 - [Playa Avellanas -Tuesday, May 28, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-may-28-2019/): Playa Avellanas -Tuesday, May 28, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – Monday, May 27, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-may-27-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Monday, May 27, 2019 - [21: Buying Real Estate In Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/21-buying-real-estate-in-tamarindo/): Thinking of buying property in Tamarindo, Costa Rica? Get the answers to your questions about relocating, building a house, and more. - [Employee Profile: Alonso Gonzalez aka PRU PRU](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-profile-pru-pru/): Employee Profile: Alonso Gonzalez aka PRU PRU - [Playa Tamarindo – Thursday, May 23, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-may-23-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Thursday, May 23, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – Monday, May 20, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-may-20-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Monday, May 20, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, May 22, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-may-22-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, May 22, 2019 - [Playa Grande - Tuesday, May 21, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-may-21-2019/): Playa Grande - Tuesday, May 21, 2019 - [20: Cabin By The Sea](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/20-cabin-by-the-sea/): Join us for episode 20 of Get Out and SURF as we discuss our secret cabin by the sea and epic surf breaks. - [Playa Avellanas -Thursday, May 16, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-may-16-2019/): Playa Avellanas -Thursday, May 16, 2019 - [Playa Grande - Friday, May 17, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-may-17-2019/): Playa Grande - Friday, May 17, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo -Saturday, May 18, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-may-18-2019/): Playa Tamarindo -Saturday, May 18, 2019 - [Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, May 14, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas/): Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, May 14, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo - Monday, May 13, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-may-13-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Monday, May 13, 2019 - [19: Learning To Shape Your Own Surfboard (part 1)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/19-learning-to-shape-your-own-surfboard-part-1/): Learn how to shape your own surfboard. Join Joe Walsh, Niki Hurren, and Robert August as they dive into the world of surfboard shaping. - [Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, May 11, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-may-11-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, May 11, 2019 - [Playa Grande – Friday, May 10, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-may-10-2019/): Playa Grande – Friday, May 10, 2019 - [Playa Grande – Thursday, May 9, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-may-9-2019/): Playa Grande – Thursday, May 9, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, May 8, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-may-8-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, May 8, 2019 - [Playa Avellanas – Tuesday, May 7, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-may-7-2019/): Playa Avellanas – Tuesday, May 7, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – Monday, May 6, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-may-6-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Monday, May 6, 2019 - [18: What’s The Rainy Season Like In Costa Rica?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/18-whats-the-rainy-season-like-in-costa-rica/): Planning a trip to Costa Rica? Find out everything you need to know about the rainy season. Get insights on weather, surf, crowds. - [Playa Avellanas – Thursday, May 02, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-may-02-2019/): Playa Avellanas – Thursday, May 02, 2019 - [Playa Grande – Friday, May 03, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-may-03-2019/): Playa Grande – Friday, May 03, 2019 - [Playa Grande – Tuesday, April 30, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-april-30-2019/): Playa Grande – Tuesday, April 30, 2019 - [Playa Marbella – Monday, April 29, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-april-29-2019/): Playa Marbella – Monday, April 29, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, April 27, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-april-27-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, April 27, 2019 - [17: How To Make A Career Out Of Surfing (Without Being A Pro Surfer)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/17-how-to-make-a-career-out-of-surfing-without-being-a-pro-surfer/): Discover the secrets to making a successful career out of surfing, without having to be a professional surfer. - [Another Robert August Surfboard Giveaway (Bookings made May 1st - 31st)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-surfboard-giveaway-bookings-made-may-1st-31st/): Enter the Another Robert August Surfboard Giveaway for your chance to win a legendary surfboard. Confirm your reservation now! - [Playa Grande - Friday, April 26, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-april-26-2019/): Playa Grande - Friday, April 26, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday,April 24, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesdayapril-24-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday,April 24, 2019 - [Playa Avellanas - Thursday,April 25, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursdayapril-25-2019/): Playa Avellanas - Thursday,April 25, 2019 - [Get on Board, Ladies! — Celebrating Womens Surfing in Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-on-board-ladies/): Women Surf Retreat Costa Rica - Single queen Tiki Rooms give you the opportunity to stay at the main site, but also have your own private space. And finally, our sister location, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, is ideal for surfers who want the best of both worlds. Click here to learn more! - [Playa Tamarindo – Monday, April 22, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-april-22-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Monday, April 22, 2019 - [Playa Grande– Tuesday, April 23, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-april-23-2019/): Playa Grande– Tuesday, April 23, 2019 - [16: Letters To The Editor](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/16-letters-to-the-editor/): Join us as we respond to listener questions on surf travel in this Letters To The Editor episode. Pura vida! - [Playa Tamarindo - Thursday, April 18, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-april-18-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Thursday, April 18, 2019 - [Playa Grande – Friday, April 19, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-april-19-2019/): Playa Grande – Friday, April 19, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, April 20, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-april-20-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, April 20, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, April 17, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-april-17-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo - Tuesday, April 16, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-april-16-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - [Get Out & Surf Podcast #12: How Many Boats Have YOU Sunk?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-out-surf-podcast-12-how-many-boats-have-you-sunk/): Tune in to podcast #12: How Many Boats Have You Sunk and enjoy a fun mix of surf stories and travel inspiration. - [Playa Tamarindo - Monday, April 15, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-april-15-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Monday, April 15, 2019 - [15: New Zealand Surf Trip Review](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/15-new-zealand-surf-trip-review/): Planning a surf trip? Read our New Zealand Surf Trip Review for tips on the best waves and essentials for your adventure. - [Playa Marbella – Wednesday , April 11, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-wednesday-april-11-2019/): Playa Marbella – Wednesday , April 11, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – Friday , April 12, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-friday-april-12-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Friday , April 12, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – Saturday , April 13, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-april-13-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Saturday , April 13, 2019 - [Witch’s Rock Employee Profile: Randall (Fish) Ruiz](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-employee-profile-randall-fish-ruiz/): Witch’s Rock Employee Profile: Randall (Fish) Ruiz - [(VIDEO) Tamarindo Rivermouth Goes OFF!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-rivermouth-goes-off/): (VIDEO) Tamarindo Rivermouth Goes OFF! - [14: Surfing Raglan, New Zealand with Ray Finlay](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/14-surfing-raglan-new-zealand-with-ray-finlay/): 14: Surfing Raglan, New Zealand with Ray Finlay - [The 10 Best Surfing Podcasts for Adventure Loving Surfers](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-10-best-podcasts-for-adventure-loving-surfers/): Check out this list of podcasts about surfing and adventure travel, brought to you by your friends at Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. - [Playa Bahia Piratas - Tuesday, April 2, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-bahia-piratas-tuesday-april-2-2019/): Playa Bahia Piratas - Tuesday, April 2, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo -Monday, April 1, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-april-1-2019/): Playa Tamarindo -Monday, April 1, 2019 - [13: Andrea Diaz: Costa Rica’s First Women’s National Surfing Champion](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/13-andrea-diaz-costa-ricas-first-womens-national-surfing-champion/): Learn about the inspiring rise of Andrea Diaz, the first female to win Costa Rica's national surfing title. - [Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, March 30, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-march-30-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, March 30, 2019 - [Playa Grande - Friday, March 29, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-29-2019/): Playa Grande - Friday, March 29, 2019 - [Playa Grande "Casitas" - Thursday, March 28, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-casitas-thursday-march-28-2019/): Playa Grande "Casitas" - Thursday, March 28, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, March 27, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-march-27-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, March 27, 2019 - [Playa Avellanas- Tuesday, March 26, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-march-26-2019/): Playa Avellanas- Tuesday, March 26, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo -Monday, March 25, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-march-25-2019/): Playa Tamarindo -Monday, March 25, 2019 - [12: Talk Story: How Many Boats Have You Sunk?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/12-talk-story-how-many-boats-have-you-sunk/): Join us for incredible tales in Talk Story: How Many Boats Have You Sunk, featuring adventures from Witch's Rock Surf Camp. - [Playa Grande – Wednesday, March 20, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-march-20-2019/): Playa Grande – Wednesday, March 20, 2019 - [Playa Guiones – Thursday, March 21, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-guiones-thursday-march-21-2019/): Playa Guiones – Thursday, March 21, 2019 - [Playa Grande – Tuesday, March 19, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-march-19-2019/): Playa Grande – Tuesday, March 19, 2019 - [11 - Mark Cunningham | Lifeguard, Bodysurfer, Artist](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/11-mark-cunningham-lifeguard-bodysurfer-artist/): Discover the incredible life of Mark Cunningham: lifeguard, bodysurfer, and artist who inspires surfers around the world. - [Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, March 16, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-march-16-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, March 16, 2019 - [Playa Grande – Friday, March 15, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-15-2019/): Playa Grande – Friday, March 15, 2019 - [Playa Avellanas – Thursday, March 14, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-march-13-2019/): Playa Avellanas – Thursday, March 14, 2019 - [Playa tamarindo – Wednesday, March 13, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-march-13-2019/): Playa tamarindo – Wednesday, March 13, 2019 - [Playa tamarindo – Monday, March 11, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-march-11-2017/): Playa tamarindo – Monday, March 11, 2019 - [10: Hawaii, British Columbia, Costa Rica | GOAS Travel Roundup](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/10-hawaii-british-columbia-costa-rica-goas-travel-roundup/): From the breathtaking beaches of Hawaii to the rugged wilderness of British Columbia and the lush rainforests of Costa Rica - [Playa Grande -Friday, March 8, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-8-2019/): Playa Grande -Friday, March 8, 2019 - [Playa tamarindo - Saturday March 9, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-march-9-2017/): Playa tamarindo - Saturday March 9, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday 6 April 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-6-april-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday 6 April 2019 - [Playa camaronal - Tuesday, March 5, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-camaronal-tuesday-march-5-2017/): Playa camaronal - Tuesday, March 5, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Monday, March 4, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-march-4-2019/): Playa Tamarindo - Monday, March 4, 2019 - [9: Pancho Sullivan: My Surfing Life](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/9-pancho-sullivan-my-surfing-life/): 9: Pancho Sullivan: My Surfing Life - [Playa Tamarindo – February 26, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-26-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – February 26, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – February 27, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-27-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – February 27, 2019 - [Eat Like a Local, Mae!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/eat-like-a-local-mae/): Discover how to Eat Like a Local in Costa Rica with traditional dishes and fresh ingredients that showcase local flavors. - [Playa Tamarindo – February 25, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-25-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – February 25, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – February 23, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-23-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – February 23, 2019 - [8: Peter Cole: Dropping In At Sunset](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/8-peter-cole-dropping-in-at-sunset/): 8: Peter Cole: Dropping In At Sunset - [Playa Grande – February 22, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-february-22-2019/): Playa Grande – February 22, 2019 - [Get Out and Surf Podcast: Catch More (and Better) Waves Anywhere. Ft. guest Ryan Waldron](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-out-and-surf-podcast-catch-more-waves-anywhere-ft-ryan-waldron/): Maximize your wave-catching potential with proven strategies from experienced surfers. Learn how to read the ocean - [Playa Pitahaya – February 21, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-pitahaya-february-21-2019/): Playa Pitahaya – February 21, 2019 - [Playa Camaronal – February 19, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-camaronal-february-19-2019/): Playa Camaronal – February 19, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – February 20, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-20-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – February 20, 2019 - [Witch's Rock Employee Profile: Flaco](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-instructor-spotlight-flaco/): Witch's Rock Employee Profile: Flaco - [Playa Tamarindo – February 18, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-18-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – February 18, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – February 16, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-16-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – February 16, 2019 - [Playa Grande – February 15, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-february-14-2019-2/): Playa Grande – February 15, 2019 - [7: How To Catch More Waves Anywhere (with Ryan Waldron)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/7-how-to-catch-more-waves-anywhere-with-ryan-waldron/): 7: How To Catch More Waves Anywhere (with Ryan Waldron) - [Why You CAN’T Teach Your Partner How To Surf](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/why-you-cant-teach-your-partner-how-to-surf/): Why You CAN’T Teach Your Partner How To Surf - [Playa Grande – February 14, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-february-14-2019/): Playa Grande – February 14, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – February 13, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-13-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – February 13, 2019 - [Playa Marbella– February 12, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-february-12-2019/): Playa Marbella– February 12, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo– February 11, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-11-2019/): Playa Tamarindo– February 11, 2019 - [Playa Camaronal – February 7, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-camaronal-february-7-2019/): Playa Camaronal – February 7, 2019 - [Playa Grande – February 8, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-february-8-2019/): Playa Grande – February 8, 2019 - [6: Surfing The Great Lakes (with Larry Larsen)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/6-surfing-the-great-lakes-with-larry-larsen/): 6: Surfing The Great Lakes (with Larry Larsen) - [Maximize Your Surfing Wave Count With These Great Positioning Techniques](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/maximize-your-wave-count-with-these-positioning-techniques/): Learn how to increase your wave count and make the most out of your surfing sessions. Explore strategies to improve your skills. - [Playa Grande – February 6, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-february-6-2019/): Playa Grande – February 6, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – February 4, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-4-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – February 4, 2019 - [Costa Rica Surf Trip Podcast: Everything You Need To Know To Plan Your Next Surf Trip To Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/planning-your-costa-rica-surf-trip/): The ultimate Costa Rica surf trip guide in our podcast. Learn about the best waves, surf seasons, and hidden gems across the country. - [Playa Tamarindo – February 2, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-2-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – February 2, 2019 - [5: Costa Rica Surf Trip Review](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-costa-rica-surf-trip-review/): 5: Costa Rica Surf Trip Review - [Playa Grande – February 1, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-february-1-2019/): Playa Grande – February 1, 2019 - [Playa Grande – January 31, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-31-2019/): Playa Grande – January 31, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – January 30, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-30-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – January 30, 2019 - [Playa Marbella – January 29, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-january-29-2019/): Playa Marbella – January 29, 2019 - [At What Age Can Kids Start Surfing?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-age-can-kids-start-surfing/): Find out when kids can start surfing and how this exciting activity can be a great way to bond and create lasting memories as a family. - [Playa Tamarindo – January 28, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-28-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – January 28, 2019 - [How It Happened: the Making of the Movie "The Endless Summer"](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-it-happened-the-making-of-the-movie-the-endless-summer/): Discover how it happened: the making of the movie “The Endless Summer” and why it became a classic surf film. - [Playa Tamarindo – January 26, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-26-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – January 26, 2019 - [4: Robert August: Making The Movie “The Endless Summer”](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/4-robert-august-making-the-movie-the-endless-summer/): Join us as we chat with surf legend Robert August about his experiences in the making of the cult classic film “The Endless Summer”. - [Playa Grande – January 25, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-24-2019/): Playa Grande – January 25, 2019 - [Who Will You Meet at WRSC?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/who-will-you-meet-at-wrsc/): Discover the diverse community at WRSC surf camp. Meet surf enthusiasts from all over the world, each with their own unique story. - [Playa Grande – January 24, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-23-2019/): Playa Grande – January 24, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – January 23, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-23-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – January 23, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – January 22, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-22-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – January 22, 2019 - [Costa Rican Slang for Your Next Surf Trip.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rican-slang-for-your-next-surf-trip/): Prepare for your surf trip by learning Costa Rican slang. Enjoy speaking like a local and enhance your experience. - [Playa Tamarindo – January 21, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-21-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – January 21, 2019 - [3: Transitioning From a Longboard to a Shortboard (with Paco Vega)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/3-transitioning-from-a-longboard-to-a-shortboard-with-paco-vega/): Ready to take your surfing to the next level? Learn how to transition from a longboard to a shortboard with expert guidance. - [So Bad It's Good: North Shore the movie](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/so-bad-its-good-north-shore-the-movie/): The surfing world isn't known for making good surfing movies. Somehow North Shore the movie stands apart from the rest. Read our review here. - [Playa Grande – January 17, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-17-2019/): Playa Grande – January 17, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – January 16, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-16-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – January 16, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – January 14, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-14-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – January 14, 2019 - [Playa Grande – January 15, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-15-2019/): Playa Grande – January 15, 2019 - [How To Transition From A Longboard To A Shortboard](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-transition-from-a-longboard-to-a-shortboard/): Learn these important steps so that you can transition from riding a longboard to surfing on a shortboard. Now get out and go surfing. - [2: Surf Trip: Urban Camping in San Diego](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/2-surf-trip-urban-camping-in-san-diego/): 2: Surf Trip: Urban Camping in San Diego - [Playa Grande – January 11, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-11-2019/): Playa Grande – January 11, 2019 - [Volcano Brewing Company Opens New Brewery In Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/volcano-brewing-company-opens-new-brewery-in-tamarindo/): Volcano Brewing Company Opens New Brewery In Tamarindo - [Playa Avellanas – January 10, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-january-10-2019/): Playa Avellanas – January 10, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – January 9, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-9-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – January 9, 2019 - [Playa Grande – January 8, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-8-2019/): Playa Grande – January 8, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – January 7, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-7-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – January 7, 2019 - [Witch's Rock Employee Profile: David Torres, Lead Surf Guide](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-instructor-david-torres-profile/): Read the interview with David Torres, Lead Surf Guide for Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. See what advice David gives. - [Playa Tamarindo – January 4, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-4-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – January 4, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – January 5, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-5-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – January 5, 2019 - [1: Welcome to Get Out and SURF](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/1-welcome-to-get-out-and-surf/): 1: Welcome to Get Out and SURF - [Goodbye Radio Show, Hello Podcast](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/goodbye-radio-show-hello-podcast/): Start 2019 off right with our new podcast Get Out and SURF! You can listen to the first episode HERE. - [The Time is NOW... For Your Solo Surf Trip](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-time-is-now-for-your-solo-surf-trip/): The Time is NOW... For Your Solo Surf Trip - [Playa Grande - January 3, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-3-2019/): Playa Grande - January 3, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – January 2, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-2-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – January 2, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – January 1, 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-1-2019/): Playa Tamarindo – January 1, 2019 - [Playa Tamarindo – December 31, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-31-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – December 31, 2018 - [Playa Grande – December 28, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-28-2018/): Playa Grande – December 28, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo – December 29, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-29-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – December 29, 2018 - [Playa Grande – December 26, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-26-2018/): Playa Grande – December 26, 2018 - [Playa Grande – December 25, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-25-2018/): Playa Grande – December 25, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo – December 24, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-24-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – December 24, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo - December 22, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-22-2018/): Playa Tamarindo - December 22, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo – December 21, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-21-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – December 21, 2018 - [Playa Avellanas - December 20, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-december-20-2018/): Playa Avellanas - December 20, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo – December 19, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-19-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – December 19, 2018 - [Building the Ultimate Costa Rica Surf Van (part one)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/building-the-ultimate-costa-rica-surf-van/): Discover tips for building the ultimate Costa Rica surf van and how it can enhance your surfing and camping adventures. - [Playa Avellanas – December 18, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-december-18-2018/): Playa Avellanas – December 18, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo – December 17, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-17-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – December 17, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo – December 15, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-15-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – December 15, 2018 - [Playa Grande – December 14, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-14-2018/): Playa Grande – December 14, 2018 - [Playa Grande – December 13, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-13-2018/): Playa Grande – December 13, 2018 - [Tamarindo – December 12, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-december-12-2018/): Tamarindo – December 12, 2018 - [Tamarindo – December 11, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-december-11-2018/): Tamarindo – December 11, 2018 - [Tamarindo – December 10, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-december-10-2018/): Tamarindo – December 10, 2018 - [Playa Grande – December 7, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-7-2018/): Playa Grande – December 7, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo – December 5, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-5-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – December 5, 2018 - [Playa Grande - December 6, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-6-2018/): Playa Grande - December 6, 2018 - [Tamarindo Receives Awesome Northwest Swell To Start 2019 Season](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-receives-awesome-northwest-swell-2018-2019-season/): Tamarindo Receives Awesome Northwest Swell To Start 2019 Season - [Playa Grande – December 4, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-4-2018/): Playa Grande – December 4, 2018 - [Playa Grande – November 30, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-30-2018/): Playa Grande – November 30, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo - December 1, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-1-2018/): Playa Tamarindo - December 1, 2018 - [Playa Avellanas – November 29, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-november-29-2018/): Playa Avellanas – November 29, 2018 - [Playa Grande – November 28, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-28-2018/): Playa Grande – November 28, 2018 - [Playa Avellanas – November 27, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-november-27-2018/): Playa Avellanas – November 27, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo - November 26, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-november-26-2018/): Playa Tamarindo - November 26, 2018 - [Playa Grande - November 23, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-23-2018/): Playa Grande - November 23, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo – November 24, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-november-24-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – November 24, 2018 - [Playa Grande - November 22, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-22-2018/): Playa Grande - November 22, 2018 - [Playa Grande - November 21,2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-212018/): Playa Grande - November 21,2018 - [Marbella - November 20, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-november-20-2018/): Marbella - November 20, 2018 - [Playa Grande – November 19, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-19-2018/): Playa Grande – November 19, 2018. - [Playa Tamarindo – November 17, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-november-17-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – November 17, 2018. - [Playa Avellanas – November 16, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-november-16-2018/): Playa Avellanas – November 16, 2018. - [Playa Grande – November 15, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-15-2018/): Playa Grande – November 15, 2018. - [Playa Avellanas - November 14, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-november-14-2018/): Playa Avellanas - November 14, 2018. - [Playa Grande – November 13, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-13-2018/): Playa Grande – November 13, 2018 - [Avellanas – November 12, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-november-12-2018/): Avellanas – November 12, 2018 - [Tamarindo - November 10, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-november-10-2018/): Tamarindo - November 10, 2018 - [Tamarindo – November 9, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-november-9-2018/): Tamarindo – November 9, 2018 - [Tamarindo - November 8, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/39142-2/): Tamarindo - November 8, 2018 - [Playa Grande – November 7, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-7-2018/): Playa Grande – November 7, 2018 - [Tamarindo - November 6, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-november-6-2018/): Tamarindo - November 6, 2018 - [Playa Grande, November 5, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-3-2018/): Playa Grande, November 5, 2018 - [Tamarindo, November 3, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-surf-report-tamarindo-november-03-2018/): Tamarindo, November 3, 2018 - [Tamarindo - November 2, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-november-2-2018/): Tamarindo - November 2, 2018 - [Witch's Rock - November 1, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-november-1-2018/): Witch's Rock - November 1, 2018 - [Marbella - October 31, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-october-31-2018/): Marbella - October 31, 2018 - [Tamarindo - October 30, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-october-30-2018-712am/): Tamarindo - October 30, 2018 - [Cheap Flights to Costa Rica: A Complete List for 2019](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-best-direct-flights-to-costa-rica/): Find all airline routes to Liberia, Costa Rica and San Jose, Costa Rica with this comprehensive flight guide. - [Avellanas - Monday, October 29, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/monday-october-29-2018/): Avellanas - Monday, October 29, 2018 - [Tamarindo - Saturday, October 27, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-october-27-2018/): Tamarindo - Saturday, October 27, 2018 - [Tamarindo - Tuesday, October 23,2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-october-232018/): Tamarindo - Tuesday, October 23,2018 - [Playa Avellanas, Monday, October 22, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-october-22-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Monday, October 22, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, October 20, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-october-20-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, October 20, 2018 - [Eli Bouchard, Snowboard Prodigy: Surfing Like a Pro After Only 2 Lessons](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/snowboard-prodigy-learns-to-surf/): When Eli Bouchard wanted to learn to surf, he came to Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Costa Rica. He was surfing after only 2 lessons! - [Playa Grande, Friday, October 19, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-october-19-2018/): Playa Grande, Friday, October 19, 2018 - [Playa Brasilito, Thursday, October 18, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-brasilito-thursday-october-18-2018/): Playa Brasilito, Thursday, October 18, 2018 - [Playa Brasilito, Wednesday, October 17, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-brasilito-wednesday-october-17-2018/): Playa Brasilito, Wednesday, October 17, 2018 - [The Surf Seasons of Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-surf-seasons-of-costa-rica/): Explore The Surf Seasons of Costa Rica and discover when to ride the best waves for an unforgettable surfing experience. - [Playa Brasilito, Tuesday, October 16, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-brasilito-tuesday-october-16-2018/): Playa Brasilito, Tuesday, October 16, 2018 - [Playa Brasilito, Monday, October 15, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-brasilito-monday-october-15-2018/): Playa Brasilito, Monday, October 15, 2018 - [Playa Protero, Friday, October 12, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-protero-friday-october-12-2018/): Playa Protero, Friday, October 12, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Thursday, October 11, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-october-11-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Thursday, October 11, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Tuesday, October 09, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-october-09-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Tuesday, October 09, 2018 - [Surfing Etiquette: 5 Surf Rules Everyone Should Know](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfing-etiquette-5-surf-rules-everyone-must-know/): Discover the importance of surfing etiquette and the golden rules every surfer should know. Surf in harmony with others and enjoy the waves. - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday, October 08, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-october-08-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday, October 08, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, October 5, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-october-5-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, October 5, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Thuersday, October 4, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thuersday-october-4-2018/): Playa Grande, Thuersday, October 4, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, October 3, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-october-3-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, October 3, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday, October 1, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-october-1-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday, October 1, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, September 29, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-september-29-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, September 29, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Friday, September 28, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-september-28-2018/): Playa Grande, Friday, September 28, 2018 - [6 Eco-Friendly Surf Products You Can Feel Good About Using](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/6-eco-friendly-surf-products-you-can-feel-good-about-using/): Discover sustainable surfboards, wetsuits, and more. Check out 6 eco-friendly surf products you can feel good about using. - [Playa Tamarindo, Thursday, September 27, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-september-27-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Thursday, September 27, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, September 26, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-september-26-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, September 26, 2018 - [Your Guide to Bringing Home the Best Costa Rican Coffee](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/your-guide-to-bringing-home-the-best-costa-rican-coffee/): Your ultimate guide to Costa Rican coffee: explore the top brands, flavors, and tips for selecting the perfect bag. - [Playa Grande, Tuesday, September 25, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-september-25-2018/): Playa Grande, Tuesday, September 25, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday, September 24, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-september-24-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday, September 24, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, September 22, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-september-22-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, September 22, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Friday, September 21, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-september-21-2018/): Playa Grande, Friday, September 21, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Thursday, September 20, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-september-20-2018/): Playa Grande, Thursday, September 20, 2018 - [Celebrities Who Rip](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/celebrities-who-rip/): Discover the surprising talents of celebrities who rip on the waves. Learn who surfs like a pro in exotic locations. - [Playa Marbella, Wednesday, September 19, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-wednesday-september-19-2018/): Playa Marbella, Wednesday, September 19, 2018 - [12 Breathtaking Hikes to Take in Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/12-breathtaking-hikes-to-take-in-costa-rica/): 12 Breathtaking Hikes to Take in Costa Rica - [Playa Grande, Wednesday, September 18, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-september-18-2018/): Playa Grande, Wednesday, September 18, 2018 - [Playa Avellanas, Monday, September 17, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-september-17-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Monday, September 17, 2018 - [Tamarindo - Saturday September 15, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-september-15-2018/): Tamarindo - Saturday September 15, 2018 - [Capitan suizo - Friday September 14 ,2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/capitan-suizo-friday-september-14-2018/): Capitan suizo - Friday September 14 ,2018 - [Playa Grande - Wednesday, September 12, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-september-12-2018/): Playa Grande - Wednesday, September 12, 2018 - [Fin Set Up Explained](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/fin-set-up-explained/): Want to master your surfing? Discover the Fin Set Up Explained, including the thruster and other essential setups. - [Playa Brasilito - Thursday, September 13, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-brasilito-thursday-september-13-2018/): Playa Brasilito - Thursday, September 13, 2018 - [Avelllanas - Tuesday September 11, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avelllanas-tuesday-september-11-2018/): Avelllanas - Tuesday September 11, 2018 - [Your Guide to Costa Rican Sport Fishing](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/your-guide-to-costa-rican-sport-fishing/): Your Guide to Costa Rican Sport Fishing - [Playa Grande - Monday, September 10, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-september-10-2018/): Playa Grande - Monday, September 10, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, September 8, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-september-8-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, September 8, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Friday, September 7, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-september-7-2018/): Playa Grande, Friday, September 7, 2018 - [10 Fascinating Facts About Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/10-fascinating-facts-about-costa-rica/): Uncover 10 fascinating facts about Costa Rica and explore why it is one of the happiest nations in the world. - [Avellanas - Thursday, September 6, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-thursday-september-6-2018/): Avellanas - Thursday, September 6, 2018 - [Witch’s Rock & Ollie's Point: A Guide to Costa Rica’s World Class Breaks](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-ollies-point-a-guide-to-costa-ricas-world-class-breaks/): Explore A Guide to Costa Rica’s World Class Breaks and discover Witch’s Rock, the ultimate wave for an unforgettable surf experience. - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, September 5, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-september-5-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, September 5, 2018 - [Marbella - Tuesday, September 4, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-tuesday-september-4-2018/): Marbella - Tuesday, September 4, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday, September 3, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-september-3-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday, September 3, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, September 01, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-september-01-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, September 01, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Friday, August 31, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-august-31-2018/): Playa Grande, Friday, August 31, 2018 - [How Does Your Workout Stack Up? Test It Here!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-does-your-workout-stack-up-test-it-here/): How Does Your Workout Stack Up? Test It Here! - [Playa Grande, Thursday, August 30, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-august-30-2018/): Playa Grande, Thursday, August 30, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Wednesday, August 29, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-august-29-2018/): Playa Grande, Wednesday, August 29, 2018 - [What It’s Like to Tour One of Costa Rica’s Magnificent Volcanoes](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-its-like-to-tour-one-of-costa-ricas-magnificent-volcanoes/): What It’s Like to Tour One of Costa Rica’s Magnificent Volcanoes - [Playa Grande, Monday, August 27, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-august-27-2018/): Playa Grande, Monday, August 27, 2018 - [Playa Grande - Friday, August 24 , 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-august-24-2018/): Playa Grande - Friday, August 24 , 2018 - [Tamarindo - Saturday, August 25, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-august-25-2018/): Tamarindo - Saturday, August 25, 2018 - [Costa Rica v. Nicaragua | The Differences](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-v-nicaragua-the-differences/): Explore Costa Rica v. Nicaragua | The Differences and discover which destination is perfect for your next adventure. - [Playa Grande - Thursday, August 23, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-august-23-2018/): Playa Grande - Thursday, August 23, 2018 - [Tamarindo - Wednesday, August 22, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-august-22-2018/): Tamarindo - Wednesday, August 22, 2018 - [Playa Grande - Tuesday 21 August 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-21-august-2018/): Playa Grande - Tuesday 21 August 2018 - [Tamarindo - Monday, August 20, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-august-20-2018/): Tamarindo - Monday, August 20, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, August 18, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-august-18-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, August 18, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Friday, August 17, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-friday-august-17-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Friday, August 17, 2018 - [How to Take the Best Water Shots: Your Guide to Amateur Ocean Photography](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/best-water-shots-ocean-photography/): Capture captivating water shots like a pro photographer. Discover the tips and equipment you need to take high-quality photos. - [Playa Avellanas, Thursday, August 16, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-august-16-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Thursday, August 16, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Tuesday, August 14, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-august-14-2018/): Playa Grande, Tuesday, August 14, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, August 15, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-august-15-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, August 15, 2018 - [How to Make Costa Rica’s Famous Plantain Dishes](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-make-costa-ricas-famous-plantain-dishes/): How to Make Costa Rica’s Famous Plantain Dishes - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday, August 13, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-august-13-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday, August 13, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday August 11, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-august-11-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday August 11, 2018. - [Surf Forecasting Explained](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-forecasting-explained/): Surf forecasting explained reveals how to read waves and tides for the best surf conditions. Master your local break with ease. - [Playa Tamarindo, Thursday August 09 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-august-09-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Thursday August 09 2018. - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday August 08 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-august-08-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday August 08 2018. - [Playa Grande, Tuesday August 07 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-august-07-2018/): Playa Grande, Tuesday August 07 2018. - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday August 06 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-august-06-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday August 06 2018. - [Tamarindo - Saturday, August 4, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-august-4-2018/): Tamarindo - Saturday, August 4, 2018 - [Playa Grande - Friday 3 August 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-3-august-2018/): Playa Grande - Friday 3 August 2018 - [How to Buy Great Used Boards on a Budget](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-buy-great-used-boards-on-a-budget/): Find out the secrets of how to buy great used boards on a budget and ride the waves without overspending. - [Playa Grande "Casitas" - Thursday, August 2, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-casitas-thursday-august-2-2018/): Playa Grande "Casitas" - Thursday, August 2, 2018 - [Tamarindo - Wednesday, August 1 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-august-1-2018/): Tamarindo - Wednesday, August 1 2018 - [Behind The Desk With Oscar Rojas](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/behind-the-desk-with-oscar-rojas/): Meet Oscar Rojas, head brewer at Volcano Brewing Company, in our series Behind The Desk With Oscar Rojas at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. - [Avellanas - Tuesday July 31 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-july-31-2018/): Avellanas - Tuesday July 31 2018 - [Tamarindo - Monday, July 30 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-july-30-2018/): Tamarindo - Monday, July 30 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, July 28 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-july-28-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, July 28 2018. - [12 Must Follow Surf Instagram Accounts](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/12-must-follow-surf-instagram-accounts/): 12 Must Follow Surf Instagram Accounts - [Playa Avellanas, Wednesday, July 25, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-wednesday-july-25-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Wednesday, July 25, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Tuesday, July 24 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-july-24-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Tuesday, July 24 2018 - [5 Things to Consider Before Dating a Surfer](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-things-to-consider-before-dating-a-surfer/): 5 Things to Consider Before Dating a Surfer - [Playa Avellanas, Monday, July 23, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-july-23-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Monday, July 23, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday July 21, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-july-21-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday July 21, 2018. - [Playa Grande, Friday July 20, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-july-20-2018/): Playa Grande, Friday July 20, 2018. - [Playa Grande, Thursday July 18, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-july-18-2018/): Playa Grande, Thursday July 18, 2018 - [Help Me Change My Vacation from Nicaragua to Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/help-me-change-my-vacation-from-nicaragua-to-costa-rica/): Help Me Change My Vacation from Nicaragua to Costa Rica - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday July 18, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-july-18-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday July 18, 2018 - [Carlos Muñoz: Costa Rica’s Premier Professional Surfer](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/carlos-munoz-costa-ricas-premier-professional-surfer/): Carlos Muñoz: Costa Rica’s Premier Professional Surfer - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday, July 16, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-july-16-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday, July 16, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Tuesday July 17, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-july-17-2018/): Playa Grande, Tuesday July 17, 2018 - [Playa Grande - Friday, July 13, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-july-13-2018/): Playa Grande - Friday, July 13, 2018 - [Tamarindo - Saturday, July 14, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-july-14-2018/): Tamarindo - Saturday, July 14, 2018 - [8 Ways Strength Training Will Improve Your Life And Your Surfing](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/8-ways-strength-training-will-improve-your-life-and-your-surfing/): 8 Ways Strength Training Will Improve Your Life And Your Surfing - [Playa Grande - Thursday, July 12, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-july-12-2018/): Playa Grande - Thursday, July 12, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, July 11, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-july-11-2018/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, July 11, 2018 - [This Is Your Brain On Surfing](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/this-is-your-brain-on-surfing/): Explore how surfing impacts your brain in amazing ways. Discover why this is your brain on surfing and its benefits. - [Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, July 10, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-july-10-2018/): Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, July 10, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo - Monday, July 9, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-july-9-2018/): Playa Tamarindo - Monday, July 9, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, July 7, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-july-7-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, July 7, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Friday, July 6, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-july-6-2018/): Playa Grande, Friday, July 6, 2018 - [Costa Rica Surf Calendar](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-surf-calendar/): Find out the ideal time to visit Costa Rica for surfing. Our surf calendar guides you to the perfect season for great waves. - [Playa Avellanas, Thursday, July 5, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-july-5-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Thursday, July 5, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, July 4, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-july-4-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, July 4, 2018 - [The Evolution of the Modern Surfboard](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-evolution-of-the-modern-surfboard/): Explore the evolution of the modern surfboard and discover how it transformed from ancient boards to today's thruster design. - [Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, July 3, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-july-3-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, July 3, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday, July 2, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-july-2-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday, July 2, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, June 30, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-june-30-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, June 30, 2018 - [Playa Grande – Friday, June 29, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-29-2018/): Playa Grande – Friday, June 29, 2018 - [The Perfect Surf Warm-up](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-perfect-surf-warm-up/): Get ready to surf with The Perfect Surf Warm-up. Discover five essential moves to prevent injuries and enhance performance. - [Playa Grande – Thursday, June 28, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-june-28-2018/): Playa Grande – Thursday, June 28, 2018 - [Robert August Surfboard Giveaway Winner](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-surfboard-giveaway-winner/): Robert August Surfboard Giveaway Winner - [Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, June 27, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-june-27-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, June 27, 2018 - [5 Weird Surfer Habits Explained](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-weird-surfer-habits-explained/): Discover the 5 weird surfer habits explained and learn why surfers do what they do. It is an enlightening journey into surf culture. - [Playa Avellanas – Tuesday, June 26, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-june-26-2018/): Playa Avellanas – Tuesday, June 26, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo – Monday, June 25, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-june-25-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – Monday, June 25, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, June 23, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-june-23-2018/): Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, June 23, 2018 - [Costa Rica is in the World Cup: Here’s What You Need to Know to Keep Up with Los Ticos](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-world-cup-los-ticos/): Costa Rica is in the World Cup, aiming for glory once again. Learn about their journey and current standings in Russia. - [Playa Grande - Friday, June 22, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-22-2018/): Playa Grande - Friday, June 22, 2018 - [Why You Shouldn’t Limit Yourself to One Board Type](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/why-you-shouldnt-limit-yourself-to-one-board-type/): Why You Shouldn’t Limit Yourself to One Board Type - [Playa avellanas - Thursday, June 21, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-june-21-2018/): Playa avellanas - Thursday, June 21, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, June 20, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-june-20-2018/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, June 20, 2018 - [Every Season Has a Reason to Visit Tamarindo | Part 2 | Wet Season](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/every-season-has-a-reason-to-visit-tamarindo-part-2-wet-season/): Experience Tamarindo throughout the year. Learn why every season has a reason to visit Tamarindo and enjoy all it offers. - [Playa avellanas - Tuesday, June 19, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-june-19-2018/): Playa avellanas - Tuesday, June 19, 2018 - [Tamarindo - Monday, June 18, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-june-18-2018/): Tamarindo - Monday, June 18, 2018 - [Playa Grande – Friday, June 15, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-15-2018/): Playa Grande – Friday, June 15, 2018. - [Tamarindo - Saturday June 16, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-june-16-2018/): Tamarindo - Saturday June 16, 2018 - [Common Surf Camp Guest Question: How to Avoid Rib Bruising From Paddling?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-camp-avoid-rib-bruising-paddling/): Find out the answers to the common surf camp guest question about rib bruising and how to minimize discomfort while surfing. - [Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, June 13, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-june-13-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, June 13, 2018. - [Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, June 12, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-june-12-2018/): Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, June 12, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo – Monday, June 11, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-june-11-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – Monday, June 11, 2018. - [Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, June 09, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-june-09-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, June 09, 2018. - [Playa Grande – Friday, June 08, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-08-2018/): Playa Grande – Friday, June 08, 2018. - [Yes, It’s Safe to Travel to Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/yes-its-safe-to-travel-to-costa-rica/): Is it safe to travel to Costa Rica? Discover the tips for a safe and enjoyable family vacation in this beautiful destination. - [Playa Tamarindo – Thursday, June 07, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-june-07-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – Thursday, June 07, 2018. - [Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, June 06, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-june-06-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, June 06, 2018. - [Behind the Desk with Johan Rojas Acuna](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/behind-the-desk-with-johan-rojas-acuna/): Behind the Desk with Johan Rojas Acuna - [Playa Tamarindo – Tuesday, June 05, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-june-05-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – Tuesday, June 05, 2018. - [Playa Grande – Monday, June 04, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-june-04-2018/): Playa Grande – Monday, June 04, 2018. - [Tamarindo - Saturday, June 2, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-june-2-2018/): Tamarindo - Saturday, June 2, 2018 - [Playa Grande - Friday, June 1, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-1-2018/): Playa Grande - Friday, June 1, 2018 - [The Components of Style in Surfing (And How to Develop Your Own)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-components-of-style-in-surfing-and-how-to-develop-your-own/): The Components of Style in Surfing (And How to Develop Your Own) - [Playa Marbella -Thursday, May 31, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-thursday-may-31-2018/): Playa Marbella -Thursday, May 31, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, May 30,2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-may-302018/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, May 30,2018 - [Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, May 29, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-may-29-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, May 29, 2018 - [Behind the Desk with Shawna Mullen](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/behind-the-desk-with-shawna-mullen/): Behind the Desk with Shawna Mullen - [Tamarindo - Monday, May 28, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-may-28-2018/): Tamarindo - Monday, May 28, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, May 26, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-may-26-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, May 26, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Friday, May 25, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-may-25-2018/): Playa Grande, Friday, May 25, 2018 - [Costa Rica Puts Renewable Energy On the Map](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-puts-renewable-energy-on-the-map/): Costa Rica Puts Renewable Energy On the Map - [Playa Grande, Thursday, May 24, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-may-24-2018/): Playa Grande, Thursday, May 24, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, May 23, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-may-23-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, May 23, 2018 - [10 Family & Kid Friendly Activities in Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/10-family-kid-friendly-activities-in-tamarindo/): Explore 10 family and kid friendly activities in Tamarindo for an unforgettable surf trip. Fun for all ages awaits you! - [Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, May 22, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-may-22-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, May 22, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday, May 21, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-may-21-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday, May 21, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo Saturday, May 19, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-may-19-2018/): Playa Tamarindo Saturday, May 19, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo thursday, May 17, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-may-17-2018/): Playa Tamarindo thursday, May 17, 2018 - [Playa Grande Wednesday, May 16, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-may-16-2018/): Playa Grande Wednesday, May 16, 2018 - [How to Get Over Your Worst Wipeout and Get Back in the Water](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-get-over-your-worst-wipeout-and-get-back-in-the-water/): Get back in the water with tips on how to get over your worst wipeout and improve your surfing skills today. - [Playa Grande Tuesday, May 15, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-may-15-2018/): Playa Grande Tuesday, May 15, 2018 - [Playa Avellanas Monday, May 14, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-may-14-2018/): Playa Avellanas Monday, May 14, 2018 - [Tamarindo Saturday, May 12, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-may-12-2018/): Tamarindo Saturday, May 12, 2018 - [Playa avellanas - Friday, May 11,2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-friday-may-112018/): Playa avellanas - Friday, May 11,2018 - [Improve Your Surfing With This 5-Min Routine](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/improve-your-surfing-with-this-5-min-routine/): Transform your surfing with this 5-min routine. Improve mobility and flexibility for better performance on the waves. - [Playa Grande - Thursday, May 10, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-may-10-2018/): Playa Grande - Thursday, May 10, 2018 - [Marbella - Wednesday, May 9, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-wednesday-may-9-2018/): Marbella - Wednesday, May 9, 2018 - [Your Guide to Fine Dining in Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/your-guide-to-fine-dining-in-tamarindo/): Your Guide to Fine Dining in Tamarindo - [Playa avellanas - Monday, May 7, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-may-7-2018/): Playa avellanas - Monday, May 7, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, May 5, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-may-5-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, May 5, 2018 - [Playa Avellanas, Friday, May 4, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-friday-may-4-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Friday, May 4, 2018 - [5 Lessons You’ll Learn Your First Time on a Shortboard](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-lessons-youll-learn-your-first-time-on-a-shortboard/): 5 Lessons You’ll Learn Your First Time on a Shortboard - [Playa Avellanas, Thursday, May 3, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-may-3-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Thursday, May 3, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, May 2, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-may-2-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, May 2, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Tuesday, May 1, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-may-1-2018/): Playa Grande, Tuesday, May 1, 2018 - [The Best Surf Films Streaming on Netflix Right Now](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-best-surf-films-streaming-on-netflix-right-now/): The Best Surf Films Streaming on Netflix Right Now - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday, April 30, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-april-30-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday, April 30, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, April 28, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-april-28-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, April 28, 2018 - [Playa Grande – Friday, April 27, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-april-27-2018/): Playa Grande – Friday, April 27, 2018 - [5 Common Mistakes to Avoid if You Want to Improve your Surfing](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-common-mistakes-to-avoid-if-you-want-to-improve-your-surfing/): Want to improve your surfing? Discover the 5 common mistakes to avoid for a better experience in the water. - [Playa Grande – Thursday, April 25, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-april-25-2018/): Playa Grande – Thursday, April 25, 2018 - [Playa Grande – Wednesday, April 25, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-april-25-2018/): Playa Grande – Wednesday, April 25, 2018 - [Behind the Desk with Sara Vargas](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/behind-the-desk-with-sara-vargas/): Behind the Desk with Sara Vargas - [Playa Avellanas – Monday, April 23, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-april-23-2018/): Playa Avellanas – Monday, April 23, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, April 21, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-april-21-2018/): Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, April 21, 2018 - [Playa grande - Friday, April 20 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-april-20-2018/): Playa grande - Friday, April 20 2018 - [5 Reasons to Visit Costa Rica During the Rainy Season](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-reasons-to-visit-costa-rica-during-the-rainy-season/): Experience Costa Rica like never before. Learn the 5 reasons to visit during the rainy season and enjoy unique adventures. - [Playa Grande Wednesday, April 18, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-april-18-2018/): Playa Grande Wednesday, April 18, 2018 - [Avellanas - Thursday, April 19, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-thursday-april-19-2018/): Avellanas - Thursday, April 19, 2018 - [Playa guiones -Tuesday, April 17, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-guiones-tuesday-april-17-2018/): Playa guiones -Tuesday, April 17, 2018 - [Playa Nosara - Monday, April 16, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-nosara-monday-april-16-2018/): Playa Nosara - Monday, April 16, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, April 14, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-april-14-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, April 14, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Friday, April 13, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-april-13-2018/): Playa Grande, Friday, April 13, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Thursday, April 12, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-april-12-2018/): Playa Grande, Thursday, April 12, 2018 - [The Hype Around Costa Rican Coffee](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-hype-around-costa-rican-coffee/): The Hype Around Costa Rican Coffee - [Each Season Has a Reason to Visit Tamarindo - Part 1: Dry Season](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/each-season-has-a-reason-to-visit-tamarindo-part-1-dry-season/): Each Season Has a Reason to Visit Tamarindo - Part 1: Dry Season - [Playa Avellanas, Wednesday, April 11, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-wednesday-april-11-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Wednesday, April 11, 2018 - [Marbella, Tuesday, April 10, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-tuesday-april-10-2018/): Marbella, Tuesday, April 10, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Monday, April 9, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-april-9-2018/): Playa Grande, Monday, April 9, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, April 07, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-friday-april-07-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, April 07, 2018 - [Playa Grande – Friday, April 06, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-april-06-2018/): Playa Grande – Friday, April 06, 2018 - [6 Money Saving Tips for Your Next Surf Trip](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/6-money-saving-tips-for-your-next-surf-trip/): 6 Money Saving Tips for Your Next Surf Trip - [Top 5 Exercises For Surfing](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/top-5-exercises-for-surfing/): Boost your surfing performance with the top 5 exercises for surfing that enhance strength, balance, and flexibility. - [Tamarindo – Thursday, April 06, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-thursday-april-06-2018/): Tamarindo – Thursday, April 06, 2018 - [Tamarindo – Wednesday, April 04, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-april-04-2018/): Tamarindo – Wednesday, April 04, 2018 - [Tamarindo - Tuesday, April 03, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-april-03-2018/): Tamarindo - Tuesday, April 03, 2018 - [Tamarindo -Monday, April 02, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-april-02-2018/): Tamarindo -Monday, April 02, 2018 - [Alison Avellan's at Witch's Everyday and Wants to Meet You](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/alison-avellans-at-witchs-everyday-and-wants-to-meet-you/): Alison Avellan's at Witch's Everyday and Wants to Meet You - [Tamarindo -Saturday, March 31, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-march-31-2018/): Tamarindo -Saturday, March 31, 2018 - [Playa Grande Friday, March 30, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-30-2018/): Playa Grande Friday, March 30, 2018 - [WRSC’s Definitive Ranking of the “Best” Worst Surf Films](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrscs-definitive-ranking-of-the-best-worst-surf-films/): WRSC’s Definitive Ranking of the “Best” Worst Surf Films - [Playa Avellanas - Thursday March 29, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-march-29-2018/): Playa Avellanas - Thursday March 29, 2018 - [Tamarindo Wednesday, March 28, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-march-28-2018/): Tamarindo Wednesday, March 28, 2018 - [Playa grandeTuesday, March 27, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grandetuesday-march-27-2017/): Playa grandeTuesday, March 27, 2018 - [Tamarindo Monday, March 26 ,2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-march-26-2017/): Tamarindo Monday, March 26 ,2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, March 24, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-march-24-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, March 24, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Friday, March 23, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-23-2018/): Playa Grande, Friday, March 23, 2018 - [The Ultimate Costa Rica Road Trip](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-ultimate-costa-rica-road-trip/): Experience The Ultimate Costa Rica Road Trip! Discover beautiful beaches, quaint towns, and epic surf spots along the coast. - [Playa Avellanas, Thursday, March 22, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-march-22-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Thursday, March 22, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, March 21, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-march-21-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, March 21, 2018 - [Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, March 20, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-march-20-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, March 20, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday, March 19, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-march-19-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday, March 19, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo Saturday, March 17, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-march-17-2018/): Playa Tamarindo Saturday, March 17, 2018 - [Playa Grande Friday, March 16, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-16-2018/): Playa Grande Friday, March 16, 2018 - [A Tribute to Costa Rican Craft Beer](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-tribute-to-costa-rican-craft-beer/): A Tribute to Costa Rican Craft Beer - [Playa Grande Thursday, March 15, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-march-15-2018/): Playa Grande Thursday, March 15, 2018 - [Paradise Redefined](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/paradise-redefined/): Discover how Paradise Redefined immerses you in the beauty of Tamarindo, Costa Rica, where every moment feels like a vacation. - [Playa Tamarindo Wednesday, March 15, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-march-15-2018/): Playa Tamarindo Wednesday, March 15, 2018 - [Ditching the Cold for Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ditching-the-cold-for-costa-rica/): Ditching the Cold for Costa Rica - [Playa Avellanas Tuesday, March 13, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-march-13-2018/): Playa Avellanas Tuesday, March 13, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo Monday, March 12, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-march-12-2018/): Playa Tamarindo Monday, March 12, 2018 - [Surf Science: How to Properly Check the Surf Forecast](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-how-to-properly-check-the-surf-forecast/): Discover the essential tips on how to properly check the surf forecast. Improve your chances of catching great waves today. - [Playa Tamarindo / Saturday March 10, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-march-10-2018/): Playa Tamarindo / Saturday March 10, 2018 - [Playa Grande , Friday, March 9, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-9-2018/): Playa Grande , Friday, March 9, 2018 - [How Not to Look Like a Beginner Surfer… Even If You Are](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-not-to-look-like-a-beginner-surfer-even-if-you-are/): How Not to Look Like a Beginner Surfer… Even If You Are - [Playa Grande Thursday, March 8, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-march-8-2018/): Playa Grande Thursday, March 8, 2018 - [Playa avellanas Wednesday 7 March 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-wednesday-7-march-2018/): Playa avellanas Wednesday 7 March 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo Monday,March 5, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-mondaymarch-5-2018/): Playa Tamarindo Monday,March 5, 2018 - [Avellanas Tuesday, March 6, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-march-6-2018/): Avellanas Tuesday, March 6, 2018 - [The Greatest Thursday of My Life](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-greatest-thursday-of-my-life/): The Greatest Thursday of My Life - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, March 3, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-march-3-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, March 3, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Friday, March 2, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-2-2018/): Playa Grande, Friday, March 2, 2018 - [Playa Grande, Thursday, March 1, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-march-1-2018/): Playa Grande, Thursday, March 1, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, February 28, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-february-28-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, February 28, 2018 - [Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, February 27, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-february-27-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, February 27, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday, February 26, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-february-26-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday, February 26, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, February 24, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-february-24-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, February 24, 2018. - [Playa Grande – Friday, February 23, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-february-23-2018/): Playa Grande – Friday, February 23, 2018. - [Your Guide to Costa Rica’s Unique Cuisine (5 Must Try Meals)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/your-guide-to-costa-ricas-unique-cuisine-5-must-try-meals/): Explore Your Guide to Costa Rica’s Unique Cuisine and discover the rich flavors that make Costa Rican dishes a must-try. - [Playa Avellenas – Thursday, February 22, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellenas-thursday-february-22-2018/): Playa Avellenas – Thursday, February 22, 2018. - [Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, February 21, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-february-21-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, February 21, 2018. - [Playa Grande - Tuesday, February 20, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-february-20-2018/): Playa Grande - Tuesday, February 20, 2018. - [Paddling Out…Finding Joy](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/paddling-outfinding-joy/): Explore the journey of joy through surfing in Costa Rica. Discover how paddling out finding joy transformed a life. - [Playa Tamarindo – Monday, February 19, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-february-19-2018/): Playa Tamarindo – Monday, February 19, 2018. - [Playa Grande - Friday, February 16, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-february-16-2018/): Playa Grande - Friday, February 16, 2018 - [Tamarindo - Saturday, February 17, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-february-17-2018/): Tamarindo - Saturday, February 17, 2018 - [Costa Rican Slang to Keep You in the Know in the Lineup](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rican-slang-to-keep-you-in-the-know-in-the-lineup/): Costa Rican Slang to Keep You in the Know in the Lineup - [Playa Grande - Thursday, February 15, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-february-15-2018/): Playa Grande - Thursday, February 15, 2018 - [Tamarindo - Wednesday, February 14 ,2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-february-14-2018/): Tamarindo - Wednesday, February 14 ,2018 - [A Guide to the Wildlife of the Guanacaste Region](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-guide-to-the-wildlife-of-the-guanacaste-region/): Explore A Guide to the Wildlife of the Guanacaste Region and discover fascinating creatures during your visit to Costa Rica. - [Playa grande - Tuesday February 13, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-february-13-2017/): Playa grande - Tuesday February 13, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo - Monday, February 12, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamrindo-monday-february-12-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Monday, February 12, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo Saturday, February 10, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-february-10-2018/): Playa Tamarindo Saturday, February 10, 2018 - [Playa Grande Friday, February 9, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-february-9-2018/): Playa Grande Friday, February 9, 2018 - [Playa Grande Thursday, February 8, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-february-8-2018/): Playa Grande Thursday, February 8, 2018 - [5 Yoga Poses to Improve Your Surfing](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-yoga-poses-to-improve-your-surfing/): 5 Yoga Poses to Improve Your Surfing - [Playa Tamarindo Wednesday, February 7, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-february-7-2018/): Playa Tamarindo Wednesday, February 7, 2018 - [Marbella Tuesday, February 6, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-tuesday-february-6-2018/): Marbella Tuesday, February 6, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo Monday, February 5, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-february-5-2018/): Playa Tamarindo Monday, February 5, 2018 - [5 Things to do in and Around Tamarindo for When You’re All Surfed Out](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-things-to-do-in-and-around-tamarindo-for-when-youre-all-surfed-out/): 5 Things to do in and Around Tamarindo for When You’re All Surfed Out - [Playa Tamarindo Saturday, February 03, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-february-03-2018/): Playa Tamarindo Saturday, February 03, 2018 - [Playa Grande Friday, February 02, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-february-02-2018/): Playa Grande Friday, February 02, 2018 - [How to Enjoy a Post-Surf Beer](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-enjoy-a-post-surf-beer/): Ready for a refreshing treat? Discover how to enjoy a post-surf beer, crafted with love right by the beach. - [Playa Grande Thursday, February 01, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-february-01-2018/): Playa Grande Thursday, February 01, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo Wednesday, January 30, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-january-30-2018/): Playa Tamarindo Wednesday, January 30, 2018 - [Playa Grande Tuesday, January 30, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-january-30-2018/): Playa Grande Tuesday, January 30, 2018 - [Giving Thanks for Witch's Rock (10 Trips and Counting)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/giving-thanks-for-witchs-rock-10-trips-and-counting/): Giving Thanks for Witch's Rock (10 Trips and Counting) - [Tamarindo Monday, January 29, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-january-29-2018/): Tamarindo Monday, January 29, 2018 - [Tamarindo Saturday, January 27, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-january-27-2017/): Tamarindo Saturday, January 27, 2018 - [Playa grande Friday, January 27, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-january-27-2017/): Playa grande Friday, January 27, 2017 - [Surfing’s Sleepy Start in Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfings-sleepy-start-in-costa-rica/): Discover the fascinating journey of surfing’s sleepy start in Costa Rica and how it became a surfing paradise. - [Playa Ostional Thursday January 25, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-ostional-thursday-january-25-2017/): Playa Ostional Thursday January 25, 2017 - [ Tamarindo Wednesday, January 24, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-january-24-2017/): Tamarindo Wednesday, January 24, 2017 - [Playa Grande Tuesday January 23, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-january-23-2017/): Playa Grande Tuesday January 23, 2017 - [Tamarindo Monday, January 22, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-january-22-2018/): Tamarindo Monday, January 22, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo Saturday January 20, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-january-20-2018/): Playa Tamarindo Saturday January 20, 2018. - [Playa Grande Friday January 19, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-january-19-2018/): Playa Grande Friday January 19, 2018. - [Most Common Surf Injuries.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/most-common-surf-injuries/): Discover the most common surf injuries and how to prevent them for a safer surfing experience while riding the waves. - [Playa Guiones Thursday January 18, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-guiones-thursday-january-18-2018/): Playa Guiones Thursday January 18, 2018. - [Playa Tamarindo Wednesday January 17, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-january-17-2018/): Playa Tamarindo Wednesday January 17, 2018. - [Some Things are Worth Saying Twice](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/some-things-are-worth-saying-twice/): Some Things are Worth Saying Twice - [Playa Grande Tuesday, January 16, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-january-16-2018/): Playa Grande Tuesday, January 16, 2018. - [Tamarindo Monday January 15, 2018.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-january-15-2018/): Tamarindo Monday January 15, 2018. - [Playa Grande, Saturday, January 13, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-saturday-january-13-2018/): Playa Grande, Saturday, January 13, 2018 - [11 Trips and Counting](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/11-visits-and-counting/): Explore "11 Trips and Counting," a travel blog dedicated to sharing unique experiences, insightful tips, and inspiring stories from various destinations worldwide - [Playa Grande, Friday, January 12, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-january-12-2018/): Playa Grande, Friday, January 12, 2018 - [Explaining Your Passion to the Non-surfers in Your Life](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/explaining-your-passion-to-non-surfers/): Learn how to effectively explain your passion for surfing to non-surfers in your life and share your unique experiences. - [Playa Grande, Thursday, January 11, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-january-11-2018/): Playa Grande, Thursday, January 11, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, January 10, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-january-10-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, January 10, 2018 - [How Witch's Rock Surf Camp Ruined My Life](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-witchs-rock-surf-camp-ruined-my-life/): Find out how a trip to Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Costa Rica changed one person's life, and why it's a must-visit destination for surfers. - [Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, January 9, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-january-9-2018/): Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, January 9, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday, January 8, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-january-8-2018/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday, January 8, 2018 - [Playa Grande , Friday, January 5, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-january-5-2018/): Playa Grande , Friday, January 5, 2018 - [Tamarindo Wednesday, January 3, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-january-3-2017/): Tamarindo Wednesday, January 3, 2018 - [5 Defining Moments in Surfing History](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-defining-moments-in-surfing-history/): 5 Defining Moments in Surfing History - [Playa Ostional Thursday, January 4, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-ostional-thursday-january-4-2017/): Playa Ostional Thursday, January 4, 2018 - [Brewery + Surfing = Chet's Favorite Place](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/breweries-and-surfing/): Brewery + Surfing = Chet's Favorite Place - [Playa Grande Tuesday,January 2, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesdayjanuary-2-2017/): Playa Grande Tuesday,January 2, 2018 - [Tamarindo , Monday, January 1, 2018](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-january-1-2018/): Tamarindo , Monday, January 1, 2018 - [Playa Tamarindo Saturday 30 December, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-30-december-2017/): Playa Tamarindo Saturday 30 December, 2017. - [Playa Grande Friday 28 December, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-28-december-2017/): Playa Grande Friday 28 December, 2017. - [Playa Grande Thursday 28 December, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-28-december-2017/): Playa Grande Thursday 28 December, 2017. - [Make 2018 Your Best Surfing Year Yet](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/make-2018-your-best-surfing-year-yet/): Make 2018 Your Best Surfing Year Yet - [Playa Tamarindo Wednesday 27 December, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-27-december-2017/): Playa Tamarindo Wednesday 27 December, 2017. - [Playa Grande Tuesday 26 December, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-26-december-2017/): Playa Grande Tuesday 26 December, 2017. - [15 Years at Witch's Rock Surf Camp](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/15-years-at-witchs-rock-surf-camp/): Join me as I reflect on 15 years at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, where unforgettable family memories and lasting friendships were made. - [Playa Tamarindo Monday 25 December, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-25-december-2017/): Playa Tamarindo Monday 25 December, 2017. - [Tamarindo Saturday 23 December, 20177.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-23-december-20177/): Tamarindo Saturday 23 December, 20177. - [Playa Grande Friday 22 December, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-22-december-2017/): Playa Grande Friday 22 December, 2017. - [Life Lessons from Between the Waves](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/life-lessons-from-between-the-waves/): Learn how the life lessons from between the waves of surfing can enrich your everyday experiences and understanding of life. - [Playa Grande Thursday 21 December, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-21-december-2017/): Playa Grande Thursday 21 December, 2017. - [Playa Grande Tuesday 19 December, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-19-december-2017/): Playa Grande Tuesday 19 December, 2017. - [Playa Tamarindo Wednesday 20 December, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-20-december-2017/): Playa Tamarindo Wednesday 20 December, 2017. - [Remembering the Early Days at Witch's Rock Surf Camp](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/remembering-the-early-days-at-witchs-rock-surf-camp/): Remembering the Early Days at Witch's Rock Surf Camp - [Playa Tamarindo Monday December, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-december-2017/): Playa Tamarindo Monday December, 2017. - [Playa Grande Friday December 15, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-december-15-2017/): Playa Grande Friday December 15, 2017. - [Robert August Remembers Bruce Brown](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-remembers-bruce-brown/): Explore the memories of Robert August as he shares stories about his friend Bruce Brown and their surf adventures. - [Playa Grande Thursday December 14, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-december-14-2017/): Playa Grande Thursday December 14, 2017. - [Tamarindo Wednesday December 13, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-december-13-2017/): Tamarindo Wednesday December 13, 2017. - [The Relay and the Wipe Out](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-relay-and-the-wipe-out/): Join us for an exciting day of surfing in Costa Rica and discover the highlights of The Relay and the Wipe Out. - [Playa Grande Tuesday, December 12, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-december-12-2017/): Playa Grande Tuesday, December 12, 2017 - [Tamarindo Monday 11 December 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-11-december-2017/): Tamarindo Monday 11 December 2017 - [How to Pack for the Perfect Surf Trip](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-pack-for-the-perfect-surf-trip/): How to Pack for the Perfect Surf Trip - [Feliz Navidad](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/feliz-navidad/): Traveling with a group is always fun and entertaining, especially at Witch's Rock Surf Camp with friends or family. - [Bring Surfing to Shore with a Few Great Films](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/our-favorite-surfing-movies/): Bring Surfing to Shore with a Few Great Films - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, November, 29, 2007](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-november-29-2007/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, November, 29, 2007 - [When Can We Go Back?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/when-can-we-go-back/): Join me on a nostalgic journey as I explore the question, When Can We Go Back, to unforgettable moments in Costa Rica. - [Playa Avellanas -Tuesday, November, 28, 2007](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-november-28-2007/): Playa Avellanas -Tuesday, November, 28, 2007 - [Playa Tamarindo Monday, November, 27, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-november-27-2017/): Playa Tamarindo Monday, November, 27, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, November, 25, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-november-25-2017/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, November, 25, 2017 - [Playa Grande, Friday, November, 24, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-november-24-2017/): Playa Grande, Friday, November, 24, 2017 - [WRSC Guide to Surfboard Shape](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrsc-guide-to-surfboard-shape/): Navigate the complexities of surfboard shapes with the WRSC Guide to Surfboard Shape and select your perfect ride. - [Marbella, Thursday, November, 23, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-thursday-november-23-2017/): Marbella, Thursday, November, 23, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo, Tuesday, November 22, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-november-22-2017/): Playa Tamarindo, Tuesday, November 22, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday, November, 20, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-november-20-2017/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday, November, 20, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, November, 18, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-november-18-2017/): Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, November, 18, 2017 - [Holiday Gift Guide for the Surfer in Your Life](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/holiday-gift-guide-for-the-surfer-in-your-life/): Discover thoughtful gifts in our Holiday Gift Guide for the Surfer in Your Life, perfect for the surfer on your list - [Playa Grande - Friday, November 17, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-november-17-2017/): Playa Grande - Friday, November 17, 2017 - ["Mama" Catch's a Wave](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/mama-catchs-a-wave/): Learn how Mama Catch’s a Wave brought the family together for an adventurous surf trip to Witch's Rock Surf Camp. - [Tamarindo - Monday, November 13, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-november-13-2017/): Tamarindo - Monday, November 13, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, November, 11, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-november-11-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, November, 11, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Friday, November,10, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-friday-november10-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Friday, November,10, 2017 - [Take a Break: Your Guide to the Three Main Types of Waves](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/take-a-break-your-guide-to-the-three-main-types-of-waves/): Explore your guide to the three main types of waves and learn about their unique characteristics at surf breaks. - [Playa Grande - Thursday, November, 09, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-november-09-2017/): Playa Grande - Thursday, November, 09, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, November, 08, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-november-08-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, November, 08, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Tuesday, November, 07, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-november-06-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Tuesday, November, 07, 2017 - [Sometimes Surfing Leads to Love](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/sometimes-surfing-leads-to-love/): Sometimes Surfing Leads to Love - [Playa Tamarindo - Monday, November, 06, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-november-06-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Monday, November, 06, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Friday, November 3, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-november-3-2017/): Playa Grande - Friday, November 3, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Thursday, November 2, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-november-2-2017/): Playa Grande - Thursday, November 2, 2017 - [Surf Science: The Importance of Swell Angle](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-the-importance-of-swell-angle/): Understand the concept of swell angle in surf science to make informed decisions before hitting the waves in Costa Rica. - [Tamarindo - Wednesday, November 1, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-november-1-2017/): Tamarindo - Wednesday, November 1, 2017 - [How I Caught My First Wave](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-i-caught-my-first-wave/): Learn how I overcame challenges to catch my first wave while surfing. A personal story of determination and technique awaits. - [Avellanas - Tuesday, October 31, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-october-31-2017/): Avellanas - Tuesday, October 31, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Monday, October 30, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-october-30-2017/): Tamarindo - Monday, October 30, 2017 - [Playa Potrero - Friday , October 27, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-potrero-friday-october-27-2017/): Playa Potrero - Friday , October 27, 2017 - [6 Things that Happen When You Go Surfing Most People Don't Know](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/6-things-that-happen-when-you-go-surfing-most-people-dont-know/): Uncover the 6 things that happen when you go surfing most people are unaware of. Surfing is more than just waves and beaches. - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, October, 25, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-october-25-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, October, 25, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Tuesday, October, 24, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-october-24-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Tuesday, October, 24, 2017 - [The 40-Year-Old Virgin Surfer](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-40-year-old-virgin-surfer/): Learn how surfing transformed the life of The 40 Year Old Virgin Surfer, offering peace, mindfulness, and a connection to nature. - [Playa Grande - Monday, October 23, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-october-23-2017/): Playa Grande - Monday, October 23, 2017 - [Playa Grande Friday, October 20, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-octuber-20-2017/): Playa Grande Friday, October 20, 2017 - [Stay in Surf Shape, Wherever You Are](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/stay-in-surf-shape-wherever-you-are/): Stay in Surf Shape, Wherever You Are - [Playa Avellanas Thursday,October 19, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursdayoctober-19-2017/): Playa Avellanas Thursday,October 19, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday , Octuber 18, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-octuber-18-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday , Octuber 18, 2017 - [My Solo Trip To Witch's Rock Surf Camp](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/my-solo-trip-to-witchs-rock-surf-camp/): My Solo Trip To Witch's Rock Surf Camp - [Casitas , Tuesday, October 17, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/casitas-tuesday-october-17-2017/): Casitas , Tuesday, October 17, 2017 - [Tamarindo – Monday, October 16, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-october-16-2017/): Tamarindo – Monday, October 16, 2017 - [How to Pack for a Surf Vacation with Kids](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-pack-for-a-surf-vacation-with-kids/): How to Pack for a Surf Vacation with Kids - [Playa Grande - Friday, October 13, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-october-13-2017/): Playa Grande - Friday, October 13, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Thursday, October 12, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-october-12-2017/): Playa Grande - Thursday, October 12, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Wednesday, October 11, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-october-11-2016/): Tamarindo - Wednesday, October 11, 2017 - [How a Surf Trip Changed My View of My Dad](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-a-surf-trip-changed-my-view-of-my-dad/): Discover how a surf trip in Costa Rica changed one person's perspective on their relationship with their dad. - [Playa Grande - Tuesday, October 10, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-october-10-2016/): Playa Grande - Tuesday, October 10, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Monday, October 9, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-october-9-2017/): Tamarindo - Monday, October 9, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, October, 07, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-october-07-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, October, 07, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Friday, October, 06, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-friday-october-06-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Friday, October, 06, 2017 - [How To Help Your Kids Learn To Surf](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-help-your-kids-learn-to-surf/): How To Help Your Kids Learn To Surf - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, October, 04, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-october-04-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, October, 04, 2017 - [Trial By Marbella](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/trial-by-marbella/): Trial By Marbella - [Playa Grande - Tuesday, October, 03, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-october-03-2017/): Playa Grande - Tuesday, October, 03, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Monday, October, 02, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-october-02-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Monday, October, 02, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, September, 30, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-september-30-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, September, 30, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Friday, September, 29, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-september-29-2017/): Playa Grande - Friday, September, 29, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Thursday, September, 28, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-september-28-2017/): Playa Grande - Thursday, September, 28, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, 27, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-27-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, 27, 2017 - [First Time Surfing? Here’s Your Guide to Having a Blast](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/first-time-surfing-heres-your-guide-to-having-a-blast/): First time surfing? Here’s your guide to having a blast! Discover essential tips for a safe and fun surfing experience. - [Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, September, 26, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-september-26-2017/): Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, September, 26, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Monday, September, 25, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-september-25-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Monday, September, 25, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, September, 23, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-september-23-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, September, 23, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Friday, September, 22, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-september-22-2017/): Playa Grande - Friday, September, 22, 2017 - [Graduating from the Kiddie Pool](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/graduating-from-the-kiddie-pool/): Graduating from the Kiddie Pool - [Playa Tamarindo - Thursday, September, 21, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-september-21-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Thursday, September, 21, 2017 - [Welcome to Talk Story](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/welcome-to-talk-story/): Talk Story is a Hawaiian term for chatting or shooting the breeze. Talking story is what friends do on a lazy day, - [Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, September, 20, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-september-20-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, September, 20, 2017 - [Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, September, 19, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thuesday-september-19-2017/): Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, September, 19, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Monday, September, 18, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-september-18-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Monday, September, 18, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, September, 16, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-september-16-2017/): Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, September, 16, 2017 - [Playa Avellanas - Friday, September, 15, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-friday-september-15-2017/): Playa Avellanas - Friday, September, 15, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Thursday, September, 14, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-september-14-2017/): Playa Grande - Thursday, September, 14, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Wednesday, September 13, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-september-13-2017/): Playa Grande - Wednesday, September 13, 2017 - [Avellanas - Tuesday, September 12, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-september-12-2017/): Avellanas - Tuesday, September 12, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Monday, September 11, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-september-11-2017/): Playa Grande - Monday, September 11, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Saturday, September 9, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-september-9-2017/): Tamarindo - Saturday, September 9, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Friday , September 8, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-september-8-2017/): Playa Grande - Friday , September 8, 2017 - [Tamarindo- Thursday, September 5 ,2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-thursday-september-5-2017/): Tamarindo- Thursday, September 5 ,2017 - [Playa grande Wednesday , September 6 , 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-september-6-2017/): Playa grande Wednesday , September 6 , 2017 - [Tamarindo - Tuesday, September 5, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-september-5-2017/): Tamarindo - Tuesday, September 5, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo, Thursday, August 31, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-august-31-2017/): Playa Tamarindo, Thursday, August 31, 2017. - [Playa Avellanas, Wednesday, August 30, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-wednesday-august-30-2017/): Playa Avellanas, Wednesday, August 30, 2017. - [Playa Avellanas, Monday, August 28, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-august-28-2017/): Playa Avellanas, Monday, August 28, 2017. - [Tamarindo - Thursday, August 24, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-thursday-august-25-2017/): Tamarindo - Thursday, August 24, 2017 - [Nosara - Wednesday, August 23, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/nosara-wednesday-august-23-2017/): Nosara - Wednesday, August 23, 2017 - [Guiones - Tuesday, August 22, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guiones-tuesday-august-22-2017/): Guiones - Tuesday, August 22, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Monday, August 21, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-august-21-2017/): Tamarindo - Monday, August 21, 2017 - [Avellanas - Wednesday, August 16, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-wednesday-august-16-2017/): Avellanas - Wednesday, August 16, 2017 - [Avellanas - Tuesday, August 15, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-august-14-2017/): Avellanas - Tuesday, August 15, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo, Monday, August, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-august-2017/): Playa Tamarindo, Monday, August, 2017. - [Playa Grande Friday, August 11, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-august-11-2017/): Playa Grande Friday, August 11, 2017 - [Tamarindo Wednesday , August 9, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-august-9-2017/): Tamarindo Wednesday , August 9, 2017 - [Tamarindo Monday, August 7, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-august-7-2017/): Tamarindo Monday, August 7, 2017 - [Avellanas Tuesday , August 8 , 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-august-8-2017/): Avellanas Tuesday , August 8 , 2017 - [Avellanas - Tuesday, August 1, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-august-1-2017/): Avellanas - Tuesday, August 1, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Monday, July 31, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-july-31-2017/): Tamarindo - Monday, July 31, 2017 - [Playa Grande- Friday, July 28, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-july-28-2017/): Playa Grande- Friday, July 28, 2017. - [Playa Tamarindo-Tuesday, July 25, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-july-25-2017/): Playa Tamarindo-Tuesday, July 25, 2017. - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, 26 July 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-26-july-2017/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, 26 July 2017. - [Playa Tamarindo- Monday, July 24, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-july-24-2017/): Playa Tamarindo- Monday, July 24, 2017. - [Captain Suizo - Friday, July 21, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/captain-suizo-friday-july-21-2017/): Captain Suizo - Friday, July 21, 2017 - [Playa Avellanas - Thursday , July 20, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-july-20-2017/): Playa Avellanas - Thursday , July 20, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Tuesday, July 18, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-july-18-2017/): Tamarindo - Tuesday, July 18, 2017 - [What to bring to Costa Rica on your next surf trip](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-to-bring-to-costa-rica-on-your-next-surf-trip/): Plan your surf trip to Costa Rica with ease. Find out what essential items you need to bring for an unforgettable experience. - [Tamarindo - Monday , July 17, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-july-17-2017/): Tamarindo - Monday , July 17, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Thursday, July 13, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-thursday-july-13-2017/): Tamarindo - Thursday, July 13, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Friday, July 14, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-july-14-2017/): Playa Grande - Friday, July 14, 2017 - [Avellanas - Wednesday, July 12, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-wednesday-july-12-2017/): Avellanas - Wednesday, July 12, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Tuesday, July 12, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-july-12-2017/): Tamarindo - Tuesday, July 12, 2017 - [Avellanas - Monday, July 10, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-monday-july-11-2017/): Avellanas - Monday, July 10, 2017 - [Playa Grande, Friday, July 7, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-july-7-2017/): Playa Grande, Friday, July 7, 2017. - [Playa Grande, Thursday, July 6, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-july-6-2017/): Playa Grande, Thursday, July 6, 2017. - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, July 5, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-july-5-2017/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, July 5, 2017. - [Avellanas - Tuesday, July 4, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-july-4-2017/): Avellanas - Tuesday, July 4, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Monday, July 3, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-july-3-2017/): Playa Grande - Monday, July 3, 2017 - [Captain Suizo Friday, June 30, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/30370/): Captain Suizo Friday, June 30, 2017 - [Avellenas Thursday, June 29, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellenas-thursday-june-29-2017/): Avellenas Thursday, June 29, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo Wednesday , june 28 , 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-june-28-2017/): Playa Tamarindo Wednesday , june 28 , 2017 - [Tamarindo Monday , June 26, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tmarindo-monday-june-26-2017/): Tamarindo Monday , June 26, 2017 - [Avellanas Tuesday, June 27 , 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-june-27-2017/): Avellanas Tuesday, June 27 , 2017 - [Tamarindo - Saturday, June 24, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-june-24-2017/): Tamarindo - Saturday, June 24, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Friday, June 23, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-23-2017/): Playa Grande - Friday, June 23, 2017 - [Avellanas - Thursday, June 22, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-thursday-june-22-2017/): Avellanas - Thursday, June 22, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Tuesday, June 20, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-june-20-2017/): Tamarindo - Tuesday, June 20, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Wednesday, June 21, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-june-21-2017/): Tamarindo - Wednesday, June 21, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Monday, June 19, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-june-19-2017/): Tamarindo - Monday, June 19, 2017 - [Playa Grande, Friday , June 16, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-16-2017/): Playa Grande, Friday , June 16, 2017. - [Playa Grande, Thursday, 15, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-15-2017/): Playa Grande, Thursday, 15, 2017. - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday 14, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-14-2017/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday 14, 2017. - [Playa Grande, Tuesday 13, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-13-2017/): Playa Grande, Tuesday 13, 2017. - [Playa Tamarindo Monday, June 12, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-june-12-2017/): Playa Tamarindo Monday, June 12, 2017. - [Playa Tamarindo Friday, june 9 , 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-friday-june-9-2017/): Playa Tamarindo Friday, june 9 , 2017 - [Surf Science: Why do waves break?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-why-do-waves-break/): Surf Science: Why do waves break? - [Playa grande Thursday , june 8 , 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-june-7-2017/): Playa grande Thursday , june 8 , 2017 - [Tamarindo Wednesday, june 7 , 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-june-7-2017/): Tamarindo Wednesday, june 7 , 2017 - [Playa Grande Tuesday june 6, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-june-6-2017/): Playa Grande Tuesday june 6, 2017 - [Tamarindo Monday, june 05, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-june-05-2017/): Tamarindo Monday, june 05, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Saturday, June 3, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-june-3-2017/): Tamarindo - Saturday, June 3, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Friday, June 2, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-2-2017/): Playa Grande - Friday, June 2, 2017 - [5 Rules of Surfer Nutrition - Fueling Your Body To Perform Your Best (Part 1)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-rules-of-surfer-nutrition-fueling-your-body-to-perform-your-best-part-1/): Fuel your surf sessions with these 5 essential rules of surfer nutrition. Boost energy, speed up recovery, and maximize performance. - [Playa Grande - Thursday, June 1, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-june-1-2017/): Playa Grande - Thursday, June 1, 2017 - [Avellanas - Wednesday, May 31, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-may-31-2017/): Avellanas - Wednesday, May 31, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Tuesday, May 30, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-may-30-2017/): Tamarindo - Tuesday, May 30, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Monday, May 29, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-may-29-2017/): Tamarindo - Monday, May 29, 2017 - [Playa Grande, Friday, 26 May, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-26-may-2017/): Playa Grande, Friday, 26 May, 2017. - [Playa Marbella, Thursday, May 25, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-thursday-may-25-2017/): Playa Marbella, Thursday, May 25, 2017. - [Tamarindo, Wednesday, May 24, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-may-24-2017/): Tamarindo, Wednesday, May 24, 2017. - [Playa Grande, tuesday, May 23, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-may-23-2017/): Playa Grande, tuesday, May 23, 2017. - [Avellanas - Monday, May 22, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-monday-may-22-2017/): Avellanas - Monday, May 22, 2017 - [Playa Grande Friday, May 19 , 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-may-19-2017/): Playa Grande Friday, May 19 , 2017 - [Tamarindo Wednesday, May 17 , 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-may-17-2017/): Tamarindo Wednesday, May 17 , 2017 - [Ask Robert Anything!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ask-robert-anything/): Join the new segment, Ask Robert Anything, and get answers from surf legend Robert August every Friday night! - [Playa Grande Tuesday, May 16, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-may-16-2017/): Playa Grande Tuesday, May 16, 2017 - [Tamarindo Monday, May 15, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-may-15-2017/): Tamarindo Monday, May 15, 2017 - [Avellanas - Thursday, May 11, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-thursday-may-11-2017/): Avellanas - Thursday, May 11, 2017 - [Avellanas - Friday, May 12, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-friday-may-12-2017/): Avellanas - Friday, May 12, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Saturday, May 13, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-may-13-2017/): Tamarindo - Saturday, May 13, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Wednesday, May 10, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-may-11-2017/): Tamarindo - Wednesday, May 10, 2017 - [Avellanas - Tuesday, Abril 9, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-abril-9-2017/): Avellanas - Tuesday, Abril 9, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Monday, May 8, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-may-8-2017/): Tamarindo - Monday, May 8, 2017 - [Playa Tamarindo, 6 May, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-6-may-2017/): Playa Tamarindo, 6 May, 2017. - [Playa Tamarindo, 5 May, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-5-may-2017/): Playa Tamarindo, 5 May, 2017. - [Playa Avellanas, 4 May, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-4-may-2017/): Playa Avellanas, 4 May, 2017. - [Playa Tamarindo, 3 May, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-3-may-2017/): Playa Tamarindo, 3 May, 2017. - [Playa Grande, May 2, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-may-2-2017/): Playa Grande, May 2, 2017. - [The WRSC Experience (Exceptional guest video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-wrsc-experience-exceptional-guest-video/): The WRSC Experience (Exceptional guest video) - [Tamarindo, Monday, May 1, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-may-1-2017/): Tamarindo, Monday, May 1, 2017. - [Tamarindo – Thursday, April 27, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-thursday-april-27-2017/): Tamarindo – Thursday, April 27, 2017 - [Playa Grande – Wednesday, April 26, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-april-26-2017/): Playa Grande – Wednesday, April 26, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Monday, April 24, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-april-24-2017/): Tamarindo - Monday, April 24, 2017 - [Avellanas – Tuesday, April 25, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-april-25-2017/): Avellanas – Tuesday, April 25, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Saturday, April 22, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-april-22-2017/): Tamarindo - Saturday, April 22, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Friday, April 21, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-april-21-2017/): Playa Grande - Friday, April 21, 2017 - [Avellanas - Thursday, April 20, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-thursday-april-20-2017/): Avellanas - Thursday, April 20, 2017 - [Avellanas - Tuesday, April 18, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-april-18-2017/): Avellanas - Tuesday, April 18, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Wednesday, April 19, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-april-19-2017/): Tamarindo - Wednesday, April 19, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Monday, April 17, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-april-17-2017/): Tamarindo - Monday, April 17, 2017 - [Tamarindo, Wednesday, April 12, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-april-12-2017/): Tamarindo, Wednesday, April 12, 2017. - [Playa Grande, Tursday, April 13, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tursday-april-13-2017/): Playa Grande, Tursday, April 13, 2017. - [The Science of Stoke: Why does surfing make us happy?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-science-of-stoke-why-does-surfing-make-us-happy/): The Science of Stoke: Why does surfing make us happy? - [Tamarindo Tuesday, April 11, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-april-11-2017/): Tamarindo Tuesday, April 11, 2017. - [Tamarindo - Thursday, April 06, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-thursday-april-06-2017/): Tamarindo - Thursday, April 06, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Wesdnesday, April 5, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wesdnesday-april-5-2017/): Tamarindo - Wesdnesday, April 5, 2017 - [Playa grande - Tuesday, April 4, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-april-4-2017/): Playa grande - Tuesday, April 4, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Monday, April 3, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-april-3-2017/): Tamarindo - Monday, April 3, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Friday, March 31, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-31-2017/): Playa Grande - Friday, March 31, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Saturday, April 1, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-april-1-2017/): Tamarindo - Saturday, April 1, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Thursday, March 30, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-thursday-march-30-2017/): Tamarindo - Thursday, March 30, 2017 - [Saltwater Fitness ~ 3 Ways to Improve your Breathing for Surfing](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/saltwater-fitness-3-ways-to-improve-your-breathing-for-surfing/): Discover 3 ways to improve your breathing for surfing and enhance your performance at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. - [Playa Grande - Tuesday, March 28, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-march-28-2017/): Playa Grande - Tuesday, March 28, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Wednesday, March 29, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-march-29-2017/): Tamarindo - Wednesday, March 29, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Monday, March 27, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-march-27-2017/): Tamarindo - Monday, March 27, 2017 - [Playa Grande, Saturday, March 25.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-saturday-march-25/): Playa Grande, Saturday, March 25. - [Playa Grande, Friday, March 24.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-24/): Playa Grande, Friday, March 24. - [Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, March 22](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-march-22/): Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, March 22 - [Playa Avellanas, Thursday, March 23, 2017.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-march-2017/): Playa Avellanas, Thursday, March 23, 2017. - [Surf Science: The Mechanics of Playa Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-the-mechanics-of-playa-tamarindo/): Explore Surf Science: The Mechanics of Playa Tamarindo and discover what makes this location a top surfing destination. - [Playa Grande, Tuesday, March 21](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-march-21/): Playa Grande, Tuesday, March 21 - [Monday, March 20](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/monday-march-20/): Monday, March 20 - [Tamarindo - Saturday, March 18, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-march-18-2017/): Tamarindo - Saturday, March 18, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Friday, March 17, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-17-2017/): Playa Grande - Friday, March 17, 2017 - [Playa Grande Thursday, March 16th, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-march-16th-2017/): Playa Grande Thursday, March 16th, 2017 - [Playa Grande Tuesday, March 14th, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-march-14th-2017/): Playa Grande Tuesday, March 14th, 2017 - [Tamarindo Wednesday March 15th, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-march-15th-2017/): Tamarindo Wednesday March 15th, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Monday, March 13, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-march-13-2017/): Tamarindo - Monday, March 13, 2017 - [~Samba to the Sea~ Sunset Shop Launch! Special WRSC Discount..](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/samba-to-the-sea-sunset-shop-launch-special-wrsc-discount/): ~Samba to the Sea~ Sunset Shop Launch! Special WRSC Discount.. - [Playa Grande - Saturday - March 11, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-saturday-march-11-2017/): Playa Grande - Saturday - March 11, 2017 - [Playa Grande - Friday, March 10, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-10-2017/): Playa Grande - Friday, March 10, 2017 - [Avellanas - Thursday, March 9, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-thursday-march-9-2017/): Avellanas - Thursday, March 9, 2017 - [Tamarindo - Wednesday, March 8, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-march-8-2017/): Tamarindo - Wednesday, March 8, 2017 - [Avellanas & Playa Grande - Tuesday, March 7th, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-playa-grande-tuesday-march-7th-2017/): Avellanas & Playa Grande - Tuesday, March 7th, 2017 - [Longboard Clinic with Paco (Brian Vega)!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/longboard-clinic-with-paco/): Longboard Clinic with Paco (Brian Vega)! - [Tamarindo, 6th March 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-6th-march-2017/): Tamarindo, 6th March 2017 - [Playa Grande 4 March](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-4-march/): Playa Grande 4 March - [Playa Grande March 3rd, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-3-march/): Playa Grande March 3rd, 2017 - [Playa Grande March 2nd, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-2-march/): Playa Grande March 2nd, 2017 - [Tamarindo March 1st, 2017](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-1st-march-2017/): Tamarindo March 1st, 2017 - [Organic, WRSC-brand, Coffee now available.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/organic-wrsc-brand-coffee-now-available/): Organic, WRSC-brand, Coffee now available. - [Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 13th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-13th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 13th - [Surf Science: The Papagayo Winds of Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-the-papagayo-winds-of-costa-rica/): Surf Science: The Papagayo Winds of Costa Rica - [Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 06th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-06th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 06th - [Playa Grande Surf Report Feb 2nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-feb-2nd/): Playa Grande Surf Report Feb 2nd - [Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 2nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-2nd/): Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 2nd - [Warming up before surfing. Are you doing it right?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/warming-up-before-surfing-are-you-doing-it-right/): Learn the importance of warming up before surfing. Are you doing it right? Prepare for the waves with proper techniques. - [Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 25th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-25th-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 25th - [Tamarindo Surf Repor Jan 19th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-repor-jan-19th/): Tamarindo Surf Repor Jan 19th - [WRSC Instructor Free-Surf in Tamarindo (Video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/instructor-free-surf-in-tamarindo-video/): WRSC Instructor Free-Surf in Tamarindo (Video) - [Playa Grande Surf Report Jan 17th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-jan-17th/): Playa Grande Surf Report Jan 17th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 16th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-16th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 16th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 09th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-09th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 09th - [Playa Grande Surf Report Jan 04th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-jan-04th/): Playa Grande Surf Report Jan 04th - [Gadget Review: Ripcurl Search Watch vs. TRACE](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/gadget-review-ripcurl-search-gps-watch-vs-trace/): Gadget Review: Ripcurl Search Watch vs. TRACE - [Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 29th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-dec-29th/): Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 29th - [Avellanas and Casitas Surf Report Dec 27th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-and-casitas-surf-report-dec-27th/): Avellanas and Casitas Surf Report Dec 27th - [Avellanas Surf Report Dec 22nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-dec-22nd/): Avellanas Surf Report Dec 22nd - [Avellanas Surf Report Dec 21st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-dec-21st/): Avellanas Surf Report Dec 21st - [Playa Grande Surf Report Dec 20th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-dec-20th/): Playa Grande Surf Report Dec 20th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 19th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-dec-19th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 19th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 14th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-dec-14th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 14th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 12th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-dec-12th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 12th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 08th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-dec-08th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 08th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 07th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-dec-07th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 07th - [Playa Grande Surf Report Dec 06th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-dec-06th/): Playa Grande Surf Report Dec 06th - [Tamarindo Surf Repor Dec 05th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-repor-dec-05th/): Tamarindo Surf Repor Dec 05th - [Surf Science: The Importance of Swell Period (The Howler December Issue)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-the-importance-of-swell-period-the-howler-december-issue/): Explore Surf Science: The Importance of Swell Period and enhance your surfing experience with expert insights and tips. - [Tamarindo and Playa Grande Surf Report Nov 28th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-playa-grande-surf-report-nov-28th/): Tamarindo and Playa Grande Surf Report Nov 28th - [Tamarindo Surf Report 23rd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-23rd/): Tamarindo Surf Report 23rd - [Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 22nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov-11th-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 22nd - [Playa Grande Surf Report Nov 22nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-nov-22nd/): Playa Grande Surf Report Nov 22nd - [Playa Grande Surf Report Nov 8th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-nov-8th/): Playa Grande Surf Report Nov 8th - [Surf Science: How Waves are Created (The Howler November issue)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-how-waves-are-created-the-howler-november-issue/): Surf Science: How Waves are Created (The Howler November issue) - [Playa Avellanas Surf Report Nov 3rd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-surf-report-nov-3rd/): Playa Avellanas Surf Report Nov 3rd - [Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 1st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov-1st/): Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 1st - [Happy Halloween Surf Report Oct 31st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/happy-halloween-surf-report-oct-31st/): Happy Halloween Surf Report Oct 31st - [Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 26th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-oct-26th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 26th - [Avellanas Surf Report Oct 24th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-oct-24th/): Avellanas Surf Report Oct 24th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 20th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-oct-20th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 20th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 17th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-oct-17th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 17th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 13th - 2](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-oct-13th-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 13th - 2 - [Family Surfing at WRSC! ~ Guest Video](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/family-surfing-at-wrsc-guest-video/): Family Surfing at WRSC! ~ Guest Video - [Avellanas Surf Report Oct 12th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-oct-12th/): Avellanas Surf Report Oct 12th - [Avellanas and Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 11th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-and-tamarindo-surf-report-oct-11th/): Avellanas and Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 11th - [Playa Grande Surf Report Oct 07th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-oct-07th/): Playa Grande Surf Report Oct 07th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Sep 28th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-sep-28th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Sep 28th - [Avellanas Surf Report Sep 27th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-sep-sep-27th/): Avellanas Surf Report Sep 27th - [Tamarindo surf Report Sept 26th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-sept-26th/): Tamarindo surf Report Sept 26th - [Tamarindo and Playa Grande Surf Report Sep 21st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-playa-grande-surf-report-sep-21st/): Tamarindo and Playa Grande Surf Report Sep 21st - [Playa Grande Surf Report Sep 20th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-sep-20th/): Playa Grande Surf Report Sep 20th - [Happy Independence Day! Surf Report Sep15th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/happy-independence-day-surf-report-sep15th/): Happy Independence Day! Surf Report Sep15th - [Tamarindo and Avellanas Report Sep 13th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-avellanas-report-sep-13th/): Tamarindo and Avellanas Report Sep 13th - [Tamarindo and Guiones Report Sep 9th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-guiones-report-sep-9th/): Tamarindo and Guiones Report Sep 9th - [Playa Grande Surf Report Sept 8th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-sept-8th/): Playa Grande Surf Report Sept 8th - [Avellanas Surf Report Sept 06th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-sept-06th/): Avellanas Surf Report Sept 06th - [Field Trip to "The Island"](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/field-trip-to-the-island/): Join us for a thrilling field trip to 'The Island' and discover perfect beginner waves and stunning views along the way. - [Avellanas and Tamarindo Report August 31st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-and-tamarindo-report-august-31st/): Avellanas and Tamarindo Report August 31st - [Tamarindo Surf Report August 18th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-18th/): Tamarindo Surf Report August 18th - [Be SURE you're gonna SCORE!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/be-sure-youre-gonna-score/): Be SURE you’re gonna score great waves at Playa Grande with our expert surfing instruction and guidance. - [Tamarindo Surf Report August 17th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-17th/): Tamarindo Surf Report August 17th - [Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report August 16th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-august-16th/): Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report August 16th - [Tamarindo Surf Report August 15th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-15th/): Tamarindo Surf Report August 15th - [Guest Video - Threepeat with WRSC!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guest-video-threepeat-with-wrsc/): Guest Video - Threepeat with WRSC! - [Tamarindo Surf Report August 11th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-11th/): Tamarindo Surf Report August 11th - [Avellanas and Grande Surf Report August10th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-and-grande-surf-report-august10th/): Avellanas and Grande Surf Report August10th - [Tamarindo Surf Report August 9th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-9th/): Tamarindo Surf Report August 9th - [Tamarindo Surf Report August 8th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-8th/): Tamarindo Surf Report August 8th - [Tamarindo Surf Report August 4th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-4th/): Tamarindo Surf Report August 4th - [Tamarindo Surf Report August 3rd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-3rd/): Tamarindo Surf Report August 3rd - [Tamarindo and Ollie's Point Surf Report August 1st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-ollies-point-surf-report-august-1st/): Tamarindo and Ollie's Point Surf Report August 1st - [Tanarindo Surf Report August 2nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tanarindo-surf-report-august-2nd/): Tanarindo Surf Report August 2nd - [Tamarindo Surf Report July 29th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-29th/): Tamarindo Surf Report July 29th - [Tamarindo Surf Report July 27th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-27th/): Tamarindo Surf Report July 27th - [Playa Grande Surf Report July 26th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-26th/): Playa Grande Surf Report July 26th - [Tamarindo Surf Report July 21st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-21st/): Tamarindo Surf Report July 21st - [Tamarindo Surf Report July 19th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-19th/): Tamarindo Surf Report July 19th - [Tamarindo Surf Report July 18th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-18th/): Tamarindo Surf Report July 18th - [Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report July 14th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-and-tamarindo-surf-report-july-14th/): Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report July 14th - [Dawn Patrol Surf Cafe: Out of Bed, Ready to Shred!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/dawn-patrol-surf-cafe-out-of-bed-ready-to-shred/): Dawn Patrol Surf Cafe: Out of Bed, Ready to Shred! - [Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report July 13th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-july-13th/): Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report July 13th - [Tamarindo and Avellanas Surf Report July 12th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-avellanas-surf-report-july-12th/): Tamarindo and Avellanas Surf Report July 12th - [Marbella Surf Report July 08th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-surf-report-july-08th/): Marbella Surf Report July 08th - [Playa Grande and Tamarindo Report July 06th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-report-july-06th/): Playa Grande and Tamarindo Report July 06th - [Tamarindo Surf Report 05th July 2016](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-05th-july-2016/): Tamarindo Surf Report 05th July 2016 - [Tamarindo Surf Report 04th July 2016](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-4th-july-2016/): Tamarindo Surf Report 04th July 2016 - [Avellanas and Grande Surf Report June 30th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-and-grande-surf-report-june-30th/): Avellanas and Grande Surf Report June 30th - [Tamarindo Surf Report June 29th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-29th/): Tamarindo Surf Report June 29th - [Playa Grande Surf Report June 28th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-june-28th/): Playa Grande Surf Report June 28th - [Tamarindo and Avellanas Surf Report June 27th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-avellanas-surf-report-june-27th/): Tamarindo and Avellanas Surf Report June 27th - [North Area Surf Report June 23rd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/north-area-surf-report-june-23rd/): North Area Surf Report June 23rd - [Tamarindo and Suizo Surf Report June 22nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-suizo-surf-report-june-22nd/): Tamarindo and Suizo Surf Report June 22nd - [Ollie's Point Surf Report June 21st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ollies-point-surf-report-june-21st/): Ollie's Point Surf Report June 21st - [Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report June 20th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-june-20th/): Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report June 20th - [Costa Rica's Secret Season : El Veranillo de San Juan](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-ricas-secret-season-el-veranillo-de-san-juan/): Costa Rica's Secret Season : El Veranillo de San Juan - [Tamarindo Surf Report 16th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-16th-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report 16th - [Tamarindo and Suizo Surf Report 15th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-suizo-surf-report-15th/): Tamarindo and Suizo Surf Report 15th - [Tamarindo Surf Report 14th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-14th/): Tamarindo Surf Report 14th - [Playa Grande Surf Report June 13th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-june-13th/): Playa Grande Surf Report June 13th - [Playa Grande Surf Report June 10th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-june-10th/): Playa Grande Surf Report June 10th - [Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report June 9th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-june-9th/): Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report June 9th - [Tamarindo Surf Report June 8th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-8th/): Tamarindo Surf Report June 8th - [Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report June 7th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-and-tamarindo-surf-report-june-7th/): Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report June 7th - [Marbella and Grande Surf Report June 3rd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-and-grande-surf-report-june-3rd/): Marbella and Grande Surf Report June 3rd - [Tamarindo Surf Report June 2nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-2nd/): Tamarindo Surf Report June 2nd - [Tamarindo and Capitan Suizo Surf Report June 01st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-capitan-suizo-surf-report-june-01st/): Tamarindo and Capitan Suizo Surf Report June 01st - [Tamarindo Surf Report May 31st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-31st/): Tamarindo Surf Report May 31st - [Surf 4 Youth host FREE surf contest in Tamarindo. Groms stoked!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-4-youth-host-free-surf-contest-in-tamarindo-groms-stoked/): Surf 4 Youth host FREE surf contest in Tamarindo. Groms stoked! - [Tamarindo Surf Report May 30th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-30th/): Tamarindo Surf Report May 30th - [Tamarindo Surf Report May 25th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-25th/): Tamarindo Surf Report May 25th - [Tamarindo Surf Report May 23rd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-23rd/): Tamarindo Surf Report May 23rd - [Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report May 18th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-and-tamarindo-surf-report-may-18th/): Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report May 18th - [Tamarindo Surf Report May 19th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-19th-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report May 19th - [Tamarindo Surf Report May 16th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-16th/): Tamarindo Surf Report May 16th - [Ollie's Point and Casitas Surf Report May 12th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ollies-point-and-casitas-surf-report-may-12th/): Ollie's Point and Casitas Surf Report May 12th - [Tamarindo Surf Report May 11th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-11th/): Tamarindo Surf Report May 11th - [Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report May 10th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-and-tamarindo-surf-report-may-10th/): Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report May 10th - [Tamarindo Surf Report May 09th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-09th/): Tamarindo Surf Report May 09th - [~ Guest Review ~ "Our best vacation ever! And that says a lot because we have fun wherever we go."](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guest-review-our-best-vacation-ever-and-that-says-a-lot-because-we-have-fun-wherever-we-go/): Make memories of a lifetime at Witch's Rock. Friendly staff, expert surf instructors, guarantee your best surf vacation ever. - [Tamarindo Surf Report May 07th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-07th/): Tamarindo Surf Report May 07th - [Tamarindo and Casitas Surf Report May 03rd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-casitas-surf-report-may-03rd/): Tamarindo and Casitas Surf Report May 03rd - [Tamarindo Surf Report May 04th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-04th/): Tamarindo Surf Report May 04th - [Tamarindo and Playa Grande Surf Report May 02nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-playa-grande-surf-report-may-02nd/): Tamarindo and Playa Grande Surf Report May 02nd - [Avellanas Surf Report April 28th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-april-28th/): Avellanas Surf Report April 28th - [Tamarindo and Playa Grande Surf Report April 27th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-playa-grande-surf-report-april-27th/): Tamarindo and Playa Grande Surf Report April 27th - [Surf Science: An introduction to swell formation, surf spots, and reading waves.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-an-introduction-to-wave-formation-and-reading-waves/): Dive into Surf Science: An introduction to swell formation and enhance your surfing experience with wave forecasting insights. - [Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report April 25th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-and-tamarindo-surf-report-april-25th/): Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report April 25th - [Casitas and Tamarindo Surf Report April 26th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/casitas-and-tamarindo-surf-report-april-26th/): Casitas and Tamarindo Surf Report April 26th - [Tamarindo Surf Report 21st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-21st-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report 21st - [Playa Grande Surf Report 22nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-22nd/): Playa Grande Surf Report 22nd - [Tamarindo Surf Report April 20th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-20th/): Tamarindo Surf Report April 20th - [Playa Guiones and Tamarido Report April 19th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-guiones-and-tamarido-report-april-19th/): Playa Guiones and Tamarido Report April 19th - [Tamarindo Surf Report April 18th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-18th/): Tamarindo Surf Report April 18th - [Playa Grande Surf Report April 14th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-april-14th/): Playa Grande Surf Report April 14th - [Playa Grande Surf Report April 13th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-april-13th/): Playa Grande Surf Report April 13th - [Avellanas and Tamarindo Surf Report April 12th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-and-tamarindo-surf-report-april-12th/): Avellanas and Tamarindo Surf Report April 12th - [Ostional and Tamarindo Surf Report April 11th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ostional-and-tamarindo-surf-report-april-11th/): Ostional and Tamarindo Surf Report April 11th - [Tamarindo Surf Report April 07th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-07th-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report April 07th - [Tamarindo and Playa Grande Surf Report April 06th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-playa-grande-surf-report-april-06th/): Tamarindo and Playa Grande Surf Report April 06th - [Playa Grande and Tamarindo Report April 05th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-report-april-05th/): Playa Grande and Tamarindo Report April 05th - [Avellanas Surf Report April 04th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-april-04th/): Avellanas Surf Report April 04th - [Avellanas Surf Report March 31st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-march-31st/): Avellanas Surf Report March 31st - [Avellanas Surf Report March 30th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-march-30th/): Avellanas Surf Report March 30th - [Ostional and Tamarindo Report March 29th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ostional-and-tamarindo-report-march-29th/): Ostional and Tamarindo Report March 29th - [Avellanas Surf Report March 28th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-march-28th/): Avellanas Surf Report March 28th - [Tamarindo Surf Report March 26th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-26th-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report March 26th - [Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report March 24th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-march-24th/): Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report March 24th - [Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report March 23rd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-march-23rd/): Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report March 23rd - [Tamarindo Surf Report March 22th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-22th/): Tamarindo Surf Report March 22th - [Tamarindo Surf Report March 21st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-21st/): Tamarindo Surf Report March 21st - [Ollie's Point-Avellanas and Tamarindo Surf Report March 17](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ollies-point-avellanas-and-tamarindo-surf-report-march-17/): Ollie's Point-Avellanas and Tamarindo Surf Report March 17 - [Playa Grande Surf Report March 18th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-march-18th/): Playa Grande Surf Report March 18th - [Tamarindo Surf Report March 16th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-16th/): Tamarindo Surf Report March 16th - [Avellanas and Tamarindo Surf Report March 15th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-and-tamarindo-surf-report-march-15th/): Avellanas and Tamarindo Surf Report March 15th - [Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report March 14th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-march-14th/): Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report March 14th - ["Your entire staff from top to bottom were excellent!"](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/your-entire-staff-from-top-to-bottom-were-excellent/): "Your entire staff from top to bottom were excellent!" - [Tamarindo Avellanas Surf Report March 10th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-10th/): Tamarindo Avellanas Surf Report March 10th - [Tamarindo Surf Report March 08th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-08th/): Tamarindo Surf Report March 08th - [What Level Surfer are YOU?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-level-surfer-are-you/): Learn about the different levels of surfing and find out what level surfer you are, from beginner to advanced surf programs. - [Playa Grande Surf Report March 08th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-march-08th/): Playa Grande Surf Report March 08th - [Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report March 07th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-march-07th/): Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report March 07th - [Tamarindo Surf Report March 03rd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-03rd/): Tamarindo Surf Report March 03rd - [The Camelo Bikini chicas in Tamarindo!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-camelo-bikini-chicas-in-tamarindo/): The Camelo Bikini chicas in Tamarindo! - [Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report March 02nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-and-tamarindo-surf-report-march-02nd/): Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report March 02nd - [Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 29th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-29th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 29th - [Tamarindo Surf Report March 01st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-01st/): Tamarindo Surf Report March 01st - [Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 25th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-feb-25th/): Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 25th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 24th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-24th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 24th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 23rd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-23rd/): Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 23rd - [Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 22nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-22nd/): Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 22nd - [Ostional and Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 18th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-18th/): Ostional and Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 18th - [Avellanas and Tamarindo Surf Report Feb17th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-and-tamarindo-surf-report-feb17th/): Avellanas and Tamarindo Surf Report Feb17th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 16th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-16th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 16th - [Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 15th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-and-tamarindo-surf-report-feb-15th/): Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 15th - [Playa Grande Surf Report Feb 14th Happy Valentines Day..](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-feb-14th-happy-valentines-day/): Playa Grande Surf Report Feb 14th Happy Valentines Day.. - [Playa Grande Surf Report Feb 02nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-feb-02nd/): Playa Grande Surf Report Feb 02nd - [Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 01st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-01st-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 01st - [Tamarindo Surf Report Jan28th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan28th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Jan28th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 27th - 2](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-27th-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 27th - 2 - [Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 26th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-26th-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 26th - [Marbella Surf Report Jan25th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-surf-report-jan25th/): Marbella Surf Report Jan25th - [Team WRSC scores EPIC Ollie's Point ~ Jan 20th 2016](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/team-wrsc-scores-epic-ollies-point-jan-20th-2016/): Team WRSC scores EPIC Ollie's Point ~ Jan 20th 2016 - [Ollie's Surf Report Jan22nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ollies-surf-report-jan22nd/): Ollie's Surf Report Jan22nd - [Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 21st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-21st/): Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 21st - [Ostional, Marbella,Tamarindo Surf Report 19th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-19th/): Ostional, Marbella,Tamarindo Surf Report 19th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 18th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-18th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 18th - [Avellanas-Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 14th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/20571/): Avellanas-Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 14th - [Marbella Surf Report Jan12th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-surf-report-jan12th/): Marbella Surf Report Jan12th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 11th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-11th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 11th - [Ollie's Point Surf Report Jan08th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ollies-point-surf-report-jan08th/): Ollie's Point Surf Report Jan08th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 06th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-06th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 06th - [Avellanas Surf Report Dec 31st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-dec-31st/): Avellanas Surf Report Dec 31st - [Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 30th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-dec-30th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 30th - [Avellanas Surf Report Dec 29th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-dec-29th/): Avellanas Surf Report Dec 29th - [2016 New Year's Resolutions for Surfers](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/2016-new-years-resolutions-for-surfers/): 2016 New Year's Resolutions for Surfers - [Avellanas Surf Report Dec 22th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-dec-22th/): Avellanas Surf Report Dec 22th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 21th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-dec-21th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 21th - [Witch's Rock Gift Certificates: Spreading Holiday Stoke](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-gift-certificates-spreading-holiday-stoke/): Witch's Rock Gift Certificates: Spreading Holiday Stoke - ["Witch's Rock Was The Beginning of Several Firsts For Me."](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-was-the-beginning-of-several-firsts-for-me/): "Witch's Rock Was The Beginning of Several Firsts For Me." - ["Nothing felt real because everything was perfect."](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/nothing-felt-real-because-everything-was-perfect/): "Nothing felt real because everything was perfect." - [When You Learn to Surf With Your Family, Magic Happens](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/creating-confidence-bonds-and-new-skills/): When You Learn to Surf With Your Family, Magic Happens - ["A Truly Life-Altering Experience"](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-truly-life-altering-experience/): "A Truly Life-Altering Experience" - [Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 23rd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov-23rd/): Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 23rd - [Witch's Rock Surf Report Nov 20th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-report-nov-20th/): Witch's Rock Surf Report Nov 20th - [Facebook Contest: Win a Free Vacation in Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/facebook-contest-win-a-free-vacation-in-tamarindo/): Facebook Contest: Win a Free Vacation in Tamarindo - [Tamarindo Surf Report Nov18th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov18th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Nov18th - [Going Solo: 7 Ways Your Life Will Improve When You Travel Alone](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/going-solo-7-ways-your-life-will-improve-when-you-travel-alone/): Going Solo: 7 Ways Your Life Will Improve When You Travel Alone - [Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 17th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/19944/): Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 17th - [Playa Grande Surf Report Nov16th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-nov16th/): Playa Grande Surf Report Nov16th - [Is Costa Rica Safe?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-costa-rica-is-it-safe/): Traveling to Costa Rica? Find out if it's safe. Get insights, tips, and recommendations to ensure a secure and worry-free trip. - [Avellanas Surf Report Nov 12th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-nov-12th/): Avellanas Surf Report Nov 12th - [How To Get Barreled - A Surfing Tutorial](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-get-barreled-a-surfing-tutorial/): How To Get Barreled - A Surfing Tutorial - [Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 11th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov-11th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 11th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Nov09th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov09th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Nov09th - [Playa Grande Surf Report Nov 06th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-nov-06th/): Playa Grande Surf Report Nov 06th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 05th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov-05th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 05th - [Marbella Surf Report Nov 04th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-surf-report-nov-04th/): Marbella Surf Report Nov 04th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 03rd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov-03rd/): Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 03rd - [Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 02nd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov-02nd/): Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 02nd - [Ostional and Avellanas Surf Report Oct 29th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ostional-and-avellanas-surf-report-oct-29th/): Ostional and Avellanas Surf Report Oct 29th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 28th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-oct-28th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 28th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 27th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-oct-27th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 27th - [Witch's Rock Announces All Women Surf Retreats In 2016](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-announces-all-women-surf-retreats-in-2016/): Witch's Rock Announces All Women Surf Retreats In 2016 - [Guest Video! A Week of Surf, Sand, and Adventure at WRSC.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guest-video-a-week-of-surf-sand-and-adventure-at-wrsc/): Guest Video! A Week of Surf, Sand, and Adventure at WRSC. - [Playa Grande Surf Report Oct 15](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-oct-15/): Playa Grande Surf Report Oct 15 - [Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 13th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-oct-13th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 13th - ["I loved everything about it!"](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/i-loved-everything-about-it/): "I loved everything about it!" - [Avellanas Surf Report October 12](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-october-12/): Avellanas Surf Report October 12 - [Avellanas Surf Report October 9](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-october-9/): Avellanas Surf Report October 9 - [Tamarindo Surf Report Sept 07th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-sept-07th-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report Sept 07th - [Avellanas Surf Report October 2](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-october-2/): Avellanas Surf Report October 2 - [Playa Potrero Surf Report Sept 30](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-potrero-surf-report-sept-30/): Playa Potrero Surf Report Sept 30 - [Introducing our new sister, the Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrscs-official-secondary-location-el-pueblo-dorado/): Introducing our new sister, the Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel! - [Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report Sept 24](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-sept-24/): Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report Sept 24 - [Nosara(Guiones) Surf Report Sept 23rd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/nosaraguiones-surf-report-sept-23rd/): Nosara(Guiones) Surf Report Sept 23rd - [Avellanas Surf Report Sept 17th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-sept-17th/): Avellanas Surf Report Sept 17th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Sept 16th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-sept-16th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Sept 16th - [Surf Report Witch's Rock and Ollie's Point July 25th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-witchs-rock-and-ollies-point-july-25th/): Surf Report Witch's Rock and Ollie's Point July 25th - ["Everything from the week came together to hyper jump my surfing to a level I did not know I had."](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-camp-week-improve-surfing/): Reflecting on how everything from the week came together, discover valuable lessons learned in surfing and paddling. - ["I would like to thank the on-site staff for all of their help, great food, and warm service."](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/i-would-like-to-thank-the-on-site-staff-for-all-of-their-help-great-food-and-warm-service/): I would like to thank the on-site staff for their excellent service and support during my unforgettable trip to Costa Rica. - ["I've been surfing for years and could never figure out why I wasn't improving until..."](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfing-years-figure-out-why-no-improve/): I have been surfing for years and finally improved my skills with expert guidance at WRSC. Read my incredible journey! - [Tamarindo Surf Report April13th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april13th/): Tamarindo Surf Report April13th - [Here's What's Happening at Witch's Rock ~ March Newsletter~](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/heres-whats-happening-at-witchs-rock-march-newsletter/): Here's What's Happening at Witch's Rock ~ March Newsletter~ - [Tamarindo Surf Report March 30th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-30th/): Tamarindo Surf Report March 30th - [Tamarindo Surf Report March 21st - 2](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-21st/): Tamarindo Surf Report March 21st - 2 - [Get Stoked! ~South Swell Season has arrived~](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-stoked-south-swell-season-has-arrived/): Get Stoked! ~South Swell Season has arrived~ - [Playa Grande Surf Report March 14th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-march-14th/): Playa Grande Surf Report March 14th - [Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report 12th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-12th/): Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report 12th - [We've Got You Covered! Helpful skincare tips for sun-dried surfers.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/weve-got-you-covered-helpful-skincare-tips-for-sun-dried-surfers/): We've Got You Covered! Helpful skincare tips for sun-dried surfers. - [Tamarindo Surf Report March 09th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-09th/): Tamarindo Surf Report March 09th - [Witch's rock and Ollie's Point Report 05th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-and-ollies-point-report-05th/): Witch's rock and Ollie's Point Report 05th - [Witch’s Rock Solo Mission! Discovering the benefits of traveling alone...](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-solo-mission-discovering-the-benefits-of-traveling-alone/): Explore the Witch’s Rock Solo Mission and discover the freedom of travel on your own terms. Plan your perfect getaway. - [Tamarindo Surf Report March 04th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-04th/): Tamarindo Surf Report March 04th - [Tamarindo Surf Report 28th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-28th/): Tamarindo Surf Report 28th - [Honeymooners Under the Sun - Guest Blog by Mike & Nancy Robinson](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/honeymooners-under-the-sun-guest-blog-by-mike-nancy-robinson/): Honeymooners Under the Sun - Guest Blog by Mike & Nancy Robinson - [Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 08th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-08th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 08th - [Time-lining the Swell: A look back at Tamarindo's most recent NW monster.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/time-lining-the-swell-a-look-back-at-tamarindos-most-recent-nw-monster/): Get ready for Time-lining the Swell, an insightful journey through the excitement and challenges of Tamarindo's big waves. - [Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 3rd](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-3rd/): Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 3rd - [Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 1st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-1st/): Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 1st - [Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 31st](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-31st/): Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 31st - [Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 29th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-29th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 29th - [Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 28th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-28th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 28th - [Rising Star: Braeden Kopec](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/rising-star-braeden-kopec/): Meet Rising Star Braeden Kopec, an 8 year-old surfer from Flagler Beach with a passion for Costa Rica and its waves. - [Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 27th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-27th/): Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 27th - [Graduation Field Trip!----- Jan 9, 2015 (Video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/graduation-field-trip-jan-9-2015/): Graduation Field Trip!----- Jan 9, 2015 (Video) - [Playa Grande Surf Report - January 2 , 2015](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-january-2-2015/): Playa Grande Surf Report - January 2 , 2015 - [Playa Marbella Surf Report - January 5 , 2015](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-surf-report-january-5-2015/): Playa Marbella Surf Report - January 5 , 2015 - [Playa Marbella Surf Report - January 6 , 2015](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-surf-report-january-6-2015/): Playa Marbella Surf Report - January 6 , 2015 - [Playa Marbella Surf Report - January 8 , 2015](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-surf-report-january-8-2015/): Playa Marbella Surf Report - January 8 , 2015 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - December 29, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-december-29-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - December 29, 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - December 30, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-december-30-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - December 30, 2014 - [Playa Marbella Surf Report - December 31, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-surf-report-december-31-2014/): Playa Marbella Surf Report - December 31, 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - December 19, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-december-19-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - December 19, 2014 - [Playa Avellanas Surf Report - December 22, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-surf-report-december-22-2014/): Playa Avellanas Surf Report - December 22, 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - December 10, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-december-10-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - December 10, 2014 - [Playa Guiones/Ostional Surf Report - December 8, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-guionesostional-surf-report-december-8-2014/): Playa Guiones/Ostional Surf Report - December 8, 2014 - [Playa Avellanas surf report-December 5, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-surf-report-november-5-2014/): Playa Avellanas surf report-December 5, 2014 - [Playa Tamarindo Surf Report - December 2, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-surf-report-december-2-2014/): Playa Tamarindo Surf Report - December 2, 2014 - [Playa Avellanas surf report-December 3, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-surf-report-november-3-2014-2/): Playa Avellanas surf report-December 3, 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - November 14, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-november-14-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - November 14, 2014 - [Playa Avellanas Surf Report - November 27, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-surf-report-november-27-2014/): Playa Avellanas Surf Report - November 27, 2014 - [Playa Avellanas Surf Report - November 28, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-surf-report-november-28-2014/): Playa Avellanas Surf Report - November 28, 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - December 1, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-december-1-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - December 1, 2014 - [The Amazing Adventures of Frisco Fletch!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-amazing-adventures-of-frisco-fletch/): Join the amazing adventures of Frisco Fletch! Discover his latest journey and creative trip highlights from Witch's Rock. - [Playa Tamarindo Surf Report - October 21, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-surf-report-october-21-2014/): Playa Tamarindo Surf Report - October 21, 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - October 19, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-october-19-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - October 19, 2014 - [Avellanas Surf Report - October 20, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-october-20-2014/): Avellanas Surf Report - October 20, 2014 - [Tamarindo takes steps forward with new Lifeguard program.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-takes-steps-forward-with-new-lifeguard-program/): Tamarindo takes steps forward with new Lifeguard program. - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 15, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-15-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 15, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 16, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-17-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 16, 2014 - [Avellans Surf Report - October 17, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellans-surf-report-october-17-2014/): Avellans Surf Report - October 17, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 14, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-14-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 14, 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - October 12, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-october-12-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - October 12, 2014 - [Playa Guioness Surf Report - October 13, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-guioness-surf-report-october-13-2014/): Playa Guioness Surf Report - October 13, 2014 - [Avellanas Surf Report - October 3, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-october-3-2014/): Avellanas Surf Report - October 3, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 4th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-4th/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 4th - [Tamarindo Surf Report - September 13th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-13th/): Tamarindo Surf Report - September 13th - [Tamarindo Surf Report - September 7, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-7-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - September 7, 2014 - [Avellanas Surf Report - September 8, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-september-8-2014/): Avellanas Surf Report - September 8, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - September 9, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-9-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - September 9, 2014 - [Guest reflection on a surf trip to Witch's Rock - Photos and text by Frisco Fletch](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guest-reflection-surf-trip-witchs-rock/): Explore a guest reflection on a surf trip to Witch's Rock. Dive into memorable experiences and upcoming adventures. - [Tamarindo Surf Report - September 6th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-5th/): Tamarindo Surf Report - September 6th - [Avellanas Surf Report - September 1, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-september-1-2014/): Avellanas Surf Report - September 1, 2014 - [Guiones Surf Report - September 2, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guiones-surf-report-september-2-2014/): Guiones Surf Report - September 2, 2014 - [Witch's Rock Surf Report - September 3, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-report-september-3-2014/): Witch's Rock Surf Report - September 3, 2014 - [Avellanas Surf Report - September 5, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-september-5-2014/): Avellanas Surf Report - September 5, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - August 28, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-28-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - August 28, 2014 - [witchs rock Surf Report - August 29, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-report-august-29-2014/): witchs rock Surf Report - August 29, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - August 31, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-31-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - August 31, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - August 30th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-30th/): Tamarindo Surf Report - August 30th - [Playa Grande Surf Report - August 27, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-august-27-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - August 27, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - August 26, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-26-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - August 26, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - August 21, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-21-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - August 21, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - August 24, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-24-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - August 24, 2014 - [Playa Tamarindo Surf Report - August 23,2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-surf-report-august-232014/): Playa Tamarindo Surf Report - August 23,2014 - [playa grande Surf Report - August 20, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-august-20-2014/): playa grande Surf Report - August 20, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - August 19, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-19-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - August 19, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - August 18, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-18-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - August 18, 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - August 17, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-august-17-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - August 17, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report August 16th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-16th/): Tamarindo Surf Report August 16th - [Avellanas Surf Report - August 15, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-august-15-2014/): Avellanas Surf Report - August 15, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - August 14, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-14-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - August 14, 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - August 1, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-august-1-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - August 1, 2014 - [Playa Avellanas Surf Report - August 6, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-surf-report-august-6-2014/): Playa Avellanas Surf Report - August 6, 2014 - [Marbella Surf Report 8.4.14](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-surf-report-8-4-14/): Marbella Surf Report 8.4.14 - [Playa Marbella Surf Report - july 30, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-surf-report-july-30-2014/): Playa Marbella Surf Report - july 30, 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - july 25, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-25-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - july 25, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - july 29, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-29-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - july 29, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - july 24, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-24-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - july 24, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - july 9, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-9-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - july 9, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - july 8, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-8-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - july 8, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - july 6, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-6-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - july 6, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - july 7, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-7-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - july 7, 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - july 3, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-may-3-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - july 3, 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - July 2, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-2-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - July 2, 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - July 1, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-1-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - July 1, 2014 - [Avellanas Surf Report - June 30, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-june-30-2014/): Avellanas Surf Report - June 30, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - June 28, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-28-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - June 28, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - June 27, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-27-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - June 27, 2014 - [Special Offer: Joe’s Tiki Hut is up for grabs!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/special-offer-joes-tiki-hut-is-up-for-grabs/): Special Offer: Joe’s Tiki Hut is up for grabs! - [Tamarindo Surf Report - June 26, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-26-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - June 26, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - June 25, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-25-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - June 25, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - June 24, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-24-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - June 24, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - June 12, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-12-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - June 12, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - June 3, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-3-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - June 3, 2014 - [Playa Avellanas Surf Report - June 2, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-surf-report-june-2-2014/): Playa Avellanas Surf Report - June 2, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - June 1, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-1-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - June 1, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - May 31, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-31-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - May 31, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - may 30, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-30-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - may 30, 2014 - [Watching Kids Learn to Surf in Tamarindo A Parent’s Reflection](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/watching-kids-learn-to-surf-in-tamarindo-a-parents-reflection/): Experience the magic of kids learning to surf in Tamarindo. Read our story and witness the thrill of watching children. - [Tamarindo Surf Report - may 29, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-29-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - may 29, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - may 28, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-28-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - may 28, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - may 27, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-27-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - may 27, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - may 26, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-26-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - may 26, 2014 - [Help Wanted- Skilled Videographer and Editor](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/help-wanted-skilled-videographer-and-editor/): Help Wanted- Skilled Videographer and Editor - [Tamarindo Surf Report - may 25, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-25-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - may 25, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - May 24 , 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-24-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - May 24 , 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - may 23, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-may-23-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - may 23, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - may 22, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-22-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - may 22, 2014 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - may 21, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-may-21-2014/): Playa Grande Surf Report - may 21, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - may 20, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-20-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - may 20, 2014 - [Avellanas Surf Report - May 9, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-may-9-2014/): Avellanas Surf Report - May 9, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - May 8, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-8-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - May 8, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - may 7, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-7-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - may 7, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - may 6, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-6-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - may 6, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - may 5, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-5-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - may 5, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - may 4, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-4-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - may 4, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - May 3](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-3/): Tamarindo Surf Report - May 3 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - may 2, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-2-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - may 2, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - May 1, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-31-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - May 1, 2014 - [How Rainy is “Rainy Season?”- What to expect during Costa Rica’s green months.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-rainy-season-expectations/): Learn about the distinctive Costa Rican climate: only two seasons, wet and dry. Discover the magic of the rainy season. - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 30, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-30-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 30, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 24, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-24-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 24, 2014 - [Help Wanted- Experienced Sushi Chef](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/help-wanted-experienced-sushi-chef/): Help Wanted- Experienced Sushi Chef - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 13, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-13-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 13, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 12, 2014 / Circuito Nacional Guanacasteco](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-12-2014-circuito-nacional-guanacasteco/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 12, 2014 / Circuito Nacional Guanacasteco - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 11, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-11-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 11, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 10, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-10-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 10, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 9, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-9-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 9, 2014 - [Circuito Guanacasteco de Surf Returns to Tamarindo for its 5th Stop (and some high-flying action!)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-circuit-guanacasteco-tamarindo/): Join us for the Circuito Guanacasteco de Surf Returns to Tamarindo. Enjoy thrilling surfing competitions this weekend! - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 8, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-8-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 8, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 6, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-6-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 6, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 5, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-5-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 5, 2014 - [Sharing our love of beer at the 3rd Annual Craft Beer Festival, San Jose](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/craft-beer-festival-san-jose/): Explore the world of craft beer with us! Share our love of beer at the 3rd annual Craft Beer Festival this Saturday. - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 4, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-4-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 4, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 1, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-1-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 1, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 3, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-3-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 3, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 2, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-2-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 2, 2014 - [What To Do In Tamarindo When You're Not Surfing](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-to-do-in-tamarindo-costa-rica-tours-activities/): Looking for things to do in Tamarindo when you're taking a break from surfing? From beach massages to full-day volcano adventures. - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 25, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-25-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 25, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 26, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-26-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 26, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 20, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-20-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 20, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 19, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-19-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 19, 2014 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 14, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-14-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 14, 2014 - [Grande Surf Report - March 13, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-march-13-2014-video/): Grande Surf Report - March 13, 2014 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 12, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-12-2014-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 12, 2014 (video) - [The New El Vaquero Beachfront Brewpub in Tamarindo](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-new-el-vaquero-beachfront-brewpub-in-tamarindo/): Discover The New El Vaquero Beachfront Brewpub in Tamarindo, featuring a delicious menu and scenic ocean views. - [Avellanas Surf Report - March 11, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-11-2014-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - March 11, 2014 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 10, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-10-2014-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 10, 2014 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 8 , 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-8-2014-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 8 , 2014 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 7, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-7-2014/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 7, 2014 - [Avellanas Surf Report - March 6, 3014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-march-6-3014-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - March 6, 3014 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report March 5, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-5-2014-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report March 5, 2014 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - March 4, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-march-4-2014-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - March 4, 2014 (video) - [Witch's Rock Surf Camp Changed My Life](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-camp-changed-my-life/): Discover how Witch's Rock Surf Camp transformed one woman's life through the power of surfing. Read her inspiring story now! - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 3, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-3-2014-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 3, 2014 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 1, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-1-2014-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 1, 2014 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - February 28, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-february-28-2014/): Grande Surf Report - February 28, 2014 - [Grande Surf Report - February 27, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-february-27-2014-video/): Grande Surf Report - February 27, 2014 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - February 26. 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-february-26-2014-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - February 26. 2014 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - February 14, 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-february-14-2014/): Grande Surf Report - February 14, 2014 - [Grande Surf Report - February 15 , 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-february-15-2014/): Grande Surf Report - February 15 , 2014 - [Grande Surf Report - February 13, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-february-13-2014-video/): Grande Surf Report - February 13, 2014 (video) - [Guanacaste Surf Report - February 12, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guanacaste-surf-report-february-12-2014-video/): Guanacaste Surf Report - February 12, 2014 (video) - [Guanacaste Surf Report - February 11, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guanacaste-surf-report-february-11-2014-video/): Guanacaste Surf Report - February 11, 2014 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - February 10 - 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-february-10-2014-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - February 10 - 2014 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - February 8, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-february-8-2014-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - February 8, 2014 (video) - [Ciruito Guanacasteco de Surf: Heading to the Copa Tiki Hut at Playa Marbella](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/circuito-guanacasteco-de-surf-playa-marbella/): Ciruito Guanacasteco de Surf: Heading to the Copa Tiki Hut at Playa Marbella - [Grande Surf Report - January 7 2014](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-january-7-2014/): Grande Surf Report - January 7 2014 - [Gearing up for the 2014 Robert August Surf -n- Turf...](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/gearing-up-for-the-2014-robert-august-surf-n-turf/): Gearing up for the 2014 Robert August Surf -n- Turf... - [Representing Tamarindo: Proud to Sponsor Issac Vega in the Reef Classic Latin Pro (Spanish & English)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/representing-tamarindo-reef-classic-pro/): Representing Tamarindo: Proud to Sponsor Issac Vega in the Reef Classic Latin Pro (Spanish & English) - [Guanacaste Surf Report - January 23, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guanacaste-surf-report-january-23-2014-video/): Guanacaste Surf Report - January 23, 2014 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - January 22, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-january-22-2014-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - January 22, 2014 (video) - [Guanacaste Surf Report - January 21, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guanacaste-surf-report-january-21-2014-video/): Guanacaste Surf Report - January 21, 2014 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - January 20, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-january-20-2014-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - January 20, 2014 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - January 18, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-january-18-2014-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - January 18, 2014 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - January 17, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-january-17-2014-video/): Grande Surf Report - January 17, 2014 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - January 16, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-january-16-2014-video/): Grande Surf Report - January 16, 2014 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - January 1, 2014 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-january-1-2014-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - January 1, 2014 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - December 26, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-december-26-2013/): Grande Surf Report - December 26, 2013 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 25, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-25-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 25, 2013 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - December 24, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-december-24-2013-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - December 24, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 23 ,2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-23-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 23 ,2013 (video) - [Celebrate Christmas Eve with WRSC at Eat at Joe's on December 24](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/celebrate-christmas-eve-with-wrsc-at-eat-at-joes-on-december-24/): Celebrate Christmas Eve with WRSC at Eat at Joe's on December 24 - [Grande Surf Report - December 20, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-december-20-2013/): Grande Surf Report - December 20, 2013 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 21, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-21-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 21, 2013 (video) - [Robert August Surfboard Giveaway: All Bookings between Dec. 1 - Dec. 31](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-surfboard-giveaway-2/): Robert August Surfboard Giveaway: All Bookings between Dec. 1 - Dec. 31 - [Grande Surf Report - December 19, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-december-19-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - December 19, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 18, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-18-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 18, 2013 (video) - [Witch's Rock Surf Camp Appears on The Price is Right](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-camp-appears-on-the-price-is-right/): Witness the excitement as Witch's Rock Surf Camp makes an appearance on The Price is Right. See one lucky contestant win a surf vacation. - [Avellanas Surf Report - December 17, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-december-17-2013-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - December 17, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 16, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-16-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 16, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 14, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-14-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 14, 2013 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - December 13, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-december-13-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - December 13, 2013 - [Grande Surf Report - December 12, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-december-12-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - December 12, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - November 20, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-november-20-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - November 20, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - November 18, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-november-18-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - November 18, 2013 (video) - [Grande Surf Report – November 21, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-november-19-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report – November 21, 2013 (video) - [Representing WRSC: Isaac Vega wins first stop of new Guanacaste Surf Tour](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-instructor-isaac-vega-wins-guanacaste-surf-tour/): Discover how Isaac Vega wins first stop of new Guanacaste Surf Tour, navigating waves with precision and skill. - [Tamarindo Surf Report - November 16, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-november-16-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - November 16, 2013 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - November 15, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-november-15-2013/): Grande Surf Report - November 15, 2013 - [Grande Surf Report - November 14, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-november-14-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - November 14, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - November 13, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-november-13-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - November 13, 2013 (video) - [Witch's Rock Surf Camp Photographer Search Update](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-camp-photographer-search-update/): Witch's Rock Surf Camp Photographer Search Update - [Grande Surf Report - November 12, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-november-12-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - November 12, 2013 (video) - [Circuito Guanacasteco de Surf (CGS) Aims to Promote Surfing & Education in Guanacaste](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/circuito-guanacasteco-de-surf-cgs-aims-to-promote-surfing-education-in-guanacaste/): Discover the Circuito Guanacasteco de Surf (CGS) and its mission to promote youth surfing in Guanacaste this November. - [Tamarindo Surf Report - November 9. 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-november-9-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - November 9. 2013 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - November 8, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-november-8-2013/): Grande Surf Report - November 8, 2013 - [Grande Surf Report - November 7, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-november-7-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - November 7, 2013 (video) - [A 'born & raised cynical New Yorker' speaks his mind on Witch's Rock Surf Camp](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/new-york-guest-reviews-witchs-rock-surf-camp/): A 'born & raised cynical New Yorker' speaks his mind on Witch's Rock Surf Camp - [Tamarindo Surf Report - November 6, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-november-6-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - November 6, 2013 (video) - [How To Measure a Wave for Surfing: A Quick & Easy Guide for Knowing Your Size](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-measure-a-wave-for-surfing-easy-guide/): Master the art of measuring wave size for surfing. Discover how to accurately express wave heights you experienced. - [Avellanas Surf Report - November 5, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-november-5-2013-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - November 5, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - November 2, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-november-2-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - November 2, 2013 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - November 1, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-november-1-2013/): Avellanas Surf Report - November 1, 2013 - [Grande Surf Report - October 31, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-october-31-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - October 31, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 30, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-30-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 30, 2013 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - October 29, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-october-29-2013-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - October 29, 2013 (video) - ["I Guess There is Something to the Pura Vida Way of Life..."](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pura-vida-way-of-life/): "I Guess There is Something to the Pura Vida Way of Life..." - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 28, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-28-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 28, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 26, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-26-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 26, 2013 (video) - [Meet the #1 Female Surfer in Costa Rica: Lisbeth Vindas Diaz](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/best-female-surfer-costa-rica-lisbeth-vinda-diaz/): Meet the #1 Female Surfer in Costa Rica: Lisbeth Vindas Diaz - [Grande Surf Report - October 25, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-october-25-2013/): Grande Surf Report - October 25, 2013 - [Avellanas Surf Report - October 24, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-october-24-2013-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - October 24, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 23, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-23-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 23, 2013 (video) - [Celebrate with Surf: Introducing Our Birthday, Anniversary, and Honeymoon Discounts on Costa Rica Surfing Vacations](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/discounts-on-costa-rica-surfing-vacations-birthday-anniversary-and-honeymoon/): Celebrate with Surf - Introducing Our Birthday, Anniversary, - Witch's Rock Surf Camp Post - [Avellanas Surf Report - October 22, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-october-22-2013-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - October 22, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 21, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-21-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 21, 2013 (video) - [Photographer Wanted: Come Shoot Witch's Rock, Ollie's Pt., Robert August and other amazing stuff!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/photographer-wanted-shoot-witchs-rock-ollies-pt-robert-august-and-other-amazing-stuff/): Photographer Wanted: Come Shoot Witch's Rock, Ollie's Pt., Robert August and other amazing stuff! - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 9, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-9-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 9, 2013 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - October 8, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-october-8-2013/): Avellanas Surf Report - October 8, 2013 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 7, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-7-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 7, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report – October 5, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-5-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report – October 5, 2013 (video) - [Memories, Friends, Robert August, Van Halen... and Some Surfing too](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/memories-friends-robert-august-and-surfing-too/): Memories, Friends, Robert August, Van Halen... and Some Surfing too - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 3, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-3-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 3, 2013 (video) - [Father & Son Learn to Surf at Witch's Rock Surf Camp](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/father-son-learn-to-surf-at-witchs-rock-surf-camp/): Father & Son Learn to Surf at Witch's Rock Surf Camp - [Surf Report - October 2, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-october-2-2013-video/): Surf Report - October 2, 2013 (video) - [Meet the Top 5 Female Surfers in Costa Rica: Emily Mabel Gussoni Ferrin](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/meet-best-women-surfers-costa-rica-emily-mabel-gussoni-ferrin/): Meet the Top 5 Female Surfers in Costa Rica: Emily Mabel Gussoni Ferrin - [Grande Surf Report - October 1, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-october-1-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - October 1, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - September 30, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-30-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - September 30, 2013 (video) - [Meet the Top 5 Female Surfers in Costa Rica: Nataly Bernold Gutierrez](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/top-5-female-surfers-in-costa-rica-nataly-bernold-gutierrez-14797/): Meet the Top 5 Female Surfers in Costa Rica: Nataly Bernold Gutierrez - [Playa Marbella Surf Report for September 5, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-surf-report-for-september-5-2013/): Playa Marbella Surf Report for September 5, 2013 - [Playa Grande Surf Report for September 6, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-for-september-6-2013/): Playa Grande Surf Report for September 6, 2013 - [Use G-mail? How to Make Sure You Get the Witch's Rock Newsletter](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/use-g-mail-how-to-make-sure-you-get-the-witchs-rock-newsletter/): Use G-mail? 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Get ready to catch those waves with our tips for beginners, intermediates, and advanced surfers. - [Grande Surf Report July 11, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-july-11-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report July 11, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - July 10, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-10-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - July 10, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - July 9, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-9-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - July 9, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - July 8, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-8-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - July 8, 2013 (video) - [Recipes for Surfers: Lobster Tails and Jalapeno Shrimp Tacos](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/recipes-for-surfers-lobster-tails-and-jalapeno-shrimp-tacos/): Recipes for Surfers: Lobster Tails and Jalapeno Shrimp Tacos - [Avellanas Surf Report - 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May 29, 2013 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - May 28 , 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-may-28-2013/): Grande Surf Report - May 28 , 2013 - [Celebrating 2 years of working with Robert August](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/celebrating-2-years-working-with-robert-august/): Learn about the partnership between Witch's Rock Surf Camp and Robert August, and the ultimate surfing experience. - [Recipes for Surfers: Tequila-Lime Shrimp Skewers](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/recipe-tequila-lime-shrimp/): Recipes for Surfers: Tequila-Lime Shrimp Skewers - [Tamarindo Surf Report - May 27, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-27-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - May 27, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 25, 2013 (video) - 2](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-25-2013-video-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 25, 2013 (video) - 2 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - May 24, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-24-2013/): Tamarindo Surf Report - 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[Top 5 Responses to "Someone tell me how 'big' these nachos are"](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/top-5-responses-witchs-rock-nachos-contest-213/): Top 5 Responses to "Someone tell me how 'big' these nachos are" - [Grande Surf Report - May 16 , 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-may-16-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - May 16 , 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - May 15 , 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-15-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - May 15 , 2013 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - May 14, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-may-14-2013-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - May 14, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - May 13, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-13-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - May 13, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - May 11, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surdf-report-may-11-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - May 11, 2013 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - May 10 , 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-may-10-2013/): Grande Surf Report - May 10 , 2013 - [Grande Surf Report - May 9 , 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-may-9-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - May 9 , 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - May 8, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-8-2013-video-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report - May 8, 2013 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - May 7, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-may-7-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - May 7, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - May 6, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-6-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - May 6, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - May 4, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-4-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - May 4, 2013 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - May 2, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-may-2-2013-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - May 2, 2013 (video) - [Fulfilling a Promise Made Between Brother & Sister](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guest-review-surf-camp/): Fulfilling a Promise Made Between Brother & Sister - [How Do We Keep the Beaches of Tamarindo Clean?](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/donations-to-keep-beaches-of-tamarindo-clean/): Learn about our passion for clean beaches in Tamarindo. Find out how we're making a difference and why it's important for the environment. - [Grande Surf Report - April 25, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-april-25-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - April 25, 2013 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - April 23, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-april-23-2013/): Grande Surf Report - April 23, 2013 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 22, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-22-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 22, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - April 20 , 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-20-2013/): Tamarindo Surf Report - April 20 , 2013 - [Grande Surf Report - April 19, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-april-19-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - April 19, 2013 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - April 18, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-april-18-2013-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - 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[Avellanas Surf Report - March 12, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-march-12-2013-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - March 12, 2013 (video) - [What Others are Saying about Witch's Rock Surf Camp....](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-camp-guest-review/): Find out why Witch's Rock Surf Camp is the ultimate destination for surf progression. Hear what our guests have to say about. - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 11, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-11-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 11, 2013 (video) - [In Costa Rica or Not: How to Enjoy the Pirate Radio Show Live from Eat at Joe's](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pirate-radio-show-witchs-rock-surf/): In Costa Rica or Not: How to Enjoy the Pirate Radio Show Live from Eat at Joe's - [Avellanas Surf Report - March 8, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-march-8-2013-2/): Avellanas Surf Report - March 8, 2013 - [Grande Surf Report - March 7 , 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-march-7-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - March 7 , 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 6, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-6-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 6, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - March 4, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-4-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - March 4, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - February 2, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-february-2-2013-video-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report - February 2, 2013 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - March 1 , 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-march-1-2013/): Grande Surf Report - March 1 , 2013 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - February 27, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-february-27-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - February 27, 2013 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - February 14, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-february-14-2013-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - February 14, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo & Avellanas Surf Report - February 13, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-avellanas-surf-report-february-13-2013-video/): Tamarindo & Avellanas Surf Report - February 13, 2013 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - February 12, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-february-12-2013/): Avellanas Surf Report - February 12, 2013 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - February 11, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-february-11-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - February 11, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - February 9, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-february-9-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - February 9, 2013 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - February 8, 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-february-8-2013/): Grande Surf Report - February 8, 2013 - [Grande Surf Report - February 7, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-february-7-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - February 7, 2013 (video) - [Guide Profile: David Torres](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guide-profile-david-torres/): Explore the life of David Torres, a talented surf guide in Tamarindo, and discover his journey from teen to expert. - [Surf Report - January 28, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-january-28-2013-video/): Surf Report - January 28, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - January 26 , 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-january-26-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - January 26 , 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - January 25 , 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-january-25-2013/): Tamarindo Surf Report - January 25 , 2013 - [Avellanas Surf Report - January 24, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-january-24-2013-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - January 24, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - January 23, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-january-23-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - January 23, 2013 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - January 22, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-january-23-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - January 22, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - January 21, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-january-21-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - January 21, 2013 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - January 19 , 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-january-19-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - January 19 , 2013 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - January 18 , 2013](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-january-18-2013-video/): Grande Surf Report - January 18 , 2013 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - January 17, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-january-17-2013-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - January 17, 2013 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - January 16, 2013 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-january-16-2013-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - January 16, 2013 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - December 25, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-december-25-2012-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - December 25, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 24, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-24-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 24, 2012 (video) - [The Sun Came Up...](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-sun-came-up/): The Sun Came Up, and so did the waves! Join us for a surfing adventure in Tamarindo after our wild bonfire party. - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 22, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-22-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 22, 2012 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - December 20 , 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-december-20-2012-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - December 20 , 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 19, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-19-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 19, 2012 (video) - [Marbella Surf Report - December 18, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-surf-report-december-18-2012-video/): Marbella Surf Report - December 18, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 17, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-17-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 17, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 15, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-15-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 15, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 12, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-december-12-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 12, 2012 (video) - [Marbella Surf Report - December 11, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-surf-report-december-11-2012-video/): Marbella Surf Report - December 11, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 6, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-6-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 6, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 5, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-5-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 5, 2012 (video) - [Witch's Rock Employee Party Rockin'](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-employee-party-rockin/): Witch's Rock Employee Party Rockin' - [Avellanas Surf Report - December 4, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-december-4-2012-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - December 4, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 3, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-3-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 3, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - December 1, 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-1-2012/): Tamarindo Surf Report - December 1, 2012 - [Avellanas Surf Report - November 29, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-november-29-2012-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - November 29, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - November 28, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-november-28-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - November 28, 2012 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - November 27, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-november-27-2012-video/): Grande Surf Report - November 27, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - November 26, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-november-26-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - November 26, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - November 24, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-november-24-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - November 24, 2012 (video) - [Hooked: Repeat Offenders!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/hooked-repeat-offenders/): Explore the stories of Hooked Repeat Offenders who turn into family at Witch's Rock Surf Camp after years of friendship. - [Tamarindo Surf Report - November 19 , 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-november-19-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - November 19 , 2012 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - October 16, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-october-16-2012-video/): Grande Surf Report - October 16, 2012 (video) - [Eat at Joe's: The Heart of the Surf Camp](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/eat-at-joes-the-heart-of-the-surf-camp/): Eat at Joe's: The Heart of the Surf Camp - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 13, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-13-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 13, 2012 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - October 11, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-october-11-2012-video/): Grande Surf Report - October 11, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 10 ,2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-10-2012/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 10 ,2012 - [Avellanas Surf Report - October 9, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-october-9-2012-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - October 9, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 8 , 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-8-2012/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 8 , 2012 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - October 6, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-6-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - October 6, 2012 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - October 5, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-october-5-2012-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - October 5, 2012 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - October 2, 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-october-2-2012-video/): Grande Surf Report - October 2, 2012 - [Tamarindo Surf Report - September 29, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-29-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - September 29, 2012 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report - September 28, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-september-28-2012-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - September 28, 2012 (video) - [Grande Surf Report- September 27, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-september-27-2012-video/): Grande Surf Report- September 27, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - September 26, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-26-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - September 26, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - September 22, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-22-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - September 22, 2012 (video) - ["Best travel experience we have had"](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-best-travel-experience-we-have-had/): Experience the best travel experience at Witch's Rock Costa Rica Surf Camp. Greg Shelley shares his incredible time. - [Grande Surf Report - September 21, 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-september-21-2012/): Grande Surf Report - September 21, 2012 - [Grande Surf Report - September 20 , 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-september-20-2012-video/): Grande Surf Report - September 20 , 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - September 19, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-19-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - September 19, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - September 18, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-18-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - September 18, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - September 17, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-17-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - September 17, 2012 (video) - [Little Hawaii Surf Report - September 15, 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/little-hawaii-surf-report-september-15-2012/): Little Hawaii Surf Report - September 15, 2012 - [Avellanas Surf Report - September 13, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-september-13-2012-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - September 13, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - September 12, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-12-2012/): Tamarindo Surf Report - September 12, 2012 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - September 11, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-september-11-2012-video/): Grande Surf Report - September 11, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - September 10, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-10-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - September 10, 2012 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - September 8 , 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-september-8-2012-video/): Grande Surf Report - September 8 , 2012 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - September 6, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-august-6-2012-video/): Grande Surf Report - September 6, 2012 (video) - [Green Alert Issued for Costa Rica's Pacific Coast: Aug. 30 - Sept. 2](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/green-alert-issued-for-costa-ricas-pacific-coast-aug-30-sept-2/): Green Alert Issued for Costa Rica's Pacific Coast: Aug. 30 - Sept. 2 - [Surf Report - August 30, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-august-30-2012-video/): Surf Report - August 30, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - August 29 ,2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-29-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - August 29 ,2012 (video) - [Grande Surf Report - August 28, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-august-28-2012-video/): Grande Surf Report - August 28, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - August 27, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-27-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report - August 27, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - August 20, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-20-2012-video-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report - August 20, 2012 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report - August 18, 2012 (video) *Avellanas bonus*](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-18-2012-video-avellanas-bonus-2/): Tamarindo Surf Report - August 18, 2012 (video) *Avellanas bonus* - [Getting Your Kids Stoked On Surfing](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/getting-your-kids-stoked-on-surfing/): Getting Your Kids Stoked On Surfing - [Playa Grande Surf Report - August 10 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-august-10-2012/): Playa Grande Surf Report - August 10 2012 - [Playa Grande Surf Report - August 9, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-august-9-2012-video/): Playa Grande Surf Report - August 9, 2012 (video) - [Surfing puppy dog gets a big barrel in Tamarindo Costa Rica surf (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfing-puppy-dog-gets-big-barrel-in-tamarindo-costa-rica-surf-video/): Join the fun as a surfing puppy dog gets a big barrel on a sunny day in Playa Tamarindo. It is a sight to behold! - [Playa Grande Surf Report - July 31, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-31-2012-video/): Playa Grande Surf Report - July 31, 2012 (video) - [Playa Grande Surf Report July 27 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-27-2012/): Playa Grande Surf Report July 27 2012 - [Avellanas Surf Report - July 25, 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-july-25-2012-video/): Avellanas Surf Report - July 25, 2012 (video) - [Playa Tamarindo Surf Report July 26 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/10743/): Playa Tamarindo Surf Report July 26 (video) - [Avellanas Surf Report July 18 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-july-18-video/): Avellanas Surf Report July 18 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report July 16 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-16-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report July 16 (video) - [Tamarindo Surf Report July 15th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-15th/): Tamarindo Surf Report July 15th - [Playa Grande Surf Report July 14th 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-14th-2012-video/): Playa Grande Surf Report July 14th 2012 (video) - [And that's what happens when you come to Witch's Rock Surf Camp ...](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/and-thats-what-happens-when-you-come-to-witchs-rock-surf-camp/): Experience genuine connections at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. And that's what happens when you visit, friendships for life! - [Playa Grande Surf Report July 13 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-13-2012/): Playa Grande Surf Report July 13 2012 - [Tamarindo Surf Report July 8th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-8th-2012/): Tamarindo Surf Report July 8th 2012 - [Congratulations on 25 Years Tom and Dana!!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/congratulations-on-25-years-tom-and-dana/): Congratulations on 25 Years Tom and Dana!! - [Tamarindo Surf Report July 4th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-4th-2012/): Tamarindo Surf Report July 4th 2012 - [Playa Avellanas Surf Report - Friday morning June 22nd 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-surf-report/): Playa Avellanas Surf Report - Friday morning June 22nd 2012 - [Tamarindo Surf Report with Robert August & Joe Walsh- June 21st 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-with-robert-august-joe-walsh-june-21st-2012-video/): Stay updated with the Tamarindo Surf Report with Robert August. Get the latest on wave conditions and surf fun in Tamarindo. - [Surf Report: Wednesday June 20th, 2012 - HAPPY INTERNATIONAL SURFING DAY (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-wednesday-june-20th-2012-happy-international-surfing-day/): Get the details on surf conditions and tips with our surf report Wednesday June 20th 2012 for better beach planning! - [Tamarindo Surf Report for Tuesday, June 19th 2012 (video)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-for-tuesday-june-19th-2012-video/): Tamarindo Surf Report for Tuesday, June 19th 2012 (video) - [Witch's Rock Pirate Radio- now live on 99.5 fm Radio 2](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-pirate-radio-now-live-on-99-5-fm-radio-2/): Witch's Rock Pirate Radio- now live on 99.5 fm Radio 2 - [Surf Report for Monday, June 18th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-june-18th-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, June 18th 2012 - [Surf Report for Sunday, June 17th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-june-17th-2012/): Surf Report for Sunday, June 17th 2012 - [Surf Report for Saturday, June 16th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-june-14th-2012/): Surf Report for Saturday, June 16th 2012 - [Surf Report for Thursday, June 14th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-14th-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, June 14th 2012 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, June 13th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-june-13th-2012/): Surf Report for Wednesday, June 13th 2012 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, June 12th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-june-12th-2012/): Surf Report for Tuesday, June 12th 2012 - [Surf Report for Monday, June 11th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-june-11th-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, June 11th 2012 - [Surf Report for Sunday, June 10th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-june-10th-2012/): Surf Report for Sunday, June 10th 2012 - [Surf Report for Thursday, June 7th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-7th-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, June 7th 2012 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, June 6th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-june-6th-2012/): Surf Report for Wednesday, June 6th 2012 - [Surf Report for Saturday, June 2nd 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-2nd-2012/): Surf Report for Saturday, June 2nd 2012 - [Surf Report for Thursday, June 1st 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-1st-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, June 1st 2012 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, May 30th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-may-30th-2012/): Surf Report for Wednesday, May 30th 2012 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, May 29th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-may-29th-2012/): Surf Report for Tuesday, May 29th 2012 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, May 22th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-may-22th-2012/): Surf Report for Tuesday, May 22th 2012 - [Surf Report for Monday, May 21th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-may-21th-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, May 21th 2012 - [Surf Report for Sunday, May 20th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-may-20th-2012/): Surf Report for Sunday, May 20th 2012 - [The best possible mom-daughter week ever ♥](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-best-possible-mom-daughter-week-ever/): Experience the best possible mom-daughter week ever at WRSC. Enjoy top-notch service, food, and surf instruction in Tamarindo. - [Surf Report for Thursday, May 17th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-may-17th-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, May 17th 2012 - [Intermediate Surf Tours with Flash...a testimonial](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/intermediate-surf-tours-with-flash-a-testimonial/): Intermediate Surf Tours with Flash...a testimonial - [Surf Report for Sunday, May 13th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-may-13th-2012/): Surf Report for Sunday, May 13th 2012 - [Surf Report for Saturday, May 12th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-may-12th-2012/): Surf Report for Saturday, May 12th 2012 - [Surf Report for Thursday, May 10th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-may-10th-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, May 10th 2012 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, May 9th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-may-9th-2012/): Surf Report for Wednesday, May 9th 2012 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, May 8th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-may-8th-2012/): Surf Report for Tuesday, May 8th 2012 - [Surf Report for Monday, May 7th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-may-7th-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, May 7th 2012 - [Surf Report for Sunday, May 6th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-may-6th-2012/): Surf Report for Sunday, May 6th 2012 - [Surf & Sky Trek Monteverde Report for Friday, May 4th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-sky-trek-monteverde-report-for-friday-may-4th-2012/): Surf & Sky Trek Monteverde Report for Friday, May 4th 2012 - [Surf & Jungle Report for Thursday, May 3rd 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-may-3rd-2012/): Surf & Jungle Report for Thursday, May 3rd 2012 - [Surf Report for Monday, April 30th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-30th-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, April 30th 2012 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, May 1st 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-may-1st-2012/): Surf Report for Tuesday, May 1st 2012 - [Surf Report for Sunday, April 29th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-29th-2012/): Surf Report for Sunday, April 29th 2012 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, April 24th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-april-24th-2012/): Surf Report for Tuesday, April 24th 2012 - [Surf Report for Saturday, April 21th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-april-21th-2012/): Surf Report for Saturday, April 21th 2012 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, April 18th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-april-18th-2012/): Surf Report for Wednesday, April 18th 2012 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, April 17th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-april-17th-2012/): Surf Report for Tuesday, April 17th 2012 - [Surf Report for Monday, April 16th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-16th-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, April 16th 2012 - [Surf Report for Sunday, April 15th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-15th-2012/): Surf Report for Sunday, April 15th 2012 - [Surf Report for Saturday, April 14th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-april-14th-2012/): Surf Report for Saturday, April 14th 2012 - [Robert August Designs, Signs and Donates Surfboard to be Auctioned for CEPIA Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-surfboard-auction/): Robert August Designs, Signs and Donates Surfboard to be Auctioned for CEPIA Costa Rica - [Surf Report for Thursday, April 12th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-april-12th-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, April 12th 2012 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, April 11th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-april-10th-2012/): Surf Report for Wednesday, April 11th 2012 - [A very beautiful and inspiring letter...](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-beautiful-mail-surf-camp/): A very beautiful and inspiring letter... - [Surf Report for Monday, April 9th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-9th-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, April 9th 2012 - [Surf Report for Sunday, April 8th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-8th-2012/): Surf Report for Sunday, April 8th 2012 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, April 4th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-april-4th-2012/): Surf Report for Wednesday, April 4th 2012 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, April 3rd 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-april-3rd-2012/): Surf Report for Tuesday, April 3rd 2012 - [Surf Report for Monday, April 2nd 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-2nd-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, April 2nd 2012 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, March 29th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-march-29th-2012/): Surf Report for Wednesday, March 29th 2012 - [Surf Report for Monday, March 26th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-march-27th-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, March 26th 2012 - [Surf Report for Thursday, March 22th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-22th-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, March 22th 2012 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, March 20th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-20th-2012/): Surf Report for Tuesday, March 20th 2012 - [Surf Report for Monday, March 19th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-march-19th-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, March 19th 2012 - [Surf Report for Saturday, March 17th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-march-17th-2012/): Surf Report for Saturday, March 17th 2012 - [Surf Report for Thursday, March 15th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-15th-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, March 15th 2012 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, March 14th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-march-14th-2012/): Surf Report for Wednesday, March 14th 2012 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, March 13th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-13th-2012/): Surf Report for Tuesday, March 13th 2012 - [Massive Irish Surf Stirs It Up in Billabong XXL Big Wave Awards 2012 Final Week](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/irish-surf-stirsbig-wave-awards-2012-final-week/): Massive Irish Surf Stirs It Up in Billabong XXL Big Wave Awards 2012 Final Week - [Surf Report for Monday, March 12th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-march-12th-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, March 12th 2012 - [Surf Report for Sunday, March 11th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-march-11th-2012/): Surf Report for Sunday, March 11th 2012 - [Surf Report for Thursday, March 8th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-8th-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, March 8th 2012 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, March 7th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-march-7th-2012/): Surf Report for Wednesday, March 7th 2012 - [Surf Report for Friday, March 2nd 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-march-2nd-2012/): Surf Report for Friday, March 2nd 2012 - [Surf Report for Sunday, February 26th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-february-26th-2012/): Surf Report for Sunday, February 26th 2012 - [Surf Report for Saturday, February 25th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-february-25th-2012/): Surf Report for Saturday, February 25th 2012 - [Surf Report for Thursday, February 23th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-february-23th-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, February 23th 2012 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, February 22th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-february-22th-2012/): Surf Report for Wednesday, February 22th 2012 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, February 21th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-february-21th-2012/): Surf Report for Tuesday, February 21th 2012 - [Surf Report for Monday, February 20th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-february-20th-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, February 20th 2012 - [Surf Report for Sunday, February 19th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-february-19th-2012/): Surf Report for Sunday, February 19th 2012 - [Surf Report for Monday, February 13th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-february-13th-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, February 13th 2012 - [Surf Report for Thursday, February 2nd 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-february-2nd-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, February 2nd 2012 - [Surf Report for Sunday, January 29th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-january-29th-2012/): Surf Report for Sunday, January 29th 2012 - [Surf Report for Saturday, January 28th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-january-28th-2012/): Surf Report for Saturday, January 28th 2012 - [Witch's Rock Surf Camp by Video: A Taste of our Pura Vida ft. Robert August](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-camp-by-video-a-taste-of-our-pura-vida-ft-robert-august/): Witch's Rock Costa Rica Surf Camp by Video: A Taste of our Pura Vida ft. Robert August - [Surf Report for Thursday, January 26th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-january-26th-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, January 26th 2012 - [Surf Report for Sunday, January 22th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-january-22th-2012/): Surf Report for Sunday, January 22th 2012 - [Surf Report for Thursday, January 19th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-january-19th-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, January 19th 2012 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, January 18th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-january-18th-2012/): Surf Report for Wednesday, January 18th 2012 - [Surf Report for Monday, January 16th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-january-16th-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, January 16th 2012 - [Surf Report for Saturday, January 14th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-january-14th-2012/): Surf Report for Saturday, January 14th 2012 - [Surf Report for Thursday, January 12th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-january-12th-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, January 12th 2012 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, January 11th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-january-11th-2012/): Surf Report for Wednesday, January 11th 2012 - [Like Father, Like Son: Joe Walsh and the Inspiration for Opening a Microbrewery in Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/inspiration-for-opening-a-microbrewery/): Explore the story behind Joe Walsh and the inspiration for opening a microbrewery at Witch's Rock. Discover our craft beer journey. - [Surf Report for Tuesday, January 10th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-january-10th-2012/): Surf Report for Tuesday, January 10th 2012 - [Surf Report for Monday, January 9th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-january-9th-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, January 9th 2012 - [Surf Report for Sunday, January 8th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-january-8th-2012/): Surf Report for Sunday, January 8th 2012 - [Surf Report for Friday, January 6th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-january-6th-2012/): Surf Report for Friday, January 6th 2012 - [Surf Report for Thursday, January 5th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-january-5th-2012/): Surf Report for Thursday, January 5th 2012 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, January 4th 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-january-4th-2012/): Surf Report for Wednesday, January 4th 2012 - [2012: Witch's Rock Surf Camp openings and Volcano Brewing Company hook-ups!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-camp-openings-volcano-brewing/): Explore the latest Witch's Rock Surf Camp openings and the exciting offerings from Volcano Brewing Company. - [Surf Report for Tuesday, January 3rd 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-january-3rd-2012/): Surf Report for Tuesday, January 3rd 2012 - [Surf Report for Monday, January 2nd 2012](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-january-1st-2012/): Surf Report for Monday, January 2nd 2012 - [Happy New Year to Everybody.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/happy-new-year-to-everybody/): Happy New Year to Everybody. - [Surf Report for Friday, December 30th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-december-30th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, December 30th 2011 - [Surf Report for Sunday, December 11th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-december-11th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, December 11th 2011 - [Surf Report for Saturday, December 10th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-december-10th-2011/): Surf Report for Saturday, December 10th 2011 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, December 7th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-december-7th-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, December 7th 2011 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, December 6th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-december-6th-2011/): Surf Report for Tuesday, December 6th 2011 - [Surf Report for Monday, December 5Th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-december-5th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, December 5Th 2011 - [Surf Report for Sunday, December 4Th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-december-4th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, December 4Th 2011 - [Surf Report for Friday, December 2nd 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-december-2nd-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, December 2nd 2011 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, November 30th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-november-30th-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, November 30th 2011 - [Surf Report for Thursday, December 1st 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-december-1st-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, December 1st 2011 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, November 29th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-november-29th-2011/): Surf Report for Tuesday, November 29th 2011 - [Surf Report for Monday, November 28th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-november-28th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, November 28th 2011 - [Surf Report for Saturday, November 26th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-november-26th-2011/): Surf Report for Saturday, November 26th 2011 - [Surf Report for Thursday, November 24th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-november-24th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, November 24th 2011 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, November 23th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-november-23th-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, November 23th 2011 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, November 22th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-november-22th-2011/): Surf Report for Tuesday, November 22th 2011 - [Surf Report for Thursday, November 17th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-november-16th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, November 17th 2011 - [Experience of a Lifetime: When Witch's Rock Surf Camp Changed My Life](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/experience-of-a-lifetime-when-witchs-rock-surf-camp-changed-my-life/): Experience of a Lifetime: When Witch's Rock Surf Camp Changed My Life - [Surf Report for Sunday, November 13th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-november-13th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, November 13th 2011 - [Surf Report for Friday, November 11th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-november-10th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, November 11th 2011 - [Surf Report for Thursday, November 10th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-november-10th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, November 10th 2011 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, November 9th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-november-9th-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, November 9th 2011 - [Just Go Somewhere Already (With a VIDEO that Proves Why You Should)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/just-go-somewhere-already-with-a-video-that-proves-why-you-should/): Just Go Somewhere Already (With a VIDEO that Proves Why You Should) - [Surf Report for Sunday, November 6th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-november-6th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, November 6th 2011 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, November 2nd 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-november-2nd-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, November 2nd 2011 - [Dream Job Opportunity? Chef and Restauranteur at Lake Arenal](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/dream-job-opportunity-chef-restauranteur-163/): Dream Job Opportunity? Chef and Restauranteur at Lake Arenal - [Surf Report for Sunday, October 23th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-october-23th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, October 23th 2011 - [Surf Report for Friday, October 21th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thurday-october-20th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, October 21th 2011 - [Robert August Surfboard Winner: Gary Wnorowski](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-surfboard-winner-gary-wnorowski/): Robert August Surfboard Winner: Gary Wnorowski - [Surf Report for Tuesday, October 18th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-october-18th-2011/): Surf Report for Tuesday, October 18th 2011 - [Facebook Comments That Rock Super Hard! (...someone is getting a WRSC care package)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/facebook-comments-wrsc-care-package/): Explore Facebook comments that rock super hard! Discover how feedback shapes the Witch's Rock Surf Camp experience. - [Surf Report for Sunday, October 16th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-october-16th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, October 16th 2011 - [Surf Report for Friday October 14th, 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-october-14th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday October 14th, 2011 - [Surf Report for Thursday, October 13th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-october-13th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, October 13th 2011 - [Surf Report for Wednesday October 12th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-october-12th-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday October 12th 2011 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, October 11th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-october-11th-2011/): Surf Report for Tuesday, October 11th 2011 - [Surfing Lessons that Have Nothing to Do with Catching Waves pt. 3: LEAVE YOUR EGO AT HOME](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfing-lessons-catching-waves/): Learn valuable life lessons through surfing that go beyond catching waves. Transform your perspective both in and out of the water. - [Surf Report: The Weekend Wrap (...and it was one hell of a week!)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-the-weekend-wrap-and-it-was-one-hell-of-a-week/): Surf Report: The Weekend Wrap (...and it was one hell of a week!) - [Surf Report for Thursday, October 6th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-october-6th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, October 6th 2011 - [Surf Report for Friday, October 7th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-october-7th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, October 7th 2011 - [Double Surf Report!! Sunday Oct. 2 & Monday Oct. 3 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/double-surf-report-sunday-oct-2-monday-oct-3-2011/): Double Surf Report!! Sunday Oct. 2 & Monday Oct. 3 2011 - [Surf Report for Saturday, October 1st 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-october-1st-2011/): Surf Report for Saturday, October 1st 2011 - [Surf Report for Friday September, 30th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-september-30th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday September, 30th 2011 - ['Ollie's Point' - A Poem by Zach Friedman](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ollies-point-a-poem-by-zach-friedman/): 'Ollie's Point' - A Poem by Zach Friedman - [Surfing Lessons that Have Nothing to Do with Catching Waves pt. 2: THE ART OF SITTING STILL](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfing-lessons-nothing-catching-waves-art-of-sitting-still-279/): Surfing Lessons that Have Nothing to Do with Catching Waves pt. 2: THE ART OF SITTING STILL - [Surf Report for Wednesday, September 28th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-september-28th-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, September 28th 2011 - [Surf Report for Monday, September 26th - waves just started filling in](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-september-26th-waves-just-started-filling-in/): Find detailed insights in the surf report for Monday, including wave heights and weather conditions for surfers. - [Surf Report for Sunday, September 18th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-september-18th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, September 18th 2011 - [Surf Report for Friday, September 16th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-september-16th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, September 16th 2011 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, September 14th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-september-14th-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, September 14th 2011 - [Surf Report for Monday, September 12th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-september-12th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, September 12th 2011 - [Surf Report for Monday, September 12th 2011 - 2](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-september-12th-2011-2/): Surf Report for Monday, September 12th 2011 - 2 - [Surf Report for Sunday, September 11th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-september-11th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, September 11th 2011 - [Surf Report for Saturday, September 10th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-september-10th-2011/): Surf Report for Saturday, September 10th 2011 - [Surf Report for Friday, September 9th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-september-9th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, September 9th 2011 - [Baby Waves to Bigger Waves: One Surfer's Journey Through Progression](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/baby-waves-to-bigger-waves-surfers-journey/): Baby Waves to Bigger Waves: One Surfer's Journey Through Progression - [Surf Report for Saturday, September 3rd 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-september-3rd-2011/): Surf Report for Saturday, September 3rd 2011 - [Speaking the Lingo: 3 Tips for Good Conversation while Traveling in Costa Rica](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/3-tips-good-conversation-traveling-in-costa-rica/): Learn 3 tips for good conversation while traveling in Costa Rica to enhance your cultural interactions and understanding. - [Surf Report for Wednesday, August 31st 2011 – SWELL STARTS TO HIT](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-august-31st-2011-swell-starts-to-hit/): Surf Report for Wednesday, August 31st 2011 – SWELL STARTS TO HIT - [Surf Report for Tuesday, August 30th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-august-30th-2011/): Surf Report for Tuesday, August 30th 2011 - [Surf Report for Monday, August 29th 2011 – BIG WAVES COMING](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-august-29th-2011-big-waves-coming/): Surf Report for Monday, August 29th 2011 – BIG WAVES COMING - [Surf Report for Sunday, August 28th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-august-28th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, August 28th 2011 - [Surf Report for Friday, August 26th 2011 - BIG SWELL on it's way](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-august-26th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, August 26th 2011 - BIG SWELL on it's way - [Surf Report for Friday, August 26th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-august-26th-2011-2/): Surf Report for Friday, August 26th 2011 - [Surf Report for Thursday, August 25th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-august-25th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, August 25th 2011 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, August 24th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-august-24th-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, August 24th 2011 - [Surf Report for Sunday, August 21st 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-august-21st-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, August 21st 2011 - [Surf Report for Saturday, August 20 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-august-20-2011/): Surf Report for Saturday, August 20 2011 - [Surf Report for Friday, August 19th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-august-19th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, August 19th 2011 - [Costa Rica: Why She Has Emerged as the Heart of Central America](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-3-heart-of-central-america-289/): Costa Rica: Why She Has Emerged as the Heart of Central America - [Surf Report for Monday, August 15th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-august-15th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, August 15th 2011 - [Rocking Hump-Day YouTube Clips: Dusty Payne, Andy Irons, Witch's & Ollie's](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/rocking-hump-day-youtube-clips-dusty-payne-andy-irons-witchs-ollies/): Rocking Hump-Day YouTube Clips: Dusty Payne, Andy Irons, Witch's & Ollie's - [Surf Report for Monday, August 8th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-august-8th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, August 8th 2011 - [Surf Report for Sunday, August 7th 2011s](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-august-7th-2011s/): Surf Report for Sunday, August 7th 2011s - [Surf Report for Thursday, August 4th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-august-4th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, August 4th 2011 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, August 3rd 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-august-3rd-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, August 3rd 2011 - [Surf Report for Monday, August 1st 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-august-1st-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, August 1st 2011 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, July 27th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-july-27th-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, July 27th 2011 - [Surf Report for Thursday, July 28th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-july-28th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, July 28th 2011 - [Radio2 Surf Report for Wednesday, July 27th, 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-for-wednesday-july-27th-2011/): Radio2 Surf Report for Wednesday, July 27th, 2011 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, July 19th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-july-19th-2011/): Surf Report for Tuesday, July 19th 2011 - [Radio2 Surf Report – Monday July 18](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-monday-july-18/): Radio2 Surf Report – Monday July 18 - [Here's What You Missed If You're Not Signed Up for the Newsletter](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-newsletter/): Here's What You Missed If You're Not Signed Up for the Newsletter - [Surf Report for Monday, July 18th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-july-18th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, July 18th 2011 - [Surf Report for Sunday, July 17 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-july-17-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, July 17 2011 - [Radio2 Surf Report – Friday July 15](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-friday-july-15/): Radio2 Surf Report – Friday July 15 - [Surf Report for Friday, July 15th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-july-15th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, July 15th 2011 - [New York to Costa Rica: JetBlue Announces Direct Flights to Liberia](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/new-york-to-costa-rica-jetblue-announces-direct-flights-to-liberia/): New York to Costa Rica: JetBlue Announces Direct Flights to Liberia - [Surf Report for Thursday, July 14th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-july-14th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, July 14th 2011 - [Surf Report for Monday, July 11th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-july-11th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, July 11th 2011 - [Surf Report for Sunday, July 10th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-july-10th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, July 10th 2011 - [Surf Report for Saturday, July 9th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-july-9th-2011/): Surf Report for Saturday, July 9th 2011 - [Surf Report for Thursday, July 7th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-july-7th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, July 7th 2011 - [Stoked for Life: The Only Way I Want to Live](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/stoked-for-life-the-only-way-i-want-to-live/): Stoked for Life: The Only Way I Want to Live - [Radio2 Surf Report – Wednesday July 6](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-wednesday-july-6/): Radio2 Surf Report – Wednesday July 6 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, July 7th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-july-7th-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, July 7th 2011 - [Radio2 Surf Report – Monday July 4](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-monday-july-4/): Radio2 Surf Report – Monday July 4 - [Surf Report for Monday, July 4th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-july-4th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, July 4th 2011 - [Radio2 Surf Report – Friday July 1](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-friday-july-1/): Radio2 Surf Report – Friday July 1 - [Surf Report for Friday, July 1st 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-july-1st-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, July 1st 2011 - [Surf Report for Thursday, June 30th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-30th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, June 30th 2011 - [Radio2 Surf Report – Wednesday June 29](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-wednesday-june-29/): Radio2 Surf Report – Wednesday June 29 - [Radio2 Surf Report – Monday June 27](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-monday-june-27/): Radio2 Surf Report – Monday June 27 - [Surf Report for Monday, June 27th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-june-27th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, June 27th 2011 - [Surf Report for Sunday, June 19th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-june-19th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, June 19th 2011 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, June 15th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-june-15th-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, June 15th 2011 - [Surf Report for Thursday, June 16th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-16th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, June 16th 2011 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, June 14th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-june-14th-2011/): Surf Report for Tuesday, June 14th 2011 - [Radio2 Surf Report – Wednesday June 15](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-wednesday-june-15/): Radio2 Surf Report – Wednesday June 15 - [Radio2 Surf Report – Monday June 13](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-monday-june-13/): Radio2 Surf Report – Monday June 13 - [Surf Report for Monday, June 13th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-june-13th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, June 13th 2011 - [Surf Report for Saturday, June 11th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-june-11th-2011/): Surf Report for Saturday, June 11th 2011 - [Surf Report for Thursday, June 9th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-9th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, June 9th 2011 - [Radio2 Surf Report – Friday June 10](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-friday-june-10/): Radio2 Surf Report – Friday June 10 - [Surf Report for Friday, June 10th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-june-10th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, June 10th 2011 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, June 8th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-june-8th-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, June 8th 2011 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, June 7th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-june-7th-2011/): Surf Report for Tuesday, June 7th 2011 - [Radio2 Surf Report – Monday June 6](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-monday-june-6/): Radio2 Surf Report – Monday June 6 - [Surf Report for Monday, June 6th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-june-6th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, June 6th 2011 - [Radio2 Surf Report – Friday June 3](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-friday-june-3/): Radio2 Surf Report – Friday June 3 - [...definitely coming back...](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/definitely-coming-back/): We are definitely coming back to this amazing facility! Incredible instructors and fantastic service make for a great experience. - [Surf Report for Thursday, June 2nd 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-2nd-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, June 2nd 2011 - [Buenas Olas..... WRSC Sponosored rider Yury Alvarez.](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/buenas-olas-wrsc-sponosored-rider-yury-alvarez/): Buenas Olas..... WRSC Sponosored rider Yury Alvarez. - [Surf Report for Wednesday, June 1st 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-june-1st-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, June 1st 2011 - [Radio2 Surf Report - Wednesday June 1](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-wednesday-june-1/): Radio2 Surf Report - Wednesday June 1 - [Congratulations to former surf camp employee Josymar Fuentes](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/congratulations-to-former-surf-camp-employee-josymar-fuentes/): Big congratulations to Josymar Fuentes! From witch’s Rock Surf Camp to sponsorship, his journey is inspiring. - [Surf Report for Monday, May 30th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-may-30th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, May 30th 2011 - [Surf Report for Sunday, May 29th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-may-29th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, May 29th 2011 - [Surf Report for Friday, May 27th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-may-27th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, May 27th 2011 - [Surf Report for Thursday, May 26th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-may-26th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, May 26th 2011 - [Radio2 Surf Report - Wednesday May 25](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wednesday-am-radio2-surf-report-2/): Radio2 Surf Report - Wednesday May 25 - [Now Hiring: Freelance Research Assistant(s)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/now-hiring-freelance-research-assistants/): Now Hiring: Freelance Research Assistant(s) - [Surf Report for Tuesday, May 17th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-may-17th-2011/): Surf Report for Tuesday, May 17th 2011 - [Surf Report for Monday, May 16th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-may-16th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, May 16th 2011 - [Surf Report for Sunday, May 15th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-may-15th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, May 15th 2011 - [Friday 13th Surf Report - BIG SWELL on its way!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/friday-13th-surf-report-big-swell-on-its-way/): Friday 13th Surf Report - BIG SWELL on its way! - [Surf Report for Tuesday, May 10th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-may-10th-2011/): Surf Report for Tuesday, May 10th 2011 - [Surf Report for Sunday, May 8th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-may-8th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, May 8th 2011 - [Friday AM Surf Report](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/friday-am-surf-report/): Friday AM Surf Report - [Monday AM Surf Report - waves are BUILDING](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-monday-may-2/): Monday AM Surf Report - waves are BUILDING - [Surf Report for Monday, May 2nd 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-may-2nd-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, May 2nd 2011 - [Radio2 Friday Surf Report](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-friday-surf-report/): Radio2 Friday Surf Report - [Surf Report for Friday, April 29th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-april-29th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, April 29th 2011 - [Surf Report for Thurday, April 28th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thurday-april-28th-2011/): Surf Report for Thurday, April 28th 2011 - [Surf Report for Monday, April 25th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-25th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, April 25th 2011 - [8 Reasons to Subscribe to the WRSC Newsletter](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/8-reasons-to-subscribe-to-the-wrsc-newsletter/): 8 Reasons to Subscribe to the WRSC Newsletter - [Friday AM Radio2 surf report](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/friday-am-radio2-surf-report/): Friday AM Radio2 surf report - [Old school WRSC photo - no buildings along the Tamarindo skyline!](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/old-school-wrsc-photo-check-out-the-tamarindo-skyline/): Old school WRSC photo - no buildings along the Tamarindo skyline! - [Surf Report for Thursday, April 21st 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-april-21st-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, April 21st 2011 - [Radio2 surf report - Wednesday April 20th](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/radio2-surf-report-wednesday-april-20th/): Radio2 surf report - Wednesday April 20th - [Add WRSC banners to your blog or website, earn nachos and beer](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/add-wrsc-banners-to-your-blog-or-website-earn-nachos-and-beer/): Add WRSC banners to your blog or website, earn nachos and beer - [Surf Report for Tuesday, April 19th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-april-19th-2011/): Surf Report for Tuesday, April 19th 2011 - [Surf Report for Monday, April 18th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-18th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, April 18th 2011 - [Surf Report for Sunday, April 17th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-17th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, April 17th 2011 - [Friday morning 99.5 Radio2 Surf Report](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/friday-morning-99-5-radio2-surf-report/): Friday morning 99.5 Radio2 Surf Report - [... I really appreciated their keenness to help me learn...](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/april-15-2011-tim/): ... I really appreciated their keenness to help me learn... - [Surf Report for Thursday, April 14th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-april-14th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, April 14th 2011 - [Surf Report for Wednesday, April 13th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-april-13th-2011/): Surf Report for Wednesday, April 13th 2011 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, April 12th 2011 (Morning)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-april-11th-2011-morning/): Surf Report for Tuesday, April 12th 2011 (Morning) - [Surf Report for Monday, April 11th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-11th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, April 11th 2011 - [WRSC's Sofia Soaje Pinto dropping into big wave BOMBS](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrscs-sofia-soaje-pinto-dropping-into-big-wave-bombs/): WRSC's Sofia Soaje Pinto dropping into big wave BOMBS - [Surf Report for Sunday, April 10th 2011 (Morning)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-10th-2011-morning/): Surf Report for Sunday, April 10th 2011 (Morning) - [Surf Report for Sunday, April 10th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-10th-2011-afternoonevening/): Surf Report for Sunday, April 10th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - [Surf Report for Thursday, April 7th 2011(Morning)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-april-7th-2011morning/): Surf Report for Thursday, April 7th 2011(Morning) - [Surf Report for Thursday, April 7th 2011 (Evening)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-april-7th-2011-evening/): Surf Report for Thursday, April 7th 2011 (Evening) - [Surf Report for Wednesday, April 6th 2011 (Morning)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-april-6th-2011-morning/): Surf Report for Wednesday, April 6th 2011 (Morning) - [Surf Report for Wednesday, April 6th 2011 (Evening)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-april-6th-2011-evening/): Surf Report for Wednesday, April 6th 2011 (Evening) - [...thanks for a great week of surf...](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/jordy-april-6-2011/): ...thanks for a great week of surf... - [Surf Report for Tuesday, April 5th 2011 (Morning)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-april-5th-2011-morning/): Surf Report for Tuesday, April 5th 2011 (Morning) - [Surf Report for Monday, April 4th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-4th-2011/): Surf Report for Monday, April 4th 2011 - [Surf Report for Sunday, April 3rd 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-3rd-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, April 3rd 2011 - [Surf Report for Sunday, April 3rd 2011 (Afternoon/Evening)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-3rd-2011-afternoonevening/): Surf Report for Sunday, April 3rd 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - [Thursday morning surf report - 9AM Tamarindo Rivermouth](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/thursday-morning-surf-report-9am-tamarindo-rivermouth/): Thursday morning surf report - 9AM Tamarindo Rivermouth - [Surf Report for Thursday, March 31st 2011 (Afternoon/Evening)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-31st-2011-afternoonevening/): Surf Report for Thursday, March 31st 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - [Surf Report for Tuesday, March 29th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-29th-2011/): Surf Report for Tuesday, March 29th 2011 - [Surf Report for Monday, March 28th 2011 (Morning)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-march-28th-2011-morning/): Surf Report for Monday, March 28th 2011 (Morning) - [Surf Report for Sunday, March 27th 2011 (Morning)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-march-27th-2011-morning/): Surf Report for Sunday, March 27th 2011 (Morning) - [Surf Report for Friday, March 25th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-march-25th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, March 25th 2011 - [Surf Report for Thursday, March 24th 2011(Morning)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-24th-2011morning/): Surf Report for Thursday, March 24th 2011(Morning) - [Surf Report for Thursday, March 24th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-24th-2011-afternoonevening/): Surf Report for Thursday, March 24th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - [Surf Report for Tuesday, March 22nd 2011 (Afternoon/Evening)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-22nd-2011-afternoonevening/): Surf Report for Tuesday, March 22nd 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - [...you folks have a great spot and I am looking forward to my next visit...](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/march-22-2011-glenn-leonard/): Celebrating a wonderful trip! You folks have a great spot. Special thanks to the staff for making it memorable and enjoyable. - [Surf Report for Tuesday, March 22nd 2011 (Morning)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-22nd-2011-morning/): Surf Report for Tuesday, March 22nd 2011 (Morning) - [Surf Report for Monday, March 21st 2011 (Morning/Early Afternoon)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-march-21st-2011-morningearly-afternoon/): Surf Report for Monday, March 21st 2011 (Morning/Early Afternoon) - [...your staff is going above and beyond to make your camp a great place to visit...](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/chris-and-sher-march-21-2011/): Discover how your staff is going above and beyond to make a difference in the workplace and enhance team dynamics. - [...Great friendly people, super waves and breathtakingly beautiful scenery...](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/march-20-2011-mark-faggard/): Discover why Costa Rica is a paradise with great friendly people, super waves, and breathtakingly beautiful scenery. - [Surf Report for Sunday, March 20th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-march-20th-2011/): Surf Report for Sunday, March 20th 2011 - [...I could improve my surfing and reduce my board size from 8’0” to 7’2”!!...](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ricardo-molero-march-14-2011/): Discover how I could improve my surfing skills and reduce my board size during an unforgettable trip to Costa Rica. - [Robot Surf Photographer](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robot-surf-photographer/): Discover the potential of a Robot Surf Photographer for surf camps. Imagine automatic photos and videos uploaded directly online. - [Surf Report for Friday, March 18th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-march-18th-2011/): Surf Report for Friday, March 18th 2011 - [Surf Report for Thursday, March 17th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-17th-2011/): Surf Report for Thursday, March 17th 2011 - [Surf Report for Tuesday, March 15th 2011](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-15th-2011/): Surf Report for Tuesday, March 15th 2011 - [Surf Report for Monday, February 14th 2011 (Morning) - 2](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-february-14th-2011-morning/): Surf Report for Monday, February 14th 2011 (Morning) - 2 - [Surf Report for Monday, March 14th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-march-14th-2011-afternoonevening/): Surf Report for Monday, March 14th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - [...I was so impressed with the food and the service…. I even came for dinner three times…](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/march-12-2011-mike/): I was so impressed with the food and the service at Witchs Rock. Discover why this spot is a must-visit in Tamarindo. - [Surf Report for Sunday, March 13th 2011 (Morning)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-march-13th-2011-morning/): Surf Report for Sunday, March 13th 2011 (Morning) - [Surf Report for Sunday, March 13th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-march-13th-2011-afternoonevening/): Surf Report for Sunday, March 13th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - [Surf Report for Friday, March 11th 2011(Morning)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-march-11th-2011morning/): Surf Report for Friday, March 11th 2011(Morning) - [Surf Report for Friday, March 11th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-march-11th-2011-afternoonevening/): Surf Report for Friday, March 11th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - [Surf Report for Thursday, March 10th 2011 (Morning)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-10th-2011-morning/): Surf Report for Thursday, March 10th 2011 (Morning) - [Surf Report for Thursday, March 10th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening)](https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-10th-2011-afternoonevening/): Surf Report for Thursday, March 10th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) --- # # Detailed Content ## Pages > Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is stoked to be working with Robert August, star of the most influential surf movie of all time: The Endless Summer. - Published: 2024-10-09 - Modified: 2024-10-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/legend-robert-august/ Robert August: Ambassador Of Surfing at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is stoked to be working with Robert August, star of the most influential surf movie of all time: The Endless Summer. When the film debuted in 1964 it launched the modern surf and travel era and lured millions of people to ride waves around the world. Robert helped put Costa Rica on the global surf map back in the early 90’s when he and Bruce Brown filmed Witch’s Rock, Ollie’s Point, and Tamarindo for their sequel movie, The Endless Summer II. At that time, Robert built a house in Tamarindo and has been a regular surfer in Costa Rica for twenty years. In 2011, he moved here full time with his young daughter, and became a key member of the Witch’s Rock Family, teaching seminars on the History of Surfing, and holding surfboard shaping seminars here on the beach in our little shaping and glassing facility. Now relocated to his original home in Southern California, Robert frequently returns to Tamarindo to visit his second family here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Whether he is hanging out on the beach teaching his daughter to surf, in the camp chatting with guests, or custom shaping a surfboard for one of our guests, he’s a great ambassador to surfing in Guanacaste and Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. https://youtu. be/HC26LHTOxWQ Get your own Robert August Custom Shape! Robert is a legendary surfboard shaper (over 40,000 surfboards shaped by hand over five decades) with one of the longest-running surfboard factories in Huntington Beach California and now in Tamarindo. Robert focuses on one-of-a-kind custom boards for surf enthusiasts everywhere, although he only shapes about 100 boards a year, averaging 2 surfboards a week. If you’ve ever wanted one, don’t hesitate to ask! Robert has his own shaping studio at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp that he uses during his visits. Let us know what you want, and we can help you get that custom board of your Endless Summer Dreams. CONTACT US Now contact (1) "*" indicates required fields First Name* Last Name* Email* Phone2* CommentsNameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Δ Our Reservations Office is available 7 days/week to answer all of your questions and book your surf trip. CALL NOW 1-888-318-7873 SURFER AGENTS ON DUTY --- > Costa Rica Surf Camp Packages Rates, Tamarindo. All prices are per person and include Accommodations for 7 Nights. - Published: 2024-10-03 - Modified: 2025-02-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pricing/ Costa rica Surf Camp Rates All prices are per person and include Accommodations for 7 Nights, Surf Program Enrollment, Surfboard Rentals (insurance included), Liberia Airport Transportation, and Breakfast Daily. Prices also include tax. rates Choose your ideal season(Required)GREEN SEASON (May - Aug)FREE FALL ROOM (Sep - Oct)HIGH SEASON (Nov - Apr)PEAK DATES (Holidays)Choose number of people(Required)123456 Joe's Tiki Hut Two Bedroom Beachfront Apartment, two queen beds, king bed, full kitchen, with private balcony and spectacular ocean views. Beginner – $1380 Intermediate – $1520 Advanced – $1520 The Penthouse 2 queen beds, 1 twin in loft, kitchenette. Our two penthouse rooms share a huge rooftop deck with spectacular ocean views. (Max 5 people) Beginner – $1300 Intermediate – $1440 Advanced – $1440 Joe's Tiki Hut Two Bedroom Beachfront Apartment, two queen beds, king bed, full kitchen, with private balcony and spectacular ocean views. Beginner – $1450 Intermediate – $1590 Advanced – $1590 Courtyard Room 2 Queen Beds. Big rooms downstairs facing our Courtyard & Pool Area. (Max 4 people) Beginner – $1255 Intermediate – $1395 Advanced – $1395 Courtyard Room w/ Balcony 2 queen beds. Big rooms upstairs with balcony and partial ocean views. (Max 4 people) Beginner – $1285 Intermediate – $1425 Advanced – $1425 Sunset Room 2 queen beds. Big rooms downstairs with beautiful ocean views. (Max 4 people) Beginner – $1315 Intermediate – $1455 Advanced – $1455 Sunset Room w/ Balcony 2 queen beds. Big rooms upstairs with a nice balcony and beautiful ocean views. (Max 4 people) Beginner – $1325 Intermediate – $1465 Advanced – $1465 The Penthouse 2 queen beds, 1 twin in loft, kitchenette. Our two penthouse rooms share a huge rooftop deck with spectacular ocean views. (Max 5 people) Beginner – $1370 Intermediate – $1510 Advanced – $1510 Joe's Tiki Hut Two Bedroom Beachfront Apartment, two queen beds, king bed, full kitchen, with private balcony and spectacular ocean views. Beginner – $1560 Intermediate – $1700 Advanced – $1700 Courtyard Room 2 Queen Beds. Big rooms downstairs facing our Courtyard & Pool Area. (Max 4 people) Beginner – $1335 Intermediate – $1475 Advanced – $1475 Courtyard Room w/ Balcony 2 queen beds. Big rooms upstairs with balcony and partial ocean views. (Max 4 people) Beginner – $1375 Intermediate – $1515 Advanced – $1515 Sunset Room 2 queen beds. Big rooms downstairs with beautiful ocean views. (Max 4 people) Beginner – $1415 Intermediate – $1555... --- > See what’s happening right now on Tamarindo Beach. Our live surf cam shows wave conditions, wind, and weather. - Published: 2024-09-30 - Modified: 2025-06-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-live-surf-cam/ Tamarindo Live Surf Cam Our Tamarindo live surf cams stream directly from Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica, offering real-time views of the waves, beach, wind, and weather. One camera shows the lineup in front of Witch’s Rock Surf Camp and the public beach access, while the second points toward Las Baulas National Marine Park. Use these live feeds to check surf conditions, wave size, tides, wind direction, and beach activity before you paddle out Witch's Rock Surf Camp Subscribe if (typeof sbyOptions === "undefined") var sbyOptions = {"adminAjaxUrl":"https:\/\/witchsrocksurfcamp. com\/wp-admin\/admin-ajax. php","placeholder":"https:\/\/witchsrocksurfcamp. com\/wp-content\/plugins\/feeds-for-youtube\/img\/placeholder. png","placeholderNarrow":"https:\/\/witchsrocksurfcamp. com\/wp-content\/plugins\/feeds-for-youtube\/img\/placeholder-narrow. png","lightboxPlaceholder":"https:\/\/witchsrocksurfcamp. com\/wp-content\/plugins\/feeds-for-youtube\/img\/lightbox-placeholder. png","lightboxPlaceholderNarrow":"https:\/\/witchsrocksurfcamp. com\/wp-content\/plugins\/feeds-for-youtube\/img\/lightbox-placeholder-narrow. png","autoplay":true,"semiEagerload":true,"eagerload":true}; Enjoy the View? Come Experience It in Person If you’re enjoying the live surf cam, imagine how much better it is in real life. Join us on the beach at El Vaquero Brewpub, the best place in Tamarindo to watch the sunset, sip a cold beer, and soak in the vibe. Prefer mornings? Start your day with a hearty breakfast and unlimited coffee at Eat at Joe’s, our beachfront surf diner. And don’t miss our on-site microbrewery, where fresh IPAs and pale ales are always on tap. Book Your Costa Rica Surf Trip Now contact (1) "*" indicates required fields First Name*Last Name*Email* Phone2*CommentsEmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Δ Our Reservations Office is available 7 days/week to answer all of your questions and book your surf trip. CALL NOW 1-888-318-7873 SURFER AGENTS ON DUTY --- > Ready to surf in Costa Rica? Contact Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo and let us help you plan your perfect surf vacation. We’ll handle the rest. - Published: 2024-09-28 - Modified: 2025-05-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/contact-us/ Let’s Start Planning Your Surf Vacation contact (1) "*" indicates required fields First Name*Last Name*Email* Phone2*CommentsNameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Δ Our Reservations Office is available 7 days/week to answer all of your questions and book your surf trip. CALL NOW 1-888-318-7873 SURFER AGENTS ON DUTY +506 7250-8754 --- > Travel hassle-free and save money with our surfboard rental program. Discover high-quality surfboards for every level at our Demo Center. - Published: 2024-07-11 - Modified: 2025-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/demo-center/ The Best Surfboards demo center in Tamarindo Don’t feel like paying airline baggage fees or worried about damage to your surfboard during transport? Go ahead and leave your surfboard at home, save money, and travel comfortably. Our surfboard rental program at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp offers high quality surfboards for every type of surfer and surf conditions, Surfboards Rentals TamarindoSurfboards are available for free to all our Surf Program Guests – you can try a different board every session if you want! Pretty sweet deal, right? We have high performance shortboards for advanced surfers, fishes, fun shapes, and longboards for intermediates, and foam boards for novices. Whatever ability level you are, our expert instructors will help find the right surfboard for you! The Official Firewire Surfboard Demo Center at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Witch’s Rock is proud to announce our partnership with Firewire Surfboards, and to offer you our official Firewire Demo Center. We offer a full selection of Firewire surfboards for rent including (but not limited to) the Seaside by Rob Machado, the Seaside & Beyond, the Dominator 2. 0, Sci-Fi 2. 0, Glazer, Flat Earth, Baked Potato, Twice Baked, Special T, The Gem, Greedy Beaver, and more. Try them all. Try before you buy. Where else is this possible? Firewire Baked Potato Firewire Chumlee Firewire Dominator Firewire Evo Tomo FRK Tomo Gama Firewire Go Fish Firewire Greedy Beaver Tomo Sci-fi Tomo SKX Firewire Spitfire Firewire Taylor Jensen Firewire The Gem Tomo No Brainer Firewire Special T Firewire ADDvance Whether you’re a beginner, an experienced surfer looking to try something new, or somewhere in between, we have the perfect board for you. With a variety of shapes and sizes, you can find the surfboard that fits your style and skill level. If you’re a beginner and looking to take your first steps into surfing, we’ve got you covered. There are a variety of beginner-friendly boards available that are designed to help you learn how to surf. The boards are stable, easy to maneuver, and most importantly, fun! Are you an experienced surfer looking to try something new? Check out our quiver! With a wide selection of advanced boards, you can push your surfing to the next level. From mini-mals to longboards, thrusters and alternative shapes, we have a board for every style and skill level. Our staff is knowledgeable and can help you find the perfect board for... --- > Discover the ultimate Costa Rica Surf Camp experience in beautiful Costa Rica through authentic guest reviews. - Published: 2022-05-04 - Modified: 2025-03-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guest-reviews/ Witch’s Rock Costa Rica Surf Camp Reviews Discover the ultimate Costa Rica Surf Camp experience through authentic guest reviews. Book Your Surf Trip Now contact (1) "*" indicates required fields First Name*Last Name*Email* Phone2*CommentsPhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Δ Our Reservations Office is available 7 days/week to answer all of your questions and book your surf trip. CALL NOW 1-888-318-7873 SURFER AGENTS ON DUTY --- > Costa Rica Surfing Camp - This is what the waves are looking like right now along Playa Tamarindo and Playa Grande. - - Published: 2022-04-07 - Modified: 2025-06-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-reports/ Surf Reports --- > Get inspired by unique restaurants menu concepts that can transform your dining experience and delight your guests. - Published: 2020-11-02 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/menu/ Español English --- > Nuestras cámaras de surf en vivo están transmitiendo en vivo desde Playa Tamarindo. Campamento de Surf Costa Rica - Published: 2020-06-18 - Modified: 2025-02-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/camara-de-surf-en-vivo-en-tamarindo/ Cámaras de Surf en Vivo desde Playa Tamarindo Nuestras cámaras de surf en vivo de Tamarindo están transmitiendo en vivo desde Playa Tamarindo Costa Rica, desde el estacionamiento público hasta el Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas. Esta cámara de surf muestra las olas, el clima y las condiciones del viento en la playa frente a Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Condiciones de surf locales, informe de viento en vivo , olas, multitud y el tiempo en Costa Rica. 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LLAME AHORA +506 2653-1238 --- > Las mejores vacaciones familiares de surf están en Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, con programas de surf para todas las edades y habilidades. - Published: 2020-06-17 - Modified: 2024-10-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/vacaciones-familiares-de-surf/ Vacaciones familiares de Surf en Tamarindo, Costa Rica Las mejores vacaciones familiares de surf están en Witch's Rock Surf Camp, con programas de surf para todas las edades y habilidades. Contáctanos ahora Destacado por “Muchas gracias a todos por la hospitalidad y Pura Vida que otorgaron al Equipo Schmitz durante nuestra última visita. Nunca nos hemos sentido tan bienvenidos en ningún establecimiento en ningún lugar; visitar amigos viejos y nuevos en WRSC es ahora un poderoso llamado para regresar". the Schmitz Family New York, NY | March, 2018 Vacaciones familiares de Surf A las familias les encanta venir de vacaciones a Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Nuestro resort de surf frente al mar tiene condiciones ideales para surfear y nadar justo en frente. Nuestros instructores expertos son geniales con niños y adultos. Descubre la pasión de surfear juntos y crea recuerdos inolvidables en el paraíso del surf de Costa Rica. La mejor ubicación Witch's Rock Surf Camp está ubicado frente a la playa en Tamarindo, el mejor lugar para vacaciones familiares de surf. Ubicado a solo 1 hora del aeropuerto internacional de Liberia, justo en la playa y cerca de todo. Practique surf y nade directamente en frente del resort, con olas suaves que rompen sobre un fondo arenoso. A pocos pasos de tiendas y restaurantes, no se requiere renta de carro. Ideal para surfear Playa Tamarindo es ideal para surfistas de todos los niveles, con olas amistosas que crean confianza y te ayudan a mejorar. Los puntos de surf intermedios y avanzados se encuentran a la vuelta de la esquina. Disfrute de más de 300 días al año de sol, vientos predominantes en alta mar y agua tibia a 27 ° C. Seguro y a salvo La seguridad es nuestra prioridad número 1. Witch's Rock surf Camp patrocina el Programa de Salvavidas de Tamarindo, con la torre principal de salvavidas ubicada directamente en frente del campamento de surf. Todos nuestros instructores de surf están certificados por RCP y tienen una amplia capacitación en seguridad oceánica. Una clínica de emergencia está convenientemente ubicada directamente al lado de nuestra propiedad del resort. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp tiene Vacaciones de Surf para todos. Este paquete de campamento de surf es perfecto para adultos, niños, viajeros individuales, grupos, familias y amigos. Paquetes de vacaciones de 7 noches desde $1465 (Precios en USD) Los Paquetes de Vacaciones Familiares de Surf Incluyen: 7 noches en... --- > Witch's Rock Surf Camp ha estado ofreciendo Vacaciones de Surf para todos los niveles desde 2001. Campamento de Surf Costa Rica - Published: 2020-06-17 - Modified: 2025-02-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/paquetes-de-surf/ Vacaciones de Surf para todos los niveles Witch's Rock Surf Camp ha estado ofreciendo vacaciones de surf para todos los niveles desde 2001. Nuestros programas con todo incluido lo llevarán a montar las olas épicas de Costa Rica independientemente de su nivel de surf. Reserve una habitación en nuestro hotel frente a la playa en Tamarindo, no podría estar más cerca de las olas. Atrapa más olas en una semana de las que podrías atrapar durante todo el año. Reserve su viaje de surf Destacado por Nuestras vacaciones en el campamento de surf son perfectas para: Viajeros solteros, parejas y amigos. Familias con diferentes habilidades de surf. Surfistas avanzados que buscan las mejores olas de Costa Rica. Grupos grandes, reuniones familiares y fiestas privadas. Escuela de surf para Principiantes ¿Listo para comenzar a surfear? Nuestro programa de escuela de surf para principiantes te hará parar en la tabla y montar en las olas como un profesional. Aprende a surfear hoy Programa de Surf Nivel Intermedio Los surfistas intermedios regresan a nuestro campamento de surf una y otra vez para mejorar sus habilidades. Llevará su surf a otro nivel. Conozca nuestro programa de surfistas nivel intermedio Tours Avanzados de Surf No es necesario alquilar un coche, mapas de surf crípticos o clases de español. Te llevamos a donde las olas son mejores dependiendo las mareas, el viento y la dirección del oleaje. Los mejores tours de surf en Costa Rica Roca Bruja y Ollie’s Point Roca Bruja es considerado uno de los mejores puntos de surf de Costa Rica. Hecho famoso por Robert August en la película Endless Summer II. Todos nuestros paquetes de surf incluyen lo siguiente: Transporte desde y hacia el aeropuerto de Liberia (LIR) Ofrecemos transporte GRATUITO desde y hacia el Aeropuerto Internacional de Liberia (LIR) en nuestras busetas con aire acondicionado. Si vuela a San José, Costa Rica (SJO), podemos recogerlo por una tarifa. 7 noches de alojamiento en hotel Hospédate en nuestro hotel frente a la playa en Witch's Rock Surf Camp o en nuestra propiedad hermana, el Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel . Sugerimos unas vacaciones de sábado a sábado, pero puede llegar cuando lo desee y quedarse durante los pocos o tantos días que desee Alquiler ilimitado de tablas de surf Si necesita ayuda para elegir la tabla perfecta para su primera lección, o si es un surfista experimentado que no quiere pagar los... --- > Los mejores viajes de surf en solitario son garantizados con Witch's Rock Surf Camp en Tamarindo, Costa Rica - Published: 2020-06-17 - Modified: 2025-01-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/viajero-solitario/ Los mejores viajes de Surf en solitario en Costa Rica Los MEJORES viajes de surf en solitario son garantizados con Witch's Rock Surf Camp en Tamarindo, Costa Rica Contáctanos ahora Destacado por “Otros cinco viajeros en solitario también esperaban en la buseta. Para el final del viaje, nuestro grupo de viajeros en solitario había crecido en varios. Todos lo pasamos muy bien aprendiendo a surfear, recorriendo Tamarindo e incluso haciendo un tour de buceo en catamarán juntos. Todavía me mantengo en contacto con muchos de los amigos de toda la vida que hice mientras estaba en Witch's Rock ". Ledley Jennings ¿Qué tipo de viajero solitario eres? Si eres una persona sociable que busca hacer amigos en cada rincón o un cazador de olas experimentado que busca comer, surfear, dormir y repetir, Witch's Rock Surf Camp tiene alojamiento para satisfacer tus necesidades. Nuestras habitaciones Single Queen Tiki brindan un equilibrio perfecto entre comodidad y privacidad, permitiéndole hospedarse en el sitio principal con su propio espacio privado. Por un poco más, actualice a la habitación Tiki Balcón, que cuenta con un pequeño balcón con vista parcial al mar. O disfrute de nuestro estudio frente a la playa, una habitación en el primer piso que se abre directamente a la playa y que cuenta con una terraza y sillas para relajarse junto al océano. Si prefiere un ambiente más relajado, nuestra ubicación hermana, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, ofrece el equilibrio perfecto entre tranquilidad y acceso al programa de surf y la escena social del sitio principal. Para obtener detalles sobre precios, visite nuestra sección de tarifas aquí. La mejor ubicación Witch's Rock Surf Camp está ubicado frente a la playa en Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Si nunca ha estado aquí, se sorprenderá al encontrar todas las comodidades que necesita para un exitoso viaje en solitario. A 10 minutos a pie del campamento, disfrutará de múltiples farmacias, mercados de frutas frescas, tiendas de recuerdos, estudios de yoga, gimnasios, más de 50 restaurantes y la mejor vida nocturna de Costa Rica. Desde el momento en que aterriza en el aeropuerto internacional de Liberia (LIR) a 1 hora de distancia, será transportado cómodamente a la playa. También puede reservar recorridos que no sean de surf desde nuestra recepción, como tirolesa, recorridos en vehículos todo terreno, snorkel, excursiones de pesca y más. No se requiere renta de carro. Olas para todos Playa Tamarindo y sus... --- > Bienvenido a nuestro Campamento de Surf y Hotel en playa Tamarindo, para que puedas disfrutar de sus vacaciones de surf en Costa Rica - Published: 2020-06-17 - Modified: 2024-10-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/campamento-de-surf-y-hotel-de-playa/ Bienvenido a nuestro Hotel y Campamento de Surf en playa Tamarindo Relájate en nuestro hotel frente al mar y surfea olas divertidas justo en frente. Contamos con 2 restaurantes, 3 bares y una cervecería artesanal. Obtenga todo lo que necesita de nuestra tienda de surf y centro de demostración de tablas de surf. Deje que nuestro personal se encargue de todo para que pueda disfrutar de sus vacaciones de surf en Costa Rica. Obtenga más información “El Hotel de Playa y Campamento de Surf Witch’s Rock es un lugar para todos, Es la base de operaciones para surfear, comer y beber, pasar el rato y conectarse con otros viajeros de ideas afines “. Hotel frente a la playa Vistas al mar, aire acondicionado, baño privado completo con agua caliente, piscina y un desayuno increíble. Increibles y divertidas olas justo enfrente Tenemos olas divertidas justo en frente del Hotel y campamento de surf. Hay 12 diferentes lugares para practicar surf en Tamarindo, todos a poca distancia de su habitación de hotel. Una tienda de surf con todo lo que necesitas Witch’s Rock Surf Shop tiene todo lo que un surfista necesita: tablas de surf, trajes de baño, licras, correas, quillas, gafas de sol, ropa y más. Aprenda a surfear, reserve un viaje en barco a Witch’s Rock y Ollie’s Point, o reserve un recorrido sin surf. Muchas tablas de surf para elegir Elija entre la mayor selección de tablas de alquiler de calidad en Tamarindo , tablas largas, tablas cortas, tablas de surf suaves, tablas de bodyboard. Cambia tu tabla de surf tantas veces como quieras. Los clientes sin cita previa pueden alquilar una tabla de surf por hora, día, semana o mes. Restaurante Eat at Joe's Famoso restaurante de surf frente al mar de Tamarindo. Desayuno, almuerzo y cena todos los días de 7 a. m. a 10 p. m. , elija entre abundantes platos de desayuno y café gratis ilimitado incluido diariamente con su estadía. Restaurante El Vaquero El lugar de reunión favorito en la playa local de Tamarindo abre todos los días hasta las 12 a. m. Esté atento a las olas mientras almuerza y cena, mientras disfruta de unas cervezas frías. Escuche música en vivo todos los sábados y domingos por la tarde mientras deja que los niños corran libremente en nuestro restaurante familiar. reserve su viaje de surf ahora Contacto-Espanol "*" indicates required fields Apellido*... --- > Tours Avanzados de Surf. Nuestros viajes de Avanzado lo llevan en bote o en buseta a las mejores olas que Costa Rica tiene para ofrecer. - Published: 2020-06-16 - Modified: 2024-10-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/tours-avanzados-de-surf/ Surfea Costa Rica con Witch's Rock Surf Camp Nuestros viajes de Avanzado lo llevan en bote o en buseta a las mejores olas que Costa Rica tiene para ofrecer. Practique surf en playas, arrecifes, puntos e incluso algunos lugares secretos de Costa Rica. Contáctanos ahora Destacado por “The set up between the different level surfers, Eat at Joe's restaurant, the board cage, and Volcano Brewing Company are unmatched. Out of everywhere I've traveled to surf, this has to be at the top of my list. I scored great waves everyday, and had a blast meeting new people and hanging out in Tamarindo. " Micah Sklut Founder, Swellinfo. com Tours avanzados de Surf Practique surf en Costa Rica como un local con recorridos guiados diarios en barco y buseta, surfeando las mejores olas que Costa Rica tiene para ofrecer. Nuestros guías de surf costarricenses utilizan el conocimiento local para llevarlo a las condiciones perfectas cada día. Surfee Costa Rica en Bote Recorre por la costa para alcanzar todos los rincones y grietas. El transporte marítimo nos da acceso a muchos arrecifes secretos y puntos que de otro modo serían inalcanzables. Surf Mágico Estamos ubicados en la zona de surf más rica de Costa Rica. Incluso si el oleaje es pequeño, los puntos por lo general tienen más oleaje y producen olas a la cabeza casi todos los días. Si hay oleaje, se activan las buenas olas y la fascinación continúa. Cielos soleados, vientos marinos, oleaje constante y tubos más de 300 días al año. Nuevos Amigos Un día en el agua con amigos es la mejor experiencia de unión. Vas a gritar y gritar tanto que una cerveza después del surf es la única forma de suavizar tu día lleno de fascinación. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp tiene Vacaciones de Surf para todos. Este paquete de campamento de surf es perfecto para adultos, niños, viajeros individuales, grupos, familias y amigos. Paquetes de vacaciones de 7 noches desde $2030 (Precios en USD) Los Paquetes de Surf Avanzado Incluyen: 7 noches en nuestro hotel Hospédese en nuestro hotel frente a la playa con vista a las mejores olas de Tamarindo. La mayoría de las habitaciones tienen vista al mar, están cerca de la arena e incluyen aire acondicionado y WiFi. Tours diarios en buseta y bote Surfea Costa Rica en buseta y barco, surfeando las mejores olas de la zona en un día... --- > El Programa de Surf Nivel Intermedio de Witch's Rock mejorará rápidamente tu surfing. | Campamento de Surf Costa Rica - Published: 2020-06-16 - Modified: 2024-10-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/programa-de-surf-para-nivel-intermedio/ Excursiones y Entrenamiento de Surf en Costa Rica El Programa de Surf Nivel Intermedio de Witch's Rock mejorará rápidamente tu surfing. Disfruta de recorridos en bote y en buseta a olas perfectas, con entrenamiento de surf experto y análisis en video. Contáctanos ahora Destacado por “Como intermedio, los instructores te colocan en el mejor lugar para tu nivel de habilidad. Son increíbles, brindan comentarios instantáneos y lo empujan a avanzar desde ir recto a tomar la ola en la línea y aumentar su velocidad ... El surf es increíble y adictivo como el infierno, pero irás a Witch's Rock Surf Camp varias veces como todos los demás. Lo harás por los nuevos amigos que haces y los viejos que siempre te dan la bienvenida ". Joe Volpe New York, NY | June 2018 Tours de Surf con Entrenamiento Nuestros recorridos diarios de entrenamiento de intermedio duran de 3 a 4 horas y lo llevaremos a un par de playas en el área que son las mejores para los surfistas de nivel intermedio. Trabajará para ganar velocidad, posicionamiento, selección de olas, hacer giros y atrapar más olas. Se sugiere una reserva de sábado a sábado, pero no es obligatorio. Los huéspedes pueden permanecer más o menos de 7 días, y los viajes pueden comenzar cualquier día de la semana. Viajes en bote Los mejores tours de surf en Costa Rica. Salta de un bote y entra directamente a las olas. Viajar por agua nos permite dar vueltas buscando las mejores olas para tu habilidad. Surf Mágico El noroeste de Costa Rica es conocido por su excelente surf constante durante todo el año. Más de 300 días de vientos marinos y cielos soleados ofrecen muchas sesiones mágicas. Nuestros instructores de surf de primer nivel aumentarán drásticamente tu conteo de olas. Nuevos amigos Todos vienen por la misma razón, unas vacaciones de surf inolvidables. Los amigos son fáciles de hacer e incluso más fáciles de mantener. La familia Witch's Rock es real y estamos encantados de tenerte a bordo. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp tiene Vacaciones de Surf para todos. Este paquete de campamento de surf es perfecto para adultos, niños, viajeros individuales, grupos, familias y amigos. Paquetes de vacaciones de 7 noches desde $1852 (Precios en USD) Programa de Surf Intermedio - Costa Rica Surfing Tours con Entrenamiento - Incluye: 7 noches en nuestro hotel Hospédese en nuestro hotel frente a la... --- > Disfruta de la mejor experiencia de Campamento de Surf en Costa Rica con Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Paquetes de surf para todos los niveles - Published: 2020-06-12 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/campamento-de-surf-costa-rica-escuela-de-surf-costa-rica/ Campamento de Surf en Costa Rica para Todos los Niveles Descubre Tamarindo, una ciudad tropical junto al mar, ideal para surfistas de todos los niveles. Únete a nuestro campamento de surf en Costa Rica y disfruta de clases personalizadas, olas perfectas, y un ambiente lleno de buena vibra. Con Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, surfea, conéctate y vive la experiencia pura vida frente al mar. EMPIEZA A SURFEAR HOY Destacado por Por qué Witch's Rock es el mejor campamento de surf en Costa Rica Mas de 50,000 huéspedes se han quedado en Witch’s Rock Surf Camp desde que empezamos en 2001. Nuestra ubicación frente a la playa ofrece impresionantes vistas al mar y acceso directo a algunas de las mejores olas. Con años de experiencia, ofrecemos servicios personalizados. Paquetes de surf para todos los niveles, asegurando un gran servicio a un gran precio. Aquí hay algunas razones por las cuales: LUGARFrente a la playa HABILIDADESPrincipiante a Avanzado BONDADVibraciones Positivas SABER COMOAños de experiencia VALORExcelente servicio, excelente precio LUGARFrente a la playa HABILIDADESPrincipiante a Avanzado BONDADVibraciones Positivas SABER COMOAños de experiencia VALORExcelente servicio, excelente precio El mejor campamento de surf en Costa Rica para todo tipo de surfista. Nuestra ubicación frente a la playa ofrece impresionantes vistas al mar y acceso directo a algunas de las mejores olas. Disfruta de nuestras completas vacaciones en surf camp que incluyen: Transporte gratuito desde y hacia el aeropuerto de Liberia (LIR) Alquiler ilimitado de tablas de surf Seminarios en el aula Desayuno diario“I've been here again and again over the last 7 years and I keep returning because of the hospitality and wonderful experiences I have every time I'm at Witch's Rock. If you want to learn to surf or are a surfer looking for a great place to get great waves, this is the spot. ” Michael Bufo Paquetes de Campamento de Surf PRINCIPIANTE ESCUELA DE SURF El mejor campamento de surf de Costa Rica desde 2001. Te enseñamos todo sobre surfear desde cero. Aprenda las habilidades y las reglas necesarias para atrapar olas de manera consistente y con confianza. DETALLES DE LA ESCUELA DE SURF PRINCIPIANTES INTERMEDIO PROGRAMA DE SURF Atrape la mayor cantidad de olas, e incluso más grandes con nuestros instructores de surf expertos. Explore otras playas de la zona por tierra o bote. Continue mejorando sus habilidades con nuestros análisis en video, y retroalimentación de nuestros instructores en las... --- > Aprende a Surfear en una semana garantizado - Escuela de Surf para principiantes en Tamarindo Costa Rica - Witch's Rock - Published: 2020-06-12 - Modified: 2024-10-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/es/escuela-de-surf-para-principiantes/ Aprende a surfear en una semana garantizado Aprender a surfear puede ser realmente difícil. Lo intentas por tu cuenta, pero parece que no progresas. Ahí es donde aparecemos nosotros. Porque cuando te inscribas en nuestro programa de escuela de surf en Costa Rica, conquistarás el surfing y te convertirás en el héroe de tu propia aventura de surf. Contáctanos ahora Destacado por "The surfing instruction and seminars were outstanding, even for those of us past our prime... . You have created a very special experience, in a fantastic location, with the highest caliber staff. WRSC is a very cool surf experience and the epitome of Pura Vida. We can’t wait to return! " Greg Shelley Indianapolis, IN | Aug. 2018 Escuela de surf para principiantes Desde 2001, miles de personas como vos han aprendido a surfear en Witch's Rock Surf CampCuando te unas a nuestra escuela de surf, tendrás acceso a los instructores de surf más exitosos. Esto significa que aprenderás a surfear RÁPIDO y lo pasarás increíble haciéndolo. Únete a nuestra tribu y descubrirás esta nueva pasión en tu aventura de surf. Ubicación frente a la playa A diferencia de la mayoría de los otros campamentos de surf en Costa Rica, estamos ubicados directamente en la arena con las mejores olas justo en frente. Esto significa que siempre estarás a solo unos pasos del surf. Puedes estar seguro de que elegiste el mejor lugar para tus vacaciones de surf. Olas ideales para aprender Las olas de Tamarindo rompen suavemente en la orilla, lo que le permite atrapar fácilmente muchas de ellas. Esto te ayudará a aprender a surfear RÁPIDO. El fondo del océano es todo arena, por lo que es lo más seguro posible. Y todos consideran a Tamarindo una playa de aprendizaje, por lo que no tiene que preocuparse por molestar a nadie o interponerse en el camino de otras personas Expertos en instrucción de surf Nuestros instructores han enseñado a miles de personas como tú a surfear. Cuando se inscriba en nuestro programa, tendrá un instructor de surf dedicado a su éxito. Aprenderá a surfear de la manera correcta, con verdaderos expertos que le mostrarán exactamente qué hacer para dominar el deporte y continuar mejorando. Después de su tiempo con nosotros, será un verdadero surfista. Podrá remar con confianza en su playa o en otros lugares de surf en todo el mundo. Amigable y divertido El... --- > Gracias por contactarnos. Su mensaje ha sido recibido y pronto nos comunicaremos con usted por teléfono o correo electrónico. - Published: 2020-05-28 - Modified: 2025-06-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/gracias-por-contactarnos/ Gracias por contactar al Hotel de Playa y campamento de Surf Witch's Rock Surf Camp Hemos recibido su mensaje , lo llamaremos o le enviaremos un correo electrónico en breve. Cualquier duda nos puede llamar al +506 2653-1238https://youtu. be/aD6BTQmO8o0 --- > Get ready to catch some waves! Check out our Surf Camp in Costa Rica videos for insights into our epic surf experiences. - Published: 2020-05-11 - Modified: 2025-06-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/video/ June 10, 2020 https://youtu. be/B2tku5eFhzY Please SUBSCRIBE to our channel, we're about to upload an awesome learn-to-surf video series for those of you that can't be here right now! Witch's Rock Surf Camp is OPEN. After some recent rain the weather has gotten really nice here in Guanacaste. The swell has been super consistent, and of course the waves are really uncrowded right now. If you're in the country please stop by and see us here in Tamarindo! Witch's Rock Face Masks can be found here - https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com/surfshop Here's an update for Playa Tamarindo and surrounding beaches. The beaches are opening up more and more, as follows: Playa Tamarindo: Mon - Fri 5am to 8am Playa Grande / Langosta: Mon - Sun 8am to 6pm Santa Rosa National Park (Witch's Rock and Ollie's Point): Mon - Sun 6am to 3pm Costa Rica has extended it's border restrictions until June 30, 2020. We are hopeful that international travel can resume at the end of this month, if this changes we'll definitely let you know. ALL SURF CAMP RESERVATIONS can be rescheduled free of charge if you are unable to visit us because the borders are closed. Thanks for watching our videos, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE And don't forget to leave your comment on YouTube, Instagram, or Facebook telling us what you love most about Tamarindo. The winner will receive an awesome Vissla surf hat. Let me double down and tell you that Vissla is a solid brand, they make quality product. You can find Vissla and other fine brands in our surf shop in Tamarindo. Pura vida, Joe Walsh Witch's Rock Surf Camp +506-2653-1238 1-888-318-7873 https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com May 20, 2020 https://youtu. be/lTt0pqGtnW4 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel Great news: Costa Rica has started opening up the beaches. Currently the beach is open Monday-Friday from 5am to 8am, but hopefully this will increase over the next couple of weeks. Surf Camp Hours Of Operation: EL VAQUERO 11am-10pm Monday-Friday 11am-8pm Saturday/Sunday (we'll stay open later on weekends once vehicle restrictions are removed) EAT AT JOE'S Open 7am daily starting May 22, 2020 WITCH'S ROCK SURF SHOP 8am-8pm Every Day WITCH'S ROCK SURFBOARD DEMO CENTER / BIKE SHOP 5am-6pm Monday-Friday 8am-6pm Saturday/Sunday WITCH'S ROCK HOTEL We are open for business! local CR number +506 2653 1238 International 1-888-318-7873 VOLCANO BREWING COMPANY BREWERY 3pm-7pm Daily PUEBLO DORADO SURF HOTEL Opening June... --- > Join us to help support the most affected families in the Tamarindo area. Your donations make a real difference. - Published: 2020-04-27 - Modified: 2025-06-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/donation/ Make A Donation Help support the most affected families in the Tamarindo area in this time of need. This Donation Basket is an approximate 1-month supply of food and household items. 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Cash donations of ANY AMOUNT are also greatly appreciated. Thank you! Message --- - Published: 2020-01-28 - Modified: 2022-12-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/demo-center/ Surf Like a Pro at the Witch's Rock Demo Center - Tons of Surfboards Available to Rent and Buy! https://youtu. be/yGuK_qTYNq8Hey there surfers! Are you looking for a new surfboard to ride in the Tamarindo area? Well, look no further because the Witch’s Rock Demo Center is the place to be. Located directly across the street from our surf shop, this amazing spot has a huge selection of surfboards available for rent and sale. Whether you’re a beginner, an experienced surfer looking to try something new, or somewhere in between, the Witch’s Rock Demo Center has the perfect board for you. With a variety of shapes and sizes, you can find the perfect board that fits your style and skill level. If you’re a beginner and looking to take your first steps into surfing, then the Witch’s Rock Demo Center is the perfect place to start! There are a variety of beginner-friendly boards available that are designed to help you learn how to surf. The boards are stable, easy to maneuver, and most importantly, fun! The staff at the Demo Center will be more than happy to help you select the perfect board to get started. Are you an experienced surfer looking to try something new? The Witch’s Rock Demo Center has you covered! With a wide selection of advanced boards, you can push your surfing to the next level. From mini-mals to longboards, the Demo Center has a board for every style and skill level. The staff at the Demo Center are knowledgeable and can help you find the perfect board for your needs. So if you’re surfing in the Tamarindo area and need a quality surfboard, head on over to the Witch’s Rock Demo Center and check out the huge selection of boards available for rent or sale. With a variety of shapes and sizes, the perfect board is waiting for you! Firewire Baked Potato Firewire Chumlee Firewire Dominator Firewire Evo Tomo FRK Tomo Gama Firewire Go Fish Firewire Greedy Beaver Tomo Sci-fi Tomo SKX Firewire Spitfire Firewire Taylor Jensen Firewire The Gem Tomo No Brainer Firewire Special T Firewire ADDvance Contact Us --- > The World's Best Guide for Surfing in Tamarindo Costa Rica, surf spots description and information | Witch's Rock Surf Camp. - Published: 2019-04-08 - Modified: 2025-06-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/best-guide-for-surfing-tamarindo/ The World's Best Surf Guide for Surfing in Tamarindo Capitán Suizo Located on the south end of Tamarindo, this unique wave offers wedie lefts and rights and can even be fun for advanced surfers on a big swell. With its unique orientation and protective point to the south, Capitán Suizo can be glassy while other spots are blown out More Spot Info Isla Capitán Are you a kamikaze surfer looking for adventure and raw ocean power? Isla Capitán is a deep water surf spot right offshore of Tamarindo that offers a long, pinwheeling left hander and a cyclops style right hand slab that you would hesitate to even mindsurf. More Spot Info Henry's Right A fickle right hander that turns on with a solid NW swell. This right hander offers a quick barrel takeoff to a nice walled up line for wrapping turns. More Spot Info Henry's Left A fickle wave that can be really fun with the right conditions. This wave breaks over shallow rocks and offers racey left handers with very few surfers. More Spot Info Pico Grande Tamarindo’s premier slab wave reserved for advanced surfers. When the swell gets big, this wave can offer a quick, intense ride with a behind-the-rock takeoff. More Spot Info Pico Pequeño Just inside of Pico Grande is it's little brother, Pico Pequeño. This is Tamarindo's ultimate novelty wave. Imagine a white water roll in to fast, wedging shorebreak. The Tamarindo groms love this spot. More Spot Info Tamarindo Beach Break Are you looking for the best beginner beach in Costa Rica? Tamarindo’s beach break is ideal if you’re looking to learn the fundamentals in a safe environment. More Spot Info Tamarindo Rivermouth The rivermouth in Tamarindo can get good... VERY GOOD. When all the elements align, you will find 200 meter cylindrical right-hand barrels over a shallow sandbar breaking right in front of Witch's Rock Surf Camp. More Spot Info Casitas A semi-secret wave with a local vibe and fun, mellow surf. Casitas offers an A-frame peak for all levels and the surf craft of your choice. More Spot Info Palm Beach Looking avoid the agro crowds and catch a mellow session with your buddies? Palm Beach in Playa Grande offers fun, sizable waves in the center of this beautiful white-sand beach. More Spot Info Playa Grande (main peak) Famous for offshore winds, open lines, and double-up barrel sections, Playa... --- > Welcome to the Get Out and SURFING podcast, brought to you by Joe Walsh in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. We talk about surfing in Costa Rica. - Published: 2019-03-01 - Modified: 2024-07-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/podcast/ About this Costa Rica Surfing Podcast Welcome to the Get Out and SURF podcast, brought to you by Joe Walsh in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Join us as we talk about surfing in Costa Rica and taking surf trips to awesome destinations. Listen to interviews with surf industry veterans and seasoned surf travelers. Learn surf tips from surfing experts. Email any questions or comments to getoutandsurfCR@gmail. comI'll see you surfing, pura vida! Joe Walsh contact us now contact (1) "*" indicates required fields First Name* Last Name* Email* Phone2* CommentsEmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Δ Call us or fill this form and we will get back to you quickly, usually within a couple of hours. Our Reservations Office is available 7 days/week to answer all of your questions and book your surf trip. CALL NOW 1-888-318-7873 SURFER AGENTS ON DUTY Email: reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. comUS/Canada: 1-888-318-7873Surf Camp Front Desk: +506-2653-1238 --- > Join us at Witch's Rock Surf Camp! Thanks for getting on board, and enjoy newsletters tailored for your surfing adventures. - Published: 2019-02-15 - Modified: 2025-06-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/newsletter-signup-thank-you/ Thanks for getting on board with Witch's Rock Surf Camp! We send about 3 newsletters monthly and promise not to blow up your inbox. Our reservations office is open 7 days a week with surfer agents on duty. Ask about availability, the camp, the town of Tamarindo, etc. We can even give you an up-to-the-minute surf report. Call us toll free at 1-888-318-7873. Pura Vida! --- > Thank you for reaching out! Your message is received, and the Contact Thank You Page has resources to enhance your trip. - Published: 2019-01-04 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/contact-thank-you-page/ You're One Step Closer to Your Dream Surf Trip! Thanks for reaching out! Our team is reviewing your message and will be in touch soon. In the meantime, here’s how you can start getting stoked for your trip! See the Waves Right Now! Check out the current surf conditions in Tamarindo with our live beach cam! Watch the Live Surf Cam Now Listen to the WRSC Podcast! "Our podcast features surf tips, travel advice, and stories from WRSC guests and pros! Listen to an Episode Get Inspired – Watch Our Surf Videos! See what it’s like to surf at Witch’s Rock and get hyped for your trip! Watch WRSC in Action Connect with Our Surf Community! Follow us for daily surf updates, guest stories, and exclusive offers! Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok --- > Learn everything about the Las Palmeras Playa Grande Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - Published: 2018-10-25 - Modified: 2025-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/palmeras-playa-grande-surf-spot/ Las Palmeras - Playa Grande Wave Quality: Average - Good (6. 5 / 10)Ideal Swell Direction: SSW (185 - 205)Ideal Wave Height: Waist high - head highBest Wind Direction: Light offshore Best Tide: Mid - highRequired Experience: Intermediate- advancedBest Board: Longboard, funboard, fish, shortboardBottom: SandyCrowd: LightWave Power: (6. 5 / 10)Best time of the year: July - August and December - April Las Palmeras - Playa Grande Location - The Las Palmeras surf break is located within the Las Baulas National Park and can be found at the northern end of Playa Grande, about 200 meters north of the main surf peak at Playa Grande. Las Palmeras is recognizable by a cluster of tall, shady palm trees growing on the beach right in front of the surf spot. From the Tamarindo beach break, Las Palmeras is about 2. 5 km to the north. Return to Surf Map Wave Type / Quality - Left & Right Beach break (6. 5 / 10) Average - GoodLas Palmeras along Playa Grande’s coastline receives more swell energy than Tamarindo on Southerly swells. Although not as big at the main peak, you can generally find rideable, powerful waves with decent shape. There are a few closeouts to deal with, but you can always pick off some lined-up waves and rides up to 100 meters with a much smaller crowd. The same outside rocks that cross up the waves at the main peak will send an offshooting wedge through the line up at Las Palmeras offering the occasional A-frame peak and tube section. The wave is not as peaky as the main break; generally quick running lines. Ideal Swell Direction - SSW (185 - 205)All of the surf spots in Playa Grande will receive any swell with a southerly direction (180 - 230), but the ideal angle for wave shape Las Palmeras is about the same at the main peak (in the SSW direction). Ideal Wave Height - Waist - head highSimilar to the main peak, Las Palmeras works best with a medium sized swell in the waist - head high range. Granted, when Las Palmeras is head high, the main peak in Playa Grande is generally well overhead. Less energy makes it to Palmeras as most of the southerly energy is refracted towards the main peak. In the waist to head high range, the wave has the best shape with less closeouts. Best Wind... --- > Learn everything about the Playa Grande Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - Published: 2018-10-25 - Modified: 2025-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-spot/ Playa Grande - Main Peak Wave Quality: Very good (8 / 10)Ideal Swell Direction: SSW (185°- 205°)Ideal Wave Height: Chest high - slightly overheadBest Wind Direction: Light offshoreBest Tide: Mid tideRequired Experience: AdvancedBest Board: Fish, shortboardBottom: SandyCrowd: Moderate - HeavyWave Power: (7. 5 / 10)Best time of the year: July - August and December - April Playa Grande - Main Peak Location - The main peak in Playa Grande is located within the Las Baulas National Park, approximately 200 meters south of the Las Palmeras surf break and about 1 km north of the Palm Beach surf break. The wave is located just south of where Playa Grande's main access road ends at the ocean. There is a 2-story wooden structure on the beach just north of the main peak. Return to Surf Map Wave Type / Quality -Left & Right beach break (8 / 10) Very GoodWith the majority of swells coming from the South Pacific, Playa Grande’s main peak is perfectly oriented to receive maximum energy. As the swells reach the shoreline, they are crossed up by a few rock piles offshore that give the wave some extra shape. The wave can range from square, double-up barrels to semi-walled almond shaped barrels at the higher tides. The main peak is known for several reforming sections as you ride towards the beach. Sometimes you will catch a mushy wave out the back and it will stand up on the inside and hollow out. Ideal Swell Direction - SSW (185°- 205°)Although Playa Grande’s main peak will receive any swell with a southerly direction (180° - 230°), the ideal angle for wave shape is SSW (185° - 205°). The offshore rockpile will refract the waves to perfectly form a wedging A-frame peak when it hits the sandbar. Storms with an angle of 185° - 205° are found anywhere from the central South Pacific to the west coast of South America. Ideal Wave Height - Chest high - slightly overheadGranted, you can catch some fun days in the waist - stomach high range at the main peak, but the very best size is from chest high to slightly overhead. At this size, the wave offers multiple peaks, long tapered walls, big barrels, speedy wedges, and perfect sections for carves, snaps, and airs. When the wave gets bigger than about 7 foot on the face, there are more close-outs to deal with,... --- > Learn everything about the Palm Beach Playa Grande Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - Published: 2018-10-25 - Modified: 2025-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/palm-beach-playa-grande-surf-spot/ Palm Beach - Playa Grande Wave Quality: Average (5 / 10)Ideal Swell Direction: SSW (185° - 200°)Ideal Wave Height: Waist high - shoulder highBest Wind Direction: Light offshoreBest Tide: Mid-highRequired Experience: Beginner - intermediateBest Board: Longboard, funboardBottom: SandyCrowd: Empty - lightWave Power: (6 / 10)Best time of the year: July - August Palm Beach - Playa Grande Location - Palm Beach is located in Playa Grande within the Las Baulas National Park, approximately 1 km south of Playa Grande's main peak and 500 meters north of the Casitas surf break. This wave is also called Pochotes and La Curva. The main peak is found at the sharpest bend along the middle of Playa Grande's bending coastline. Return to Surf Map Wave Type / Quality -Left & Right beach break (5 / 10) AveragePalm Beach along Playa Grande’s coastline receives more swell energy than Tamarindo on Southerly swells. Although not as big at the main peak, you can generally find rideable, powerful waves. The reason for the average rating is because the wave is mostly walled and there are lots of closeouts. Since there are no rocks out the back to refract and bend the incoming swells, many of the waves don’t have the A-frame shape like Playa Grande's main peak. However, if you pick off a nice corner, you can still get a long, fast wave to the beach. Ideal Swell Direction - SSW (185° - 200°)All the surf spots in Playa Grande will receive any swell with a southerly direction (180° - 230°), But the ideal angle for wave shape at Palm Beach is almost straight south from 180° - 200°. With a dramatically southerly swell, the waves have a better chance running along the beach for long, roping left handers. Ideal Wave Height - waist - shoulder highBecause of its tendency to close out, a small - medium swell works best at Palm Beach. While the main peak may be head high - overhead, Palm Beach will remain in the waist - shoulder high range with decent shape. For this reason, many Intermediate surfers love to start at Palm Beach and work their way up the beach to the main peak as they progress. Best Wind Direction - Light offshoreBest wind is light - moderate offshore which can range from NNE to NE to ENE. Playa Grande actually has a huge advantage over many other spots to... --- > Learn everything about the Tamarindo Rivermouth Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - Published: 2018-10-25 - Modified: 2025-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-rivermouth-surf-spot/ Tamarindo Rivermouth Wave Quality: Excellent (8 / 10)Ideal Swell Direction: SW (215° - 230°) NW (280° - 300°)Ideal Wave Height: Chest high - overheadBest Wind Direction: Light offshore Best Tide: LowRequired Experience: Advanced. Best Board: Shortboard , fish, longboardBottom: SandyCrowd: Moderate - heavyWave Power: (8 / 10)Best time of the year: December - April Tamarindo Rivermouth Location - The Tamarindo Rivermouth is located at the mouth of the Tamarindo estuary, along the northern edge of Playa Tamarindo. The main peak is located approximately 300 meters south of the Casitas surf break and 200 meters north of the Tamarindo Beach Break. Return to Surf Map Wave Quality - Excellent right-hand rivermouth (8 / 10)The wave quality of the Tamarindo Rivermouth is highly dependent on the sand bar below. On a year-to-year basis, the sand deposits of the rivermouth will dramatically shift due to the meandering nature of the estuary itself. Some years, the sand will produce a 200 meter pinwheeling barrel while other years the wave is mostly a close-out. When the sandbar is razor edge, be prepared for several thick, makeable barrel sections on 1 wave. Ideal Swell Direction - SW (215° - 230°) NW (280° - 300°)Since the Tamarindo Rivermouth has a due west orientation, there needs to be a fair amount of west in the corresponding swell. A strong storm that flares up in the South Pacific next to New Zealand or in the central South Pacific will send a healthy dose of SW swell. The more ideal situation is during the dry season (November - April) when the North Pacific is active and is sending out XXL swells that hit Hawaii first, and then trickle into Costa Rica a few days later. When this happens, you can expect a steep, northerly swell which sweeps into Tamarindo Bay perfectly for days on end. Ideal Wave Height - Chest high - overheadTamarindo loves a big swell. If there is an XXL southern hemisphere swell, most of the energy will be blocked by Isla Capitan right offshore so Tamarindo will be one of the only beaches on the coast that can handle the energy. While other beaches are double-overhead, Tamarindo will be fun head high +. As for a NW swell, the energy is not blocked by Isla Capitan so Tamarindo will receive the full magnitude of the swell. This is when Tamarindo will get the biggest waves of... --- > Learn everything about the Tamarindo Beach Break Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - Published: 2018-10-25 - Modified: 2025-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-beach-break-surf-spot/ Tamarindo Beach Break Wave Quality: Average (4 / 10)Ideal Swell Direction: SW (215° - 230°) NW (280° - 300°)Ideal Wave Height: Waist high - chest highBest Wind Direction: Light offshoreBest Tide: Mid - high tideRequired Experience: Beginner - IntermediateBest Board: Soft top, LongboardBottom: SandyCrowd: Moderate - HeavyWave Power: (4 / 10)Best time of the year: July & August Tamarindo Beach Break Location - The Tamarindo beach break is located right in the center of Tamarindo, approximately 200 meters south of the Tamarindo Rivermouth and 150 meters north of Pico Grande and Pico Pequeño. The Tamarindo beach break consists of a few scattered peaks that break directly in front of Witch's Rock Surf Camp and the Tamarindo beach parking lot. Playa Tamarindo is one of the original surf towns in Costa Rica made famous by Bruce Brown’s The Endless Summer 2. Return to Surf Map Wave Type / Quality - Left & Right beach break (4 / 10) AverageWith a mostly flat sandy bottom and nothing to break up the incoming swell, the Tamarindo beach break is generally a close out. Granted, the wave can have fun shape during a swell with multiple directions or a shorter period wind swell, but overall, this wave is for beginners or low end intermediates. As a beginner riding the white water, this wave is perfect since the take-off is easy and there is a soft sandy bottom underneath. Every so often, there is a nice, fast left hander that makes its way through the line-up, but you need to be quick if you want to beat the sections. Ideal Swell Direction - SW (215° - 230°) NW (280° - 300°)Since the Tamarindo beach break has a due west orientation, there needs to be a fair amount of west in the corresponding swell. A strong storm that flares up in the South Pacific next to New Zealand or in the central South Pacific will send a healthy dose of SW swell. The beach break will also receive NW swells during the dry season (November - April) when the North Pacific is activated. Ideally, a combination of swell angles will give the wave the best shape. Ideal Wave Height - Waist - chest highSince this wave is mostly a close-out, big surf here is generally unmakeable. The best size is in the waist - chest high range. Best Wind Direction - Light offshoreBest wind is... --- > Learn everything about the Pico Grande Tamarindo Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - Published: 2018-10-25 - Modified: 2025-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pico-grande-tamarindo-surf-spot/ Pico Grande - Playa Tamarindo Wave Quality: Good (7. 5 / 10)Ideal Swell Direction: SW (215° - 230°) NW (280° - 300°)Ideal Wave Height: Chest high - overheadBest Wind Direction: Light offshoreBest Tide: Mid - highRequired Experience: AdvancedBest Board: ShortboardBottom: Rock / reefCrowd: ModerateWave Power: (8 / 10)Best time of the year: July - August Pico Grande - Playa Tamarindo Location - Pico Grande is located in the center of Tamarindo, approximately 150 meters south of the Tamarindo Beach Break and breaks just outside of the Pico Pequeño surf spot. Pico Grande is marked by a lava-thumb reef that jets out into the ocean. Return to Surf Map Wave Type / Quality - Right-hand slab ( 7. 5 / 10) GoodPico Grande is Tamarindo’s best right-hand slab wave which can produce a big barrel on the take off followed by 1 or 2 smackable sections. The wave comes out of deep water and then hits a shallow rock / reef which stands the wave up immediately and gurgles on the takeoff. The wave is only about 50 meters long but what it lacks in length, it makes up for in power and speed. Ideal Swell Direction - SW (215° - 230°) NW (280° - 300°)Since Pico Grande has a due west orientation, there needs to be a fair amount of west in the corresponding swell. A strong storm that flares up in the South Pacific next to New Zealand or in the central South Pacific will send a healthy dose of SW swell. Pico Grande will also shine on NW swells during the dry season (November - April) when the North Pacific is activated. Ideal Wave Height - Chest high - overheadIf the swell is any smaller than chest high, Pico Grande will not work. There needs to be a medium - large swell running for the wave to break on the reef. Even when the swell is overhead, the underwater reef will offer consistent shape and a recognizable channel to the immediate south. Best Wind Direction - Light offshoreBest wind is light - moderate offshore which can range from NNE to NE to ENE. Tamarindo actually has a huge advantage over many other spots to the south because the wind will stay offshore longer. Since Tamarindo is located closer to Lake Nicaragua, the wind will stay offshore here all day while many spots to the south turn onshore... --- > Learn everything about the Pico Pequeno Tamrindo Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - Published: 2018-10-25 - Modified: 2025-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pico-pequeno-tamarindo-surf-spot/ Pico Pequeño - Playa Tamarindo Wave Quality: Average (6 / 10)Ideal Swell Direction: SW (215° - 230°)Ideal Wave Height: Waist high - shoulder highBest Wind Direction: Light and variable Best Tide: HighRequired Experience: Advanced Beginner - Advanced. Best Board: Soft-top, Longboard, Funboard, FishBottom: Mostly sand with some reefCrowd: Moderate - HeavyWave Power: (6 / 10)Best time of the year: July & August Pico Pequeño - Playa Tamarindo Location – Pico Pequeño is located in the center of Tamarindo, approximately 150 meters south of the Tamarindo Beach Break and breaks just inside of the Pico Grande surf spot. Pico Pequeño is the reform wave that breaks into the shore after initially exploding on the outside lava-thumb reef known as Pico Grande. Return to Surf Map Wave Type / Quality - Wedging beach break (6 / 10) AveragePico Pequeño is a fun reform wave that sits just on the inside of Pico Grande. The lava thumb reef will refract the outside wave into a reforming A-frame wedge that breaks close to the beach. This is considered a local’s favorite because of the consistent shape and surprising power. Even though the wave offers power and good shape, it is rare to catch this wave over shoulder high, which is why this spot falls into the average category. Ideal Swell Direction - SW (215° - 230°) Since Pico Pequeño has a due west orientation, there needs to be a fair amount of west in the corresponding swell. A strong storm that flares up in the South Pacific next to New Zealand or in the central South Pacific will send a healthy dose of SW swell. Ideal Wave Height - Waist - shoulder highSince this wave is created from a reforming, already broken wave, much of the energy is lost beforehand. It is very rare that the wave will be bigger than shoulder high, even if other standout spots in the area are double overhead. In all honesty, the bigger the swell, the better when it comes to Pico Pequeno. Best Wind Direction - Light & VariableWind direction is not so important at Pico Pequeño. As long as the wind is light, the wave will remain semi clean with open lines. It is common that clean-up sets will wash through the line up and keep the inside conditions fairly clean. Ideally, you want light offshore winds which can be any variation of East. Rubber?... --- > Learn everything about the Henry's Left Tamarindo Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - Published: 2018-10-25 - Modified: 2025-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/henrys-left-tamarindo-surf-spot/ Henry's Left - Playa Tamarindo Wave Quality: Average (6 / 10)Ideal Swell Direction: SW (215° - 230°) NW (280° - 305°)Ideal Wave Height: Chest - head highBest Wind Direction: Light offshore Best Tide: HighRequired Experience: Advanced. Best Board: Soft-top, longboard, funboard , fish, shortboardBottom: Lava reefCrowd: LightWave Power: (5. 5 / 10)Best time of the year: July - August or December - March Henry's Left - Playa Tamarindo Location - Henry's Left is located in the center of Tamarindo, approximately 200 meters south of Pico Grande and Pico Pequeño and approximately 50 meters north of Henry's Right. Henry's Left breaks just past the southern edge of the Tamarindo Diria hotel. Return to Surf Map Wave Type / Quality - Left-hand reefbreak ( 5 / 10) AverageHenry’s left sits on a lava thumb reef to the south of Pico Grande / Pequeño. The reef is triangular shaped and there is actually a right hander on the other side (see Henry’s right). The left is a quick, down-the-line wave with shallow boil sections along the way. With too much size, the wave will close out so this really limits the wave quality rating. Ideal Swell Direction - SW (215° - 230°) NW (280° - 305°)As we move further south along the beach, the window to the South Pacific begins to tighten and only large SW swells along with NW swells will light up Henry’s left. If the swell is too southerly (less than 210°) very little energy will be able to get past Isla Capitan directly offshore. Ideal Wave Height - Chest - head highHenry’s left will start working at chest high. Any smaller and the wave will be breaking right on top of the rocks. If the wave is much bigger than head high, the swell will close out and not peel along the reef. Best Wind Direction - Light offshoreBest wind is light - moderate offshore which can range from NNE to NE to ENE. Best wind is light - moderate offshore which can range from NNE to NE to ENE. Tamarindo actually has a huge advantage over many other spots to the south because the wind will stay offshore longer. Since Tamarindo is located closer to Lake Nicaragua, the wind will stay offshore here all day while many spots to the south turn onshore around 10am. During the dry season (Dec - April) the offshore winds can be... --- > Learn everything about the Henry's Right Tamarindo Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - Published: 2018-10-25 - Modified: 2025-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/henrys-right-tamarindo-surf-spot/ Henry's Right - Playa Tamarindo Wave Quality: Average (5. 5 / 10)Ideal Swell Direction: NW (280° - 305°)Ideal Wave Height: Chest high - slightly overheadBest Wind Direction: Light offshoreBest Tide: HighRequired Experience: Advanced. Best Board: Soft-top, longboard, funboard, fish, shortboardBottom: Rock / reef / sandCrowd: LightWave Power: (6. 5 / 10)Best time of the year: December - March Henry's Right - Playa Tamarindo Location - Henry's Right is located in the center of Tamarindo, approximately 100 meters south of Henry's Left and 500 meters north of the Capitán Suizo surf break. Henry's Right breaks just south of the Tamarindo Diria Hotel and just north of Nogui's Restaurant. Return to Surf Map Wave Type / Quality - Right-hand reefbreak (5. 5 / 10) AverageHenry’s right sits on a lava thumb reef to the south of Pico Grande / Pico Pequeño. The reef is triangular shaped and there is actually a left hander on the other side (see Henry’s left). The right is a quick hollow takeoff over rocks and then flattens out as the wave moves away from the reef. As the wave gets closer to the beach, there is one last smackable section before finishing on the beach. Ideal Swell Direction - NW (280° - 305°)As we move even further south along Playa Tamarindo, the SW swell window almost closes off completely and NW swells (280° - 305°) are the only events that bring worthwhile surf to this spot. Plus, the NW angle gives the wave better shape as it is a right hander and peels in the same direction. Ideal Wave Height - Chest - slightly overheadHenry’s right will start working at about chest high. Under chest high, the wave breaks right on top of the rocks and can be dangerous and not worth the effort. The wave can actually handle decent size as there is a deep channel to the south side of the rock/ reef. A head high wave will offer a slabbing barrel on the take off and then a flat section for a cutback, and then an final close-out end section. Best Wind Direction - Light offshoreBest wind is light - moderate offshore which can range from NNE to NE to ENE. Tamarindo actually has a huge advantage over many other spots to the south because the wind will stay offshore longer. Since Tamarindo is located closer to Lake Nicaragua, the wind will stay... --- > Learn everything about the Casitas Playa Grande Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - Published: 2018-10-25 - Modified: 2025-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/casitas-playa-grande-surf-spot/ Casitas - Playa Grande Wave Quality: Average ( 6. 5/ 10)Ideal Swell Direction: SW (215 - 230) NW (280 - 300)Ideal Wave Height: waist high - head highBest Wind Direction: ENE Best Tide: Mid-highRequired Experience: Beginner - Advanced. Best Board: Longboard, Funboard, FishBottom: SandyCrowd: ModerateWave Power: (4. 5 / 10)Best time of the year: July & August Casitas - Playa Grande Location - Casitas is located in Playa Grande within the Las Baulas National Park, approximately 500 meters south of the Palm Beach surf break and 300 meters north of the Tamarindo Rivermouth surf break. There used to be a small shack (casita) on the beach marking the peak, but it has recently been washed away with a heavy rainy season. You should be able to see an uncompleted hotel within the mangroves that only has the grey-work complete. From the water, line yourself up with this landmark. Return to Surf Map Wave Quality -Average - Good (6. 5 / 10)Casitas, located along Playa Grande’s southern coastline, receives just a touch more swell size than Tamarindo on southerly swells. Since most of the swells come from a southern direction, some of the energy is shadowed by Isla Capitan, a small island right offshore of Tamarindo. There is a rockpile about 100 meters outside of the takeoff zone which will create a uniform left and right A-frame peak. There is also a sweeping right hander about 100 meters to the north of the A-frame. Ideal Swell Direction - SW (215 - 230) NW (280 - 300)Since Casitas has a due west orientation, there needs to be a fair amount of west in the corresponding swell. A strong storm that flares up right next to New Zealand or in the central South Pacific will send a healthy dose of SW swell. During the dry season, a giant North Pacific storm will send a noticeable pulse of NW energy that trickles into Casitas. Ideal Wave Height - Waist high - head highCasitas really loves a medium - large swell. While other breaks may be well overhead, Casitas will remain fun in the chest - head high range with open lines. Since most of the southerly energy is blocked by the offshore island, there needs to be a better-than-average swell on hand if you want to ride anything other than a longboard or funboard. When there is a very large swell, Casitas can... --- > Learn everything about the Isla Capitan Tamarindo Surf Spot in our comprehensive Surf Spot Guide & Map. - Published: 2018-10-25 - Modified: 2025-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/isla-capitan-tamarindo-surf-spot/ Isla Capitán - Playa Tamarindo Wave Quality: Average (7. 5 / 10)Ideal Swell Direction: SW (180° - 230°) NW (280° - 305°)Ideal Wave Height: Overhead - Double OverheadBest Wind Direction: Very light offshore Best Tide: Low tideRequired Experience: Advanced - KamikazeBest Board: Step up board, big wave gunBottom: Rock / reefCrowd: EmptyWave Power: (9 / 10)Best time of the year: July - August and December - March Isla Capitán - Playa Tamarindo Location - If you’ve ever visited the area, you’ve for sure seen the deserted island right offshore and maybe even daydreamed about paddling out there. That Island is called Isla Capitán. Isla Capitán is located about 1 km southwest from the Tamarindo Beach Break and about 400 meters west from the Capitán Suizo surf break. Isla Capitán is somewhat of a mysto-spot that is rarely surfed but can get very good. Return to Surf Map Wave Type / Quality - Left and Right Reef Break (7. 5 / 10) GoodIsla Capitan has a right-hand slabbing wave on the south side of the island and a long, pinwheeling left hander on the north side of the island. Many people have daydreamed of surfing the right-hand slab, but it is mostly unsurfable as there is a dry reef section that pops up mid way down the wave. The left is a little bit more popular and has been surfed by a few kamikaze locals on monster swells. Neither of the waves are perfect, but they offer plenty of raw ocean power. Ideal Swell Direction - SW (180° - 230°) NW (280° - 305°)Since Isla Capitán sits just outside of Tamarindo Bay, the swell window is wide open. Straight South swells along with steep North swells will directly impact the island. Ideal Wave Height - Overhead - Double Overhead. Don’t even bother trying to surf Isla Capitan if the swell is medium sized. In order for the waves to work, there needs to be one of the top 5 swells of the year happening. If the swell is not overhead, the waves will break on top of the rocks and not be surfable. Best Wind Direction - Very light offshoreBest wind is very light offshore which can range from NNE to NE to ENE. If the wind is blowing too strong offshore, there will actually be little ripples going in the opposite direction of the swell which can make for... --- > Learn everything about the Capitan Suizo Tamarindo Surf Spot in our comprehensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide & Map. Ready to surf Costa Rica? - Published: 2018-10-24 - Modified: 2025-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/capitan-suizo-tamarindo-surf/ Capitán Suizo - Playa Tamarindo Wave Quality: Average (6. 5 / 10)Ideal Swell Direction: SW (215° - 230°) NW (280° - 305°)Ideal Wave Height: Thigh high - head highBest Wind Direction: E / ESE / SEBest Tide: Mid-highRequired Experience: Beginner - advanced. Best Board: Soft-top, longboard, funboard, fish, shortboardBottom: Sand and a few rocksCrowd: Moderate - heavyWave Power: (5 / 10)Best time of the year: July - August and December - March Capitán Suizo - Playa Tamarindo Location - The Capitán Suizo surf break is located at the far south end of Playa Tamarindo, approximately 500 meters south of Henry's Right. The main waves break at Capitán Suizo right before the beach ends and the rocks begin to form along the shore. Return to Surf Map Wave Type / Quality - Left and right beach break (6 / 10) Average - GoodCapitan Suizo has an interesting set up. It is located directly inside of the offshore Island, Isla Capitan. This unique location allows incoming swells to wrap in from both sides of the island and wedge up for user-friendly waves with open lines and long rides. The wave does not barrel much, but it will reform several times and can offer a mellow ride up to 200 meters on it's best days. Ideal Swell Direction - SW (215° - 230°) NW (280° - 305°)At the southernmost point of Tamarindo, a SW swell will sneak through the gap between Isla Capitan and the south point of Tamarindo bay. Capitan Suizo also has a favorable orientation to receive steep NW swells (280° - 305°). Ideal Wave Height - thigh - head highCapitan Suizo can range from a beginner’s mecca on small swells to a rippable, walled up leg-burner that even advanced surfers can enjoy on bigger swells. The wave has very fun, non-threatening shape and open lines no matter the swell size. When the swell gets in the head high range, it breaks pretty far out. Best Wind Direction - E / ESE / SEOne of the best characteristics about Capitan Suizo is the unique, West-Northwest orientation of the beach and that the surf spot is adjacent to a protective point to the south. Many times when the wind turns south, every other spot will be blown out and sideshore while Capitan Suizo remains protected and somewhat offshore. Rubber? - Yes (December - April)Bring some rubber especially if the winds have... --- > Privacy Policy. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected | Tamarindo Costa Rica - Published: 2018-10-04 - Modified: 2024-12-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/privacy-policy/ Privacy Policy This privacy policy sets out how Witch’s Rock Surf Camp uses and protects any information that you give Witch’s Rock Surf Camp when you use this website. 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Thanks for contacting us, check your email for the details. - Published: 2018-09-29 - Modified: 2025-06-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/thank-volcano-beer/ Thank you. Check your email inbox for a coupon for a free beer pint. --- > Learn the story about Witch's Rock Surf Camp, how we started by driving a school bus from San Diego to Tamarindo in 2001 and never looked back. - Published: 2018-09-27 - Modified: 2024-10-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrsc-history/ Meet the Founder of Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Costa Rica Joe WalshFounder, Witch's RockSurf CampMy name is Joe Walsh, I’m the founder of Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Witch’s Rock was born from a dream that turned into a reality. In 2001 we drove a school bus from San Diego to Tamarindo to start the best Costa Rica surf camp and here it is. My goal is to provide you with a great place to stay, fun waves to ride, and the chance to make lifelong friendships. I hope to see you in the water. Pura vida! how the best surf camp in costa rica began We drove a school bus from San Diego to Tamarindo in 2001 to start the world's best surf camp... My name is Joe Walsh, I’m the founder and owner of Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, and I’m here to tell you that if I can do this, you can do anything. Ever since I was a kid, all I wanted to do was live on the beach and go surfing. This is a great dream in high school, but when you’re out of college and job hunting, there aren’t any job offers for “Surf Bum”. Perplexed but not deterred, I decided to build the world’s greatest surf camp, exactly the kind of place I would want if I was going on a surf vacation. This way I could surf forever and call it a job! The dream of Witch’s Rock Surf Camp came to life. By January 2001 I had convinced 9 of my friends (including my dad and my girlfriend, now my wife) to join me and we drove a school bus from San Diego, California surfing all the way through Mexico and Central America, finally arriving to Tamarindo, Costa Rica a month later. We rented a shack on the beach that we could barely afford. We rented tents sitting on dirt with rocks and fire ants. We had good food and cheap beer. We had great vibes. But best of all, at a time when Tamarindo was tiny and we were considered to be “out of town”, we were sitting on Tamarindo’s multiple surf breaks located right out in front, having the times of our lives getting barrels and surfing our brains out. Longer Answer: I guess you could say we got lucky. Or you could say we worked really... --- > Join the ultimate solo surf trip in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Beachfront hotel, expert coaching, great waves, and a fun social vibe for single travelers. - Published: 2018-09-27 - Modified: 2025-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/single-traveler-the-best-solo-surf-trips-in-costa-rica/ The Best Surf Camp in Costa Rica for Solo Travelers Traveling solo? Join Witch’s Rock Surf Camp for the ultimate solo surf trip in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Stay at our beachfront hotel, improve your surfing with expert coaching, and connect with like-minded travelers in a fun and welcoming environment. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced surfer, you'll feel right at home here. Start Planning Your Solo Surf Trip Featured By "I absolutely LOVED my experience with Witch’s Rock Surf Camp! ! As a single traveler, I was a bit nervous and anxious about what to expect. Every part of the trip was incredibly thought out. I never felt alone and everyone I met was incredibly open and friendly. Mateo was an AMAZING instructor who made every lesson fun and exciting and always made me feel safe. His passion for the sport truly shines in his instructing abilities. " Kimberly Klave March 24, 2023 What Type of Solo Traveler are you? Whether you’re a social butterfly looking to make friends at every corner or a seasoned wave hunter looking to eat, surf, sleep, repeat, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp has accommodations to meet your needs. Our Single Queen Tiki Rooms provide a perfect balance of comfort and privacy, allowing you to stay at the main site with your own private space. For a bit more, upgrade to the Tiki Balcony Room, featuring a small balcony with a partial ocean view. Or treat yourself to our Beachfront Studio, a 1st-floor room that opens directly to the beach, complete with a deck and chairs for relaxing by the ocean. If you prefer a more laid-back atmosphere, our sister location, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, provides the perfect balance of tranquility and access to the main site’s surf program and social scene. The Best Location Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is located beachfront in Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica. If you’ve never been here, you’ll be surprised to find all the amenities you need for a successful solo trip. Within 10 minutes walking from camp, you’ll fun multiple pharmacies, fresh fruit markets, souvenir shops, yoga studios, gyms, over 50 restaurants, and the best nightlife in Costa Rica. From the moment you land in Liberia International airport (LIR) 1 hour away, you’ll be comfortably transported to the beach. You can also set up non-surfing tours from our front desk like ziplining, ATV tours, snorkeling, fishing charters, and... --- > Want to know more about Witch's Rock Costa Rica Surf Camp in Tamarindo? Check out our comprehensive Frequently Asked Questions. - Published: 2018-09-26 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/frequently-asked-questions/ Costa Rica Surf Camp – Frequently Asked Questions Where is Witch’s Rock? Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is in Tamarindo, in the province of Guanacaste, in Northwest Costa Rica, on the Pacific Ocean. The famous Witch’s Rock surf break is an advanced wave in the heavily protected Santa Rosa National Park, North of Tamarindo, near the Nicaraguan border. It takes about 2 hours to get to the surf spot from our camp in Tamarindo. There are no buildings or commercial development allowed in the National Park (a very good thing) so the best way to get to the break is by boat, which we’ve been doing year-round since 2001. Tamarindo is the vibrant little hub of surfing in Northern Costa Rica, with great waves for surfers of all abilities, over 40 different restaurants, shops, activities, spas, yoga, and easy access to the Liberia Airport (LIR) 1 hour away. What airport should I fly in to? Liberia (LIR) is the closest airport, and should always be the first choice. We offer free shuttle service on Saturdays, and it is only an hour’s drive away. If you arrive on a non-Saturday, we can pick up your whole reservation for $96. Sometimes flights into the capital city of San Jose (SJO) can often be much cheaper, so it is worth checking, and weighing your options. If you decide to fly into San Jose, there are several ways to get to Tamarindo: Regional Airlines: There are regional flights from the San Jose International Airport direct to Tamarindo on the small planes of Sansa Airlines Sansa is often the easiest, since they fly out of the San Jose International Airport. Rates average around $100 per person, each way. Shuttle Vans: We can arrange to pick you up and drop you off in San Jose with one of our vans or a partner company. Vans have the advantage of being able to pick you up day or night (the regional airlines have limited schedules) and are generally cheaper for any group over two people ($300 total cost for the shuttle each way). We’re also happy to combine shuttles with other guests where possible. Buses, Rental Cars, Etc: Of course, we can help coordinate whatever travel you may need. Many guests are coming from somewhere else in Costa Rica, or Central America, or headed off to another location afterwards. Call us at 1-888-318-7873! We’ll give you the... --- > Stay at our beachfront surf camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Enjoy ocean-view rooms, surfboard rentals, two restaurants, a surf shop, and local craft beer. - Published: 2018-09-26 - Modified: 2025-05-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-resort/ Your Beachfront Surf Camp & Hotel in Tamarindo, Costa Rica Stay steps from the waves at our beachfront surf camp and hotel in Tamarindo. Enjoy two restaurants, three bars, a craft microbrewery, and the biggest surf shop in town. Our team takes care of everything so you can focus on surfing and relaxing in Costa Rica. Plan My Surf Trip Now "Witch's Rock is a place for everyone, for all levels of surfers. It's home base for surfing, eating and drinking, hanging out, and connecting with other like-minded travelers. " Beachfront Hotel in Tamarindo Wake up to ocean views and the sound of waves just outside your room. Our hotel offers air conditioning, private bathrooms with hot water, a refreshing swimming pool, and a hearty daily breakfast. You're within walking distance to everything Tamarindo has to offer. Check out our hotel rooms Surf Right Outside Your Door Enjoy fun, consistent waves directly in front of the surf camp. Tamarindo is home to over a dozen surf spots, all within walking distance from your room, perfect for surfers of every level. And there are 12 different Tamarindo surf spots all within walking distance of your hotel room. Fully Stocked Surf Shop Our Witch’s Rock Surf Shop has everything you need to surf in comfort and style. Choose from a full selection of: Surfboards (longboards, shortboards, fishes, fun shapes, and more) Apparel (rashguards, boardshorts, sunglasses, and surf gear) Accessories (fins, leashes, wax, etc. ) Learn to surf, book a boat trip to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point, reserve a sunset catamaran tour, canopy tour, horseback tour, and more. The Biggest Board Rental Selection in Town Choose from Tamarindo’s largest surfboard quiver, including performance boards and beginner-friendly soft tops. You can swap boards as often as you like. Walk-in rentals available by the hour, day, week, or month. View our entire collection of rental surfboards. Eat at Joe’s – Beachfront Diner Since 2001 A classic Costa Rican beachfront surf diner since 2001. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served daily 7am – 10pm. Choose from hearty breakfast dishes and unlimited free coffee included daily with your stay at either of our hotels. Local Costa Rican dishes and southern Californian Mexican surf grub. Check out Eat at Joe's restaurant El Vaquero – Local Favorite for Sunsets & Live Music El Vaquero is Tamarindo’s go-to beachfront hangout. Relax with fresh sushi, casual beach fare, and house-brewed... --- > Book your stay at our beachfront surf hotel in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Enjoy epic waves, expert coaching, and all-level surf packages in one amazing location. - Published: 2018-09-24 - Modified: 2025-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-hotel/ Beachfront Surf Hotel in Tamarindo, Costa Rica Stay at Witch’s Rock Surf Hotel, located right on Tamarindo Beach in Costa Rica. Our oceanfront hotel offers premium amenities, surf packages for all levels, and the best waves just steps from your door. Contact Us Now Looking for the perfect surf hotel for your next beach vacation? Witch’s Rock Surf Camp offers beachfront accommodations right on Tamarindo Beach, just steps from the waves. Our main hotel features 18 rooms, each with air conditioning, a private bathroom with hot water, and a secure safe for your valuables. Many rooms offer ocean views, while others overlook our infinity pool and tropical gardens. We have accommodations for solo travelers, couples, and families. For more space and comfort, choose one of our two penthouse suites, each with a loft, kitchenette, and private rooftop deck—perfect for sunset views over Tamarindo Bay. For a different vibe, stay across the street at Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, a laid-back option with standard rooms and a spacious two-bedroom apartment—ideal for families or small groups. Or check out Joe’s Tiki Hut, our exclusive three-bedroom beachfront apartment featuring three queen beds, a king bed, full kitchen, and private ocean-view balcony. No matter which option you choose, all guests enjoy full access to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp amenities: on-site surf shop, beachfront restaurants, surfboard rentals, guided surf tours, and of course, the best waves in Tamarindo. Courtyard Room 2 Queen Beds. Big rooms downstairs facing our Courtyard & Pool Area. (Max 4 people) Inquire Now Courtyard Room with Balcony 2 queen beds. Big rooms upstairs with balcony and partial ocean views. (Max 4 people) Inquire Now Sunset Room 2 queen beds. Big rooms downstairs with beautiful ocean views. (Max 4 people) Inquire Now Sunset Room with Balcony 2 queen beds. Big rooms upstairs with a nice balcony and beautiful ocean views. (Max 4 people) Inquire Now The Penthouse 2 queen beds, 1 twin in loft, kitchenette. Our two penthouse rooms share a huge rooftop deck with spectacular ocean views. (Max 5 people) Inquire Now Joe's Tiki Hut Three Bedroom Beachfront Apartment, three queen beds, king bed, full kitchen, with private balcony and spectacular ocean views. Inquire Now Beachfront Studio 1 Queen bed Comfy room downstairs with beautiful ocean view (Max 2 people) Inquire Now Tiki Room with Balcony 1 queen bed. Small room with a nice balcony and partial ocean views. Great for... --- > Costa Rica is home to world-class surf. Let Witch’s Rock Surf Camp take you to uncrowded point breaks, beach breaks, and reef waves. - Published: 2018-09-24 - Modified: 2025-05-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/access-to-world-class-waves/ Surf World-Class Breaks in Costa Rica Costa Rica is home to some of the best surf on the planet, and we know exactly where to find it. With warm water year-round and consistent offshore winds, the conditions are ideal. Our experienced guides will take you to world-class waves—without the crowds. Book a Trip to the Best Waves in Costa Rica Explore Costa Rica’s Best Surf Spots with Local Experts Explore Costa Rica’s best surf spots with Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Travel in comfort in our air-conditioned Toyota vans or custom-built boats powered by Yamaha 115hp outboards. With small group sizes and the most experienced local drivers, captains, and surf guides, you’ll enjoy every moment of the journey. No need to rent a car—Tamarindo is fully walkable, and many of the best waves break right in front of our beachfront surf camp. We also provide airport transfers and daily surf tours by van or boat, so you can focus on surfing, not logistics. Our bilingual instructors and guides speak both English and Spanish fluently. They know every detail of the tides, wind patterns, and local surf culture. With their expert insight, you’ll always be in the right place at the right time to score the best waves. Ollie’s Point Beginner to Advanced Surf Break Made famous by Robert August in The Endless Summer 2, Ollie’s Point is one of the best right-hand point breaks in Costa Rica. Approximately 60 km. to the north of Tamarindo, Ollie’s Point is only accessible by boat and is about 2 hours away from Tamarindo. Due to it’s somewhat sheltered location, Ollies needs a big southwest swell and low tide to turn on. When it’s doing it’s thing, surfers can expect 300+ meter rides with barrel sections along the way. Witch’s Rock Intermediate to Advanced Surf Break Witch’s Rock is located in the Santa Rosa National Park approximately 55 km to the North of Tamarindo and is home to some of the best surf in the country. Known as Roca Bruja by the locals, Witch’s Rock was also made famous by The Endless Summer 2. This spot works best with a southwest to northwest swell, mid to high tide, and offshore winds. There are a few different peaks at Witch’s Rock that help spread out the crowd. Witch’s Rock is truly a world-class wave and is reserved for advanced surfers. Playa Grande Intermediate to Advanced... --- > Our Tamarindo surf shop has everything including surfboards, suits and boardshorts, quality sunscreen, surf wax, surf leashes, etc. - Published: 2018-09-21 - Modified: 2024-10-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-shop/ Witch’s Rock Surf Shop Every surfer has their surf shop. A place to call home, a place to get everything they need for a day of surfing, or to just hang out with other surfers and talk about yesterday’s session. Witch’s Rock Surf Shop is your surf shop in Tamarindo, open every day 6AM – 10PM. Contact Us Now Our Tamarindo surf shop has everything including surfboards, suits and boardshorts, quality sunscreen, surf wax, surf leashes, sunglasses, clothing, sandals and more. Surfing legend Robert August is our Ambassador of Surf, you can usually find him hanging out in the surf shop or Eat at Joe’s on most days. He’ll even shape you a custom board if you’d like. Whether you live nearby or you are passing through for some surfing in Tamarindo, our surf shop is your home away from home. Surfboard Rentals Rent a surfboard by the hour, day, week, or month. Take your pick from Tamarindo’s largest selection of longboards, shortsboards, and everything in between. Exchange your rental boards as many times as you like. View our entire collection of rental surfboards. Clothing and Surf Products Board shorts, bikinis, sandals, shades and more from brands including Nixon, Bomber, FCS, Hurley, Dakine, and Von Zipper. You can buy custom Witch’s Rock rash guards, t-shirts, hats, stickers, sweatshirts, beer mugs, and towels. Anything you need for surfing is here too including boards, leashes, and wax. Surf Lessons Teaching people to surf and improving your surfing is what we are all about at Witch’s Rock. We will set you up with the perfect surf lesson program for your skill level and goals. Choose from our beginner and intermediate surf packages. Boat Trips To Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point Surfing Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point is the holy grail of surf tours in Costa Rica. Book your spot or reserve a private boat tour right in our surf shop. You will remember this surf trip for a lifetime. Non Surfing Tours Book a zip-line tour, an estuary tour, a catamaran tour, a sunset cruise, a massage, a yoga class, snorkeling, fishing, horse-back riding, white water rafting, or transportation to local rodeos just to name a few options. Surfing Is Our Passion In January 2001 a California surfer named Joe Walsh embarked on an epic surf trip, driving a school bus from San Diego, California to Tamarindo, Costa Rica and starting Witch’s... --- > Eat at Joe’s is Tamarindo’s famous beachfront surf diner. Open every day since 2001 for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7am – 10pm - Published: 2018-09-21 - Modified: 2024-10-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/eat-at-joes/ Eat At Joe’s Surf Diner Eat at Joe’s is Tamarindo’s famous beachfront surf diner. Open every day since 2001 for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7am – 10pm, choose from hearty breakfast dishes and unlimited free coffee included daily with your stay at either of our hotels. Lunch and dinner items include fresh sushi, local Costa Rican dishes, and southern Californian Mexican surf grub. With a full bar including our craft beers made at our microbrewery, some good music, an open air layout with views of the beautiful Playa Tamarindo, and a laid back vibe, Eat at Joe’s will fill your belly and put you into the pura vida mindset from the moment you sit down. Breakfast All Day Everyday We understand that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, even if eaten in the afternoon or at night. Choose from classic pinto con huevos, banana pancakes, granola with fresh fruit, bacon and egg breakfast sandwich, Tamarindo’s best waffle, and more. Great Food and Drink Fish tacos. Big burgers. Fresh sushi. Nachos as big as your ass. Craft beer. Sunday Brunch. Free wifi. Surf movies. Great vibes. Open daily 7AM – 10PM. Sunset Happy Hour 4-7pm Every Day Watch the best sunset in Tamarindo while sipping a frosty beverage and enjoying great food and great vibes. --- > El Vaquero Brewpub is Tamarindo’s local favorite beach hangout. Keep an eye on the waves while eating lunch and dinner. - Published: 2018-09-21 - Modified: 2024-12-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/el-vaquero-brewpub/ El Vaquero Brewpub El Vaquero Brewpub is Tamarindo’s local favorite beach hangout and open daily until 12am. Keep an eye on the waves while eating lunch and dinner, enjoying some cold beers from our on-site microbrewery Volcano Brewing Company. Listen to live music every Saturday and Sunday afternoon while letting the kids run free at our family-friendly restaurant. You might just decide you found your new favorite beach spot in Tamarindo. BEST LOCATION You can’t any closer to the beach and the surf. Watch the some of the world’s most beautiful sunsets or sit under the stars at night while digging your toes in the sand. Find ample parking in the adjoining beach parking lot. This is where you want to be. GREAT FOOD GREAT BEER Feast on classic BBQ, jalapeño poppers, gourmet burgers, or something for the kids while you sip a cold drink and enjoy the view. Try the famous IPA, brewed right here in our on-site microbrewery Volcano Brewing Company. LARGE GROUPS WEDDINGS, PARTIES & EVENTS The El Vaquero is a perfect venue for Tamarindo weddings, large groups, corporate retreats, beach parties, surf contests, and other private events. Let us organize everything and bring your special event to life. Reserve Your Private Event The El Vaquero is Tamarindo’s best beach venue for large groups, beach parties, weddings, community events and more. Contact Us Now --- > Hotel Pueblo Dorado in Tamarindo immediately puts you into the Pura Vida Costa Rica mindset from the moment you walk through the front doors. - Published: 2018-09-21 - Modified: 2023-06-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pueblo-dorado/ Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel in Tamarindo, Costa Rica Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel in Tamarindo immediately puts you into the Pura Vida Costa Rica mindset from the moment you walk through the front doors. The open air layout of this Tamarindo hotel presents you with lush tropical flora and fauna, brightly colored murals, cents of fresh Costa Rican coffee and flowers, the feeling of the warm sun and the ocean breeze, and sounds of local wildlife. Once our friendly, bilingual staff helps you to your room, you can feel free to walk to the picturesque Playa Tamarindo, or you can relax, unwind, and enjoy all of our amenities in ou Located a quick three minute walk from our beachfront location, you can take advantage of the surf program packages that we have come to be known for. Please see our Rates page for more information on package pricing or simply contact us and we would love to help out! Tamarindo hotel including: Swimming Pool Complimentary high-speed WIFI Cable TV Complimentary full breakfast Ideal location 1 minute walk to the beach Concierge Discounts on surf rentals, lessons, etc. Affordable Great customer service Book Your Surf Trip Now contact (1) "*" indicates required fields First Name* Last Name* Email* Phone2* CommentsCommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Δ Call us or fill this form and we will get back to you quickly, usually within a couple of hours. Our Reservations Office is available 7 days/week to answer all of your questions and book your surf trip. CALL NOW 1-888-318-7873 SURFER AGENTS ON DUTY Email: reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com US/Canada: 1-888-318-7873 Surf Camp Front Desk: +506-2653-1238 --- > Find out why visit Tamarindo, a perfect blend of natural beauty, diverse activities, and a welcoming beach town atmosphere. - Published: 2018-09-21 - Modified: 2025-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/location/ What Makes Tamarindo so Special? Playa Tamarindo is a stunning 1. 5 mile stretch of beach situated along the Guanacaste coastline in northwest Costa Rica. Just a one hour drive from the Liberia Airport (LIR), this small yet bustling surf town offers an all-inclusive vacation experience in itself. You won’t need to rent a car here, you can walk to everything including beaches, restaurants, shops, parks, and a wide array of activities. Enjoy the ease, diversity, and beauty of this culturally eclectic and naturally beautiful slice of heaven on Earth. The Perfect Location Our location just north of the equator means Tamarindo receives consistent surf throughout the year from south, west, and north swells. Tamarindo is conveniently located only one hour from the Liberia International Airport (LIR), with multiple airlines offering direct flights to Liberia from the USA, Canada, and Europe, so getting here is oh so easy. Surfing: Our Heart and Soul Tamarindo has multiple surf spots with waves for all levels of surfers right in front of the surf camp. There are also many world-class point breaks, reef breaks, and beach breaks located a short boat or van ride from town. Come surf the famous Witch’s Rock, Ollie’s Point, Playa Avellanas, Playa Grande, and Playa Marbella to name a few. A Natural Paradise Tamarindo’s beaches, ocean and estuary are simply stunning landscapes, it’s no wonder Costa Rica has declared Tamarindo a National Marine Park. Tamarindo is paradise for any nature or animal lover. Witness over 200 species of animals in their natural habitat including howler monkeys, crocodiles, sea turtles, tropical birds, and iguanas. Great People, Great Vibes There is a transcendental beach vibe that permeates all areas of life in Tamarindo. Surfing put this town on the map and attracts likeminded people who appreciate the laid-back beach lifestyle. Create authentic relationships with our friendly staff and make lifelong friendships with the many return guests that already have this place figured out. Cuisine, Shopping and Nightlife Tamarindo is home to many quality local and international restaurants. Shopping for local fashion, souvenirs, and handicraft is a must. Tamarindo nightlife offers affordable drinks with a relaxed vibe, or a more upbeat salsa dancing scene. Most of the establishments in town offer views of the ocean and picturesque sunsets. 88 Degrees Every Single Day The weather in Tamarindo is perfect just about every single day. 88 degrees, sunny skies and warm... --- > What’s the next best thing after surfing? Great beer, of course! Volcano Brewing Company produce high quality craft beer. - Published: 2018-09-21 - Modified: 2024-12-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/volcano-brewing-company/ Volcano Brewing Company What’s the next best thing after surfing? Great beer, of course! We started brewing beer in 2011 with the goal to locally produce high quality craft beer for our surf camp guests and the rest of the Tamarindo community. You can enjoy quality Volcano Brewing craft beers in our beachfront tasting room and our restaurants Eat at Joe’s and El Vaquero. In total, Witch's Rock Surf Camp has 45 taps located throughout the resort serving delicious craft beer. Try our local brews or one of the many other local Costa Rican craft beers on tap. Check out the Volcano Brewing Company facebook page and the Volcano Brewing Company website more info. WITCH’S ROCK PALE ALE This medium bodied, balanced brew is perfect after a surf session, or to cool you down from your day in the sun. Containing tropical, floral, and citrus undertones, this beer is drinkable and refreshing, with a gravity of 4. 5% GATO MALO DARK ALE A traditional southern brown ale with a classic malty taste, this brew contains hints of toasted malt, chocolate, caramel and coffee. Perfect for dark beer lovers, with a 5% gravity. VOLCANO IPA Like the pale ale, but turned up a notch. It still contains the tropical and citrus taste of our pale ale. With a hoppy balance and a 6% gravity. contact us Now contact (1) "*" indicates required fields First Name*Last Name*Email* Phone2*CommentsCommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Δ Our Reservations Office is available 7 days/week to answer all of your questions and book your surf trip. CALL NOW 1-888-318-7873 SURFER AGENTS ON DUTY --- > Discover the top surf packages in Costa Rica at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Stay beachfront, surf every day, and enjoy expert instruction. - Published: 2018-09-21 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-packages/ All-Inclusive Surf Packages in Costa Rica for Every Level Witch’s Rock Surf Camp has been offering unforgettable surf vacations in Costa Rica since 2001. Our all-inclusive packages are designed to help surfers of all levels catch more waves, improve their skills, and enjoy the pura vida lifestyle. Stay in our beachfront hotel in Tamarindo—just steps from the surf—and ride more waves in one week than you thought possible. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced surfer, we have a program that fits your level and goals. Book Your Costa Rica Surf Vacation Featured By SURF PROGRAMS IN COSTA RICA FOR EVERY LEVEL Our surf camp vacations in Costa Rica cater to a variety of travelers and surfers. Whether you're a solo adventurer, a couple, or a group of friends, you'll find the perfect fit with us. We also welcome families with surfers of all abilities, from beginners to advanced. And if you're an experienced surfer seeking the best waves in Costa Rica, you won't be disappointed! Our surf camp is also a great option for large groups, family reunions, and private parties. So, no matter your group size or surfing experience, our surf camp has something for everyone. Beginner Surf School Ready to start surfing? Our beginner surf school program will get you up and riding waves like a pro. Learn to surf today Intermediate Surf Program Intermediate surfers return to our surf camp again and again to improve their skills. You will take your surfing to the next level. Learn about our Intermediate Surfer Program Advanced Surf Tours No need for a rental car, cryptic surf maps, or Spanish lessons. We take you to where the waves are best depending on tides, wind, and swell direction. The absolute best surf tours in Costa Rica Witch’s Rock & Ollie’s Point Witch’s Rock is considered one of Costa Rica’s best surf spots. Made famous by Robert August in the movie Endless Summer II. Learn about Wtich's Rock All of our surfing packages include the following: Airport Transportation to and from Liberia Airport (LIR) We provide FREE transportation to and from Liberia International Airport (LIR) in our air conditioned vans. If you are flying to San Jose, Costa Rica (SJO) we can pick you up for a fee. 7 Nights Hotel Accommodations Stay in our beachfront hotel at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp or at our sister property the Pueblo Dorado... --- - Published: 2018-09-21 - Modified: 2020-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pirate-radio/ Witch’s Rock Pirate Radio – Radios de Costa Rica Every Friday 5pm-7pm Witch’s Rock Surf Camp and Costa Rica’s Radio2 host a live radio show in our restaurant Eat at Joe’s. This program, infamously known as Witch’s Rock Pirate Radio, includes local personalities DJ Evan Luck, Joe Walsh, Robert August, and a handful of local Tamarindo characters as well as guest appearances. Come join us for happy hour specials and good times at Joe’s! Besides playing plenty of sweet Radio2 tracks, listen to our radio show because you’ll get: The Tamarindo surf report The most important Costa Rica news Tamarindo Costa Rica weather Local Tamarindo events --- > Take your surfing to the next level in Costa Rica. Join our guided program with top coaches, boat tours, and perfect waves at Witch’s Rock. - Published: 2018-09-14 - Modified: 2025-06-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/intermediate-surf-program/ Intermediate Coaching and Surf Tours in Costa Rica Take your surfing to the next level with Witch’s Rock’s Intermediate Surf Program in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. You’ll surf perfect waves by boat or van, receive expert in-water coaching, and review your progress daily through video analysis. Whether you’re looking to improve your wave selection, positioning, or technique, our coaches are here to help you break through your plateau and build real confidence in the lineup. Level Up Your Surfing Now Featured By Don’t Just Take Our Word for It See What Our Guests Say Intermediate Surf Program in Tamarindo, Costa Rica Welcome to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in beautiful Tamarindo, Costa Rica. If you're an intermediate surfer ready to take your skills further, our Intermediate Surf Program is designed just for you. Our experienced surf coaches are committed to helping you improve. Each day, you'll head out on guided surf tours by van or boat to the best waves in the area. You'll work on technique, speed, positioning, wave selection, and turns—everything you need to catch more waves and surf with greater confidence. You'll review footage of your sessions with your coach, receive personalized feedback, and leave with a deeper understanding of your surfing. Plus, all videos are yours to take home. But this program is about more than just surfing. You’ll stay in our beachfront hotel, enjoy breakfast each morning, and have unlimited access to our full surfboard quiver. You can also join daily surf seminars covering topics like ocean safety, paddling technique, surf etiquette, board design, and the science behind waves. We even include free transportation to and from Liberia International Airport to make your trip as easy as possible. Since 2001, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp has helped surfers from around the world progress their skills while enjoying an unforgettable surf vacation. Come for a week or more of focused coaching, great waves, and genuine camaraderie. Contact us today to reserve your spot in the Intermediate Surf Program. We’ll see you in the lineup. Surf Tours with Coaching Our Intermediate Coaching Tours run daily and are designed to accelerate your progress. Each session lasts about two hours, and we’ll take you by van or boat to the best nearby surf breaks for your level. You’ll work closely with your coach to improve wave selection, speed, positioning, and turning technique so you can catch more waves and ride them... --- > Plan the ultimate family surf vacation in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Enjoy beachfront lodging, expert coaching, and surf packages for all ages and abilities. - Published: 2018-09-14 - Modified: 2025-05-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/family-surf-vacations/ Family Surf Vacations in Costa Rica for All Ages Witch’s Rock Surf Camp offers the best family surf vacations in Costa Rica. With personalized surf programs for all ages and abilities, it’s the perfect place to create lasting memories together. Enjoy beachfront hotel accommodations, expert surf instruction, and fun experiences everyone can share—whether you’re riding your first wave or cheering each other on from the shore. Start Planning Your Family Surf Trip Featured By Don’t Just Take Our Word for It See What Our Guests Say Family Surf Vacations Families love going on vacation to Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Our beachfront surf resort has ideal conditions for surfing and swimming right out front. Our expert instructors are great with kids and adults. Discover the passion of surfing together and create unforgettable memories in Costa Rica’s surfing paradise. At What Age Can Kids Start Surfing? The Best Location Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is located beachfront in Tamarindo, the best spot for family surf vacations. Located only 1 hour from the Liberia International Airport, right on the beach, and close to everything. Surf and swim directly in front of the resort, with gentle waves that break over a sandy bottom. Walk to shops and restaurants, no rental car required. Ideal For Surfing Playa Tamarindo is ideal for surfers of all levels, with forgiving waves that build confidence and help you improve. Intermediate and advanced surf spots are located right around the corner. Enjoy 300+ days/year of sunshine, predominant offshore winds, and warm 80°F water. Safe and Secure Safety is our #1 priority. Witch's Rock surf Camp sponsors the Tamarindo Lifeguard Program, with the main lifeguard tower located directly in front of the surf camp. All of our surf instructors are CPR certified and have extensive ocean safety training. An emergency clinic is conveniently located directly next to our resort property. Witch's Rock Surf Camp has Surf Camp Vacations for Everyone. This surf camp package is perfect for adults, kids, single travelers, groups, families, and friends. Family Surf Vacation packages include: 7 Nights At Our Hotel Stay in our beachfront hotel overlooking Tamarindo’s best waves. We are the perfect home base for your Costa Rican surf vacation. We have Single Queen Rooms, Double Queen Rooms / Penthouses and Apartment-Style Rooms Many rooms have an ocean view. All rooms are close to the sand and include air conditioning and streaming fast wifi. Surf... --- > Experience the #1 Costa Rica Surf Camp in Tamarindo. All-inclusive surf vacations with expert coaching, beachfront lodging. - Published: 2018-09-14 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ Costa Rica Surf Camp All-Inclusive Surf Trips in Tamarindo Welcome to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, your gateway to the ultimate surf adventure in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced surfer, our beachfront hotel, professional instructors, and all-inclusive surf packages make it easy to surf, relax, and connect. Book My Surf Trip Now Featured By Why Witch's Rock Is The Best Surf Camp in Costa Rica for Every Type of Surfer? Over 50,000 guests have stayed at Witch’s Rock Costa Rica Surf Camp since we started in 2001. Located directly on the beach in Tamarindo, our surf camp offers stunning ocean views and easy access to some of Costa Rica’s most consistent waves. With years of experience, we provide personalized surf packages for all levels, from beginner to advanced, with excellent service and unbeatable value. Here’s a few reasons why: PLACEBeachfront location SKILLSETBeginner to Advanced GOODNESSPositive Vibes KNOW-HOWYears of Experience VALUEExcellent Service, Great Price PLACE Beachfront location SKILLSET Beginner to Advanced GOODNESS Positive Vibes KNOW-HOW Years of Experience VALUEExcellent Service, Great PriceThe best surf camp in Costa Rica for every type of surfer. Our beachfront location offers stunning ocean views and direct access to some of the best waves. Enjoy our comprehensive surf camp vacations which include: Free airport transfers from Liberia International Airport (LIR) Unlimited surfboard rentals with access to over 300 boards Daily surf lessons or guided surf tours Surf theory seminars and video coaching Daily breakfast at our beachfront restaurant Don’t Just Take Our Word for It See What Our Guests Say We have hundreds of 5-Star Reviews on Explore Our Surf Programs Surf Lessons and Tours for Every Skill Level in Tamarindo, Costa Rica BEGINNER SURF SCHOOL The best place to learn to surf in Costa Rica. Since 2001, we’ve helped thousands of beginners catch their first wave. Our beginner surf school covers everything from ocean safety to proper technique and surf etiquette. Learn to catch and ride green waves consistently and with confidence. Beginner Surf School details INTERMEDIATE SURF PROGRAM Catch more waves, explore new breaks, and sharpen your skills. Our intermediate surf program includes boat and van tours to nearby surf spots, daily video analysis, and in-water coaching from our experienced instructors. Intermediate Surf Program details ADVANCED SURF TOURS Score world-class waves every day with our local guides. We’ll take you to the best surf breaks in Costa Rica, including... --- > Surf Costa Rica with Witch's Rock Surf Camp. We provide Costa Rica Surfing Tours. Guided surf tours to the best spots. - Published: 2018-09-14 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-tours/ Advanced Surf Tours in Costa Rica with Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Join our Advanced Surf Tours and explore the best waves in Costa Rica by boat and van. From beach breaks to reefs, point breaks, and hidden gems, our experienced guides will get you to the right spot at the right time—every time. We’ll take care of the logistics, tides, and conditions so you can focus on surfing world-class waves with confidence. Book Your Advanced Surf Tour Now Featured By Don’t Just Take Our Word for It See What Our Guests Say Surf Playa Grande, Avellanas, Marbella, Witch's Rock and Ollie's Point Welcome to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Our Advanced Surf Tour package is designed for experienced surfers who want to score the best waves in the northern Guanacaste region. With years of local knowledge, our expert guides will take you by boat and van to premier surf spots like Playa Grande, Avellanas, Marbella, and other lesser-known breaks. These waves are powerful, consistent, and offer the kind of challenge advanced surfers are looking for. You'll stay in beachfront hotel accommodations just steps from the sand and enjoy a daily breakfast to fuel your sessions. The package includes unlimited access to our full quiver of surfboards, including Firewire performance boards, Robert August longboards, and Witch’s Rock surfboards shaped by Channel Islands. As part of the experience, you’ll join our full-day boat trip to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point inside Santa Rosa National Park—two of Costa Rica’s most iconic and sought-after surf spots. We also provide complimentary transportation to and from Liberia International Airport to make your travel seamless. Since 2001, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp has welcomed advanced surfers from around the world, helping them ride legendary waves and create unforgettable memories. Join us for a week or longer, and experience the best surf Costa Rica has to offer. Contact us today to reserve your Advanced Surf Tour package. Advanced Surf Tours Surf Costa Rica like a local with daily guided boat and van tours, surfing the best waves Costa Rica has to offer. Our Costa Rican surf guides use local knowledge to get you into perfect conditions each day. Take a look at our World Class Waves here Surf Costa Rica by Boat Zip around the coastline to score all the nooks and crannies. Ocean transportation gives us access to many secrets reefs and points that... --- > Learn to surf at the best Costa Rica Surf School. All levels welcome. Join Witch’s Rock Surf Camp for surf lessons, hotel, and fun waves! - Published: 2018-09-14 - Modified: 2025-05-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/beginner-surf-school/ Learn to Surf in Costa Rica Guaranteed in One Week Learning to surf on your own can be frustrating. You fall, paddle endlessly, and wonder if you’re ever going to get it. That’s where we come in. At Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, our beginner surf school is designed to teach you how to catch real waves confidently—often in just one week. With expert instructors, proven methods, and ideal conditions in Tamarindo, you’ll be up and riding faster than you thought possible. Start Learning to Surf Today Featured By Don’t Just Take Our Word for It See What Our Guests Say Learn to Surf in Tamarindo, Costa Rica Welcome to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, the best place to learn to surf in Costa Rica. Are you ready to catch your first waves in beautiful Tamarindo? Our beginner surf school package is ideal for anyone new to surfing or with limited experience. Whether it's your first time in the ocean or you're looking to build confidence, we’ll help you get there. Our experienced instructors are dedicated to your success. You’ll learn ocean safety, surf etiquette, how waves form, and how to read the conditions. With daily in-water lessons and video analysis, you’ll progress quickly and be riding real waves by the end of the week. But this experience goes beyond surfing. You’ll stay in our beachfront hotel, enjoy breakfast each morning, and have unlimited access to our full surfboard selection. You’ll also take part in surf seminars, weekly events, and connect with other guests. 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 at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp and start your surf journey today. We’re ready when you are. Costa Rica Surf School for Beginners Since 2001, thousands of guests have learned to surf at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Our beginner surf school is designed to help you progress quickly, with guidance from some of the most experienced instructors in the country. When you join our program, you won’t just learn fast—you’ll have a great time doing it. Surfing becomes more than a new skill. It becomes a passion, a lifestyle, and the start of your surf journey. Beachfront Location Unlike most surf camps in Costa Rica, Witch’s Rock is located directly on the beach. You’ll walk from... --- > Encountering the error content does not exist anymore? Learn about potential reasons and how to navigate the issue effectively. - Published: 2018-09-03 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/404-error-page/ metaseo_404_page ERROR 404 - NOT FOUND // You may have mis-typed the URL, // Or the page has been removed, // Actually, there is nothing to see here... > --- > Check today’s tide chart for Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Plan your surf session with accurate high and low tide times from Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. - Published: 2015-12-08 - Modified: 2025-07-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tide-chart/ Tamarindo Tide Chart – Surf Times for Today Looking for the latest Tamarindo tide chart? Stay informed about the high and low tide times for Tamarindo Beach, Costa Rica. Whether you're catching dawn patrol or planning a sunset surf session, these accurate tide tables from Witch’s Rock Surf Camp will help you make the most of your waves. July 2025 Day High Low High Low High Tue 01 12:45 AM / 0. 58 ft 7:11 AM / 8. 81 ft 1:18 PM / 1. 32 ft 7:28 PM / 8. 02 ft Wed 02 1:31 AM / 1. 06 ft 7:59 AM / 8. 49 ft 2:09 PM / 1. 65 ft 8:19 PM / 7. 53 ft Thu 03 2:18 AM / 1. 55 ft 8:48 AM / 8. 18 ft 3:02 PM / 1. 92 ft 9:12 PM / 7. 12 ft Fri 04 3:07 AM / 1. 99 ft 9:39 AM / 7. 93 ft 3:56 PM / 2. 09 ft 10:09 PM / 6. 83 ft Sat 05 3:58 AM / 2. 33 ft 10:31 AM / 7. 77 ft 4:53 PM / 2. 12 ft 11:07 PM / 6. 71 ft Sun 06 4:53 AM / 2. 53 ft 11:23 AM / 7. 74 ft 5:48 PM / 2. 01 ft Mon 07 12:04 AM / 6. 77 ft 5:49 AM / 2. 57 ft 12:15 PM / 7. 82 ft 6:40 PM / 1. 78 ft Tue 08 12:58 AM / 6. 97 ft 6:43 AM / 2. 46 ft 1:05 PM / 8. 01 ft 7:28 PM / 1. 48 ft Wed 09 1:46 AM / 7. 28 ft 7:33 AM / 2. 22 ft 1:52 PM / 8. 26 ft 8:12 PM / 1. 15 ft Thu 10 2:31 AM / 7. 65 ft 8:20 AM / 1. 91 ft 2:36 PM / 8. 51 ft 8:54 PM / 0. 83 ft Fri 11 3:13 AM / 8. 04 ft 9:05 AM / 1. 56 ft 3:19 PM / 8. 73 ft 9:34 PM / 0. 56 ft Sat 12 3:53 AM / 8. 42 ft 9:47 AM / 1. 23 ft 4:01 PM / 8. 89 ft 10:12 PM / 0. 35 ft Sun 13 4:32 AM / 8. 75 ft 10:30 AM / 0. 95 ft 4:42 PM / 8. 95 ft 10:51 PM / 0. 24 ft Mon... --- > Community Involvement. Witch's Rock Surf Camp wants to give back to the local community | Witch's Rock Surf Camp Tamarindo. - Published: 2015-11-27 - Modified: 2025-02-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/community-involvement/ Community Involvement Witch's Rock Surf Camp wants to give back to the local community. Although our guests may only see the beautiful beaches and smiling faces in Tamarindo, there are many communities just minutes away that need support from kind-hearted people like you. We love Costa Rica, and we work alongside a charitable organization, Cepia, which does amazing work in our area. If you have any extra space in your luggage, please bring down any supplies listed below. Whether you can bring just a few toothbrushes or a suitcase full of items, everything helps. We’ll do the rest by making sure your items are delivered and put in the hands of those who need them most. Any and all donations are welcome. Gracias! Cepia CEPIA stands for Culture, Education and Psychology for Infants and Adolescents and is a Costa Rican non-profit organization that seeks to promote culture, health, sports and education for children and teenagers and their families from poor backgrounds in the communities of Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Since 2005. Poverty, Violence, school dropouts, health problems, unemployment... , this is the every-day reality for thousands of children and families in Guanacaste. Volunteers and staff members support 800 children and teenagers as well as their families every year. Through after­‐school programs, psychological help for victims, educational projects for high‐risk youth, professional trainings, food bank, the library, movie nights etc, we sustain daily supportive frameworks for those who need it the most. CEPIA received the French‐ German Prize of Human Rights 2012 in Costa Rica, and our board president Laetitia is selected as a Fellow of the Central America Leadership Initiative (CALI), a branch of the Aspen Global Leadership Network. Desired Items School Supplies Notebooks Children’s Books Coloring Supplies Crafting Supplies Backpacks Computer Supplies Clothes (slightly used) Shirts Shorts Shoes Jackets Etc. Hygienic products Soaps Shampoos Toothbrushes/Toothpaste Etc. Children’s Toys. --- > Discover our latest surf deals and special offers in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Save big on all-inclusive surf trips at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. - Published: 2015-11-27 - Modified: 2025-06-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/deals-and-specials/ Current Surf Deals & Specials in Costa Rica Return guests know the drill! Here are some epic deals and specials you can take advantage of right now. Enjoy! Family Surf Months in July & August: Kids Surf for Free! Looking to give your kids one last Summer thrill before those school bells start ringing? Perfect! With such a perfect environment for sharing the stoke of surf, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp has decided to extend our Family Surf Month to include both July and August, allowing your kids to come surfing for free! It is such an amazing feeling to share a beautiful beach, to frolic in the whitewash, and to watch your “little ones” stand up and ride a wave for the first time. contact our reservations office for all the awesome details. 50/50 Program Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is what it is today because our guests told their friends about their amazing experiences here. To show our appreciation for spreading the love, we’ve enhanced our 50/50 program. Every time a friend you refer books a surf trip with us, you, as the returning guest, will get a $50 credit. Meanwhile, your referred friend will receive a 10% discount on their booking. Please make sure you give us your friend’s name so we can apply the discount! It’s our way of saying thanks for bringing new wave riders into our community. Keep sharing the stoke and enjoy the rewards! On-Site Re-Booking Bonus Maximize your savings by planning ahead! If you book your next stay with us while you're still enjoying our surf camp, you'll receive exclusive discounts. Get 20% off for high and peak season surf trips, and an even bigger 25% off for low season trips. It’s our way of saying thank you for continuing your surf journey with us. A good way to save money and you get to come back again and again! Stop by the reservations office before you leave and we’ll get you all squared away for your return visit. Surf more, save more, and keep the stoke alive with Witch’s Rock Surf Camp! contact us Now contact (1) "*" indicates required fields First Name*Last Name*Email* Phone2*CommentsPhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Δ Our Reservations Office is available 7 days/week to answer all of your questions and book your surf trip. CALL NOW 1-888-318-7873 SURFER AGENTS ON DUTY Email:... --- > Meet the friends and partners who help make Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo an epic place to surf, stay, eat, and grow the surf community. - Published: 2015-11-27 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/friends/ Our Friends & Local Partners in Tamarindo After many years of being in business, we continue to seek solid business relationships in our community. We work with and recommend the following brands. ADI – ADIT Playa Tamarindo. https://aditamarindo. org/Blue Dolphin Catamaran Tourshttps://www. bluedolphinsailing. comCEPIA Tamarindo Charityhttps://www. cepiacostarica. orgCraft Brewing Costa Rican Microbreweryhttps://beer. crHacienda Guachapelin Volcano Resorthttps://www. guachipelin. comHidden Coast Realtyhttps://hiddencoastrealty. comHorizon Pacific Tamarindo Vacation Rentalshttps://www. horizonpacificvacations. comImperial Cerveza Costa Ricahttps://imperial. cr/Marlin Del Rey Catamaran Tourshttps://marlindelrey. comPueblo Dorado Surf Hotel in Tamarindohttps://www. pueblodorado. comRadio2 99. 5 FM Costa Ricahttps://www. radiodos. comRobert August Surfboardshttps://robertaugust. comRPM Tamarindo Property Managementhttps://www. rpmvacationrentals. comSansa Costa Rican Regional Airlinehttps://flysansa. comSurfline Wave Forecasting Servicehttps://www. surfline. comSurftech Surfboardshttps://www. surftech. comTamarindo Lifeguard Programhttps://www. tamarindolifeguards. comTico Times Costa Rican English Newspaperhttps://www. ticotimes. netVolcano Brewing Company Costa Rican Microbreweryhttps://www. facebook. com/volcanobrewingcompanyVon Sol Surfboardshttps://vonsol. com --- > Important Information Regarding our Booking and Cancellation Policy | Witch;s Rock Surf Camp Tamarindo Costa rica - Published: 2015-11-27 - Modified: 2024-12-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/cancellation-policy/ Witch's Rock Surf Camp cancellation policy We know how special each and every surf trip is for our guests, so we do our best to work with everybody’s individual needs, wants and circumstances. With that in mind, once the decision has been made to book a trip and your first deposit has been received, we stand firmly by our cancellation policy. We only have 20 rooms, so canceling a trip last-minute impacts us greatly. Just as important is the fact that once a surf package/room is booked, that surf spot becomes unavailable for someone who would have booked otherwise. Please note that a cancellation by our definition is canceling the reservation completely, the need to reschedule the dates of stay, moving dates slightly and/or taking out surf packages. No partial refunds or credits will be given for unused services such as hotel rooms, surf lessons or trips. Our trips are quoted as a package; credits are not given for services not used. If you cancel a reservation that was partially paid with a credit, this credit will not be applicable for a future reservation. (The credit is revoked)No exceptions are made to our cancellation policy for any reason. No refunds will be given for any reason. Thank you very much for understanding! Important Information Regarding our Booking and Cancellation Policy 1. Make sure we have room:Before you commit yourself to airfare for a certain date, call us or verify by email there is still availability for your prospective trip. During busy periods we can receive several reservations on the same day. Do not assume you have a room reserved or you are confirmed until we have received your credit card information and sent out your reservation confirmation. Once a deposit is received, or a reservation is made on behalf of a guest by an agent, any cancellations or transfers are subject to fees listed here. So wait to make the initial deposit until you are absolutely sure that you can make it. 2. Travel Insurance:If you are concerned about a financial loss due to your late cancellation it is always recommended to purchase travel insurance to avoid any kind of loss. Please consult online, with your bank or through your local travel agency for an affordable travel insurance that could cover last minute cancellations, and / or any medical injuries that could occur while in Costa Rica. 3. Late... --- > Find your way to Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Follow the simple directions from Liberia Airport or take advantage of our free transportation. - Published: 2015-11-27 - Modified: 2025-02-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/directions/ WITCH'S ROCK SURF CAMP COSTA RICA DIRECTIONS Enfrente de Economy Rental Car,Santa Cruz, 152, Tamarindo, Costa RicaCosta Rica : +506 2653 1262US/Canada: 1-866-781-4369Each Saturday, WRSC offers free transportation to and from Liberia Airport. However, if you want to make the journey yourself, the directions are fairly easy. Just keep following the signs to Tamarindo. Find your way to Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Follow the simple directions from Liberia Airport or take advantage of our free transportation options Libera Airport to Witch's Rock Surf Camp Take route 21 from Liberia towards TamarindoMerge onto route 155Merge onto Route 152 towards TamarindoLook for Witch’s Rock Surf Camp on your right as you enter Tamarindo! Book Your Costa Rica Surf Trip Now contact (1) "*" indicates required fields First Name*Last Name*Email* Phone2*CommentsCommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Δ Our Reservations Office is available 7 days/week to answer all of your questions and book your surf trip. CALL NOW 1-888-318-7873 SURFER AGENTS ON DUTY --- > Witch’s Rock is one of Costa Rica’s best surf spots. Ollie’s Point, a legendary right-hand point break, offers perfect waves for an unforgettable surf adventure. - Published: 2015-11-27 - Modified: 2025-05-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-and-ollies-point/ Witch’s Rock & Ollie’s Point Boat Trips to the Santa Rosa National Park https://youtu. be/uFz4Ttv5UKM Witch’s Rock Witch’s Rock is considered one of Costa Rica’s best surf spots. Made famous by Robert August in the movie Endless Summer II, Witch’s Rock (or Roca Bruja as the locals call it) provides world class surfing along its sand bottom beach break almost every day of the year. https://youtu. be/UP-JD5ForQk Ollie’s Point Ollie’s Point is a surfer’s dream destination by promising 4 to 10 foot consistent waves during ideal days. Ollie’s Point (called Potrero Grande in Spanish) is a right-hand point break located only a few miles north of Witch’s Rock. A legendary surfing adventure to Witch's Rock and Ollie's Point, renowned for their challenging waves and stunning natural beauty. Choose your adventure: Private Boat Option: Exclusive surfing trip for you and your friends or family. 1 - 4 passengers: $600 total (+13% tax). 5 - 6 passengers: $700 total (+13% tax). Maximum of 7 guests and 1 Captain per boat. Trip Highlights & What’s Included:Tours departing at 5:30 AM from Witch's Rock Surf Camp, Tamarindo. Boat departure from Playa Panama after a 1-hour drive from Witch's Rock Surf Camp. National park entrance and round-trip transportation from Tamarindo are included. A cooler with water, Gatorade, beers. Breakfast empanadas and fruits. (But bring extra snacks if you wish, it's a long day! )Scenic surroundings with potential wildlife sightings, including whales and dolphins. Surf tours may extend to multiple spots, depending on conditions. Book a Boat Trip to Witch’s Rock & Ollie’s Point Online *We take our guests to Witch’s Rock & Ollie’s Point as part of our Advanced Surf Tours. Or whatsapp +506 8948-4594 or email witchsrockconcierge@gmail. com to reserve your spot or for inquiries. Additional Details: Surfboard rentals available for $20 (+13% tax) per day, contact us a day before to coordinate your toy for the day. Remember to bring sunscreen, surf wax, and a camera to capture your moments! Trips may return between 3pm, subject to conditions and the National Park's hours. Book Your Costa Rica Surf Trip Now contact (1) "*" indicates required fields First Name*Last Name*Email* Phone2*CommentsCommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Δ Our Reservations Office is available 7 days/week to answer all of your questions and book your surf trip. CALL NOW 1-888-318-7873 SURFER AGENTS ON DUTY --- > Explore Surfboards Rentals Tamarindo for your surfing needs. Rent high-quality boards and save on baggage fees easily. - Published: 2015-11-27 - Modified: 2025-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfboard-rentals-tamarindo/ The Best Surfboard Rentals in Tamarindo Don’t feel like paying airline baggage fees or worried about damage to your surfboard during transport? Go ahead and leave your surfboard at home, save money, and travel comfortably. Our surfboard rental program at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp offers high quality surfboards for every type of surfer and surf conditions, Surfboards Rentals Tamarindo Surfboards are available for free to all our Surf Program Guests – you can try a different board every session if you want! Pretty sweet deal, right? We have high performance shortboards for advanced surfers, fishes, fun shapes, and longboards for intermediates, and foam boards for novices. Whatever ability level you are, our expert instructors will help find the right surfboard for you! The Official Firewire Surfboard Demo Center at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Witch’s Rock is proud to announce our partnership with Firewire Surfboards, and to offer you our official Firewire Demo Center. We offer a full selection of Firewire surfboards for rent including (but not limited to) the Seaside by Rob Machado, the Seaside & Beyond, the Dominator 2. 0, Sci-Fi 2. 0, Glazer, Flat Earth, Baked Potato, Twice Baked, Special T, The Gem, Greedy Beaver, and more. Try them all. Try before you buy. Where else is this possible? Firewire Baked Potato Firewire Chumlee Firewire Dominator Firewire Evo Tomo FRK Tomo Gama Firewire Go Fish Firewire Greedy Beaver Tomo Sci-fi Tomo SKX Firewire Spitfire Firewire Taylor Jensen Firewire The Gem Tomo No Brainer Firewire Special T Firewire ADDvance Whether you’re a beginner, an experienced surfer looking to try something new, or somewhere in between, we have the perfect board for you. With a variety of shapes and sizes, you can find the surfboard that fits your style and skill level. If you’re a beginner and looking to take your first steps into surfing, we’ve got you covered. There are a variety of beginner-friendly boards available that are designed to help you learn how to surf. The boards are stable, easy to maneuver, and most importantly, fun! Are you an experienced surfer looking to try something new? Check out our quiver! With a wide selection of advanced boards, you can push your surfing to the next level. From mini-mals to longboards, thrusters and alternative shapes, we have a board for every style and skill level. Our staff is knowledgeable and can help you find the perfect board for... --- --- ## Posts > Explore the top 5 surf spots on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast. Find out where to surf, when to go, and how to get there in this guide. - Published: 2025-07-01 - Modified: 2025-07-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/top-5-best-surf-spots-in-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks If you’re searching for the best surf spots on the Pacific side of Costa Rica, then you’re in the right place. Picture this – warm sun, crystal-clear water, and world-class waves calling out to surfers from near and far. Costa Rica consistently ranks as one of the best surf destinations in the world, offering waves for every skill level and breathtaking surroundings to match. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, the country’s varied coastline promises an unforgettable surfing adventure. Here’s a closer look at 5 iconic surf spots you can’t miss when visiting Costa Rica. 1. Witch’s Rock (Roca Bruja) https://youtu. be/nSjEbY8QSe4 No list of the best surf spots in Costa Rica is complete without Witch’s Rock. This is a spot that has been spoken of by the best surfers for 4 decades yet it has only been readily accessible in the last 20 years. Every kid from the 70’s, 80’ and 90’s had a Surfer or Surfing magazine Witch’s Rock epic frothing barrel shot pinned to their wall. It is the spot that inspired Rober August to come to Tamarindo, and Bruce Brown to make the Endless Summer II in Costa Rica. Situated in the far north within Santa Rosa National Park, this iconic destination is known for its stunning volcanic outcrop and remote, untouched landscape. Witch’s Rock delivers consistent, powerful waves, making it a dream for intermediate and advanced surfers. Key Details Type of Break: Sandy beach break with both lefts and rights. Best Time to Go: Mid-November to April, when the Northwest Swells are prevalent and the offshore winds are working. Tide: Works best at mid to high tide for optimal wave shape. Skill level: Intermediate to advanced – on bigger days only advanced. How to Get There: Only accessible by boat. WRSC Tip: This spot works with low tide as well but we recommend checking Ollie’s Point with lower tides and surfing Witch’s Rock at higher tides. Experience Witch’s Rock & Ollie’s point at its finest with Witch’s Rock Surf Camp – our camp’s boat trips make it easy and comfortable. Book your private boat trip today! Email: witchsrockconcierge@gmail. com I WhatsApp: +506 8948-4594 2. Ollie’s Point The famed point and beach named after Colonel Oliver North USMA where the Iran-Contra conspiracy took place into Costa Rica. Surf here and you are almost in Nicaragua. This is a world class right point... --- > Plan your Costa Rica surf trip with confidence. Get tips on when to go, what to pack, and how much to budget for the perfect surf vacation. - Published: 2025-05-30 - Modified: 2025-05-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-surf-trip-planning/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Everything You Need to Know Before You Book Your Trip Planning a surf trip to Costa Rica? Whether you’re coming for a full week of waves or a short surf escape, it pays to prepare. From the best time to visit to what to bring and how much to budget, this guide covers everything you need to know for a stress-free and stoke-filled surf vacation. Best Seasons to Surf in Costa Rica Costa Rica has waves all year long, but conditions vary depending on when and where you go. Dry Season (December – April) Best for: Beginners and intermediate surfers Consistent offshore winds on the Pacific Coast Sunny skies, warm water, smaller crowds Ideal time to visit Tamarindo and Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Green Season (May – November) Best for: Intermediate and advanced surfers Bigger, more powerful swells Afternoon rain but glassy morning sessions Perfect for surf adventures and fewer tourists Read more about the best time to surf in Costa Rica How to Budget for a Surf Vacation in Costa Rica Prices can vary depending on location, camp, and travel style, but here’s a quick breakdown: Surf Camp Package Costs (Per Person for 7 Nights): Basic packages (lessons, lodging, boards): $1,500–$2,000 All-inclusive packages (with meals, transfers, and guided trips): $2,000–$3,000 Luxury or private options: $3,500+ See full pricing at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Travel Costs: Flights to Liberia (LIR) or San José (SJO): $400–$800 roundtrip from the U. S. Food & Extras: Meals outside of your package: $10–$20 per meal Local beers: $2–$3 Tours, yoga, massages: $40–$100 depending on activity What to Pack for a Surf Trip to Costa Rica Keep it light, practical, and surf-ready: Essentials: Rash guards or surf shirts (long sleeve recommended) Boardshorts / swimsuits Reef-safe sunscreen + zinc Flip-flops and water shoes Hat, sunglasses, and lightweight clothes Surf Gear: Surfboard (if not renting—Witch’s Rock includes top-quality boards! ) Wax, leash, travel bag if bringing your own gear Surf watch or tide chart app Extras: Waterproof dry bag Reusable water bottle Bug spray (especially during green season) Lightweight rain jacket (May–November) Other Things to Consider Travel insurance is recommended (covers surf injuries, delays, lost luggage) Stay hydrated—Costa Rica is hot and humid! Most surf towns are safe, but always lock up valuables Bring USD or use cards—ATMs are available in most towns Plan Your Trip with Witch’s Rock Surf Camp At Witch’s Rock Surf Camp,... --- > Planning a surf trip? Discover the best all-level surf experience in Costa Rica with expert coaching, ideal waves, and beachfront lodging in Tamarindo. - Published: 2025-05-08 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/best-surf-trip-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Going on a surf trip is one of the most exciting things you can do as a surfer. Stepping away from your local waves in search of something different. A different wave, a different vibe, a different culture, and of course, lots of surfing. Many of us are in search of that perfect wave, but that ideal wave is different for everyone. Some may be looking for those slow rollers to start on their surfing journey, while others may be looking for the perfect intermediate waves to progress their surfing. And, of course, there are those that just want to score world class waves. This Is the Surf Camp I Recommend to Everyone (Here’s Why) As the founder of Surf Captain and a long time customer of Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, I am thrilled to partner with Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica as the official Surf Captain recommended Surf Trip partner. Whatever level of surfer you are, Witches Rock is the best surf camp I’ve come across. What I like best about Witches Rock is that they make everything super easy, from airport pickups, to a huge selection of boards, to knowing when and where to take you. And, let's not forget the most epic beach bar setup – El Vaquero Beach Bar – with perfect sunset views just about every night. At Witch's Rock, you can just kick back with an ice cold Imperial and know that they have it all taken care of. Micah Sklut from surfcaptain. com About Costa Rica Costa Rica is one of my favorite places in the world. The waves are what draws me there, but the Pura Vida vibe is what keeps me coming back. Tropical weather, amazing food, friendly locals, a relaxed vibe, and good surf. What's not to like! Costa Rica is not known as a big wave destination. You are more likely to get chest high to a little overhead surf on any given week. While there is seasonality in their surf seasons, it is an extremely consistent destination year around. There are great waves to learn on like at Tamarindo Beach, there are world class surf spots like Witch’s Rock or Ollies Point, and there’s everything in between. El Vaquero Beach Bar With Perfect Sunset My Witch's Rock Surf Camp Experience My first time at Witch's Rock Surf Camp I was travelling solo. I wanted... --- > Explore the Best Family Surf Camp in Costa Rica for an unforgettable surfing adventure and family bonding experience. - Published: 2025-05-01 - Modified: 2025-05-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/best-family-surf-camp-in-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Planning a family vacation can be tough – I get it. As both the Director of Witch’s Rock and a father of two, I know what makes a trip unforgettable. With 25 years of experience, our surf camp in Tamarindo delivers the perfect mix of fun, relaxation, and adventure for all ages. And this summer, it gets even better: Kids surf free in June - August! Let us show you why Tamarindo is the ultimate spot to create lasting memories with your family Safe, Mellow Waves for Beginner Surfers Tamarindo Beach is famous for its long, rolling waves. It’s the perfect "training ground" for new surfers of all ages. The beach features:Soft sand bottoms (no sharp reef or rocks). Gentle, easy-to-predict waves especially at lower tides. Wide, open beach area with lots of space for learning. Tamarindo beach is the perfect place where kids and parents can safely build confidence in the ocean. The daily interaction with our coaches and team and their knowledge of Tamarindo beach, we will be with you every step of the way to keep your experience safe, fun and dynamic. And when it comes to choosing the best surf camp in Costa Rica for your family, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp stands out. Located right on the beach, we offer the easiest, most convenient beach access, no shuttles, no hassle, just steps from your room to the waves. Whether you’re taking your very first lesson or chasing your first green wave, we are located and equipped to make your surfing experience a memorable one. The ease of access and the quality of the waves that Tamarindo offers, means that you and your family can just concentrate on YOUR time together and the experiences shared. Expert Instructors: Safety and Progress You Can Trust At Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, your entire family will be surfing together – parents and kids alike – under the expert guidance of our professional ISA certified instructors. All our surf coaches are:Highly experienced in teaching kids and families of all skill levels. Trained to keep everyone safe in the water, managing crowds and avoiding collisions. Passionate surfers who love sharing their knowledge in a patient, encouraging way. Creative to teach in a playful and dynamic way, so that all of the family members are engaged and having fun together. We focus on small group sizes to make sure everyone gets personal attention... --- > Experience the South Swell Season Is ON. Surf Costa Rica with perfect conditions and low crowds from May to October. - Published: 2025-04-22 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/best-time-to-surf-costa-rica-2025/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks I'm Curtis Custer, surfer of 50 years and part of the Sales Office here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. I've lived in Tamarindo for over a decade, and when it comes to scoring world-class waves with low crowds and tropical vibes—this time of year is it. From May to October, Costa Rica’s north coast lights up with consistent south and southwest swells from the Southern Hemisphere. The jungle’s alive, the water’s warm, and the lineups are mellow. With the first south swells already hitting in April, 2025’s Green Season is off to an epic start. I’ve put together this guide to explain why May through October is the best time to surf Costa Rica—and how to lock in 20% off your trip right now. Why South Swell Season Rules More swell, fewer people, perfect conditions We call it the "Low Season" down here, but there’s nothing low about it. This time of year is when the real surf magic happens: Consistent Surf: Long-period groundswells from the South Pacific fuel steady surf all along the Guanacaste coast. Warmer Water: 82°F and no wetsuit required—just boardshorts and a smile. Low Crowds: Lineups thin out, and it becomes a locals' paradise. Glass-Off Mornings: Offshore winds often groom the early morning surf. Some afternoons bring light rain showers that clean up the conditions—and when they do, it’s not uncommon for the waves to turn on again in the evening. Jungle Vibes: Rain brings out the monkeys, parrots, iguanas, and more. Nature is full-on. "If you're a real surfer, this is when you want to be here. It's probably one of the best-kept secrets in Costa Rica. " The Waves Are Firing The entire coast comes alive during the South Swell Season. Here are just a few of the spots lighting up: Witch’s Rock: Long lefts & rights, plenty of offshore winds, epic energy. Ollie’s Point: "Some of the best waves I've had in 13 years of living here. " Avellanas & Little Hawaii: Glassy and hollow. Sometimes three barrel sections in a row. Playa Grande: Wedge peaks, reeling rights and lefts. Tamarindo Rivermouth: Multi-section setups and shifting peaks. Pico Grande/Pico Pequeño: Town break that fires across long, fun rights and lefts. "You’ve got your pick—and with surfers spread out across so many breaks, it rarely feels crowded. " Photos: SICKOS April 2025 strike mission More Than Just Waves Between May and October, the... --- > Discover why Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is the best surf vacation destination for surfers of all skill levels. - Published: 2025-03-26 - Modified: 2025-03-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/why-i-keep-coming-back-to-surf-in-tamarindo-and-why-you-should-too/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks I’ve been surfing for over 30 years. I’ve traveled all over the world, chasing waves from world-famous surf breaks to hidden, untouched spots. I’ve been on surf trips where I had to take boats, drive for hours, or hike for miles just to get to a wave. And yet, no matter where I go, I’m always stoked to come home to Costa Rica and paddle out at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. I’m Joe Walsh, the founder of Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. I came to Tamarindo over 20 years ago on an old school bus with a dream of building a surf camp where people could experience the magic of surfing. Since then, WRSC has become a second home for thousands of surfers from around the world. But for me, it’s more than just a business—it’s a way of life. It’s All About the Full Surf Experience Sure, we’ve got waves right outside your door. That’s huge. But this isn’t just about the waves—it’s about everything else that makes surfing here amazing. Warm water year-round – No wetsuits needed. Just grab a board and go. Beautiful, sandy beaches – Plenty of waves with no rocks, just smooth sand and clear water. A friendly, laid-back lineup – The locals are welcoming, and there’s no aggressive vibe. Stunning sunsets – Every evening, the whole town gathers to watch the sun dip into the Pacific. It never gets old. A social, welcoming surf community – No matter your skill level, you’ll feel like you belong here. Learn more about Tamarindo’s waves and surf conditions Surfing Should Be Easy—And Here, It Is A lot of surf trips require extensive planning—long drives, puddle jumper flights, or complicated transportation just to reach the waves. Not here. At WRSC, your waves are literally right in front of the surf camp. Just grab your board and paddle out. Your friends or family can relax in the pool, grab a beer at the restaurant, or chill on the beach while watching you surf. But that’s just the start. We also offer guided surf tours by van and boat to some of the best breaks in the area, including Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point. Whether you want to surf right out front or explore other waves nearby, we make it easy. Some surf camps have great waves, but getting to them can be a hassle. Others are luxury resorts, but... --- > Unlock the secrets to an unforgettable surf experience. Make Your Next Surf Trip the Best One Yet with our expert advice. - Published: 2025-02-13 - Modified: 2025-02-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/10-ways-were-making-your-next-surf-trip-the-best-one-yet/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Hey, it’s Joe Walsh, founder of Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. It’s 2025, and I’m writing this blog to show you some of the rad upgrades we’ve made over the past year—because if you’ve been here before, you know we’re always dialing things in: tweaking, upgrading, fine-tuning—never settling, never satisfied, always chasing that next level of surf trip. That’s just how we roll. Maybe it’s because I’m a Virgo and a perfectionist, or maybe it’s because I’ve been obsessed with creating the ultimate surf experience since Day 1. Either way, as we enter our 25th year of running Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we’re still pushing the limits. Here are 10 ways we’re making your next surf trip the best one yet. #1 New Surf Camp HQ On The Beach! The beachfront side of the surf camp has leveled up in a big way this past year. We moved dozens of surfboards back onto the sand, making it effortless for guests to grab a board and paddle out. We also added multiple beach showers and a shaded area perfect for gearing up before your next lesson or tour. Right next to the stage, we built a brand-new kiosk—Surf Camp HQ—your go-to spot for lessons, tours, and board rentals. This is the official launchpad for all things surf. Inside, the old Seminar Room has been transformed into The Wave Cave—a fully stocked, air-conditioned space free for all surf camp guests. It’s got board balance trainers, yoga mats, private lockers, a ping-pong table, and beach games like footballs, soccer balls, and frisbees to keep the fun going between sessions. Everything flows through this space—it’s where guests connect, meet instructors, and gear up for their next session. More than just a hub, it’s the pulse of the surf camp, making sure every part of your trip runs smoothly. #2 Surf Safari Days Surfing is all about the right waves, the right place, the right time. That’s why we’re running Surf Safari Days—full-day surf tours (up to 8 hours) where we chase waves up and down the coast. These are included in every Intermediate and Advanced surf camp package. We keep you fueled with fresh fruit and filtered water while we hunt for the best waves of the day. Here’s how it works: Intermediate surf camp guests get one Surf Safari Day included in their package. Advanced surf camp guests get: One Surf Safari Day... --- > Read about the best surf spots in Costa Rica. These are the top 10 surf spots in the Tamarindo area. Looking to surf Costa Rica? Call us at 1-888-318-7873 - Published: 2024-11-19 - Modified: 2025-05-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/best-10-surfing-spots-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks - Tags: Surf Packages, Surfing Witch's Rock Surf Camp's ideal location makes us central to 10 unique surf spots in Tamarindo and surrounding areas. Sign up for our Beginner Surf School, our Intermediate Surf Program, or our Advanced Surf Tours to be taken to the perfect spots for your level, style, and taste. Weather you want to learn to surf, or you are an advanced surfer who just wants to get maximum barrels, there is a spot nearby for you. This list will give you an idea of where we surf in Guanacaste and for what specific reasons. As you'll see, there's a wide variety of spots, which offer waves of different shapes and sizes. Take a look, decide what works for you, and get stoked! Ollie’s Point Beginner to Advanced Surf Break Made famous by Robert August in The Endless Summer 2, Ollie’s Point is one of the best right-hand point breaks in Costa Rica. Approximately 60 km. to the north of Tamarindo, Ollie’s Point is only accessible by boat and is about 2 hours away from Tamarindo. Due to it’s somewhat sheltered location, Ollies needs a big southwest swell and low tide to turn on. When it’s doing it’s thing, surfers can expect 300+ meter rides with barrel sections along the way. Witch’s Rock Intermediate to Advanced Surf Break Witch’s Rock is located in the Santa Rosa National Park approximately 55 km to the North of Tamarindo and is home to some of the best surf in the country. Known as Roca Bruja by the locals, Witch’s Rock was also made famous by The Endless Summer 2. This spot works best with a southwest to northwest swell, mid to high tide, and offshore winds. There are a few different peaks at Witch’s Rock that help spread out the crowd. Witch’s Rock is truly a world-class wave and is reserved for advanced surfers. Playa Grande Intermediate to Advanced Surf Break Located just across the estuary to the north of Tamarindo is the remote beach of Playa Grande. Playa Grande is part of the Las Baulas National Park and is a famous nesting ground for Leatherback Turtles. A 25 minute car ride, 35 minute walk, or just a 5 minute boat ride from Tamarindo brings you to the main peak. A series of rock formations off the coast redirect swells and set up long A-frames along the beach that can produce amazing barrels on... --- > Looking for the perfect time to surf at Witch's Rock? Our guide has you covered. Find out when the Northwest swells. - Published: 2024-10-15 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guide-to-get-stoked-surf-witchs-rock-at-the-perfect-time/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Planning a surf trip is always a bit of a gamble, especially when it comes to timing. The surf conditions can change, and no one can guarantee exactly when the perfect swell will roll in. But if you play your cards right, you can maximize your chances of scoring a good surf trip. To help you win that bet, we’ve put together a simple guide that highlights the prime windows for surfing at Witch’s Rock. Here’s how to plan your surf trip and catch the best waves December to March: Dry Season and the Northwest Swell During the dry season, from December to March, the surf is shaped by the Northwest swells. These swells can be unpredictable, but when they hit, it’s incredible. You’ll get well-shaped, fast, and hollow waves, perfect for experienced surfers who love riding barrels. The offshore winds during this time keep the waves clean and perfectly groomed, even on smaller days A well-formed barreling wave formed by the offshore winds typical during the dry season. A time of fast, powerful rides and long barrels. This period is considered prime time for surfing at Witch's Rock, and it’s easy to see why. The waves are consistent, the weather is warm and dry, and the offshore winds create ideal conditions for long, smooth rides. Check out 'El Templo', a recap of the last 5 years at WR, and at the end, you can see how the famous Jan 2023 swell got the whole locals totally crazy. Dean Vandewalle, tamarindo local, locked into a clean barrel at Witch's Rock, Tamarindo in January 2023. This is what makes Roca Bruja one of Costa Rica's most iconic surf spots! April: A Transition to South Swells April marks a transition period as the Northwest swells start to fade and the South swells begin to arrive. During this time, the winds lighten up, giving you calm, clean waves in the morning with light offshore winds. The combination of these swells creates ideal surfing conditions, with waves that are consistent but not too challenging. Check out this video of 'El Templo II' from April 2024, you can see how good it can get! Witch's Rock, April 2024. A classic Roca Bruja summer day with a solid Southern Hemisphere swell, delivering clean, green faces for those ready to drop in. May: Southern Hemisphere Swells in Full Forc May is when the Southern Hemisphere swells... --- > Discover the magic of October at Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Costa Rica. Experience consistent waves and post-rain surf conditions. - Published: 2024-10-13 - Modified: 2024-10-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/october-at-witchs-rock-surf-camp-a-surfers-guide-to-rainy-season-perks/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks As October rolls in at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, the question on everyone’s mind is: "How rainy is it really? " Let's clear the air: yes, it rains, this is the rainy season after all! But what many don’t realize until they’re here is that the rain is far from a downside. Here’s the inside scoop on what to expect and why October might just be your new favorite surf month. Weather Patterns A typical October day starts with clear skies, perfect for a morning surf session. By noon, you might get a quick shower or two, but it’s usually brief. Before you know it, the sun returns, making the post-rain conditions ideal for surfing. Early morning sunshine in Tamarindo during the rainy season. Surf Conditions October means consistent waves, thanks to steady South Pacific swells. You’ll usually see waves ranging from chest to head-high, and occasionally even bigger. For those who think Tamarindo only offers mellow waves, think again. October brings bigger, punchier surf, perfect for those looking to push their limits and sharpen their skills. Our skillful Coach Sol making the most of the rainy season's playful swells. Check out our Surf Report from early October 2024 to see how intense it can get right out front, but also how much fun the local surfers are having. Tackling these conditions could help you level up your surfing game significantly. But no worries if you're not quite ready for the bigger waves. We’ve got plenty of alternative spots that cater to all skill levels. Don’t be intimidated, there’s a perfect wave for everyone. A Witch’s Rock Surf Camp student takes on a fun-sized wave, perfect for improving those surfing skills and building confidence. And to really understand what we mean by October’s unique surf experience, check out our latest Every Season Has a Reason: October video. It perfectly captures the mix of challenges and unexpected perks of surfing in the rain. Watch ‘October Surf in Guanacaste: Sun, Rain, Big Swells & No Crowds—All in One! ’ Why October Is a Local Favorite Apart from fresh weather, larger and consistent surf in underrated surf conditions. October offers a few more perks: Fewer Crowds: The peak tourist season is over, leaving the beaches less crowded and the waves more accessible. Refreshing Weather: The post-rain air feels fresher and cooler, ideal for those looking to escape the heat. Consistent Swells: Regular... --- > Early October Raw Surf Report 2024 - Published: 2024-10-05 - Modified: 2024-10-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/early-october-raw-surf-report-2024/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/wS3vPFBQ9sQ --- > Experience the best waves in Tamarindo without the hassle. Save Time: Fly from San José to Tamarindo for the Best Waves - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/save-time-fly-from-san-jose-to-tamarindos-best-waves/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks When you’re planning a surf trip to Tamarindo, we all know that Liberia Airport (LIR) or as it’s called now, Guanacaste Airport, is the best option. It’s just a quick 1 to 1. 5-hour drive to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Depending on the traffic (and how fast Will drives that day), you’ll be beachside before you know it. Plus, if you arrive on a Saturday, our shuttles are free! Super convenient, right? But, sometimes, the cheapest flights will land you in San José. And we get it, no one’s looking forward to the 5 to 6-hour drive from SJO to our surf camp. We’ve been there too. That’s why we’re always on the lookout for ways to make your journey to Tamarindo as smooth and enjoyable as possible. We’re still working on teleportation (stay tuned ), but until then, we’ve teamed up with Sansa Airlines to bring you the next best thing: a quick, scenic 50-minute flight from San José to Tamarindo. Let’s skip the long drive and get you straight to the waves, hop on a plane with Sansa with our next deal! Start Your Surf Adventure with Our 2-for-1 Flight Deal Book your surf trip with us, and get our special offer on your domestic flight with Sansa Airlines: pay for a one-way ticket, and we’ll cover the rest for a round trip! That’s $159 per person for a round-trip flight from San José to Tamarindo, saving you both time and money. The adventure starts here: a surfer steps up to the Sansa Airlines terminal in San José, more than ready for Tamarindo’s waves The Journey: From San José to Surf Paradise Your adventure begins as soon as you touch down at San José International Airport (SJO). Skip the long drive and head straight to the Sansa Airlines terminal for your flight to Tamarindo. The moment you arrive at the domestic terminal, the friendly Sansa Airlines staff is there to greet you with a smile Sansa Airlines staff makes sure you’re all set: checking your flight details and that you have all of your waves booked. Once you’re settled in the cabin, the adventure truly begins. The small charter plane offers stunning aerial views of Costa Rica’s mountains, rivers, and as you get closer to Tamarindo, the sparkling Pacific Ocean comes into view. You can even spot some surf breaks from the air! An adventure that gets... --- > Discover the inspiring story of Todd, a 40-something who learned to surf at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. It's never too late to start surfing! - Published: 2024-08-19 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/todd-deckers-surf-journey/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Have you ever thought about surfing but then convinced yourself it might be too late to start? Well, Todd Decker, a longtime guest and self-proclaimed “40-something middle-aged dude” (his words, not mine! ), took the plunge and learned to surf at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp back in July 2012. He’s been returning every July since, missing only once in 2020 due to border closures. Why Learning to Surf in Your 40s (or Anytime) Isn’t Crazy There’s a common misconception that surfing is only for certain age groups, but Todd’s story shows that anyone can pick it up. While surfing can be challenging and the ocean might seem intimidating, it’s never too late or too early to start. At Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, you’ll have the support you need every step of the way and we want to make sure everyone feels welcome. As Todd says in his video, he’s seen people from 7 to 70 years old hitting the waves. The ocean welcomes you with open arms, and so do we! Yep, that’s Todd, cruising through his latest surf trip, July 27th - August 3rd, 2024. The stoke only gets stronger with time. Why Witch’s Rock Surf Camp? Todd highlights why Witch’s Rock Surf Camp has become his go-to spot. Simply put, we offer an environment where anyone can learn to surf, no matter their experience level. Located right on the beach, in front of one of Costa Rica’s most famous surf spots, making one of ideal places to immerse yourself in the surf lifestyle, with everything you need at your fingertips. Coach Adri, she is super patient, skilled, and always ready to show you how it’s done. When she’s not guiding our surfers, she’s out here practicing what she preaches. Surfing Programs for Every Level Anyone can learn to surf with the right guidance and support. In his review, Todd mentions our Beginner Surf Program, which is perfect if you’re new to surfing. And for those with some experience, our Intermediate Surf Program offers the perfect opportunity to step up your game. intermediMeet Troy, Todd’s brother, who’s been just as dedicated to catching waves. Every year, same stoke, just going for it. The Penthouse Room: Todd’s Favorite Spot Todd also shares why he loves staying in the Penthouse room. With more amenities, making it easy to whip up a quick meal, to the deck with stunning views, it’s... --- > Experience the ultimate budget-friendly surf trip to Costa Rica with our Free Room Fall promotion. Stay in a beachfront room for free. - Published: 2024-08-13 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-surf-trip-to-costa-rica-where-your-room-is-free-no-joke/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Imagine a budget-friendly surf trip to Costa Rica where you stay in a beachfront room, surf all day, and chill in paradise, all without paying for your accommodation. Sounds too good to be true? It’s not. Welcome to our Free Room Fall promotion at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp! The surf commute. Now you see why it’s called green season. During September and October, when you book a standard surf package with us for at least seven days, we’re giving you the room for FREE. So, what's the catch? There isn’t one! Here’s how it works: Double Occupancy: Bring a friend, and your room is on us. You’ll pay just $945 per person for our beginner package or $1,085 per person for the intermediate or advanced tours. It’s the perfect setup for surf buddies ready to tackle the waves together. > Penthouse: Traveling with a group? Our penthouse is free when you book for three or more. Grab your crew and make it a trip to remember. > Joe’s Apartment: Families or larger groups (four or more) get free accommodation in our most popular spot with the best view of Tamarindo Beach. This is the perfect choice for a family-friendly surf vacation in Costa Rica. > Single Travelers: While the room isn’t free for singles, we’ve got you covered with a 30% discount on accommodation. Our return guests? They’re extra spoiled with a 35% discount! > This offer isn’t just good, it’s unbeatable for a budget surf trip in Costa Rica. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is known for attracting solo travelers, groups of friends, and families looking for the best surf experiences in Costa Rica. No matter who you are, you’ll feel right at home and ready to hit the waves. But What About the Weather? The Green Season in Tamarindo it’s our little secret. Sure, there’s some rain, maybe a thunderstorm in the afternoon or evening, but that just means the surf’s more consistent and the crowds are nonexistent. Some mornings look like this: Coach Mateo carving up a head-high wave at one of our favorite surf spots outside Tamarindo. It’s a roll of the dice each year, but here’s what we do know: the south swell is steady, and the line-ups are uncrowded. Plus, the rain brings out the lush beauty of Costa Rica with cooler temperatures and fewer sunburns! For surfers, it’s the best time of year... --- > Find out why a family surf vacation at Witch's Rock Surf Camp is the perfect choice. From beginners to experienced surfers. - Published: 2024-08-07 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/family-surf-vacation-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks At Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we believe that the best memories are made on the waves, especially when you can share those moments with the people who matter most: your family. Kevin, the granddad, brought his whole crew to our camp: his daughter Kyleen, her husband Chad, their four boys, and Grandma Sherri. But don’t just take our word for it, let Kevin share how these little moments turned into unforgettable memories: https://youtu. be/IVbWBCEhDN0 A Family Adventure Tailored Just for You What makes a family surf vacation at Witch’s Rock special? It’s simple: we make sure every family member, no matter their age or skill level, has an amazing time. The Baileys had a mix of surfers: grandparents who preferred to stay dry, parents and older kids with intermediate skills, and younger ones who were beginners with a bit of experience under their belts. We created a custom package that let them all enjoy the experience together. Knowing the little ones needed a bit more attention, we brought in an extra coach to make sure they felt safe and confident on their boards. Kevin and Sherri showing how to cheer their grandsons from the shore! Normally, families can choose from our standard programs: beginner lessons, intermediate coaching, or advanced guided tours. But for the Baileys, we mixed things up a bit. We signed them up for the Intermediate Coaching tours but we chose surf spots that worked for everyone, avoiding the big, challenging waves and sticking with fun, safe options that kept the whole family smiling. Creating Lifelong Memories The best part of a family surf vacation isn’t just the surfing—it’s the memories you create together. At Witch’s Rock, we make sure those memories stick around. We capture your surf sessions and the moments in between, so you can look back on them long after your trip ends. Dad’s still got it! Caught in the moment and in a sweet little tube. Family-Friendly Accommodations and Amenities After a day of surfing, you’ll want a comfortable place to relax and recharge. Our accommodations are set up with families in mind, offering spacious rooms with kitchens so you can whip up snacks or meals whenever you need to. We know how important it is to keep the kids fueled up! Plus, with beachfront access and a pool overlooking the ocean, you’ll have everything you need to enjoy some quality family time.... --- > Discover the surf conditions in Tamarindo, Costa Rica during July. Watch our video playlist to see the magic of the Green Season! - Published: 2024-07-18 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-are-the-surf-conditions-like-in-tamarindo-costa-rica-during-july/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks We wrote a blog about our Surf Calendar ages ago, but it’s not the same as putting that into words than showing the magic on video! So we’re working on a playlist to show you what every month is like at our beautiful Tamarindo. Right now, we’ve got a fresh video for you: July and its Mini-Summer Break, right in the heart of the Green Season https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=3fDrpZS90aU What’s on the Menu for July? We have a big feast here: The Starter: The first two weeks offer clear skies, no winds in the morning, afternoon showers to keep things fresh, fewer crowds, and heavy consistent surfing. Coach Sol on a clear sky morning at the beginning of this month. (Yes, we know, we all want to cut back like her! ) The Main Dish: The latter half is a summer mirage in the middle of the green season, with lush green surroundings, clear blue skies, temps in the 90s, all-day offshore winds, and active Southern Hemisphere swells. The Veranillo effect is caused by the entrance of trade winds from the Caribbean, leading to a significant reduction in rainfall compared to the rest of the rainy season. A touch of summer in the midst of our vibrant green season! Afternoon surfing in July with full offshore winds! Feel the breeze and ride the waves! Why July Rocks: First Two Weeks: Clear skies, refreshing rain showers in the afternoons, consistent surf, and fewer crowds. Veranillo: The second half of July is Costa Rica’s mini-summer. The rain takes a break, bringing plenty of days with blue skies and temperatures in the 90s. Winds: All-day offshore winds create perfect surfing conditions. Waves: Advanced surfers will enjoy chest to overhead swells, while beginners can catch smaller waves out front. July is truly one of the best times to visit Costa Rica. Picture green, lush surroundings, consistent waves, fewer crowds, and plenty of sunny days with offshore winds. It's the perfect time to get your last summer surf fix before the real summer hits in December. Morning session at one of our favorite breaks. The lush greens are just beautiful. Nature’s playground at its finest. At Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we cater to all skill levels. Beginners can enjoy our surf lessons with ISA-certified and lifeguard-trained instructors, intermediate surfers can take advantage of our surf tours with coaching and video analysis, and advanced... --- > Explore how the Intermediate Surf Program is at Costa Rica Surf Camp through Melany and Jimmy's exciting vlog experience. - Published: 2024-07-16 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-costa-rica-surf-camp-intermediate/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Have you ever wondered what a week in the Intermediate Surf Program is like? Well, who better to tell you than our return guests! Melany and Jimmy created an incredible vlog about their last experience with us in early April this year. Check it out: https://youtu. be/N4sx6zyTd7Q We just love the rawness of it. Their vlog shows it all: from waking up in the morning for the surf tours, the van or boat rides, and stopping midway to grab some delicious empanadas. They capture the fun days in the water and those humbling moments when the waves are bigger than expected. Plus, they showcase the lively atmosphere of Tamarindo Town, where you can have a blast with old and new surf friends. Mel and Jimmy met Chris, Stephany, Sail, and John on previous surf trips and decided to come back together. This just shows the community and companionship you can create here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Plus, there's always room to add more people to their team each time they return. It’s what we see with so many of our dear return guests. And don’t miss the grand finale, the Surfing Awards Ceremony! It looks like their whole team got together and won a bunch of awesome prizes. Talk about the best souvenirs So, if you haven’t seen it yet, check out Mel and Jimmy’s vlog to see what a week in the Intermediate Surf Program at Witch's Rock Surf Camp is like through Mel's eyes. ever! This isn’t their first rodeo, though. They’ve made two other videos about their first two visits, and I’ve attached those here: Vlog #1 - One Week at Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Beginner Surf Program Vlog #2 - A Week in the Intermediate Surf Program Give them a watch, and maybe we’ll have to start a section on our site where we post your creations about your experiences with us! Let us know what you think, we're all ears. --- > Surf perfect waves in Tamarindo with beachfront lodging and expert coaching. Discover why Witch’s Rock is Costa Rica’s favorite surf camp. - Published: 2024-06-04 - Modified: 2025-05-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-best-surf-camp-in-costa-rica-for-every-surfer/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks, Surf Camp Learn to Surf in Costa Rica | Expert Coaching, Perfect Waves, Beachfront Stay https://youtu. be/xpQBIVk8j7o Why Choose Witch’s Rock Surf Camp? "Imagine waking up to the sound of waves crashing just outside your door. You grab your board, step onto the golden sands of Tamarindo, and paddle out to catch your first wave of the day. This is Witch’s Rock Surf Camp—where surfing isn’t just a sport, it’s a way of life. Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned surfer looking to perfect your cutback, we offer expert coaching, world-class waves, and the legendary Pura Vida spirit to make your surf journey unforgettable. " Beachfront Location – Wake Up to Waves Unlike many other surf camps, our surf camp is located directly on the beach in Tamarindo. This means you’ll be just steps away from world-class waves, making it easy to surf at sunrise or squeeze in a quick session before dinner. Consistent Waves Year-Round Tamarindo is one of Costa Rica’s best surf destinations, offering consistent waves for all levels, 365 days a year. Whether you’re learning the basics in our sandy-bottom beach break or tackling advanced waves at nearby surf spots, we’ve got the perfect waves for you. Tamarindo Surf Conditions Year-Round: Dry Season (Dec-Apr): 2-4 ft waves, 90% offshore winds, perfect for beginners and intermediates. Playa Grande offers punchier 4-6 ft waves for those looking to step it up. Pro Tip: Surf early morning for glassy conditions before the midday breeze. Green Season (May-Nov): Swells range 3-6+ ft, with occasional double overhead days for advanced surfers. Witch’s Rock & Ollie’s Point fire up, accessible by boat for expert riders. Pro Tip: Watch for mid-week swells when conditions align perfectly for epic sessions. Expert Surf Coaching for All Levels Our certified surf instructors provide personalized coaching tailored to your skill level. We keep student-to-instructor ratios low, ensuring you get the attention and feedback you need to progress quickly and confidently. Stay Steps from the Surf – Beachfront Accommodations No long drives to the beach—our surf camp offers comfortable beachfront accommodations, so you can relax, enjoy ocean views, and fully immerse yourself in surf life. All-Inclusive Surf Packages Forget the hassle of planning—we offer all-inclusive surf packages that cover: Daily surf lessons or guided surf trips Accommodations with ocean views Delicious breakfast at our beachfront restaurant Surf theory classes & video coaching Board rentals and unlimited wave access... --- > Overhead Waves in Tamarindo May 18 - 25, 2024 Surf Recap - Published: 2024-05-25 - Modified: 2024-10-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/overhead-waves-in-tamarindo-may-18-25-2024-surf-recap/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/KbaklM61e5I --- > Join us in Costa Rica for Family Surf Month in July and August. Kids surf for free when adults enroll in our surf programs - Published: 2024-05-01 - Modified: 2025-04-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/extended-family-surf-months-kids-surf-free-in-july-august/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks At Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we don’t just ride waves; we build families both in and out of the water. Whether you’re flying solo or bringing your crew, you become part of the Witch’s Rock family the moment you step onto the sandy beaches of Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica. It’s a place where the first wave isn’t just experienced, but shared. That’s why we're excited to announce that our Family Surf Month now kicks off in July, extending through August. Double the opportunity to share the surf with your little ones, on the house! Our Family Surf Month promotion is straightforward: For every adult enrolled at full price in our surf programs, one child (aged 4-17) surfs for free. Now extended to cover both July and August annually, we aim to make family vacations more accessible and enjoyable. By expanding this offer to two months, families have more flexibility to schedule their trips without the rush of a single month’s limit, and the weather in both months is equally inviting. Why Witch’s Rock is Perfect for Families: Ideal Beachfront Location: Nestled right in Tamarindo, an hour from Liberia International Airport, with easy access to the beach, local shops, and restaurants. Safety First: Safety is our priority, which is why we sponsor the Tamarindo Lifeguard Program, and all our surf instructors are CPR certified. Witness our coaches as they get trained in a Life Ocean Rescue course: https://youtu. be/jSCQWayrRCs? si=qh7qk7VmEPmbkck9 Surf Programs for All: Our programs are tailored to cater to every level, from beginner to seasoned surfers, ensuring everyone in the family catches the perfect wave. Engaging Surf Seminars: Expand your surfing knowledge with our daily seminars on Ocean Safety and Surf Science, great for both learning and bonding with your family. Delicious Daily Breakfast: Start your surfing day right with a hearty breakfast at our beachfront restaurant, Eat @ Joe’s. Convenient Transportation:Take advantage of our free airport transfers from Liberia on Saturdays, with affordable options on other days. Experience Costa Rica’s 'Veranillo' or mini-summer break. It’s a celebration of the pause in the rainy season, with days filled with blue skies, temperatures in the 90s, and consistent offshore winds that surfers dream about. For both beginners and experienced surfers, the conditions are ideal. Imagine surfing with your family in this paradise: lush green surroundings, very consistent swells, and plenty of sunny, windy days with surprisingly empty lineups. It’s... --- > South Pacific Swell Hits Guanacaste - April 2024 Surf Report - Published: 2024-04-30 - Modified: 2024-10-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/south-pacific-swell-hits-guanacaste-april-2024-surf-report/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/iqwRz17nG2s --- > Experience the epic South Pacific Swell Season in Costa Rica. Constant powerful waves, empty lineups, and gentle winds await you. - Published: 2024-04-23 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/south-pacific-swell-season-why-its-prime-time-for-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks We're all about those Northwest Monsters, but let’s face it: if your surfing heart beats for constant, powerful waves, empty lineups, and gentle winds, combined with weather that rivals the best summer days in North America topped with skies painted with psychedelic sunsets, then buckle up because South Swell Season has officially started, and it promises to be epic! Yes, we know we’re not literally in the South Pacific Hemisphere, we’re not idiots. What we mean is that while the Southern Hemisphere generally receives its waves from April to September, Costa Rica’s ideal geographic location and orientation mean we conveniently catch the best of both worlds. Right now, the most consistent and powerful waves we’re seeing are courtesy of the South Pacific Beast. The arrows guide our eyes to a perfect angle for Tamarindo's shores and surroundings. Surf Forecast Map by surfcaptain. com We received our first swell alert from the savvy crew at Surf Captain: 'Expect a solid SW swell coming your way at the beginning of next week. Hitting at 228 degrees, it's set to light up Tamarindo and will be a boon for the rest of the south-facing beaches with a generous 5-7' range. ' Armed with this intel, we scored waves every single day. For a taste of the action, take a peek at the photos for some undeniable evidence of the awesome conditions we enjoyed in Guanacaste: Here's our crew, heading out to catch some waves right in front of the camp! Photo: Media Team Behold our beloved right-hander at Tamarindo River Mouth, back in action after years of calm. Safe to say, it’s very much alive and kicking. Photo: Media Team Photo: Media Team Imagine this: You, catching waves at our beloved Avellanas. Photo: Media Team Believe it or not, this is no stock photo, this is Marbella in all its glory. Photo: Media Team Just a bit down south, Guiones was dropping some real bombs! Photo: Media Team And last but not least, the crème de la crème: Witch’s Rock. Surfer: Dean Van Dewalle Photo: Marcel Freitez Pro-Surfer & Tamarindo Local: Malakai Martinez. Photo: Marcel Freitez Ask any seasoned local; this is the prime time to surf in Costa Rica. And lucky for everyone, our pals at Surf Captain predict more joy ahead: "As the southern hemisphere edges into winter, we’re seeing stronger storms and minimal sea ice, pumping more energy into... --- > Witch's Rock Costa Rica Surf Camp - Surf Captain Forecast: The evolution of wave forecasting we chase and find the perfect swell. - Published: 2024-03-20 - Modified: 2024-11-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/setting-sail-with-surf-captain-forecast/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks In the world of surfing, local knowledge was once king. Before the advent of the internet, surfers like myself spent countless hours chasing the SWELL of the year, often ending up in rainy carparks, with nothing but hope and a sense of adventure. This was a time before smartphones and surf forecast apps, where predicting weather and waves was more art than science. We've come a long way from interpreting spinning blobs of purple on isobar charts to accessing real-time updates and surf cams at our fingertips. While some might argue that the magic of the unknown has been lost, the evolution of wave forecasting has undeniably transformed our surfing experiences, making them more accessible and informed than ever before. At Witch's Rock Surf Camp, we've always prided ourselves on staying true to our roots, maintaining the authentic and traditional vibe that defines our values. Our team lives and breathes surfing, and we're constantly on the lookout for smarter ways to enhance our operations and the experiences we offer. That's why we were stoked when one of our guests, Micah Sklut, introduced us to his innovative creation: his very own surf forecast tool and app designed to cut through the clutter of existing platforms. The current landscape of surf forecasting tools often feels more like navigating a magazine than a practical resource, alongside dodgy forecasting. We were all eyes and ears here at WRSC, we explored what Surf Captain had to offer. We quickly appreciated how easy the app is, and after a couple of test surfs, we adopted it into our program and used it to plan all of our lessons and trips. Given Micah's regular presence in the lineup here in Tamarindo he would make sure his tool would be the sharpest out there! Leveraging this local knowledge and a really user-friendly way to read current conditions, we are now leaning towards this for our main forecasting choice. We understand that navigating surf apps can be challenging for many of our guests, which is another of our reasons why we've partnered with Micah and Surf Captain. Our collaboration aims to equip our guests with the skills and information you've acquired here and enhance their forecasting ability for future surf sessions. So we are thrilled to have this opportunity and excited to share it with you, our guests. This partnership is just the beginning. With Surf Captain, you... --- > Experience the best surf camp in Costa Rica. All levels welcome, perfect waves in Tamarindo. Your ultimate surf adventure starts here! - Published: 2024-02-28 - Modified: 2025-05-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-surf-camp-your-ultimate-surf-adventure-awaits/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Experience the Best Surfing in Costa Rica "Surfing is the most blissful experience you can have on this planet, a taste of heaven. " – John McCarthy Welcome to Costa Rica Surf Camp, where warm waters, consistent waves, and the spirit of Pura Vida make every surf session unforgettable! Whether you're a seasoned wave rider or just getting started, our surf camp in Costa Rica is designed to help you master the art of surfing while enjoying breathtaking ocean views, expert coaching, and a vibrant surf community. Why Costa Rica Surf Camp? Costa Rica is a top-tier surf destination that attracts wave enthusiasts from all over the world. But why is it the perfect place for your next surf retreat in Costa Rica? Consistent Waves & Ideal Weather With year-round surf and warm water temperatures averaging 80°F (27°C), Costa Rica offers perfect conditions for surfers of all levels. Whether you want gentle waves for learning or big swells for advanced rides, there’s something for everyone. World-Class Surf Spots Costa Rica boasts some of the best surf spots in the world. From Playa Grande Costa Rica Surf Camp with its powerful breaks to beginner-friendly beaches in Tamarindo, you'll always find the right wave for your skill level. Vibrant Surf Culture Surfing in Costa Rica isn’t just a sport; it's a way of life! The laid-back beach towns, friendly locals, and thriving surf community make for an unforgettable experience at any surf camp Costa Rica has to offer. Learn to Surf Today! Surf Lessons: Am I a Beginner or Intermediate? Whether you're a first-time surfer or looking to level up, our Costa Rica surf lessons in Tamarindo cater to all skill levels. Beginners will learn essential techniques like paddling, popping up, and wave selection. Intermediate surfers will refine their turns, positioning, and ocean awareness. Our expert instructors provide hands-on guidance to ensure you're catching waves confidently in no time. The Ultimate Surf Camp Experience Stay at a Costa Rica Surf Resort All-Inclusive At Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we offer beachfront accommodations, daily surf lessons, and everything you need for the ultimate surfing vacation. Our Costa Rica surf camp resort ensures that you’re never far from the waves! Costa Rica Surf Hotel: Stay steps from the beach! Unlimited Surfboard Rentals: Try different boards for different waves. Daily Breakfast: Start your day with delicious fuel for your surf sessions. Is it Safe to... --- > Top 5 Surf Apps. In today’s technological age, we are a mere click away from accessing infinite amounts of information. - Published: 2023-11-18 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-top-5-surf-apps/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Whether you're a tech nerd or a staunch old schooler, surfing is just as much about preparation and planning as it is about actually riding the waves. So, checking conditions ahead of time, mapping out the best spots, and tracking or logging your session are all crucial to a successful day out on the water. There are a number of great apps that can help with all of those things and more. Here are 5 of the best apps for surfers, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro. Take time to check them out as they might just give you that extra edge in your surfing. Surfline If you're serious about surfing, Surfline is an essential app to have on your phone. It provides real-time conditions for over 3,000 surf spots around the world, including live webcam footage, tide information, and swell forecasts. Surf Captain Surf Captain makes knowing the upcoming surfing conditions a breeze. It's an affordable app that we find super accurate and great to cross-reference other surf forecast apps. Where it lacks in the number of available locations, it makes up for in cost, accuracy, and simple use. Dawn Patrol Not for all of us, but to those who like to see and use data to improve or get that little bit more out of your surf sessions, then this app is a must. Track your surf and count your waves with the Dawn Patrol app. You can measure your distance surfed, your waves caught, paddling, and your water time. Windy This Czech-based app is for all water and wind sports enthusiasts. We have found it not only useful but essential to work out any local weather conditions that may affect your upcoming surf session. It's a very detailed and fun app to use. Weather radar, wind, and waves forecast for kiters, surfers, paragliders, pilots, sailors, and anyone else. Worldwide animated weather map. WSL Access an ocean of free surfing content, competitions aside, this app goes way deeper into the rich history of surfing and the path that has gotten competition surfing where it is today. Including podcasts and original series, past event replays and in-depth analysis, surf films, and beyond. --- > Explore the surfing lifestyle and why it brings pure joy and a deeper connection. Discover the magic of riding waves. - Published: 2023-09-25 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/why-surfing-is-a-lifestyle-of-joy-and-connection/ - Categories: Editor's Picks In this big world of ours, filled with all sorts of hobbies and things to do, there's something downright special about riding waves. Surfing isn’t just something you do on weekends; it's a way of life, a rhythm that gets into your bones. So, why pick up a board and hit the waves? Let's chat about why riding those waves fills our hearts with joy and connects us to something bigger. Nature’s Playground The act of Surfing itself can only be done one way and that’s by getting wet; it's a literal immersion into Mother Nature’s playground. You got the sound of waves crashing, the salty wind in your hair, and that feeling of being one with the big blue. Paddle out, feel the ocean's heartbeat, and just like that, you're part of a world bigger than any of us, leaving all those everyday worries on the shore. Mind and Body Boost Surfing is a full-body workout that doesn't feel like it. You're out there having fun, but your body's getting all the good stuff: cardio, endurance , strength and flexibility. Beyond the physical benefits, surfing has a profound impact on mental health. When we're out there, catching waves, our body's pumping out those feel-good endorphins, a chemical that reduces the perception of pain and triggers a positive feeling in the body. At the same time, endorphins boost the release of dopamine, a neurotransmitter that has a positive correlation with mood. Surfing makes your body release endorphins. These are hormones that work as a natural feel good drug. It's like a natural high. Small Wins, Big Rewards Learning to ride waves is a journey marked by small victories and grand breakthroughs. Every time you catch a wave or improve your technique, you experience a sense of accomplishment that resonates beyond the water, it’s like a pat on the back. The patience required to master surfing instills a growth mindset that permeates other aspects of life, encouraging you to embrace challenges with enthusiasm. You are going to fall but if you REALLY want to get better, then you are going to have to get used to falling and failing! Global Family We are still tribal in so many ways and where there are waves you will always find a community based around the waves and beaches that people call home all over the world and that community spans the entire... --- > September Swell 2023 Tamarindo Goes Big - Published: 2023-09-13 - Modified: 2024-10-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/september-swell-2023-tamarindo-goes-big/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/Wet3VllBySk --- > Learn about Malakai Martinez, a talented surfer from Costa Rica, and his inspiring journey from a wave-loving grom to a professional. - Published: 2023-08-16 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-new-vision-of-surfing-with-malakai-martinez/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Surfing isn’t just about catching waves; it’s about the passion, the culture, and the shared experiences that form an important part of this sport. Today, we are excited to introduce a surfer who embodies all these qualities and more - Malakai Martinez, our newest surf ambassador and proud team rider at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Born and raised on the sunny shores of Tamarindo, Costa Rica, Malakai’s journey from a wave-loving grom to a dedicated professional athlete is inspiring. His dedication has set him apart in the national and global surf community. In Malakai's own words, "Coming out of such a small country that is Costa Rica has taught me many things, one of the biggest being that hard work eventually beats talent. The work I put in comes from a place of passion and personal motivation. " His achievements include not only Costa Rican waters but making his mark on the global stage as well: ISA World Junior Championships from 2012-2019, with his best placement in 2016 ranking in the top 10 in the world under 18 years old. Participation in the ISA World Open Championships in 2022 and 2023, placing 22nd best open in the world in both events, facing fierce competition from over 100 participants. Crowned the Azores Pro Junior Champion in 2019 and the runner-up at the Soup Bowl Barbados the same year. Secured the title of Costa Rica National Champion over six times in various age groups and was the 2016 USA Ripcurl National Champion. Celebrating 1st place victory at the 2019 Azores Pro Junior Championship with his hometown crew It's evident that Malakai doesn't just surf; he dominates, and he has his sights set high with ambitions of representing Costa Rica in the Olympics. We're proud to back Malakai in his journey. Not only does he bring a fresh, dynamic vision to our surf camp, but he also adds a level of technical high-performance surfing and knowledge. He represents the future, not just for Witch's Rock Surf Camp, but for all of Tamarindo's locals and aspiring surfers. What excites us further is the content collaboration we have planned. Dive deep into Malakai's world by watching our bio video: We invite our community to share in this incredible journey with Malakai, as he is not just representing Witch’s Rock or Tamarindo, but an entire nation that is Costa Rica. Malakai Martinez, at just 17... --- > Dear Mr. Robert August - Witch's Rock Surf Camp Post - Published: 2023-07-21 - Modified: 2023-07-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/dear-mr-robert-august/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Robert has had many adventures, more by the time he was 18 than most of us will have in our entire lives. It was a fateful one that changed his life and the future of one of Central America’s most beautiful countries. We all know Robert’s story from his early chronicles of traveling the world filming the Endless Summer, his success as one of the most prominent shapers to come out of California, and all his philanthropy work that he has worked hard to make a difference for families coming from difficult backgrounds. Robert at his house talking about the original photo that became the artwork for the surf film that defined a generation, The Endless Summer. Rewatch the video:Robert had been coming down to Costa Rica for many years on the word of a Floridian fisherman. He said that there were waves aplenty, the women were beautiful, and the beer was cold! That was more than enough to tempt the adventurous spirit of a still handsome but older Robert August. It would turn out to be more than just a surf getaway and would eventually become HOME. His feature in the second of the iconic movies, The Endless Summer 2, put Costa Rica on the surfing map, and since then, it has welcomed thousands of surf-hungry adventurers to this Rich Coast's shore, changing the economy and lives of so many Costa Ricans and surfers alike. This is a fact that I believe he will never comprehend: to think that this Pole Vaulting, Class Body President from Huntington beach would have such an impact on so many. During that time, Robert met with a young fellow Californian starting his own adventures here in Costa Rica. Waves were surfed, beers were shared, and a relationship was formed. That man was Joe Walsh, founder of Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Joe was ecstatic to have Robert be part of the camp. He became the in-house shaper at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, and a solid and productive partnership was made. With over 2000 boards hand-shaped by Robert over the last 12 years, so many stories, handshakes, order cards for custom boards, and polaroids were taken to be on his famous shaping bay wall. Joe Walsh & Robert August when they recorded ”Making the Movie: The Endless Summer”. You can re-listen to it and check it out here:To many, he has put his hands... --- > Take your longboarding to the next level with the Firewire TJ Pro Model. Designed for advanced surfers, offers performance and precision. - Published: 2023-06-14 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/firewire-longboards-tj-pro-model-board-review/ - Categories: Editor's Picks As Costa Rica's Official DEMO Center for FireWire Surfboards, we can not but help (actually it’s our job) to try as many of the new boards that come through the doors. This review is not only my opinion but we have sat down and spoke with our feet on the sand, surf coaches, all and any of our staff that has taken the board for a slide. The Firewire TJ Pro Model, developed in collaboration with renowned longboarder Taylor Jensen, is designed to take your longboarding experience to new heights. Enhanced Performance: The Firewire TJ Pro Model, meticulously crafted with cutting-edge technology and utmost attention to detail, significantly augments your longboarding performance. Don't be scared by the 'PRO' in the name; it's designed to deliver high performance, but it isn't exclusively for advanced surfers. We all agreed that the board excelled in terms of responsiveness and maneuverability, allowing for precise turns and seamless transitions between maneuvers. Its sleek design and refined outline make it an ideal choice for those seeking to push the boundaries of high-performance longboarding, while also allowing novice longboarders to test their limits in the surf. Optimized Design for Maximum Glide: The TJ Pro Model proved ideally suited to the waves in our region. Our coaches took it from out front to the peaks of Playa Grande, down to the long walls of Nosara, and all arrived at the same conclusion: this board's design elements optimize glide and sustain momentum on the wave. The single concave bottom contour of the board ensures lift and speed, facilitating effortless trim and extended nose rides. Additionally, the refined rails and tail shape enhance control and responsiveness, allowing for smooth and graceful transitions from rail to rail. It's true to its description - it's a performance board that truly PERFORMS! Captured in action, coach Andrey pushes the boundaries of the TJ Pro Model right on our home break, skillfully navigating through fast-paced sections. Durability and Eco-Friendliness: Firewire is renowned for its commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices, and the TJ Pro Model is a testament to this. Constructed using their signature Timbertek technology, the board has admirably withstood the relentless Costa Rican sun and the constant activity of our rental fleet. The durability of the Timbertek construction is a standout feature that has us truly appreciating this type of construction. It's durable, environmentally friendly, and looks beautiful too. What's not to... --- > Explore the fascinating world of river mouths and estuaries. Discover how these ever-changing environments impact surfing experiences. - Published: 2023-06-06 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-ever-changing-river/ - Categories: Editor's Picks What is a River Mouth? A river mouth is where the journey of a river ends and vast expanse of the ocean begins, an estuary is typically a transition area that exists before a river reaches its final destination at a saltwater location. This meeting point is a somewhat enclosed body of water that stands as a dynamic transition zone. Estuaries, one of nature's most intricate and ever-changing phenomena, are sites of significant processes that have substantial impacts on both their local environments and our surfing experiences. Tamarindo River Mouth at low tide, February 2023Scientists have studied estuaries from almost every perspective imaginable. However, as surfers, we experience their impact in a unique, visceral way that directly affects our 'stoke level'—a term surfers use to describe the level of excitement and enthusiasm about the waves, for example; the physics and mathematics behind the way the two water masses interact come simply down to during calm periods of waves and river flow, sediment from the river is deposited on the ocean floor to then be changed by differing weather and swell patterns. Just as they do with most beaches in the world. In simpler terms, the better the conditions, the higher our stoke level. Right hander wave at the river mouth, 2021 Some of the most perfect, long, and hollow waves exist at the mouths of rivers, thanks to sandbars created and maintained by the river, the tide, and the waves. River mouth sandbars are never in the same place nor totally fixed in one spot. They exist in a state of fluid equilibrium, maintaining more or less the same size and shape over the long term, but varying in the short term according to conditions. The Tamarindo River mouth is no exception, and many long-term Tamarindo locals have seen this river change drastically over the 30 or so years that surfing has been popular in Costa Rica. It has produced some of the best waves and barrels ever seen on this stretch of coastline we call home. Old lifeguard tower and green zone in front of the surf camp, December 2020. The best years of 2014 up till around 2016 the river flowed straight and hard making a defined line between Tamarindo and Playa Grande, with the wave breaking deep to the north in the river. A rifling right-hander with intimidating sections could literally break boards and necks, but... --- > Experience the thrill of Witch's Rock with our newest addition, the Dos Locos power catamaran. Surf legendary waves in comfort and style. - Published: 2023-05-03 - Modified: 2025-06-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/riding-dos-locos-witchs-rock-waves/ - Categories: Editor's Picks For the thrill-seekers and wave riders who love to venture beyond the familiar, we at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp have an exhilarating announcement that will take your surfing adventures to new heights. We're delighted to unveil our newest pride and joy, the "Dos Locos", a sleek, state-of-the-art 28 ft power catamaran. Designed with a dual 2x200 HP Suzuki outboard setup, this vessel is built for speed and comfort, promising to whisk you away to the legendary, golden shores of Witch's Rock, the inspiration behind our namesake. The selection of "Dos Locos" boat was not by chance, it was carefully chosen by Joe, our founder, and CEO. Known for pushing boundaries to deliver experiences that he himself wants to share with our guests, he meticulously picked this boat from an array of options. His vision was to marry the adrenaline rush of adventure with the comfort that our guests deserve. "Dos Locos" is a reflection of that vision. It boasts a top-loading rack for boards, plush, comfortable seating, an internal daybed for those much-needed rest periods, and a fully-stocked cooler to keep you hydrated. Ample shade ensures that our guests can recharge comfortably between epic surf sessions. Our surf trips kick-off bright and early, With a hot cup of coffee from our Dawn Patrol Cafe in hand, our spirits high, and the boards loaded, we drive to the serene bay of Playa Panama. From there, Dos Locos charges up the coast for a day of thrill and excitement. This luxury service is now available for our advanced tours and anyone wishing to reserve the boat for a full day of surfing. Witch’s Rock, the legendary wave off Playa Naranjo in North West Guanacaste, and our namesake, is an awe-inspiring spectacle of nature. This world-class beach break, part of the Santa Rosa National Park, is world renowned for its long lefts, rights, and the way it transforms into an exhilarating, leg-burning barrel during a swell. Featured in The Endless Summer II, Witch's Rock is a testament to the pure, raw power and beauty of nature. For those whose thirst for adventure knows no bounds, deeper within the Santa Rosa National Park lies Ollie’s Point. This hidden gem springs to life during a solid south swell, offering long right-handers that are sure to make your trip worthwhile. This service is now available not only for our advanced tours but also for anyone... --- > Step into the world of surf coaching and lifeguard training. Follow the journey of surf coaches as they embark on a commitment to safety. - Published: 2023-04-25 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-commitment-to-safety-how-witchs-rock-surf-camp-trains-its-coaches-for-water-rescue/ - Categories: Editor's Picks As I sit in my comfortable, air-conditioned office, I can't help but think about what our surf coaches are about to embark on. It takes me back to when I was a surf coach going through the same lifeguard program. I remember thinking, "I'm in good shape. How hard can it be? " Then you meet Captain Luis Hidalgo, President of the National Association of Lifeguards of Costa Rica. Always smiling, his demeanor initially evokes the typical Pura Vida attitude—until training begins. Seasoned coaches Carlos and Mateo know what's coming, but for new coaches Cristopher, Valentina, and Oscar, their faces tighten as the reality sets in. For the next seven days, they'll endure 4-5 hours of daily grueling physical training, performing rescues and resuscitation drills, followed by another 4 hours of afternoon classroom instruction on rescue theory and hands-on CPR practice for first responders—all under the watchful eye of Captain Luis. And don't forget, the Captain loves handing out push-ups—lots of them. Make sure to arrive early, as you’ll be doing 10 push-ups for every minute you show up late! Disciplined and dedicated, Luis Hidalgo has spent the past 30 years developing this lifeguard training course. On a mission to raise awareness, he has trained over 800 lifeguards, with the primary goal of preserving human lives. He takes this whole lifeguard training program seriously, as he should. https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=jSCQWayrRCs The week-long course was one of the most physically and mentally demanding experiences I've ever encountered. It pushes you to your physical limit before immediately thrusting you into a rescue situation that demands critical thinking and decision-making skills. This course has stayed with me, and to this day it has helped me personally make and assist with ocean rescues. Witch's Rock Surf Camp is proud to share Captain Luis Hidalgo’s ideology. We want every guest to feel safe and comfortable in the ocean. Our surf coaches are not only experts in surf instruction, but every single surf coach must successfully pass the rigorous Costa Rican Lifeguard Certification program in order to become an official member of our team. As we watch the new coaches tackle the course for the first time and our veteran coaches refresh their skills and knowledge, we want to congratulate this year's coaches on completing the Costa Rica National Lifeguard Program. They persevered through the grueling week-long course, earning top marks and, of course,... --- > Witness the amazing journey of New York actress Mary Davis as she conquers the waves at Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Costa Rica. - Published: 2023-04-17 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wave-rider-in-the-making-how-mary-achieved-her-surfing-dream/ - Categories: Editor's Picks We recently had the pleasure of welcoming New York actress Mary Davis to our very own Witch's Rock Surf Camp. What happened during her stay with us has been happening every week for the past 20+ years, but even still, every week when it happens we get really pumped and this time we just had to share! Mary found us through a Google search, and after reading our rave reviews, she took the plunge and joined us for a week of surf, sun, and Pura Vida vibes. The amazing part? She had only surfed a couple of times in her life. But with just one week at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, Mary transformed into a wave-riding sensation! Mary wanted to find a place where she could spend her entire week focusing solely on learning to ride waves. Basically she wanted to figure this whole surfing thing out. And from the looks of it, that’s what she did. With her coach Cristopher by her side, Mary quickly advanced from being a newbie beginner to confidently catching waves like a seasoned surfer. This video is a quick glimpse into Mary’s mindset, showing us that with the right attitude and determination anyone can learn how to surf. So kick back, watch Mary rip a few waves, and get inspired to take your own surfing journey. And who knows, maybe you’ll be the next one to achieve your surfing dreams right here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. The video we've put together captures Mary's journey from being a beginner Featuring her coach pushing her into waves and the insightful interview we conducted, this video showcases the power of determination, hard work, and the magic of our surf camp experience. We love to see the Witch’s Rock Surf Camp family grow. https://youtu. be/oUR5-wpXcXc --- > Get ready for your surf trip with our ultimate packing checklist. Don't miss a single item for the perfect surf experience. - Published: 2023-04-04 - Modified: 2025-05-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pack-for-any-surf-trip-the-ultimate-checklist-2023/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks I know that feeling all too well – the excitement of booking a plane ticket for a surf trip is unmatched. The anticipation of riding the waves, exploring new destinations, and immersing yourself in the surf lifestyle is truly unbeatable. But as the reality sets in, you start to stress about what you should bring. You scour the internet for packing lists, only to find articles written by people who've never actually been on a surf trip. Or, the lists are filled with so many unnecessary items that you'd need to hire a porter just to carry it all. And that's exactly why we wrote this blog. We're here to help you pack for your next surf trip, no matter where it takes you (but if you're considering Costa Rica, we highly recommend Witch's Rock Surf Camp! ). The following sections outline what we consider “essentials” for any surf trip. /*! elementor - v3. 14. 0 - 26-06-2023 */ . elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}. elementor-widget-heading . elementor-heading-title>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}. elementor-widget-heading . elementor-heading-title. elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}. elementor-widget-heading . elementor-heading-title. elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}. elementor-widget-heading . elementor-heading-title. elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}. elementor-widget-heading . elementor-heading-title. elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}. elementor-widget-heading . elementor-heading-title. elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px} Travel Documents I guess I shouldn’t have to bring this up but without these items on your checklist you’re not going anywhere. Passports, travel visas, and a valid driver's license can get overlooked in the packing, so put it on the top of your list. Once you arrive, credit cards are often used when renting equipment or vehicles. Most places support a banking system with plenty of ATM’s so don’t forget your ATM card. Cash is king. US dollars are accepted around the world, but not always, so always try to have some local currency on hand. Smaller bills will make it easier for you to use and be aware of the local exchange rate when dealing with local shops and vendors. Passport Travel Visa Driver’s license Credit card ATM card Cash Surf Gear Without the right gear, you might be sitting on the beach looking for shade rather than looking for shade in the barrel. There are many variables when it comes to surfing, so checking local weather systems and the type of surf conditions you might be faced with will ultimately determine what goes in the back pack. If you're bringing your own surfboard, make sure it's properly packed and protected during travel. Alternatively, consider renting a surfboard at your destination to save... --- > Explore your passion for surfing at a top-rated Costa Rica Surf School with classes for all skill levels, from beginner to expert. - Published: 2023-03-05 - Modified: 2025-03-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-surf-school-learn-to-surf-in-paradise/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks https://youtu. be/J-tylnNtCV8 Why Learning to Surf Alone is a Challenge Surfing is one of the most exhilarating sports in the world, but learning on your own? That’s a different story. Without the right guidance, beginner surfers struggle with wave selection, paddling techniques, and the nuances of timing. Many give up before they even catch their first real wave. This is where a professional Costa Rica Surf School makes all the difference. At Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, our structured surf programs are designed to take you from absolute beginner to confident surfer in a matter of days. Whether you’re looking to check surfing off your bucket list or start a lifelong passion, our expert instructors, ideal waves, and immersive surf experience guarantee results! Ready to Ride Your First Wave? Contact Us Today! contact (1) "*" indicates required fields First Name*Last Name*Email* Phone2*CommentsEmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Δ Testimonials: Proven Success Stories “Before coming to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, I had never touched a surfboard. The Beginner Surf Program gave me everything I needed—excellent coaching, fun vibes, and an incredible experience! By the end of my trip, I was riding waves confidently. Highly recommended! ” – Michelle Martinez Many students just like Michelle have transformed their surfing skills through our Costa Rica Surf School. Whether you’re a total beginner or need to refine your technique, we’ll help you progress faster than you ever imagined! < Learn to Surf in Tamarindo, Costa Rica Welcome to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Located in Tamarindo, one of the most beginner-friendly surf towns in Costa Rica, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp offers an immersive surf experience designed for first-timers and developing surfers alike. Our Beginner Surf Package is more than just surf lessons—it’s a fully curated adventure packed with daily coaching, hands-on instruction, and community-driven fun. What’s Included in Our Beginner Surf Package? Expert Coaching – Daily surf lessons with certified instructors Video Analysis – Learn faster by reviewing your surf sessions Beachfront Accommodations – Stay right on the sand with ocean views Unlimited Surfboard Use – Practice as much as you like Surf Seminars & Theory – Learn everything from ocean safety to wave dynamics Free Airport Transportation – Hassle-free arrival and departure Located directly on the beach, just steps from the best beginner waves in Tamarindo! Why Choose Costa Rica Surf School for Beginners? A Legacy of Surf Success... --- > Discover the joy of cruising Tamarindo with a golf cart rental. Enjoy a fun and stress-free way to explore the town. - Published: 2023-02-25 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/take-it-slow-and-enjoy-tamarindo-rent-a-golf-cart/ - Categories: Editor's Picks Welcome to Tamarindo, Costa Rica! If you're planning a trip to our beautiful town, you'll find that it's small and easy to navigate. While walking is a great way to get around and see everything Tamarindo has to offer, we understand that it may not be for everyone. That's where a golf cart rental could be a fun alternative for those who want a unique way to explore the town. And wouldn’t you know it? Witch’s Rock Surf Camp now has 3 golf carts available for rent for our guests. These electric golf carts are perfect for cruising locally and exploring all that Tamarindo has to offer. They're easy to navigate and easy to park, especially in the busier parts of town. They're environmentally friendly, so you can feel good that you’re not burning any gas. And they’re also fun to drive! One of the advantages of renting a golf cart is that it allows you to explore some areas of Tamarindo that you otherwise might not see. The far end of Playa Tamarindo (Capitan Suizo) is a good spot to visit. With limited parking options along the 2 beach access trails, parking the golf cart is a snap. We also suggest checking out the beaches in Langosta, located just past Capitan Suizo about 1. 5 miles south. There are a few great photo spots you can drive to along the multiple backroads in Tamarindo, so go find and capture that iconic Tamarindo sunset. And let’s not forget a Tamarindo pub crawl. Always more fun to do with a golf cart (and with a designated driver of course! ) Besides the tourist stuff, just driving a golf cart down the road is a fun experience. You’re in the shade but you’re still outside. There’s always so much to see throughout the town. The traffic jams don’t suck quite as bad. The sights, sounds, and smells of this Costa Rica beach culture can be fully absorbed as you cruise town at 8 mph. So there you go. Honestly, you don’t need a golf cart in Tamarindo. But you just might want one. And if you do, just let us know! You can rent golf carts by the day or by the week, and it's a breeze to add one to your existing surf camp reservation. Contact our reservations office for more information, or stop by our surf shop when you’re... --- > When Under the Radar Swell hits Tamarindo January 2023 - Published: 2023-01-30 - Modified: 2024-10-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/when-under-the-radar-swell-hits-tamarindo-january-2023/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/VL3fiszRkNw --- > One of the benefits of working for Witch's Rock Surf Camp is having access to a wide range boards, Firewire Evo Helium Surfboard Review - Published: 2022-11-10 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/firewire-evo-helium-surfboard-review/ - Categories: Blog As you've probably heard through our social media and newsletter, Witch's Rock has opened a new surf shop right across from El Vaquero and it's STOCKED with brand new surfboards and equipment. Witch's Rock guests now have an extensive selection of Al Merricks, Torqs, and Firewires. In total, we've got about 50 new shred sticks to ride in addition to the 250 in the board cage. https://youtu. be/yGuK_qTYNq8 One of the benefits of working for Witch's Rock Surf Camp is having access to a wide range boards, and if the boss is in a good mood, we can grab one for some "quality assurance testing. " As we sit here during the last week February, the South Pacific has come back to life and there is a solid SSW ground swell in the water (3. 5 ft at 16 seconds from 214°). I figured this would be an excellent oppurtunity to test out another board in our new quiver. For my second review, I grabbed a 5'5 Evo by Firewire. Here are the full dimensions for all the surfboard nerds out there. 5'5 height by 19 1/2 width by 2 1/2 thickness with 30. 5 Liters of volume. Here is how the board performed in head high to slightly overhead right handers at a local reef-break. Wind was light onshore so a bit mushy but long lines and open walls. Catching Waves This board's unique shape is referred to as a "modern planing hull" which is a fancy way to describe it's compressed shape and lack of traditional nose. This shape allows more foam compressed in the center and nose of the board which helped me stroke into waves a little easier. Also, the Helium technology makes the board so light and buoyant that planed quickly once I started paddling to push me over the edge. Speed This board is undeniably fast. Even though I was surfing powerful waves that naturally provided speed, the board maintained its pace when the wave got fat and also when I performed big swooping roundhouse cutbacks. I was able to go further out on the shoulder of the wave and swoop back to the white water as a one-stage turn and no fluttering or unnecessary pumping. The Evo has distinct channels running the length of the bottom of the board. You can see that it's s double concave leading to a quad concave... --- > Join us for Halloween surfing in Tamarindo! Experience thrilling waves, spooky festivities, and unforgettable memories this Halloween season. - Published: 2022-11-02 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/halloween-surfing-in-tamarindo-the-spookiest-thing-happened/ - Categories: Blog https://youtu. be/02fARO93mRA Tamarindo has a history of taking Halloween seriously, and this year was no exception. Witch's Rock Surf Camp was happy to help support ADI Tamarindo (Tamarindo's community group) by helping to organize a great weekend event of trick or treat, parties, dinners, and concerts. And since the organizers also needed SURFING, we of course had to help out by hosting the official Surf and Costume contest and beach cleanup in memory of Tamarindo local surfer Ellen Zoe Golden. Special thanks to the following companies and brands for their support: ADI Tamarindo https://www. playatamarindo. org/ The Clean Wave https://www. thecleanwave. org/ Surfing Republica https://www. surfingrepublica. com/ Channel Islands Surfboards https://cisurfboards. com/ A shout out to all of the music artists that joined us for this weekend of fun. Thank you Brother Brutus, Fatanista, Jesse Bishop, and Johnny Man! Thank you very much to everyone who came out this past weekend for the event, it was a really fun time. And if you missed it, don't worry, we'll do it again next year. --- > Discover the breathtaking beauty of Playa Grande captured by our drone. Watch the captivating video and experience the stunning scenery. - Published: 2022-10-29 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/we-sent-the-drone-to-playa-grande-and-found-this/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/Ept8yFL96aw --- > Planning a surf trip to Costa Rica? Get all your questions about surf camps in Costa Rica answered in our helpful guide. - Published: 2022-10-18 - Modified: 2025-05-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/questions-and-answers-about-costa-rica-surf-camps/ - Categories: Costa Rica Surfing Planning a surf trip to Costa Rica? Whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced surfer, this combined FAQ guide covers everything you need to know about surf camps in Costa Rica — with a special focus on Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo. 1. What is the best surf camp in Costa Rica? The best surf camp in Costa Rica depends on your skill level, budget, and goals. However, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo is a top-rated option for all levels, offering beachfront lodging, expert coaching, daily surf tours, and a welcoming community. 2. How much does a Costa Rica surf camp cost? Surf camp pricing varies by season and inclusions. Basic packages range from $800–$1,500 per week, while all-inclusive surf camp packages can run $1,500–$3,000, including accommodations, meals, surf lessons, and tours. 3. Are there any all-inclusive surf camps in Costa Rica? Yes! Many surf camps in Costa Rica offer all-inclusive options that bundle surf lessons, meals, accommodations, tours, and more. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp specializes in these flexible, stress-free packages. 4. What are the top beginner surf camps in Costa Rica? Costa Rica beginner surf camps are known for their safe beach breaks and professional instruction. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp offers beginner-focused programs with small group lessons, ideal conditions, and bilingual instructors. 5. Where can I find a family-friendly surf camp in Costa Rica? Yes! Witch’s Rock Surf Camp offers family surf packages with lessons for kids and adults, plus non-surf activities like snorkeling, wildlife tours, and catamaran cruises. 6. What should I pack for a Costa Rica surf camp? Bring:Rash guard or surf shirtReef-safe sunscreenSwimsuitsHat, sunglasses, and flip-flopsLight breathable clothingReusable water bottleTravel insurance (recommended) 7. What is the best time of year to go to a surf camp in Costa Rica? Dry Season (Dec–April): Great for beginners; small to medium, clean waves. Green Season (May–Nov): Bigger swells, fewer crowds — perfect for intermediate and advanced surfers. 8. How are the waves at surf camps in Costa Rica for beginners? Many surf spots in Costa Rica, especially around Tamarindo, have gentle, consistent waves that are ideal for beginners. Beach breaks like Playa Tamarindo and Playa Grande offer forgiving conditions for learning to surf. 9. Do Costa Rica surf camps offer lessons for advanced surfers? Yes, most surf camps in Costa Rica cater to all levels, including advanced surfers. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, for example, offers personalized... --- > Experience the thrill of longboarding in the early morning in Avellanas in October. Watch the video to see the amazing ride! - Published: 2022-10-16 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/longboarding-in-avellanas-early-morning-in-october-costa-rica-drone-video-in-hd/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/E5NKmGxbuw0 --- > Get the latest Avellanas surf report for optimal wave conditions. Stay informed and catch the best waves this season. - Published: 2022-10-05 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-oct-5-2022/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/Jg4Q9i77GhU --- > Calling all longboard enthusiasts! Uncover the top longboard waves along the south bay of Tamarindo with this captivating video. - Published: 2022-09-30 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/shelter-storm-longboard-waves-tamarindo/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/0_9C903lm2c --- > Treat yourself to the tropical goodness of Tamarindo Longboard Beaver. Enjoy the exquisite taste of this unique and refreshing beverage. - Published: 2022-09-27 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-longboard-beaver-september-27-2022/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/FfOHYTdL3pY --- > Costa Rica Surf Report - Marbella, Guanacaste September 22. 2022 - Published: 2022-09-22 - Modified: 2023-06-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-surf-report-marbella-guanacaste-september-22-2022/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/0Pgqp8V7sh0 --- > Surfing Tamarindo - Surf Report September 19, 2022 - Published: 2022-09-19 - Modified: 2025-03-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfing-tamarindo-surf-report-september-19-2022/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/jPF2s0FuW6Q --- > Explore the world of Rob Machado's Seaside & Beyond and get inspired by the pure fun and connection with the waves. - Published: 2022-09-14 - Modified: 2025-06-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/mid-length-surfboard-movement-rob-machado-seaside-and-beyond/ - Categories: Editor's Picks Let's face it; 99. 999% of surfers will never see a dime for their obscure hobby. There's no money, glory, or fame in our 5:00 am strike missions. We do it for the love of the ride, the intimate connection with the ocean and maybe, just maybe, catching ONE amazing wave that will lighten our mood for the rest of the day. Yes, surfing is about fun, and anyone who thinks otherwise should take up another hobby... like accounting or data analysis. However you obtain your "fun" in surfing is up to you. Some wave-riders enjoy the mellow, free ride that a longboard provides while others enjoy hammering big top-turns and aerial maneuvers on their high-performance shortboards. This dualism in surfing of Longboard vs Shortboard has been prevalent in the culture for 50+ years with most surfers setting their roots in one category... until now. Made famous by professional surfer and style master, Rob Machado, mid-length surfboards are bridging the divide between the longboard soul surfers and shortboard hot-shots. What exactly is considered a mid-length surfboard and does this goldilocks paradigm of the one-board quiver really exist? Consider this: on either side of the spectrum, a mid-length board can help improve your surfing and levels of enjoyment. If you're a longboarder seeking more maneuverability but need the extra volume for paddling power, a mid-length fulfills both of these needs. If you're a shortboarder that wants to catch more waves on smaller days and but still bang out some powerful turns and maybe even an air, once again, the mid-length fulfills these needs. Drawing inspiration from the mellow, lined-up waves of Cardiff Reef in San Diego, Rob Machado and Firewire joined forces to create the "Seaside & Beyond" mid-length surfboard. This board can be ordered from a 6'8 - 7'6 with anywhere between 41 and 59 liters of volume. As Rob Machado puts it, "Stretching out my Seaside fish model to a 7 footer was a life changing experience. I got really addicted to it for a while; I couldn't get off of it. Now it's just a staple in my quiver that I take with me no matter where I'm going. The first feeling that really captured my attention with the 7 foot Seaside & Beyond was "the glide". When you get into mid-length surfboards, you have much more glide and ease of catching waves. Getting up into that... --- > Discover why the Nguyen family chooses our surf camp time and time again. Read their heartfelt testimonial. - Published: 2022-08-17 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/this-week-we-gave-the-mic-to-the-nguyen-family/ - Categories: Editor's Picks This week we gave the mic to the Nguyen family who we consider, "super-return guests" to understand why they choose our surf camp time and time again. Their testimonial is heart warming. --- > Discover the transformation of Joe's Tiki Hut at Witch's Rock Surf Camp into a boho chic paradise. Beachfront accommodations. - Published: 2022-08-15 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/joes-tiki-hut-turns-boho-chic-in-an-epic-remodel/ - Categories: Editor's Picks Previous Next As you enter Witch's Rock Surf Camp and Eat at Joe’s, and as you walk out towards the beach, have you ever noticed the mysterious staircase and 2nd-floor private deck on your right-hand side? That’s actually a full ocean view apartment where the owner of Witch’s Rock, Joe Walsh, lived with his family for 15 years while simultaneously running the camp. When Joe's third child was born in 2015, his family moved into a house just down the street, and Joe's Tiki Hut apartment became the crown jewel of the surf camp’s beachfront accommodations. Of the 20 hotel rooms on the beach at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, Joe's Tiki Hut is our premium spot for large groups and families. With over 1000 sq. ft. of air-conditioned living space, a wonderful kitchen, and a covered terrace with spectacular ocean views, this 3-bedroom unit can accommodate 6-8 guests comfortably. Over the past 2 months, the surf camp’s design team has worked very hard to remodel Joe’s Tiki Hut with updated flooring, furniture, beds, bathrooms, pendant lighting, new doors, windows, and native hardwoods that bring the textures of the jungle into this modern living space. The outdoor wrap-around terrace is more comfortable and private than ever. We've included a large outdoor dining table, privacy walls, and lounge area that offers the best golden-hour sunset views in Tamarindo. But don't take our word for it, check out the photos above. Now that Joe’s Apartment has been completed, we’re ready to rock and roll for your next surf trip vacation! Contact us at 1-888-318-7873 with your inquiry or email us at reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com. --- > Experience the thrill of longboard waves at one of Playa Tamarindo's best peaks. Watch the video to see the action! - Published: 2022-08-03 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/longboard-waves-at-one-of-playa-tamarindos-best-peaks-pico-grande-surf-report-august-3-2022/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/gmNrtKU-4dE --- > Get ready for the ultimate surf experience at the Great Lakes Surf Festival in Muskegon, Michigan Join us for a weekend of epic surfing, - Published: 2022-08-03 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/great-lakes-surf-festival-michigan/ - Categories: Editor's Picks Surfing is all about the free ride... . . Whether you're charging double-overhead Mexican beach break or you're hanging a cheater five on a knee-high mush burger, the stoke that you feel after a great ride is undeniable. Surfing has truly become a worldwide sport (credits to our friend, Robert August). It seems that wherever the weather conditions exist to produce a rideable swell, the locals turn up with surfboards in hand and finds a way to catch a wave. Some would argue that the most hard-core surfers in the world are not from California, or Australia, or even Hawaii, but from a small town in mainland America where the conditions are downright brutal and surfers are melting icicles off their beards: Muskegon, Michigan. The town of Muskegon, Michigan is mostly known for fishing, historic architecture, and pleasure boating. But due to its west-facing coastline along the expansive Lake Michigan, Muskegon can get some downright epic surf. Although most surfable days are windblown knee-to-waist high, legend has it that when conditions come together during a big winter storm, these freshwater waves can have a short window of perfection. The surf community in Muskegon is growing everyday. There is so much love and stoke focused around wave-riding, that every year in mid August, this surf town in Michigan hosts the Great Lakes Surf Festival with a full agenda of events including: surf and SUP lessons, live music, art galleries, local cuisine, and a free raffle giveaway. WHAT: Great Lakes Surf Festival WHERE: Pere Marquette Beach, Muskegon Michigan WHEN: August 13th 12:30 - 6:00pm Prizes include: surfboards, surf gear, clothing... . . This year for the 2022 Great Lakes Surf Festival, the Grand Prize is a 7-night surf trip to Witch's Rock Surf Camp for two in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. The organizers of the festival are a group of experienced surfers and board riders who have a heart for the Great Lakes surfing community and are focused on sharing the stoke and on giving back. It's a celebration of Great Lakes surf culture and is open to all types of disciplines that enjoy the surf. "The goal of our festival is to bring people together and most of the water activities will focus on fun for all ages and a safe family atmosphere. " Although we cannot make it to the even this year, we can't wait to see photos and... --- > Another Fun Day At Playa Avellanas - Surf Report July 28, 2022 - Published: 2022-07-28 - Modified: 2024-10-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/another-fun-day-at-playa-avellanas-surf-report-july-28-2022/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/S6tOcFSztxk --- > Fun Waves at Playa Avellanas- Surf Report July 26, 2022 - Published: 2022-07-26 - Modified: 2024-10-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/fun-waves-at-playa-avellanas-surf-report-july-26-2022/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/UaPyZj6f-wM --- > Experience the best surf camps in Costa Rica with all-inclusive packages. Get everything you need for an epic surf adventure. - Published: 2022-07-23 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/discover-the-best-costa-rica-surf-camps-all-inclusive-packages/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Discover the Best Costa Rica Surf Camps All-Inclusive Packages When it comes to planning the ultimate surf getaway, there's no destination quite like Costa Rica. With its pristine beaches, consistent waves, and vibrant local culture, this Central American paradise offers everything a surfer could dream of. For those seeking the ultimate convenience and value, Costa Rica surf camps all-inclusive packages provide an unbeatable experience. Why Choose an All-Inclusive Surf Camp? All-inclusive surf camps in Costa Rica take the hassle out of planning your trip. Imagine arriving at your destination with everything you need already arranged: accommodation, meals, surf lessons, equipment, and even transportation. These packages are designed to ensure you can focus on what really matters – catching waves and having the time of your life. The Benefits of All-Inclusive Surf Packages Cost-Effective: Paying for an all-inclusive package can be more economical than booking everything separately. These packages often come with discounts on accommodation and activities, giving you more bang for your buck. Convenience: Everything is taken care of for you. From airport transfers to daily meals, all you need to do is show up and surf. This is especially beneficial for first-time visitors who may not be familiar with the local area. Community: Surf camps foster a sense of community. You'll be surrounded by fellow surf enthusiasts, making it easy to make new friends and share the stoke. Group activities and shared meals add to the camaraderie. Expert Guidance: Whether you're a beginner or an experienced surfer, having access to professional instructors can significantly enhance your skills. Instructors provide personalized tips and ensure your safety in the water. Featured All-Inclusive Surf Camp: Witch’s Rock Surf Camp If you're looking for the best Costa Rica surf camps all-inclusive packages, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp stands out as a top choice. Located in Tamarindo, this renowned surf camp offers a range of packages designed to suit surfers of all levels. Their all-inclusive packages include: Accommodation: Stay in comfortable, beachfront rooms with stunning views. Meals: Enjoy delicious, healthy meals prepared daily. Surf Lessons: Receive expert instruction tailored to your skill level. Equipment: Access to high-quality surfboards and gear. Activities: Participate in additional activities like yoga, excursions, and social events. Explore Witch’s Rock Surf Camp All-Inclusive Packages What to Expect at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is more than just a place to surf; it's an immersive experience. Here's what... --- > Small Day at Tamarindo and Casitas- Surf Report July 23, 2022 - Published: 2022-07-23 - Modified: 2024-10-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/small-day-at-tamarindo-and-casitas-surf-report-july-23-2022/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/rXxiL3ywM30 --- > Great Waves at Playa Langosta's River Mouth - Surf Report July 20, 2022 - Published: 2022-07-20 - Modified: 2024-10-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/great-waves-at-playa-langostas-river-mouth-surf-report-july-20-2022/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/2m_lU0AZRws --- > One of the benefits of working for Witch's Rock Surf Camp is having access to a wide range boards,The Firewire Cymatic Review - Published: 2022-07-19 - Modified: 2025-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-firewire-cymatic-review-a-high-performance-surfboard-for-intermediate-and-advanced-surfers/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks As you've probably heard through our social media and newsletter, Witch's Rock has opened a new surf shop right across from El Vaquero and it's STOCKED with brand new surfboards and equipment. Witch's Rock guests now have an extensive selection of Al Merricks, Torqs, and Firewires. In total, we've got about 50 new shred sticks to ride in addition to the 250 in the board cage. https://youtu. be/yGuK_qTYNq8One of the benefits of working for Witch's Rock Surf Camp is having access to a wide range boards, and if the boss is in a good mood, we can grab one for some "quality assurance testing. " As we sit here during the last week February, the South Pacific has come back to life and there is a solid SSW ground swell in the water (3. 5 ft at 16 seconds from 214°). I figured this would be an excellent oppurtunity to test out another board in our new quiver. The Firewire Cymatic is a high-performance surfboard that combines the best features of the Sci-Fi and Omni models to create an ultra-advanced shape. In this Firewire Cymatic review, we'll take a closer look at the key features, performance, and construction of this innovative surfboard. One of the standout features of the Cymatic is its double bat tail, which adds much-needed grip to the wave's face and offsets the extreme lift and speed created by the quad inside single concave. This combination of design elements makes for a surfing experience that is both stable and fast, with a level of control that is unparalleled in the surf industry. Despite its high-performance design, the Cymatic is also an extremely versatile board that is suitable for waves ranging from 1 to 5 feet. Its slightly increased rocker and ease of use make it a great choice for intermediate and advanced surfers who are looking to progress their skills in smaller waves. And when the waves start to get bigger, the Cymatic's familiarity and 'barely out of control in a fun way' speed will appeal to those who love to surf at the highest level. In terms of construction, the Firewire Cymatic is built to last. It features a strong, lightweight EPS foam core, reinforced with a layer of epoxy resin and a high-quality, glass fiber fabric. This combination of materials creates a board that is both durable and responsive, with a lively feel underfoot... --- > Pico Pequeño and Pico Grande - Surf Report July 18, 2022 - Published: 2022-07-18 - Modified: 2024-10-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pico-pequeno-and-pico-grande-surf-report-july-18-2022/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/_dXoUowWxIM --- > Playa Tamarindo - Mid-day surf session - Surf Report July 15, 2022 - Published: 2022-07-15 - Modified: 2024-10-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-mid-day-surf-session-surf-report-july-15-2022/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/1loYIPSSlxg --- > Get the latest Pico Pequeño and Pico Grande surf report, including wave conditions, tides, and weather updates. - Published: 2022-07-11 - Modified: 2025-06-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-pico-pequeno-grande/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/tAyiTclfNO0 --- > Get insider tips, hints, and tricks for finding cheaper airfare. Make your next surf trip to Witch's Rock Surf Camp more affordable. - Published: 2022-07-08 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/flying-to-liberia-guanacaste-cheaper-airfare/ - Categories: Editor's Picks, Flying to Costa Rica The tide is rising, winds are offshore, the surf is peeling, and you’re about to jump off the boat into 80°F crystalline waters. Surely you envision a moment like this when daydreaming of your next surf trip to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp (WRSC). But before getting to this highly anticipated moment of swan diving off the boat into some tasty waves, there’s some legwork that must take place. Yes, the not-so-glamorous, and sometimes confusing, process of purchasing airfare. Back in the old days, like in the early 2000’s, most guests coming to WRSC landed in San José International (SJO) and reaching Tamarindo meant standing on the side of the highway in the city, and climbing on a public bus for a bouncy seven-hour ride. For the more daring travelers, a small puddle-jumper flight could bring you directly into the rustic Tamarindo airport which was (and still is) a 500-meter runway situated within a large pasture of grazing livestock. Today, things are much different. There are 15 cities worldwide that offer non-stop flights to Guanacaste's Liberia International Airport (LIR), only an hour away from Tamarindo and Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Below is the list of all direct flights to Liberia, updated for 2022. What about tips, tricks and hints for getting the best deal? Flexible dates This may seem like a no-brainer, but even just 2 or 3 days of wiggle room on each end of your trip can amount to great savings. Better yet, some websites have a calendar that shows the daily 1-way ticket prices for several months in advance so you can find the absolute cheapest arrival / departure dates. We’ve found that Google Flights has the absolute best way to find flights with flexible dates and airports. Google Flights also sends price alerts to your email for your favorite destinations or pre-selected dates. You can set up the flight alerts up to 11 months before your travel dates. Book early, but not TOO early Airline fares keep rising the closer you get to departure, but there is a sweet spot when the airlines begin to either lower or increase fares based on demand. Don’t wait until the last second but don’t book too far in advance either. The best time to book your flight is around 2-3 months before your departure, or around five months before if you are going to your destination during peak season.... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report July 7, 2022 - Published: 2022-07-07 - Modified: 2022-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-7-2022/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/G7CHfsFEc_w --- > Surf Report – Wednesday July 6th - Published: 2022-07-06 - Modified: 2022-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-wednesday-july-6th/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/7vg10Pk8MfU --- > Stay updated with the latest waves in our Surf Report July. Catch all the essentials for your next surfing adventure! - Published: 2022-07-04 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-monday-july-4th/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/EqMrYRpmfw8 --- > Surf Report - Saturday July 2nd - Published: 2022-07-02 - Modified: 2022-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-saturday-july-2nd/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/c3jKKLTLjrg --- > Thursday Surf Report – June 30th - Published: 2022-06-30 - Modified: 2022-07-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/thursday-june-30th-surf-report/ - Categories: guest_reports https://youtu. be/hPX0_vQwrUQ? rel=0 --- > Former Witch's Rock Surf Camp guest Braeden Kopec: A 5-year-old prodigy who wowed the staff with his surf skills. - Published: 2022-06-13 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/braeden-kopec-surfing-world/ - Categories: Editor's Picks It took some serious convincing to let 5-year old Braeden Kopec onto our guided boat tours back in 2011... I mean, do 5-year old kids even wipe their own butts? The Witch’s Rock staff had their doubts, but rest assured, this 5-year old super-grom already had more experience on a surfboard than the majority of our guests. After the first boat trip to Playa Grande, the entire staff was simply blown away by the skill level and ocean knowledge of this kid. Now 16 years old, this rising star from Central Florida is trotting the globe and making waves in the surf world. I guess discovering your passion at age 5 gives you a leg-up on the competition... From a family surf trip to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp over ten years ago, to winning national championships, signing sponsorship deals, and gaining recognition across major surfing platforms, Braeden Kopec is the real deal. We recently caught up with Braeden to see how he’s grown (now 6ft tall), pry open his Costa Rica memory bank, and understand his vision moving forward. Name and Date of Birth Braeden Kopec, June 2006 How old were you when you started surfing? Three years old, I used to ride on the of my dad's longboard with him and then he pushed me into waves and I’d surf on my own. What is your current home surf break? Ponce Inlet, Florida. Magic board dimensions? I ride for Channel Islands Surfboards and ride a variety of their models like the Fever, Black & White, CI Pro, Too Happy, Happy Everyday in different dimensions depending on where I am, the conditions or where I’m competing. All are squash tail and vary between 5-10 and 5-11. Britt and the entire crew at Channel Islands have made me some really special custom boards over the years. Dimensions are always changing as I’m growing and it really depends on the model of the board. How old were you when you came to Witch's Rock Surf Camp? Was this your first time surfing? What do you remember most about your 1st trip? I miss Witch’s Rock, I need to get back there! I think the first time I went there I was about 5 years old and my mom called to get them to approve me coming there and surfing different locations by boat. I think I was their youngest surfer to... --- > Attention all surfboard shapers: Witch’s Rock is the new exclusive distributor of US Blanks here in Costa Rica. - Published: 2022-05-28 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/us-blanks-partners-with-witchs-rock-as-new-exclusive-distributor-in-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog Attention all surfboard shapers: Witch’s Rock is the new exclusive distributor of US Blanks here in Costa Rica. Hundreds of surfboard blanks are currently in stock at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Shapes include shortboards of all sizes, widths, and thicknesses, fishes, tons of mid-lengths, longboards of all sizes, even some triple stringer longboard blanks for those purists out there. For wholesale and retail US Blanks surfboard blank orders, please email usblanks@witchsrock. com Since 2011, Robert August has been producing Robert August Surfboards here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. By becoming the distributor for US Blanks, we can assure the public a constant supply of classic surfboard blanks to choose from for all future Robert August surfboard orders. This has not always been so easy in the past, as surfboard construction materials have always been hard to obtain here in Costa Rica. We are super stoked about this. As the new US Blanks distributor, Witch’s Rock has also started working with Channel Islands Surfboards Costa Rica to produce a new line of Witch’s Rock Surfboards. These new boards focus on upping your wave count and helping you generate great rides even when the conditions are not ideal. You can find Witch’s Rock Surfboards for rent and for sale in our surf shop at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, open every day of the week 6am - 6pm. For custom Robert August and Witch’s Rock surfboard orders, please email reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com --- > Surfing fun for the whole family at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Bring your kids and they surf for free! Don't miss out on this amazing offer. - Published: 2022-05-17 - Modified: 2024-09-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/august-is-family-surf-month-kids-surf-free/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks, Surfing with Kids Here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, many of us have families and most of our kids love to surf. It is an amazing feeling to share a beautiful beach, to frolic in the whitewash, and to watch your “little ones” stand up and ride some waves. With such a perfect environment for sharing the stoke of surf, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp made August our Official Family Surf Month. Let your kids come surfing, for free! August is Family Surf Month: Kids Surf Free! Rules to this promotion: – One free child enrolled in our surf programs for every parent enrolled in our surf programs at full price. – Children must be between 4 and 17 years of age. It really is that simple. One child surfs for free for every paying adult. Every August. Forever. We would love to host your family here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, so let's make it happen. Going on a surf trip with your family is always cool. And since traveling with your entire family can get expensive, this promotion helps you save big so you can take your family on a memorable surfing vacation to Costa Rica. Call us now at 1-888-318-SURF or fill out the form below and start planning your trip today. --- > Employee Spotlight | Daniela Ortiz - Published: 2022-04-29 - Modified: 2022-04-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/daniela-ortiz-interview/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks, Employees If you’ve called our 1-888-318-SURF hotline to make a reservation, there’s a good chance you’ve already met Lead Reservationist Daniela Ortiz. What becomes very apparent when you call is that Daniela is a super positive individual that really loves to help. When Daniela isn’t running the Reservations Office at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, you can usually find her dropping into bomb waves somewhere nearby. We figured it was time to shed some light on the person behind the voice on the phone, so we caught up with Daniela to ask her a few questions. Where were you born and where did you grow up? I was born in San Jose, Costa Rica. I spent earlier years in Tarrazu, but then because of my dad’s job we moved to the south of the country in a town called Pérez Zeledón. I went to Cartago for college, which was cold! After that I moved back San Jose city. How did you start working for Witch’s Rock Surf Camp? What is your position now? I actually started working in reception at the front desk of the surf shop. I saw an ad, that there was an open position to work in the surf shop, I had just moved to Tamarindo and was looking for a place to stay, and it worked out. After a short while I was promoted to the Reservations Office, where I’ve now been for the past 3 years. And why did you move to Tamarindo? I was living in San Jose and my day was basically going on the bus for an hour, and then my job all day, and then back to the house on the bus for another hour. I grew out of it and realized I didn’t like it. I had a crisis and I wanted to change my career to something more related to nature or tourism. I applied for this job and was hired. When I started working the first day I was overwhelmed, and I quit in the same day! Then I went home and was like “what am I doing? ? ” The next day I came back and asked for my job and they gave it back to me haha. Did you come into your position with the skills needed to perform your job or did you learn them on the job? I had to learn! I mean, I do... --- > Join us for the reactivation surf circuit in Costa Rica. Witness thrilling surf competitions and support the Federation of Surf. - Published: 2022-04-18 - Modified: 2025-06-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-contest-tamarindo-april-2022/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks After a hiatus lasting more than two years, competitive surfing in Costa Rica has finally returned. The Costa Rican Federation of Surf launched a reactivation surf circuit that started one month ago in Playa Hermosa, Jaco and a second date in Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa. Both events delivered excellent wave conditions that created the perfect setting for these athletes. The next contest will be held this upcoming April 23rd and 24th in Playa Tamarindo. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is excited to be the official sponsor for this season’s 3rd event, with the contest being held at the front steps the resort. This will be a very exciting weekend for the Tamarindo surfing community. We’re expecting to see more than 90 local surf competitors from all around the country giving everything they have in the water, with a chance to earn a spot on the Costa Rica National Junior Surf Team, and the ability to represent Costa Rica in the next Junior World Cup at the ISA World Cup this upcoming May in El Salvador. Tamarindo local surfers to keep an eye on include Malakai Martinez, Lía Díaz, Coral Wiggins from Avellanas and others. Surfers can register in the six categories of the event: Open Men, Open Women, Junior Men (under 18), Junior Women (under 18), Boys (under 16) and Girls (under 16). As competitors anxiously await, multiple south swells are currently filling into the region and should dish out fun surf for this coming weekend. Every date for the Reactivation Challenger has the sponsorship of the local businesses and community that have always supported this hotbed of talent from Costa Rica. Full competition dates are as follows: April 23-24, 2022 - Playa Tamarindo May 14-15, 2022 - Playa Guiones, Nosara June 18-19, 2022 - Playa Cieneguita, Limón July 23-24 - Playa Hermosa, Jacó --- > Planning a surfing trip to Tamarindo? Find out the best time to hit the waves with this detailed guide. Costa Rica Surf Camp - Published: 2022-04-05 - Modified: 2024-10-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/when-is-the-best-time-to-surf-tamarindo/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks This may seem like a loaded question, but that’s because it is! Ask ten Tamarindo locals “when is the best time to surf in Tamarindo” and you’ll likely get ten different answers. And to complicate things further, what does “best time” actually mean? We’ve been beachfront in Tamarindo since 2001, and we’ve had plenty of time to study the conditions and get the local surf conditions dialed. So we’re confident this is the most reliable info to help you catch the best surf in Tamarindo. To make it easer, we’ve broken it down by time of day as well as time of year. When is the best time of day to surf in Tamarindo? The best time of day to surf in Tamarindo depends on 2 important factors: tide and wind. Most spots in Tamarindo work best with the incoming mid-to-high tide (the 3 hours before the high tide). You can always get the current Tamarindo tide information every day by checking our Tamarindo Tide Chart. During an incoming mid-to-high tide, the waves are cleaner and more consistent. Always have your eyes on the water during this window of time. You can get more specific info on the best tide to surf each spot in our extensive Tamarindo Surf Spot Guide. The second factor you must consider is the wind. During the December – March months, and at other periods throughout the year, the winds in Tamarindo tend to blow offshore for multiple days at a time. With all-day offshore winds, you can wait until the very best tide window each day and score it. If the winds are turning onshore earlier in the day (10-11am), then you need to sacrifice the ideal tide window for the ideal wind window, as surfing is much more enjoyable with clean conditions. This means surfing in the early morning. On many rainy season days (May – November) an afternoon downpour can switch the wind offshore around 3pm and you’ll catch a surprise session. The website we use to check the current wind conditions in Tamarindo is Windy. com. When is the best time of year to surf in Tamarindo? The best time of year to surf Tamarindo depends on what you’re looking for wave-wise. If you’re a beginner surfer looking for small – medium sized surf and flawless conditions, then December – April is your best bet. This is our dry season... --- > Costa Rica To End All COVID-19 Restrictions On April 1, 2022 - Published: 2022-03-22 - Modified: 2022-03-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-to-end-all-covid-19-restrictions-on-april-1-2022/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Great news! Costa Rica is ending all Covid-related restrictions on April 1, 2022. So what exactly does this mean for international travelers? #1 You don’t need to be vaccinated to visit Costa Rica. #2 International travelers arriving to Costa Rica will no longer be required to fill out Costa Rica’s Health Pass. Starting on April 1, 2022, there are no special forms you will need to fill out before arriving to Costa Rica. Just bring your passport and you’re all set. #3 Unvaccinated travelers are no longer required to purchase travel insurance to visit Costa Rica. Beginning on April 1, 2022, unvaccinated visitors are no longer required to purchase travel insurance to visit Costa Rica. It’s still a great idea to purchase travel insurance before your trip, or to at least make sure your existing health insurance will cover you in case of emergency while on your vacation. Restrictions within Costa Rica are also being eliminated. Starting on March 7, 2022, all driving restrictions and the nightly 12am-5am curfew were eliminated. Starting on April 1, 2022, all businesses will once again be able to operate at 100% occupancy. Please make sure to check with your country of origin about any requirements for returning home. For example, if you’re flying to Costa Rica from the United States, you will need to get a COVID-19 viral test (regardless of vaccination status or citizenship) no more than 1 day before you travel by air into the United States. These tests are available at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Still have questions about traveling to Costa Rica? We’d love to hear from you!  Our Reservations Office is open every day of the week from 6am - 10pm CST (we may be surfers but we take this whole customer service thing very seriously! ) Pura vida. --- > Discover key tips for visiting Witch's Rock during COVID-19. Ensure a safe and enjoyable experience at this breathtaking destination. - Published: 2021-04-19 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/visiting-witchs-rock-during-covid-19/ - Categories: Blog Eager to plan your first international surf trip since the pandemic? Can't stop daydreaming about catching World Class Waves in a warm-water paradise? Now that vaccines are being rolled out on a massive scale and covid protocols feel second nature to everyone, travel anxiety is being replaced with travel excitement! When choosing your next destination, our region of Guanacaste, Costa Rica should stand out because sunshine and social distancing are baked into our tourism recipe. Plus, traveling to Costa Rica is remarkably easy compared to similar destinations. Protocols Before Entering Costa Rica: All travelers (unless vaccinated*) must purchase travel insurance which covers medical expenses and hotel accommodations in the event that you become infected while on vacation. We've been recommending the pre-approved Costa Rican companies, SAGICOR or Anthem Blue Cross, since this became a requirement. These companies have user-friendly websites (in English) and different insurance packages to accommodate single travelers, families, long-term stays, etc. Vaccinated travelers must prove they've received an approved vaccine: Moderna, Pfizer, AstraZeneca, or Johnson & Johnson. They must also prove the last dose of the schedule must have been administered at least 14 days before entering Costa Rica. Finally proof must be demonstrated with a document that includes the person’s full name, date of each dose, formula, and lot number. All travelers must fill out a Health Pass within 72-hours of your first departure flight. This is basically a health questionnaire that asks questions about your current state of health, if you've been vaccinated, if you've had the virus, etc. These form must be completed by all travelers, even minors, without exception. Costa Rica does not require a negative coronavirus test to enter or exit the country. Costa Rica's Nationwide Covid Measures Beaches and National Parks OPEN All outdoor tourism activities permitted Vast majority of restaurants and bars can operate (with some capacity restrictions) from 5am - 11pm Nationwide driving restriction from 11pm - 5am (rental cars / tourism transportation exempt) Masks are required in all indoor settings except when eating, while alone, or in a private residence. You can be denied entry into an establishment if you are not wearing a mask Witch's Rock Surf Camp's Covid Measures 50% van occupancy for surf tours and airport transportation Mandatory mask in van for everyone (Large, 15 passenger Mercedes vans) Restaurant staff, maintenance, surf shop employees with masks 100% of the time without exception Mandatory mask... --- > Visiting Witch's Rock During the Covid-19 Pandemic - Published: 2020-12-09 - Modified: 2023-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/visiting-witchs-rock-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/ - Categories: Blog Costa Rica opened it's borders to the entire World on November 1st 2020 and the guest uptick has got our spirits soaring. Furthermore, there is no negative COVID test required for entry so all you'll need to get into Costa Rica is travel insurance (we recommend Sagicor) and fill out the Health Pass 48 hours before your departure flight. Even though Costa Rica has opened its boarders completely, there were only 36,044 arrivals by air in November 2020 as compared to 191,346 in November 2019. Regardless, it's been amazing seeing familiar faces from the USA and Canada and we've maintained about 60% - 80% occupancy at our beachfront site which our guests have actually loved. Quick Tip: Ask for room upgrades when you arrive to camp. Chances are we'll have a some premium rooms available. We'll happily hook you up. Many future and potential guests are wondering what protocols we're taking at the camp in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's what you can expect: 50% van occupancy for surf tours and airport transportation. All employees in surf shop and restaurants with masks Mandatory mask for everyone in vans. Mandatory masks for everyone in surf shop Seminars being held in open air restaurant (mask optional). Hand washing and sanitizing stations throughout camp. Temperature checks daily to our staff. Social distancing (we are not enforcing this, but please use your best judgment on site). Bars and restaurants in Tamarindo close at 9pm. We are taking the pandemic very seriously because we want to keep our staff and guests safe. We're running the surf camp as normally as possible, all things considered. If you're looking to plan your next Costa Rica vacation, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 or email us at reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com PS. Waves have been firing and the crowds have been really mellow. --- > Discover the perfect surf camp in Costa Rica. Experience the warm waters, consistent swells, and diverse surf spots. - Published: 2020-09-30 - Modified: 2025-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-choosing-the-perfect-costa-rica-surf-camp/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Here’s an overview: Introduction to Surfing in Costa Rica Ideal Surfing Conditions Surfing Seasons Surf Camps and Schools Ecological Commitment Why Choose Costa Rica for Your Surf Camp Consistent Waves and Diverse Breaks Warm Water and Favorable Climate Rich Marine Biodiversity Ecotourism and Sustainable Practices Safety and Accessibility Cultural Experience Natural Beauty and Attractions Understanding Different Types of Surf Camps Selecting the Ideal Location in Costa Rica Assessing Surf Conditions and Seasons Dry Season (December to April) Rainy Season (May to November) Tides and Swell Direction Wind Conditions Choosing the Right Season What to Look for in a Surf Camp Top Surf Camps in Costa Rica Witch's Rock Surf Camp Assessing Accommodation and Amenities Essential Amenities Additional On-Site Features Safety and Security Instructor Qualifications and Camp Safety Instructor Credentials Instructor-to-Student Ratio Safety Measures Making the Most of Your Surf Camp Experience Budgeting and Cost Considerations Surf Lessons Equipment Rentals Meal Plans Additional Activities Time of Year Packing Essentials for Your Surf Trip Clothing Surf Gear Personal Items Documentation and Electronics Extras Combining Surfing with Other Activities Eco-Tours and Wildlife Exploration Water Sports and Adventures Land-Based Activities Wellness and Relaxation Conclusion: Catching the Perfect Wave in Costa Rica Introduction to Surfing in Costa Rica Costa Rica, with its pristine beaches, varied coastlines, and consistent waves, has emerged as a top destination for surfers globally. Annually, thousands of surfers—from beginners to seasoned professionals—flock to this Central American paradise to experience its unparalleled surf conditions. Several factors contribute to Costa Rica’s standing as a premier surf destination. Ideal Surfing Conditions Warm Water: The water temperatures in Costa Rica remain warm year-round, fluctuating between the mid-70s to 80s Fahrenheit. This obviates the need for wetsuits, making surfing more enjoyable. Consistent Swells: The Pacific and Caribbean coasts of Costa Rica receive consistent swells throughout the year. The Pacific coast, in particular, is renowned for its left and right beach breaks, point breaks, and reef breaks. Diverse Surf Spots: The country offers a myriad of surf spots catering to all skill levels. From the beginner-friendly beach breaks of Tamarindo and Dominical to the challenging waves at Playa Hermosa and Pavones, there is something for everyone. Surfing Seasons Costa Rica’s surf seasons vary based on regions: Pacific Coast: The best season runs from May to November. During this period, south swells and offshore winds create optimal surfing conditions. Caribbean Coast: The optimal surfing season is from... --- > What Airlines are Coming to Costa Rica Now? - Published: 2020-09-23 - Modified: 2025-02-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-airlines-are-coming-to-costa-rica-now/ - Categories: Blog It feels so wonderful to be writing an article like this after 6 months of sitting, waiting, wishing to hear something about the borders re-opening. We are finally seeing the a return to normalcy we hoped for and are thrilled to be receiving our first international travelers from the USA, Canada, and even Europe! You should have seen the genuine stoke on our employees faces to receive the Hildreth family from Virginia this past week. We rolled the red carpet our for the Hildreth family who were our first guests back from Virginia for Sept 12-19th. Even though Costa Rica tourism board (ICT) expects that within six months of reopening, 30% of the level of international tourism prior to the COVID-19 pandemic will be reached, it's a step in the right direction. Currently, tourists from Canada, the European Union (Schengen zone), the United Kingdom (UK), Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Thailand, South Korea, China, Singapore and Uruguay can enter Costa RicaWithin the United States: New York, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Maine, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Colorado, Massachusetts, Washington, Oregon, Wyoming, Arizona, New Mexico, Michigan, Rhode Island, California (October 1) and Washington D. C. , have been authorized. Has your preferred airline resumed travel to Costa Rica? • Aeroméxico: No flights until further notice• Air Canada: Resuming flights from Toronto on October 31 to Liberia (LIR) and November 1 to San Jose (SJO). • Air France: Resuming flights from Paris on October 31• Air Panama: Flights suspended until further notice• Air Transat: Flights suspended until further notice• Alaska Airlines: Information pending• Albatros: Flights suspended until further notice• American Airlines: Resumed operations on September 9 to/from Miami and Dallas• Avianca: Information pending• British Airways: Resuming flights from London on November 1• Condor: Information from the airline pending• Copa Airlines: Resumed operations to/from Panama City (PTY) on September 10• Delta: Information from the airline pending• Edelweiss: Resuming flights to/from Zurich on November 1• Iberia: Resumed flights to/from Madrid (MAD) and San Jose on August 3• Interjet: Information pending• Jetblue: Resuing flights to/from New York on October 25• KLM: Resuming flights to/from Amsterdam on October 27• Latam: Information pending• Lufthansa: Resumed flights to/from Frankfurt (FRA) on August 5• Sansa: Available for charter flights• Skyway: Information pending• Southwest: To resume operations in 2021• Spirit: Resumed flights to/from Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Florida, on September 10; Orlando (MCO) on October 25• United: Resumed flights to/from Neward (EWR)... --- > Playa Tamarindo Thursday September 10, 2020 - Small Fun Longboard Waves, Light Crowds, Super Friendly Vibes! - Published: 2020-09-10 - Modified: 2025-02-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-september-10-2020/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/Yooldeh-93U --- > Playa Grande Wednesday September 9, 2020 - 2-4ft, Uncrowded, Light Offshores, Slightly Mixed Up But Fun - Published: 2020-09-09 - Modified: 2020-09-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-september-9-2020/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=z0PLYt47gNA Time: 7:30AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Light Offshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 7:07AM Low Tide: 1:19PM Description : Light AM offshore winds but with a mixed up ocean, some early morning sickness conditions. Still some barrels to be had, definitely some fun sections. Not a ton of power in the waves lately, but it seems like the ocean is cleaning up and we're moving out of rainy season towards more dry season conditions. Maybe this is just wishful thinking. Still, lots of fun waves if you wake up early and hit it before the winds turn onshore mid/late AM. See you out there! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! DON'T FORGET TO HIT THE SUBSCRIBE BUTTON & FOLLOW US ON OUR SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: https://www. instagram. com/witchsrocks... Facebook: https://www. facebook. com/WitchsRockSu... --- > Playa Grande Tuesday September 8, 2020 - Chest/Shoulder High +, Light Offshores, Improved Conditions - Published: 2020-09-08 - Modified: 2024-07-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-september-8-2020/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/w8pNhX0PWjM Time: 7AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: Chest/Shoulder High + Wind Direction: Light Offshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 6:29AM Low Tide: 12:37PM Description : Light AM offshore winds but with a mixed up ocean. Still some barrels to be had, definitely some fun sections. Not a ton of power in the waves lately, but it seems like the ocean is cleaning up and we're moving out of rainy season towards more dry season conditions. Lots of fun waves if you wake up early and hit it before the winds turn onshore mid/late AM. See you out there! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! DON'T FORGET TO HIT THE SUBSCRIBE BUTTON & FOLLOW US ON OUR SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: https://www. instagram. com/witchsrocks... Facebook: https://www. facebook. com/WitchsRockSu... --- > Playa Tamarindo Wednesday, September 2, 2020 - Published: 2020-09-03 - Modified: 2020-09-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-september-2-2020/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=YrWXonQZFWg Time: 2:00PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Light wind High Tide: 3:05PM Low Tide: 9:15PM Description : Today with light winds and good size wave To Practice Surf Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! Playa Tamarindo – Costa Rica --- > Playa Tamarindo, Thursday 3,September,2020 - Published: 2020-09-03 - Modified: 2020-09-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-3september2020/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=qp5uy85fFJ8 Time: 3:00PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Strong wind High Tide: 3:45PM Low Tide: 9:50PM Description : Today with gentle winds, small waves and a bit of currents Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! Playa Tamarindo – Costa Rica --- > Explore The Different Types of Surf Spots and discover how geography and weather shape perfect waves for surfers. - Published: 2020-06-03 - Modified: 2025-05-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-different-types-of-surf-spots-an-overview/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Few other sports rely on the grace of Mother Nature like surfing. Not only are surfers reliant on the above-ground weather patterns that create waves and influence conditions, but surfers must equally acknowledge what’s happening below the waves along the ocean floor. The small contours of a coastline and underwater bathymetric features are vitally important to the quality of the breaking waves on the surface. Nature has done an excellent job in creating some thrilling waves for surfers to enjoy like Pipeline, Puerto Escondido, and Jeffery’s Bay. These are some of the best surf spots in the world and half the story is above water in their geographical positioning and local weather patterns while the other half of the story lays beneath the wave itself. Let’s dive in a little deeper; let’s examine the different types of surf spots around the world and the types of waves you can expect from each. Beach Break This is the most common type of surf spot. A beach break is a sand bottom beach that is receptive to oncoming ocean swell. Beach breaks are ideal for beginner surfers because of limited hazards. There’s much variation in the types of waves you’ll find at a beach break. Some days can be peaky and clean while other days can be messy and closed out. Beach breaks are highly dependent on the above-surface weather conditions due to the general uniformity on the ocean floor. Witch’s Rock (Roca Bruja) in Costa Rica is an example of a world-class beach break. Not only are the sandbars deposited perfectly because of an adjacent estuary, but the famous rock 500-meters off the beach refracts the incoming swell so that there are consistent, peaky waves with long lines in the surf zone. Geographically, Witch’s Rock is positioned to received offshore winds most days of the year grooming the oncoming waves to perfection. If you haven’t been to Witch’s Rock, you must add it to your surfing bucket list. Point Break Point breaks are dreamy because of the higher percentage of ridable waves and the overall length of ride is increased. As the swell approaches a protruding point along the coastline with an uneven ocean floor, the wave will break along the shallow water while the unbroken wave sweeps over the adjacent deeper water. This allows for the wave to break uniformly around the point creating a perfect canvas for surfers.... --- > Do not miss out on the Robert August Surfboard Giveaway! Book now and be eligible for a 20% discount and a chance to win. - Published: 2020-05-26 - Modified: 2025-03-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-surfboard-giveaway-2020/ - Categories: Blog Who's itching for a surf trip right now? Can you smell the surf wax and saltwater in the air? Dreaming of gliding across glassy waves in a warm-water paradise? If you're considering visiting Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica, there is literally no better time to make your reservation than RIGHT NOW... We are offering a monumental 20% discount PLUS all trips booked between now and June 30th will be entered to win a hand-crafted, Robert August, surfboard. This doesn't mean you need to physically be in Costa Rica before June 30th, just book your trip (for whenever) before June 30th and you'll be eligible to win. The board we're raffling off this month is an 8'0 Big Guy Tri. This cross-over board offers stability and wave catching ability without sacrificing performance. Varying from 21"-23" in width, they're a quarter to half inch thicker than an average short board. This board gives you a short board feel, with easier paddling and plenty of volume for a bigger guy or just someone who loves a little extra foam under their feet. It's the ultimate board for Costa Rica as it performs well in thigh high - slightly overhead surf And here are the exact dimensions for all the surfboard nerds... If you'd like to start planning your trip of even pull the trigger on a trip you've been thinking about, contact us at Witchsrocksurfcamp@gmail. com or call us Toll Free at 1-888-318-7873. Make sure to Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for valuable content and updates. See you in the water! --- > The News We've All Been Waiting For - Published: 2020-05-21 - Modified: 2023-06-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-news-weve-all-been-waiting-for/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Hey there,It’s Joe from Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, how's it going? Have you been able to surf at all lately? I really hope things are going well for you during all of these crazy times. I made this video to give you some updates on what’s been happening down here in Costa Rica and at the camp. Please watch this video. And in case you don't have 5 minutes and 36 seconds to watch the video, here's some important takeaways:#1 Costa Rica Has Started Opening Up The Beaches. Tamarindo Beach is now open Monday - Friday from 5am to 8am, but hopefully this will increase over the next couple of weeks. Everyone here has been really grateful to get back to surfing, and the vibe in the water has been great. #2 Costa Rica’s Borders Are Set To Reopen Starting June 15, 2020. We are so grateful that so many of you postponed your vacations instead of cancelling them. This has helped us beyond words. We really look forward to having you back at the surf camp soon, and we are fixated on providing you with the best surf experience imaginable. #3 Donate To The Surf Camp Employees That No Longer Have A Job. The hospitality industry has been destroyed by COVID-19. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is no different. We sadly had to let go of 99 (out of 150) surf camp employees. It’s really been difficult but it’s been the only way to keep the entire business afloat. We’re campaigning to raise money to provide ongoing food donations for those 99 former-employees, as well as others in the community that need the most assistance. You can purchase $100 food baskets or make a cash donation of any amount by calling us at 1-888-318-7873. #5 Enter To Win A Free Robert August Surfboard If You Book Before June 30. It's our "May Robert August Surfboard Giveaway" again. Book your next trip to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp before June 30, 2020 and be automatically entered to win a brand new Robert August surfboard, hand shaped by the legend himself. Since 2011, Robert has been hand-shaping Robert August surfboards at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. These surfboards are the ONLY surfboards actually hand-shaped by Robert August himself. They’ve become collector’s items as more and more people value surfing heritage and culture. Interested in ordering a surfboard? Click here. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE... --- > This place sure has changed over the years but one thing that holds true, the community, owners, staff are the heart of the camp. Pura Vida! - Published: 2020-03-30 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-evolution-of-witchs-rock-surf-camp-2000-to-2020/ - Categories: Blog If you've been coming down to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp since the beginning, or just started over the last few years, you know that we're constantly evolving to keep our little piece of paradise known as the best surf camp on the planet! Being able to go through all of the old photos and taking a trip down memory lane has been so significant considering the current state of the world that has affected each and every one of us in it's own way. This place sure has changed over the years but one thing that holds true, the community, owners, staff are the heart of the camp. We wish we could share all of our photos, but we had to pick the most significant ones that mark the incredible evolution of Witch’s Rock Surf Camp! For everyone who's been part of the journey, Gracias & Pura Vida! Joe had a dream... After seeing the perfect, uncrowded waves of Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point in Endless Summer 2 in the early 90’s, Joe and his father PK, bought and drove this school bus from San Diego to Costa Rica with 10 others adventurers. His now wife, Holly, being one of them. Joe and PK quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat and ran daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. They quickly met some key locals, like Rastin, Ricardo. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe quickly learned about the perfect beginner waves in Tamarindo, and so the next chapter began... In October 2001, Joe, PK and Holly, found the perfect beach house in Tamarindo where they opened a small restaurant and housed guests and staff who wanted to surf. Rustic is not even the right description of how rustic your experience truly was. Without the Liberia Airport, our guests could only fly into San Jose and either drive here themselves, or catch a puddle-jumper flight into the tiny Tamarindo airport which was only a gravel runway, where we would pick them up. Stall-outs, and brake failures were very common in the beginning. One time, our now reservation / sales office manager Shawna broke through the bamboo wall and crashed right into the restaurant after picking up our freshly arrived guests. Talk about door to door... --- > To all our valued guests, learn about the current COVID-19 situation in Costa Rica and the measures taken to ensure safety. - Published: 2020-03-22 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/to-all-our-valued-guests/ - Categories: Blog (UPDATED APRIL 23rd) During what is a very anxious and difficult time worldwide because of the threat of COVID-19, the Witch’s Rock Family would like to take a moment to let you know what the situation currently is in Costa Rica. As of this time there are 495 active cases with 6 deaths of COVID-19 in the country. 180 people have recovered from the virus. There have been well over 11,000 tests for the virus that came back negative for COVID-19. Costa Rica has canceled all mass gatherings along with night clubs, bars, and casinos. The government is also limiting restaurants to 50% occupancy, closed national parks, closed beaches, and have closed over 350 schools. All of this has been done out of an abundance of caution. In an effort to flatten the potential of spread. Costa Rica has closed its boarders to international tourism until May 15th. Good news is that these strict measures are paying off. We are seeing more recoveries than new cases for the sixth straight day (as of April 23rd). See the graph below provided by the Tico Times for the details. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is open locally but with a temporary staff reduction because of the facts above. This reduction of staff is temporary and has been done in accordance with Costa Rican Law which mandates liquidations for staff of salary including vacation time at a rate that is scaled by length of service and rate of pay. This reduction is the Costa Rican version of lay off insurance in the USA. The layoff was also for the protection of our employees in order to reduce their exposure to the potential of catching and the spread of COVID-19. We anticipate that at some point that there will also be an order from the government to shelter in place. As of today, there are no guests staying at our camp and we anticipate things to be this way for a while until the world makes sense of how to control this very dangerous virus. We hope to begin to bring back our family of employees as the virus subsides and as the airports begin allowing flights again. While we are still open locally with a very reduced staff, we continue to monitor government mandates and implementing changes as necessary. We have ramped up our cleaning methods in all areas of the business. We... --- > Employee Spotlight | Freedom Rosalda - Published: 2020-03-12 - Modified: 2020-03-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-spotlight-freedom-rosaldo/ - Categories: Blog, Employees No one shines quite like Freedom. If you've enjoyed a Big Ass Nachos at El Vaquero, it's likely you've been served by the one and only, Freedom Rosalda. Originally from the Philippines, Freedom is one of the longest standing employees at Witch's Rock Surf Camp and literally a friend to everyone. In fact, the best party in town is at Freedom's house as he loves hosting birthday parties for the Witch's Rock employees and serves up authentic Asian dishes from his home country. How did you end up in Costa Rica? Way back in March of 2003 I first arrived in tourist visa to Costa Rica and met a a Filipino chef in San Jose who is my mentor and executive chef of Sakura restaurant . He taught me how to make Japanese food and allowed me to stay in his house and work with him. He taught me how to make authentic Japanese food and sushi What is your position at Witch's Rock Surf Camp? Right night I am part of the wait staff at El Bar Vaquero. How long have you been working at WRSC? I worked en Eat at Joe's for 5 years between 2006 and 2011 as waiter and sushi chef. Then in 2014 I worked again in Eat at Joe's as a full time sushi chef because I went to the Philippines for a few year. Then starting in 2016 until now, I'm working in waiting staff team at El Vaquero. What is your favorite time of year to be in Tamarindo? My favorite time of the year in Tamarindo is all year round. . During dry summer season it's good for us with a lot clients and easy time to meet new people and old time friends. The rainy means time to relax in a green tropical paradise. It's ourr vacation time and wait for the next high season. What guest(s) do you remember most? I love guests who are always smiling, friendly and appreciate our work. I always remember Danny Mitchell and Michael Oldani; they are here almost every year and I've known them since 2007. Such a great crew. There are a lot of clients that become out friends. Have you ever tried surfing? I tried to surf way back 2007. It's so much fun. . If I surfed every day maybe I could be one of your surf instructors today... --- > It's More Than Just a Surf Camp - Published: 2020-03-05 - Modified: 2023-09-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/its-more-than-just-a-surf-camp/ - Categories: Blog In my 15 years working at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, I've always tried to piece together what has kept me here so long without becoming bored or longing for more... For one, I've always felt proud that I worked in a sales position and have never felt like a wishy-washy sales woman. This isn’t the place where we make cold calls to potential buyers, selling them on a fantasy product that we talk up to sound like paradise; this vacation really is paradise! Number two, my bosses are pretty friggin’ amazing! Y'all reading this? :) Thirdly, I'm working literally 1 minute walking from the water's edge in one of the most beautiful countries in the world where I get to spend my lunch hour on the beach, surfing, or just relaxing with the happiest people on Earth. Lastly and most importantly, this job has allowed me to lay my roots in Costa Rica. Not only from a financial standpoint, but also from a social and community standpoint. My co-workers have become my best friends, I've met guests from every corner of the world, I even know people that met their soulmate here at surf camp and went on to get married years later. Witch's Rock is truly a magical spot that creates a feeling that when you're here, you're home again. I've met so many guests over the years that I consider good friends of mine. They're from all corners of the earth, each with their own different life story and life lessons to pass on. We're so fortunate to be surrounded by enriching people and learn their unique stories. Shout out to Joe from Brooklyn, the Nelson's who argue over who gets Joe's Apartment, The Fortney’s from New Jersey, Mark our Atlanta skateboarder, Kim from Florida, Darryl in Canada, the Orsmond Family from South Africa, Sara from Texas, one of the funniest women I know, and so many more! We had a guy who was down here a couple of weeks ago on his 12th trip to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. He brought his son down along with him many times, who by the way was celebrating his last surf trip as a single man (congratulations Justin! ! ), and this trip he was finally able to get his adult daughter here. Meeting her, I immediately felt the urge to hug her, as she felt like I had... --- > Playa Marbella, Monday 2 March 2020 - Published: 2020-03-02 - Modified: 2020-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-monday-2-march-2020/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=17q7HwuN_Bw&feature=youtu. be Time: 8:30 AM Location: Playa Marbella , Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 8:05 AM Low Tide: 1:39 PM Description : Excellent waves for intermediate and advanced, without wind. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Board Cage Update | NEW Shop, NEW Firewires - Published: 2020-02-20 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/board-cage-update-new-firewires/ - Categories: Blog Our board cage just got a serious face lift. Prior to our most recent shipment, we had about 250 boards in our board cage. Since the opening of our new surf shop across from El Vaquero, we've received a fresh shipment of 50 new boards, 19 of which are brand new, epoxy Firewires. Haven't heard of Firewire you say? They are basically the surfboard company of the future. Since their inception, Firewire has been doing things differently by developing their own unique materials and construction techniques. Whether it's the Linear Flex Technology, or thier latest developments like their ultra-light Helium construction, Firewire remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of surfboard design. Some of their team riders include Kelly Slater, Rob Machado, Robert "Wingnut" Weaver, Timmy Reyes, Sierra Kerr, and more. Here is a breakdown of some of the new Firewires you'll find in our board cage that are available to all surf program guests. Chumlee Model Ability Level - Beginner to Advanced Bottom Contours - Single to Double Best Size - 1 to 5 feet Fin Set up - Thruster or Quad What's in our boardcage? - Chumlee 5' 11". Dominator Model Ability Level - Beginner to Expert Bottom Contours - Single Best Size - 1 to 5 feet Fin Set up - Thruster or Quad What's in our boardcage? - Dominator 6'6" Gamma Model Ability Level - Intermediate to Expert Bottom Contours - Single to Double Best Size - 3 to 9 feet Fin Set up - Thruster or Quad What's in our boardcage? - Gamma 5'9 / Gamma 5' 11" / Gamma 6' 6" Spitfire Model Ability Level - Beginner to Expert Bottom Contours - Single to Double Best Size - 2 to 6 feet Fin Set up - Thruster or Quad What's in our boardcage? -Spitfire 5'4 / Spitfire 5' 10" Greedy Beaver Model Ability Level - Beginner to Advanced Bottom Contours - Single Best Size - 2 to 6 feet Fin Set up - Thruster or Quad What's in our boardcage? - Greedy Beaver 5'6 / Greedy Beaver 6' 4 / Greedy Beaver 6'8 / Greedy Beaver 6'8 SKX Model Ability Level - Intermediate to Expert Bottom Contours - Single Best Size - 3 to 7 feet Fin Set up - Thruster or Quad What's in our boardcage? - SKX 6' 4 / SKX 6' 6" Go Fish Model Ability Level - Beginner to Expert... --- > Employee Profile: Jonathan Madrigal - Published: 2020-02-12 - Modified: 2020-02-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-profile-jonathan-madrigal/ - Categories: Blog If you’ve been to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp over the past three years, you may have seen or surfed with one of our star instructors, Jonathan Madrigal. Although Jonathan mostly helps with the beginner lesson, this guy is a bon-a-fide shredder who loves passing his extensive skill set onto up-in-coming surfers. In this weeks, employee profile, we elected to get to know this Guanacaste native a little better. Let’s dive in... How long have you been working at Witch’s Rock? I’ve been working at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp for approximately 3 yearsHow old are you? 28 years oldWhat is your job at Witch’s Rock? I am a Surf Instructor at Witch’s Rock Surf CampFavorite time of the year in Tamarindo? My favorite time of year to surf and be in Tamarindo is from December to May. This is our Summertime when there are more people in town and the waves are perfect. How many years have you been surfing? I learned to surf 12 years ago and do it almost everyday! Where did you learn to surf? I learned in Playa Grande, just to the north of TamarindoWhat is your favorite beach to surf? Same as where I learned, Playa Grande. I have lots of friends that surf there and the waves are super fun. You can do turns, air, get barreled, I love it! What do you like most about working at Witch’s Rock? I love spending time in the ocean and meeting new people. Also, if I can grab a few waves at work, that never hurts What do you do when you’re not surfing or at work? I love playing soccer as well. If you could travel anywhere in the world that you haven’t been, where would you go? Hawaii to surf the big waves! --- > Explore a day in the life at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, where surf, sunshine, and relaxation create the perfect Costa Rican experience. - Published: 2020-02-06 - Modified: 2025-05-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-day-in-the-life-at-witchs-rock-surf-camp/ - Categories: Blog That's us! Right on the beach. It's like you're Bill Murray in Groundhog's Day, but instead of a cold February day in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, you're in a Costa Rican paradise with sunshine, clear water, and perfect surf. Granted, every day here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp is not exactly the same, but we have a tried and true system that's the ideal balance between surf, social, and relaxation. If you're participating in one of our surf programs, then your day will go something like this: The Classic Pinto! You can't come to Costa Rica without trying it. You'll wake up in either our beachfront hotel, Witch's Rock Surf Camp, or our sister location, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel about a 4 minute walk down the street. After coming to terms that you've got another blessed day in Costa Rica, you'll make your way to Eat at Joe's for a complimentary breakfast. You can pick anything from the breakfast menu including Gallo Pinto con huevos (typical Costa Rican breakfast), pancakes, breakfast burritos, yogurt parfaits, and much more. . Oh, and most importantly, the bottomless cup of Costa Rican coffee served all day. We're right on the beach so the commute to your surf lesson is a breeze. Depending on the tide cycle, your lesson or tour will come before or after breakfast. We serve breakfast all day so no worries if your early morning surf session runs a little longer. The beginner surfers have a 2-hour lesson right out front in Tamarindo while the Intermediate and Advanced groups will head to a World Class Wave chosen by our guides depending on the conditions. All our instructors and guides, have our coastline dialed so you're guaranteed to score fun surf. All the surf programs surf at roughly the same time, the incoming to high tide, which advances 50 minutes each day. After surfing, you have all-day board rental to enjoy a novelty surf session in Tamarindo. There are several different surf spots in Tamarindo, all walking distance from camp. Keep an eye on the water all day and run out there for a spur-of-the-moment surf session whenever you get the urge. If you're surfed out for the day, you can book a non-surfing activity from the front desk or just explore Tamarindo and do what the locals do. A favorite non-surfing activity? Beach side massage at sunset. Sunsets here are not to... --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday 2 February 2020 - Published: 2020-02-01 - Modified: 2020-02-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-2-february-2020/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=c9w1bspn5vo Time: 6:30 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 7:41 AM Low Tide: 1:37 PM Description : TODAY’S CONDITIONS ARE GREAT TO SURF ITS GOOD DAY TO GO TO ENJOY THE WAVES. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Honest review of the Firewire Greedy Beaver surfboard. See how it performs in real waves, who it’s for, and if it belongs in your quiver. - Published: 2020-01-30 - Modified: 2025-05-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/firewire-greedy-beaver-surfboard-review/ - Categories: Blog As you've probably heard through our social media and newsletter, Witch's Rock has opened a new surf shop right across from El Vaquero and it's STOCKED with brand new surfboards and equipment. Witch's Rock guests now have an extensive selection of Al Merricks, Torqs, and Firewires. In total, we've got about 50 new shred sticks to ride in addition to the 250 in the board cage https://youtu. be/yGuK_qTYNq8 One of the benefits of working for Witch's Rock Surf Camp is the ability to take an extended "lunch break" when the waves are firing out front. This past week, we had a series of powerful north west swells that lit up Tamarindo with overhead peaks, long lines, and cavernous barrels at the estuary. Undoubtedly the best Tamarindo of the season thus far. My boss said that I could only take my extended "lunch break" if I tested out one of boards in the new shop and wrote a review about it... For my first review, I grabbed a 5'6 Greedy Beaver by Firewire. Here are the full dimensions for all the surfboard nerds out there. 5'6 height by 19 3/4th width by 2 1/4th thickness with 29. 9 Liters of volume. Here is how the board performed in chest to head high+ glassy right handers at the rivermouth. Catching Waves Since the board has a compressed longboard outline with tons of beef on the nose, it literally felt like I was paddling into waves on an 8-foot longboard. I usually a ride a traditional, popsicle stick, shortboard so this new shape was more user friendly and I was able to sit further out and get into waves earlier. Also, the board doesn't have a ton of rocker through the nose keeping more contact between the board and water. This low entry rocker gives you heaps more paddling power at the critical moment of stroking into the wave. Speed I understand why the board is called the Greedy Beaver (after catching my fair share of waves) but I would also understand if Firewire called it the Speedy Beaver. The board is downright fast. The single to double concave that tapers down to a rounded pin felt like a little jet engine propelling me forward and beating sections that would have normally ended my ride. Gliding into the wave early, I didn't have to pump excessively to get in front of the... --- > Explore what’s May like in Costa Rica, from sunny mornings to refreshing afternoon rains, perfect for surf trips. - Published: 2020-01-22 - Modified: 2025-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/whats-may-like-in-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Are you planning a surf trip to Costa Rica in the upcoming months but not sure when to come? If you’re a seasoned Central American traveler, you know that Costa Rica’s dry season ends in late April and May is blessed with the first rains of the year. The dusty, brown terrain comes back to life offering jungle-like, lush green landscapes. But so many people have asked us for a full analysis of May in Costa Rica that we decided to dedicate a full blog to the topic. What’s the weather like? Yes, May is the first month of our “rainy” season, but what does that entail? A typical day starts out with mostly sunny skies until about noon. Clouds then build over the land until about 3 or 4pm when the skies open up for a refreshing (sometimes very heavy) downpour. A downpour can last anywhere from 5 min – 1 hour. Getting caught in a downpour at this time is actually quite refreshing after a hot day. Temps this time of year are generally between 75 – 95 degrees F (24 – 35 degrees Celsius). After the daily downpour the skies will partially clear out allowing for an illuminating sunset that will literally make you feel you’re having a 70’s flashback. What’s the wind like? The wind direction & speed are generally the “x factor” for any surf session. We’ll admit... ... When the dry season ends in April, so do the all-day offshore winds. On most days, May brings a diurnal wind pattern which means light, favorable offshore winds in the morning (until 10am) and then the more unfavorable sea breeze comes up around 11am. But don’t call it a day just yet. You still have another surf window in the evening after the downpour when wind completely stops and the ocean can be oil-slick for the sunset session. Insider tip: Check the Tamarindo tides for your surf week and choose a week with morning and evening high tides to take full advantage of these surf windows. What are the crowds like? The crowd in May is the second best characteristic of the month. The single travelers looking for a surf / party excursion have already come and gone with the high season and the family vacations don’t really begin until exams are over and school is out in June. If you have been itching to... --- > Employee Profile: Diego Leal Espinoza - Published: 2020-01-16 - Modified: 2020-01-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-profile-diego/ - Categories: Blog, Uncategorized If you’ve been to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in the last two years, you have probably met Maxi’s protege, Diego. He’s been a wonderful addition to the board cage with his kindness and relaxed energy. We elected to get to know him a little better in this month’s employee profile. How long have you been working at Witch’s Rock? I've been working at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp for 3 years 1 month. I started on November 17, 2016. What is your job at Witch's Rock? I have the best job at Witch’s Rock. I work in the board cage and share happiness, giving out surf boards. Favorite time of the year in Tamarindo? In November, when a lot of return guests that I know visit. What are your favorite customers? I have a lot! David, Carol, Tom and Alana. The entire Thanksgiving group that comes every year too! Do you surf or have you ever tried surfing? Not currently. I was trying but I had an accident and I no longer have ligaments in my right shoulder. I lost strength and haven’t been able to rebuild it. What makes working at WR special? We’re all friends, even the bosses. What do you do when you're not at work? I spend time at home and dance. I'm good at dancing :-) --- > 8 Booking Tips for an Epic Surf Trip this 2020 - Published: 2020-01-09 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-trip-booking-tips/ - Categories: Blog - Tags: Deals Booking a vacation can be tricky. There are so many variables to consider when traveling to another country and you never know if you're getting the best deal. . Plus, no matter how much you plan, you can never predict what Mother Nature and King Neptune have in store. Lucky, our seasoned reservations team will streamline the process for you with straightforward, honest information to get you surfing World Class Waves for a reasonable price. Here's 8 helpful booking tips for your 2020 surf trip. 1. Book early for holidaysIf you're thinking about Spring Break, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Years, you should probably stop reading and call us now. These are the busiest times of year and we will 100% book up several months before. If you're the type of person that doesn't mind a little fiesta, then planning a trip during these peak times will make for an unforgettable trip. 2. Book last minute for discountsTragic breakup? Won the lottery? Chasing an epic swell? Whatever your scenario is for booking a last minute trip, we will hook you up if we have some rooms left. Our reservations team gets pretty desperate if we have a room to sell less than 7 days out. You may have to deal with some room switches, but it will be totally worth it. Most times, we do have rooms at our sister location, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel up until a week prior. 3. Don't underestimate September and OctoberYes, September and October are the rainiest months of the year. But what does that actually mean? Check out a previous blog,How Rainy is Rainy Season to get some statistics on what you can expect. In a nutshell, you can expect blue skies in the morning and afternoon showers. Also, we offer the best promotion of the year, Free Room Fall. Regardless off the rain, the South Pacific is pumping swells 4. Double Check PassportDo not make this rookie mistake. Check your passport before pulling the trigger on the trip. The worst part is, you usually don't figure out your passport is expired until it's too late. If you are traveling with kids under 18, their passport expires every 5 years. For adults 18 and older, our passports expire every 10 years. Check your passport and make sure its valid for 6 months after your trip date. 5. Book 6 months in advance for Premium... --- > SURF REPORT - MONDAY 30 DECEMBER 2019 - Published: 2019-12-30 - Modified: 2019-12-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-monday-30-december-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=13TaZJ-m90A Time: 6:30 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 5:45 AM Low Tide: 11:35 AM Description : Today a very calm sunny day few waves and nice to spend with family Visit https://www. witchsrocksurfcamp. com for daily surf reports, our live web cam, and surfing vacations for all levels and abilities in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. --- > Join the Get Out & Surf Podcast for insights into the Chicago Surfrider's fight against US Steel, promoting environmental awareness. - Published: 2019-12-19 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-out-surf-podcast-49-chicago-surfrider-vs-us-steel/ - Categories: Blog The Great Lakes holds 20% of the Earth's fresh water and is one of the only fresh-water basins where you'll find an active surf community. Although the waves may not be consistently epic, surfers in this region are just as passionate about the sport and protecting their environment. Historically, this region has been the epicenter for the United States' most robust industrial manufacturing complexes. For over a century, many of these billion-dollar companies have been dumping lethal chemicals into the watershed, destroying eco-systems, and contaminating the water supply for millions of Americans. So what are we supposed to do when the United States government ALLOWS this to happen in the name of capitalism? Introducing Mitch McNeil, Chair of the Chicago chapter of the Surfrider Foundation. Mitch, along with a group of hungry environmental law professors from the University of Chicago, have filed a lawsuit against US Steel for repeatedly dumping hexavalent chromium into Lake Michigan. Go google that shit and then you’ll see why this is such a big deal. LISTEN TO THE FULL PODCAST HERE Photo by Mike Killion. Find him on Instagram @killertown --- > Get Out and SURF with Joe Walsh, Niki Hurren, and Patrick McNulty. Tune in to our final episode of Season 1 and discover our top picks of the year. - Published: 2019-12-16 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/50-so-this-is-the-end/ - Categories: Podcast Wow it's almost the end of 2019. After publishing a podcast every week this year, we're taking a break and enjoying the holidays. We’re also super hung over from last night’s Xmas party! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the final episode of Season 1 of Get Out and SURF with Joe Walsh, Niki Hurren, and Patrick McNulty. 50 episodes in 50 weeks... So what were some of our favorite episodes this year? - Episode 11: Mark Cunningham: Lifeguard, Bodysurfer, Artist- Episode 33: Great Lakes Surf Festival 2019- Episode 49: Chicago Surfrider Foundation vs. US Steel with Mitch McNeil- Episode 36: 1 Motorcycle, 2 Surfboards, 3 Years and 10,000 MilesSpecial thanks to Ray Finley, Adam Greenman, Robert August, Bird Huffman, Sean Mattison, Pancho Sullivan, Peter Cole, Doug Cole, John Becker, Adrian Fernandez, Larry the Cheese, Frank Lemes, Gordon Beh, Andrea Diaz, Ryan Waldron, Paco Vega, Mike Clifford, Katie Rice, Happy Walsh, Kristen Brown, Andrew Cotton, Mitch McNeil, Eric Sharman, Jamie Bott, Grant McCartney, Amber Shaffer, Greg Gordon, all of the other guests that we had in 2019, and of course all of our listeners. Pura vida! We took some awesome surf trips in 2019. Here are the destinations we’ll be putting on the Wheel Of Waves for 2020:- Colombia- The Amazon River tidal bore- Sardinia- Cleveland- Hainan, China- Alaska- Nova Scotia- Kiribati- BrooklynIf you’re a surfer, you’re an environmentalist. Please join your local Surfrider Foundation. What is Season 2 going to look like? Tell us your thoughts. Email the podcast at getoutandsurfcr@gmail. comThis podcast has been brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Ricahttps://witchsrocksurfcamp. com/ --- > Employee Spotlight : Leo Rocha - Published: 2019-12-12 - Modified: 2019-12-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-spotlight-leo-the-driver/ - Categories: Blog, Uncategorized Leo is literally the FIRST person you'll meet on you vacation to Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Known for his brilliant smile and his calm, Costa Rican energy, Leo will transport you to many World Class Waves while here in Costa Rica. As one of the longest standing employees at Witch's Rock, Leo is a guest favorite and keeps in touch with many of his favorite returners. In this week's employee spotlight, we take a look into Leo's world to see what gives him such genuine "Pura Vida" energy. -How long have you been working at Witch's Rock? This year I'm going to complete 16 years -Have you always been a driver? Yes, I've always been a chauffeur. -Favorite Time of Year in Tamarindo? I love the high season (Dec - April) when when there more people at camp to meet and more work for us. The tips are better this time of year too :) -Who are your favorite types of guests? It varies. I can't say there is one type of person that I like the most. I've met beautiful people from the United States, locals from Costa Rica who come from the city to spending the week on the beach. I even remember meting people from China and Asia who are super respectful and nice. -Do you surf or have you ever tried surfing? No, unfortunately I have never tried surfing. I have very sensitive ears and I actually cant even go into a swimming pool or I'll get an ear infection. -What makes working at WR special? I love meeting guests from around the world and helping create a wonderful vacation in our beautiful country. -What is your favorite beach to go? I love Playa Guioness in Nosara. The beach is so big and everyone doing different activities in the sand. No one fights over the waves because there's so much space. -What do you do when you're not at work? Right now I spend my free time watching over my mom because she is very sick. I clean her house and just keep her company because she doesn't like to be alone. Every once in a while I'll go out to watch a soccer game but not so much. --- > 49: Chicago Surfrider Foundation vs. US Steel - Published: 2019-12-09 - Modified: 2023-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/49-chicago-surfrider-foundation-vs-us-steel/ - Categories: Podcast 20% of the planet’s fresh water can be found in the Great Lakes. This area is also home to some of the US’s biggest industrial manufacturing complexes. For over a century, many of these companies have been dumping lethal chemicals into the watershed, destroying eco systems, and damaging the water supply for millions of Americans. So when the US government allows this to happen in the name of capitalism, what are we supposed to do? Introducing Mitch McNeil, Chair of the Chicago chapter of the Surfrider Foundation. Mitch, along with a group of hungry environmental law professors from the University of Chicago, have filed a lawsuit against US Steel for repeatedly dumping hexavalent chromium into Lake Michigan. Go google that shit and then you’ll see why this is such a big deal. Get involved! Join your local Surfrider Foundation or donate to the Chicago Surfrider chapter https://www. chicago. surfrider. org/ Questions or comments for the podcast? getoutandsurfcr@gmail. com Get Out and SURF is brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com/ --- > PLAYA GRANDE - MONDAY 9 DECEMBER 2019 - Published: 2019-12-09 - Modified: 2019-12-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-9-december-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/oC-QqqFOajE Time: 9:40 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Height: 3/4 feet Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 12:24 PM Low Tide: 6:46 PM Descriction :The epic, strong and typical waves. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Enjoy Good Times at El Vaquero, the perfect beachfront bar for drinks, dining, and stunning sunsets at Witch's Rock. - Published: 2019-12-05 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/good-times-at-el-vaquero/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar We've been chillin' and grillin' at El Vaquero, the open-air beachfront spot on the south end of Witch's Rock Surf Camp. The bar and has quickly become a favorite hotspot for locals, guests, employees, and visitors in town. With the little rustic rancho bar, shaded umbrella tables, and plenty of room to stretch out or let the kids run around, El Vaquero is another perfect place at Witch's Rock to watch surfers during the day and enjoy the spectacular sunsets each evening. At night, the gentle breezes under the stars make it a magical spot to eat dinner (everything on the Menu at "Eat at Joe's" can be ordered at El Vaquero) or just enjoy a cold beverage with your toes in the sand. El Vaquero just completed a beautiful wooden stage for live music four days per week from 4pm to 7pm. Here is the schedule for this upcoming 2019 / 2020 dry season: Thursday - Brother Brutus Friday - Fabio Avelino Dos SantosSaturday - Pinky GuaroSunday - Fatiniza We also have a killer happy hour every day from 4pm to 7pm with $2 national beers and $4 select cocktails. So now there's another great reason to come to Witch's Rock Surf Camp, whether you're dropping in from down the street, or flying in from around the World: the El Vaquero Bar adds another terrific dimension to paradise! Hope to see you soon! https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=bIXSe2mm1sQ&feature=emb_title --- > Playa Grande - Tuesday, December 3, 2019 - Published: 2019-12-04 - Modified: 2019-12-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-december-3-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/Cf0VwYZfTs8 Time: 7:00 AM Location: Playas Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 3/4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 7:26 AM Low Tide: 1:35 PM Description :The epic, strong and typical waves of Playa Grande, Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo -Wednesday, December 4 - Published: 2019-12-04 - Modified: 2019-12-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-december-4/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/YAvnkGSzn_E Time: 8:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 8:19 AM Low Tide: 2:05 PM Description : Today with smaller waves but very fun to surf Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Discover the latest green steps taken by Green Steps Tamarindo Rivermouth surf camp to reduce plastic waste and promote sustainability. - Published: 2019-12-02 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/48-green-steps-tamarindo-rivermouth-and-surfing-the-strait-of-juan-de-fuca/ - Categories: Podcast This week PMAC, Joe, and Niki hung out in the office with the recorder on and simply talked about what’s been happening at the surf camp, in the lineup, and on the podcast. PMAC shares recent green initiatives the surf camp has taken for 2020 and beyond in a quest to utilize more and more biodegradable plant-based materials, trying to eliminate plastic from the ocean and our food chain. The first NW swell of the 2019/2020 arrived this season and Tamarindo was booming. We dissect the current state of the Tamarindo Rivermouth sand bars and try to help listeners learn how to score this surf spot best. Hint: check the conditions constantly because she’s a fickle beast and can turn on in an heartbeat. The Get Out and SURF podcast is compiling our 2020 surf trip destination list. One trip we’re discussing is to the Pacific Northwest, to the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the San Juan Islands. We’re not sure if we should be more afraid of the great white sharks or the killer whales, but Niki seems mostly scared of bears. Do you have any questions or comments for the show? What do you want to hear more of in 2020? Email the podcast at getoutandsurfCR@gmail. comThis show is brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Ricahttps://witchsrocksurfcamp. com/ --- > Join us as we explore what we are thankful for this Thanksgiving, celebrating gratitude and community at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. - Published: 2019-11-28 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-we-are-thankful-for/ - Categories: Blog, Uncategorized Give thanks, give thanks, give thanks... What are you thankful for? Today is Thanksgiving and most of you reading this blog have a full day of NFL football, Turkey, pumpkin pie, and a Tryptophan comma ahead. Although this is technically a "Gringo holiday" Thanksgiving is celebrated in many countries where there’s a prevalent expat population including Tamarindo Costa Rica. It's important to give thanks and gratitude everyday, but let’s take advantage of this date to share 10 things we're thankful for here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Happy, International Campers! 1. Meeting people from around the world Tamarindo is a melting pot of cultures. Yes, our biggest demographic is from the United States and Canada, but we've met some of the most interesting people with unique backgrounds from all over the world. Off the top of my head, I can remember guests from Argentina, Peru, Brazil, Portugal, Ireland, Pakistan, Japan, Holland, Russia, Galapagos Islands (just to name a few). Everyone has a story worth sharing and we're lucky to have heard so many Surf Lessons with Beto 2. Sharing the stoke of surfing Surfing is the best feeling in the world... Wait scratch that... Teaching someone to surf and sharing surfing's natural stoke has got to be the best feeling in the world. As a beginner surfer, finding your balance on the board for the first time and riding that wave nose-first into the sand is an unforgettable experience. As an instructor, the most rewarding feeling is when we're working hard with a student, making minor tweaks with each attempt, and finally helping an eager student succeed in catching their first legitimate wave. The ecstatic look that follows and heart-felt, "Thank you" makes it all worth it. Glorious offshore winds 3. Offshore winds The wind is always the "x factor" in any surf session. The swell can be pumping, the tide could be rising, but if the wind is blowing the wrong direction, it can feel like a damp cloth has been thrown over your session. In surfing, there are only two wind directions that matter: onshore and offshore. Onshore winds are when the wind is blowing onto the shore and causes the wave to prematurely break with choppy surface conditions. Ideally, surfers want offshore winds which is when the wind blows (you guessed it) off the shore and against the grain of the oncoming surf. Offshore wind groom... --- > 47: Californication with Paco Vega - Published: 2019-11-25 - Modified: 2023-06-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/47-californication-with-paco-vega/ - Categories: Podcast Joe, Niki, and PMAC catch up with Costa Rican surfing prodigy and Witch’s Rock family member Paco Vega. Paco joined Get Out and SURF on Episode #3 when we discussed transitioning from a longboard to a shortboard. This time around we talk about Paco’s new home and what life is like living and surfing in Los Angeles. Rubbing shoulders with Hollywood celebrities and crusty Malibu locals, it seems that Paco is right in the mix of California living. He lets us know what he misses from home and reassures us that he’s still Tico through and through. Grab a listen, pura vida! Email the podcast: getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com Get Out and SURF is brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com/ --- > PLAYA MARBELLA - FRIDAY 22,NOVEMBER 2019 - Published: 2019-11-23 - Modified: 2019-11-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-friday-22november-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/_yshr3zbG7s Time: 7:15 AM Location: Playa Marbella, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2- 5 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 10:41 AM Low Tide: 4:35 PM Description : WAVES PERFECT THERE IS NOT A LOT TO SAY CONDITIONS UNDER THE TIDE AND COULD BE BETTER THE WAVE Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo - Saturday 23, Noviembre 2019 - Published: 2019-11-23 - Modified: 2019-11-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-23-noviembre-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/IqDIYQcPChk Time: 1:30 PM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-4 feet Wind Direction: onshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 11:45 AM Low Tide: 5:45 PM Description : Today a very calm sunny day few waves and nice to spend with family Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > PLAYA GRANDE - THURSDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2019 - Published: 2019-11-21 - Modified: 2019-11-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-november-21-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/DVd3yowtZGk Time: 7:15 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 9:23 AM Low Tide: 3:37 PM Description : SOMETHING SLOWS THE WAVE BUT WITH GOOD WAY TO HAVE FUN IN LONGBOARD. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas -Wednesday 20 ,November 2019 - Published: 2019-11-20 - Modified: 2019-11-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/paya-avellanas-wednesday-20-november-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=BQq95S1W-Fc Time: 6:30 AM Location: Playa Avellanas , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 8:20 AM Low Tide: 2:30 PM Description : TODAY'S CONDITIONS ARE MUCH BETTER THAT YESTERDAY IS GOOD DAY TO GO TO ENJOY CUTE WAVES. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas - Tuesday 19 November 2019 - Published: 2019-11-20 - Modified: 2019-11-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-19-november-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/pcRNsbvx6qo Time: 6:30 AM Location: Playa Avellanas , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 8:20 AM Low Tide: 2:30 PM Description : TODAY'S CONDITIONS ARE MUCH BETTER THAT YESTERDAY IS GOOD DAY TO GO TO ENJOY CUTE WAVES. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Ready to take your surfing to the next level? Join Paco Vega as he shares insights on transitioning from a longboard to a shortboard. - Published: 2019-11-20 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-out-surf-podcast-3-transitioning-from-a-longboard-to-a-shortboard-with-paco-vega/ - Categories: Blog A quick disclaimer before listening. Transitioning to a shortboard should not be everyone's goal. Many beginner surfers get the idea that riding a Popsicle stick and tearing the wave to pieces is surfing's end game... It's not... Surfing is about good style that looks effortless and keeps a smile on your face. In fact, some of the best surfers I know only surf a longboard and are mesmerizing with their cross-stepping and cheater-five barrel rides. However, if you have the calling to do fins-free turns, big airs, and wrapping cutbacks, this informative podcast with Paco Vega is an ideal way to start your journey. For those who know Paco, you also know that he rips on any type of wave craft (VIDEO BELOW). Shortboard, longboard, alternative shapes, whatever! Put anything under this guy's feet and he'll make it look effortless. In this podcast, Paco, Joe Walsh, and P-Mac talks about their gradual surfing progression and give some quick n' fast tips to knock a few inches off your board. A quick disclaimer before listening. Transitioning to a shortboard should not be everyone's goal. Many beginner surfers get the idea that riding a Popsicle stick and tearing the wave to pieces is surfing's end game... It's not... Surfing is about good style that looks effortless and keeps a smile on your face. In fact, some of the best surfers I know only surf a longboard and are mesmerizing with their cross-stepping and cheater-five barrel rides. However, if you have the calling to do fins-free turns, big airs, and wrapping cutbacks, this informative podcast with Paco Vega is an ideal way to start your journey. For those who know Paco, you also know that he rips on any type of wave craft (VIDEO BELOW). Shortboard, longboard, alternative shapes, whatever! Put anything under this guy's feet and he'll make it look effortless. In this podcast, Paco, Joe Walsh, and P-Mac talks about their gradual surfing progression and give some quick n' fast tips to knock a few inches off your board. FULL PODCAST HERE --- > 46: Expat Legal Guide To Living And Working In Costa Rica - Published: 2019-11-18 - Modified: 2019-11-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/46-expat-legal-guide-to-living-and-working-in-costa-rica/ - Categories: Podcast This week we sit down with good friend and Costa Rican attorney Adrian Fernandez. Adrian is an expert in many areas of Costa Rican law and helps answer many questions that anyone who is considering moving to, working, or simply living in Costa Rica needs to know: How long can I stay in Costa Rica on a tourist visa? How do I get my residency? Should I bring my vehicle? Can I legally work in Costa Rica? What happens if I get in a car accident? What happens if I get arrested? Can anyone by real estate in Costa Rica? And more. You can contact Adrian Fernandez for a free consultation: legaladviceCR@gmail. com +506-8386-1698 (text) This podcast is brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com/ --- > Playa Grande - Monday, November 18, 2019 - Published: 2019-11-18 - Modified: 2019-11-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-november-18-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/3ONcHbzpB8w Time: 6:15 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 6:23 AM Low Tide: 12:37 PM Description : SOMETHING SLOWS THE WAVE BUT WITH GOOD WAY TO HAVE FUN IN LONGBOARD. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande - Friday, November 15, 2019 - Published: 2019-11-16 - Modified: 2019-11-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-november-15-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=HIDnge9h9Zg Time: 2:30 PM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 4:40PM Low Tide: 10:56PM Description : Very few waves and super small Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo - Saturday November 16, 2019 - Published: 2019-11-16 - Modified: 2019-11-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-november-16-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=bjHHp_t68dM Time: 11:30 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Very light High Tide: 4:55 PM Low Tide: 11:00 PM Description : Today a very calm sunny day few waves and nice to spend with family Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > In today’s Employee Spotlight, we’re shining a light on Witch's Rock Surf Camp's longest serving media teammember, Jonathan Sandoval! - Published: 2019-11-14 - Modified: 2019-11-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-spotlight-jonathan-sandoval/ - Categories: Blog, Employees Here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we wouldn’t be able to offer up video analysis or share our surf reports with you without our wonderful media team! In today’s employee spotlight, we’re shining a light on our longest serving member, Jonathan Sandoval, the man behind the camera. How long have you been working at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp? I have been at Witch’s Rock since November 4, 2015. So four years of working with this great company. What is your position at WRSC? I am in the media department "videographer and photographer". What is your favorite time of the year to be in Tamarindo? I love high temperatures, so summers are my favorite. It is when there are more activities and much more work here in Tamarindo and the months would be December until the end of April. A little taste of Jonathan's photography Who are your favorite types of guests? Actually I identify with everyone who comes to Witch’s Rock. I love meeting new people all the time and making friends. What guests do you remember most? The truth is there’s a lot. The Young’s, Livi M, Phil N, Michael R, Ruben Y, David C, Jamison H and family, Doug and Kevin, Jaime Colon, Paul M, Craig D, Van ly, Santiago B, William F "Porkchop", Kevin W, Erick B and many more that I would like to name. Everyone really! Do you surf or have you ever tried surfing? I don’t surf very regularly but I try to go more often. I enjoy the sun waves and have fun with my coworkers, friends. It is one of my favorite sports. What makes working at WR special? First of all my work is special I do what I like most, the bosses are great and great people and it is a great company where you learn a lot and I thank you for giving me a space in this big family. How did you get into photography and videography? My story began with my brother Rafael Sandoval that he was one of the Witch’s Rock photographers a few years ago I liked what he did with his work I asked for his camera and from there I said I want to learn from this art and with the time and preparation I got very involved with photography and videography. What is your favorite beach to go? My favorite beach... --- > Playa Grande - Wednesday, November 13, 2019 - Published: 2019-11-13 - Modified: 2025-02-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-november-13-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/QKR366E1EnoTime: 1:30 PMLocation: Playa Grande, Costa RicaWave Height: 1-3 feetWind Direction: OnshoreWind Speed: LightHigh Tide: 3:28 PMLow Tide: 9:20 PMDescription : This afternoon with few waves and semi-choppedSubscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 45: The Great Overseas Surfboard Debate - Published: 2019-11-11 - Modified: 2019-11-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/45-the-great-overseas-surfboard-debate/ - Categories: Podcast The crew is back in the GOAS recording studio with Niki Hurren, PMAC, and Joe Walsh discussing one of surfing’s biggest controversies: Does it matter that so many surf industry brands are now producing surfboards in factories overseas in places like China, Taiwan, and Thailand? Does technology and production en masse vs. the working with your local shaper push surfboard evolution forward, or does it hinder the progress of the sport? And what about the environmental impact? We hope you enjoy this episode and ongoing discussion. Please send us your perspective as well! Email the podcast at getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com and we’ll include it in next week’s show. This podcast is brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com/ --- > Playa Avellanas - Monday, November 11 - Published: 2019-11-11 - Modified: 2019-11-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-november-11/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=2GTAtnSri5E Time: 12:00 PM Location: Playa Avellanas , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 1:48 PM Low Tide: 8:00 PM Description : Afternoon with small waves and light wind Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande – Friday 8 November 2019 - Published: 2019-11-09 - Modified: 2019-11-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-8-november-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=kBJAtCwhAVE&feature=youtu. be Time: 10:30 AM Location: Playas Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 12:00 AM Low Tide: 6:10 PM Description : Epic, strong, typical waves of Playa Grande, waiting for the currents to improve even more these days, the wind has not yet entered. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas – Thursday 7 November 2019 - Published: 2019-11-07 - Modified: 2019-11-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-7-november-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=C9nyjocLHt8&feature=youtu. be Time: 9:30 AM Location: Playas Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 11:00 AM Low Tide: 5:10 PM Description : Small but good waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Discover Tamarindo insider secrets! Learn about hidden gems and inexpensive activities that will make your vacation unforgettable. - Published: 2019-11-07 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/insider-secrets-tamarindo/ - Categories: Blog While Tamarindo offers the obvious batch of activities and tours that cater to locals and tourists alike, there are a some little-known “insider secrets” that are not so obvious to short-stay vacationers. Ask any tour company in the area what to do, and they'll ramble off a list of volcano tours, zip lining treks, and all-day catamaran parties. Don’t get me wrong, all these activities are worthwhile and will stoke your sense of adventure, but if you're looking to stay in town, save some green, and do what the locals do, this extensive blog should help maximize your time on vacation without breaking the bank. I've broken this blog down into a few categories: free activities, almost free activities, and fun but affordable activities. Keep this list handy when the winds go onshore to keep the adventure going. Free Activities Hike Mirador Mountain Located within the town of Tamarindo, Mirador mountain is one of the highest points in the local area and offers stunning sunset views for those willing to make the climb. From atop the mountain, spectators can see the entire bay of Tamarindo, Captain Island right off-shore, the Las Baulas National seashores of Playa Grande to the north, and the mountainous terrain plunging down towards the shore. Not to mention, this is a perfect place to see the building swells and corduroy line stacking on the horizon. From WRSC, reaching the outlook point takes between 20- 30 min on foot Tip: Catch a taxi and ask them to take you to the "Mirador" next to the Wyndham hotel. View from the top looking toward Tamarindo Bay. Photo by Luca Rey Lose Contact in Playa Grande The long stretch of untouched beach directly to our north is Playa Grande. Aside from having possibly the most consistent waves in the country, Playa Grande has strict building regulations along the shoreline because of it's national park status. The beach is large and expansive allowing you can walk miles through white sand without passing anyone. With Tamarindo comfortably in the shadows, this your opportunity to leave your phone behind, temporarily loose contact, and picture yourself as Tom Hanks in Cast Away for a few seconds. When the tide drains low and much of the hidden beach is exposed, seashells, driftwood, and all kinds of aquatic crustaceans are revealed. Bringing sea shells on the plane back home is prohibited, but if you... --- > Playa Marbella – Tuesday 5 November 2019 - Published: 2019-11-05 - Modified: 2019-11-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-tuesday-5-november-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=PfVxGp3qrF8&feature=youtu. be Time: 8:30 AM Location: Playas Marbella, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore light Wind Speed: light High Tide: 9:00 AM Low Tide: 3:10 PM Description : Small but good waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 44: Visiting Witch’s Rock Surf Camp In Tamarindo - Published: 2019-11-04 - Modified: 2019-11-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/44-visiting-witchs-rock-surf-camp-in-tamarindo/ - Categories: Podcast *DISCLAIMER* Hi there, this is Joe Walsh from the Get Out and Surf Podcast. I want to make a disclaimer about this week’s episode. After 44 episodes of Get Out and SURF, I’ve gone out of my way to be as objective as possible and to not be promotional at all. I mean really, you’re not listening to this podcast to be marketed to, and I’m not doing this podcast to sell you anything. Yes its true that Witch’s Rock Surf Camp produces this podcast, and in full disclosure, I’m the founder and owner of the camp. But this podcast really has very little to do with the surf camp and everything to do with the passion we all share for surfing. Since our first episode on January 4th, we’ve had some fun banter, we’ve conducted some very interesting interviews, we’ve traveled to far away places, and we’ve covered lots of content about Costa Rica and everything else surf. But this week it’s going to be a little different. After being asked over and over again “What’s it like at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp? ”, “When’s the best time to go? ”, “How do I get there? ”, “What else is there to do? ”, etc, I figured we owed at least one episode to try and answer these questions. So, I sat down with Shawna Mullen, Julie Javelle, and Daniella Ortiz, three very lovely ladies from the Witch’s Rock Surf Camp reservations office to ask them all of the most frequent questions from prospective travelers interested in coming to Tamarindo and Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. For more information about Witch’s Rock Surf Camp: https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com 1-888-318-7873 (SURF) reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com Get ready for next week as Niki, PMAC, and myself will all be back together again right here in beautiful Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Questions/comments for the show? Don’t hesitate to email us at getoutandsurfcr@gmail. com --- > Playa Avellanas - Monday 4 November 2019 - Published: 2019-11-04 - Modified: 2019-11-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-4-november-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=7N_Gq4xnIgU Time: 7:20 AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore light Wind Speed: light High Tide: 8:00 AM Low Tide: 2:10 PM Description : wave of good size quite diverse, the shape of the waves very well the offshore wind in weighing and soon wave seasons along with the arrival of the summer happy week with good waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande - Saturday 2 November 2019 - Published: 2019-11-02 - Modified: 2019-11-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-saturday-1-november-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/VVEutmn4ovI Time: 6:30 A. M Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Light offshore Wind Speed: No wind, very good conditions High Tide: 6:10 A. M Low Tide: 12:23 P. M Description :VERY GOOD CONDITIONS TO GO TO PRACTICE THE SURF A LITTLE SMALL BUT VERY FUN. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande - Friday 1 November 2019 - Published: 2019-11-01 - Modified: 2019-11-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-1-november-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/q3rzvXz0Kyg Time: 6:30 A. M Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Without wind Wind Speed: No wind, very good conditions High Tide: 5:53 P. M Low Tide: 11:30 A. M Description :VERY GOOD CONDITIONS TO GO TO PRACTICE THE SURF A LITTLE SMALL BUT VERY FUN. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande -Thursday October 31, 2019 - Published: 2019-10-31 - Modified: 2019-10-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/42020-2/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/MLQBMqFItYs Time: 6:10AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore light Wind Speed: light High Tide: 5:05 PM Low Tide: 10:57 AM Description : morning with waves bigger than yesterday, mostly closeouts and glassy water surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Get Out & Surf Podcast #43 - Big Wave Charger Andrew Cotton - Published: 2019-10-30 - Modified: 2019-11-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-out-surf-podcast-43-big-wave-charger-andrew-cotton/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Here's your fair warning... . . Listening to this podcast may result in feelings of vertigo. That's because Joe and Niki caught up with the English big wave charger, Andrew Cotton on one of their last days exploring the royal coastline. This guy is a maniac, seriously. A little spoiler, Andrew actually towed Garrett McNamara into a World Record wave in Nazare, Portugal without even knowing how to drive a jetski... . Joe and Niki take advantage of speaking to Andrew and ask him all the questions that us mortals would like to know about surfing 50ft+ waves. Andrew elegantly describes his mindset when paddling out in massive surf, his training regimen, and the equipment that allows him to do so. Andrew talks about pushing human limitations and his belief anyone can surf those wave and it just come down to... well... . balls. . Sit back, relax with a cup of English tea, and brace yourself for a wild ride. FULL PODCAST HERE --- > Playa Avellanas - Tuesday 29 October 2019 - Published: 2019-10-30 - Modified: 2019-10-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-29-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/xw4DqKIaybE Time: 1:00 PM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 3:15PM Low Tide: 9:30AM Description : a little bigger than yesterday the waves but with less wind Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande - Wednesday 30 October 2019 - Published: 2019-10-30 - Modified: 2019-10-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-30-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/2fzpugfZ5_0 Time: 12:30 pM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Very strong winds High Tide: 4:17 PM Low Tide: 10:00 AM Description : Today with strong winds and good wave size Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 43: Leave Your Ego On The Beach with Andrew Cotton - Published: 2019-10-28 - Modified: 2019-10-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/43-leave-your-ego-on-the-beach-with-andrew-cotton/ - Categories: Podcast Joe and Niki continue their hunt for waves and surf culture in the British Isles. Joe loses a bet and shaves his head as a surf sacrifice, immediately leading them to strike gold with awesome waves at Fistral Beach In Newquay. They then travel back up to Devon to connect with local legend big wave surfer Andrew Cotton, who has just returned to Nazare, Portugal to chase a new swell. Listen in as Andrew and the boys discuss the equipment, training, and mental strength needed to surf the biggest waves on the planet. So put your thermals on, get out of the wind, and enjoy this week’s episode of Get Out and SURF! Please send all questions and comments for the show to getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com --- > Playa Grande - Monday 28 October 2019 - Published: 2019-10-28 - Modified: 2019-10-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-28-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=w85Uw_biEGI Time: 12:30 PM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 2:43PM Low Tide: 8:29AM Description : a little bigger than yesterday the waves but with less wind Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande - Friday 25 october 2019 - Published: 2019-10-25 - Modified: 2019-10-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-25-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=d5FtfJSaZSg Time: 9:00 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Very strong winds High Tide: 12:00 PM Low Tide: 6:02 PM Description : Today with strong winds and good wave size --- > Unlock your potential as a surfer and learn how to perform a perfect bottom turn for better waves and thrill. - Published: 2019-10-24 - Modified: 2025-06-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-trick-tips-the-bottom-turn/ - Categories: Blog, Learn to Surf Tutorials Becoming a good surfer takes time, plain and simple... Sure, you can have a thrilling session as a beginner just B-lining towards the beach on the white water, but as you progress, the thrill seeking becomes more intense and the mental flow state is more enjoyable Perhaps the biggest barrier with becoming a truly excellent surfer is the sheer lack of ride time. Think about it... In a 2 hour session, we spend maybe 3 minutes actually standing on the surfboard. That's assuming you catch 15 waves and each wave is about 12 seconds. Compare this to skateboarding or snowboarding and the numbers speak for themselves. If there's one maneuver that progressing surfers need in their repertoire, it's a proper bottom turn. The bottom turn is the glue that keeps your surfing in tact; it's what lays the foundation for every maneuver that you'll try. Whether you're inching towards the lip for a floater or your blasting out of the pocket, spinning a full-rotation 360° air, it all starts with a proper bottom turn. What is a bottom turn? After catching the wave and dropping down the green face, you'll need to turn left or right to stay in the powerful section of the wave. The turn that you perform at the bottom of the wave is known as the bottom turn. Not only will this turn allow you to lengthen your ride, but you'll use this maneuver to navigate oncoming sections and start connecting maneuvers. So let's take step by step. When you're paddling for a wave, you need to know (before standing up) if you're going left or right. Depending on the wave's direction, you'll either be pushing off your toes (front-side bottom turn) or off your heels (backside bottom turn). You'll need to anticipate the speed of the wave because this will determine how deep you draw out the bottom turn. If the wave is walled up and racy, you'll make a very quick, mid-face bottom turn. If the wave is slow and lumpy, then you can drop straight down the wave towards the beach and enjoy a stylish, drawn out bottom turn in the flats. Once you're riding down the wave's green face, you'll most likely perform more bottom turns with each approaching section.  Surfing champion, John John Florence explains it well “I think a good bottom turn really does set the pace for the... --- > Playa Avellanas - Truesday 24 October 2019 - Published: 2019-10-24 - Modified: 2019-10-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-24-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=GU45owVf3Is Time: 9:50 AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: A bit strong Low Tide: 5:08 PM High Tide: 11:00 AM Description :The conditions are not so bad, there is some strong onshore wind but the wave lent itself to enjoy some time in the water Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday 23 October 2019 - Published: 2019-10-23 - Modified: 2019-10-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-23-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=_pgXuL0MA08 Time: 7:30AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: Without wind Wind Speed: No wind, very good conditions High Tide: 8:37 A. M Low Tide: 2:51 P. M Description :VERY GOOD CONDITIONS TO GO TO PRACTICE THE SURF A LITTLE SMALL BUT VERY FUN. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande - Tuesday 22 october 2019 - Published: 2019-10-22 - Modified: 2019-10-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-22-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=5PK-pz5L6e8 Time: 7:30AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: Without wind Wind Speed: No wind, very good conditions High Tide: 8:37 A. M Low Tide: 2:51 P. M Description :VERY GOOD CONDITIONS TO GO TO PRACTICE THE SURF A LITTLE SMALL BUT VERY FUN Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 42: Bring Your Booties: A British Surf Adventure - Published: 2019-10-21 - Modified: 2019-10-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/42-bring-your-booties-a-british-surf-adventure/ - Categories: Podcast Joe and Niki threw destiny to the Wheel Of Waves and so this week’s episode comes from the beautiful coasts of England! Niki shows Joe around his native land, they take in a couple of cold surfs, culinary treats and drive the length and breadth of the Southwest peninsula. Sit back and relax as we discuss being unprepared for colder temps, the best time of the year to surf England, and what to do when the waves are flat. We also ask local surfers in the parking lot for some of that invaluable “insider knowledge” and what motivates them to surf in these colder conditions. Plus Joe has a near heart attack as we drive down old narrow country roads in the search of waves, while figuring out if the boys are real surfers or have just gotten soft from surfing too long in tropical paradise. Put on your 5:4 wetsuit and enjoy the show! Questions/comments? Email us at getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com --- > Playa Tamarindo - Monday 21 october 2019 - Published: 2019-10-21 - Modified: 2019-10-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-21-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=rxdkLaPcvU8 Time: 7 a. m Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 3-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: With some rain and very little wind High Tide: 7:32 A. M Low Tide: 1:48 P. M Description : Good day to surf very favorable conditions the wave something fast but very fun. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! Playa Tamarindo --- > Playa Tamarindo – Saturday 19 October 2019 - Published: 2019-10-19 - Modified: 2019-10-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-saturday-19-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=GQl110gq8BQ&feature=youtu. be Time: 7:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Cross/Onshore Wind Speed: no wind High Tide : 06:29 PM Low Tide: 12: 30 MD Description : The very good conditions to surf starting the morning. --- > Playa Grande – Friday 18 October 2019 - Published: 2019-10-18 - Modified: 2019-10-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-18-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=XOVtZ1sWD9s&feature=youtu. be Time: 8:00 AM Location: Playa Grande , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Cross/Onshore Wind Speed: no wind High Tide : 06:29 PM Low Tide: 12:23 MD Description : hello perfect for beginners --- > Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday 17 October 2019 - Published: 2019-10-17 - Modified: 2019-10-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-17-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=SDUVtmme4yY Time: 7:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Cross/Onshore Wind Speed: no wind High Tide : 05:29 PM Low Tide: 11:23 PM Description : Waves a little messy --- > Employee Spotlight | Marita Obando Cruz - Published: 2019-10-16 - Modified: 2019-10-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-spotlight-marita-obando-cruz/ - Categories: Blog, Employees There's nothing more welcoming than a warm breakfast and an even warmer smile from Marita in the morning. As one of the longest standing Witch's Rock employees, Marita loves taking time to really meet, and converse with, the guests. With her soft spoken demeanor, Marita is a regal example of a Guanacasteca woman who enjoys life at a comfortable pace. Witch's Rock wouldn't be the same without Marita so we decided to take a few refreshing moments to catch up in this month's employee spotlight. How long have you been working at WRSC? On November 5th of this year, I will have worked at Witch's Rock for 10 years. What is your position at Witch's Rock Surf Camp? At the moment, I am the captain of the waiters and waitresses in our restaurants, Eat at Joe's and El Vaquero. What is your favorite time of year to be in Tamarindo? My favorite time of year is during high season when there are more people in town and more work for everyone. It's so exciting and we're much busier. So I would say from the beginning of December until the end of April is my favorite time in Tamarindo. Who are your favorite types of guests? I identify mostly with children at the camp and also their parents. I love talking to the kids especially because they're very sweet and innocent. What guest(s) do you remember most? I remember many of the guests who are frequent visitors like Brian C. , David C. , Gene and Joseph, Monty E. , Roger H... There are several more faces I can see, but I don't remember the names. I recently saw a little girl in the restaurant that I recognized from when she was a baby. It was very cute to meet her again now that she is 5 years old. We even had a photo of her and her parents when she was a baby that we showed her and it was a wonderful surprise. Have you ever tried surfing? I've never tried to surf because I'm a little nervous. All the instructors ask to take me on a lesson but I haven't gone yet... What makes working at WR special? My work is made special by all the people who are involved in the hotel. Th guests, the employees... everyone! And it starts from he top with the owner, Joe,... --- > Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday 16 October 2019 - Published: 2019-10-16 - Modified: 2019-10-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-16-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=o_c7Txi9KhA&feature=youtu. be Time: 7:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Cross/Onshore Wind Speed: no wind High Tide : 04:29 PM Low Tide: 10:23 PM Description : Taking advantage of the tide that is going down, we had a good morning without wind. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – Monday 14 October 2019 - Published: 2019-10-14 - Modified: 2019-10-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-14-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/gjwb6OLsy5Q Time: 1:00PM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: A bit windy High Tide : 03:19 PM Low Tide: 9:16 PM Description : The non-truce rain, is the season in which our land feeds on the water of the sky, we can only enjoy the climates, although it is somewhat complicated for surfing. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 41: San Diego Surf Trip Review - Published: 2019-10-14 - Modified: 2019-10-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/41-san-diego-surf-trip-review/ - Categories: Podcast Welcome to another episode of Get Out and SURF! Join us this week as Joe and Niki wrap up their San Diego surf trip with special guest and local San Diego surfer Amber Shaffer. Listen in as we discuss San Diego’s surf seasons, the best local surf breaks, the best boards to ride, and the absolute best surf shops in the city. Want to surf in San Diego? Get Out and SURF has an awesome surf house that you can rent for your next trip. Email getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com for more information. And make sure you don’t miss next week’s podcast episode as Joe and Niki’s excellent surfing adventure continues in Cornwall, UK. Pura vida! --- > Playa Tamarindo – Saturday 12 October 2019 - Published: 2019-10-12 - Modified: 2025-02-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-12-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/OwMPHYCfk3Y --- > Playa Tamarindo - Thursday 10 October 2019 - Published: 2019-10-10 - Modified: 2019-10-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-10-october-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=z129ln-OIPQ Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: A bit windy High Tide : 12:47 PM Low Tide: 6:53 PM Description : Today a little moved and small Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – Tuesday October 9, 2019 - Published: 2019-10-09 - Modified: 2019-10-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-october-9-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=sDo7W2qr4GI&feature=youtu. be Time: 9:00AM Location: Playa Avellanas , Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Very light High Tide : 11:47 AM Low Tide: 6:05 PM Description : Waves a little complicated, with a little wind Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Discover why THIS is what an EPIC Family Surf Trip Looks Like with unforgettable moments at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. - Published: 2019-10-09 - Modified: 2025-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/family-surf-trip-video/ - Categories: Blog, Uncategorized This is not your typical Griswold's Family Vacation... This family featured in the video knows how to vacation in style, and most importantly, with smiles on their faces. Over the past 10 years, Witch's Rock Surf Camp has become the ultimate destination for family surf vacations. We even offer some solid discounts for families in August We'll take care of all the tough logistics so you can soak in the memories. If you've had an EPIC family vacation with us, we'd love to hear about it. Now get your pen and paper out, because you're gonna want to take notes from these professional vacationers. Looking to get down here with your family? Contact us at 1-888-318-7873 and we'll hook you up! https://www. youtube. com/watch? time_continue=1&v=D3UjvdJZII4 --- > Playa Tamarindo - Tuesday October 8, 2019 - Published: 2019-10-08 - Modified: 2019-10-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-october-8-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=DIIRA93wrho Time: 8:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Very light High Tide : 10:47 AM Low Tide: 5:05 PM Description : Today with small waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Discover Bird's Surf Shed, a unique surfboard haven in San Diego, where you can ride boards and learn about surf culture. - Published: 2019-10-07 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/40-birds-surf-shed/ - Categories: Podcast You can’t visit San Diego without going to see Bird Huffman at Bird’s Surf Shed. And that’s exactly what Niki Hurren and Joe Walsh did in this week’s episode of Get Out and SURF. Located in a hidden Quonset hut on W. Morena Blvd, at the crossroads of Bay Park and Linda Vista, and within striking distance of every surf spot between Black’s Beach and Sunset Cliffs... welcome to Bird’s Surf Shed. Bird keeps over 1000 surfboards in the Shed, some of which are for sale, many of which you can ride if you just say please. Hear stories about the infamous local surfboard craftsmen of the area, the origin and resurgence of the fish, and the fine line between being a surfer and owning a surfing business. Thanks for listening, pura vida! Email Get Out and SURF any questions, comments, show ideas, etc. getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com This podcast is brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com DON’T FORGET! Go to Instagram, post your best sunset/sunrise photo with the hashtag #ShowUsYourSunset, and make sure to tag @getoutandsurf @witchsrocksurf and @sambatothesea Every month someone will win a free Witch’s Rock Surf Camp t-shirt. At the end of the year, one of these monthly winners will win the grand prize: a free trip to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica --- > Pro Surfer Spotlight | Andrea Diaz - Published: 2019-10-02 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pro-surfer-spotlight-andrea-diaz/ - Categories: Blog Do you know Andrea Diaz? She is Costa Rica’s first woman' surfing national champion, a mother of three, former Roxy team rider, and just a bad ass woman overall. Luckily for us, Andrea is also the head coach for Witch’s Rock’s Female Surf Retreats which are scheduled for 1 week each month from November - April. Let's dig into Andrea's unique story... -How long have you been playing in the ocean? For 23 years now-When did surfing become part of your life? I used to be a competitive swimmer so my teenage years were locked inside a pool. At the time I had qualified for the Atlanta Olympics, but that was not my real heart’s desire. So finally one day I figured out how to escape the pool (and my parents) by volunteering as a ranger in Playa Grande National Park. I was around 17 years old and working with Leatherback turtles along one of the best surf breaks in northern Costa Rica. So finally, I got my hands on a surfboard , paddled out, and that was it... I remember going back home and telling my little brother that I finally figured out what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. At this point I didn’t even envision I could have a career in the surfing Industry... I literally told my brother, "Look, I don’t care if I live on a little palapa ranch on the beach, all I want to do is play in the waves and live a simple life. So please, when we grow old, make sure you have my back and buy eyeglasses for me” as I figured I would not have a ton of money... The hard part of surfing actually came easy for me. I was able to catch and ride waves on my first session as I had the muscle and endurance to surf at a decent level on my first surf sessions. -How many years were you pro for Roxy? I was a Roxy team rider for 7 years. I like to say I was NOT born a surfer, but made into a surfer. I got picked by Roxy after scoring the cover shot of the biggest Latin American Magazine at the time, Surfos. I was actually the 1st girl ever to be featured on the cover, and three has only been 1 girl since. -What is... --- > Discover the elite line of Von Sol surfboards and the story behind Kelly Slater's 11th world title, with local surf icon Sean Mattison. - Published: 2019-09-30 - Modified: 2024-11-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/39-theres-function-to-design-its-not-all-fashion-with-sean-mattison/ - Categories: Podcast Welcome to Get Out and SURF! In this week’s episode we’re hanging out in Oceanside, California with local surf icon Sean Mattison. Sean discusses his elite line of Von Sol surfboards and tells the story about how Kelly Slater won his 11th world title riding Sean’s patented Nubster surfboard fin. Email us anything/everything/questions/rants/love letters/show ideas/recipes/surf reports/etc - getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com DON’T FORGET! Go to Instagram, post your best sunset/sunrise photo with the hashtag #ShowUsYourSunset, and make sure to tag @getoutandsurf @witchsrocksurf and @sambatothesea Every month someone will win a free Witch’s Rock Surf Camp t-shirt. At the end of the year, one of these monthly winners will win the grand prize: a free trip to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica - witchsrocksurfcamp. com --- > Get Out & Surf Podcast Ep. 38 | Surviving A Crocodile Attack with Jon Becker - Costa Rica Surf Camp Post - Published: 2019-09-25 - Modified: 2024-11-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-out-surf-podcast-ep-38-surviving-a-crocodile-attack-with-jon-becker/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks In July 2016, Jon Becker was paddling across the Tamarindo Estuary in Costa Rica after surfing — something that every Tamarindo local has done once or twice... We all heard about what happened next. The crocodile attack, the lost leg, and the long recovery ahead. How do you come back from something like that? Jon Becker had a choice. He could see himself as the unluckiest man for being attacked by a crocodile, or as the luckiest man for having survived. He chose the latter. For the first time, Jon opens up in detail to the crew at the Get Out and Surf podcast. Jon vividly recalls the events of July 22nd, his recovery, and eventual return to surfing. Little teaser: Jon celebrated his return to surfing with a family trip to Cloudbreak in Fiji. Listen to the full podcast here! --- > Don't miss this unbelievable story of survival. Join Jon Becker as he recounts his encounter with a crocodile. - Published: 2019-09-23 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/38-surviving-a-crocodile-attack-with-jon-becker/ - Categories: Podcast Introducing Jon Becker A. K. A. the surfer who was attacked by a crocodile and lived to tell the tale. And now, for the very first time, Jon shares this unbelievable story with the world. Listen firsthand as Jon describes his near death experience and how this event gave him inspiration for life and an even greater love for surfing. Sorry for any background noise, our studio is above a brewery and it was brew day the day we recorded this episode. Pura vida! Email us anything/everything/questions/rants/love letters/show ideas/recipes/surf reports/etc - getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com DON’T FORGET! Go to Instagram, post your best sunset/sunrise photo with the hashtag #ShowUsYourSunset, and make sure to tag @getoutandsurf @witchsrocksurf and @sambatothesea Every month someone will win a free Witch’s Rock Surf Camp t-shirt. At the end of the year, one of these monthly winners will win the grand prize: a free trip to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica - witchsrocksurfcamp. com --- > WRSC Employee Profile : Lavinia Pandis - Published: 2019-09-19 - Modified: 2019-09-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrsc-employee-profile-lavinia-pandis/ - Categories: Blog Do you know Lavinia? She's literally one of the best female surfers you'll meet in Costa Rica and we're so lucky to have her on our team. She offers a mixture of expert instruction combined with compassion and playfulness. If you've had a lesson or tour with Lavinia, you've surely seen some top-level shredding and hopefully taken away some key pointers to improve your own surfing. For this week's employee profile, we sat down with Lavinia to understand what makes her one of the highest requested instructors at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Where are you from? Your age? And how long have you been working at Witch’s Rock SurfI was born in Munich, Germany and raised in Costa Rica. I’m 28 years old. I have been working for about a year at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. When were you introduced into Surfing? I was introduced to surfing when I moved to Tamarindo when I was 13. I learned right in front on Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. How would you describe your style? I would describe my surfing style as smooth but powerful in my maneuvers. I love going down the line generating lots of speed. Photo by Avellanas Surf Photos What is your favorite wave in Costa Rica? My favorite wave in CR is the majestic Witchs Rock. Such a perfect beach break with barrels, turn sections and long ridesBiggest mistake beginners make? While standing, looking down on the board instead of looking forward or in the direction they're goingWho are your favorite surf students? The ones that are positive and motivated to learn no matter how challenging it gets. It's always nice to work with kids who have big smiles on their faces no matter what. How have you seen the female surf scene change over the years? I see that every year there are more girls ripping and competing, it makes me feel great! Photo by Avellanas Surf Photos --- > 37: Tamarindo Wild West Stories and the Wheel Of Waves - Published: 2019-09-16 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/37-tamarindo-wild-west-stories-and-the-wheel-of-waves/ - Categories: Podcast It’s story time! Sit back and listen as Joe Walsh, Niki Hurren and PMAC talk about the early days of living and working in Tamarindo on a tourist visa, and how close we all came to getting arrested and being deported. Also, we spin the Wheel Of Waves to decide where the Get Out and SURF podcast is headed next. Is it going to be Nova Scotia, Japan, England, or Kiribati? ? Listen to the show and find out. Have any questions? Is there something we can do better to make the podcast even better? Just want to give a shout out? Email us here: getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com Find us on Instagram: @getoutandsurf Witch’s Rock Surf Camp https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com/ Firewire Surfboards https://firewiresurfboards. com/ --- > Cheap Flights, Rodeos, Barrels and Other Dry-Season Happenings - Published: 2019-09-11 - Modified: 2025-02-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/cheap-flights-rodeos-barrels-dry-season-happenings/ - Categories: Blog, Promotions - Tags: Deals, newsletter Are you bummed that Summertime is ending? Feeling hesitant to break out the sweatshirts and long johns? For many of our friends in the USA and Canada, Winter is coming which means thick wetsuits and cold swells. But it doesn't have to be this way. Take the classic example from our friend & resident legend, Robert August, who lives the Endless Summer year-round here in Playa Tamarindo. No matter what time of year in Tamarindo, you'll always find the sun, relaxed tropical vibes, and of course, World Class Waves. We want to give you something to look forward to these Winter months. Come January, you're going to be begging the surf gods for boardshorts and blue water perfection. So why not plan a mid-Winter Surf trip to Costa Rica this February (or anytime for that matter)? This is a perfect half-way point to raise your spirits and get you through the the remaining months in the frozen North. PLUS, we found some great flights to Costa Rica you can check out below. Cheap flights: We scoured the web and found great deals on flights from all over North America. These are some of the best deals we could find. Looks like February is the cheapest month to travel to Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR). NYC $379 - $400 February (American Airlines) BOS $391- $420 February (United Airlines) YTO $297 - $330 February (American Airlines) LAX $440 - $500 February (Copa or United Airlines) DEN $515 - $515 February (Copa or United Airlines) You can do some more scouring for flights by hitting up our favorite travel site Cheapoair. com, or contact our lovely reservations team, who have become professionals at finding the best flights, schedules and prices. Don't Miss: Rodeos, Turtle Tours, Surf n Turf & other Dry Season Happenings:Aside from waves, dry season also brings us the following:Rodeo & Fiesta Season: November thru April Robert August Surf -n-Turf Charity Event: Mid- March. Dates TBA Leatherback Turtle Tours: October thru February Return of All-day Offshore Winds: December thru April Costa Rica Microbrewery Festival: Late March, Early April North Swells & Barrels:You didn't hear it from us, but Tamarindo LOVES the big Northwest swells this time of year. The combination of offshore winds with these perfectly angled swells allows for day after day of perfect conditions at some of our favorite local waves. Witch's Rock, the Tamarindo Rivermouth (Video) and Playa... --- > 36: 1 Motorcycle, 2 Surfboards, 3 Years and 10,000 Miles - Published: 2019-09-09 - Modified: 2024-07-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/36-1-motorcycle-2-surfboards-3-years-and-10000-miles/ - Categories: Podcast Meet Eric Sharman, a traveling surfer from Coos Bay, Oregon currently on a 3-year adventure of a lifetime riding his motorcycle from Oregon to Tierra del Fuego, Argentina. We caught up with Eric as he was passing through Tamarindo to hear all about his trip, and what a rad conversation we ended up having. The takeaway? Bring only the essentials, shed any expectations, and go wherever the road takes you. https://www. instagram. com/ersharman Sorry for any background noise early on in the show (the recording studio is located upstairs above the Volcano Brewing Company brewery). Witch’s Rock Surf Camp - Tamarindo, Costa Rica https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com/ Jeffrey Brundage, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Intern https://jeffreybrundage. com/ Vagabonding - by Ralph Potts https://www. amazon. com/Vagabonding-Uncommon-Guide-Long-Term-Travel/dp/0812992180 And don’t forget about the #ShowUsYourSunset contest! Follow the Get Out and SURF podcast on Instagram (https://instagram. com/getoutandsurf) and post your favorite sunset (or sunrise! ) photo. Make sure to tag @getoutandsurf, @witchsrocksurf, and @sambatothesea. Every month one lucky winner will receive an official Witch’s Rock Surf Camp t-shirt, and at the end of the year one of these lucky winners will win the grand prize: a free trip to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Pura vida! --- > Are there hurricanes in Costa Rica? Find out about past hurricane incidents and current weather patterns affecting the region. - Published: 2019-09-05 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/are-there-hurricanes-in-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog, Costa Rica Surfing, Weather + Surf Conditions Over the past several weeks, many of you have called or emailed us to ask about the possibility of hurricanes hitting Costa Rica. For everyone who's called, there are always several more people with the same question. Maybe this topic has been prevalent lately because many of our WRSC family is currently being affected by Hurricane Dorian. On Sept 1st, Hurricane Dorian reached 185 mph winds and Category 5 strength. Since then, the storm has dissipated, but still remains an impressive Category 2 storm and will effect millions of people along the East Coast, USA this week. Remember, if you're crazy enough to paddle out during these storms, practice extreme caution as these are not your typical swell events along the East Coast. Yes, Hurricanes create waves, but anyone chasing these storms should be aware of long-shore currents, multiple swell periods, rouge sets, and floating debris. In fact, the Get Out & Surf Podcast crew had an episode about their experience surfing hurricane swells. So with all the hurricane talk, we'd like to tackle the question that's on everyone's mind: Are there Hurricanes in Costa Rica? September is the official peak of hurricane season in the Northern Hemisphere. If you want to get more specific, Sept 10th is the exact day when we're most likely to have an active hurricane spinning in the Atlantic basin. Even with all this tropical activity, somehow Costa Rica is spared year after year from a direct landfall. Many of us remember the (almost) historic Hurricane Nate in October of 2017 which brought heavy rains and winds across the northern region of Costa Rica. Even though parts of northern Costa Rica experienced Category 1 hurricane force winds, Hurricane Nate officially made landfall (the location where the eye of the storm first strikes land) along the Caribbean coast of Nicaragua, not Costa Rica. In all of recorded history, a Hurricane has never actually made direct landfall on Costa Rican territory. This was a freak event. Yes, September and October are Costa Rica's rainy season with many tropical waves passing over the country, but there are still reasons to visit Costa Rica this time of year. The mountainous terrain through the center of Costa Rica prevents many tropical waves from reaching the flat lands of Guanacaste in the North-West region where Tamarindo is located. On a typical rainy season day, you can expect blue skies in... --- > Learn about the world of surfing during Costa Rica's hurricane season. Find out how surfers take advantage of epic swells. - Published: 2019-09-01 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/35-hurricane-season/ - Categories: Podcast It’s Sunday night, September 1st 2019, and the first major hurricane of the year Hurricane Dorian is currently blasting the Bahamas and heading towards Florida and the Carolinas. While most people along these coasts are boarding up their windows and packing their emergency bags, surfers from around the world are doing the exact opposite and heading directly towards the eye of the storm. It’s officially hurricane season, and the surf is going to get EPIC. In this week’s episode we hang out with Ryan Waldron, Senior Meteorologist for Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Ryan grew up surfing in Virginia Beach and he seriously rips. Ryan also studies swell formation and swell forecasts and knows more on the subject than just about anyone. --- > A Reading List for the Intellectual Surfer - Published: 2019-08-28 - Modified: 2019-08-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-reading-list-for-the-intellectual-surfer/ - Categories: Blog Surfer’s aren’t typically thought of as intellectuals, but traveling surfers are not your typical beach bums. As traveling surfers, we’ve developed an acute desire for the things in life that money cannot buy. We’ve honed our skills as minimalist travel experts. We can read swell charts, find reliable reefs using Google Earth, and be on a plane to any far flung corner of the world with just a moment's notice. All in the pursuit of the coveted feeling we get when we ride the perfect wave. When we pick up a book, we want it to be just as exciting, inspiring, and complex as our surf trips. Here at WRSC, we have done our best to compile an intriguing reading list to satisfy your deepest intellectual desires and inspire you to get out there and chase waves. So dive in and pick up a book for your next long flight! 1. Barbarian Days A Surfing Life William Finnegan When I first read Barbarian Days A Surfing Life, I was blown away. William Finnegan, a long time staff writer at the New Yorker, divulges the details of a life spent wandering the globe in search of surf, adventure, and ultimately purpose. What separates Finnegan’s work from any other surf related literature out there is the language. William Finnegan masterfully guides his readers through a lifetime of travel with elegant prose, vivid imagery, and an expertly crafted narrative. William Finnegan became known to the surfing world after his two-part New Yorker piece, Playing Doc’s Game about surf culture in San Francisco during the 1980s. However, most of Finnegan’s writing career has been spent covering political issues, from Apartheid in South Africa to the Mozambique civil war. After its 2015 release, Barbarian Days quickly become a New York Times Best Seller. Finnegan’s work would go on to win the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for autobiographical work. 2. Blue Mind Wallace J. Nichols Blue Mind isn’t your typical piece of surfing literature. In fact, it’s not about surfing at all. Rather, Wallace J. Nichols ground breaking work is an in depth look at mankind's connection to the ocean and how the brain responds to being on, near, or under water. Wallace J. Nichols is a PhD research associate at the California Academy of Sciences and a passionate marine biologist. Nichols delves into the nuts and bolts of what makes our physical, psychological, and emotional... --- > Join Joe Walsh, Niki, and PMAC as they discuss The Sound Of Tamarindo with local legend Jesse Bishop and his musical adventures. - Published: 2019-08-26 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/34-the-sound-of-tamarindo/ - Categories: Podcast If you’ve spent any time in Tamarindo over the past 20 years, you’ve probably seen (and heard) local music legend Jesse Bishop jamming out on stage. In this week’s episode Joe Walsh, Niki, and PMAC sat down with Jesse to hear his story. Hear how Jesse Bishop found himself playing guitar at the Armadillo World Headquarters in Austin Texas with musicians such as Count Basie and Willie Nelson. Listen in as he describes how he ever ended up in Tamarindo in the first place, driving from the US to Tamarindo five different times and the adventures he had along the way. --- > Get Out & Surf Podcast SCORES in...... Lake Michigan? - Published: 2019-08-25 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-out-surf-podcast-scores-in-lake-michigan/ - Categories: Blog The crew went where? Yes, you read the title right. Last week, Joe Walsh, Niki Hurran, and P-Mac took a first-class flight to Muskegon, Michigan to participate in the annual, Great Lakes Surf Festival. Luckily for the boys, Tamarindo expat, Larry Larson, opened his family home in Michigan for the weekend. In reality, no one knew what to expect as this was unknown territory for all. . How does the beach look? Are the locals friendly? Are there even waves? ? Find out how the trip went in this week’s Podcast. A little teaser: the crew almost had a MAJOR incident in during a lightning storm. Also, someone was un-impressed with their first class flight. Lots of laughs and good times in this one. FULL PODCAST HERE --- > Join the excitement at the Great Lakes Surf Festival 2019 in Muskegon. Experience surfing like never before on the Great Lakes. - Published: 2019-08-19 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/33-great-lakes-surf-festival-2019/ - Categories: Podcast Join Niki, PMAC, and Joe Walsh for the 2nd annual Great Lakes Surf Festival in Muskegon, Michigan. Most people don’t even realize you can surf on the Great Lakes. We really had no idea what to expect, and were stoked with what we found. This was a great episode, sit back, relax and enjoy. Pura vida! Great Lakes Surf FestivalThird Coast Surf ShopWet Mitten Surf Shop --- > Moms SURF for FREE for Mother's Day - Published: 2019-08-14 - Modified: 2019-08-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/moms-surf-for-free/ - Categories: Blog, Deals, Employees Everyday should be Mother's Day. As a father of twins that witness first-hand the genuine love and selflessness between my wife and children, 1 day a year to acknowledge a mother's tireless job seems too little. For our friends in North America, Mother's Day falls on the second Sunday of May. Here in Costa Rica, Mother's day is celebrated on the same day every year, August 15th. To celebrate the day, we asked some of our surf instructors to commemorate their mothers with some kind words. Here's what they had to say: Randall catching waves in Tamarindo Randall (Fish) - My mother has always been by my side and encouraged me when I was young that I could achieve anything that I wanted in life. Xiquiu talking a walk at Sunset Xiquiu - My mother means everything to me. My father taught me that before everything, comes my mother. That I should always think of her in everything I do. As for surfing, she would always drive 2. 5 hours to my favorite beaches 3 times a week when we lived in Venezuela and she would wait for me to surf for 3 hours and then drive back home. J. Luis taking a break between lessons J Luis - My mother, with her love and patience, allowed me to thrive as a child. I try to transmit this same energy to my surf students as they are learning surfing. Mao floating around Mao - My mom bought me my first surfboard even though she was scared of me surfing. I'll always be grateful for that. If anyone deserves a vacation, it’s your mom. That’s why, for the 1st time in WRSC history, we are running a Moms SURF for FREE promotion. Here are the rules: -Book before the end of the month (Aug 31st last day) and your mom surfs for free! -Trip must be 7 nights -Mother needs to be accompanied by a surfing child (of any age) paying the normal price -Cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotions or Christmas / New Years Dates Our sincerest, Happy Mother’s Day to all our Costa Rican (and international) mothers out there. You deserve it. If you’d like to take advantage of this promo or even drop us a line on how cool your mother is, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 or write us at reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com --- > Playa Tamarindo -Monday, Augost 08, 2019 - Published: 2019-08-12 - Modified: 2019-08-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-augost-08-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=E7z6rBtfTYI&feature=youtu. be Time: 010:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: OFFSHORE Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 12:37 PM Low Tide: 6:18 PM Description : Excellent waves in the morning for beginners, and at noon for intermediate, the wind entering approximately at noon. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Stay updated with current news from the surfing world, featuring the Great Lakes Surf Festival and shark sightings in Cape Cod. - Published: 2019-08-12 - Modified: 2025-06-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/32-current-news-from-the-surfing-world/ - Categories: Podcast Hang out with Joe Walsh, PMAC, and Niki Hurren as we talk about whats been going on this month in surfing news. - Great Lakes Surf Festival August 17, 2019 in Muskegon MI - Delta drops surfboard baggage fees - Cliff collapse at Grandview surf break in Encinitas CA - Pan Am Surf Games results - Chinese wave pool malfunction - 150+ great white shark sightings along Cape Cod beaches since June 2019! Sorry for the extra background noise towards the end of the episode, there was some construction going on next door. Pura vida! --- > Discover the lucky winner of the Robert August Surfboard Giveaway and how they got to choose their dream surfboard. - Published: 2019-08-07 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-surfboard-winner/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks How would you feel walking into a surf shop with permission to take any surfboard off the rack... Pretty dreamy, right? Well that was a reality for the winner of the Robert August Surfboard Giveaway this past May, Russel Kent. We like to do these giveaways a few times a year because we love the feeling of giving back to our valued guests and hearing the sound of their voice when we call them with unbelievable news. “Is this a joke? Am I getting scammed? ! ” is the initial response we normally get in today’s world where everything seems too good to be true. When Russell was staying with us for 2 weeks this past June, he was able to pick his free board off the rack and test it out while here on the Intermediate Surf Tours. We took a moment to catch up and congratulate him in person. Here’s what he had to say: How many times have you been to Witch's Rock? Tamarindo 3 times, 2 of those at WR. What program do you do? Intermediate for life! :-) How did you feel when you heard you won the board? I had just arrived at the beach at Bolinas CA to go surfing when I saw your text/email, and to be honest it took awhile for me to believe it. I booked my trip at short notice, maybe 3 or 4 weeks out, so this was a huge unexpected bonus. I spent the next 2 hours in the line up at Bolinas with a massive smile on my face. I was then very excited at the prospect of being able to choose any board from the shop (thanks again for sending the photos and descriptions). What board did you pick? I chose the red 5' 8" twin fin fish. Unfortunately the only photo I have is the one that you sent me, and I left the board in storage at WRSC so I can't take another. I had planned to get a photo of the board, Robert and me, but I ran out of time. Maybe I'll do this when I come back. I was going to put it on Facebook etc to give you guys some thanks and promotion. How does the board feel under your feet? The board is really nice. Obviously it looks great but it also rides smooth and fast. It's... --- > Explore the journey of Old School Adam Greenman from a reservationist to a surfboard innovator for the UK surfing elite. - Published: 2019-08-05 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/31-old-school-adam-greenman/ - Categories: Podcast Welcome to the show Adam! Adam Greenman got his start in the surfing industry working as a reservationist at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp back in 2002. After a few years, Adam went on to start Trim Surfboards in the UK and became the UK’s main importer of high-end longboards, selling classic logs for upwards of $6000 to the UK’s surfing elite. These days you can find Adam working hard at developing more environmentally friendly surfboards using hemp, plant-based resins, and other forward-thinking materials. Check it out! --- > Employee Profile: Maxi Waxi (bonus video) - Published: 2019-07-31 - Modified: 2019-07-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-profile-maxi-waxi-bonus-video/ - Categories: Blog When you come to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we want you to have life-changing experiences, make new friends, and make the most of your time in Tamarindo. We know our service plays a big role in that. In these Employee Profiles we’ll introduce some of the individuals who make up the best staff in the world. Today, we chat with a guest favorite, Maxi Waxi. Maxi is someone you'll want to know since he handles customer service at the board cage. Maxi has been with the camp since it opened 17 years ago and continues to put smiles on people's faces. What is your favorite part of the job? I am always happy working the surfboard cage. I like to meet and get to know all of our guests and make new friends. I have also learned English working at the camp, which is amazing. What does good customer service mean to you? Good customer service to me is welcoming a guest with a nice, sincere smile, asking their name, and if it is the first time here, and asking how I can help them out. I love to recommend to them what we have in our surfboard cage and talk about the waves in the area. When is the last time you laughed with a guest? The funniest thing to ever happen to me here is when someone asked me to rent a “plancha,” which translates to an steam iron for clothes. We laughed because they were trying to practice their Spanish, but didn’t quite get it right. But that’s okay, because practice makes perfect. I love to help guests with their Spanish and that they help me with my English. What is the craziest story that you have heard or experienced while working at WRSC? Back in 2003, one of the tours went to surf in Santa Teresa in the original WRSC school bus. Once they got there, the bus broke down. Back then, cell phones didn’t exist here and landlines were not very common, so our guests had to get a taxi all the way back, which is about 5 hours. I had to go down and bring the bus back because at that time we didn’t have any drivers. You've probably waxed over 1 million board by now, what is your strategy? The camp actually made a video about my waxing strategy a few years... --- > Explore the fun in Letters To The Editor with insights on surfboards, local waves, and listener questions. - Published: 2019-07-29 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/30-letters-to-the-editor/ - Categories: Podcast It’s the end of July and the waves in Tamarindo have been fantastic. Join Niki Hurren, P-MAC, and Joe Walsh as we answer tons of listener questions that we’ve received over the past few weeks. Hear about the new half pipe at the brewery, what boards we ride and why, what are our favorite surf movies, what to do when you drop in and ding someone’s board, why is Niki called the Barrel Dodger, and much more. Don’t miss this episode unless the waves are firing! --- > The Annexation of Costa Rica | What is it? - Published: 2019-07-24 - Modified: 2019-07-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-annexation-of-costa-rica-what-is-it/ - Categories: Blog, Lifestyle Did you know that Playa Tamarindo was once part of Nicaragua? It probably wasn't called, Playa Tamarindo back then, but it's interesting to see (nowadays) how shifting a line in the sand almost 200 years ago has left a reverberating impact on culture, human genetics, and day-to-day life. Today's Costa Rica is represented by 7 provinces: Guanacaste, Alajuela, San Jose, Puntarenas, Heredia, Limon and Cartago. However, before 1824, Costa Rica's northwestern region of Guanacaste was part of Nicaraguan territory. At this time in history, Nicaragua was engaged in a violent civil war that the Guanacastecos (indigenous people from Guanacaste) wanted no part of. They peacefully requested to be annexed to Costa Rica and were approved by the Central American Federation on July 25th 1824. "De la patria por nuestra voluntad". This phrase translates to, "Part of this country by our own choice" and rings true especially around Guanacaste. Costa Rican people in general have overwhelming pride in their country, but the Guanacaste culture is truly something special. Guanacaste celebrates the "dia de la anexión" on July 25th each year with typical fiestas and street parades featuring Costa Rican traditional foods like tamales and grilled meat with tortillas. If you're down here on this date in July, you will see no shortage of concerts, fireworks, folk dances and bull riding to top off the celebration. Will you be here to celebrate this year's annexation? If so, great! You will undoubtedly learn something new about this unique cowboy culture. If not, no worries; Costa Rica seems to have a great party just about every night :) Ready to plan your next surf trip to Tamarindo? Contact us now at 1-888-318-7873 or email us at reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com --- > Playa Tamarindo -Monday, July 22, 2019 - Published: 2019-07-22 - Modified: 2019-07-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-july-22-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=aVRpIAk3XAQ&feature=youtu. be Time: 01:00 PM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: LIGHT, OFFSHORE Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 6:35 PM Low Tide: 12:24 PM Description : One morning with small waves but waiting for them to gain strength during the week, we think the afternoon will be better. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 29: Hanging Out With Langosta’s Grandpa - Published: 2019-07-21 - Modified: 2019-07-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/29-hanging-out-with-langostas-grandpa/ - Categories: Podcast What a classic episode this is! Sit back and relax as Joe and Niki hang out with Tamarindo’s local resident Mike Clifford AKA Grandpa. Hear what it was like to spend a night in a Costa Rica jail, to be sponsored by VANS in the 70s, and to travel the world working on a cruise ship (and surfing epic waves along the way). And next time you’re in Tamarindo, make sure to stop by and say hi to Grandpa at the Surf Club Bar & Grill in Playa Langosta. Pura vida! --- > NEW 2019 / 2020 Dates | All Women Surf Retreats w/ Andrea Diaz - Published: 2019-07-18 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/its-back-2019-all-women-surf-retreats-w-andrea-diaz/ - Categories: Blog Female surf retreats are here to stay! The girls have been so stoked and showed such enthusiasm these past weeks that we decided to add 6 MORE WEEKS to our All Female Surf Retreats. If you’ve been holding off on your surf trip, now is the time to capitalize on an unforgettable week of surfing with the best female surfer in Costa Rica, Andrea Diaz. This is way more than a surf holiday. Our all-women retreats are perfect for replenishing your female spirit in a safe environment. You will enjoy surfing with Andrea, yoga classes, massages, girls’ night on the town, and spontaneous non-surfing excursions with your new best friends. Here is what Krissie P (@phillynerdgirl) had to say about her experience during her July 13 - 2oth retreat. "This was my first time surfing at the tender age of 36. I'm originally from Delaware and have a lot of friends that surf but I never learned myself because I was intimidated. I came with somewhat low expectations that it would take me a whole week to stand up, but Andrea Diaz had me standing up on the first day! I recently lost my husband to cancer last January and learned that like is short. I've been trying to do everything that I wished we could have done together and this has been the perfect re-birth into my next chapter of life. " Here are the NEW upcoming dates. Call us at 1-888-318-to book your spot August 10 - 17th November 16 - 23rd December 7 - 14th January 11 - 18th February 8 - 15th March 7 - 14th April 18 - 25th Spots will fill up fast so call us at 1-888-318-7873 ASAP if you’re looking to make this surf trip a reality. Full details and pricing here on our Female Surf Retreat Page Pura Vida! --- > Playa Grande -Tuesday, July 16, 2019 - Published: 2019-07-16 - Modified: 2019-07-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-july-16-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=qaxE7OXxI-A&feature=youtu. be Time:01:00 PM Location: Playa Grande , Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: Gentle - Offshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 9:55 AM Low Tide: 4:14PM Description : A small offshore brought by clouds, nor rain, slight wind Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Meet Grant Mccartney, a Real Life Surf Ninja. Learn about his journey as a professional surfer and American Ninja Warrior star. - Published: 2019-07-15 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/28-real-life-surf-ninja/ - Categories: Podcast This week on our show we hung out with Grant Mccartney from Oahu, Hawaii. Grant is a professional skater, surfer, and star of the TV show American Ninja Warrior. Hear what it takes to become a real life ninja. Awesome! Get Out and SURF is brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Follow Grant Mccartney on Instagram and check out his website. @getoutandsurf @witchsrocksurf @islandninja --- > Join the Show Us Your Sunset Contest and share your stunning sunset photos with fellow sunset lovers and surfers! - Published: 2019-07-11 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/show-us-your-sunset-contest/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Photo by: Kristen Brown - sambatothesea. com There are a few commonalities that connect humanity. We all breathe oxygen, we all require food and water for survival, and we all love posting sunset photos to social media... Bad joke? Anyways, one would think that an event that happens everyday would eventually get boring, but for some reason, the unpredictable nature of a sunset always stops us in our tacks and is proven to produce feelings of gratitude, wholesomeness, and spiritual intimacy. It’s also been proven that the best way to enjoy a sunset is floating in the ocean on your surfboard, waiting for one last wave to cap off your day. If you’re the type of person that loves sunsets and surfing, then you will love our newest contest thought up in the think tank of the Get Out and Surf Podcast. How do you enter? The first thing you need to do is have an Instagram account. Then, you’ll need to follow these 3 Instagram accounts: @witchsrocksurf @getoutandsurf @sambatothesea. After you’ve followed these accounts, you’re ready to use your artistic eye and capture the most beautiful sunset or sunrise photo known to mankind. Yes, we understand that not everyone experiences sunsets over the ocean so sunrises are also eligible. Post your sunset (or sunrise photo) tagging these 3 IG accounts and use the hastag #showusyoursunset How do you win? On the 1st of every month, we will choose the top 2 entries for the previous month and our followers will have 24 hours to vote on their favorite one. The monthly winner will win a small prize and also be entered into the grand finally. After 12 months of sunset photos and choosing monthly winners, we will vote for the very best sunset (or sunrise) photo and the 1st place winner gets the "ultimate prize. " But WHAT do you win? The monthly winners are rewarded with something small like a WRSC T-Shirt, a Samba to the Sea print, or a souvenir hat. The winner of the whole contest with the best sunset (or sunrise) photo gets a FREE SURF TRIP to WRSC. This is a 7 night, all-paid surf trip and the dates are up to you. Christmas and New Years are black out dates but you still have 50 weeks off the year to choose from. We will announce the winner of the 1st month on... --- > Playa Grande -Thursday, July 11, 2019 - Published: 2019-07-11 - Modified: 2024-07-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-july-11-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=yFYY1GO_wAk Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Grande , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 9:55 AM Low Tide: 4:14PM Description :Today good conditions with slightly slow waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, July 10, 2019 - Published: 2019-07-10 - Modified: 2019-07-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-july-10-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=g5LfV4DQ9qQ Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 8:55 AM Low Tide: 3:10PM Description :Today a little smaller, but a nice day to practice surfing Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Monday, July 8, 2019 - Playa Tamarindo - Published: 2019-07-08 - Modified: 2019-07-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/monday-july-8-2019-playa-tamarindo/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=CJGC7KRY_xI Time: 8AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Very light High Tide: 7:05 AM Low Tide: 1:10PM Description :Today with good waves and big Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 27: Surfing With Your Kids (with Happy Walsh) - Published: 2019-07-08 - Modified: 2019-07-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/27-surfing-with-your-kids-with-happy-walsh/ - Categories: Podcast There is no “best way” to get your kids to love surfing as much as you do. In this episode we share our personal stories of how we’ve introduced the ocean and surfing to our children, and the lessons that we’ve learned along the way. Kids LOVE learning to surf at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Learn more at https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com --- > Playa Grande – Thursday, July 4, 2019 - Published: 2019-07-06 - Modified: 2019-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-july-4-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=6s4_YEVoEVo&feature=youtu. be Time: 1:00 PM Location: Playa Grande , Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 3:55 PM Low Tide: 10:09 PM Description : afternoon with waves of good size and good shape Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande – Friday, July 5, 2019 - Published: 2019-07-06 - Modified: 2019-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-july-5-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=DPFbY-yVPVQ&feature=youtu. be Time: 1:00 PM Location: Playa Grande , Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 4:44 PM Low Tide: 10:56 PM Description : just like yesterday, waves with good shape and size and glassy water surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, July 6, 2019 - Published: 2019-07-06 - Modified: 2019-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-july-6-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=wtqnbJL5uBI&feature=youtu. be Time: 12:30 PM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 5:18 AM Low Tide: 11:20 AM Description : Noon at low tide with semi choppy water surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Taking your family on a successful Costa Rica Family Surf Trips takes courage, planning, and downright luck. - Published: 2019-07-04 - Modified: 2023-06-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/family-surf-trips-to-wrsc-everything-you-need-to-know/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Taking your family on a successful vacation takes courage, planning, and downright luck. Even though the logistics can be complicated, it shouldn't stop your family from creating unforgettable memories that you will reminisce about for years to come. In the past few years, Witch's Rock Surf Camp has truly transformed into the ultimate family surf getaway. According to our WRSC Demographics report, families now make up for 30% of reservations on a yearly average. This percentage goes up slightly for June / July / August as families take their Summer vacations. If you're planning a family surf trip with WRSC, here are some quick tips on how to save money and maximize fun! How can you save some money? Is your family looking for one last thrilling vacation before the school-bells start ringing? With such a perfect environment for sharing the stoke of surf, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp made the month of August our Kids Surf for FREE month.  Going on a surf trip with your family is always cool. And since traveling with your entire family can get expensive, this promotion helps you save BIG so you can take your family on a memorable surf vacation without breaking the bank What are the rules to this promotion? – One free child enrolled in our surf programs for every parent at full price. – Children must be between 4 and 17 years of age. How young can kids surf? As parents, we are the ambassadors of the world for our children. We introduce their first foods, we define their limits, we pass on our language, and so forth. After we’ve given a basic introduction to the world and social norms are established, the greatest gift that parents can pass down is a passion. And what better passion than SURFING? At Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we have taught surfing to children as young as 5 years old. We usually pair them with one of our parent instructors, keep them close to shore, and give them the 1-on-1 attention they need. Parents are welcome to wade in the water close by and cheer them on. And funny enough, the kids usually catch their first real waves sooner than the adults. Maybe it’s their fearless instinct or their nimble bodies that haven’t felt the burden of old age. Whatever it is, we find that kids can start surfing at about 5 years old if they... --- > Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, July 3, 2019 - Published: 2019-07-03 - Modified: 2019-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-july-3-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=XNnpsirT6QM&feature=youtu. be Time: 11:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 3:07 PM Low Tide: 9:22 PM Description : mostly closeouts waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas – Monday, July 1, 2019 - Published: 2019-07-02 - Modified: 2019-07-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-july-1-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=kMtGJ-wDlN4&feature=youtu. be Time: 11:00 AM Location: Playa Avellanas , Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 1:31 PM Low Tide: 7:48 PM Description : waves with good shape and size until the wind changed direction Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas – Tuesday, July 2, 2019 - Published: 2019-07-02 - Modified: 2019-07-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-july-2-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=wG7N9YMmDzQ&feature=youtu. be Time: 11:30 AM Location: Playa Avellanas , Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 2:19 PM Low Tide: 8:35 PM Description : waves bigger than yesterday, with good shape and glassy water surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 26. Chasing Sunsets with Samba to the Sea - Published: 2019-07-01 - Modified: 2023-09-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/26-chasing-sunsets-with-samba-to-the-sea/ - Categories: Podcast While sitting down with this week's guest, we were so inspired that we're thinking of having a sunset-off contest. Stay tuned and follow us on Instagram at @getoutandsurf for more details. When Kristen Brown moved down to Tamarindo, Costa Rica over 5 years ago, she quickly became a regular in the lineup while working for Robert August. After observing our stunning sunsets one too many times and Robert's temporary move back to California, she became the force behind Samba to the Sea. Prints and pillows are available at The Sunset Shop where our listeners get 25% off until July 17th. Just use the code GOSURF at checkout. Spread the stoke and review Get Out and Surf on ITunes. Get Out and Surf on ITunes - podcasts. apple. com/us/podcast/get-out-and-surf/id1448602856? mt=2 Samba To The Sea - sambatothesea. com The Sunset Shop -thesunsetshop. com Robert August - robertaugust. com Kristen Brown on Instagram - @sambatothesea --- > Employee Profile: Xiquiu Acosta - Published: 2019-06-27 - Modified: 2019-06-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-profile-xiquiu-acosta/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Do you know our instructor, Xiquiu (pronounced ZQ)? She is one of the longest standing female surf instructors at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp and is one of the most requested for young kids and families. Always with a smile on her face, Xiquiu shines positive light on her students and incorporates the perfect amount of playfulness into her lessons. If you haven’t gotten the chance to meet Xiquiu at the camp, here is a brief introduction in this week’s employee profile. Where are you from? Your age? And how long have you been working at Witch’s Rock Surf I’m from La Guaira – Venezuela and I’m 25 years old. I’ve been working at WRSC for 4 years When were you introduced into Surfing? When I was 10 years old, my family and I went to this beach that was only for surfer. and I remember I couldn’t Stop watching them in the water riding the waves. I just felt in love. but it wasn’t until a couple years later that I surfed and of course it was love at the first wave. How would you describe your style? I would say I’m a soul surfer. My surf style? ? ? Mmm... Smooth! ! I just love have a nice ride jijiji ! ! What is your favorite wave in Costa Rica? I love point break, so that’s why playa negra and ollies point are my favorite! ! Any quick and easy tips for the perfect pop up? For beginners I am faithful believer of the three steps: push-up, back foot and front foot. Make sure you’re in the right spot on the board when you’re lying down and once your start paddling be tranquil@ and paddle with a nice rhythm. Never rush at the moment to get up just take your time doing one step at the time and enjoy the ride Biggest mistake beginners make? Looking down, feet too close together, standing to far back. hey! Look where you wanna go, if you wanna get up just look forward guys! hahaha! Who are your favorite surf students? Kids of course ! ! I do love teach kids because is always more fun and they willing to learn. It make me happy when I see them stoked after they catch the first wave. How have you seen the female surf scene change over the years? Yes! ! ! In... --- > Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, June 29, 2018 - Published: 2019-06-27 - Modified: 2019-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/41290-2/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=EdJTx-ArFHs&feature=youtu. be&bpctr=1561666597 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 11:53 PM Low Tide: 6:11 PM Description : We hope to have good waves in the rest of the day, we have a bit of clouds, but we do not expect rain, the sun has not warmed up, but everything can subside in our paradise. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas – Tuesday, June 25, 2018 - Published: 2019-06-25 - Modified: 2019-06-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-june-25-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=9n9mjU83TWU&feature=youtu. be Time: 7:00 AM Location: Playa Avellanas , Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 8:30 PM Low Tide: 2:32 PM Description : Good waves, the wind changed at 8. 30 a. m. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 25: Finding Unridden Surf In Micronesia - Published: 2019-06-24 - Modified: 2019-06-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/25-finding-unridden-surf-in-micronesia/ - Categories: Podcast Have you ever dreamed about living on a remote island in the middle of nowhere, surfing epic waves all alone? Meet Frank Lemes. Frank’s story of how he joined the Peace Corps in college and spent almost 2 years volunteering and surfing epic waves in Kiribati is mind-bending. This is an epic show, you are going to LOVE IT. I hope you’re as stoked on it as I was when Frank, Niki and I recorded it. If you like the Get Out and SURF podcast, please give us a review on iTunes. This helps other frothing surfers find our show, and they’re thankful. And If you want surf fun, warm, tropical waves, you should definitely come visit us at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com/ Pura Vida, Joe Walsh getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com --- > Playa Tamarindo - Monday, June 24, 2018 - Published: 2019-06-24 - Modified: 2019-06-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-june-24-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=nlckeTN2C5E&feature=youtu. be Time: 7:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: light High Tide : 7:45 AM Low Tide: 1:44 PM Description : Good waves, big, but a little closed, nice mornings Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande -Friday, June 21, 2019 - Published: 2019-06-22 - Modified: 2019-06-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-21-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=oBXbFjd1B-Y Time: 6:00AM Location: Playa Grande , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: SOFT High Tide : 5:33AM Low Tide: 11:40AM Description : Very little wave and very choppy Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo -Saturday, June 22, 2018 - Published: 2019-06-22 - Modified: 2019-06-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-june-22-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=oecovltef8g Time: 6:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: light High Tide :6:18AM Low Tide: 12:11PM Description :Today the waves a little closed and fast Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > How did you spend International Surfing Day? - Published: 2019-06-20 - Modified: 2019-06-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-did-you-spend-international-surfing-day/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks We hope you got some waves this past week with International Surfing Day (ISD) falling on June 15th. There was actually some really phenomenal surf with offshore winds in Tamarindo which made it easy for everyone to celebrate. Besides catching some waves on ISD, Witch's Rock Surf Camp teamed up with The Clean Wave to organize a much-needed beach clean up across the 2km stretch of Playa Tamarindo. After a dawn patrol session, everyone met at Witch's Rock Surf Camp at 9am to begin the extensive cleanup. About 20 people showed up with trash bags, rubber gloves, and a sincere desire to give back to our natural environment. We were even joined by some local police officers along with surf legend (and Tamarindo resident) Robert August. After 3 hours of combing the beach, the team members returned to Witch's Rock Surf Camp to separate recyclable from non-recyclable, wash their hands, and eat their well-deserved free lunch provided by WRSC. Thank you so much to everyone involved. There have been several beach cleaning initiatives started by surfers lately that encourage personal action. Have you heard about Take 3 for the Sea and #Stoptrashingwaves? It seems as though the tide is turning on environmental consciousness and what better day to celebrate than International Surfing Day? How did you spend last Saturday? Got some waves? Picked up some trash? Let us know in the comments how you are contributing to betterment of our beaches and ocean. If you'd like to get down here yourself and enjoy the warm, blue Pacific Ocean, give us a contact us at 1-888-318-7873. Photos provided by Tamarindovida. com --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, June 19, 2019 - Published: 2019-06-19 - Modified: 2019-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-june-19-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=aLQ5XuoPssI Time: 4:00 PM Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: light High Tide :4:18PM Low Tide: 10:32PM Description :Today with small waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Avellana-Tuesday June 18, 2019. - Published: 2019-06-18 - Modified: 2019-06-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellana-tuesday-june-18-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=r3xFvh9gnl8 Time: 12:00 PM Location: Playa Avellanas , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: light onshore High Tide :3:32PM Low Tide: 9:48PM Description :Today with wind and semi-chopped Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Join surfers around the world on June 20th for International Surfing Day! Experience the thrill of riding the waves, - Published: 2019-06-16 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/24-international-surfing-day-kiribati-and-the-beach-parking-lot/ - Categories: Podcast Saturday June 15th 2019 was International Surfing Day, though everyday should be Surfing Day I think. We didn't have any guests for this episode, it was just me, PMAC, and Niki hanging out and talking surf. I think you’ll enjoy! Who invented International Surfing Day? What ever happened to Surfing Magazine? Who is Steve Bigler and what did he tell me about Hollister Ranch? Where the hell is Fanning Island and why would you ever go there? What makes your local surf spot’s parking lot so damn special anyways? Happy Fathers Day all you surfing dads out there, I hope you’re shredding the gnar. I look forward to surfing with you down here in Tamarindo. Pura vida - Joe Walsh --- > Get ready for the ultimate fall deal: FREE ROOMS at our surf program! Don't miss out on this amazing offer! - Published: 2019-06-13 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/free-rooms-in-fall/ - Categories: Blog, Deals What's the Deal? During September and October, we give the rooms away for FREE and you only pay for the surf program A room with double occupancy (or more) gets the room for free and the 7 night price is $910 p/p with beginner or $1028 p/p with Intermediate or Advanced tours. A room with single occupancy gets a heavy, 30% discount off the regular season rates. Return guests get a whopping 35% off! If you're coming as a solo traveler, you can get the shared room for the free room fall rate. The only room you need triple occupancy to get for free is the Penthouse (fair warning) What's the weather REALLY like? Green Season in Tamarindo is one of our favorite times. Yes, it will rain, sometimes a thunderstorm every day. But it's unpredictable. Some years, it's really wet. Some years it's blue skies all day. It's a crap shoot each year in all honestly. Check out another blog, How Rainy is Rainy Season to get some hard numbers on the wet months in Costa Rica. Here's what we do know: the south swell will be consistent and the line-ups will be uncrowded, all the flowers and plants will be in full glorious bloom, the temperature will still be tropical, the town will be mellow, the staff will be even more tranquilo than usual, airline rates will be at their lowest, and you can have a surf vacation in Costa Rica for chump change. Now how do I book? First step is to give us a call at 1-888-318-7873 or to email us at reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com. Let us know if you have specific dates or are flexible along with how many guests on your trip. We will give you the very best room options for your dates. Once you've landed on your dates and have picked the room, we do a 50% deposit to confirm your spot and the final 50% is due one month prior to arrival. This is a "First Come, First SURF" deal so contact us now at 1-888-318-7873. Pura Vida! --- > Playa Marbella - Thursday, June 13, 2019 - Published: 2019-06-13 - Modified: 2019-06-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-thursday-june-13-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=Ps0VJ0iSR5Y Time: 9:00 AM Location: Playa Marbella`, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 11:22AM Low Tide: 5:45PM Description : Today with good waves, good size to surf. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas -Tuesday, June 11, 2019 - Published: 2019-06-11 - Modified: 2019-06-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-june-11-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=pq3SBj0NaQs Time: 8:00 AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Very light High Tide: 9:20AM Low Tide: 3:31PM Description : Today with excellent waves and good size. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 23: Exploring Dominical, Costa Rica (with Greg Gordon) - Published: 2019-06-09 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/23-exploring-dominical-costa-rica-with-greg-gordon/ - Categories: Podcast Greg and Joe go way back. They both drove to Costa Rica “back in the day” searching for an adventurous surfing life. Greg found his paradise in Dominical, located along Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast. Listen in as Greg talks about some of the surf breaks, waterfalls, and wildlife found in the Dominical area. Also hear about other surf trips the guys have taken to far-off spots like Zanzibar, Jeffrey’s Bay, Northern California, Munich, and Amsterdam. And yes, those are howler monkeys you occasionally hear in the background! Witch’s Rock Surf Camp CRsurf. com 1% For The Planet Pretoma Shark and Sea Turtle Restoration Program --- > Playa Tamarindo – Tuesday, June 4, 2019 - Published: 2019-06-06 - Modified: 2019-06-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-june-4-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=6gEkI7z6Um4&t=3s Time: 2:00 PM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Stable wind High Tide: 3:49PM Low Tide: 10:02PM Description : Somewhat complicated waves, the best hours, surfing and the morning. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! Playa Tamarindo – January 21, 2019 --- > Playa Tamarindo - Thursday, June 6, 2019 - Published: 2019-06-06 - Modified: 2019-06-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-june-6-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=WQaoTOl9knc Time: 4:00PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Little wind High Tide: 4:59PM Low Tide: 11:13PM Description : Today with small waves and excellent for surfing Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > And the Surfboard Giveaway Winner is.............. - Published: 2019-06-05 - Modified: 2024-07-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/and-the-surfboard-giveaway-winner-is/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks You can finally exhale... . . Unless your name is Russell Kent with trip number 27623! Huge Congratulations to Russell who will be visiting us for his first time this June and participating in the Intermediate Surf Program. Russell will get free reign over our surf shop and can pick any board that we have in stock or hanging on the walls of our restaurants. Robert August has a healthy selection of fishes, funboards and longboards for sale so we're sure Russell will find a board to his liking. The only question that remains is... . Should Russell wax up his virgin board while he's here and take it for a test run in the mighty Pacific Ocean for our south swell season? ? Let us know in the comments what you would do. Thanks to everyone that participated in this month's surfboard giveaway. We will do more promotions like this very soon so make sure to stay tuned to our Facebook page and Instagram for flash sales and promos. And as always, give us a call at 1-888-318-7873 or email us at reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com if you would like to spend your next vacation in the water with us. From everyone here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, PURA VIDA! --- > Playa Tamarindo - Monday, June 3, 2019 - Published: 2019-06-03 - Modified: 2019-06-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-june-3-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=hLK7pYqFqRQ Time: 12:00PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Stable wind High Tide: 2:49PM Low Tide: 9:02PM Description : Today with few waves and small. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! Playa Tamarindo – January 21, 2019 --- > Don't let a medical emergency ruin your surf trip. Learn how to prepare for unexpected situations and stay safe while riding the waves. - Published: 2019-06-02 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/22-how-to-prepare-for-medical-emergencies-on-a-surf-trip-with-dr-gordon-beh/ - Categories: Podcast In this week’s episode we hang out with Dr. Gordon Beh, a world-traveling surfer and doctor that knows a thing or two about what you need to do (and bring) to be fully prepared for a medical emergency. If you've ever wondered what you need to do or what items you need to bring to be prepared for a medical emergency, this episode is for you. --- > Playa Grande – Friday, May 31, 2019 - Published: 2019-06-01 - Modified: 2019-06-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-may-31-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=6Ir6GYjc6Js&t=1s Time: 10:30 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-5 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 12:39PM Low Tide: 6:54PM Description : bad conditions with choppy water surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > NEW PODCAST — Shape Your Own Board w/ Robert August - Published: 2019-05-30 - Modified: 2023-09-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/last-chance-robert-august-surfboard-giveaway/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks The boys from Get Out and Surf sit down with Robert August for another, in-depth conversation about the ins and outs of surfboard shaping. But more specifically, the trials and tribulations you experience when shaping your own board and how the technology has changed over the past 60 years. They expose their secret surfboard specs, how to choose the right board for each unique session, and much more. Can you believe that Robert’s board in the Endless Summer in 1964 weighed 50 pounds? We’ve come a long way since the early days and Robert has been there each step of the way. This 45 min Podcast is pure gold for all the surfboard nerds out there. LISTEN HEREand BY THE WAY... ... . . If you’ve been teeter-tottering on the edge of booking your next surf trip, here’s some incentive for you. All trips booked within the month of May (May 1st – 31st) will be entered in the Robert August surfboard raffle. No, you don’t have to visit us in May, you just need to call us and book your trip (for whenever) by the end of the month. Robert has shaped over 45,000 boards in his life so you could say he knows what he’s doing when the surfboard foam starts flying around. The lucky winner will have free reign over our surf shop and can pick any of the 20+ Robert August. shapes from the rack. We’ve got a spunky 5’6 twin fin / 7’6 fun shapes, and 9’0 + logs for the heavy hitters. I’ll spare you from the predictable “kid in a candy store” cliche... It’s not to late. Contact us now to book your next surf trip. Deadline is May 31st midnight (EST) --- > Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, May 29, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-29 - Modified: 2019-05-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-may-29-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=89_jdnIP_kQ&t=2s Time: 8:30 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-5 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Mooderate High Tide: 11:06AM Low Tide: 5:18PM Description : morning with waves bigger than yesterday, mostly closeouts and glassy water surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas -Tuesday, May 28, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-28 - Modified: 2019-05-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-may-28-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=NHa8jHLorKY Time: 8:00AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction:Cross-Shore Wind Speed: Soft Breeze High Tide: 10:18AM Low Tide: 4:22PM Description : Today with few waves and very moved. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – Monday, May 27, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-27 - Modified: 2019-05-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-may-27-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=cIH7hXy_PSI&feature=youtu. be Time: 6:30 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 9:18AM Low Tide: 3:22AM Description : morning with good conditions, waves with good size and glassy water surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Thinking of buying property in Tamarindo, Costa Rica? Get the answers to your questions about relocating, building a house, and more. - Published: 2019-05-26 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/21-buying-real-estate-in-tamarindo/ - Categories: Podcast WARNING. We didn’t actually talk about surfing in this episode! I get a lot of emails from podcast listeners and I get asked often from surf camp guests and from friends and family with questions about moving here to Costa Rica, buying property here, building a house here, general questions about relocating, setting up a business, sending kids to school, retiring here, etc. I get it, and I want to help support your dreams of surfing as many great waves as possible and living an amazing life. I found what I was looking for here in Costa Rica, and maybe you will too. But matter what, it’s always good to know what’s possible on the other side. I am not a realtor, but my sister in law Katie Meyers is. She’s lived in Tamarindo for the past 15 years and she’s a straight shooter, so I invited her and Jim Reily, the owner of Trade Wind Properties here in Tamarindo, to give us some answers to some of your most frequently asked questions about buying real estate in Tamarindo. Pura vida! Joe Walsh --- > Employee Profile: Alonso Gonzalez aka PRU PRU - Published: 2019-05-23 - Modified: 2019-05-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/employee-profile-pru-pru/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks If you’ve been to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, you’ve certainly felt the warmth and genuine positive energy of the famous, Pru Pru. Maybe you’ve shared a beer with him at Vaquero, maybe he was the first smiling face you met at the airport, or maybe you’ve scored the best waves of your life with him as your boat captain. Whatever way you’ve come to know Pru Pru, he’s not a person you’ll quickly forget. Let’s dive into what makes Pru Pru’s world tick. How many years have you been working at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp? I started working at Witch’s Rock 11 years agoWhen did you come to Tamarindo and why? I came to Tamarindo 26 years ago for the first time to play soccer. What positions have you had at the surf camp over the years? -Reception / Front Desk-Airport Driver-Tours Operator-Volcano Tour Guide-Hotel Maintenance-Hotel Concierge-Manager at Vaquero Restaurant-Boat Captain What has been your favorite position here? Boat Captain: I love the adventure in the ocean and the personal service that I offer to each guest How did you get the name, Pru Pru? Everything started after a Witch’s Rock employee Christmas party 11 years ago... After the party, we went to Aqua disco tech to dance. A song came on that had “Pru Pru Pru” in the chorus. For some reason, I went up on stage where there was a stripper pole, took off my shirt and started dancing non-stop. During my performance, a Gringa came up to dance with me. I didn’t know at the time, but it was actually the owner of Witch’s Rock’s wife, Holly. We were both kicked out soon after. After that night, I was known as Pru Pru throughout Tamarindo. Do you have a favorite guest memory? Funny stories, etc? Of course. I’ve met so many clients from all over the world and shared stories with them and have become great friends over the years. I really enjoyed my time on the water, especially, on the boat, Zori with captain Charlie. RIP. What is your favorite beach in Guanacaste? Playa Conchal. I love Playa Conchal because it was one of the first beaches that I visited with my mom when she was alive. I have many good memories on that beach with mom when she was alive. How do you stay so positive? The influence of all my friends and weekly... --- > Playa Tamarindo – Thursday, May 23, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-23 - Modified: 2019-05-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-may-23-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=Oz3lRuoEuUo&feature=youtu. be Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 5:53am Low Tide: 11:50am Description : rainy morning with smaller waves than yesterday and choppy water surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – Monday, May 20, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-22 - Modified: 2019-05-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-may-20-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=pVAGHDoYz-w&t=1s Time: 11:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-5 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 3:52PM Low Tide: 10:07PM Description : Noon with good size waves, semi glassy water surface and generally closeouts Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, May 22, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-22 - Modified: 2019-05-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-may-22-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=HRNQs-C8rUw&feature=youtu. be Time: 8:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 5:08AM Low Tide: 11:04AM Description : rainy morning with bad conditions and choppy water surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande - Tuesday, May 21, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-21 - Modified: 2019-05-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-may-21-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=SYOSR0cF_AM Time: 6:00 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Very light High Tide: 4:23AM Low Tide: 10:20AM Description :Today with small waves and nice for surfing Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Join us for episode 20 of Get Out and SURF as we discuss our secret cabin by the sea and epic surf breaks. - Published: 2019-05-19 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/20-cabin-by-the-sea/ - Categories: Podcast Holy shit we made it to our 20th episode of the Get Out and SURF podcast! This week, Joe Walsh, Niki Hurren, and Patrick McNulty return from the new Get Out and SURF podcast headquarters, a secret cabin by the sea (with an epic surf break) located somewhere between Tamarindo and Panama City. Please take two minutes to subscribe and give us a review on iTunes. Future podcast listeners will thank you. Email the show: getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com In this week's episode we answer emails about: - The Get Out and SURF podcast will be a major sponsor of the Great Lakes Surf Festival this August 17th in Muskegon, Michigan. - What to say in the lineup when you're about to catch a wave, when someone drops in on you, when you drop in on someone else, etc - Hurricane season in Maine and Nova Scotia - What's the rainy season like in Costa Rica in November? Thanks for listening to the podcast and sharing the love. We hope you like what we're doing, but make sure to tell us know how we can do it better. We are here to help, to entertain, and to perpetuate stoke. Pura vida! Mosquito Coast (the movie) Oliver Tree Grouplove Great Lakes Surf Festival Christopher Mongeau Photography Witch's Rock Surf Camp music by: the Dirty Heads --- > Playa Avellanas -Thursday, May 16, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-18 - Modified: 2019-05-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-may-16-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=czj_uxDrho4 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed:very little High Tide: 12:45 AM Low Tide: 6:52PM Description :Today very chopped with few waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande - Friday, May 17, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-18 - Modified: 2019-05-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-may-17-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=s7sv2uxH3eo Time: 10:00 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: very little High Tide: 1:40pM Low Tide: 7:47PM Description :Today with few waves and small Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo -Saturday, May 18, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-18 - Modified: 2019-05-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-may-18-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=_gauiFbmvvw Time: 11:30 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: onshore Wind Speed: little High Tide: 2:00pM Low Tide: 8:03PM Description :Today with small waves and a little dark the day Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, May 14, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-14 - Modified: 2019-05-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas/ - Categories: Surf Report, Uncategorized https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=yNaVA1wqC58 Time: 08:00 AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: onshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 10:45 AM Low Tide: 4:57PM Description : Today with good waves very good size Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo - Monday, May 13, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-13 - Modified: 2019-05-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-may-13-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=6MQZD-Llr8k Time: 08:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: onshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 09:38 AM Low Tide: 3:47PM Description : Today a little bit chopped Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Learn how to shape your own surfboard. Join Joe Walsh, Niki Hurren, and Robert August as they dive into the world of surfboard shaping. - Published: 2019-05-12 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/19-learning-to-shape-your-own-surfboard-part-1/ - Categories: Podcast In this episode Joe Walsh, Niki Hurren and Robert August talk about their own experiences of shaping a surfboard and the magic of that first surf. --- > Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, May 11, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-11 - Modified: 2019-05-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-may-11-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=_GI9mDR24LI&feature=youtu. be Time: 08:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 07:30 AM Low Tide: 1:31 PM Description : cloudy morning with good conditions and glassy water surface. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande – Friday, May 10, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-10 - Modified: 2019-05-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-may-10-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=01yWXhaHWBU&feature=youtu. be Time: 07:00 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction:Cross/Offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 06:35 AM Low Tide: 12:34 PM Description : Semi-glassy water surface and the sea was disorganized Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande – Thursday, May 9, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-09 - Modified: 2019-05-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-may-9-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=gTfptx7iMrQ&feature=youtu. be Time: 07:00 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction:Offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 05:47 AM Low Tide: 11:43 AM Description : Good conditions until the wind direction changed around 9am Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, May 8, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-08 - Modified: 2019-05-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-may-8-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=-OljY5eBne8&feature=youtu. be Time: 07:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 05:03 AM Low Tide: 10:58 AM Description : Good conditions to start your surf lessons. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas – Tuesday, May 7, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-07 - Modified: 2019-05-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-may-7-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=0lgyRaHu6Nw&feature=youtu. be Time: 6:30 AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 04:22 AM Low Tide: 10:16 AM Description : Morning with good conditions. Waves with good size and glassy water surface. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – Monday, May 6, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-06 - Modified: 2019-05-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-may-6-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=ieNxoru5-_Q&feature=youtu. be Time: 12:00 PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 03:54 PM Low Tide: 10:06 PM Description : Bad conditions to surf. Onshore wind and choppy water surface. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Planning a trip to Costa Rica? Find out everything you need to know about the rainy season. Get insights on weather, surf, crowds. - Published: 2019-05-05 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/18-whats-the-rainy-season-like-in-costa-rica/ - Categories: Podcast One of the biggest questions people have about visiting Costa Rica is "what's the rainy season like? ". This episode aims to answer this question as Joe, Niki and PMAC explain what to expect from the rain, the weather, the swell, the crowd, water quality, getting around the country, and more. Listen in as the boys reunite in the recording studio upstairs above the brewery, hanging out and sharing some local knowledge. Pura vida! Witch's Rock Surf Camp www. witchsrocksurfcamp. com ADI Tamarindo www. playatamarindo. org --- > Playa Avellanas – Thursday, May 02, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-04 - Modified: 2023-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-may-02-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/KXOEExm1gHs Time: 09:00 AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Off-shore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 12:58 AM Low Tide: 6:12 PM Description : small waves. Visit https://www. witchsrocksurfcamp. com for daily surf reports, our live web cam, and surfing vacations for all levels and abilities in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. --- > Playa Grande – Friday, May 03, 2019 - Published: 2019-05-04 - Modified: 2023-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-may-03-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report Time: 10:00 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: On-shore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 01:58 PM Low Tide: 7:12 PM Description : Small waves. Visit https://www. witchsrocksurfcamp. com for daily surf reports, our live web cam, and surfing vacations for all levels and abilities in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. --- > Playa Grande – Tuesday, April 30, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-30 - Modified: 2019-04-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-april-30-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=sp1HoSwkVJ0&feature=youtu. be Time: 10:00 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: Off-shore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 11:58 AM Low Tide: 6:12PM Description : good waves. Visit https://www. witchsrocksurfcamp. com for daily surf reports, our live web cam, and surfing vacations for all levels and abilities in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. --- > Playa Marbella – Monday, April 29, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-29 - Modified: 2019-04-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-april-29-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=kMhrifBRDrw&feature=youtu. be Time: 10:00 AM Location: Playa Marbella, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Off-shore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 11:04AM Low Tide: 5:12PM Description : Good waves, the best in the morning Visit https://www. witchsrocksurfcamp. com for daily surf reports, our live web cam, and surfing vacations for all levels and abilities in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. --- > Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, April 27, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-27 - Modified: 2019-04-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-april-27-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=mAA5Hc6Fdmc Time: 12:00 PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 9:00 AM Low Tide: 2:57PM Description : Today a little chopped and small Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Discover the secrets to making a successful career out of surfing, without having to be a professional surfer. - Published: 2019-04-27 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/17-how-to-make-a-career-out-of-surfing-without-being-a-pro-surfer/ - Categories: Podcast Psst! Guess what. You don't have to be a professional surfer to make a career out of surfing. There are all kinds of surfing jobs out there, as well as lots of jobs that will allow you to surf every day. And there are plenty of opportunities for you to start your own business structured around your surfing needs. This episode starts the discussion of how to approach this almighty quest, and hopefully leads you closer to finding your answer. --- > Enter the Another Robert August Surfboard Giveaway for your chance to win a legendary surfboard. Confirm your reservation now! - Published: 2019-04-26 - Modified: 2025-02-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-surfboard-giveaway-bookings-made-may-1st-31st/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks It’s time to get YOUR hands (or feet I should say) on a piece of surf history. Even at his ripe age of 74, Robert August continues to produce some of the best surfboards in the world. If you’ve been contemplating a surf trip but your not sure when to pull the trigger, booking this May could pay serious dividends. We will select the winner on June 1st after all reservations have been made. You don’t have to come in May; you just need to call us and confirm your reservation (for whenever) between May 1st and May 31st. As for the board, pick any board that we currently have in stock. We’ve got over 25 brand new Robert August boards in the surf shop that you can choose from. Just FYI, this deal is not for retroactive trips. Only trips booked within the time span are eligible to win. Don’t think it’s worth it? Just look at the genuine smiles of these faces when they first see their new Robert August wave craft. Contact us now to make your reservation. The worst that can happen is that you don’t get selected but you still get an epic surf trip out of it. --- > Playa Grande - Friday, April 26, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-26 - Modified: 2019-04-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-april-26-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=Hptqfe43Shs Time: 6:00 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: soft High Tide: 7:59 AM Low Tide: 1:57PM Description : Today with few waves and small Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday,April 24, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-25 - Modified: 2019-04-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesdayapril-24-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=WjeWO1nRF_A Time: 4:00PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Semi-choppy High Tide: 6:33 PM Low Tide: 12:27AM Description : Today with small waves and choppy Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas - Thursday,April 25, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-25 - Modified: 2019-04-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursdayapril-25-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=6LGr-DO0_lU Time: 6:00 AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Glassy High Tide: 7:12 AM Low Tide: 1:07PM Description : Today with good waves and excellent for surfing Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Women Surf Retreat Costa Rica - Single queen Tiki Rooms give you the opportunity to stay at the main site, but also have your own private space. And finally, our sister location, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, is ideal for surfers who want the best of both worlds. Click here to learn more! - Published: 2019-04-23 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-on-board-ladies/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Surfing is not just for boys. In fact, it has NEVER been just for boys... Archaeologists estimate that women have been dancing on water since the early 1600’s. This time-frame was established when a balsa-wood surfboard was discovered in Princess Kaneamuna’s burial cave in Ho’okena, Hawaii in 1905. The board belonged to the Big Island princess who lived (and surfed) during the early 1600’s. This artifact means WOMEN were surfing during the time of William Shakespeare, Pocahontas and Sir Issac Newton. In more recent years, female surfing has surged to the mainstream media with the most prestigious surf competition organization, the World Surf League (WSL) offering equal pay to both male and female athletes starting in 2019. First place in a WSL competition now pays a whopping $100K to the top athlete regardless of gender. The first competition of 2019 was held on the Gold Coast of Australia and won by 17 year old rookie from Florida, Caroline Marks. Caroline is the youngest surfer on tour and faced veteran surfers like Carissa Moore and Stephanie Gilmore to come out victorious. If you’re a women reading this who has always been on the water’s edge admiring surfing from afar, NOW is your golden opportunity to embrace this life-changing passion. Yes, we understand that traveling as a single woman can be intimidating, especially to a country so far away from home. For this reason, we carefully designed our Female Surf Retreats with professional female surfer, Andrea Diaz. Whether you’re a complete beginner, or just looking to fine-tune your cutback, Andrea will work with you on a personal level to make sure you’re progressing every day and enjoying each moment. This is more than just a surf trip; this is a chance to reconnect with your inner adventurer, get out of your comfort zone, and kindle new friendships with amazing women from around the world. To celebrate women, Costa Rica, and surfing, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp sent our 6 most surf stoked female employees on an all-day boat trip to the world famous, Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point surf spots. Even though the girls have different ability levels ranging from beginner to advanced, everyone grabbed some memorable waves. We asked the girls to speak their mind on their epic surf adventure along with their life as a female surfer in Costa Rica. Here’s what they had to say: Daniela (reservations) – I started surfing... --- > Playa Tamarindo – Monday, April 22, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-23 - Modified: 2019-04-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-april-22-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=xlXTqy3BNyY Time: 4:00 PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Semi-choppy High Tide: 5:02 PM Low Tide: 11:00 PM Description : bad conditions with onshore wind and choppy water surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande– Tuesday, April 23, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-23 - Modified: 2019-04-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-april-23-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=BNSq1wnOwdE Time: 6:00 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Glassy High Tide: 5:31 AM Low Tide: 11:27PM Description : Today with good waves and excellent for surfing Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Join us as we respond to listener questions on surf travel in this Letters To The Editor episode. Pura vida! - Published: 2019-04-21 - Modified: 2025-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/16-letters-to-the-editor/ - Categories: Podcast This week we answer all of the listener questions we've received recently related to surf travel: What/Where’s been our favorite podcast episode? What’s the strangest food we’ve ever eaten on our travels? What’s the best way to pack surfboards for a surf trip? Is it worth traveling to Costa Rica in the rainy season to get good waves? Where has been our favorite wave to surf? Feel free to EMAIL THE SHOW at GetOutandSurfCR@gmail. com We hold on to all emails and we'll answer your questions on the podcast, so don't be shy! Pura vida, Joe, Niki, PMAC --- > Playa Tamarindo - Thursday, April 18, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-20 - Modified: 2019-04-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-april-18-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=RRqrcgPeFck&feature=youtu. be Time: 11:30 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 1:56 PM Low Tide: 8:09 PM Description : Choppy water surface and difficult conditions for surfing Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande – Friday, April 19, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-20 - Modified: 2019-04-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-april-19-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=JrLPi4O12c4&feature=youtu. be Time: 11:30 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 2:44 PM Low Tide: 8:57 PM Description : Hard conditions to surf. Onshore wind and choppy water surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, April 20, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-20 - Modified: 2019-04-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-april-20-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=-9DcZjDNrbo&feature=youtu. be Time: 1:00 PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 3:31 PM Low Tide: 9:43 PM Description : bad conditions with onshore wind and choppy water surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-17 - Modified: 2019-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-april-17-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=KOOmDntuc0Q&feature=youtu. be Time: 9:30 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 1:05 PM Low Tide: 7:17 PM Description : good conditions to learn to surf Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo - Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-16 - Modified: 2019-04-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-april-16-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=zB7UEdYg4PM&feature=youtu. be Time: 8:30 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 12:08 PM Low Tide: 6:18 PM Description : Very windy morning with regular conditions Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Tune in to podcast #12: How Many Boats Have You Sunk and enjoy a fun mix of surf stories and travel inspiration. - Published: 2019-04-16 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-out-surf-podcast-12-how-many-boats-have-you-sunk/ - Categories: Blog Have you been listening to our in-house podcast, Get Out & Surf? It's a healthy mix of hilarious stories, tips to improve your surfing, and inspiration to travel the world in search for your next perfect ride. Podcast #12: How Many Boats Have You Sunk? is a roundabout conversation between WRSC Owner, Joe Walsh, surf camp strongman, Pat McNulty, and the most positive Englishman you've ever met, Niki Hurren. The local boys speak about: burning each other in the water (2:40), the mechanics of the Tamarindo Rivermouth (5:00), the Tamarindo lifeguard program (9:10), How Joe met Pat (12:20) The original Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Playas del Coco (16:40), The first boat that sunk (21:00), Tropical Storm Nate (23:00) The 7. 8 Earthquake in 2013 (25:00), The first time Niki met Pat (32:50), Niki blowing the the wave of his life (34:10), How Costa Rica has changed their lives (36:00) --- > Playa Tamarindo - Monday, April 15, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-16 - Modified: 2019-04-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-april-15-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=25ekbYsKrnA&feature=youtu. be Time: 7:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 11:04 AM Low Tide: 5:11 PM Description : small waves to start with your surf lessons Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Planning a surf trip? Read our New Zealand Surf Trip Review for tips on the best waves and essentials for your adventure. - Published: 2019-04-14 - Modified: 2025-03-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/15-new-zealand-surf-trip-review/ - Categories: Podcast In this episode Joe answers all of the questions every surfer wants to know about planning a surf trip to New Zealand's North Island. - Best way to get to New Zealand? - When to go? - What to bring? - How to get around in-country? - Where are the best waves? - Most crowded vs. least crowded? - What surfboards to bring? - What else is there to do besides surf? And more! Chase Sapphire Reserve credit card https://www. chase. com/card-benefits/sapphirereserve/travel. html New Zealand Surfing Guide https://www. surf2surf. com/featured/wavetrack-new-zealand-surfing-guide-book/ The swell forecasting tool used by most New Zealand surfers https://swellmap. co. nz/ Wind forecasting tool that works well in New Zealand https://www. windy. com New Zealand’s version of Craigslist (great for buying/selling surfboards, vehicles, etc) https://www. trademe. co. nz/ --- > Playa Marbella – Wednesday , April 11, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-13 - Modified: 2019-04-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-wednesday-april-11-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/oZrfaHsmjiE Time: 7:00AM Location: Playa Marbella, Costa Rica Wave Height: 3-6 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed:Very light wind High Tide: 7:04 AM Low Tide:11:53 AM Description : Large and thoughtful waves, for intermediate or advanced surfers. Description :A different place with few waves but excellent for surfing Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – Friday , April 12, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-13 - Modified: 2019-04-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-friday-april-12-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=uurCtg_MJRI&t=7s Time: 8:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo (Isla El Capitan), Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Little wind High Tide: 8:04 AM Low Tide: 12:53 PM Description : A little wind, with disordered waves for the time. Perfect for beginners Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – Saturday , April 13, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-13 - Modified: 2019-04-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-april-13-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=bHRuemYjEfU&feature=youtu. be Time: 10:30 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Little wind High Tide: 9:09 AM Low Tide: 2:43 PM Description : Pretty messy, wind changing. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Witch’s Rock Employee Profile: Randall (Fish) Ruiz - Published: 2019-04-10 - Modified: 2019-08-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-employee-profile-randall-fish-ruiz/ - Categories: Blog, Uncategorized Introducing Randall (Fish) Ruiz: All-Star Surf Instructor for Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Randall has been an integral part of the Witch's Rock Surf Camp since he joined the team on Christmas Day of 2017. You could say that Randall has been a "gift" for WRSC along with the countless students he's introduced to surfing. Aside from being a bona-fide ripper on both longboard and shortboard, Randall has another adrenaline rushing passion as an avid race-car driver. So if you're a new surfer looking to get on the fast track to improvement, Randall is your guy. How did you get into surfing? When I was 15 years old, I started to practice with an old, beat up board with my cousin, Pako, here in Tamarindo. What kind of surfer are you? How would you describe your surf style? I feel My style is very smooth and not too radical. I only like to use a shortboard when there is solid swell. Normally I use an 8'6 NSP coco model which is my favorite and perfect for the everyday waves of Tamarindo. What’s your favorite spot in Guanacaste to Surf? Playa Grande. It's close to Tamarindo and the waves are much bigger and more powerful Techniques for proper pop up For a beginner, it is important to stay low to maintain your center of gravity. The idea is to have a strong initial push up with your arms so you can then place your back foot in the correct position followed by your front foot. Beginners should always place their hands right next to their chest for maximum leverage to propel you into the rest of the movement. What are the most common questions you get from the beginner surfers? Beginners always want to know about timing. A very common question I get is "At what point should I stand up on the wave? " I always tell them to stand up at the exact moment you feel the push of the wave and the nose of the board starts going down. At that point, you must stand up to prevent the board from nose-diving How has Witch's Rock supported your passion of race-car driving? The support has been excellent. I am sponsored by Witch's Rock Surf Camp. I started to race about a year ago in Interclubes which is a street racing organization in Costa Rica and have made it... --- > (VIDEO) Tamarindo Rivermouth Goes OFF! - Published: 2019-04-08 - Modified: 2024-10-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-rivermouth-goes-off/ - Categories: Blog, Uncategorized March has been good to Tamarindo. With both the North and South Pacific in motion, Tamarindo has been reaping the rewards. This video was taken mid March 2019 and showcases the local talent on everyone's favorite wave, the Tamarindo Rivermouth. Not much more to say here, just click PLAY. https://youtu. be/sB57DlYqdSA --- > 14: Surfing Raglan, New Zealand with Ray Finlay - Published: 2019-04-07 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/14-surfing-raglan-new-zealand-with-ray-finlay/ - Categories: Podcast Joe Walsh travels to New Zealand in search of epic waves. In this episode Joe sits with local Raglan surfboard shaper and surfer Ray Finlay. Ray and Joe talk about all of the different waves found in Raglan. Hear about what boards work best here, what time of year to score Raglan, where to surf when it's flat, when it's huge, water temp, sea life, etc etc. If you've ever wanted to check out Raglan, this is the episode for you. Check it out! Burning Spears Surfboards https://www. byrningspears. com/about/ray-finlay-byrning-spears-shaper/ --- > Check out this list of podcasts about surfing and adventure travel, brought to you by your friends at Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. - Published: 2019-04-04 - Modified: 2025-02-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-10-best-podcasts-for-adventure-loving-surfers/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Podcasts are like books, but without the work. You can dive deep into fantasies, fall into a black hole of intellectual chit chat, or properly educate yourself on current events from multiple standpoints. In the last decade, the popularity of podcasts has exploded. Where else can listeners take in valuable knowledge while performing mundane tasks like washing dishes? There seems to be a podcast for every hobby, occupation, or interest. So, it shouldn’t surprise you that there’s a slew of great podcasts for surfers and travelers. Below, we’ve selected the 10 best surf podcasts that are sure to inspire you to get out and see the world while catching some waves along the way. 1. GET OUT & SURF PODCAST Straight from the source, Get Out & Surf is our in-house podcast that is steamrolling the genre. The crew at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo Costa Rica have shared the mic with the original Endless Summer legend, Robert August, local Pipeline charger, Pancho Sullivan, and even the Costa Rican surf powerhouse, Andrea Diaz. These are not perfectly polished interviews. These long forum conversations dive deep into a range of provocative topics that may surprise you... Especially the episode with Robert August... 2. The Kyle Thiermann Show For those of you that don’t know, Kyle Theirmann is a jack of all trades of when it comes to the surfing world. Not that he’s a multi-sport athlete like Kai Lenny, but rather he holds multiple roles in the surfing world. For starters, he is a Patagonia sponsored big wave surfer. A title that he’s earned through countless sessions at Mavericks. Theirmann is also a journalist of sorts. He has self-shot and produced multiple documentaries that focus on environmental issues and connect to surfing. These days, Theirmann hosts a top-tier podcast that features pro surfers, navy seals, adventure photographers, and much more! 3. The Occ-Cast The Occ-Cast, hosted by Aussie surfing legend and former world champion Mark Occhilupo. His podcast is a relaxed inside look at the professional surfing world from past, present, and future surfing icons. . Occy sits down with some of the world’s greatest professional surfers, like Kelly Slater, Mick Fanning, and Rob Machado, to pick their brains about the current state of professional surfing. 4. The Wire Firewire believes in the perpetual improvement of the surfing experience through the development of new materials, construction methods, and surfboard... --- > Playa Bahia Piratas - Tuesday, April 2, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-02 - Modified: 2019-04-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-bahia-piratas-tuesday-april-2-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=RkKvBdbdf9Q Time: 7:00AM Location: Playa Bahia piratas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed:Very light wind High Tide: 1:29PM Low Tide:7:33PM Description :A different place with few waves but excellent for surfing Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo -Monday, April 1, 2019 - Published: 2019-04-01 - Modified: 2019-04-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-april-1-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=Kj3goxViiQk Time: 12:00PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: onshore Wind Speed:windy High Tide: 12:46PM Low Tide:6:49PM Description :Today with few waves and very windy. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Learn about the inspiring rise of Andrea Diaz, the first female to win Costa Rica's national surfing title. - Published: 2019-03-31 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/13-andrea-diaz-costa-ricas-first-womens-national-surfing-champion/ - Categories: Podcast Andrea Diaz and the Get Out and SURF crew hang out and discuss what it was like in the early days of professional surfing in Costa Rica. We talk about Andrea’s advanced surf coaching and the upcoming All Women Surf Retreats she’s hosting at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp this summer. But mainly we just talk about surfing and some of the “lesser known” surf breaks along the Nicoya Peninsula. You could have lived and surfed in Costa Rica your entire life and you probably didn’t even know about many of these surf spots. There are some real nuggets in this episode, you definitely want to check it out. Pura vida! All Women Surf Retreat Summer 2019 (hosted by Andrea Diaz at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp) https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com/all-girls-surf-retreat/ --- > Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, March 30, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-30 - Modified: 2019-03-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-march-30-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=fOZPTaNn2gM Time: 10:30AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Light wind High Tide: 10:46AM Low Tide:4:49PM Description :Today with good waves and excellent for surfing Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande - Friday, March 29, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-29 - Modified: 2019-03-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-29-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=rdN8BicuiFE Time: 7:00AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: No wind High Tide: 9:34AM Low Tide:3:32PM Description :Today with excellent waves and plenty of sun Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande "Casitas" - Thursday, March 28, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-28 - Modified: 2019-03-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-casitas-thursday-march-28-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=ddcHs-6ouaA Time: 7:00AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: No wind High Tide: 8:36AM Low Tide:2:28PM Description :Today with excellent waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, March 27, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-27 - Modified: 2019-03-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-march-27-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=kvfx_cqxrjM Time: 8:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Strong High Tide: 7:35AM Low Tide: 1:34PM Description :Strong wind and few waves. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas- Tuesday, March 26, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-26 - Modified: 2019-03-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-march-26-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=Lf2to3RdQVE Time: 6:30AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: A bit strong High Tide: 6:39AM Low Tide: 12:39AM Description :Today with good waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo -Monday, March 25, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-25 - Modified: 2019-03-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-march-25-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=9-_FLox7ByY Time: 6:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Very light High Tide: 5:55AM Low Tide: 11:52AM Description :Today with small waves but adequate to learn to surf Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Join us for incredible tales in Talk Story: How Many Boats Have You Sunk, featuring adventures from Witch's Rock Surf Camp. - Published: 2019-03-24 - Modified: 2025-03-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/12-talk-story-how-many-boats-have-you-sunk/ - Categories: Podcast Some great stories here, like how Joe first met Patrick McNulty back in the early days of Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Joe was giving away the farm, focusing entirely on the surf experience with no handle on how to actually make money from the business. But the surf camp survived and thrived! Also hear about what happened when a huge tropical storm hit Tamarindo (hint: boats sink), and what it was like to experience the 7. 8 earthquake in 2012. This was a really cool episode to make, hanging out with Joe Walsh, Niki Hurren, and P-MAC. Enjoy and pura vida! --- > Playa Grande – Wednesday, March 20, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-23 - Modified: 2019-03-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-march-20-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=kjymS8C243A&feature=youtu. be Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica. Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: sideshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 1:40 PM Low Tide: 8:10 PM Description : Description : Big waves, a little wind Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Guiones – Thursday, March 21, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-23 - Modified: 2019-03-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-guiones-thursday-march-21-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/ZuCqlgy1xp0 Location: Playa Guiones, Costa Rica. Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: sideshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 2:40 PM Low Tide: 8:50 PM Description : Description : Big waves, a little wind --- > Playa Grande – Tuesday, March 19, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-20 - Modified: 2019-03-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-march-19-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=-XJEGel1Mrs&feature=youtu. be Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica. Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: sideshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 1:18 PM Low Tide: 7:27 PM Description : Good waves until the wind comes in, the wind comes in at approximately 10 a. m. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Discover the incredible life of Mark Cunningham: lifeguard, bodysurfer, and artist who inspires surfers around the world. - Published: 2019-03-17 - Modified: 2025-03-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/11-mark-cunningham-lifeguard-bodysurfer-artist/ - Categories: Podcast How rad is this? ? We just hung out with Mark Cunningham, bascially the best bodysurfer in the world, a veteran lifeguard at Pipeline, and such a talented surf artist! Listen up. Then go join the Surfrider Foundation if you haven’t done so already. GIVE US A (KICK ASS) REVIEW ON ITUNES https://itunes. apple. com/us/podcast/get-out-and-surf/id1448602856? mt=2 Take 2 minutes to show us some love by giving us a review on iTunes, this pushes our podcast up the charts and gets more people finding out about Get Out and SURF Witch’s Rock Surf Camp https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com Rick Williams https://www. alohasurfguide. com/rick-williams-veteran-north-shore-lifeguard/ Merv Larson https://vimeo. com/108750972 George Greenough https://www. georgegreenough. com/ Paipo boards https://www. surfertoday. com/bodyboarding/what-is-a-paipo Butch Van Artsdalen https://en. wikipedia. org/wiki/Butch_Van_Artsdalen Timothy Leary - Turn on, tune in, drop out https://en. wikipedia. org/wiki/Turn_on,_tune_in,_drop_out Tamarindo Lifeguard Program https://www. tamarindolifeguards. com/ Oahu Jr. Lifeguards https://oahujrlifeguards. surfsignup. com/ Red Cross Lifeguard Training Program https://www. redcross. org/take-a-class/lifeguarding/lifeguard-training Surfrider Foundation https://www. surfrider. org/ Plastic Pollution Coalition https://www. plasticpollutioncoalition. org/ --- > Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, March 16, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-16 - Modified: 2019-03-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-march-16-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=8KxVWg5l_Vo&feature=youtu. be Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: sideshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 10:10am Low Tide: 4:38pm Description : surf competition in Tamarindo ! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande – Friday, March 15, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-15 - Modified: 2019-03-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-15-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=CjxVP6TCVgQ&feature=youtu. be Time: 7:30AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 8:58am Low Tide: 2:55pm Description : Morning with waves of good size but some closeouts Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas – Thursday, March 14, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-14 - Modified: 2019-03-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-march-13-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=-O9i_kEow9w&feature=youtu. be Time: 7:00AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 7:56am Low Tide: 1:54pm Description : Finally we have waves again! Morning with waves of good size and good shape Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa tamarindo – Wednesday, March 13, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-13 - Modified: 2019-03-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-march-13-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=BU7jpYyKuWI&feature=youtu. be Time: 6:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 7:07am Low Tide: 1:04pm Description : morning with small waves, ideal for longboarding Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa tamarindo – Monday, March 11, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-12 - Modified: 2019-03-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-march-11-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=Kd7cCdnjaqU&feature=youtu. be Time: 6:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 5:47am Low Tide: 11:45am Description : small waves but with good shape, ideal for beginners Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > From the breathtaking beaches of Hawaii to the rugged wilderness of British Columbia and the lush rainforests of Costa Rica - Published: 2019-03-10 - Modified: 2025-03-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/10-hawaii-british-columbia-costa-rica-goas-travel-roundup/ - Categories: Podcast We’re hanging with the boys back at home in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Niki Hurren, Patrick McNulty, and Joe Walsh share stories about the recent trip to the North Shore of Oahu, Joe’s extreme snowboarding adventure in the Kootenays, and everything that’s happening right now in Tamarindo. Classic podcast banter, enjoy! SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW https://itunes. apple. com/us/podcast/get-out-and-surf/id1448602856? mt=2 And please take 2 minutes to show us some love by giving us a review on iTunes, this pushes our podcast up the charts and gets more people finding out about Get Out and SURF. Thank you in advance! 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This is Joe Walsh from Tamarindo, Costa Rica, and you're listening to the Get Out and Surf Podcast. This week, we're back in Costa Rica and talking about our recent adventures on the North Shore of Hawaii, British Columbia, and what's going on right now, here, in Tamarindo. I'm chilling with the boys, Niki Hurren and Patrick McNulty, we're having a good time, catching up and talking surf. So, sit back, relax, and let's get started. Joe Walsh: Hey, this is Joe Walsh, coming to you from Tamarindo, Costa Rica, sitting in the recording studio at the Volcano Brewing Company Brewery with my good friends and co-workers, Patrick McNulty and Niki Hurren. Pat, welcome to the show. Pat McNulty: Thank you. I think I have a contact high. Joe Walsh: Perhaps. It's actually been a few weeks since you've been with us, so I'm glad that you're back. Pat McNulty: Well, I'm just so pleased to be here, Joe, I really am. Can't you tell by... --- > Playa Grande -Friday, March 8, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-09 - Modified: 2019-03-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-8-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=Vg2G2o9GBvI Time: 3:00PM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: very light High Tide: 4:25pm Low Tide: 10:28PM Description :A little cold but good waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa tamarindo - Saturday March 9, 2017 - Published: 2019-03-09 - Modified: 2019-03-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-march-9-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=G-Vohl8oD-A Time: 3:00PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Strong High Tide: 4:55pm Low Tide: 11:00PM Description :Today a little small Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday 6 April 2019 - Published: 2019-03-06 - Modified: 2019-03-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-6-april-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=YBew7Lf-LDE Time: 3:00PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Strong wind High Tide: 3:25pm Low Tide: 9:28PM Description :Today with enough wind and very choppy. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa camaronal - Tuesday, March 5, 2017 - Published: 2019-03-05 - Modified: 2019-03-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-camaronal-tuesday-march-5-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=uqUEePn1br8 Time: 9:00AM Location: Playa Camaronal, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Little wind High Tide: 2:48pm Low Tide: 8:42PM Description : Today with small waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo - Monday, March 4, 2019 - Published: 2019-03-04 - Modified: 2019-03-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-march-4-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report, Uncategorized https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=dXbQuoXFksI Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Strong High Tide: 2:06pm Low Tide: 8:09PM Description : Today the strong wind and very choppy. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 9: Pancho Sullivan: My Surfing Life - Published: 2019-03-03 - Modified: 2023-09-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/9-pancho-sullivan-my-surfing-life/ - Categories: Podcast Born on the Island of Kauai and raised on the North Shore of Oahu, Pancho Sullivan has become recognized as one of the best power surfers in surfing. Pancho has seen success as a free surfer, earning a spot on the Rip curl SEARCH team for many years. He qualified for the world tour (at almost 32 years old), ultimately retiring 7th in the world. Pancho Sullivan has coached professional surfers, he has been a brand ambassador for Rip Curl, and he’s now putting his focus and experience into creating the best extreme sports watch in the industry with his brand AULTA. "If you’re driven to be the best version of your self... that’s going to carry over. You are going to not only be able to utilize that in surfing but also in business and other aspects of life and most importantly, your relationships. " -Pancho Sullivan⠀ SUBSCRIBE to the show HERE. Email questions or comments to getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com Follow us on Instagram. com/getoutandsurf I hope to see you surfing! Joe Walsh Audio transcription:Joe Walsh:Hey there this is Joe Walsh from Tamarindo, Costa Rica and you're listening to the Get Out and SURF podcast. In this week's episode, we're on the North Shore of Hawaii chilling out with surfing legend Pancho Sullivan. Pancho is considered one of the best power surfers in the world. His story is unreal and he's done it all. It was a real treat getting to hang with Pancho. I loved what he had to say and I think you will too. So sit back, relax and let's get started. Hey, this is Joe Walsh coming to you from Pupukea on the North Shore of Hawaii. I'm sitting here with special guest Pancho Sullivan. Pancho, welcome to the show. Pancho Sullivan::Thank you so much for having me. Joe Walsh:Yeah man, we're stoked. Also of course, can't forget Niki Hurren. Niki, welcome back. Niki Hurren:Yeah, I'm still here, still hanging on. Joe Walsh:I got to describe what I'm looking at real quick. I'm sitting here with Pancho. Thank you, very gracious, great hospitality welcoming us into your home, if you want to call it a home. I think it's more of a palatial estate though. I'm looking around, this thing absolutely incredible on this beautiful deck with all kinds of birds and nature sounds, and fruit trees and everything. It's just amazing man. Do you ever go anywhere... --- > Playa Tamarindo – February 26, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-27 - Modified: 2019-02-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-26-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/p0VGWBIN1XI Time: 8:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Hard High Tide: 8:31 AM Low Tide: 8:16 PM Description : The wind still does not give up, but the waves do not stop coming out, the best hours are those of the morning to surf Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – February 27, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-27 - Modified: 2019-02-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-27-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=YtLWLwju_4M&feature=youtu. be Time: 8:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Hard High Tide: 2:57 AM Low Tide: 9:26 PM Description : The wind persists as well as the desire to surf, we still have waves. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Discover how to Eat Like a Local in Costa Rica with traditional dishes and fresh ingredients that showcase local flavors. - Published: 2019-02-26 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/eat-like-a-local-mae/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Costa Rica is known for its biodiversity in flora & fauna and the famous phrase “pura vida”, which it basically means living in the moment & peacefully. But there’s also a richness when it comes to our traditional dishes due our location of the and close proximity to local tropical fruits and vegetables. Here’s a list of the most popular dishes that you MUST try on your next trip down to PARADISE! Casado Casado is your typical Costa Rican plate. It’s not one food, but rather a combination of several Costa Rican staples that make up this dish. Plates typically include rice, beans, fried sweet plantains, a salad, and protein (chicken, fish, beef, or pork). Casado is as Costa Rican as it gets. This traditional dish is also incredibly affordable and more than filling. For any traveler, a Casado is the perfect meal to fuel up for a day of surfing or exploring. Gallo Pinto This is the national dish of Costa Rica. It consists of rice and beans stir-fried together in a pan to create a speckled appearance. It is usually served for breakfast along with scrambled or fried eggs and sour cream or cheese. Seasonings in this mixture of rice and beans include cilantro, red pepper, onion, celery, and Salsa Lizano. Arroz con Pollo Arroz con pollo consists mainly of cooked rice, chicken, whole or cut, vegetables, spices and condiments. In some regions, the dish will be green and in others it will be red, yellow or yellow-orange depending on the ingredients and spices. Ceviche Is a dish made up of raw fish and seafood that can include octopus, shrimp, shellfish, tilapia, dorado, dolphin and sea bass. The raw seafood is soaked in lemon juice, which “cooks” it by breaking down proteins. It is then mixed with seasonings such as coriander, onion, garlic, cilantro, and chiles. The dish is normally accompanied with plantain chips or saltine crackers. Chifrijo This is pronounced Chee -Free-Ho. The name itself is a combination of the main ingredients, Chicharones and Frijoles. Chicharrones are fried pork rinds, while frijoles are beans. The dish is an amazing layer of ingredients that are served with fried tortilla chips, corn tortillas, or bread. The layered ingredients include the two main foods, along with rice, and either tomatoes or pico de gallo Tres Leche It is a vanilla sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk: evaporated... --- > Playa Tamarindo – February 25, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-25 - Modified: 2019-02-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-25-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=GNIDWugtC1Q&feature=youtu. be Time: 8:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Hard High Tide: 7:31 AM Low Tide: 1:06 PM Description : morning with small waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – February 23, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-23 - Modified: 2019-02-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-23-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=PZTE9S0MQMs&feature=youtu. be Time: 10:15AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide:5:25AM Low Tide: 11:31AM Description : morning with small waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 8: Peter Cole: Dropping In At Sunset - Published: 2019-02-22 - Modified: 2023-09-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/8-peter-cole-dropping-in-at-sunset/ - Categories: Podcast The Get Out and SURF podcast travels to the North Shore of Hawaii to hang out surfing legend Peter Cole. Peter is a true big wave pioneer and one of the North Shore’s original watermen. He won the Makaha International surfing contest in 1958, considered the “world title” at that time. More impressive than his competitive record is the fact that he remained an active and respected surfer well into his golden years. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed making it, pura vida! SUBSCRIBE to the show HERE. Email questions or comments to getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com  Follow us on Instagram. com/getoutandsurf  I hope to see you surfing! Joe Walsh Audio transcription: Joe Walsh: This is Joe Walsh coming to you from the North Shore of Hawaii, and you're listening to the Get Out and Surf Podcast. This week we sit down with one of Hawaii's most famous big wave surfers, surfing legend Peter Cole. Peter's a true waterman and an inspiration for anyone looking to charge big waves or simply live a full surfing life. So sit back, relax, and let's get this thing started. Hey, hey, hey. This is Joe Walsh coming to you from Sunset Beach, North Shore of Hawaii. And I'm sitting here with surfing legend Peter Cole. Peter, welcome to the show. Peter Cole: Well, welcome to you Joe. Good to see you again. And Nick. Niki Hurren: Absolutely a pleasure to be here, really. Just amazed to be here on the North Shore. Unbelievable dream. Joe Walsh: Niki Hurren. As always. And not as always, Peter Cole. It's pretty special, Peter, sitting here. Well, quick background about Peter Cole for those listening to the show that maybe aren't aware. Peter is one of North Shore's greatest living surfing legends. True original waterman, lifeguard, paddler, swimmer, and surfer. A true big wave pioneer. Started surfing Hawaii in the 1950s. He won the Makaha International Surfing Contest in 1958, regarded as the world title of surfing at that time. And we're lucking enough to be sitting here in your home. Thank you very much. And I just have so many questions, Peter, I don't even really know where to begin. Peter Cole: Well, one thing I'd like to mention is that winning the surf contest at Makaha, before they had the contest they had a luau, and I brought in two cases of beer,... --- > Playa Grande – February 22, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-22 - Modified: 2019-02-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-february-22-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=AWO8gm_jhLs&feature=youtu. be Time: 7:00AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide:4:37AM Low Tide: 10:44AM Description : morning with good conditions, glassy surface and waves with good shape Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Maximize your wave-catching potential with proven strategies from experienced surfers. Learn how to read the ocean - Published: 2019-02-21 - Modified: 2024-11-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-out-and-surf-podcast-catch-more-waves-anywhere-ft-ryan-waldron/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Catching waves is not random like playing the lottery. It’s more like playing Black-Jack where an experienced player generally comes out on top, despite the perceived randomness of the game. Learning to read the ocean and correctly positioning yourself is like counting cards when it comes to catching more (and better) waves. On this episode of Get Out and Surf, Joe Walsh, Niki Hurran and Ryan Waldron share their top strategies to catch more & better waves wherever they’re surfing. Ryan Waldron snagging a Central American gem / August 2017. How To Catch More Waves Anywhere (with Ryan Waldron) - Episode #7 by Get Out and SURF This episode is for anyone who wants to learn how to catch more waves in any lineup anywhere. Join Niki, myself, and premiere surfer Ryan "the Intern" Waldron as we break it all down and give you actionable surfing advice that will help you catch more waves starting NOW. ALSO... Was that helpful? We also have a blog published on this topic if you'd prefer everything nicely laid out. Let's hear from you now! If you have any useful strategies to catch more waves, share them! You can also listen to the podcast by visiting anchor. fm/getoutandsurf. If you found this podcast helpful, please take a moment to: Subscribe to the Get Out and SURF Podcast using Itunes, Spotify, Anchor FM, or whatever podcast player you use (I think we’re on all of them) Follow the podcast on Instagram and get daily inspiration so you can get out there and surf this amazing world of ours. Pura Vida! --- > Playa Pitahaya – February 21, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-21 - Modified: 2019-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-pitahaya-february-21-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=hs_zXjiYdow&feature=youtu. be Time: 7:30AM Location: Playa Pitahaya, Costa Rica Wave Height: 3-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide:4:16PM Low Tide: 10:23PM Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Camaronal – February 19, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-20 - Modified: 2019-02-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-camaronal-february-19-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=DolZyGxxHRI&feature=youtu. be Time: 9:00AM Location: Playa Camaronal, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide:2:38PM Low Tide: 8:42PM Description : morning with good conditions and semi glassy water surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – February 20, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-20 - Modified: 2019-02-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-20-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=kuCAkeOEBys&feature=youtu. be Time: 12:00PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide:3:28PM Low Tide: 9:34PM Description : noon with regular conditions for surfing Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Witch's Rock Employee Profile: Flaco - Published: 2019-02-18 - Modified: 2019-02-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-instructor-spotlight-flaco/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Introducing Juan Carlos “Flaco” Surf Guide for Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. His name is Juan Carlos but everyone knows him as “Flaco” . He’s such a pura vida laid back guy who not only rips, but most importantly loves being a surf instructor. His job is not just being a rad surf instructor, but sharing his passion, his culture & his country’s beautiful beaches. If you book a surf tour package at the camp, Flaco will be the guy to dial you into world class waves. How did you get into surfing? I started surfing when I was 10 years old. Living in Playa Jacó, A friend from Florida gave me a surfboard for my birthday and I’ve been surfing ever since. What kind of surfer are you? How would you describe your surf style? I consider myself as a relaxed person. I don’t like fighting over waves, but I can be a little bit serious in the water. My surfing style is relaxed as well. I tend to get the most out of waves by surfing cleanly down the line and combining power surfing with radical maneuvers What’s your favorite spot in Guanacaste to Surf? My favorite wave in Guanacaste is Playa Grande. Techniques for Duck Dive? First things first: Do you have a surfboard that you can properly sink underwater? Surfboards with a lot of volume are very difficult to push underwater, sometimes they are impossible to duck dive with because they float too much. Step 1- Paddle Hard To Gain Speed It’s impossible to duck dive a powerful white water wave without proper speed. You need a forward momentum to be able to go all the way through. Step 2- Start 2 Meters Before Hitting The Wave Step 3- Push The Front Part of The Board Down & Forward After grabbing the rails under your pectorals, lean your upper body over the front part of the board and use your shoulder’s strength to dig the nose under water. Step 4- Push on Tail with your Foot (or Knee) Step 5- Bring your Body to your Board Once your surfboard is deep and parallel to the bottom, bend your arms and bring your body to your surfboard as the wave passes over you. What are the most common questions you get from the intermediate surfers? The most common questions are usually related with turning (either left or... --- > Playa Tamarindo – February 18, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-18 - Modified: 2019-02-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-18-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=OrbSY-9JveU&feature=youtu. be Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide:1:46PM Low Tide: 7:47PM Description : Small waves, around 11:00 am changed the direction of the wind Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – February 16, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-16 - Modified: 2019-02-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-16-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=dSHVl9d-kuQ Location: Playa Tamarindo , Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2feet Wind Direction: Onshore Wind Speed: a bit strong High Tide: 11:36AM Low Tide: 5:44PM Description : Very few waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande – February 15, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-15 - Modified: 2019-02-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-february-14-2019-2/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=zqxlUKu1a3U Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed with bursts High Tide: 10:36AM Low Tide: 4:24PM Description :Today with few waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 7: How To Catch More Waves Anywhere (with Ryan Waldron) - Published: 2019-02-15 - Modified: 2019-03-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/7-how-to-catch-more-waves-anywhere-with-ryan-waldron/ - Categories: Podcast This episode is for anyone who wants to learn how to catch more waves in any lineup anywhere. Join Niki, myself, and premiere surfer Ryan “the Intern” Waldron as we break it all down and give you actionable surfing advice that will help you catch more waves starting NOW. ALSO... Find out where we’re going, who we’re talking to, and what the future of the Get Out and SURF podcast looks like. Hint: it’s freaking awesome! Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show. Email questions or comments to getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com Follow us on Instagram. com/getoutandsurf See you surfing, pura vida Joe Walsh Audio transcription: Joe Walsh: Hey, hey. This is Joe Walsh coming to you from Tamarindo, Costa Rica with the Get Out And Surf Podcast. I'm sitting here with my good friend and special guest, Niki Hurren. Welcome to the show, Niki. Niki Hurren: Special guest, that's fantastic. First time I've been a special guest anywhere. Joe Walsh: It's because it's only you and I in this episode, in this show. Niki Hurren: Yeah, there we go. There's a way to burst a bubble. Joe Walsh: Well, you're special. I didn't want anyone else here. Just wanted it to be you and I, hanging out, talking surf and maybe catching up for a few. Niki Hurren: Absolutely. Yeah, no. Right on. I got out and surfed this morning, so I'm very nice and relaxed. Joe Walsh: Yeah, what's funny is that you texted me and told me that you were gonna surf the River Mouth on a longboard and so I got up and got my longboard, waxed it up, went down there, paddled out and you and were nowhere to be found. What's up, dude? Niki Hurren: You actually went? I didn't actually realize you went. Joe Walsh: I did, dude. I didn't tell you that? No? Yeah, dude, I paddled right out in front. Had some fun little longboard waves and, yeah. There's that left that's kinda breaking out there, too, right now, on a higher tide and don't ride the longboard too much, and I figured you'd probably went across the River. Is that where you guys went? Niki Hurren: Well, yeah. Outta the River Mouth, or over the river, and we were gonna go outta the River Mouth, but as we were getting ready, a few more people filled in, few more people filled... --- > Why You CAN’T Teach Your Partner How To Surf - Published: 2019-02-14 - Modified: 2019-04-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/why-you-cant-teach-your-partner-how-to-surf/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Picture it now... . Traveling to a premier surf destination on the other side of the world with your significant other, and they’re JUST AS STOKED as you are! Say goodbye to the days of a resentful, sunburned girlfriend / boyfriend who just spent the last 5 hours baking in the sun while you’re “just catching one more”... In this dream scenario, both you and your partner are bona fide shredders, eager to spend your hard earned cash on the ultimate reward, a surf trip. Couples sharing a common passion for surfing is fairly uncommon. Generally speaking, it’s just one person with saltwater coursing through their veins as the other person looks on dumbfounded. “You’re going to wake up at what time? ” “The water is how cold! ? ” Surfing can feel like it takes priority over everything. Today is Valentine’s Day and I’m sure there are lots of surfers (literally right now) blowing off their romantic lunch plans or sunset cocktails for the chance to score some waves. Surely you’ve asked yourself, “Wouldn’t it be easier if we both surfed? ” The problem is, teaching your partner how to surf is harder than you think. I mean... sometimes picking your next binge series on Netflix can be an agonizing experience. When it comes to teaching your girlfriend or boyfriend to surf, here are the reasons why you CAN’T. They feel comfortable complaining The longer you’re in a relationship, the more transparent you and your partner become. In the beginning of a relationship, nothing is worth arguing over and the goal is to maintain the peace of a budding romance. As time passes, this changes (LOL). We stop biting our tongues and have less reservations about truly speaking our mind. So when you attempt to teach your partner the art of surfing, be prepared for your 1-star review immediately afterwards. They blame their failures on you Didn’t stand up on the first try? Instructor’s fault. . Waves are too big? Instructor’s fault. . Waves are too small? Instructor’s fault. . Wind turned onshore? Instructor’s fault. . Epic nosedive in the shore break? Instructor’s fault. . You see where this is going. They give up early If your partner reserves a formal 2-hour lesson with an instructor, chances are they’re going to milk those 2-hours for all it’s worth. Even when their shoulders feel like noodles after using their... --- > Playa Grande – February 14, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-14 - Modified: 2019-02-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-february-14-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=Of8V0ltyqKA Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed Light High Tide: 9:26AM Low Tide: 3:22PM Description : Good waves and excellent for surfing Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – February 13, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-13 - Modified: 2019-02-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-13-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=CrRBOOBHCDs Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed Light High Tide: 8:26AM Low Tide: 2:22PM Description : a great day for surfing Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Marbella– February 12, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-12 - Modified: 2019-02-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-february-12-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=DDocluFBaXg Location: Playa Marbella, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: a bit strong High Tide: 7:36AM Low Tide: 1:33PM Description : Today quite moved with good waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo– February 11, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-11 - Modified: 2019-02-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-11-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=Og03G0OIJxE Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: strong High Tide: 6:53AM Low Tide: 12:52PM Description : Strong wind and small waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Camaronal – February 7, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-09 - Modified: 2019-02-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-camaronal-february-7-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=rFZPEvBptFE&feature=youtu. be Time: 9:00PM Location: Playa Camaronal, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 4:16PM Low Tide: 10:00PM Description : Beware of the sun, this strong. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande – February 8, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-09 - Modified: 2019-02-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-february-8-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=kdhzmHEoDVw&feature=youtu. be Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 5:16PM Low Tide: 11:00PM Description : the wind seems to complicate things a bit by entering the morning Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 6: Surfing The Great Lakes (with Larry Larsen) - Published: 2019-02-08 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/6-surfing-the-great-lakes-with-larry-larsen/ - Categories: Podcast This episode of Get Out and SURF is for anyone who has ever wondered what it’s like to surf on the Great Lakes. Meet Larry Larsen, a local surfer from Muskegon, Michigan who has been surfing Muskegon and the rest of the Great Lakes since 1966. Larry answers all of our questions about what it's like to be a Great Lakes Surfer. This episode is so cool, I'm packing my bags and ready to go surf Lake Michigan (just gonna wait until it warms up a little bit! )Sorry for any extra background noise. Our recording studio is located upstairs above the brewery and it was open while we were recording. Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show. Email questions or comments to getoutandsurfCR@gmail. comFollow us on Instagram. com/getoutandsurfSee you surfing, pura vida! Joe WalshLinks from the show:Witch’s Rock Surf Camphttps://www. witchsrocksurfcamp. comGreat Lakes Surf Festivalhttps://www. greatlakessurffestival. comWet Mitten Surf Shophttps://www. wetmittensurfshop. comThird Coast Surf Shophttps://www. thirdcoastsurfshop. comGreat Lakes Surfer’s Journalhttps://greatlakessurfersjournal. comChicago Chapter of Surfrider Foundationhttps://www. chicago. surfrider. orgUnsalted (surf movie)https://amzn. to/2th5rQ1The SS Edmund Fitzgeraldhttps://en. wikipedia. org/wiki/SS_Edmund_Fitzgerald#Final_voyage_and_wreckMusicArtist: Atlas GeniusSong: TrojansAudio transcription:Joe Walsh:Hey, hey, this is Joe Walsh, coming to you from Tamarindo, Costa Rica with the Get Out and SURF podcast. This week, we're talking all about surfing in the Great Lakes. Sitting here with special guest, Larry Larsen. Welcome to the show, Larry. Larry Larsen:Thanks for having me, Joe. Joe Walsh:Super stoked to have you on the show, and we've got Niki Hurren. Niki Hurren:Good afternoon gentlemen, very happy to be here. Joe Walsh:Very happy to have you as well, Niki. So, surfing in the Great Lakes. We have a lot of questions. I think a lot of people have a lot of questions, and before we start digging into the details of the surf, I want to get a little bit of a background. Well, actually I should start by saying that we're recording on a brew day, upstairs at the Volcano Brewing Company brewery, and you might hear a glycol chiller or a pressure washer. I think we're transferring some of our IPA right now into a fermentor. Niki Hurren:Yeah, we are on our brew day of our IPA. We sell a lot of it, so we have to make a lot of it. But that's what we are, a period production facility at the brewery. Joe Walsh:I don't think we actually ever mentioned that we... --- > Learn how to increase your wave count and make the most out of your surfing sessions. Explore strategies to improve your skills. - Published: 2019-02-07 - Modified: 2024-11-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/maximize-your-wave-count-with-these-positioning-techniques/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks All surfers aspire to catch more waves. Plain and simple... Why else would we spend hours bobbing around in the ocean, burning our skin, squinting our eyes, and putting ourselves at the raw risks of mother nature? Surfing is an interesting sport. In a 2-hour session, you may only get 5 minutes of actual ride time. That's not much practice when you compare surfing to other board sports like skateboarding or snowboarding. For this reason, maximizing wave count is crucially important if you want to make steady improvement to your surfing As you progress, you will naturally learn the best strategies to navigate your way through the line-up and pick off maximum waves in your session. Many new surfers think catching waves is like playing Black Jack where the player is at the mercy of the cards. But just like an experienced Black Jack player, an experienced surfer knows a handful of useful techniques to give themselves a competitive advantage. It may be a metaphorical stretch, but an expert surfer is just as advantageous catching waves as an expert card counter. If you'd like to upper hand next time you paddle out, consider the following positioning techniques. Make a mental map of the bottom Are you surfing a point break? A beach break? A reef break? ! Where ever you're surfing, you should always be conscious of what's happening on the bottom. Watch as many passing waves as you can and try to imagine the underwater bathymetry and contours. Remember, waves bend and break towards shallow water. Line yourself up with the edge of the sandbar, don't sit too far on the shoulder at a point break, look for any boils or ledges at a reefbreak. The best way to make this underwater map in your head is to simply observe as many passing waves as possible. Bottom feeding is OK If the waves are few and far between, don’t sit too far out endlessly waiting for the set of the day. Sometimes the “bottom feeding” strategy pays the highest dividends. Even if the waves are consistent medium – large, sitting a little further inside than everyone else can result in exciting double ups and last minute shoulder hopping as others wipe out. A few quick notes on this strategy: #1 You will get plenty of set waves on the head so be prepared to duck dive and #2... --- > Playa Grande – February 6, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-07 - Modified: 2019-02-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-february-6-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=o1PxNOAsMUY&feature=youtu. be Time: 3:30PM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide:3:59PM Low Tide: 09:59PM Description : The wind is coming in the afternoon but the waves are still good Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – February 4, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-04 - Modified: 2019-02-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-4-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=RivC_gVcjjI&feature=youtu. be Time: 2:30PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide:3:09PM Low Tide: 09:09PM Description : The wind is coming in the afternoon but the waves are still good Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > The ultimate Costa Rica surf trip guide in our podcast. Learn about the best waves, surf seasons, and hidden gems across the country. - Published: 2019-02-04 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/planning-your-costa-rica-surf-trip/ - Categories: Blog, Costa Rica Surfing, Editor's Picks Costa Rica is one of the top surf trip destinations on the planet, and for good reason. You can find every type of wave here for every type of surfer. There are beach breaks, reef breaks, and point breaks with different waves for beginners, intermediates, and advanced surfers. But with two coastlines and different surf seasons throughout the year, it can be very confusing to know when and where to plan your surf trip. That’s why we recorded this podcast: to demystify everything and help you plan your first (or next) surf trip to Costa Rica. You definitely want to listen to this episode, and share it with anyone you know that wants to surf Costa Rica. Pura vida! If you found this podcast helpful, please take a moment to: Subscribe to the Get Out and SURF podcast using Itunes, Spotify, Anchor FM, or whatever podcast player you use (I think we're on all of them) Follow the podcast on Instagram and get daily inspiration so you can get out there and surf this amazing world of ours. Costa Rica is one of the top surf trip destinations on the planet, and for good reason. You can find every type of wave here for every type of surfer. There are beach breaks, reef breaks, and point breaks with different waves for beginners, intermediates, and advanced surfers. But with two coastlines and different surf seasons throughout the year, it can be very confusing to know when and where to plan your surf trip. That’s why we recorded this podcast: to demystify everything and help you plan your first (or next) surf trip to Costa Rica. You definitely want to listen to this episode, and share it with anyone you know that wants to surf Costa Rica. Pura vida! --- > Playa Tamarindo – February 2, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-02 - Modified: 2019-02-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-february-2-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=jz8jjMyXHo4&feature=youtu. be Time: 11:30AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide:1:39PM Low Tide: 3:37PM Description : Small waves, closeouts and semi glassy surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 5: Costa Rica Surf Trip Review - Published: 2019-02-01 - Modified: 2023-09-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-costa-rica-surf-trip-review/ - Categories: Podcast This episode is for anyone interested in taking a surf trip to Costa Rica, or returning to explore a new area of Costa Rica. We cover the ENTIRE country: the Southern zone, the Central Pacific, the Nicoya Peninsula, Guanacaste, and the Caribbean. Some of the questions we answer: - What kind of waves will you find in each part of the country? - When is the best time of year to surf in Costa Rica? - Are the locals friendly? - What surfboard to bring? - Where to fly into and how to get around? - What else is there to do besides surf? - What should you pack? And more... Subscribe to the podcast and receive a new episode of Get Out and SURF every Friday. Email questions or comments to getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com Follow us on Instagram. com/getoutandsurf See you surfing, pura vida! Joe Walsh Music Artist: Beck Song: Dreams Audio transcription: Joe Walsh: Hey, hey, this is Joe Walsh coming to you from Tamarindo, Costa Rica, and you're listening to the Get Out and Surf podcast. In this episode we talk all about going surfing in Costa Rica, and everything you need to know, we talked about it all; how to get here, how to get around, where to find the best waves. Whether you're going to the northern zone, the southern zone, the Central Pacific or the Caribbean side, you wanna listen to this podcast. So sit back, relax and let's get started. Hey, what's up? This is Joe Walsh coming to from Tamarindo, Costa Rica with the Get Out and Surf podcast. I'm sitting here with Niki Hurren. Niki Hurren: Good afternoon. How are we? Joe Walsh: I don't know. Niki Hurren: Well, there's more than one of us in the room. Joe Walsh: I'm doing pretty good. Pat looks angry. Pat McNulty: I always look angry. Niki Hurren: He's always prepared. Joe Walsh: Right. Exactly. He's not facing the door though. Pat McNulty: I am facing the door. Joe Walsh: You're facing the bathroom. T Pat McNulty: No, that's a door right there. That's a bathroom, that's a door. Joe Walsh: That's the exit. Pat McNulty: There's a door here. I've got it in a peripheral vision. Somebody comes in, I hit them with the mic, go for the throat of the other guy. Joe Walsh: If it's a large group, what do you do though?... --- > Playa Grande – February 1, 2019 - Published: 2019-02-01 - Modified: 2019-02-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-february-1-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=ZXrKHtuPj1U&feature=youtu. be Time: 10:30AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide:12:47PM Low Tide: 6:44PM Description : Small waves and mostly closeouts Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande – January 31, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-31 - Modified: 2019-01-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-31-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=JMxpln8kMz8&feature=youtu. be Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Fresh High Tide:11:46AM Low Tide: 5:43PM Description : morning with good conditions Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – January 30, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-30 - Modified: 2019-01-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-30-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=aB8N-R1M1q0&feature=youtu. be Time: 07:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide:10:39AM Low Tide: 4:36PM Description : morning with good conditions and waves with good shape Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Marbella – January 29, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-29 - Modified: 2019-01-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-january-29-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=aFdb4ZAMZEU&feature=youtu. be Time: 07:30AM Location: Playa Marbella, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 9:31AM Low Tide: 3:31PM Description : morning with glassy surface and good conditions. Around 11:00 am changed the direction of the wind Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Find out when kids can start surfing and how this exciting activity can be a great way to bond and create lasting memories as a family. - Published: 2019-01-29 - Modified: 2025-02-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-age-can-kids-start-surfing/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks, Surfing with Kids Parenthood is the most glorious and most hectic time of your life. The highs and lows never seem to balance out to a steady equilibrium and the "to-do" list never gets any smaller. As a parent of 3 year-old twin boys, I never knew my heart could be overflowing with such love and frustration at the same time... The amount of patience and selflessness I've discovered in myself is a direct result of my ascension into parenthood. It's like that saying, " only a surfer knows the feeling", but instead, "only a parent knows the feeling. " As parents, we are the ambassadors of the world for our children. We introduce their first foods, we define their limits, we pass on our language, and so forth. After we've given a basic introduction to the world and social norms are established, the greatest gift that parents can pass down is a passion. In the best interest of our children, we must expose them to the whole gamut of possibilities including sports, music, art, crafts, etc. You never know which one they may find a keen natural ability for. At some point, many parents looking to introduce passion into their child's life are drawn to surfing (especially when 1 or both parents are surfers themselves). There are very few other activities in life that bring us into the natural world, and completely away from the all-addicting screen. If you're a parent looking to spark an active passion in your child's life, bring them to the water and let them discover the joy of riding waves. But what age can you start "surfing" with your child? Even at age 2, I was boogie boarding with my boys. Granted, the waves were less than 1 foot and we were catching mostly white water, but there is such joy in my heart when we skim across the sand after the 100th wave and I hear, "1 more daddy! "At Witch's Rock Surf Camp, we have taught surfing to children as young as 5 years old. We usually pair them with one of our parent instructors, keep them close to shore, and give them the 1-on-1 attention they need. Parents are welcome to wade in the water close by and cheer them on. And funny enough, the kids usually catch their first real waves sooner than the adults. Maybe it's their fearless instinct of their... --- > Playa Tamarindo – January 28, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-28 - Modified: 2019-01-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-28-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=06KsBIYR-Mc&feature=youtu. be Time: 06:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 8:28AM Low Tide: 2:30PM Description : morning with small waves, good conditions to start surfing Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Discover how it happened: the making of the movie “The Endless Summer” and why it became a classic surf film. - Published: 2019-01-28 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-it-happened-the-making-of-the-movie-the-endless-summer/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks, Robert August In 1963 Bruce Brown, Mike Hynson, and Robert August completed an 8-month surf journey that circumnavigated the globe. Bruce shot tons of film, edited it, and released the surf classic The Endless Summer later the next year. The rest is history. But how did this all come together? What was it like to travel to remote Africa? What was the scariest thing that happened? What advice can be given to others looking to embark on their own journey? Looking for answers, I sat down with Robert August and interviewed him for my new podcast Get Out and SURF. I asked him some personal questions about his background and making the movie The Endless Summer. Robert's stories were definitely inspiring, and I thought it was only fitting to share the episode with you. You can also listen to this podcast on Itunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and other podcast players. Pura vida! --- > Playa Tamarindo – January 26, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-26 - Modified: 2019-01-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-26-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=M4QWj0-BtIE Time: 8:00Am Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Very light High Tide: 6:29AM Low Tide: 12:15AM Description :Today with few waves and small Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Join us as we chat with surf legend Robert August about his experiences in the making of the cult classic film “The Endless Summer”. - Published: 2019-01-25 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/4-robert-august-making-the-movie-the-endless-summer/ - Categories: Podcast In this episode Joe Walsh and Niki Hurren hang out with surf legend Robert August. Robert shares some great stories from his experiences starring in the movie The Endless Summer. He also gives advice to anyone looking to get out of their comfort zone: Get out there and see (and surf) the world. Email questions or comments to getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com Follow us on Instagram. com/getoutandsurf Subscribe to the podcast and receive a new episode of Get Out and SURF every Friday. See you surfing, pura vida! Joe Walsh Witch’s Rock Surf Camp https://witchsrocksurfcamp. com Robert August Surfboards - Huntington Factory https://robertaugust. com Music Artist: Dirty Heads Song: Vacation Audio transcription: Joe Walsh: Hey, hey. This is Joe Walsh from Tamarindo, Costa Rica, bringing you the Get Out and SURF podcast. This is episode number four. I've got Niki Hurren with me. Niki Hurren: How are you doing? Good to be here. Joe Walsh: Good to have you here. And special guest Robert August. Robert August: Good to be here and good to still be alive. Joe Walsh: All right then. This is probably our biggest podcast yet. Got Robert here on the show who is by far one of surfing's, a legendary surfer, shaper, surf travelers and explorers. And it's really that last part, the surf travel that gets me excited, Robert. Got so many questions to ask you about being in the surf classic, Endless Summer. But I think we should probably back up a little bit for those that maybe never met Robert, don't know his backstory. Yeah, let's start at the beginning. Robert where are you from? Robert August: I grew up in Seal Beach, California, but I went to high school in Huntington Beach. My father was a surfer way before he was- Niki Hurren: Yeah. My Dad Blackie. And, so I started surfing when I was like five on a little piece of wood. That's all there was back then. We lived right on the beach, on Seal Beach and I surfed every day of my life. Joe Walsh: And when was this? He started surfing on that piece of wood. Robert August: Well, let me see. I was born in 1945, so that was in 1950 when I first started catching waves and standing up. Joe Walsh: And the lineup was not nearly as crowded as it is today in southern California. Robert... --- > Playa Grande – January 25, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-25 - Modified: 2019-01-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-24-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=fP81rAof3n0 Time: 6:00Am Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Very soft High Tide: 5:55AM Low Tide: 11:59AM Description :Today with super small waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Discover the diverse community at WRSC surf camp. Meet surf enthusiasts from all over the world, each with their own unique story. - Published: 2019-01-24 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/who-will-you-meet-at-wrsc/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Tamarindo is a true melting pot of cultures. Name any country, and we can tell you about a guest we've met over the years at WRSC. Travelers come from all corners of the world to visit our surf camp, each with their own unique story. If you've ever been to WRSC, you’ve witnessed the wide-ranging demographics that our surf camp pulls in. Apparently, surfing is an attractive lifestyle no matter who you are, or where you come from. Working in the reservations office, we have been asked just about everything... But one of the of the most popular questions remains ; “What are the demographics of your camp? " : Male vs Female; single travelers vs families; popular countries of origin. . the list goes on. We’ve made it easy for you; as a reservations team with over 30 cumulative years talking with guests , we crunched our numbers to provide an easy overlay of the WRSC demographics. Gender Female – 60% Male – 40% Traveling as... Single – 35% Families – 30% Groups of Friends – 20% Couples – 15% Age 0 – 18yo – 8% 19 – 25yo – 12% 26 – 35yo – 35% 36 – 45yo – 31% 46 – 55yo – 15% 55+ – 9% Surf program Non surfers – 5% Beginners – 60% Intermediate – 20% Advanced – 15% Traveling from North. America – 65% South America – 6% Central America – 8% Europe – 10% Australia – 5% Africa – 2% Asia – 4% Guest status Return Guest – 45% New – 55% Top priority Hardcore surfers (surf. eat. sleep. repeat) – 35% Adventurers (Surfing, tours, exploring) – 30% Poolside dwellers (Relax, tan, surf) – 15% Night crawlers (Surf and “socialize”) – 20% No matter how old you are, where you're from, whether you're coming solo or with the family, you will feel an overwhelming sense of community the moment your walk through our doors. Everyone is here for an active surfing vacation so you'll easily make friends and trade classic stories. Looking to plan your next surf trip? Our reservations offices are open 7 days a week with real, live agents eager to answer your questions. Give us a call at 1-888-318-7873 or drop us a line at reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com Talk soon! --- > Playa Grande – January 24, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-24 - Modified: 2019-01-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-23-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report, Uncategorized https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=sCwCP2hj4-Y Time: 6:00Am Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Very soft High Tide: 4:55AM Low Tide: 11:39AM Description :Today with small waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – January 23, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-23 - Modified: 2019-01-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-23-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=WrYX6YlwJ94 Time: 4:00Pm Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Strong winds High Tide: 4:35PM Low Tide: 10:39PM Description : Today with fast waves and super fun. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – January 22, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-22 - Modified: 2019-01-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-22-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=-Nr757H8pFg Time: 3:00PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Strong gusts of wind High Tide: 3:59PM Low Tide: 9:42PM Description :Good waves with strong winds Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Prepare for your surf trip by learning Costa Rican slang. Enjoy speaking like a local and enhance your experience. - Published: 2019-01-21 - Modified: 2025-06-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rican-slang-for-your-next-surf-trip/ - Categories: Blog Do you need to speak fluent Spanish to visit us? Of course not! All our staff are bilingual and love to test out their English skills with our guests. But if you want to make an impression and get some genuine smiles from the locals, surprise them with some of these popular pachuco (slang) words. It's always fun to try to communicate in your non-native tongue, even if you completely butcher it! Here are some of the most common words / phrases that 100% exist in the Costa Rican vocabulary, even if you can't find them in your Spanish dictionary. Tico/Ticas – is what Costa Ricans call themselves. Mae– Dude Example: Mae, let’s go surf! Buen Ride– Awesome! Example: That mae is super buen ride! Al Chile-Really. Example: The waves were epic this afternoon! Al chile? Que torta– What a problem. Example: I dinged the board, que torta! Zarpe-Last call for alcohol! Example: Mae, let’s go for the zarpe. Tuanis– Cool or everything is good. Example: ¿Hey buddy everything tuanis? Birras-Beers. Example: Mae, Volcano Brewing has birras muy tuanis! Por dicha-Luckily Example: Por dicha, I had a great time surf session this morning. Que chiva– Cool. Example: My trip to WRSC was super chiva once again! Harina- Money Example: Mae, make sure to bring harina to buy birras en Pacifico. Dar pelota: To pay attention. Example: Dar pelota, I need you to watch that boat carefully. Hale– Let’s Go. Example: Hale, to surf Santa Teresa for the weekend! Jama: To eat. Example: Hale a jamar to Eat @ Joe’s. A cachete – That’s awesome. Example: Costa Rica has some of the nicest people in the world. Diay– What do you mean? Example: Are you sure that the waves will be epic in Grande today? Response: Diay, am not sure. Suave un Toque– Wait a minute. Example: Let’s go surfing? Suave un toque. Salado– Tough luck. Example: I can’t surf today since I must work. Response: Salado! A cachete – That’s awesome. Example: Costa Rica has some of the nicest people in the world. Response: A chachete? Cuidado Pierde– Fortunate. Example: I booked a trip to WRSC for the month of August with the kids since the kids surf for free. Response: Cuidado pierde, Mae! You’ve obviously heard the famous phrase “Pura Vida” which can literally translate to “Hakuna Matara. ” Basically, it means to live a life full of... --- > Playa Tamarindo – January 21, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-21 - Modified: 2019-01-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-21-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=nVMQyNX_ARw&t=108s Time: 11:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Very strong winds High Tide: 2:59PM Low Tide: 9:02PM Description : Today with strong winds and good wave size Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Ready to take your surfing to the next level? Learn how to transition from a longboard to a shortboard with expert guidance. - Published: 2019-01-18 - Modified: 2024-11-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/3-transitioning-from-a-longboard-to-a-shortboard-with-paco-vega/ - Categories: Podcast In this episode we hang out with veteran surf instructor Paco Vega and discuss how to transition from riding a longboard to riding a shortboard. It’s a great show, check it out! For more info, check out the Witch’s Rock Surf Camp blog: How To Transition From A Longboard To A Shortboard Email questions or comments to getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com Follow us on Instagram. com/getoutandsurf Subscribe to the podcast and receive a new episode of Get Out and SURF every Friday. Pura vida and thanks for listening, Joe Walsh Music Artist: Empire Of The Sun Song: Walking On A Dream Audio transcription: Joe Walsh: Hey, how's it going. This is Joe Walsh from Tamarindo, Costa Rica and you're listening to the Get Out and Surf podcast. This is episode number three and we've got Paco Vega, a very well known local surfer here in Tamarindo and professional surf instructor at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Today, we're talking about longboarding and shortboarding, and transitioning between the two. A lot of people have a really hard time transitioning from a longboard down to a shortboard, so we talk about what it takes to get you there. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the podcast. Sitting here with special guest Patrick McNulty, COO of Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Patrick McNulty: How we doing? Joe Walsh: We're doing good, doing good. Patrick McNulty: Good, good. It's all good here in the hood. Joe Walsh: It definitely is. Also sitting on my other side I've got Brian Vega, a. k. a. Paco. Paco Vega: Yeah, yeah, yeah. What's up, guys? Joe Walsh: Yeah, welcome to the show man. Paco Vega: Pura vida, pura vida. Joe Walsh: Yeah, so, we were talking about, as we always do, surfing and all the different size surfboards that we ride and got onto some pretty interesting talk. I don't know, I kinda want to start with you Paco, when did you start surfing? Paco Vega: Oh, man, that was when I was about 16 or 17 years old. Joe Walsh: Alright and you're 30- Paco Vega: I'm 37 now. Joe Walsh: Okay, so about 20 years ago. Paco Vega: Yeah, something like that, I don't remember. Joe Walsh: Yeah, okay, so well. I know you grew up here in the neighborhood. Paco Vega: Yes. Joe Walsh: What was the first board? What did you learn on? Paco Vega: Man, that... --- > The surfing world isn't known for making good surfing movies. Somehow North Shore the movie stands apart from the rest. Read our review here. - Published: 2019-01-17 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/so-bad-its-good-north-shore-the-movie/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks If you haven't seen this 1987 surf classic, STOP what you’re doing right now and add this movie to your collection. Hollywood surf flicks are pretty lame... It’s a combination of the terrible computer-generated images, the millionaire actors attempting to portray burnout surf bums, and the picture perfect love story that always unfolds. North Shore is no different, but for some uncanny reason, this movie tends to gets surprisingly positive reviews within the surf community. Maybe it’s the all-star cast of 1980’s professional surfers like Occy, Laird Hamilton, Mark Foo, Gerry Lopez and Derek Ho. Or maybe it’s the unforgettable one-liners that forever resonate in our salty cerebral minds. “He's so haole he don't even know he's haole! ” being just the tip of the iceberg... If you haven't seen the movie, the storyline is actually quite watchable. When the main character, Rick Kane, wins a surf contest held in his local Arizona wave pool, he decides to spend his prize money on a plane ticket to the North Shore of Oahu for the big wave season. Having only surfed 2-foot chlorinated waves in his life, Rick Kane is confronted with the raw power of the North Shore during his first actual surf session in the ocean. Throughout his journey, Rick finds romance with the prettiest girl in Hawaii (of course), gets into multiple fist fights with “Da Hui”, learns the art of surfboard shaping alongside a local legend, and even qualifies for the most prestigious surf competition in the world, the Pipeline Masters. The movie is filled with classic 80’s attire, thick cumbersome surfboards, and some of the greatest 2-minute montages (think Rocky Balboa training to Eye of the Tiger). I won’t give away the ending, but I’m sure you can make an educated guess. But why is this particular movie so much more likable when compared to similar Hollywood surf counterparts? Movies like Big Wednesday, Point Break, or Blue Crush don’t come close to sparking the same nostalgia as North Shore. Even though this movie is 32 years old, it still remains at the top of most surfers’ list, and we have no idea how... You’ll just need to watch it for yourself. Do you know any other movies that fall into the, “so bad, it’s good” category? It doesn’t have to be surf related either. Let us know on Facebook or Instagram and tell us your... --- > Playa Grande – January 17, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-17 - Modified: 2019-01-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-17-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=MTG_dlE3fa0&feature=youtu. be Time: 09:30AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Something strong High Tide: 11:35AM Low Tide: 5:02PM Description : The wind seems to be softer today, but it is good to surf with caution. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – January 16, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-16 - Modified: 2019-01-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-16-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=32MEeYtouKA&feature=youtu. be Time: 09:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Hard High Tide: 10:10AM Low Tide: 4:02PM Description : The wind does not let up, starting at 9 a. m. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – January 14, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-15 - Modified: 2019-01-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-14-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=3dgAzSa7wbA&feature=youtu. be Time: 08:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Fresh High Tide: 8:16AM Low Tide: 2:14PM Description : The wind is entering at 9 am, the best hours to surf is in the morning, perfect days for longboarding Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande – January 15, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-15 - Modified: 2019-01-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-15-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=o7BnvPi2ERA&feature=youtu. be Time: 09:00AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Fresh High Tide: 9:16AM Low Tide: 3:04PM Description : The wind no longer bothers so much. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Learn these important steps so that you can transition from riding a longboard to surfing on a shortboard. Now get out and go surfing. - Published: 2019-01-14 - Modified: 2024-07-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-transition-from-a-longboard-to-a-shortboard/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Do you currently only ride a longboard, but you really want to learn how to ride shortboard? Are you ready to do tighter turns, drop in deeper, and take your surfing to the next level? After meeting and teaching thousands of aspiring surfers, this is one of the most popular questions we get. But before we get started, here’s a mild disclaimer: Surfing is NOT about out-shredding the person next to you. Surfing is about enjoying “the dance” between you and mother nature, and this does not require a small board. In fact, some of the best surfers in the world rarely even touch a shortboard. People like Robert “Wingnut” Weaver, Joel Tudor, and even the Chief Operating Officer of WRSC, Patrick McNulty, are all seasoned shredders and are pretty faithful to their longboards. But if you have the burning desire to transition from a longboard to a shortboard, here are some tips to help you make it happen. Transition Slow Have you ever seen the movie North Shore (greatest surf movie ever) where the salty surfboard shaper Chandler guides his apprentice Rick Kane through the full spectrum of surfboards in training for the Pipe Masters? If you haven't seen this surf classic, it should be at the top of your Netflix list. As corny as the movie is, this scene represents the importance of a slow, gradual transition from your longboard to a shortboard. Try as many boards as you can between your current board size and your goal surfboard size. Try knocking off 2 or 3 inches at a time. Utilize surf shops in your area that rent boards. Or even better, get down to the surf camp where you can try over 250 boards of all shapes an sizes. It’s going to take longer than you expected to feel comfortable riding a shorter surfboard, even one that’s only a few inches shorter or a few liters less of volume. Take your time. Size down, ride the surfboard for a few sessions until it starts feeling somewhat normal, and then size down again. You’ll most likely need to go through this process at least 5-10 times to transition comfortably from riding a 9’ longboard to a 6’ thruster or alternative shape shortboard. Wait For Good Waves There is nothing more frustrating than trying out your high-performance shred stick in knee-high gutless surf. To ride a shortboard, the... --- > 2: Surf Trip: Urban Camping in San Diego - Published: 2019-01-12 - Modified: 2023-09-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/2-surf-trip-urban-camping-in-san-diego/ - Categories: Podcast In this episode, we talk about: - Waiting until the last minute to decide where to go on your next surfing adventure - Surf Trip Destination: San Diego, California - Urban camping and how to do it well Links from the show: No surfboard fees for United flights to/from California: https://www. united. com/web/en-US/content/travel/baggage/sports. aspx The best California surf book ever: https://www. amazon. com/Surfing-California-Allan-Wright/dp/0911449027 Bird's Surf Shed in San Diego: https://birdssurfshed. com/ Please feel free to email the podcast at getoutandsurfCR@gmail. com Follow Get Out and SURF https://instagram. com/getoutandsurf Pura Vida! Joe Walsh Music Artist: Slightly Stoopid Audio transcription: Joe Walsh: Hey, what's up, there? This is Joe Walsh from Witch's Rock Surf Camp and volcano brewing company in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Bringing you the get out and surf podcast for Friday, January 11th, 2019. So how are we doing? I'll tell you how we're doing, we're doing awesome. And I'll tell you why. I just spent a week in an RV, urban camping in San Diego, California scoring some great waves and I'm totally surfed out. This is the second episode of our podcast and if you're wondering what's this podcast about, well let me give you a little bit of a heads up. This podcast is about surfing. It's about getting out, seeing the world, and surfing some waves. Joe Walsh: I'm in Tamarindo, Costa Rica so a lot of the surfing I'm talking about on the show is about surfing in Tamarindo and the rest of Costa Rica. But, the show is also about taking surf trips, learning surfing tips from surfing experts, interviews with surf travelers, industry veterans and more. I also talk about what it's like to run a 130 employee business in Costa Rica, all the trials and tribulations of working for yourself and maintaining things in a third world country and doing it all in the name of surfing. So, if that sounds good for you, do me a favor and subscribe to the show. You can download it onto your device, you can rate, review, share with your family, friends, or anyone else you know that loves surfing. Joe Walsh: And since this is a new podcast, I'm still kind of figuring it out, I'm using Anchor dot FM to distribute the show but you should be able to pick it up on Stitcher, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Overcast, pretty much... --- > Playa Grande – January 11, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-11 - Modified: 2019-01-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-11-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=rB9bw-hooxQ&feature=youtu. be Time: 07:00AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Fresh High Tide: 6:05 AM Low Tide: 12:11PM Description : morning with good conditions, small waves and glassy surface Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Volcano Brewing Company Opens New Brewery In Tamarindo - Published: 2019-01-10 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/volcano-brewing-company-opens-new-brewery-in-tamarindo/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Wow. What started as a side hustle in 2011 has grown into another business entirely. For years we have been producing our own craft beers under the label Volcano Brewing Company. We’ve had incredible response, selling everything we could produce at our 3 surf camp bars as well as to a handful of wholesale accounts throughout Costa Rica. Running a brewery has it’s own set of challenges, but it’s really fun. One of our biggest problems was that we didn’t have enough room. Not enough room for keg washing equipment or canning equipment. Not enough room for additional tanks to allow us to experiment with new beer styles. Not enough room to give proper brewery tours. Well, we finally solved this problem by building a larger facility right here in Tamarindo. Here’s a video to give you a peek of what’ll find. You can also listen to us talk about it on our new podcast Get Out and SURF. https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=sXs3aAFpOsE The new brewery is located behind the Tamarindo Gym on the road leading to the Wyndham Hotel. Open daily 2-10pm. Visit the Volcano Brewing Company facebook page for more info. Come check us out, have a pint, and play some disc golf. Pura Beera! --- > Playa Avellanas – January 10, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-10 - Modified: 2019-01-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-january-10-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=ltZ3bbF99lI&feature=youtu. be Time: 07:00AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-4 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 5:26AM Low Tide: 11:34AM Description : morning with good conditions, waves of good shape and size Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – January 9, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-09 - Modified: 2019-01-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-9-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=4Wuxpqs9DEE&feature=youtu. be Time: 06:30AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 4:48AM Low Tide: 10:57AM Description : morning with glassy surface and small waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande – January 8, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-08 - Modified: 2019-01-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-8-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=2ouN1Ovwtnc&feature=youtu. be Time: 06:30AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 4:10AM Low Tide: 10:22AM Description : morning with small waves with good shape, ideal for longboarding Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – January 7, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-07 - Modified: 2019-01-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-7-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=fc55JKJI82E&feature=youtu. be Time: 12:30PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 4:03PM Low Tide: 9:58PM Description : small waves for those who want to start with their surf lessons Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Read the interview with David Torres, Lead Surf Guide for Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. See what advice David gives. - Published: 2019-01-07 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-instructor-david-torres-profile/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Introducing David Torres, Lead Surf Guide for Witch's Rock Surf Camp. David is such a great guy, I really can’t say enough good things about him. He’s a 13-year veteran employee at the surf camp. He started off working in the board cage and graduated to guiding surf tours a couple of years later. David’s demeanor is relaxed and easy going. He’s always stoked to find the best surf conditions, and he’s always sharing the best set waves with others. Let’s not forget to mention that he totally rips. If you book a surf tour package at the camp, David will be the guy to dial you into world class waves. So how exactly did you start working at Witch's Rock Surf Camp? I started working for WRSC in the board cage back in 2006. A friend that was working at the camp at the time told me about the job opening, I applied, and luckily I was hired. The funny thing is that ever since I moved to Tamarindo I had wanted to work at WRSC but I was under age. Finally the opportunity came along when I was legal to work at the age of 18, and ever since then I’ve been part of Witch's Rock. How did you first get into surfing? My neighborhood friends in Liberia were the ones that got me hooked. They were all older than me and started taking me to Camaronal to surf. This was very tough for me in the beginning, since those waves weren’t beginner waves at all. But it was all about challenging myself to overcome my fear and be where I am today. What kind of surfer are you? How would you describe your style of surfing? I consider myself low profile, very calm and always friendly with everyone in the water. I like to be active, not competitive. I just want to enjoy the ride. What surfboard are you riding right now? Dimensions? Right now I'm riding a 5'8" Lost, it's 18 1/4" wide and 2 1/8" thick. Do you have a favorite surfboard shaper/company? My overall favorite board is DHD Surboards in Australia, the shaper is Darren Handley What's your favorite surf spot in Guanacaste? Ostional and Camaronal. What are the biggest waves you've surfed in Costa Rica? El Golfo (the outer reef), close to Avellanas beach. The wave was approximately 5 meters high. Do you have a favorite... --- > Playa Tamarindo – January 4, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-05 - Modified: 2019-01-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-4-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=Zbd3B_7bwTw Time: 3:00PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Strong wind High Tide:1:57PM Low Tide:7:45PM Description :Fair wind and no waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – January 5, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-05 - Modified: 2019-01-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-5-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=ier0yr7luiE Time: 2:00PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Strong wind High Tide:2:42PM Low Tide:8:37PM Description : ideal waves to learn to surf Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > 1: Welcome to Get Out and SURF - Published: 2019-01-04 - Modified: 2019-03-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/1-welcome-to-get-out-and-surf/ - Categories: Podcast Welcome to the Get Out and SURF podcast. In our first episode, we talk about - ending our radio show on 99. 5fm after 6 years and launching the new podcast! - opening our brewery in Tamarindo - how to survive Christmas and New Years on the beach in Costa Rica - favorite surf vehicles - finding uncrowded waves in Costa Rica Audio transcription: Joe Walsh: Hey what's up there? This is Joe Walsh, coming to you with the "Get Out and Surf Podcast. " This is the first one. Numero uno. Coming to you from Tamarindo, Costa Rica, with two of my very closest friends: Niki Hurren- Niki Hurren: Hi, how you doing. Joe Walsh: And Pat McNulty. Pat McNulty: Yup. Joe Walsh: You know, I was a little conflicted, because we'd been running this, Witch's Rock pirate radio show, on 99. 5 FM here in Costa Rica. Joe Walsh: Radio Dos, Evan Luck, for I wanna say almost six years. I lost track. So say five years. Niki Hurren: I've only been involved with it for the last four years, and every Friday from 5 p. m. til 7, we've done a radio show at the surf camp right there on the beach. Joe Walsh: And now, we decided to let the show finally come to an end at the end of 2018. Now here we are, the first Friday of 2019, and it's that hour, and we're sitting here, doing this podcast. We thought, "You know, it's a new year. We're gonna take it in a new direction. " And so, here we are. So yeah, man. I'll just take the opportunity I guess to introduce ourselves for those of you who haven't listened to the show. I'm Joe Walsh. I'm the founder of Witch's Rock Surf Camp and Volcano Brewing Company here in Tamarindo. It's a pretty big business these days. That's why I've got Niki and Pat here to help me out. We pretty much do everything to surf. It's the reason why I'm here. And there's really not much to say besides that. I don't know. This is all to support my surf. How bout you, Pat? Maybe you can give a little better ... Pat McNulty: Well, I finally feel like the ball and chain has been taken off of my ankle, since the radio show stopped. Joe Walsh: Yeah. Pat McNulty:... --- > Start 2019 off right with our new podcast Get Out and SURF! You can listen to the first episode HERE. - Published: 2019-01-04 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/goodbye-radio-show-hello-podcast/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Well... I'll be honest, it was a little sad having the Witch's Rock Pirate Radio Show come to an end last month. I mean... we'd been doing it every Friday for almost six years. But just like the surf camp has done since the beginning, the radio show needed to grow and evolve into something more. Something better. So check out the new Get Out and SURF podcast! --- > The Time is NOW... For Your Solo Surf Trip - Published: 2019-01-03 - Modified: 2019-01-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-time-is-now-for-your-solo-surf-trip/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Stop waiting around for a travel buddy, the time is NOW to chase your passion to Costa Rica. At Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, traveling solo has never been easier. You’ll still enjoy the sense of adventure that goes with visiting a new part of the world by yourself, but you’ll experience far less speed bumps in your journey with our expert guidance. A little hesitant to travel by yourself? Not sure if you’ll make friends? Maybe you’re not a total social butterfly? No matter what kind of solo traveler you are, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp has accommodations that fit your specific needs. Shared Accommodations Male and Female Shared Rooms are located at the main surf camp on the first floor and offer the best opportunity to socialize and make new friends. With only 3 guests in each room, our unique shared rooms are not overly crowded like a hostel. You’ll automatically have a 3-person crew to surf and explore. 7-night surf packages in the Shared Room start at $1036. Affordable Single Rooms Single Tiki Rooms located on the 2nd floor of the main surf camp give you direct access to our restaurants and bars while offering a cozy reclusive space to take a quiet siesta after hitting the surf. 7-night surf packages in the Tiki room start at $1449. Private rooms at our sister location, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, gives you the best-of-both-worlds experience. Located 3 minutes walking from the main surf camp, you’ll enjoy amenities at both locations. Pueblo Dorado is perfect for “early to bed, early to rise” type of people looking to recharge their batteries with peace and relaxation. Come to the main surf camp for your surf program and whenever you get the urge to socialize. No matter what accomodations you choose, one thing is for certain... You will catch the best waves of your life and forever be a part of our close-knit Witch’s Rock Surf Camp community. Bonded by the common love for riding water, it’s likely that you’ll stay connected with surfers from around the globe. Keeping in touch and following your new friends’ paths in life is easy. We even have a WRSC Community Facebook page where you can plan trips together or even post pictures of your best waves. So stop waiting around for someone to travel with who may not have the same fire in their heart to experience... --- > Playa Grande - January 3, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-03 - Modified: 2019-01-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-january-3-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=d5jDg6dSX5U Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Strong wind High Tide:1:10PM Low Tide:7:03PM Description :Today with strong waves and small waves Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – January 2, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-02 - Modified: 2019-01-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-2-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=pazPiPrY9PI Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Light wind High Tide:12:10PM Low Tide:6:07PM Description :Today with super small waves and pretty hot Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – January 1, 2019 - Published: 2019-01-01 - Modified: 2019-01-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-january-1-2019/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=uBk3PJopS_I Time: 12:00 PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: strong wind High Tide: 11:10AM Low Tide:5:07PM Description :Today with small waves, happy new year 2019 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – December 31, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-31 - Modified: 2018-12-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-31-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=N1ftDfEjIJQ Time: 07:00 AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: strong wind High Tide: 10:00AM Low Tide:4:03PM Description :Small but excellent to surf. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande – December 28, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-29 - Modified: 2018-12-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-28-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=axp07bAqIVw&feature=youtu. be%5C Time: 08:00 PM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Soft High Tide: 7:21PM Low Tide: 12:58AM Description: Good conditions for beginners. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – December 29, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-29 - Modified: 2018-12-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-29-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=KXHkqcr9vKI&feature=youtu. be Time: 09:00 PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Soft High Tide: 8:21PM Low Tide: 1:58PM Description: Good conditions for beginners. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily surf reports delivered to you inbox! --- > Playa Grande – December 26, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-26 - Modified: 2018-12-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-26-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/bk4yYZ8Khi4 Time: 02:00 PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Very strong High Tide:5:51PM Low Tide: 11:50PM Description: The wind is strong but it seems that the morning tide will be better. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Grande – December 25, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-25 - Modified: 2018-12-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-25-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/J5e_YDCYMo0 Time: 02:00 PM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Very strong High Tide:4:51PM Low Tide: 10:50PM Description: The beautiful waves but the wind makes you surf carefully. Merry Christmas. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – December 24, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-24 - Modified: 2018-12-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-24-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=CaNq0RldqJk Time: 03:00 PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Very strong High Tide:4:01PM Low Tide: 10:00PM Description: the waves are good but the wind is strong, you must surf carefully Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo - December 22, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-22 - Modified: 2018-12-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-22-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=vXe0qescG5M&feature=youtu. be Time: 08:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Very strong High Tide: 2:25PM Low Tide: 8:08AM Description: morning with a lot of wind, small waves with good shape and some close outs Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – December 21, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-21 - Modified: 2018-12-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-21-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=-BLYwesBues&t=12s Date: December 21, 2018 Time: 08:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 1:38PM Low Tide: 7:31PM Description: waves with good shape and size in the river mouth Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas - December 20, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-20 - Modified: 2018-12-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-december-20-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=FNrg6ee3QMk&feature=youtu. be Date: December 20, 2018 Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: onshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 12:15PM Low Tide: 6:32PM Description: good conditions until the direction of the wind changed Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – December 19, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-19 - Modified: 2018-12-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-19-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=dkKk2EztLvo&feature=youtu. be Date: December 19, 2018 Time: 08:30AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 11:57AM Low Tide: 5:48PM Description: morning with waves for all levels Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Discover tips for building the ultimate Costa Rica surf van and how it can enhance your surfing and camping adventures. - Published: 2018-12-18 - Modified: 2025-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/building-the-ultimate-costa-rica-surf-van/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks I've always been into camper vans, ever since I was a kid. I was 18 when I bought my first van, a pea-green 1979 VW Westfalia I scored for $1600. This was the first car I ever bought and it changed my life. I started camping and surfing in Baja every month, getting my first tastes of the adventurous Latin American surf life. I became hooked on the feeling of freedom and exploration that came along with cruising in such a ride. I'm still in love with surf vans, camper vans, roof-top tents, and anything else that gets me exploring and surfing off the grid. I went to Germany this past summer and stopped by a VW dealership in Munich to check out the new VW California, a camper van with a pop top roof and all of the things that made the original VW Westfalia famous. These vans are pretty awesome, but definitely not as durable as the old-school 1980s Westy. Even though the VW California has AWD they just don't seem rugged enough for Costa Rica's backroads. They have low clearance, and lifting them seems silly. They're nice, but they really are a highway camper van. The 1980s Westfalia seemed like a better option. They're rugged, they have higher clearance, and they have substantial weight over the rear axel which can help give more traction when traversing questionable roads without 4wd. So I made it my goal to find a solid van in Costa Rica and do a custom build project. I figured this would be about the best Christmas present ever. Finding A Great Project Van I was looking around online for quite a long time. I couldn't believe how much used VW Westfalias go for these days. I guess people have figured out how rad these vans are. I found a few used vans in San Jose, Costa Rica, but they seemed to all be Vanagons or too old or in bad shape. A guy in Tamarindo had just driven down in a 1986 Westfalia, but he wanted to sell it for too much money, and it would have been too difficult/impossible to import anyways. Bu then about a month ago I found what I was looking for, here in Costa Rica, already with Costa Rican license plates. Purchase price: $5600. An original German 1981 VW Westfalia camper van that had been imported to Costa... --- > Playa Avellanas – December 18, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-18 - Modified: 2018-12-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-december-18-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=NDRPoxMC8aw&feature=youtu. be Date: December 18, 2018 Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 11:02AM Low Tide: 4:54PM Description: in general waves with good shape and size Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – December 17, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-17 - Modified: 2018-12-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-17-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=4vW90mPKyQQ&feature=youtu. be Date: December 17, 2018 Time: 7:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Strong High Tide: 10:03AM Low Tide: 3:58PM Description: Morning with waves ideal for beginners Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – December 15, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-15 - Modified: 2018-12-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-15-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=pMkeIqfnV_w Date: December 15, 2018 Time: 8:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 8:15AM Low Tide: 2:18PM Description:Today with excellent conditions, with good waves, good sun Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Grande – December 14, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-14 - Modified: 2018-12-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-14-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=jn82m68AXe8 Date: December 14, 2018 Time: 6:00AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: No Wind High Tide: 7:20AM Low Tide: 1:25PM Description: Today with excellent waves for surfing Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Grande – December 13, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-13 - Modified: 2018-12-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-13-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=pkK2ClkSBhs Date: December 13, 2018 Time: 4:00 PM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: strong High Tide: 7:08PM Low Tide: 12:41PM Description: Today with super small waves and strong wind Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Tamarindo – December 12, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-12 - Modified: 2018-12-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-december-12-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=qF5uVPTfMYE Date: December 12, 2018 Time: 6:00 AM Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 5:57 AM Low Tide: 12:07 PM Description: An excellent day for surfing and with family Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Tamarindo – December 11, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-11 - Modified: 2018-12-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-december-11-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=l8nfTXnNMHY Date: December 11, 2018 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: strong High Tide: 5:16 AM Low Tide: 11:32 AM Description: Today with big waves and strong wind Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Tamarindo – December 10, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-10 - Modified: 2018-12-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-december-10-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=UJx0QfexT4M Date: December 10, 2018 Time: 6:00 AM Location: Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 4:33 AM Low Tide: 10:45 AM Description: Today with small waves and very light wind Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Grande – December 7, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-08 - Modified: 2018-12-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-7-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=HT0DsEz67qw&t=5s Date: December 7, 2018 Time: 2:00 PM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 2:13 PM Low Tide: 8:11 PM Description: All right, until the wind came in and the waves were gone. Visit https://www. witchsrocksurfcamp. com for daily surf reports, our live web cam, and surfing vacations for all levels and abilities in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. --- > Playa Tamarindo – December 5, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-06 - Modified: 2018-12-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-5-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=D7IwK4Wy7gg Date: December 5, 2018 Time: 11:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Hard High Tide: 1:25 PM Low Tide: 7:35 PM Description: The wind does not give truce, good waves, to surf carefully is not over. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Grande - December 6, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-06 - Modified: 2018-12-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-6-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=dNBjoJV-7Qo&feature=youtu. be Date: December 6, 2018 Time: 12:00 PM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 2:13 PM Low Tide: 8:11 PM Description: The wind has stopped hitting so hard but precautions are not too much Visit https://www. witchsrocksurfcamp. com for daily surf reports, our live web cam, and surfing vacations for all levels and abilities in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. --- > Tamarindo Receives Awesome Northwest Swell To Start 2019 Season - Published: 2018-12-05 - Modified: 2018-12-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-receives-awesome-northwest-swell-2018-2019-season/ - Categories: Blog, Costa Rica Surfing Psst! The Tamarindo Rivermouth is breaking again! If you were lucky enough to be down here this past weekend, you saw some giant waves breaking up and down the beach as a booming northwest swell slammed into Costa Rica's Pacific coast. These were the same waves that broke last week during the Jaws Challenge big wave surf contest at Pe'ahi, Maui, Hawaii. The swell is still hitting as I write this. Tamarindo and Witch's Rock, arguably the two best spots in Costa Rica to receive a northwest swell, have been firing on all cylinders. Spot: Tamarindo Rivermouth | Surfer: Joe Walsh | Photo: Leonardo Pinero For those of us that live and surf in Tamarindo or visit often, we can all remember how the estuary drifted a couple of years ago and how our beach landscape completely changed. The Tamarindo Rivermouth surf break all but disappeared. But then earlier this year the rivermouth started to show signs of life. Offshore winds helped add some sand to the sand bar. And now, with the start of our northwest swell season, the Tamarindo Rivermouth is once again throwing out some tubes. Spot: Tamarindo Rivermouth | Surfer: Unknown | Photo: Leonardo Pinero During the peak of the swell the biggest waves were breaking at Pico Grande. This lava rock outcropping and slab has a perfect northwest orientation that helps to amplify the wave's size. Local surf stars Dean Vanderwalle and Malakai Martinez were pulling into barrels that looked like Backdoor. It was a pretty solid show. Spot: Pico Grande | Surfer: Dean Vandewalle | Photo: Toni Vandewalle And of course Witch's Rock has been PUMPING. Check out local ripper Josymar Fuentes Villalobos (long time friend and past employee) showing us how its done in this epic multi-shot tube ride at the rock. Spot: Witch's Rock | Surfer: Josymar Fuentes Villalobos | Photo: @gu_party Spot: Witch's Rock | Surfer: Josymar Fuentes Villalobos | Photo: @gu_party Spot: Witch's Rock | Surfer: Josymar Fuentes Villalobos | Photo: @gu_party Spot: Witch's Rock | Surfer: Josymar Fuentes Villalobos | Photo: @gu_party Spot: Witch's Rock | Surfer: Josymar Fuentes Villalobos | Photo: @gu_party With the sand bars set up better than they've been in a long time, now's a great time to get down here and surf. The rainy season has all but ended, the offshore winds are starting to pick up, and the conditions are great. We... --- > Playa Grande – December 4, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-04 - Modified: 2018-12-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-december-4-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report - Formats: Video https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=tPjkNDJpoMs&feature=youtu. be Date: December 4, 2018 Time: 11:00AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Hard High Tide: 12:32 PM Low Tide: 6:35 PM Description: The wind is coming along with the tide, it is not too much to be careful, beginners, it is better to be close to the white water. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Grande – November 30, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-01 - Modified: 2018-12-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-30-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=jQdvUUme6dg Date: November 30, 2018 Time: 7:30AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 8:10AM Low Tide: 2:20PM Description: Morning with a lot of waves and with good size Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo - December 1, 2018 - Published: 2018-12-01 - Modified: 2018-12-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-december-1-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=BmpU-kBnspg&feature=youtu. be Date: December 1, 2018 Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 9:18AM Low Tide: 3:25PM Description: Waves smaller than yesterday, good conditions for surf lessons Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas – November 29, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-29 - Modified: 2018-11-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-november-29-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=ut53DXxtV7Y Date: November 29, 2018 Time: 7:00AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 3-6 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 7:08AM Low Tide: 1:19PM Description: Very good conditions to catch waves of good size. If you grab the one of the set you can get a clean barrel Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Grande – November 28, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-28 - Modified: 2018-11-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-28-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=Yt4GdrQjQIM Date: November 28, 2018 Time: 7:00AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Moderate High Tide: 6:11AM Low Tide: 12:24PM Description: Morning with glassy water surface, waves of good size and shape. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas – November 27, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-27 - Modified: 2018-11-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-november-27-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=HSptKbIK_G8 Date: November 27, 2018 Time: 7:00AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 5:20AM Low Tide: 11:33AM Description: Morning with waves of good shape and size Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo - November 26, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-26 - Modified: 2018-11-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-november-26-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=aIAFwOtW9_c Date: November 26 , 2018 Time: 6:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Gentle High Tide: 4:31AM Low Tide: 10:45AM Description: Morning of small waves, ideal for beginners Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Grande - November 23, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-24 - Modified: 2018-11-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-23-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=2bE5Shx05_A Date: November 23 , 2018 Time: 2:00PM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Strong High Tide: 2:50PM Low Tide: 8:45PM Description: Today with small waves excellent for surfing and quite hot. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – November 24, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-24 - Modified: 2018-11-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-november-24-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=7iNdgwQAajo&feature=youtu. be Date: November 24, 2018 Time: 1:00PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: onshore Wind Speed: Strong High Tide: 3:33PM Low Tide: 9:29PM Description: The wind in the afternoon enters, we hope the other week to have better conditions with surfing in the morning. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Grande - November 22, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-22 - Modified: 2018-11-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-22-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=4jmQaWAzuag Date: November 22 , 2018 Time: 1:30PM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Strong High Tide: 2:15PM Low Tide: 8:07PM Description: Today the conditions were very hectic with small waves and rain. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Grande - November 21,2018 - Published: 2018-11-21 - Modified: 2018-11-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-212018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=zHU_KJEBw4k Date: November 21, 2018 Time: 12:00PM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Strong High Tide: 1:26PM Low Tide: 7:19PM Description: Today a little small, and the wind little strong. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Marbella - November 20, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-20 - Modified: 2018-11-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-november-20-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=aT5Rd5OKPYs Date: November 20, 2018 Time: 10:00AM Location: Marbella, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: very light High Tide: 12:46PM Low Tide: 6:38PM Description: The waves are very consistent and fun, a nice and hot day. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Grande – November 19, 2018. - Published: 2018-11-19 - Modified: 2018-11-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-19-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=oZwIKOdT9nw Date: November 19, 2018 Time: 10:30 AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: soft High Tide: 11:58 AM Low Tide: 5:52 PM Description: No wind, excellent waves, the sun is strong, good waves for the longboard. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Tamarindo – November 17, 2018. - Published: 2018-11-17 - Modified: 2018-11-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-november-17-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=2hrYhNWcelA&feature=youtu. be Date: November 16, 2018 Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Soft High Tide: 8:55 AM Low Tide: 3:01 PM Description: Perfect weather to sunbathe on the beach and waves for longboarding. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas – November 16, 2018. - Published: 2018-11-16 - Modified: 2018-11-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-november-16-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=y2DHMO8maKI&feature=youtu. be Date: November 16, 2018 Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Soft High Tide: 8:55 AM Low Tide: 3:01 PM Description: No wind, excellent waves, the conditions are good for the longboard. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Grande – November 15, 2018. - Published: 2018-11-15 - Modified: 2018-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-15-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=wZCkTKXF1CI&feature=youtu. be Date: November 15, 2018 Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Soft High Tide: 7:56 AM Low Tide: 2:05 PM Description: No wind, excellent waves, the sun is strong, do not forget the sun block, the conditions are good for the longboard. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Avellanas - November 14, 2018. - Published: 2018-11-14 - Modified: 2018-11-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-november-14-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=0TQAMvVCdNA&feature=youtu. be Date: November 14, 2018 Time: 10:00AM Location: Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: soft High Tide: 7:43 PM Low Tide: 1:14 PM Description: Excellent conditions for surfing in the morning. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Grande – November 13, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-13 - Modified: 2018-11-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-13-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=0WAfQNobvsI&feature=youtu. be Date: November 13, 2018 Time: 8:00AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: soft High Tide: 6:56 PM Low Tide: 3:56 PM Description: Excellent conditions for surfing in the morning. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Avellanas – November 12, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-12 - Modified: 2018-11-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-november-12-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=S6V_QtT6GXs&feature=youtu. be Date: November 12, 2018 Time: 8:00AM Location: Avellanas, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Soft High Tide: 6:06 PM Low Tide: 11:45 AM Description: Excellent conditions for surfing in the morning. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Tamarindo - November 10, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-10 - Modified: 2018-11-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-november-10-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=BAaN6DYqTBg&t=2s Date: November 10, 2018 Time: 6:00AM Location: Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1- 2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: very light High Tide: 4:16AM Low Tide: 10:30AM Description: The waves are consistent and fun, open walks, some exits, and very sunny Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Tamarindo – November 9, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-09 - Modified: 2018-11-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-november-9-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=AiUMTHtWKdU&feature=youtu. be Date: November 9, 2018 Time: 12:30 PM Location: Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: strong High Tide: 3:50 PM Low Tide: 9:55 PM Description: The conditions in the morning are not suitable, we hope that the afternoon improves. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Tamarindo - November 8, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-08 - Modified: 2018-11-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/39142-2/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=9atPj40NaKU Date: November 8, 2018 Time: 11:00AM Location: Tamarindo Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: onshore Wind Speed: strong High Tide: 3:18PM Low Tide: 9:20PM Description: Today with small waves a bit semi-chopped and quite hot. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Playa Grande – November 7, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-07 - Modified: 2018-11-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-7-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=trlqwsbfr34&feature=youtu. be Date: November 7, 2018 Time: 11:00AM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: strong High Tide: 2:30PM Low Tide: 8:35PM Description: The wind arrived at 1 pm, waves rising with the tide. Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Tamarindo - November 6, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-06 - Modified: 2018-11-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-november-6-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=542EKzbjjmQ&feature=youtu. be Date: November 6, 2018 Time: 8:00AM Location: Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: strong High Tide: 1:20PM Low Tide: 7:35PM Description: Today with small waves, excellent for surfing and good sun to spend as a family. Subscribe to our Witchs Rock Surf Reports Channel --- > Playa Grande, November 5, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-05 - Modified: 2018-11-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-november-3-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report - Formats: Video https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=i-MvrwOeFhA&feature=youtu. be Date: November 03, 2018 Time: 1:00PM Location: Playa Grande, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-3 feet Wind Direction: Offshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 12:51 PM Low Tide: 6:55 PM Description: Excellent waves, while the wind does not bring rain. Subscribe to our Witchs Rock Surf Reports Channel --- > Tamarindo, November 3, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-03 - Modified: 2018-11-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-surf-report-tamarindo-november-03-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=hGOt57FC0HA&feature=youtu. be Date: November 03, 2018 Time: 9:00AM Location: Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: Light High Tide: 10:43 AM Low Tide: 5:05 PM Description: It seems that the wind is entering, if you are going to surf, be careful. --- > Tamarindo - November 2, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-02 - Modified: 2018-11-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-november-2-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report - Formats: Video https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=7maIwczAvIc&feature=youtu. be Date: November 2, 2018 Time: 11:00AM Location: Tamarindo, Costa Rica Wave Height: 1-2 feet Wind Direction: onshore Wind Speed: strong High Tide: 9:39AM Low Tide: 3:56PM Description: waves are small, some open rides, crowded as usual. --- > Witch's Rock - November 1, 2018 - Published: 2018-11-01 - Modified: 2018-11-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-november-1-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report - Formats: Video https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=btbxZtS9zRA Date: November 1, 2018 Time: 8:00AM Location: Witch's Rock, Costa Rica Wave Height: 2-3 feet Wind Direction: offshore & onshore Wind Speed: very light High Tide: 8:28AM Low Tide: 2:45PM Description: waves are consistent and small, some open rides, some closeouts, not crowded. --- > Marbella - October 31, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-31 - Modified: 2018-11-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-october-31-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report - Formats: Video https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=1Iih1C0AWJA Date: October 31, 2018 Time: 7:30AM Location: Marbella, Costa Rica Wave Height: 3-4 feet Wind Direction: offshore Wind Speed: very light High Tide: 7:25AM Low Tide: 139PM Description: waves are consistent and fun, open rides, some closeouts, not too crowded, nice and sunny. --- > Tamarindo - October 30, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-30 - Modified: 2018-11-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-october-30-2018-712am/ - Categories: Surf Report https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=vniNkWm4FcQ&t=9s Date: October 30, 2018 Time: 7:12AM Location: Tamarindo Wave Height: 2 feet Wind Direction: side shore Wind Speed: light High Tide: 6:25AM Low Tide: 12:39PM Description: waves are consistent and fun, some open rides, some closeouts, not too crowded, nice and sunny Subscribe to our Youtube channel for daily surf reports delivered to your inbox! --- > Find all airline routes to Liberia, Costa Rica and San Jose, Costa Rica with this comprehensive flight guide. - Published: 2018-10-30 - Modified: 2025-02-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-best-direct-flights-to-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks, Flying to Costa Rica, How To (Do Everything) Surf If you’re planning a trip to Costa Rica, booking a great flight is an important step. So how do you start? First, realize there are 2 international airports in Costa Rica: Liberia (LIR) and San Jose (SJO). Liberia, Costa Rica is only half an hour to the Pacific coast and only one hour to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. This is definitely the preferred airport to fly into. Direct flights to Liberia, Costa Rica: updated for 2019 As you can see, most of the direct flights to Liberia originate from the USA and Canada. This is the most convenient way to get to Witch's Rock Surf Camp, and we provide airport transportation to/from the Liberia Airport included free with all of our surf packages. San Jose, Costa Rica offers many routes that Liberia doesn’t, and often at a cheaper price. It takes about 3. 5 - 4 hours to drive to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from San Jose. You can also take a 45 minute local flight, a private shuttle, a taxi, or even one of the national bus lines. Depending on your personal circumstances, San Jose might be a viable option for you. Direct flights to San Jose, Costa Rica: updated for 2019 There are more flights arriving to San Jose than Liberia, especially for travelers arriving from Europe. These flights can be cheaper, but the downside is that it takes longer to get to Tamarindo. If you're flying with a big group, on a budget, and if you have more time to travel, this might be a good option for you. For finding the cheapest flights to Costa Rica, the websites we use and suggest that you check out include Kayak, Expedia, Priceline, and directly on the airline’s websites. If you’re planning on traveling with your surfboard, make sure to check with the airline to learn how much they'll charge for the extra baggage fee (usually $150-200 each way). Fortunately, unlimited use of surfboards is included free with all surf packages at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. If you need help figuring out flights for your upcoming trip, or if you have any questions about anything at all, we are here to help. Call or email us today and let our team of expert trip planners take care of everything. Pura vida! --- > Avellanas - Monday, October 29, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-29 - Modified: 2018-10-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/monday-october-29-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Monday, October 29 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6AM Today in Playa avellanas, waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 5:34PM high tide with a following 11:48PM low tide. Today with good conditions and excellent waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Tamarindo - Saturday, October 27, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-27 - Modified: 2018-10-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-october-27-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Saturday, October 27 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2PM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi glassy surface conditions. We've got a 4:36PM high tide with a following 10:33PM low tide. Today with lots of rain, semi glassy with some waves to surf. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Tamarindo - Tuesday, October 23,2018 - Published: 2018-10-23 - Modified: 2018-10-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-october-232018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, October 23, 2018 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10am - 12pm Today in Playa Tamarindo , waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were off-shore providing us with semiglassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 02:01 pm high tide with a following 07:59 pm low tide. Today with small waves, a little wind As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan --- > Playa Avellanas, Monday, October 22, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-22 - Modified: 2018-10-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-october-22-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Monday, October 22 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:30 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were off-shore providing us with semiglassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 01:21 pm high tide with a following 07:23 pm low tide. Good weather, blue sky and a little bit of wind As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny M. --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, October 20, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-20 - Modified: 2018-10-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-october-20-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Saturday, October 20 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were cross-shore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 11:46 am high tide with a following 5:53 pm low tide. Sunny morning with small waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > When Eli Bouchard wanted to learn to surf, he came to Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Costa Rica. He was surfing after only 2 lessons! - Published: 2018-10-19 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/snowboard-prodigy-learns-to-surf/ - Categories: Blog Last week I was checking out the waves having my morning coffee when one of the kids from the shop came up and told me that Eli Bouchard had just rented a surfboard. So I googled his name. And then I watched this 8-year-old kid setting a world record pulling off double backflips on a snowboard in Quebec. What a stud! I had to meet him. I ended up hanging out with Eli and his family for the week they were in Tamarindo. They were really cool people. It is always a pleasure to meet young athletes working so hard and achieving so much. This video shows what happens when this young kid, full of drive and determination, decided he wanted to pick up surfboard and try surfing. He only needed a couple lessons with our instructors before he was on his way to surfing stardom. Keep it up kid. https://youtu. be/F1P95X1xvGU What’s even cooler is that Eli’s dad stayed at the surf camp 15 years ago, long before he ever had kids. This trip was his first time back to Tamarindo, and he couldn’t believe how much the area had grown. He was truly stoked that the surf camp was still sitting right on the beach doing what we always do, and we were truly stoked to get the opportunity to share surfing with his son. Pura vida from Witch’s Rock Surf Camp! --- > Playa Grande, Friday, October 19, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-19 - Modified: 2018-10-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-october-19-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Friday, October 19 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were light offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:47 am high tide with a following 4:57 pm low tide. After 9:00 am the wind changed direction, causing closeouts waves and semi choppy water. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Brasilito, Thursday, October 18, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-18 - Modified: 2018-10-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-brasilito-thursday-october-18-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Thursday, October 18 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Brasilito, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were light offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:41 am high tide with a following 3:54 pm low tide. Morning with good conditions. Around 10:00 am the wind changed and the waves were faster and closeouts. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Brasilito, Wednesday, October 17, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-17 - Modified: 2018-10-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-brasilito-wednesday-october-17-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Wednesday, October 17 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am Today in Playa Brasilito, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were cross-shore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:36 am high tide with a following 2:49 pm low tide. Rainy morning with good conditions. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Explore The Surf Seasons of Costa Rica and discover when to ride the best waves for an unforgettable surfing experience. - Published: 2018-10-17 - Modified: 2025-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-surf-seasons-of-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks, Weather + Surf Conditions Waves are nothing more than traveling vessels of energy. Born from strong winds blowing in all corners of the planet, ocean waves traverse thousands of miles through open water just to come crashing down for our enjoyment. In terms of surf destinations, Costa Rica is certainly ranks among the leaders worldwide. With its all-year consistency, variety of surf spots, perfect climate, and overall wave quality, it’s almost impossible NOT to score the best waves of your life... . In this article, we will cover the different swell producers of Costa Rica, when each of these events occur, and some WRSC insider tips to aid your search of catching the next perfect wave. Nov to April - North Pacific Swells As the seasons change and South Pacific swell energy simmers down, the North Pacific bounces back to life and produces some of the largest Pacific Ocean wave-heights of the year. Whenever there is an extra-large swell that rolls through Hawaii, Costa Rica can expect long period swell (15-24 seconds) to arrive 3-4 days later. These swells are a bit more fickle, but when they do come, they are usually met with our dry-season offshore winds and pristine conditions. The unique Northwesterly swell angle (280°- 300°), long period energy, and offshore wind combination can provide some of the best surf sessions all year. Weather / Wind: Lots of blue skies and all-day offshore winds. Air temps 80F - 100F Insider Tip: When these swells happen, there is no need to leave Tamarindo March to December - South Pacific Swells These are the swells that provide Costa Rica with consistent surf throughout most of the year making it a year-round surf destination. Because there are no significant land masses blocking the howling winds of the South Pacific, major storms can swirl at these low latitudes for several days giving us extended swell events (3-5 days) with long-period wave energy (14-22 seconds). Although you can catch these SPAC swells throughout the year, your best chance for catching “The Big One” is between June-September. During these months, surfers can expect a diurnal wind pattern each day with offshore winds in the morning, light onshore breeze during the day, and an evening glass-off for sunset. South Pacific swells can come from a range of directions and angles (170° - 240°). Weather / Wind: Blue Skies in the morning with a refreshing downpour in the afternoon... --- > Playa Brasilito, Tuesday, October 16, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-16 - Modified: 2018-10-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-brasilito-tuesday-october-16-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Tuesday, October 16 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Brasilito , waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:38 am high tide with a following 1:51 pm low tide. Morning with good waves and size As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Brasilito, Monday, October 15, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-15 - Modified: 2018-10-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-brasilito-monday-october-15-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Monday, October 15 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Brasilito, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:48 am low/high tide with a following 1:00 pm low tide. Waves with good size and shape. Around 9:30 the wind direction changed. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Protero, Friday, October 12, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-13 - Modified: 2018-10-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-protero-friday-october-12-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Friday, October 12 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 08:00 am Today in Playa Potrero, waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were off/onshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:52PM low tide with a following 5:18 PM high tide. The best conditions for surfing the whole week, apparently the wind does not like to wake up early on these dates, if you want to surf, the morning is the best idea. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny M. --- > Playa Tamarindo, Thursday, October 11, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-11 - Modified: 2018-10-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-october-11-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Thursday, October 11 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 03:00 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were moderate/onshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 10:52PM low tide with a following 4:18 PM high tide. Complicated conditions for surfing, unless you love the waves that are complicated to read, the wind does not let up, and the rain makes it impossible to enjoy the warm sun. We hope it improves tomorrow. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny M. --- > Playa Tamarindo, Tuesday, October 09, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-09 - Modified: 2018-10-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-october-09-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Tuesday, October 09 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 01:00 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were moderate/onshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 8:52PM low tide with a following 2:48PM high tide. The rain is gone, but the wind remains, surfing carefully is not over. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny M. --- > Discover the importance of surfing etiquette and the golden rules every surfer should know. Surf in harmony with others and enjoy the waves. - Published: 2018-10-09 - Modified: 2025-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfing-etiquette-5-surf-rules-everyone-must-know/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks, Learn to Surf Tutorials Surfing Etiquette can be described as the official list of rules for the sport of surfing. Having these rules allows us all to surf in harmony with one another. If there were no rules to surfing the lineup would be total chaos! For this blog I researched the Internet and read all of the top books on “Learning to Surf”. I was amazed at how little focus had been put on the subject. These truly are the golden rules to surfing, they are so important! Before We Begin , Please Review These Surfing Terms: “closeout” – a wave or a large section of a wave that breaks at the same time, making it impossible to continue surfing the open face of the wave“deep” – the steepest part of the shoulder closest to the peak of the wave is considered the deepest part of the wave. Often when a surfer is “too deep” they are unable to drop in to a wave without falling off of their board“down the line” – along the face of the wave“duck dive” – a technique used to paddle out past a breaking wave. Arms push the nose of the surfboard down while the knee or foot pushes down on the tail as the surfer dips below the passing wave“face” – the open, unbroken part of a wave“green wave” – an open wave allowing the surfer to surf along the face of the wave, going either left or right parallel with the beach instead of straight towards the beach“inside” – when paddling for a wave, “inside” refers to the person closest to the peak of the wave. “Inside” also refers to the shallower part of the water closest to shore. “kick out” – to surf out of the wave, ending your ride (also called flicking out)“lineup” – the area where the waves normally begin breaking. Surfers sit on their boards in the lineup and wait for waves to break. “longboard” – a longer, wider, thicker surfboard. Longboards catch waves much easier than shortboards but are harder to control and turn. “left” – a left is a wave that is breaking to the left. The direction “left” is used by the surfer when describing the direction of the wave while facing the shore. Therefore, from the beach, a “left” is described as a wave that breaks from left to right. “outside” – when paddling for a... --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday, October 08, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-08 - Modified: 2018-10-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-october-08-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Monday, October 08 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 01:00 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were moderate/onshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 080:06 am low tide with a following 02:09 pm high tide. The wind is strong, the current is strong, surf carefully, it seems that the wind and rain come. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny M. --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, October 5, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-06 - Modified: 2018-10-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-october-5-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Saturday, October 5 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 5:49 am low tide with a following 12:09 pm high tide. After two days of storm, conditions improved. A little messy and fast waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande, Thuersday, October 4, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-04 - Modified: 2018-10-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thuersday-october-4-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Thursday October 04 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:oo am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were cross/onshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 9:49AM high tide with a following 4:04PM low tide. The wind and rain have not let the conditions urge for surfing, we hope they improve in the afternoon. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny M. --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, October 3, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-03 - Modified: 2018-10-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-october-3-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your (day of the week / date) surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00 - 9:oo am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:37 am high tide with a following 2:53 pm low tide. Morning with waves of good shape and size As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday, October 1, 2018 - Published: 2018-10-01 - Modified: 2018-10-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-october-1-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Monday, October 1 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:40 am high tide with a following 12:54 pm low tide. Morning of waves with good size and shape, ideal for beginners and longboard As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, September 29, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-29 - Modified: 2018-09-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-september-29-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Saturday, September 29 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 5:15 am high tide with a following 11:25 am low tide. Nice morning with waves of good size for beginners but closeout As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande, Friday, September 28, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-29 - Modified: 2018-09-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-september-28-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Catalina with your Friday, September 28 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2:00 pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:46 am low tide with a following 4:59 pm high tide. Messy sea and with small waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Discover sustainable surfboards, wetsuits, and more. Check out 6 eco-friendly surf products you can feel good about using. - Published: 2018-09-28 - Modified: 2025-06-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/6-eco-friendly-surf-products-you-can-feel-good-about-using/ - Categories: Blog As surfers, we are some of the first to feel the effects of pollution and climate change. The ocean is our playground and we try our best to keep it clean, but when the tools of our trade are contributing factors to rising oceans and carbon emission we are put in a bit of a box. Fortunately, there are brands out there that realize surfboards, wetsuits, sunscreen, and even surf wax can be incredibly harmful to the environment. These brands aim to reverse the effects of climate change and pollution through their sustainable products. These products are environmentally friendly, and they work phenomenally, so check them out below! Patagonia Yulex Wetsuits Patagonia has been on the Yulex path for a while now. Unlike Neoprene, Yulex is a natural rubber that can be sustainably farmed. The original issues with Yulex - lack of flex, stiffness, and overall lack of comfort - are no longer an issue. Patagonia’s new line of Yulex wetsuits is some of the best wetsuits out there. Additionally, they are Fair Trade certified so you can ensure your dollars are contributing to good on all fronts. Unlike most brands, Patagonia wants their products to last a lifetime, so they have created the Worn Wear program, where you can send in your torn, used, and damaged clothing for little to no cost repairs! Firewire Eco Surfboards Firewire’s Timbertek program has been around for a few years. The shapers at Firewire utilize sustainably grown Paulownia wood and bio-resin. That combination qualifies Timbertek for Eco board certification, an aim that all board builders should have. Vissla Boardshorts In 2015, Vissla signed on to become a Surf Rider Foundation “Surf Industry Defender,” aiming to create sustainable products that help protect our oceans. They have a variety of sustainable products that include their stylish boardshorts made from coconut husks and recycled polyester yarn! ThinkSport Sunscreen By now, we are all aware that most sunscreens are harmful to coral reefs. But it’s still a challenge to try to find a high quality, dermatologist recommended sunscreen that is reef safe. Well, not anymore! ThinkSport Sunscreen has an SPF rating of 50, does not contain any biological toxic chemicals, and is waterproof for 80 minutes! TreeHugger Surf Wax If the name gives you any indication, the team over at TreeHugger Surf Wax is doing everything possible to create sustainable products. Every product Tree Hugger Surf... --- > Playa Tamarindo, Thursday, September 27, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-27 - Modified: 2018-09-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-september-27-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Thursday, September 27 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2:00 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:09 am low tide with a following 4:22 pm high tide. Good size waves for beginners As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, September 26, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-26 - Modified: 2018-09-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-september-26-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Catalina with your Wednesday, September 26 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:00 - 3:00 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:32 am low tide with a following 3:46 pm high tide. Afternoon with small waves ideal for beginners and longboard As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Your ultimate guide to Costa Rican coffee: explore the top brands, flavors, and tips for selecting the perfect bag. - Published: 2018-09-26 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/your-guide-to-bringing-home-the-best-costa-rican-coffee/ - Categories: Blog It’s no secret that Costa Rica has some of the world’s best coffee. Our temperate inland climate, rolling grassy hills, and rainy season provides the optimal conditions to produce supreme quality coffee beans. With every sip you take each morning you’re here, you’ll notice the complex flavor, rich aroma, and superb taste that puts Cost Rican coffee above the rest. But it’s one thing to order a cup with your breakfast, it’s a completely different ordeal to pick out your own bag at the supermarket. Honestly, it can be a bit overwhelming. All you want to find is that traditional Costa Rican flavor, but the coffee aisle is stacked with dozens of different brands and roasts. Dive in below to learn about each of the major Costa Rican coffee brands! Café Britt Perhaps the most recognizable coffee brand in Costa Rica, Britt is a regular on the shelves of all stores in Costa Rica. They even have their own brand-named stores in many malls, hotels, and airports. And for good reason, Britt makes high-quality coffee in a variety of blends and roasts. Café Britt is known for creating exclusive gourmet products, most notably their coffees and chocolates. The variety of brews offered by Café Britt will ensure that every coffee lover can find a perfect match. Britt focuses on quality by choosing the highest caliber beans and pairing them with expert roasters. Café Britt’s Tres Rios blend is a personal favorite that is grown on the mountains near Volcán Irazu and is a medium roast with an aroma of honey-nut. Café Rey Café Rey has been providing Costa Ricans with high quality 100% Arabica Coffee for 65 years. Café Rey’s goal is to combine the region’s best beans into a rich, aromatic blend of flavor that is evocative of traditional Costa Rican taste. The Café Rey Tradicional blend combines rich flavors with a hint of sweetness. Café 1820 Named for the year Costa Rica exported its first coffee bean to Panama, Café 1820 is steeped in tradition. Café 1820 is a local favorite and is a balanced mix of Café Oro, which uses coffee from the 7 coffee-producing areas in Costa Rica. 1820 comes from high-altitude nutrient-rich volcanic soils located at more than 1000 meters above sea level. 1820 offers a variety of products including specific blends intended for mixing with milk, espressos, and of course 100% pure Arabica... --- > Playa Grande, Tuesday, September 25, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-25 - Modified: 2018-09-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-september-25-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Tuesday, September 25 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1:00 pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:57 am low tide with a following 3:09 pm high tide. Messy waves, after the rain around 1:40 pm the conditions improved slightly As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday, September 24, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-24 - Modified: 2018-09-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-september-24-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Monday, September 24 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy surface conditions. We've got a 8:21 am low tide with a following 2:33 pm high tide. At the beginning good conditions. At 12:00 pm change the direction of the wind to onshore and As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, September 22, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-22 - Modified: 2018-09-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-september-22-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Saturday, September 22 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 01:12 PM high tide with a following 07:21 PM low tide. Waves closed as usual, but with little wind to end the week, beautiful day, and sky is blue, a smile on the sand and surfing. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny M. --- > Playa Grande, Friday, September 21, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-21 - Modified: 2018-09-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-september-21-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Friday, September 21 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:24 PM high tide with a following 6:38 PM low tide. With some rain in the afternoon for better waves waiting for the end of the day. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny M. --- > Playa Grande, Thursday, September 20, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-20 - Modified: 2018-09-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-september-20-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Thuesday, September 20 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:28 AM high tide with a following 5:46 PM low tide. Excellent waves, let’s surf. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny M. --- > Discover the surprising talents of celebrities who rip on the waves. Learn who surfs like a pro in exotic locations. - Published: 2018-09-20 - Modified: 2025-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/celebrities-who-rip/ - Categories: Blog We’ve all seen the tabloid snapshot depicting some A-lister hanging on to a foam board, for dear life, while vacationing in Bali or Hawaii. But there are, in fact, a few celebrities who legitimately rip. Whether surf tripping with pros or pulling into barrels in front of their extravagant beach houses, these celebrities are sure to light up any line up with more than just their fame. Chris Hemsworth To the surprise of very few, Thor surfs. The Australian born and bred actor Chris Hemsworth currently calls Byron Bay home and surfs as often as he can. In addition to being close to his family, Chris negotiated the filming of Thor 3 be done near his home in Australia, so he could enjoy the occasional weekday surf. If you follow this superhuman on Instagram, you’ll see that he occasionally pals around with 11-time world champ Kelly Slater, whether it’s at Cloudbreak in Fiji or at the surf ranch. It would appear that Chris even has his own board sponsor, Bondi Beach based Emery Surfboards. Not that the actor couldn’t afford the boards on his own. Cameron Diaz Cameron Diaz might be one of the world’s most recognizable celebrities. She’s known for her appearances in The Mask, Charlies Angels, and There’s Something About Mary. But Diaz has not let fame get in the way of her surf-traveling. In fact, she made a TV series about it back in 2005 titled Trippin. While Trippin might have vanished along with what was left of the early 2000’s pop culture, Diaz is still a surfer. Liam Hemsworth It’s no surprise that Liam, like his brother Chris, surfs. Growing up in Australia, Liam and his siblings picked up surfing along with rugby, cricket, and other absurdly Australian activities. Today, Liam calls Malibu home, where he is a frequent local in the lineup at first point. Jack Johnson Not many people know that the famed beachy singer/songwriter Jack Johnson grew up on the North Shore of Oahu. In fact, one of Johnson’s first jobs was filming and editing surf footage. He is a familiar in the line-up at Pipeline, and like Chris Hemsworth, is buddies with Kelly Slater. In addition to packing barrels, we can applaud Jack Johnson for completely eliminating single-use plastics at his concerts! Jason Mraz Known for his 2008 hit single I’m Yours and his questionable headwear choices, American singer and songwriter... --- > Playa Marbella, Wednesday, September 19, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-19 - Modified: 2018-09-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-wednesday-september-19-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday, September 19 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:09 pm high tide with a following 4:47 pm low tide. Excellent waves, no wind, let's surf. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny M. --- > 12 Breathtaking Hikes to Take in Costa Rica - Published: 2018-09-18 - Modified: 2025-06-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/12-breathtaking-hikes-to-take-in-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog You came to Costa Rica for the waves, we get that, so did we. But there is so much more to Costa Rica than the coast. Costa Rica’s highest point of elevation is 3,820 meters (12,533 feet) that’s just under the elevation of Mount Owen in the Teton Range of Wyoming. Costa Rica might not be a frontrunner when you think of great hiking destinations, but it should be. Trekking the rain and cloud forests by foot, climbing waterfalls, and scaling volcanoes are all possibilities when you visit Costa Rica. Keep reading to learn about 12 of our favorite hikes in the country! 1. Rio Celeste Waterfall & Tenorio Volcano This hike is just a stone’s through from WRSC in Tamarindo! Located in Guanacaste, Rio Celeste is renowned for its gorgeous blue water! Guided half day hikes will take you to natural hot springs around the volcano park. Full day hikes are a bit challenging and can be up to 5 miles but are well worth it. They offer the chance to see the beautiful Rio Celeste Waterfall on the way down from the volcano. 2. Santa Rosa National Park Another hike close to Tamarindo, the Santa Rosa National Park and all of her hiking trails are located in Guanacaste! Hike through the dry forests and keep a lookout for wildlife. Then make your way to the gorgeous white sand beaches. The National Park has the world’s only fully protected beach for nesting Olive Ridley Sea Turtles. These adorable sea turtles hatch between August and November, so if you’re lucky you may get a chance to see them. The beaches of Santa Rosa are also known for their surf breaks, so score some waves while you’re there! 3. Heliconia Hanging Bridges If you’re looking to find rainforests without leaving Guanacaste, Heliconia Hanging Bridges is for you! Heliconia is a private reserve located near Tenorio Volcano National Park. The hanging bridges offer a unique birds-eye view of the 140 acres of rainforests below, as well as the town of Bijagua and Lake Nicaragua! 4. Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve The Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve is completely worth the two-hour drive from Guanacaste! As one of the world’s most revered biological sites, people travel from all over to walk along the two miles (3. 2 kilometers) of hanging bridges overlooking the Costa Rican countryside. In addition to the spectacular aerial views... --- > Playa Grande, Wednesday, September 18, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-18 - Modified: 2018-09-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-september-18-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday, September 18 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 10:02 pm high tide with a following 3:37 pm low tide. Good waves, perfect for shortboard. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny M. --- > Playa Avellanas, Monday, September 17, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-17 - Modified: 2018-09-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-september-17-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Monday, September17 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 8:48 pm high tide with a following 2:37 pm low tide. Exclentes waves, but closed at the end. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny M. --- > Tamarindo - Saturday September 15, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-15 - Modified: 2018-09-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-september-15-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report BUENAS TARDES! This is Jonathan with his surf report on Saturday September 15 presented by the Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Report time: 2pm Today in Tamarindo the waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. The winds at the time of the report were offshore, which gave us semiglassy surface conditions. We have a low tide at 12:48 p. m. with a high tide after 7:02 p. m. Good fun waves and celebrating independence day As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you want to come here. See you in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Capitan suizo - Friday September 14 ,2018 - Published: 2018-09-14 - Modified: 2018-09-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/capitan-suizo-friday-september-14-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report BUENAS TARDES! This is Jonathan with his surf report on Friday, September 14 presented by the Witch's Rock Surf Camp Report time: 6AM Today in Capitan suizo, the waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. The winds at the time of the report were offshore, which gave us semitransparent surface conditions. We have a low tide at 11:58 a. m. with a high tide after 6:13 p. m. Super fun school day, with good waves to surf and with enough sun As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you want to come here. See you in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Grande - Wednesday, September 12, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-13 - Modified: 2018-09-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-september-12-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday, September 12 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report 3PM Today in playa grande , waves are 2-4 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with choppy surface conditions. We’ve got a 10:26AM low tide with a following 4:40PM high tide. Today with a lot of rain, it is very difficult to surf and swim with a lot of current As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Want to master your surfing? Discover the Fin Set Up Explained, including the thruster and other essential setups. - Published: 2018-09-13 - Modified: 2025-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/fin-set-up-explained/ - Categories: Blog Over the years, surfboards have evolved. We’ve seen longboards, shortboards, fishtails, and many more. Just like boards, fins have evolved over the time as well. As high-performance surfing advances and new maneuvers come into existence, fin setups must change to keep up with progressive surfing. Below, you will have all of your fin related questions answered and be ready to rip with the perfect fin set up for your style! Thruster The thruster (3 fins) is, perhaps, today’s most common fin set up. But it wasn’t always that way. The thruster first came into existence in the early 80’s, when the twin fin set up was dominating competitive surfing. Simon Anderson popularized the three-fin set up with his win at Bell’s Beach, where he rode what became known as the thruster. At the time, surfers were riding twin fins for their speed and flowy rides, but the thruster offered the ability to turn on a dime. The back fin, along with the two on the sides, offers enough traction and hold for a surfer to carve out massive turns on an open face. This increased maneuverability completely changed progressive surfing and brought about the power surfing style that was popularized in the 90’s. Quad The Quad fin set up (4 fins) leans heavily on the basic science behind the twin fin, a wide space between fins for water to flow at equal speeds. However, the extra two fins on the quad provide additional hold, which comes in handy in bigger waves. Quads with the trailer fins closer to the rails and further up on the board, perform great on smaller waves to offering more drive through flat sections. It's like a twin fin, but with a bit more control. Quads with the trailer fins further back provide extra hold in large hollow barrels, without sacrificing speed. Many advanced surfers will use a quad set up when the waves are steep and hollow to increase traction on the wave face. Twin Fin The twin fin came into popularity during the 1970’s with the rise of the fish. These unique shortboards, with two fins placed far apart, allowed surfers to reduce drag and increase speed. Twin fins are ideal, and a blast, in small to medium waves where they provide optimal maneuverability and flow. Single Fin Today, single fins are typically found on longboards. Widely accepted as classic style, although some... --- > Playa Brasilito - Thursday, September 13, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-13 - Modified: 2018-09-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-brasilito-thursday-september-13-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Thursday, September 13 , surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report : 6AM Today in playa brasilito , waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with water glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:12 AM low tide with a following 5:26PM high tide. Today with fun waves, it is good to surf on longboard and have fun with friends and family As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Avelllanas - Tuesday September 11, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-12 - Modified: 2018-09-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avelllanas-tuesday-september-11-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday September 11 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report 3PM Today in playa avellanas, waves are 2-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with choppy surface conditions. We’ve got a 9:26AM low tide with a following 3:45PM high tide. Today it is a bit difficult to surf in semi-choppy conditions, hopefully it will improve tomorrow As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Your Guide to Costa Rican Sport Fishing - Published: 2018-09-11 - Modified: 2025-02-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/your-guide-to-costa-rican-sport-fishing/ - Categories: Blog Every year, millions of tourists travel to Costa Rica without any intention of surfing. So, what do these millions of travelers do, if they’re not partaking in some of the best surf the Americas have to offer? Well many of them are fishing. Costa Rica is home to some of the best sport fishing on the planet. You don’t have to venture too far off the coast to find yourself amongst some of the biggest trophy fish you’ve ever seen. So, if you fancy yourself an angler, dive in to learn about all the fish you can, and will, catch in Costa Rica! Types of Fish in Costa Rica Costa Rica is home to a variety of trophy fish species that will look as good in a picture as they will taste on your plate! In the North Pacific Region, where Tamarindo is located, it’s possible to catch: Roosterfish Named for their mohawk like dorsal fin, Roosterfish are inshore fish often found in the surf. They can be caught year-round. Snapper There are a variety of snapper species. Each of them, however, prefer rocky bottom shallow water that provides protection and smaller fish to feed on. Sailfish The sailfish is perhaps one of the most sought-after species on every anglers list. While they are not as powerful as the marlin, their grace and beauty will make catching one a memorable moment. Marlin Both species (Blue and Black) found in Costa Rica can grow to a gargantuan 600 pounds, making the marlin the trophy fish of all trophy fish. It’s widely accepted that the best time of year to fish Marlin is between April and May. Dorado Also known as Dolphin or Mahi Mahi, the Dorado can swim up to 50 mph making it one of the most thrilling fish to hook. These colorful fish taste about as good as the look. They are abundant in Costa Rican waters from late May through November. Wahoo The Wahoo typically travel alone, or in small schools of 5 or 6. The fish is most abundant in Costa Rican waters during the summer months. Yellowfin Tuna Yellowfin Tuna in Costa Rica are typically midsize or small but have the potential to reach up to 300 pounds. No matter the size, tuna are sure to put up a fight. They can be caught in Costa Rica year-round but are most frequently caught during the... --- > Playa Grande - Monday, September 10, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-11 - Modified: 2018-09-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-september-10-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Monday, September 10, surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report 2PM Today in playa grande , waves are 2-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with choppy surface conditions. We’ve got a 8:50AM low tide with a following 3:05PM high tide. Today a bit difficult, very agitated water with a little current, we hope that tomorrow improves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, September 8, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-08 - Modified: 2018-09-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-september-8-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Saturday, Septermber 8 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1:30 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:02 am low tide with a following 1:21 pm high tide. Fun waves with good size, both for longboard and shortboard As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande, Friday, September 7, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-07 - Modified: 2018-09-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-september-7-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Friday, September 7 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 12:21 pm high tide with a following 6:35 pm low tide. Good condition for beginners. Around 9:00 am the direction of the wind change to onshore and As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Uncover 10 fascinating facts about Costa Rica and explore why it is one of the happiest nations in the world. - Published: 2018-09-06 - Modified: 2025-05-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/10-fascinating-facts-about-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog Everyone here knows it, but do you? Costa Rica is one of the most diverse, naturally beautiful, and interesting countries on the planet. Costa Ricans are widely known as some of the happiest people in the world, and every year millions of people travel to Costa Rica. Dive in and find out some of the reason’s we love Costa Rica! 1. Bad coffee is illegal! Costa Rica’s hilly, elevated central regions are perfect for growing coffee beans. So, it comes as no surprise that the government wants farmers to take pride in their work. It is illegal to grow anything but 100% Arabica coffee in the Costa Rican coffee industry. 2. Costa Rica has reversed deforestation The Costa Rican government is a global leader in the fight for environmental protection, channeling funds from fuel tax, car stamp duty, and energy fees to pay for nature reserve management and environmental services like clean air, fresh water, and biodiversity protection. Furthermore, Costa Rican landowners are paid to preserve forested areas and plant new trees. As a result, forest cover in Costa Rica has risen from 24% in 1985 to 46% in 2010. Today, forested areas cover over half of the land in Costa Rica. So, what does this mean exactly, Costa Rica has reversed its deforestation issue in a mere 25 years, increasing its forested areas by 100%. 3. Monkeys are one of the most common mammals in Costa Rica. In the United States, we have raccoons, stray cats, and possums. In Costa Rica, we have monkeys. The White-headed Capuchin, the Central American Squirrel Monkey, the Black-Handed Spider Monkey, and the Mantled Howler Monkey all call Costa Rica home. 4. Costa Rica has no military Earlier this year, Costa Rica celebrated 70 years without military forces. 7 decades ago, Costa Rica made the decision to do away with its standing army. Costa Rica's experiment without a military began in 1948 when Defense Minister Edgar Cardona proposed the idea to spend more on education and health. This tradition is continued today. 5. Costa Rica is home to 5% of the world’s biodiversity, even though the country only takes up 0. 3% of the earth’s surface area. Costa Rica is a relatively small country. To put it in perspective, Costa Rica is just smaller than Lake Michigan in terms of surface area. In fact, it only takes up 0. 3% of the world’s... --- > Avellanas - Thursday, September 6, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-06 - Modified: 2018-09-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-thursday-september-6-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Thursday, September 6, surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report 8AM Today in Avellanas, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with water glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 5:32PM low tide with a following 11:15AM high tide. Today with excellent and pleasant waves to spend with family and friends As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Explore A Guide to Costa Rica’s World Class Breaks and discover Witch’s Rock, the ultimate wave for an unforgettable surf experience. - Published: 2018-09-05 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-ollies-point-a-guide-to-costa-ricas-world-class-breaks/ - Categories: Blog Witch’s Rock Witch’s Rock, the wave from which we derive our namesake, popularized by The Endless Summer II most definitely lives up to the hype. If you’ve seen the movie, you know what this wave can do during a swell. Simply put, it’s a leg burning barrel. Witch’s Rock handles swell very well, it gets big, and it gets hollow. What’s not to love? Location Witch’s Rock is located off Playa Naranjo in North West Guanacaste. Playa Naranjo is part of Santa Rosa National Park, which means it’s not exactly right off the road. In fact, access by the road is strictly limited, unless you have a 4x4 that can handle some serious mud and you’re planning on camping out. Your best bet is to access the wave by boat. Of course, WRSC provides boat trips to this dreamlike wave! Set Up Witch’s Rock is a world class beach break that is formed by the estuary’s sand deposits, which create a flat, long, sandbar. This sandbar allows for long lefts, rights, and few closeouts. The rock itself, named Roca Bruja, meaning witch’s rock, provides a scenic backdrop for flawless waves. Unlike many world-class beach breaks, such as Ocean Beach, Hossegor, or Puerto Escondido, Witch’s Rock is a fairly easy, playful wave. Ollie’s Point Ollie's point is named after former US Colonel Oliver North, because of its proximity to an old top-secret CIA airstrip, where the US would supply Nicaragua contra fighters with weapons, allegedly. Also featured in The Endless Summer II, Ollie’s point offers long right-handers that will make your trip well worth it. Location Located even deeper into Santa Rosa National Park than Witch’s Rock, driving is not recommended. Fortunately for you, WRSC also runs boat trips to Ollie’s Point! Set Up On a solid south swell, Ollie’s point will light up. The wave itself is a right-hand point break with a combination of sand and cobblestone. The wave walls up quite nicely providing great sections for big turns and barrel sections at low tide. So, what are you waiting for? Book your ticket and you’ll be scoring on these world-class waves in no time! --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, September 5, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-05 - Modified: 2018-09-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-september-5-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Wednesday, September 5 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00 - 9:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:04 am high tide with a following 4:22 pm low tide. Good conditions before high tide but with a bit of wind around 10:00 am As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Marbella - Tuesday, September 4, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-04 - Modified: 2018-09-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-tuesday-september-4-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, September 4 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report 7AM Today in Marbella, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with water glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 3:13PM low tide with a following 8:56AM high tide. Today with excellent waves and clear water As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday, September 3, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-03 - Modified: 2018-09-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-september-3-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Monday, September 3 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1- 2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:56 am high tide with a following 2:11 pm low tide. A morning with good conditions, ideal for the first surf lessons. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, September 01, 2018 - Published: 2018-09-01 - Modified: 2018-09-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-september-01-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Saturday, August 01 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1:00 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 6:45 pm high tide with a following 12:25 am low tide. It seems that a storm is approaching, but we hope that by high tide the wind and the storm are gone. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande, Friday, August 31, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-31 - Modified: 2018-08-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-august-31-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Friday, August 31 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 6:05 pm high tide with a following 11:55 am low tide. Excellent conditions, expecting good waves for the afternoond. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > How Does Your Workout Stack Up? Test It Here! - Published: 2018-08-30 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-does-your-workout-stack-up-test-it-here/ - Categories: Blog By Nick Holt What does the “perfect” workout look like? Or better question, does “perfect” even exist? While Men’s Health, Shape or any other mainstream fitness magazine might try and convince us that the “perfect” workout does exist (just buy our magazine to find out), I’m sorry to report that the “perfect” workout just doesn’t exist. Chasing the “perfect” workout will most likely lead to frustration and disappointment. We talked all about how perfection might be getting in the way of your goals in this post here, Would You Rather Be Perfect or Good? So while the perfect workout might not exist, that doesn’t mean that all workouts are created equal. There are great workouts, there are pretty good workouts and of course, there are bad workouts – have you checked out Youtube recently? So, What’s The Solution? Here’s what I say – aim for pretty good workouts. And be consistent as hell with your pretty good workouts. That’s it. If you do pretty good workouts (like the one I provide below) a few days of the week, you’ll be fit. You’ll feel great and look dashing in the mirror. (Did I just manage to use dashing in a sentence? I love it when that happens. ) Obviously, the best workout for you depends on your individual goals, but let’s address a very common goal I get all the time with my coaching clients – they want to feel and look good. They want clothes to fit better. They want to get lean and feel strong. Well then, here’s a good workout template that you should follow to make sure your workouts are pretty good. It has the following components: 1) Some kind of upper body pushing and pulling movements. The most obvious pushing movement would be a push-up or a bench press. Pulling movements would be pull-ups or bodyweight rows. 2) Some kind of lower body hip hinge movement. Most obvious example would be any kind of deadlift movement. 3) Some kind of lower body squat movement. Pick your favorite squat variety. 4) Movement in different planes of motion. Most of us spend way too much time in the sagittal plane – front to back. There are 2 other planes of motion, the frontal plane – movement side to side, and the transverse plane – which is any rotational movement. 5) Some kind of mobility work. Stretching, foam... --- > Playa Grande, Thursday, August 30, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-30 - Modified: 2018-08-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-august-30-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Thursday, August 30 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 5:25 pm high tide with a following 11:25 am low tide. Excellent waves, slow and little closed, Little wind. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande, Wednesday, August 29, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-29 - Modified: 2018-08-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-august-29-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday, August 29 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 4:49 pm high tide with a following 10:45 am low tide. perfect conditions for surfing As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > What It’s Like to Tour One of Costa Rica’s Magnificent Volcanoes - Published: 2018-08-28 - Modified: 2018-08-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-its-like-to-tour-one-of-costa-ricas-magnificent-volcanoes/ - Categories: Blog It’s no secret that Costa Rica is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. But if you only think of tropical beaches when you picture Costa Rica, it might surprise you to learn that Costa Rica has over 200 identifiable volcanic features with approximately 100 showing some sign of volcanic activity, and five legitimately active volcanoes today. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to tour one of Costa Rica’s massive volcanoes, keep reading for some inspiration to buy your next plane ticket to CR! Volcán Irazú Volcán Irazú sits outside the capital city of San José, near the town of Cartago. Volcán Irazú is an active volcano but has not erupted since the 1960’s. In the sixties, however, Volcán Irazú showered the residents of Cartago and San José with ash, smoke, and small rock slides for four years. Today, the slopes of Irazú are full of potato, onion, cabbage, and dairy farms. The only volcanic activity on Irazú occurs inside the actual crater, where fumaroles release toxic steam. As you drive up the winding mountain road to Irazú, you might be alarmed by how high you’re climbing. Irazú sits at an impressive elevation of 11,260 feet. As you continue upward, sugar cane fields will give way to potato and cabbage farms in the hills. Then once the road gets steeper, lush dairy farms appear. You begin to notice the clouds hugging the hillside, refusing to leave the land. Once you reach the top of the mountain, where the crater lies, you’ll notice the landscape has changed drastically. This doesn’t look like the Costa Rica you know, more like a lunar landscape, something otherworldly, you would only see on the cover of Nat Geo. In fact, if you didn’t know any better, you would say this landscape more likely belongs in Iceland, not Costa Rica. At the top, you’ll walk around the perimeter trail, admiring the mountain vegetation and marveling at the difference in temperature and climate. You’re actually cold. Above the tree line, and above the clouds, you strut until you come to the wooden fence, you stop and look out and spot the crater. The color of the pool in the center reminds you of the warm Pacific Ocean, and you’re amazed that this beautiful landscape could exist in the same country with such beautiful beaches and flawless surf. --- > Playa Grande, Monday, August 27, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-27 - Modified: 2018-08-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-august-27-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Giovanny with your Monday, August 27 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3:00 pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 3:33 pm high tide with a following 9:45 pm low tide. Much shopped, with watching, advice: better surfing in the morning; As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande - Friday, August 24 , 2018 - Published: 2018-08-25 - Modified: 2018-08-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-august-24-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Friday, August 24 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report 12pM Today in Playa Grande , waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with water glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 7:15PM low tide with a following 1:25PM high tide. Today with small waves and great fun for surfing As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Tamarindo - Saturday, August 25, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-25 - Modified: 2018-08-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-august-25-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Saturday, August 25 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report 1pm Today in Playa tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with water shoopy surface conditions. We’ve got a 8:10PM low tide with a following 2:11PM high tide. Today a quiet day small waves and wind As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Explore Costa Rica v. Nicaragua | The Differences and discover which destination is perfect for your next adventure. - Published: 2018-08-24 - Modified: 2025-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-v-nicaragua-the-differences/ - Categories: Blog When it comes to world-class surf, sights, and scenery - Central America is the ultimate seaside escape. Comprised of seven countries, each with its own unique history and breathtaking beaches, it can be challenging to decide on a single destination. For adventure seekers and fun-loving families looking to surf the sickest swell, hike through volcanoes, horseback ride, kayak, scuba dive, zip line and make the most of their time in the tropics – it really comes down to choosing between Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Beaches Both, Costa Rica and Nicaragua, are stunningly gorgeous with no shortage of beautiful beaches. Driving down the coast, you'll find Nicaragua hosts some of the most stunning, untouched beaches in Central America. If you're looking for a little more of a social/family-friendly atmosphere while still offering access to pristine beaches, Costa Rica may be the better choice. Often less busy and off the beaten path, Nicaragua’s beaches are populated with a variety of non-bikini-clad creatures including opossums, iguanas, monkeys, and turtles. The roads leading to the beaches aren't as developed, but you'll find it's worth the ride upon discovering 910 km of undisturbed coastline. Costa Rica boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and there's one for every occasion! Nude beaches, surf beaches, tanning beaches, sports beaches, family beaches – however you play, there’s a beach for that! You will find more tourists on Costa Rican beaches, but it is still possible to find a secluded spot if you ask the locals. The Surf As for the surf, both Costa Rica and Nicaragua receive constant swell from the southern hemisphere year-round. Surf heights are generally the same when a south swell hits the beaches. Regarding wind conditions, Nicaragua receives the "Win" with its reputation of 300+ days of all-day offshore winds. Days when the wind turns onshore at noon in Costa Rica, parts of Nicaragua may remain offshore all day. However, sometimes during the dry season (Dec - April), the offshore winds in Nicaragua can blow up to 50 mph and be a little too strong while Northern Costa Rica will have perfectly tapered offshore breezes all day. As for the variety of surf spots, both Nicaragua and Costa Rica host some incredible beach breaks, reef breaks and point breaks. However, access plays a big role as many great waves in Nicaragua are only accessible by boat. One more surf secret... --- > Playa Grande - Thursday, August 23, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-23 - Modified: 2018-08-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-august-23-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Thursday, August 23 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report 10AM Today in Playa Grande , waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Light, Cross-shore providing us with semi- glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 6:38PM low tide with a following 12:53PM high tide. Today quiet with small waves and little wind As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Tamarindo - Wednesday, August 22, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-22 - Modified: 2018-08-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-august-22-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday, August 22 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8AM 10AM 12AM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi-choppy surface conditions. We’ve got a 6:22PM low tide with a following 12:00PM high tide. Today, with small waves, and a little bit of wind we hope they improve tomorrow As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Grande - Tuesday 21 August 2018 - Published: 2018-08-21 - Modified: 2018-08-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-21-august-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday 21 August surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8AM Today in Playa Grande , waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with water glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 5:24PM low tide with a following 11:00AM high tide. Today with fun waves excellent for surfing, very clean water As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURAVIDA --- > Tamarindo - Monday, August 20, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-20 - Modified: 2018-08-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-august-20-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Monday, August 20 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7AM 9AM 11AM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with water glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 4:18PM low tide with a following 9:58AM high tide. Today with small waves fun of clear water and excellent for surfing As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURAVIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, August 18, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-18 - Modified: 2018-08-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-august-18-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Saturday, August 18 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:00 am high tide with a following 2:14 pm low tide. Good conditions to start surfing As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Friday, August 17, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-17 - Modified: 2018-08-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-friday-august-17-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Friday, August 17 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:08 am high tide with a following 1:19 pm low tide. Good shape and size ideal for those who are just starting to surf As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Capture captivating water shots like a pro photographer. Discover the tips and equipment you need to take high-quality photos. - Published: 2018-08-16 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/best-water-shots-ocean-photography/ - Categories: Blog Have you ever been scrolling through Instagram and been left in awe by the countless surf and ocean shots that dominate you feed? Do you wish that you too could conquer ocean photography? Do you often find yourself in beautiful coastal locations like sweet Playa Tamarindo, and wish that you could capture the moment as you truly see it? Well, you're in luck because we're here to help! Check out these photography tips and learn to take high-quality water shots! 1. Invest in equipment Not everyone needs a $10,000 camera and a $1000 water housing. But, the right equipment goes a long way. The right camera for one photographer might not be the same for another. So, pick a piece of equipment to invest in that will truly elevate your photos, but also choose a camera that you will actually use. If you don’t live by the ocean, and only make it to the beach for a week each year, an expensive water housing probably isn’t for you. Instead, try a waterproof phone case or a GoPro, even a good point and shoot camera or a basic DSLR. Advance as much as you can with that equipment, and then move on to the next step. 2. Timing is everything Sunsets are great but shoot during the golden hour to get the most saturated and dramatic lighting possible. The golden hour is typically shortly after sunrise or before sunset. If you're shooting a subject on the beach during the middle of the day, overcast weather is your friend. 3. Know the tides Are you swimming out to take photos of a buddy surfing? Or are you floating around trying to capture an image of the perfect empty wave? Either way, know your tides. A tide that is too low might be too dangerous to swim in, while a tide that is too high might not give you a uniform line up of waves to shoot. Generally, it is best to swim out for photos on a rising tide. 4. Make sure you know the correct settings Are you shooting at dusk? Are you shooting flowing water like a waterfall? Are you shooting a surfer on a wave? Make sure you adjust accordingly for each of these scenarios. If you're shooting flowing water, you’ll want a longer exposure to create that soft silky appearance. If you’re shooting a surfer on a... --- > Playa Avellanas, Thursday, August 16, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-16 - Modified: 2018-08-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-august-16-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Thursday, August 16 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 2-5 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:18 am high tide with a following 12:27 pm low tide. Waves with good shape and size, but a lot of people surfing As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande, Tuesday, August 14, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-15 - Modified: 2018-08-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-august-14-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Catalina with your Tuesday, August 14 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3:30 pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-4 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:47 am low tide with a following 5:01 pm high tide. Waves of good size but messy and onshore As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, August 15, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-15 - Modified: 2018-08-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-august-15-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Wednesday, August 15 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00 - 9:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 5:29 am high tide with a following 11:37 am low tide. Morning with waves of good size and good shape As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > How to Make Costa Rica’s Famous Plantain Dishes - Published: 2018-08-14 - Modified: 2025-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-make-costa-ricas-famous-plantain-dishes/ - Categories: Blog If you’ve paid us a visit to Costa Rica, you have surely fallen head over heels in love with plantains. They are the absolute perfect side dish. They can be served sweet or salty, soft or chewy, even infused. They go wonderfully with breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even as an in-between meal snack. If you’ve ever wanted to try to whip up your own delicious batch of plantains, you’re in luck. Below, we have detailed the two main Costa Rica plantain recipes: savory fried plantains known as patacones and sweet fried plantains known as platanos maduros. PataconesPatacones are the salty, savory, often starchy form of fried plantains that are shaped like flat disks and served as a side on many Costa Rican Dishes. Ingredients• 2 green plantains. (It is recommended to use about 1 plantain per person for an appetizer and 1 plantain per 2 people for a side dish. Generally, 1 plantain will provide about 4-5 patacones per plantain. )• Oil for frying, (use an oil that won’t burn at high temperatures like peanut oil or avocado oil. )• Salt• Optional: crushed garlic, hot pepper powder, other seasoningsPrep Time: 10 MinutesCook Time: 15 minutesInstructions:1. Peel the plantain entirely. 2. Slice the plantain into ½ inch disks. 3. Heat oil in a saucepan until it’s almost boiling. 4. With extreme CAUTION place a handful of plantain disks into the hot oil. Let cook for about 2 minutes until they turn light brown. 5. With extreme CAUTION, using a slotted spoon, remove the plantains from the oil and place them on a cutting board. Cover with parchment paper. 6. Place the plantain pieces on one half of the parchment paper and fold the other half of the paper over them. Place a second cutting board, or another hard surface, on top of the covered plantains and press down. You can also use a tortilla press for this. 7. With a slotted spoon, place the now flat pieces of plantain back in the hot oil until they are a golden brown. 8. Remove the plantains and place them on a paper towel to cool off. They should be crisp at this point. 9. Sprinkle salt until satisfied. 10. Enjoy! Platanos MadurosPlatanos Maduros are the sweet, soft, fried plantains that are served as a side dish, but also often with a desert. Ingredients4 ripe dark-skinned plantains5 tablespoons vegetable oilPrep time: 15 minutesCook... --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday, August 13, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-13 - Modified: 2018-08-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-august-13-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Monday, August 13 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2:30 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:57 am low tide with a following 4:11 pm high tide. Waves with good size but closeouts As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday August 11, 2018. - Published: 2018-08-11 - Modified: 2018-08-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-august-11-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Saturday, August 11 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report:11:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 2:32 pm high tide with a following 8:41 pm low tide. Excellent conditions for surfing, little wind. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Surf forecasting explained reveals how to read waves and tides for the best surf conditions. Master your local break with ease. - Published: 2018-08-09 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-forecasting-explained/ - Categories: Blog At every break, there’s always that one surfer who knows exactly what the waves, tide, and wind are doing at any given time. He or she is so in tune with the ocean, they seem to have an internal surf forecasting mechanism that's never wrong. If your knowledge of your local break is at that level, color me impressed, but most of us require some pretty powerful forecasting tools to see if and when we should paddle out. Surf forecasting is the most advanced it has ever been. Swell is predicted nearly a month ahead of time and tracked accurately until they make landfall. It has never been easier to score waves, but that doesn’t mean interpreting a surf forecast is easy. For a lot of us, surf forecasting might as well be another language. No worries, though, WRSC is here to help with our handy guide to surf forecasting! Dive in and let us walk you through the important components of your daily forecast. Wave/Surf Height Wave height might seem pretty self-explanatory, and for the most part, it is. But if you look closely, you’ll notice that under the “4-5 ft” forecast, there is text that reads “Chest to head high. ” For most people, 4 feet and head high don’t mean the same thing, but for wave height, it just might. Waves are measured from the cresting portion of the wave, not the face. Wind and bottom contour have a significant impact on how tall a wave’s face actually seems. So a wave that measures 4 feet from the back could easily have a 6-foot face. Wind Direction & Speed An important factor in wave quality is wind. Wind direction and speed to be specific. 2-3 feet with offshore winds is a great day of fun surf, 2-3 with onshore winds is a choppy mess. Beyond direction, speed plays a part as well. High winds are typically never a good thing. Gentle winds, however, can mitigate the damage of a less than ideal wind direction. Meaning that surfing on an onshore day is significantly less miserable in gentle winds. Above, in the highlighted sections of the image, you’ll see wind speed and direction listed and shown with a blue arrow on the map. The best winds are generally light - moderate offshore which means blowing from the land to sea. This will groom the waves like a... --- > Playa Tamarindo, Thursday August 09 2018. - Published: 2018-08-09 - Modified: 2018-08-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-august-09-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Tuesday, August 09 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report:10:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:32 am high tide with a following 6:41 pm low tide. Excellent conditions for surfing. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday August 08 2018. - Published: 2018-08-08 - Modified: 2018-08-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-august-08-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Tuesday, August 07 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report:11:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:32 am high tide with a following 5:51 pm low tide. The waves are not very big, and the wind came at 10:30 am. Surfing with care is always important. Waiting for the best conditions for 2 pm, when the tide is going down. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande, Tuesday August 07 2018. - Published: 2018-08-07 - Modified: 2018-08-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-august-07-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Tuesday, August 07 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:07 pm high tide with a following 4:48 pm low tide. A small rain is entering, it is no longer surfing with care. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday August 06 2018. - Published: 2018-08-06 - Modified: 2018-08-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-august-06-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Monday, August 06 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 10:00 pm high tide with a following 3:48 pm low tide. With a little wind but perfect conditions for beginners to take waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Tamarindo - Saturday, August 4, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-04 - Modified: 2018-08-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-august-4-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Saturday, August 4 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10 AM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with water glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 1:50PM low tide with a following 7:39AM high tide. Today a quiet day with good waves and excellent to spend with family and friends As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURAVIDA --- > Playa Grande - Friday 3 August 2018 - Published: 2018-08-03 - Modified: 2018-08-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-3-august-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Friday 3 August surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7AM Today in Playa Grande , waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-choppy surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:33PM low tide with a following 6:57AM high tide. School trip day, Today with some big waves and current As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURAVIDA --- > Find out the secrets of how to buy great used boards on a budget and ride the waves without overspending. - Published: 2018-08-02 - Modified: 2025-05-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-buy-great-used-boards-on-a-budget/ - Categories: Blog If you’re a little strapped for cash but you’ve been bitten by the surfing bug, you’ve gotten yourself into quite the dilemma. A reliable new surfboard can cost anywhere from $500 to $1200 and, of course, you’re going to want a board for every single wave type you might encounter. Unfortunately, board collecting is not the most financially responsible thing to do, but there are a few ways you can have your cake and eat it too. Below, you will find a number of sure-fire ways to save money on your next board purchase. 1. Buy Used and Trade in While nothing quite beats a custom shaped board, sometimes it’s not a realistic option. Buying used boards is a great way to turn your one board budget into a three-board budget. Trading in old boards is another awesome way to significantly reduce the cost of used or new boards and expand your quiver on a budget. Additionally, buying used allows you to try a variety of board types and ultimately improve your surfing. 2. Surfboard Broker Surfboard Broker is a wholesale distributor based in Carlsbad, California. They service all coastal areas of the United States, including Hawaii, and even have an Australian branch. They're most known for their Instagram where they post a stellar selection of new and used high-performance boards. In the summer, they offer a huge variety of high volume shortboards and longboards for the small wave season. Prices range from $150 to full price. Customers can have the boards shipped anywhere in the states. 3. Secondhand Boards Secondhand Boards is a US-based online marketplace for surfboards. The website is user-friendly and easy to navigate. With the ability to search for local sellers, sellers willing to ship, board type, fin set up, and price Secondhand Boards is a surfer’s best tool to buy and sell their own boards. 4. Facebook Marketplace Facebook’s new marketplace feature allows you to buy and sell anything. Fortunately for us, that includes surfboards. While there isn’t the same regulation to guarantee quality, there are some absurdly low prices from sellers who just want to offload old boards as quickly as possible. The closer you are to a surf break, the more useful your local Facebook marketplace will be. Honorable Mention: Ride List Ride List is an app that just launched on the iTunes App Store. Their goal is to provide a marketplace... --- > Playa Grande "Casitas" - Thursday, August 2, 2018 - Published: 2018-08-02 - Modified: 2018-08-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-casitas-thursday-august-2-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report, Uncategorized Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with yourThursday, August 2 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7AM Today in Playa Grande , waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with water glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:21PM low tide with a following 6:32AM high tide. Today with excellent waves and super fun As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURAVIDA --- > Tamarindo - Wednesday, August 1 2018 - Published: 2018-08-01 - Modified: 2018-08-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-august-1-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buena Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday, August 1 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6AM 8AM 10AM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with water glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:42AM low tide with a following 5:53PM high tide. Today with small waves fun of clear water and excellent for surfing As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURAVIDA --- > Meet Oscar Rojas, head brewer at Volcano Brewing Company, in our series Behind The Desk With Oscar Rojas at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. - Published: 2018-07-31 - Modified: 2025-02-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/behind-the-desk-with-oscar-rojas/ - Categories: Employees When you come to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we want you to have life-changing experiences, make new friends, and enjoy every second in Tamarindo. We know our service plays a big role in your adventure which is why, in a series of posts, we’ll introduce some of the individuals who make up the best staff in the world. Today, we chat with Oscar Rojas, head brewer at Volcano Brewing Company whose desk is really a kettle filled with Costa Rica’s finest craft beer. Oscar started with the camp only a month ago but is already part of the WRSC family and winning over guests with his love of life and intoxicating charm. What brought you to Witch’s Rock? This is a new job for you! I'm from Costa Rica, near the coast, the biggest town in the south of the country. I was the head brewer of another craft brewery here in Costa Rica. I worked there for three years and then I moved to Volcano Brewing a month ago - the fifth of July. As of now, I'm the head brewer of VBC, working with Niki! Do you love it? Is it the best job in the world? It is because being a brewer is a dream for me. I used to surf about 6 years ago so I'm excited to be back at the beach in the water. I used to surf all the time, but I had to quit surfing because of my previous job ... I started to work as a bartender in an Irish pub brewing craft beer and then I met a guy who used to be the head brewer at another Costa Rican company. He asked me about going to another brewery to start working with them - like an assistant brewer - and then I became a head brewer three years after. Which do you love more, beer or the ocean? Well ... it's a balance. I like my job. I really like to brew and everything about the beer and I really love to be able to wake up and drink my coffee in front of the ocean and just grab my board and surf! Right now, I'm a beginner surfer and it's hard for me. Every day is like a new experience here. All the people in Tamarindo are awesome, good people and working with Volcano Brewing is a... --- > Avellanas - Tuesday July 31 2018 - Published: 2018-07-31 - Modified: 2018-07-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-july-31-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday July 31 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7AM Today in Playa Avellanas , waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with water glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:04AM low tide with a following 5:16PM high tide. Today a quiet day with few waves, hopefully tomorrow will improve As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURAVIDA --- > Tamarindo - Monday, July 30 2018 - Published: 2018-07-30 - Modified: 2018-07-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-july-30-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Monday, July 30 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6AM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with water glassy surface conditions. We've got a 10:27AM low tide with a following 4:38PM high tide. Today very quiet with small waves and clear water, excellent to learn to surf. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURAVIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, July 28 2018. - Published: 2018-07-28 - Modified: 2018-07-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-july-28-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday, July 25 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1:00 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 3:23 pm high tide with a following 9:38 pm low tide. Perfect day to surf. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > 12 Must Follow Surf Instagram Accounts - Published: 2018-07-26 - Modified: 2023-09-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/12-must-follow-surf-instagram-accounts/ - Categories: Blog Social media can be a hindrance to our daily lives. Spending hours on end glued to our phone screens is far from healthy. But, social media also has the ability to connect us to friends around the globe, transport us for brief moments to beautiful locations all over the world, and inspire us to maybe, just actually, get there and explore one day. So, if you’re looking for some surf inspiration for your next trip, or just need something to cheer you up in the office, these 12 Instagram accounts are sure to have you frothing! 1. Chris Burkard Chris Burkard, photographer and filmmaker, has taken surf media to new heights. His recent film, Under an Artic Sky documents his crew’s treacherous journey along the Icelandic coast in search of unsurfed, perfect waves. Burkard’s Instagram is chalk full of stellar surf imagery from his current projects, gorgeous landscape photographs from all over the world, and insights into his life and travels. 2. Kook of the Day Need a little comedic relief for your work day? Head over @kookoftheday to laugh at some good old fashion slapstick humor. There you will find waves gone bad, cliff jumping mishaps, and all the hilarious grom mistakes you can imagine. 3. WSL With stops on tour like Pipeline, Jeffery’s Bay, and Teahupoo you’re going to want to tune in to watch the world’s best surfers compete against each other. With the tour in full swing, now is the perfect time to check out the WSL Instagram for contest highlights, travel inspiration, and info on all your favorite pro surfers. 4. Maya Gabeira 24-year-old Maya Gabeira started surfing when she grew bored watching an ex-boyfriend from the beach. Now considered the best female big-wave surfer of her generation, Maya travels the world for Red Bull and often graces the pages of GQ Brazil. Maya barely survived surfing the enormous waves of Nazaré, before going on the slay one of the world's deadliest in Todos dos Santos, Mexico. 5. Surfer Magazine When it comes to surf journalism, Surfer Magazine sets the bar. From a visual standpoint, their photography is stunning, making their Instagram well worth a follow. But as far as their publication goes, the detailed pieces on travel locations, sponsored trips, and professional surfer profiles put them far ahead of their composition. If you’re a serious surfer give these guys a follow to stay... --- > Playa Avellanas, Wednesday, July 25, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-25 - Modified: 2018-07-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-wednesday-july-25-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Wednesday, July 25 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 3-5 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 1:17 pm high tide with a following 7:38 pm low tide. Waves of good size and good shape As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Tuesday, July 24 2018 - Published: 2018-07-24 - Modified: 2018-07-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-july-24-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Monday, July 23 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-5 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:28 pm high tide with a following 6:41 pm low tide. With big waves, the advice is that beginners surf in the white water, be careful with watching, perfect day to sunbathe and have fun with friends. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > 5 Things to Consider Before Dating a Surfer - Published: 2018-07-24 - Modified: 2018-07-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-things-to-consider-before-dating-a-surfer/ - Categories: Blog Dating a surfer definitely has its perks. For the most part, we’re in decent shape, tan, adventurous, and in touch with nature. But before you let yourself fall completely head over heels for a surfer, there are some things you should consider. 1. We’re late, a lot... The phrase, just one more wave, is often spoken, but never with the slightest trace of honesty. Does that make us pathological liars? Perhaps, but if it means just a bit more surfing we don’t care. So, if we’re in the water before a date, even if it’s hours before, expect some type of delay. It’s not that we don’t want to be there, it’s just hard to keep track of time when we’re doing what we love. 2. We’re messy If we didn’t explicitly let you know that we surfed, chances are you would be able to sniff out the fact that we spend an odd amount of time in the water and at the beach. The interior of our car is most likely decorated with a light dusting of sand. We will have awkward tan/burn lines all over our body from our wetsuits. And finally, you may notice the occasional saltwater stream spill out of our nose, if we surfed the morning before date night. 3. We care about the environment, and it might get on your nerves As surfers, we are constantly immersed in nature. We’ve seen first-hand what littering can do to the ocean, so we won’t stand for it. If you litter, even just once, we will politely, yet firmly remind you that we could very well be seeing that piece of trash in the lineup. And if we’re at the beach together, we may or may not remind you that your sunscreen should be reef safe. Eventually, you’ll grow to love our passion for protecting the environment. We’re just trying to keep our playground safe. 4. We think you’re important, but we won’t miss a good swell Birthdays, dinners, parties, friend’s wedding, even meeting your folks: all of these things are important. But if there’s a once in a lifetime swell hitting the coast at the same time, chances are we may not be there. Now this may be the hardest of all to accept, and it will absolutely cause some tension, but surfing is our first love and we will always go back to her.... --- > Playa Avellanas, Monday, July 23, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-23 - Modified: 2018-07-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-july-23-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Monday, July 23 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Avellamas, waves are 2-5 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 11:33 am high tide with a following 5:56 pm low tide. Morning with good size waves but messy and crowded. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday July 21, 2018. - Published: 2018-07-21 - Modified: 2018-07-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-july-21-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Saturday, July 21 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 10:03PM high tide with a following 3:52PM low tide. The wind has not entered, normal conditions, the best day of the week for beginners. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande, Friday July 20, 2018. - Published: 2018-07-20 - Modified: 2018-07-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-july-20-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Friday, July 20 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 9:03PM high tide with a following 2:49PM low tide. Excellent waves, somewhat closed but perfect for beginners, and congratulations to our group of beginners in their graduation today. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande, Thursday July 18, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-19 - Modified: 2018-07-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-july-18-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Thursday, July 18 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 8:03PM high tide with a following 1:49PM low tide. Although we have high tide there is little water, day for longboard and soft south. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Help Me Change My Vacation from Nicaragua to Costa Rica - Published: 2018-07-19 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/help-me-change-my-vacation-from-nicaragua-to-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog We recently received an email from a lady in Louisiana asking if it was too late to change her travel plans. We posted it up and asked both locals and tourists for their input. *While we’re always excited to meet new guests, our hearts go out to our brothers and sisters in Nicaragua, we wish them all love, peace, and prosperity. Good morning,I came across your information on Google while trying to find a way to change my vacation from Nicaragua to Costa Rica. For months, my husband, three children and I have been excited about our trip to Nicaragua in August. Now, however, with the violent protests and travel advisory, we do not feel comfortable heading there, especially with three children. The good news is, the tickets we purchased fly us into the Liberia airport, giving us hope to just stay in Costa Rica. I fear that it's far too late to make reservations now for August and that we're so unfamiliar with the country. Before contacting you, I spent some time researching the different areas, though it’s a lot of information to process with so little time to plan. We'd like to stay within a few hour drive of the airport while enjoying some of our previously scheduled activities. In Nicaragua, we wanted to spend time at the beach, see the volcanoes, zip line, horseback ride, and visit Ometepe and Granada. Would you happen to have any rooms available in the first two weeks of August that can accommodate a family of five? Our kids are 9, 6 and 3 years old and we’d like to stay for nine nights. Also, would you please give me some suggestions to explore regarding tours and similar activities to our plans in Nicaragua? I’d like to get some things booked so we can finally relax and start looking forward to our trip again. Thank you for all your help, and I hope to see you in August! Sincerely,Brooke D. While we took care of Brooke and her family, we turned the suggestions for fun things to do over to our guests and staff. Here are some of their ideas: 1. My family’s obvious choice is a Guanacaste beach every year. Come to CR once and you will quickly realize everyone is very nice and there are so many places you’ll enjoy visiting. 2. Great news! In Costa Rica there are... --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday July 18, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-18 - Modified: 2018-07-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-july-18-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday, July 18 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 7:00 pm high tide with a following 12:53 pm low tide. Although there is tide, there is little water, little tide, the wind between 11am, it is a day to have fun with friends, and soft surfing. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Carlos Muñoz: Costa Rica’s Premier Professional Surfer - Published: 2018-07-17 - Modified: 2018-07-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/carlos-munoz-costa-ricas-premier-professional-surfer/ - Categories: Blog The perfection of Costa Rica’s waves was bound to produce an elite professional surfer eventually. The manifestation of thousands of ripping Ticos across the country is none other than Carlos Muñoz. Carlos is a Red Bull sponsored athlete who competes on the QS and makes his fellow Costa Rican surfers proud. Muñoz grew up in San José for much of his childhood before moving to the coast. Like many of us, Muñoz began surfing on a beat-up hand me down board, but he soon graduated to boards covered with sponsor stickers. Muñoz first appeared on the professional surfing radar with a first-place finish at the Volcom Pro Junior Championship in 2010. Since then, Carlos Muñoz has scored perfect 10 rides at the Pipe Masters, competed all over the world, and even been featured on the cover of prominent surf magazines. Carlos is known for his massive arsenal of aerial maneuvers, his hard work ethic, and of course his Pura Vida spirit! Carlos has represented his country in eight ISA world championships, making his bold style known to the world. Red Bull has dubbed Muñoz The best surfer in Latin America, and rightfully so, just check Carlos rip in the clips below! CARLOS MUÑOZ: ENDEMIK Carlos Muñoz, Addicted To The Moment --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday, July 16, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-17 - Modified: 2018-07-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-july-16-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Monday, July 16 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00 am and 4:00 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 5:12 pm high tide with a following 11:32 am low tide. A cold morning with a small rain, an afternoon with better conditions. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny! --- > Playa Grande, Tuesday July 17, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-17 - Modified: 2018-07-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-july-17-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Tuesday, July 17 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2:00 pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 6:12 pm high tide with a following 11:58 am low tide. The tide is quite low, small waves, but little closed. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny! --- > Playa Grande - Friday, July 13, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-14 - Modified: 2018-07-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-july-13-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Friday, July 13 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1PM Today in Playa grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semyglassy conditions. We’ve got a 8:55PM low tide with a following 2:45PM high tide. School trip day with excellent waves and to enjoy to the fullest As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan ” PURA VIDA” --- > Tamarindo - Saturday, July 14, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-14 - Modified: 2018-07-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-july-14-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias ! This is Jonathan with your Saturday, july 14 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:30AM Today in Playa Tamarindo , waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 3:36PM high tide with a following 9:18AM low tide. Today is a sunny and quiet day with small waves excellent to learn to surf As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > 8 Ways Strength Training Will Improve Your Life And Your Surfing - Published: 2018-07-12 - Modified: 2018-08-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/8-ways-strength-training-will-improve-your-life-and-your-surfing/ - Categories: Blog We all know of the physical benefits of strength training, but what about the mental and psychological benefits. Let me tell you a story... It was a beautiful, sunny day. The wind was offshore and the swell was lining up to the south. Here I was, sitting on my surfboard in the lineup at a supposed-to-be secret spot out in the Pacific Ocean, thinking to myself “life is glorious” (like one does when they are sitting in 80-degree water in the middle of the ocean). Unexpectedly, the surf became much bigger and the sets that started to roll in were huge. Before I knew it, I was in surf that was 3-4 feet over my head. The surf was heavy and there was a lot of current in the water. But what happened next, I would have never been able to predict. I noticed I wasn’t anxious or nervous like I usually was when conditions changed and got bigger. My heart was not racing. I felt relaxed and calm. My mind was clear and focused. Instead of paddling to get out of the water or away from the waves, I found myself paddling deeper and deeper positioning myself closer to the peak. Before I knew it, I was in the perfect position to catch this gigantic (at least to me ;)) wave. And you know what, instead of ditching out or pulling back, I decided to fully commit and GO FOR IT. I paddled as hard as I could until I could feel the wave behind me, like a freight train, pushing me down the face of the wave. On that day I ended up catching my biggest wave to date. This was such a memorable experience because it marked the moment when I realized how strength training had transformed me not just physically, but also mentally and psychologically. It had taught me how to stay focused, calm, and determined. It had given me the confidence to know my mind and body was ready to take on anything. I credit my time lifting for what helped me build the mental fortitude, focus, and courage to act differently at that moment. I pushed past my own limits and accomplished something I hadn’t thought possible before. I believe this is the power of strength training. Strength training will definitely transform you physically, but the often unspoken benefit is how it changes... --- > Playa Grande - Thursday, July 12, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-12 - Modified: 2018-07-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-july-12-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Thursday, July 12 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10AM Today in Playa Grande , waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi choppy surface conditions. We’ve got a 1:50PM high tide with a following 8:07PM low tide. Today a bit windy and few waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, July 11, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-11 - Modified: 2018-07-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-july-11-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday, July 11 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9AM - 11AM - 1PM Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glass surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:35AM high tide with a following 6:30PM low tide. Today with clean and nice small waves to surf with friends and family As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Explore how surfing impacts your brain in amazing ways. Discover why this is your brain on surfing and its benefits. - Published: 2018-07-10 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/this-is-your-brain-on-surfing/ - Categories: Blog Every surfer knows it, even if they can’t put it into words, surfing is good for your mind and great for your soul. We paddle out often tired, frustrated, or rundown by the burdens of daily life but when we exit the water we are in a state of blissful glee. Many times, this happens without us having a particularly good session. So, what is it about surfing or the ocean rather, that leaves us so at peace? Thankfully, there are people out there like Dr. Wallace J. Nichols Ph. D. , who have dedicated their lives to studying the neuroscience behind our enchanting relationship with the sea. In his work Blue Mind, Nichols explains the complex relationship between the human brain and the ocean. It’s Instinctual Our complex relationship with the ocean can be traced back to the early periods of human evolution. Bodies of water were synonymous with safety because predators rarely came from the water. Early humans would live by the water to ensure their own protection. So, the calming effect we get when we see water is instinctual tracing back to our earliest ancestors. It’s Biological The human body is made up of approximately 65% water, while the human brain is comprised of nearly 75% water. This allows humans to be naturally buoyant in water. So much of our biology and ancestry is related to water that just the sound or sight of water has a significant neurological effect on the human brain. It’s Neurological Through brain imaging, it has been proven that proximity to water floods the brain with feel-good hormones such as serotine, dopamine, and oxytocin. Levels of the stress hormone cortisol actually deplete when we are near water. Additionally, it’s been discovered that our brain prefers the color blue to any other color, and that water in particular aids the mind in focusing. Mainstream science has officially caught up with what we surfers have known for ages, the ocean is key to improving mental health and happiness. Today, dozens of organizations exist that put this belief into practice. Float tanks used in therapy to treat anxiety and depression by allowing patients to calmly float in a saline solution have popped up all over the world. Operation Surf 4 Veterans takes wounded veterans and veterans with PTSD surfing to help heal their bodies and minds. So, do yourself a favor and paddle out... --- > Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, July 10, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-10 - Modified: 2018-07-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-july-10-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, July 10 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9AM Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:58AM high tide with a following 6:17PM low tide. today with a bit of wind but with good waves to surf As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo - Monday, July 9, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-09 - Modified: 2018-07-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-july-9-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Monday, July 9 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30AM - 10:30AM 12:30PM Today in Playa Tamarindo , waves are 1-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:00AM high tide with a following 5:19PM low tide. Today with great waves and lots of fun As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, July 7, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-07 - Modified: 2018-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-july-7-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Saturday, July 6 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:09 am high tide with a following 3:21 pm low tide. Small waves to start with your first surf lessons As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande, Friday, July 6, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-06 - Modified: 2018-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-july-6-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Friday, July 6 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:19 am high tide with a following 2:27 pm low tide. Morning of good waves but a little of backwash As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Find out the ideal time to visit Costa Rica for surfing. Our surf calendar guides you to the perfect season for great waves. - Published: 2018-07-05 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-surf-calendar/ - Categories: Blog For us, surfing is a year-round gig. No matter what season, Costa Rica provides mild weather and mind-blowing swells. We'd love for you to live here with us permanently, but since that probably isn't going to happen (yet,) we've put together a surf calendar to help you decide the best time to visit. Just remember, no matter when you travel, WRSC provides a safe, family-friendly atmosphere where you can learn to surf, explore the sights, relax and recharge. We can't wait to see you, so let's pick a date! January/February - Expect sunny skies and temperatures in the 90s. No chance of rain during this time of year. When it comes to waves, this is the time for small to medium-sized southerly swells, and medium to large-sized northerly swells. When a good swell comes, it is generally met with offshore breezes that will perfectly groom the oncoming surf. A few times a month, a solid swell from the North Pacific will send world class waves lighting up the beaches of Tamarindo. Time your trip right, and you could get a nice mix of south/north combo swell with perfect conditions. Waves are generally in the waist to head range with bigger surf at the exposures. March - Sunny skies and temperatures in the 90s with zero chance of rain. We are starting to receive some bigger southerly swells as well as some late season northerly swells. March is a great time to come because the weather and wind conditions are perfect. Lot's of world-class surf to be had this month. Waves are generally in the waist to head range with bigger surf at the exposures. April - Expect mostly sunny skies with passing clouds and temperatures in the 90s. Only a very small chance of rain during this time of year. Wave-wise, the southern hemisphere has really started its engine and you can expect very consistent surf in the chest to overhead range. No worries for beginners in Tamarindo though, we have an island right offshore that faces slightly north so those big south swells are much smaller for the beginners out front. Winds this time of year are generally offshore in the mornings, onshore for lunch, and a glass-off for sunset. All day offshore winds are still not out of the question though, in April. May - Costa Rica is transitioning from the dry season to the green season.... --- > Playa Avellanas, Thursday, July 5, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-05 - Modified: 2018-07-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-july-5-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Thursday, July 5 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:34 am high tide with a following 1:38 pm low tide. Fun morning with waves of good shape and size As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, July 4, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-04 - Modified: 2018-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-july-4-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Wednesday, July 4 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00 - 9:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:52 am high tide with a following 12:52 pm low tide. Sunny morning with good size but closeout waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Explore the evolution of the modern surfboard and discover how it transformed from ancient boards to today's thruster design. - Published: 2018-07-03 - Modified: 2025-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-evolution-of-the-modern-surfboard/ - Categories: Blog Today’s modern thruster (three fin shortboard) has become the typical image associated with surfing. And while progression is the goal of the beginner surfer, everyone wants to eventually wind up riding the coveted shortboard - capable of fast turns and big airs. But how exactly did the modern shortboard come to be? To answer that question, let's break down the evolution of the surfboard from the beginning. 1700’s In 1778, Captain James Cook landed in Hawaii and European explorers encountered surfing for the first time. Early Polynesians rode a variety of boards, often as long as 25 feet and weighing up to 150 pounds. These boards were shaped out from Koa or Wiliwili trees. In ancient Hawaii, surfing was associated with religion and was often performed immediately after religious ceremonies or prayers. Early 1900’s Fast forward two hundred or so years, and you’ll find George Freeth giving surfing demonstrations up and down the California coast on his signature redwood surfboard. While most redwood boards at the time were up to 16 feet in length, the talented George Freeth rode a cut-down version that stood just over 8 feet tall. 1920’s Tom Blake decides he’s had enough with his heavy redwood board, and drills holes in it to make it lighter and faster. This board is dubbed the “Cigar Board,” and would eventually become the first mass-produced surfboard. 1930’s Shapers trade out heavy redwood for lightweight balsa, decreasing the weight of a surfboard from 100 pounds to 30 pounds. The tail of boards becomes tapered, a more hydrodynamic design that allows surfers to cut and ride in the barrel. Tom Blake in Hawaii and Bob Simmons in California experiment with fixed fins to make turning a breeze 1940's As World War II rages on, Bob Simmons continues to experiment, now with the rails and shape of the board, adding curves, foils, and distinct edges to the board. All of this, with knowledge Simmons picked up from a Naval Engineering book he happened upon during his time at Caltech. Simmons would later experiment with fiberglass resin. 1950’s Fiberglass resin, invented in the 30’s became widely available after World War II. Balsa boards were now being coated in fiberglass, shapes would start to resemble what we know as the classic longboard. At this time, surf shops began to open, and surfboards became a commercial product. One of the earliest surf shops in... --- > Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, July 3, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-03 - Modified: 2018-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-july-3-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Tuesday, July 3 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:12 am high tide with a following 12:10 pm low tide. Morning of small waves but with good shape As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday, July 2, 2018 - Published: 2018-07-02 - Modified: 2018-07-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-july-2-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Monday, July 2 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00 - 9:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 5:33 am high tide with a following 11:29 am low tide. Small waves ideal to start surfing ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, June 30, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-30 - Modified: 2018-06-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-june-30-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with yourSaturday, June 30 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 4:23PM high tide with a following 10:34PM low tide. Excellent waves for beginners. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande – Friday, June 29, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-29 - Modified: 2025-03-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-29-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Friday, June 29 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf CampTime of report: 2:00 pmToday in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 3:44PM high tide with a following 9:50PM low tide. Excellent waves, but with a little electric rain, the advice is better to wait for the rain to pass and surf with caution. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Get ready to surf with The Perfect Surf Warm-up. Discover five essential moves to prevent injuries and enhance performance. - Published: 2018-06-28 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-perfect-surf-warm-up/ - Categories: Blog It’s easy to forget because you’re having so much fun, but surfing is serious exercise. Most surfing injuries don’t come from shallow reefs and gnarly wipeouts but from overuse. Nothing is more frustrating than not being able to surf because of a bad shoulder or sore back. So, we decided to do something about it. Below you will find five warm-up moves you can perform on the beach, just before you paddle out, that will get your body ready to surf! 1. Arm Swings / Circles It’s important to warm up with the specific intent of activating the muscles you use while surfing to avoid injury. The first step of surfing is paddling, so that’s the first step of our warm up as well. Arm swings/circles are a great way to get your shoulders warm and ready to paddle. To perform, hold your arms out to your sides, parallel to the ground. Rotate your arms in small circles, slowly increasing in size. Perform for about thirty seconds, regularly changing the direction and size of your circles. 2. Lunge and Twist When you paddle, your hips and lower back often take a beating from the strain. It’s important that surfers maintain a good range of motion in their hips to ensure an efficient pop-up. The lunge twist is a great warm-up move to open up your hips and loosen your lower back before paddling out. To perform, step forward with your right foot, dropping your left knee down to the ground into the lunge position. Engage your glute until you feel a slight stretch in your hip flexor. Hold this position for 20 seconds. Then, gently rotate your spine to the side with your knee raised. Alternate sides for 3 rounds. 3. Lying Twist Another great warm-up exercise to get your lower back loose and ready to go is the lying twist. This exercise requires minimal effort. You can even knock it out before you’ve had your coffee! To perform, lay on your back and bring your knees towards your chest. With your knees bent at a right angle above you and your arms extended to the sides for balance, rotate your legs gently to both sides. 4. The Hindu Push-up The Hindu Push-up is the perfect pop-up warm up. When performed correctly, it will engage your shoulders and elongate your core. To perform, stand with your feet slightly wider... --- > Playa Grande – Thursday, June 28, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-28 - Modified: 2025-03-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-june-28-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Thursday, June 28 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf CampTime of report: 2:00 pmToday in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 3:00PM high tide with a following 9:20PM low tide. Excellent waves, without any wind. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Robert August Surfboard Giveaway Winner - Published: 2018-06-27 - Modified: 2018-06-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-surfboard-giveaway-winner/ - Categories: Blog We ran a contest, throughout the month of May, entering everyone who made a new reservation into a drawing for a FREE Robert August surfboard! And the winner is... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . Sean Eckerty Congrats Sean! We'll be in touch so you can pick your sweet new stick! Robert August Robert August, star of the most influential surf movie of all time: The Endless Summer. When the film debuted in 1964 it launched the modern surf and travel era and lured millions of people to ride waves around the world. Robert helped put Costa Rica on the global surf map back in the early 90’s when he and Bruce Brown filmed Witch’s Rock, Ollie’s Point, and Tamarindo for their sequel movie, The Endless Summer II. At that time, Robert built a house in Tamarindo and has been a regular surfer in Costa Rica for twenty years. In 2011, he moved here full time with his young daughter, and became a key member of the Witch’s Rock Family, teaching seminars on the History of Surfing, and holding surfboard shaping seminars here on the beach in our little shaping and glassing facility. Now relocated to his original home in Southern California, Robert frequently returns to Tamarindo to visit his second family here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Whether he is hanging out on the beach teaching his daughter to surf, in the camp chatting with guests, or custom shaping a surfboard for one of our guests, he’s a great ambassador to surfing in Guanacaste and Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Robert is a legendary surfboard shaper (over 40,000 surfboards shaped by hand over five decades) with one of the longest-running surfboard factories in Huntington Beach California and now in Tamarindo. Robert focuses on one-of-a-kind custom boards for surf enthusiasts everywhere, although he only shapes about 100 boards a year, averaging 2 surfboards a week. If you’ve ever wanted one, don’t hesitate to ask! Robert has his own shaping studio at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp that he uses during his visits. Let us know what you want, and we can help you get that custom board of your Endless Summer Dreams. --- > Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, June 27, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-27 - Modified: 2025-03-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-june-27-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday, June 27 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf CampTime of report: 1:00 pmToday in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were cross/offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 2:20PM high tide with a following 8:40PM low tide. Excellent waves, especially for beginners. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Discover the 5 weird surfer habits explained and learn why surfers do what they do. It is an enlightening journey into surf culture. - Published: 2018-06-26 - Modified: 2025-05-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-weird-surfer-habits-explained/ - Categories: Blog We’re a weird bunch. Surfers have strange, kooky habits that often don’t make sense from afar. Luckily for you, we're here to break down the five weirdest surfer habits. So sit back, relax and uncover why your surfer friends do the strange things they do. 1. Waxing the tops of our feet If you’ve surfed any breaks with particularly rocky or pebbled entrances, you may have noticed something a bit odd about the regular surfers there. Surfers who have to do a bit of stone walking to get out into the lineup tend to wax the top of their feet in addition to the top of their boards. At first glance, this is incredibly odd, but there is some sound reasoning behind it. Walking on rocky underwater terrain is often difficult and requires a bit of balance, skill, and luck to stay upright. Algae make underwater rocky terrain exceptionally slick and hard to walk on, so why don’t surfers wax the bottoms of their feet not the tops? Surfers are waxing the tops of their feet, so they can store some extra traction for when they finally make it out to the lineup. Once out in the lineup, the surfers will rub the bottom of one foot onto the top of the other, transferring the wax and getting rid of any unwanted slickness and adding some extra traction for that first pop up. 2. Falling into surf speak Whether you are a professional surfer or an accountant who happens to surf, if you’re talking surf with someone who is in the know, you will undoubtedly drop all formalities and fall into surf-speak. Now, what exactly does that mean? It means your exchange with your new surfing buddy will be full of words like, “stoke,” “gnarly,” “pitted,” and so much more. The only explanation for this is that basic English, or Spanish for that matter, cannot accurately describe the intricacies of wave riding. 3. Throwing Shakas Shakas are the universal language of surf culture. You see someone you know out in the lineup, throw them a shaka. You see a stranger score a nice barrel from the channel, throw them a shaka. You’re taking a picture with buds, throw a shaka. Shakas originated in Hawaii but have since become ingrained in surf culture as a passing hello and sign of mutual respect. 4. Being particular about sunscreen Sunscreen matters. There’s... --- > Playa Avellanas – Tuesday, June 26, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-26 - Modified: 2025-03-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-june-26-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Tuesday, June 26 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf CampTime of report: 2:00 pmToday in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 1:40PM high tide with a following 8:00PM low tide. Excellent waves, the wind went after the rain. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Tamarindo – Monday, June 25, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-25 - Modified: 2018-06-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-june-25-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Monday, June 25 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were cross-shore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:54 am high tide with a following 7:15 pm low tide. Good wave, although the wind after half a day got. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, June 23, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-23 - Modified: 2018-06-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-june-23-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Saturday, June 23 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10AM Today in Playa Tamarindo , waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semiglassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:06AM high tide with a following 5:27PM low tide. Today with great waves and lots of fun As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Costa Rica is in the World Cup, aiming for glory once again. Learn about their journey and current standings in Russia. - Published: 2018-06-22 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-world-cup-los-ticos/ - Categories: Blog The Team Led by Coach, Óscar Ramírez, the Costa Rican National team is currently participating in their fifth World Cup in Russia. In the previous World Cup (2014) in Brazil, Costa Rica had their best result to date, making it to the Quarterfinals against the Netherlands, which ended in a 0-0 draw. Fans are hoping for another stellar performance from Los Ticos, and with this year’s team, led by stars midfielder Bryan Ruiz, Goalkeeper Keylor Navas, and forward Joel Campbell fans might just get what they are hoping for. Currently, Costa Rica has one loss (vs Serbia), which has put them in poor standing in their pool, but a win against the highly competitive Brazil team could change everything. The Journey Having missed qualification for the 2010 World Cup, Costa Rica was on a mission to prove themselves in 2014. With monumental wins against former world champions Italy and Uruguay, along with a 0-0 draw against England, Costa Rica proved to be the team to watch in 2014. In only their second game of the Hexagonal stage, Costa Rica delivered a crushing defeat to the USA, and in doing so, let the rest of the world know they were serious contenders. Costa Rica has a chance to finish second in its pool. It’s rival for the spot will most likely be Switzerland. The Schedule Sunday, June 17: Serbia 1, Costa Rica. Friday, June 22: vs. Brazil at 8 a. m. ET. Wednesday, June 27: vs. Switzerland at 2 p. m. ET. Come on down to Eat at Joe’s to watch Costa Rica take on the world with your friends at WRSC! --- > Playa Grande - Friday, June 22, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-22 - Modified: 2018-06-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-22-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Friday, June 22 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10AM Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 10:06AM high tide with a following 4:24PM low tide. Today's school trip with excellent waves, clean water and lots of fun As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Why You Shouldn’t Limit Yourself to One Board Type - Published: 2018-06-21 - Modified: 2018-06-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/why-you-shouldnt-limit-yourself-to-one-board-type/ - Categories: Blog A lot of surfers seem to define themselves by what they ride. They’ve either fully invested themselves in high-performance shortboards, or they have labeled themselves as “a longboarder. ” Very rarely, do these surfers stray from their comfort zones, so why should you? The Simple answer: It will make you a better surfer. In addition, having a diverse quiver will allow you to surf more days a year, it will increase your understanding of wave mechanics, and of course, it’s a ton of fun. If you are only surfing thrusters, chances are you’re not surfing as many days a year as the guy who has a longboard, a fish, or small-wave groveler in his arsenal. To some surfers, small waves are the bane of their existence, but to the versatile surfer, small waves are a playground for longboards and grovelers. If you truly want to surf as much as possible, you need to be flexible. Additionally, having a firm grasp on a variety of different board types will ultimately improve your understanding of wave riding. Each board type requires the surfer to use the wave a bit differently. Your traditional high-performance shortboard is made to generate speed along the face of the wave, with the purpose of setting up large turns/cutbacks. While a longboard is meant to ride on the open face of the wave, in the sweet spot right in front of the breaking water. A retro fish is made to generate speed and take a high line on the wave’s face for a long and loose ride. Possessing the skills required to ride all board types will give you a more intimate relationship with surfing and increase your skill in all aspects of surfing. Above all else, surfing is supposed to be fun. You’ve heard that corny saying, the best surfer in the water is the one having the most fun, well, there is an obvious validity to that statement. What is the point if we’re not having fun? Chances are if you’re riding a thruster on a 2-foot wave, you won’t be having as much fun as the guy whose styling on a 9’0” single fin. And if you’ve never taken a high line on a fish, you haven’t lived. So, get out there and have fun, no matter what you’re riding! --- > Playa avellanas - Thursday, June 21, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-21 - Modified: 2018-06-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-june-21-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report, Uncategorized Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Thursday, June 21 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9AM Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 9:05AM high tide with a following 3:18PM low tide. Today with few waves and perfect conditions and totally glassy As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, June 20, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-20 - Modified: 2018-06-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-june-20-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday, June 20 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6AM - 8AM - 10AM Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 8:04AM high tide with a following 2:13PM low tide. Excellent day to learn to surf in perfect conditions and clean water As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Experience Tamarindo throughout the year. Learn why every season has a reason to visit Tamarindo and enjoy all it offers. - Published: 2018-06-19 - Modified: 2025-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/every-season-has-a-reason-to-visit-tamarindo-part-2-wet-season/ - Categories: Blog Costa Rica has two main seasons. The dry season, which runs from November to May, and the wet season from May to November. During July and August, the country experiences a special, mini-season known as El Veranillo de San Juan. During the rainy season, overall tourism begins to wane while the biggest swells of the year start hitting the reefs and beaches around Tamarindo. Early Season Delivers Waves for All May and June serve up some of the best waves of the year. The South Pacific is cranking out swells from the southwest—right in line with the direction our coast faces—to consistently produce waves in the head high and overhead range. For intermediate and advanced surfers, fast, technical breaks abound up and down the Guanacaste coastline. Beginners, though, remain comfortable at the beach break at Tamarindo. Facing slightly north and protected by the island, Isla Capitan, the beach in front of the surf camp does not receive the full force of the South Pacific swells. Generally, Tamarindo is about half the size of neighboring beaches Plan to paddle out in the morning when you can expect blue skies. If rain occurs, it’s likely to occur in the afternoon. Not to worry, though. After a morning of charging waves, you may enjoy lounging under a veranda, sipping coffee, and listening to the quiet hum of the raindrops. Mid-Season Transforms the Land In July, the Guanacaste region has transitioned to its “green” season where the landscape—normally one of the driest parts of the country—comes alive with color. Flora comes alive as a result of the early season rain. Afternoon showers generally pause for a two-month break, replaced with blue skies and off-shore winds all day. Waves are still firing, but visitors who plan to hike or take canopy tours during this time may also enjoy the waterfalls, rolling creeks, and lush views of the forests that only occur during this time. By September, the afternoon rains return to Tamarindo and the blue skies come and go with less consistency. Winds are generally light offshore in the morning before turning onshore by lunch. However, an afternoon shower can suddenly clock the winds back offshore, rewarding lucky surfers with a surprise session and an empty lineup. Late Season Adds Turtles to the Mix Arriving in October, November or December? There’s a chance you may end up competing for space with the world’s largest... --- > Playa avellanas - Tuesday, June 19, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-19 - Modified: 2018-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-june-19-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, June 19 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7AM Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi choppy surface conditions. We’ve got a 7:06AM high tide with a following 1:12PM low tide. Today a nice day with enough waves and to practice on longboard As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Tamarindo - Monday, June 18, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-18 - Modified: 2018-06-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-june-18-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Monday, June 18 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6AM-8AM Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glass surface conditions. We’ve got a 6:10AM high tide with a following 12:14PM low tide. An excellent day to learn to surf to have a good start to the week As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Grande – Friday, June 15, 2018. - Published: 2018-06-16 - Modified: 2025-03-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-15-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Friday, June 15 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf CampTime of report: 1:30 amToday in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 3:35PM high tide with a following 10:49PM low tide. A bit of rain in the afternoon but without any wind, surfing carefully is not over, see you in the waterAs always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Tamarindo - Saturday June 16, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-16 - Modified: 2018-06-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-june-16-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Saturday June 16 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2PM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy conditions. We’ve got a 10:56PM low tide with a following 4:47PM high tide. Today with good waves and have fun with friends and family As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan ” PURA VIDA” --- > Find out the answers to the common surf camp guest question about rib bruising and how to minimize discomfort while surfing. - Published: 2018-06-14 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-camp-avoid-rib-bruising-paddling/ - Categories: Blog This is, by far, one of the most common questions I get from surf camp guests, it goes something like this... “I have this brutal rash/bruising on my ribs, what can I do to make it go away? More importantly, how can I make sure this doesn’t happen again? ” If you’ve ever experienced rib bruising, you know how painful it can be. It’s terrible. For me, when I’m on a surf trip or surfing multiple days in a row, I start getting a little bruising after about three days. While avoiding it all together might be next to impossible -- I know, not exactly the answer you’re looking for -- there are some things you can do to minimize the damage. Two Ways To Minimize Rib Bruising Note: Using a rash guard or light wetsuit top might help take a little pressure off the ribs in the short-term, so I would definitely start there. The better, long-term solution is two-fold: 1) Eliminate “rib flaring” Flared ribs is a condition that results from poor posture and/or excessive chest breathing. The ribs protrude out, instead of sitting under the shoulders, putting extra pressure on those ribs while paddling on the board. Try to do some “rib down” breathing drills to get the ribs in a better position. 2) Increase range of motion in your shoulders While paddling, if you have poor range of motion in your shoulders your body will compensate by overarching your low back and flaring your ribs, while lifting your arms overhead. Of course, there should be a little arch in your low back while paddling, but having good shoulder range of motion will limit the amount of rib flare. Again: Less rib flare = less rib bruising. Check out this 2-minute video which further explains while giving you two simple drills to try. Ideally, spend 5-10 minutes on this every day. I hope this helps. Keep me posted on how it goes and feel free to drop me a note with any questions. --- > Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, June 13, 2018. - Published: 2018-06-13 - Modified: 2025-03-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-june-13-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday, June 13 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf CampTime of report: 11:30 amToday in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 2:35PM high tide with a following 8:49PM low tide. The waves are a bit strong, surfing carefully is not too much. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, June 12, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-12 - Modified: 2018-06-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-june-12-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, June 12 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11AM Today in Avellanas, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi-choppy conditions. We’ve got a 1:22PM low tide with a following 7:39PM high tide. Today with difficult waves we hope that tomorrow we will improve As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan ” PURA VIDA” --- > Playa Tamarindo – Monday, June 11, 2018. - Published: 2018-06-11 - Modified: 2025-03-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-june-11-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Mondayay, June 11 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf CampTime of report: 10:30 amToday in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:35PM high tide with a following 6:49PM low tide. To know that there is no wind, we have good tide and you need to hike, surfing with care is not too much. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, June 09, 2018. - Published: 2018-06-09 - Modified: 2018-06-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-june-09-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Saturday, June 09 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:25PM high tide with a following 5:09PM low tide. Conditions remain stable for surfing. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande – Friday, June 08, 2018. - Published: 2018-06-08 - Modified: 2025-03-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-08-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Friday, June 08 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf CampTime of report: 7:30 amToday in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 10:25PM high tide with a following 4:09PM low tide. Conditions for surfing ideals, you can not see the rain or the wind, luck in its waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Is it safe to travel to Costa Rica? Discover the tips for a safe and enjoyable family vacation in this beautiful destination. - Published: 2018-06-07 - Modified: 2025-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/yes-its-safe-to-travel-to-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog When planning a vacation, especially with the family, it’s natural to be concerned about safety. Is the hotel in a good area? Is there a lifeguard at the pool? When planning a vacation abroad, these feelings can become even more unsettling. Is there political unrest in the area? Are tourists targeted for crime? Of course, no country can guarantee complete safety at all times, not even the country one calls home. But with a little research, and a lot of common sense, it is possible to set off on an international adventure with the people you love – and the peace of mind that you’ll all return just has happy and healthy as you left. If you and your crew are looking to enjoy beautiful beaches, perfect surf, lush rainforests, towering mountain ranges, gushing waterfalls, rich biodiversity, inspiring conservation efforts, proud history, lovely locals and colorful culture, Costa Rica is calling! Read on for the reasons you should answer... Costa Rica is a small, Central American country considered one of the happiest places on earth. Politically stable, peaceful and democratic - with a well-developed tourist industry of about 2 million annual visitors - Costa Rica is nicknamed the “Switzerland of Central America. ” Far from terror attacks and turbulent world politics, Costa Rica boasts world-class doctors and hospitals, easy access to healthcare, and yes, the tap water is safe to drink. DOCUMENTATION Costa Rica is very visitor-friendly. Traveling from the United States simply requires a passport, valid for 30 days after your arrival, and a pre-paid ticket home. PERSONAL SAFETY This really boils down to common sense, and should be practiced no matter where you are: • Exit the airport quickly, with luggage in tow. • Don’t carry large amounts of cash or wear valuable jewelry. • Use your hotel room safe. • Don’t use the ATM at night. • Don’t walk the beach, alone, at night. • Carry a copy of your passport rather than the original. • Only use licensed taxis: red or orange with numbered yellow triangles painted on the side. • Use caution driving at night or hire a professional. • Use only properly licensed tour companies. • Email yourself a scanned copy of all important receipts, confirmations, and travel documents. • Avoid logging into private accounts or viewing confidential information when you are tapped into an unsecured wi-fi signal. • Do not leave possessions... --- > Playa Tamarindo – Thursday, June 07, 2018. - Published: 2018-06-07 - Modified: 2018-06-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-june-07-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Thursday, June 07 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 9:25PM high tide with a following 3:09PM low tide. Ideal to learn to surf. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, June 06, 2018. - Published: 2018-06-06 - Modified: 2018-06-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-june-06-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday, June 06 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 8:37PM high tide with a following 2:14PM low tide. With a little rain, but ideal to learn to surf. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Behind the Desk with Johan Rojas Acuna - Published: 2018-06-05 - Modified: 2021-07-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/behind-the-desk-with-johan-rojas-acuna/ - Categories: Employees When you come to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we want you to have life-changing experiences, make new friends, and make the most of your time in Tamarindo. We know our service plays a big role in that. In a series of posts, we’ll introduce some of the individuals who make up the best staff in the world. Today, we chat with Johan Rojas Acuna, a surf instructor who has the best desk in the world—the ocean. Johan started with the camp about 15 years ago and is currently the surf captain for the surf programs. How did you get involved with WRSC? It started with meeting Joe in the water, surfing the river mouth. I left home at 15 and had worked as a boat captain in Drake Bay, on the Osa Peninsula, for about 6 years. Down there surfing is not too strong. Tourists come more to fish and visit national parks. When I was 21 I had saved some cash and was thinking about going somewhere else where people talk more about surfing, and I could focus more on surfing. While surfing in Santa Teresa, some people started telling me, “You should go to Tamarindo because Tamarindo has a lot of surfing spots. It’s close to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point. ” I moved and got a job on a sailboat. I was 22 years old. One day I was surfing and hanging out with this blonde guy with long hair, Joe. He told me he had a business, but we didn’t talk much about it. Then one day I was trying to get a ride back to Tamarindo from the airport in Liberia. It was around 9 a. m. and I needed to be back for a 1 p. m. tour on the sailboat. I saw Joe at the airport and I asked him if he was going back. He was headed to Coco Beach, but he invited me to a party at his house later that evening with his family. It was only the second time I had met him, but we hung out that night and had a good time. He asked me to come to his office the next day and he offered me a job fixing boards and teaching people to surf. Did you know how to fix surfboards or teach people? No. I was a captain, so I knew a lot... --- > Playa Tamarindo – Tuesday, June 05, 2018. - Published: 2018-06-05 - Modified: 2018-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-june-05-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Tuesday, June 05 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 7:37PM high tide with a following 1:23PM low tide. The wind is coming in at 10 am, but the conditions for surfing are still ideal. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande – Monday, June 04, 2018. - Published: 2018-06-04 - Modified: 2018-06-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-june-04-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Monday, June 04 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 6:50PM high tide with a following 12:36PM low tide. Small waves ideal for your first surfing lessons As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Tamarindo - Saturday, June 2, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-02 - Modified: 2018-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-june-2-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Saturday, June 2 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8AM Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with glass conditions. We’ve got a 11:11AM low tide with a following 5:24PM high tide. A little small but very fun to learn to surf As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan ” PURA VIDA” --- > Playa Grande - Friday, June 1, 2018 - Published: 2018-06-01 - Modified: 2018-06-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-1-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Friday, June 1 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7AM Today in Playa grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glass conditions. We’ve got a 10:31AM low tide with a following 4:45PM high tide. School trip day with excellent waves and to enjoy As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan ” PURA VIDA” --- > The Components of Style in Surfing (And How to Develop Your Own) - Published: 2018-05-31 - Modified: 2018-05-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-components-of-style-in-surfing-and-how-to-develop-your-own/ - Categories: Blog What is style in the surf world? I’m not talking about the latest boardshorts here, I’m talking about style on a wave. Style to a surfer is akin to the style of a painter. It defines your craft, separates you from the pack, and ultimately, it’s your signature on the wave you’re riding. But what exactly is style composed of? And how do we average surfers develop our own style? Knowledge The first component of style is knowledge. Knowledge of the wave, what it’s going to do, what it can do, and what it has done. A great surfer will be so intimately in touch with the ocean that they can formulate each maneuver far in advance. To the naked eye, this may just look like sheer skill and athletic ability, but the surfer that looks most comfortable on a wave is backing up each maneuver with a wealth of knowledge about the ocean, surfing, and wave type. Dedication Surfers aren’t born stylish. Even the greats were once beginners. But what do those with style do that the rest of us might not? They practice. They are in the water constantly, developing their craft and getting better. Sometimes they have to put surfing ahead of other aspects of life but love it or hate it, they get in the hours in the water. Attitude When I think of surfers with style, I think of Rob Machado. Beyond the years on tour, the obvious talent, and the countless waves ridden, there’s something about Machado that puts him ahead of every other surfer when it comes to style. It’s his attitude. Laid-back, carefree, yet confident. He may be the best surfer in the water every time he paddles out, but that won’t stop him from riding wacky boards or going finless. Rob just want to have a good time and go surfing, and there’s something you have to respect about that. Body Language Have you ever seen someone catch a wave and, even if they rode it well, look as if they were holding on for dear life the entire time? Chances are you have. Body language is important on a wave. Having the pose to stand tall in a barrel, or the grace to cross step down a longboard are essential components of style. The best part about surf style? Developing your own with each wave you surf. So, come... --- > Playa Marbella -Thursday, May 31, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-31 - Modified: 2023-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-thursday-may-31-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Thursday, May 31 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12PM Today in Marbella, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi-choppy conditions. We’ve got a 9:51AM low tide with a following 4:06PM high tide. An afternoon with good waves, and a little rain As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan ” PURA VIDA” --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, May 30,2018 - Published: 2018-05-30 - Modified: 2018-05-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-may-302018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday, May 30 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12PM-2PM-4PM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi-choppy conditions. We’ve got a 9:12AM low tide with a following 3:27PM high tide. Today with chopped water let's hope that the waves improve As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan ” PURA VIDA” --- > Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, May 29, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-29 - Modified: 2018-05-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-may-29-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, May 29 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11AM Today in Avellanas, waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with glassy conditions. We’ve got a 8:31AM low tide with a following 2:46PM high tide. Small but nice waves to surf with friends and family As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan ” PURA VIDA” --- > Behind the Desk with Shawna Mullen - Published: 2018-05-29 - Modified: 2021-07-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/behind-the-desk-with-shawna-mullen/ - Categories: Employees When you come to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we want you to have life-changing experiences, make new friends, and make the most of your time in Tamarindo. We know our service plays a big role in that. In a series of posts, we’ll introduce some of the individuals who make up the best staff in the world. Today, we chat with Shawna Mullen, sales and marketing manager for the camp. She started in 2003 as the one and only front-desk receptionist and surf-program coordinator. Many times, she also filled in as the driver to pick up guests from the rickety Tamarindo airport after catching a puddle jumper flight from the San Jose Airport. (No Liberia airport back then. ) What is your favorite part of the job? The community that Witch’s Rock has created amongst their employees, managers and guests. It’s what’s kept me here so long. In fact, some of my favorite people I have connected with in Costa Rica have been my co-workers! I owe everything I have learned about the Costa Rican culture to them. Another aspect that I love is our growth at the camp. We are constantly changing as a business so there is no room for boredom. My office space has literally moved 7 times in the past 12 years to make space for more guest area. What is a favorite guest memory you have? We get to know the guests quite well, and in fact, I keep in contact with a lot of them through social media. But there is one story that I will never forget. Back when I was driving to the Tamarindo airport, I was on a run in a very old and barely running SUV. I picked up a man and his daughter from Quebec. They had a long day of travel and were looking forward to getting to the camp. When we pulled up to camp, which at the time, had a bamboo wall surrounding the restaurant, I pulled into the downhill angled parking lot, and the brakes failed. Uh, oh. I see where this is going ... Yes, I panicked. I tried to pump the breaks. I tried the emergency brake, but nothing worked. We drove right through the bamboo wall and stopped right in the restaurant where everyone was eating breakfast. Talk about front door service! In the end, the father and daughter had an... --- > Tamarindo - Monday, May 28, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-28 - Modified: 2018-05-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-may-28-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Monday, May 28 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10AM - 12PM - 2PM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi-glassy surface conditions. We've got a 7:48AM low tide with a following 2:05PM high tide. Today a cool day with few waves to surf As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan " PURA VIDA" --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, May 26, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-26 - Modified: 2018-05-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-may-26-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Saturday, May 26 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 12:30 pm high tide with a following 6:48 pm low tide. Rainy morning with few waves and choppy water. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande, Friday, May 25, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-25 - Modified: 2018-05-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-may-25-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Friday, May 25 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 11:34 am high tide with a following 5:52 pm low tide. Small waves ideal for longboard. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Costa Rica Puts Renewable Energy On the Map - Published: 2018-05-24 - Modified: 2018-05-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-puts-renewable-energy-on-the-map/ - Categories: Blog Yes, we love to surf, and yes, we usually write about surfing. But today we’re going to break from our regularly scheduled program to brag a little about Costa Rica’s commitment to clean energy. Did you know that 99. 62% of Costa Rica’s electricity is renewable? In 2017, the country ran on 100% renewable energy for 300 days. This broke its previous record of 299 days in 2015, and 271 days in 2016. This is a major coup when you consider that most countries struggle to run on renewable energy for just one day. Most of Costa Rica’s renewable energy comes from hydroelectricity, with about 10% sourced from wind and another 10% from geothermal energy sources. In order to manage all of these sources and pair them with Costa Rica’s energy demands, the country invested over $59 million in creating a National Center for Energy. This agency manages the flow of electricity, as well as exports excess energy to its neighbors. That’s right—on some days Costa Rica’s renewable energy sources are so productive that it can give some of it away! But Costa Rica’s environmental commitments don’t end there. June 2017, they announced a national plan to eliminate single-use plastics by 2021. According to Environmental and Energy minister Edgar Gutiérrez: Single-use plastics are a problem not only for Costa Rica but also for the world. There will be more plastic in our ocean than fish. Costa Rica will replace items like plastic straws, coffee stirrers, containers, cutlery, and store bags with biodegradable or water-soluble alternatives. And in 2011, Costa Rica announced its most ambitious goal yet: be 100% carbon-neutral by 2021. To do this, they plan to nurture their forests, which can offset carbon emissions, as well as promote biofuels, hybrid vehicles, and create a “C-Neutral” label for businesses that comply. This way, tourists can use their buying power to support C-Neutral. At the 2015 U. N. Climate Change Conference in Paris, Costa Rica adjusted this timeline but committed to zero net emissions by 2085. Vice President Ana Helena Chacón, who led the Costa Rican delegation in Paris, expressed that climate action must account for citizens, such as farmers, who rely on fossil fuels. The adjusted timeline is a more realistic goal for the country to accommodate these ways of life. Here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we have replaced plastic straws, coffee stirrers, plastic cups, and Styrofoam with... --- > Playa Grande, Thursday, May 24, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-24 - Modified: 2018-05-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-may-24-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Thursday, May 24 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:33 am high tide with a following 4:48 pm low tide. Waves with good size but generally closeout. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, May 23, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-23 - Modified: 2018-05-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-may-23-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Wednesday, May 23 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with galssy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:28 am high tide with a following 3:39 pm low tide. Morning with waves with good shape and size. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Explore 10 family and kid friendly activities in Tamarindo for an unforgettable surf trip. Fun for all ages awaits you! - Published: 2018-05-22 - Modified: 2025-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/10-family-kid-friendly-activities-in-tamarindo/ - Categories: Blog So, you're taking your kids on a surf trip. To your friends, that might sound crazy. But at WRSC we know that surfing is a great family activity that will ultimately bring you closer together. Whether you're traveling with toddlers, teenagers, or anything in between, Tamarindo is full of fun and safe activities for kids and families. Take surf lessons as a family, or score early morning barrels before the kids wake up. For families looking for adventure, Tamarindo is the place to be! Check out these 10 family and kid-friendly activities during your stay at Witch's Rock Surf Camp! 1. Boogie Boarding If your little ones are too young to surf, boogie boarding is the next best thing! Borrow a board and hop in the water! Boogie boarding offers a tamer wave riding experience than surfing for those who are less confident in the water. Even when Playa Tamarindo is pumping, you can walk down the beach and find some calm, safe areas to play in the surf with your kids. 2. Family Surf Lessons WRSC's friendly surf guides can get anyone up on a board! Take a group surf lesson with your family, and make lasting memories while you discover your new passion. Nothing beats catching waves with friends and family! Don't worry, we will start you off on the beginner-friendly waves and a foam board. All of this right in front of our beachfront hotel and restaurants! 3. Exploring the Estuary Just a stone’s throw down the beach from Witch's Rock Surf Camp sits an environmental treasure, the estuary. Hop on one of the little ferry boats to take a ride across the river to Playa Grande or explore the estuary and catch a glimpse of the unique river wildlife! 4. Jaime Peligro Bookstore Just a short walk down the street sits Tamarindo's oldest bookstore, Jaime Peligro Bookstore. Jaime Peligro Bookstore has a great selection of both children and adult literature. It's also located right next to Café Tico, which is a great place to relax and read. 5. Monkey N' Croc Toy Store All kids love toys, so why not take a short stroll down the road to Monkey N' Croc Toy Store? This tiny Tamarindo boutique toy store is only about a 10-minute walk; you can stock up on souvenirs, or find some new beach toys for the kids... and maybe something for yourself.... --- > Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, May 22, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-22 - Modified: 2018-05-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-may-22-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Tuesday, May 22 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 2-3 feets with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:22 am high tide with a following 2:29 pm low tide. Rainy morning with disorderly and generally closeout waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday, May 21, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-21 - Modified: 2018-05-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-may-21-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Monday, May 21 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00-8:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:21 am high tide with a following 1:24 pm low tide. A rainy morning with big and closeout waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo Saturday, May 19, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-19 - Modified: 2018-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-may-19-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your SATURDAY, May 19 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1:00 PM Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with shoppy surface conditions. We’ve got a 5:48PM high tide with a following 11:30AM low tide. The wind has gone but we have left huge waves and always closed. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo thursday, May 17, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-17 - Modified: 2018-05-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-may-17-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Thursday, May 17 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3:00 PM Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 4:09PM high tide with a following 10:23PM low tide. Excellent waves for intermediate and advanced, but beginners remember to surf carefully, and remember that we are in season of high and closed waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny PURA VIDA --- > Playa Grande Wednesday, May 16, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-16 - Modified: 2018-05-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-may-16-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday, May 16 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11 :00AM Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 3:39PM high tide with a following 9:53PM low tide. Waves somewhat closed, fast, excellent to use shortboard. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny PURA VIDA --- > Get back in the water with tips on how to get over your worst wipeout and improve your surfing skills today. - Published: 2018-05-15 - Modified: 2025-05-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-get-over-your-worst-wipeout-and-get-back-in-the-water/ - Categories: Blog, Learn to Surf Tutorials If you’ve been surfing for a while, it’s definitely happened to you. You took off too late on a wave that may have been a tad out of your league. You missed your drop, you skipped down the face of the wave like a smooth stone on a pond, and then you were picked up and tossed over the falls as if you weighed next to nothing. Most likely that wasn’t the end of it either. Chances are you were rolled under water, tumbled, and pulled in every direction. And as soon as you were able to fight to the surface for that breath of air you so desperately needed, it happened again. Another wave lands on top of you and you feel like you are in a washing machine all over again. You panic a little and fight toward the surface. All you can do is wait until the set passes and you get a break long enough to grab your board and head back out... or toward shore. This is a reality of surfing, especially once you graduate to larger, more advanced waves. And no matter whether you have been surfing for a year or a decade, mentally, wipeouts like this leave their mark. They cause you to hesitate in the water. They may cause you to limit yourself to smaller waves and easier take offs. Or maybe they even keep you out of the water for a significant period of time. And that’s normal. But it’s time to get back in the water and get over your fears. Here’s exactly what you need to do to put that wipeout behind you. 1. Face the facts Think about your wipeout. Think about the time you spent underwater. Really think about it. Chances are each hold down was less than 10 seconds, even a wipeout at some of the world’s biggest waves will only leave you under water for 20-30 seconds. Now, if I asked you to hold your breath in a pool for 10 seconds 10 times in a row, you would be just fine. So, next time you’re under, remember that. Remember that your lung capacity far exceeds the amount of time you will be under water and stay calm. 2. Don’t Panic Armed with knowledge that your hold downs aren’t as long and as scary as they once seemed, you can now approach the water,... --- > Playa Grande Tuesday, May 15, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-15 - Modified: 2018-05-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-may-15-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Tuesday, May 15 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:00AM Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 2:39PM high tide with a following 8:53PM low tide. Waves somewhat closed, fast, excellent to use shortboard. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny PURA VIDA --- > Playa Avellanas Monday, May 14, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-14 - Modified: 2018-05-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-may-14-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Monday, May 12 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:00AM Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 1:56PM high tide with a following 8:09PM low tide. Waves somewhat closed, fast, excellent to use shortboard. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny PURA VIDA --- > Tamarindo Saturday, May 12, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-12 - Modified: 2018-05-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-may-12-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Saturday, May 12 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:30AM Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 12:28PM high tide with a following 6:39PM low tide. Today with small but great waves to learn to surf, happy weekend As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa avellanas - Friday, May 11,2018 - Published: 2018-05-11 - Modified: 2018-05-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-friday-may-112018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Friday, May 11 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00AM Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with shoppy surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:40AM high tide with a following 5:50PM low tide. Today a little small and difficult As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Transform your surfing with this 5-min routine. Improve mobility and flexibility for better performance on the waves. - Published: 2018-05-10 - Modified: 2025-06-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/improve-your-surfing-with-this-5-min-routine/ - Categories: Blog By Nick HoltMoving well is crucial to surfing well. As you know, surfing requires the body to get into challenging positions, and if you’re always tight, stiff, or in pain, surfing will be almost impossible. You need to be supple, loose, and flexible. Here’s a simple routine you can do every day to keep you loose. I like to call is a morning mobility movement meditation. As my coffee brews every morning, I lay down a mat in my apt, set the timer for 5 minutes and I do this:https://youtu. be/6vNwdtGQNykI take deep inhales, deep exhales, bringing myself into the moment. How’s my body feeling today? Man, my ankles are tight this morning. My lower back is a little stiff. I listen. I breathe. I scan up and down my body to see what’s going on. I take it all in. I move. I flow. I breathe some more. After 5 minutes, I come to a seated position, take 3 deep breaths and then I think about 3 things I’m grateful for. I sit up and slowly walk towards the wonderful scent that’s flowing out of the French Press for my delicious cup of coffee. I pour my cup of goodness and I’m ready to charge the day. This one habit has had the most positive impact on my surfing over the last 2 years. It’s no more than 5 minutes and it literally changes the rest of my day. The days that I start like this are just amazing. For anyone who struggles with low back pain or general stiffness, these 5 minutes could very likely change your life. Don’t Wait Until It’s Too LateHere’s the reality – if you’re over 30 and you’ve used your body in any physical way over the course of your life, and you haven’t proactively done anything to stretch, recover with soft tissue work, address any nagging pain, then there’s a very likely chance that many of your joints don’t move that well. When joints don’t move well, the body doesn’t function as well. This becomes problematic when you want to push hard and do an intense workout, play some pick-up basketball, go for a surf, take a long bike ride, or even play a harmless game of tag with your kids. What happens when joints don’t move well and you have extremely tight muscles, the body compensates. Muscles become overworked, tension... --- > Playa Grande - Thursday, May 10, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-10 - Modified: 2018-05-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-may-10-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Thursday, May 10 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00AM Today in Playa Grande , waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy conditions. We’ve got a 10:48AM high tide with a following 4:55PM low tide. Today a little small, we hope that the conditions improve tomorrow. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Marbella - Wednesday, May 9, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-09 - Modified: 2023-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-wednesday-may-9-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday ,may 9 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30AM Today in Playa Marbella, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with shoopy surface conditions. We’ve got a 9:52AM high tide with a following 3:51PM low tide. Today it's a bit difficult to surf, with wind and moved. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Your Guide to Fine Dining in Tamarindo - Published: 2018-05-08 - Modified: 2018-05-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/your-guide-to-fine-dining-in-tamarindo/ - Categories: Blog Just because you're on a surf trip does not mean you have to rough it on date night. In fact, Tamarindo is home to some of the best fine dining options in Costa Rica. Gone are the days of sketchy eats and cheap beer fueled surf trips. We want you to have the best experience in Tamarindo possible, both in the water and at dinner. We put together a list of 5 must-try fine dining options in Tamarindo. Pangas Beach Club Situated on the far North end of Tamarindo Beach, just above the estuary lies Pangas Beach Club. The peaceful ambiance of Pangas Beach Club is unrivaled in Tamarindo. The breezy beach club is a great place to grab an afternoon cocktail and enjoy a beautiful sunset. At night, Pangas transforms from a beach club to a high-class fine dining establishment. The menu combines Costa Rican flavors with modern fusion dishes and has something for everyone: Vegetarians, meat lovers, and seafood enthusiasts. Bamboo Sushi Club Nothing beats fresh sushi, and it does not get much fresher than straight from the waters off of Costa Rica. Bamboo Sushi Club is located in the middle of Tamarindo but boasts a quiet, unique, and romantic setting inside. The menu is comprised of traditional sushi rolls, Asian dishes, and a few specialty rolls. The fish, with the exception of the salmon, is all locally sourced and as fresh as possible. Dragon Fly Bar & Grill Founded in 2005, Dragon Fly Bar & Grill is widely considered one of the best dining options in Tamarindo. Elegant menu items that combine traditional Costa Rican flavors with international twists, fine wines, great cocktails, and craft beers make Dragon Fly Bar & Grill a dining gem in Tamarindo. Conveniently located next to Tamarindo's only mini-golf course. Seasons by Sholmy Seasons by Sholmy offers poolside Mediterranean cuisine in the heart of Tamarindo. The menu features freshly caught seafood, vegetarian options, several meat dishes, and a "you catch it we cook it section" for fishermen. This is one of Robert August's favorites. El Coconut Just up the road from us at WRSC sits El Coconut. This fine dining establishment prides itself on its international menu and diverse wine selection, with over 1000 labels in their climate-controlled wine cellar. The staff takes pride in their excellent service and the atmosphere is perfect for a romantic night out. Patagonia Argentina Restaurant... --- > Playa avellanas - Monday, May 7, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-07 - Modified: 2018-05-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-may-7-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with his surf report on Monday May 7 presented by the Witch's Rock Surf Camp Report time: 7:00 a. m. Today in Avellanas, the waves are 1 to 2 feet with good conditions. The winds at the time of the report were offshore wind that provides us with glassy surface conditions. We have a high tide at 7:58 a. m. with a low tide following 1:53 p. m. Today with small and fun waves And nice sun As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you want to come here. See you in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, May 5, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-05 - Modified: 2018-05-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-may-5-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Saturday, May 5 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:22 am high tide with a following 12:16 pm low tide. Small waves ideal for your first surfing lessons As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Avellanas, Friday, May 4, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-04 - Modified: 2018-05-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-friday-may-4-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Friday, May 4 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 5:40 am high tide with a following 11:34 am low tide. A morning of small waves but in good shape. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > 5 Lessons You’ll Learn Your First Time on a Shortboard - Published: 2018-05-03 - Modified: 2018-05-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-lessons-youll-learn-your-first-time-on-a-shortboard/ - Categories: Blog Transitioning to a shortboard can be tricky, frustrating, yet ultimately rewarding. There are a few lessons you’ll have to learn the hard way. And you’re going to spend a significant amount of time falling. That being said, we want you to be as prepared as possible for this exciting step in your surfing journey! We’ve put together a list of 5 lessons you’ll learn when you finally take the leap to a shortboard! 1. Paddling is actually kind of hard While surfing well on any craft requires a certain fitness level, it is no secret that more foam means easier paddling. When you decide to drop down a significant board size, say from 9’0” to 6’2”, your first paddle out will feel more like an open ocean swim. There’s a couple of things you can do to prepare for this new challenge. The first, would be to gradually drop down in board size so that your body has time to adjust. But if you don’t live near the ocean and you plan on trying a shortboard on your next trip, keep a few things in mind. Did you put in an adequate amount of time on a longboard to be able to confidently jump down to a shortboard? If the answer is yes, hit the neighborhood pool and get into peak paddle shape before your trip. 2. Where you catch the wave matters Gone are the days where you could sit out the back and pop into waves early. You’re on a shortboard now. With less surface area to help catch the wave, sitting in the right location in the lineup is imperative to your success. First, your going to have to catch the wave at the absolute peak, not the shoulder, so get ready to chase peaks as soon as you see them pop up. Now that you’ve positioned yourself in the peak, make sure that you are getting into to wave just before it breaks. The smaller your board, the later you will have to catch the wave. The good news is that a smaller board will handle a steep drop in better than a longboard. 3. Balance is key Longboards are called logs for a reason, those things are huge. You can walk up and down them while riding, dance around, and they can even fit more than one surfer at a time! Shortboards on the... --- > Playa Avellanas, Thursday, May 3, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-03 - Modified: 2018-05-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-may-3-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Thursday, May 3 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got 4:59 am high tide with a following 10:54 am low tide. Waves with good shape and size. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, May 2, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-02 - Modified: 2018-05-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-may-2-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Wednesday, May 2 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 4:18 am high tide with a following 10:15 am low tide. Gentle waves ideal for learning to surf. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande, Tuesday, May 1, 2018 - Published: 2018-05-01 - Modified: 2018-05-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-may-1-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Tuesday, May 1 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 3:37 am high tide with a following 9:36 am low tide. Small waves but good to learn to surf. Bring your longboard and join us ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > The Best Surf Films Streaming on Netflix Right Now - Published: 2018-05-01 - Modified: 2018-05-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-best-surf-films-streaming-on-netflix-right-now/ - Categories: Blog It’s no secret that the average person spends a slightly embarrassing amount of time binge watching Netflix TV shows and movies. And who can blame them, there are literally tens of thousands of options with the click of the button. There is truly something on Netflix for everyone and that now includes surfers. Because we want you to have something to do on your next flight to Costa Rica, we have compiled a list of the must watch surf films streaming on Netflix right now. Happy binging! 1. Under the Arctic Sky Famed photographer and filmmaker Chris Burkard’s most recent film will leave you in awe. Chris and his crew of fellow surfers, filmmakers, and photographers find themselves in Iceland with the goal of surfing the Arctic seas that surround the Faroe Islands. The group finds themselves in the worst winter storm to hit the country in 25 years. Constant darkness, and uncertainty about whether or not they will safely be able to surf plague the group. Ultimately, the group perseveres and is able to score perfect waves under the Northern Lights. 2. FishPeople The Malloy Brothers teamed up with Patagonia to create a stellar documentary that focuses on how people all over the world are connected to the ocean. From divers, surfers, fisherman and women, to open ocean swimmers, FishPeople explores the natural connection these people have to the ocean. The film is beautifully shot, has a strong environmental message, and inspires viewers to get out there and enjoy ocean. It also provides insight into how so many people make a living, find their passion, and find their livelihood in the sea. Warning: if you don’t live near the ocean this film is going to give you serious FOMO. 3. Resurface An official Tribeca Film Festival selection, Resurface, is a powerful documentary that highlights surfing’s ability to heal. “War, Trauma, Surfing” is the films tagline and rightfully so as the film focuses on Bobby Lane, an Iraq War Veteran with chronic depression and PTSD. Bobby Lane first seeks out surfing as a bucket list item, but then realizes the healing powers of the sport and explores the questions, “How can surfing change the lives of military veterans? ” For the first time, countless scientific evidence is on the side of the surfers. The ocean is a proven method for treating PTSD. This film is moving, informative, and an... --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday, April 30, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-30 - Modified: 2018-04-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-april-30-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Catalina with your Monday, April 30 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2:00 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:55 am low tide with a following 3:11 pm high tide. Good waves to learn to surf. At the beginning the wind was onshore and then it changed to offshore. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, April 28, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-28 - Modified: 2018-04-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-april-28-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Giovanny with your Saturday April 28, surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12 md Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 1:44PM High tide with a following 7:58PM low tide. The wind is entering a lot due to the approaching rain, surfing carefully is not over. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny PURA VIDA --- > Playa Grande – Friday, April 27, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-27 - Modified: 2018-04-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-april-27-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Giovanny with your Friday April 27, surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:54PM High tide with a following 7:08PM low tide. The waves are perfect for people in between, surfing with care is never over. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny PURA VIDA --- > Want to improve your surfing? Discover the 5 common mistakes to avoid for a better experience in the water. - Published: 2018-04-26 - Modified: 2025-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-common-mistakes-to-avoid-if-you-want-to-improve-your-surfing/ - Categories: Blog Like all sports, surfing has a learning curve, and we want to help you accelerate your progress. Whether you’ve learned to surf here in Tamarindo, or are coming to WRSC to improve your surfing, we have compiled a list of things for you to keep in mind while you are out in the water. With these tools, you should be able to catch and ride your fair share of waves in Tamarindo and maybe even drop down a board size or two! So dive in and enjoy! 1. Grabbing your rails during your pop up This is probably the most common mistake new surfers make when popping up. For stability, the surfer will attempt to grab the sides of the board (the rails), which will actually cause the board to become unstable due to uneven weight distribution. Instead, place your hands just below your shoulders with flat palms on the board and push up. This will provide a stable surface to push off from, while distributing your weight evenly. Think push up position. 2. Using your knees to pop up Another common mishap many new surfers suffer through and often get away with, is using their knee (or knees) to pop up. This might work on beginner boards, but it is a bad habit that should be avoided at all costs. If you plan on trying new board types, or riding a short board eventually, you’ll want to keep your knees out of your pop up. Instead, try one of two things. 1. Jump to your feet with the support of your hands so that your not using your knees to get up. Or 2. Bring your back foot up to your knee, and press up on three points (two hands and back foot), while bringing your front foot forward. Many surfers with tight lower backs often resort to the knee pop up, so try stretching before and after surf sessions for a good long term fix. 3. Catching the wave after it breaks White water is great for learning, but as we advance we want to begin to ride the “green wave” not the wash after the wave breaks. To do this, sit further out in the line up. The bigger your board, the earlier you can get into a wave. Try to paddle for, and catch, sections of swell that wobble as if they are about to... --- > Playa Grande – Thursday, April 25, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-26 - Modified: 2018-04-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-april-25-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Giovanny with your Thursday April 26, surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-5 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:58 PM High tide with a following 6:11 PM low tide. Waves pretty great, and strong, not recommended for beginners, but perfect for intermediate. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny PURA VIDA --- > Playa Grande – Wednesday, April 25, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-25 - Modified: 2018-04-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-april-25-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday April 25, surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:24PM High tide with a following 5:05PM low tide. Excellent waves, closed, but with a very good left. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny PURA VIDA --- > Behind the Desk with Sara Vargas - Published: 2018-04-24 - Modified: 2023-06-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/behind-the-desk-with-sara-vargas/ - Categories: Employees Meet Sara Vargas, a customer service representative at the front desk in the Witch’s Rock Surf Shop. She has been here for two years, and she’s one of the first faces you’ll see when you check in and go through orientation. What’s the mood of guests when they first arrive at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp? This is their vacation, so they are super excited and happy. They also do not know exactly what to expect, so they can seem a bit confused too. But that doesn’t last long. We know that the guests are waiting for us to explain how everything works. Once we get them through orientation, they become more confident and eager to start surfing. Do you see the guests throughout the week? Yes, basically every day. We see them around, which is great. We get to see their faces, their smiles, and by the end of the week we create a really cool bond. It’s really nice. Do the guests get to know each other during the week? Yes, for sure. They all get to know each other by hanging around the camp. But we also see a lot of friends made in the water. We will see that one solo surfer will quickly become friends with a whole group of other surfers. The guests become really close by the end of the week. We even have some guests who meet here and then come back together during the next trip! When’s the last time a guest experience stood out for you? Guests often touch my heart. A couple weeks ago, a guy from California arrived. His house was destroyed by the wildfires. He shared the entire story. He lost a signed poster of Robert August to the fire. Robert August is a part of our camp, so I got a new signed poster for the guest. He was super excited, and even I started crying over it. It’s a great memory. What is your favorite part of your job? It’s definitely the chance to meet new people every day, from all over the world. We’ve had guests arrive from as far away as Russia and New Zealand. We also have return guests, which is great because they really bond with us. Some of them come looking for me right away. It’s really fun. We also see a lot of different people—everyone from solo surfers to... --- > Playa Avellanas – Monday, April 23, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-23 - Modified: 2018-04-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-april-23-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Giovanny with your Monday, April 23, surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report:7 am Today in Playa Tamarindo , waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 8:34 AM High tide with a following 2:33 PM low tide. Today with small but adequate waves to learn to surf and have fun with friends and families As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, April 21, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-21 - Modified: 2018-04-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-april-21-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your Saturday, April 21, surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8AM Today in Playa Tamarindo , waves are 1-2 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 6:34AM High tide with a following 12:33PM low tide. Today with small but adequate waves to learn to surf and have fun with friends and families As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa grande - Friday, April 20 2018 - Published: 2018-04-20 - Modified: 2018-04-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-april-20-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your Friday, April 20, surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7AM Today in Playa grande , waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 5:44AM High tide with a following 11:43AM low tide. School trip day with lots of waves and fun As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Experience Costa Rica like never before. Learn the 5 reasons to visit during the rainy season and enjoy unique adventures. - Published: 2018-04-19 - Modified: 2025-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-reasons-to-visit-costa-rica-during-the-rainy-season/ - Categories: Blog The rainy season gets a bad rap, probably due to its name. But the truth is, Costa Rica is never more alive than it is during the rainy season - and remember - we're talking tropical rain; so it's always warm! And thanks to nervous travelers who are scared to get caught in some measly afternoon showers, you may find yourself all alone in once-crowded line-ups. Here are 5 reasons why the rainy season is an absolute must in Costa Rica, so book your ticket and come on down! 1. Mornings Are Still Hot & Sunny There is still plenty of sunshine to go around during the rainy season. Usually, mornings are clear and sunny, which makes them perfect for any activity you have planned. From surfing, snorkeling, exploring the cloud forests, to taking a wildlife tour. The rain typically comes in the mid-late afternoon and will last until sunset. I've always found afternoon rains relaxing. Nothing beats surfing all morning, grabbing a great lunch and curling up with a book in a hammock during the afternoon rain! Check out this previous blog, How Rainy is Rainy Season? 2. The Best Sunsets The truth is, Tamarindo sunsets are spectacular year round. Nowhere have I seen them more vivid than here in Costa Rica; the intense shades of orange, pink, purple and blue are mind blowing, but they’re particularly impressive during rainy season. Perhaps it's the moisture in the air from the rain, maybe it's magic, but they certainly seem to be even more vibrant and colorful. 3. Lush & Beautiful Vegetation You'll never see a more green and lush landscape than you will during the rainy season. The land truly comes alive. Rivers and waterfalls are fuller, the rain and cloud forests are denser, and the wildlife is more active both in and out of the water! So be sure you spend some time exploring inland! 4. It's Cheaper Wanting beach-on-a-budget? Then rainy season is definitely the best time to visit! Hotels normally have three different seasonal rates: low, high and peak. Low is rainy season and also when prices can be significantly less than high season. In addition, car rental rates are significantly lower, restaurants and tour companies offer special deals and we have some of our best WRSC packages available. Lastly, If you plan on getting your scuba diving certification, do it during rainy season, as most... --- > Playa Grande Wednesday, April 18, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-19 - Modified: 2018-04-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-april-18-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday, April 18, surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3PM Today in Playa grande , waves are 2-3 with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with choopy surface conditions. We’ve got a 4:56PM High tide with a following 10:02PM low tide. A windy afternoon As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Avellanas - Thursday, April 19, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-19 - Modified: 2018-04-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-thursday-april-19-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your Thursday, , April 19, surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7AM Today in Playa avellanas , waves are 1-2 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 5:15PM High tide with a following 11:28PM low tide. Today with small and fun waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa guiones -Tuesday, April 17, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-17 - Modified: 2018-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-guiones-tuesday-april-17-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, April 17 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10AM Today in Playa guiones, waves are 2-4 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-choopy surface conditions. We’ve got a 3:51PM High tide with a following 10:00PM low tide. today with big waves and enough sun As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Nosara - Monday, April 16, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-16 - Modified: 2018-04-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-nosara-monday-april-16-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your Monday, April 16 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10AM Today in Nosara , waves are 2-4 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-choopy surface conditions. We’ve got a 2:56PM High tide with a following 8:57PM low tide. Today a bit messy but with excellent waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, April 14, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-14 - Modified: 2018-04-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-april-14-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Saturday, April 14 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:45 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feets with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:35 am low tide with a following 1:54 pm high tide. Small waves ideal for beginners. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande, Friday, April 13, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-13 - Modified: 2018-04-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-april-13-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Friday, April 13 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feets with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 1:14 pm high tide with a following 7:20 pm low tide. Regular conditions since the wind changed to onshore around 10 am . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande, Thursday, April 12, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-12 - Modified: 2018-04-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-april-12-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Thursday, April 12 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 12:29 pm high tide with a following 6:34 pm low tide. Waves with good shape and size. Initially offshore and then change to onshore As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > The Hype Around Costa Rican Coffee - Published: 2018-04-12 - Modified: 2018-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-hype-around-costa-rican-coffee/ - Categories: Blog My favorite time of day in Costa Rica is the morning. Nothing quite compares to rising just before the sun, throwing on some board shorts, pouring yourself a fresh cup of joe, and checking the surf. I like to think of coffee as my surf fuel. It helps that Costa Rica has some of the best coffee in the world. Here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, we showcase that. Our Dawn Patrol Coffee & Bakery is one of the first businesses in Tamarindo to open as early as possible, to cater to those surfers seeking the first light waves! We serve some of the freshest coffee and baked organic goods around town. And, even when we have some rolling blackouts, our generators always make sure our coffee is hot. But why exactly is Costa Rican Coffee so good? What makes our beans so robust with flavor that they are borderline addictive? Here are three reasons why Costa Rican Coffee is the best in the world. 1. Our Environment The perfect cup of coffee starts with the land where the beans are grown. Arabica Coffee plants are delicate and require a certain climate in order to thrive. In our case, we are particularly lucky. Costa Rica's inland mountainous regions provide the perfect climate for coffee growers. Mild temperatures, plenty of rainfall, and high altitudes are key to good coffee. Furthermore, our soil in Costa Rica is particularly fertile because it is uniquely enriched by volcanic ash. There are 8 coffee growing regions in Costa Rica, and WRSC is located in one of them! From North to South, they are Guanacaste, Valle Occidental, Tres Rios, Valle Central, Tarrazú, Turrialba, Orosi, Turrialba, and Branca. 2. Hand-Picked Beans Most Costa Rican coffee growers opt to do things the traditional way and pick their beans by hand, opposed to the more mechanical mass harvest picking that many growers do all over the world. There are lots of benefits to hand picking, but the bottom line is, each plant is different and matures in a different amount of time. Picking by hand ensures that all the beans are picked when they are perfectly ripe - not all at one time. So, growers and pickers can guarantee the best quality of coffee bean at harvest. 3. Costa Rican Law When it comes to coffee, Costa Rica does not mess around. In 1989, the Costa Rican government... --- > Each Season Has a Reason to Visit Tamarindo - Part 1: Dry Season - Published: 2018-04-12 - Modified: 2018-04-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/each-season-has-a-reason-to-visit-tamarindo-part-1-dry-season/ - Categories: Blog Costa Rica has two main seasons. The dry season, which runs from November to May, and the wet season from May to November. During July and August, the country experiences a special, mini-dry season known as El Veranillo de San Juan. Tourism in Costa Rica peaks in the dry season thanks to consistently sunny skies with no chance of rain and temperatures in the 90s. But for those of us chasing waves, we need to look abroad—paying particular attention to the our cradle of swell, the Pacific Ocean Early Season Favors Beginners New surfers or those looking to work on the fundamentals might find November to February to their liking. As we celebrate the new year, we get medium-sized pulses from the north-west that combine with late-season south swells to produce super fun, perfect waves. By February, we start to receive slightly larger swells from the North Pacific that result in bigger waves in the waist-to-head-high range with a perfect angle for Tamarindo. And whenever a good swell comes, it is generally met with all-day offshore breezes that result in perfectly groomed surf from sun up to sun down. Mid-Season Swells Shift Southward As March turns to April, the southern hemisphere’s engine fires up. The swell season turns on, and intermediate and advanced surfers begin their migration back to Tamarindo. Larger swells increasingly originate out of the South Pacific and produce very consistent surf in the chest-to-overhead range. March and April are also known for predominant offshore winds and epic conditions. Late season north-west swells are not out of the question either. Intermediate and advanced surfers can find plenty of world class waves lighting up the nearby beaches, while beginners remain protected in Tamarindo by Isla Capitan—an island that knocks down the larger south swells. When it's head high at one of the advanced spots, Tamarindo remains playful in the thigh - chest high range. End Season Draws Powerful Southern Swells Once we reach May, Costa Rica is transitioning out of the dry season. An occasional tropical downpour offers some relief to the heat and generally signals a lull in tourism. The wind this time of year is generally offshore in the morning, light onshore by lunch, and then glassy for sunset. The sunsets this time of year are nothing short of spectacular. As the crowds depart, powerful swells from the South Pacific start to arrive. For advanced surfers,... --- > Playa Avellanas, Wednesday, April 11, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-11 - Modified: 2018-04-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-wednesday-april-11-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Wednesday, April 11 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 11:39 am high tide with a following 5:41 pm low tide. With slow period but fun ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Marbella, Tuesday, April 10, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-10 - Modified: 2018-04-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-tuesday-april-10-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Tuesday, April 10 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Marbella, waves are 3-4 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi choppy surface conditions. We've got a 10:40 am high tide with a following 4:38 pm low tide. Good size and shape but a little choppy As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande, Monday, April 9, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-09 - Modified: 2018-04-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-april-9-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Catalina with your Monday, April 9 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:34 am high tide with a following 3:29 pm low tide. Good conditions to start the week surfing! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, April 07, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-07 - Modified: 2018-04-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-friday-april-07-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Saturday / 06 April surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10 a. m. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 7:53 pm high tide with a following1:31 pm low tide. After the rain the water is cool but it is not safe to surf carefully. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny! Pura vida --- > Playa Grande – Friday, April 06, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-06 - Modified: 2018-04-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-april-06-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Friday / 06 April surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8 a. m. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 7 pm high tide with a following 12:00 pm low tide. The wind is gone and it's time to surf. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny! Pura vida --- > 6 Money Saving Tips for Your Next Surf Trip - Published: 2018-04-05 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/6-money-saving-tips-for-your-next-surf-trip/ - Categories: Blog Surf trips can really break the bank, we get it. Not everyone can afford to hop on the next flight to some corner of the world to chase swell. Surf trips are a privilege and we at Witch's Rock Surf Camp do not take that lightly. So whether you’re coming to surf perfect waves in Tamarindo or jet-setting off to Indonesia, keep these tips in mind and save some cash along the way. 1. Save on the flight It’s 2018. If you're not implementing some type of money saver into your flight purchase you’re doing something wrong. Personally, when I am planning a big surf trip, I track my flights for a few weeks before pulling the trigger. There are classic trusted methods such as buying airfare tickets on a Tuesday or buy your ticket 6 weeks from your desired travel date, but now you can save on last minute deals with flight tracking services. There are several free and effective apps available for your smartphone that will allow you to check in on a specific flight price for all flights to your destination within your travel dates and they will notify you when those prices drop. I recommend Hopper, Sky Scanner, or Jet Radar. 2. If you are flying, don’t bring your board Airlines now charge up to $150 per board in your board bag. If you’re flying round trip, you can almost buy a new board for the price it takes to check one. So if you’re going for a lengthy period of time, maybe purchase a board at your destination and then sell it before you leave. Or, better yet, stay with us at WRSC and check out our extensive board cage! Our selection ranges from soft tops, Robert August longboards, old-school fishes, and classic high-performance thrusters. The board cage has something for every surfer at every level -- and you get to try a bunch of new boards! 3. Look for hotels/camps with inclusive airport transfer and meals The high cost of transportation and food sneak up on travelers and leave them wondering where their money went. Surf trips typically take a few methods of transportation to get to a reliable surf break. (There aren’t many breaks near airports. ) So while you’re booking your surf trip, make sure you look for a surf camp or hotel that provides roundtrip airport transportation. (Pst - Witch’s... --- > Boost your surfing performance with the top 5 exercises for surfing that enhance strength, balance, and flexibility. - Published: 2018-04-05 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/top-5-exercises-for-surfing/ - Categories: Blog By Nick Holt Surfing is hard enough as it is, don’t let your lack of fitness get in the way of your surfing. Whether you’re a newbie just learning to pop-up or an experienced wave ripper, here are 5 exercises that will help you get stronger, improve your balance, and get more flexible. I like to break surf training into 3 general categories: Strength Balance Flexibility Strength = Power and Endurance Surfing requires both forms of strength – power and endurance. Sprint paddling to catch a wave is an example of power as is popping up quickly on the board. Paddling for 3+ hours in the water would be the example of why you need to have good endurance for surfing. Make sure you do exercises that target both the power side of strength and the endurance part. Below you’ll find one example of power and one for endurance. Strength (Power) 1. Surfer Pop-up This is the exact move you do every time you catch a wave. Think of a surfer pop-up like a push-up combined with a jump to your feet. Lay down on your stomach with your feet together and your hands under your shoulders. Powerfully drive off the ground as if you are doing a push-up and jump to your feet in a split stance. You want to land your front foot directly under your chest and your back foot about 3 feet behind. Then return to the start position on your stomach. Shoot for 5 pop-ups with the right foot forward and then do 5 with the left foot forward. Don’t worry if you don’t nail this on the first go. When I teach people to surf, we can spend hours just perfecting the pop-up. Strength (Endurance) 2. Jumping Rope Jumping rope is one of the more underrated tools for conditioning. Not only does this exercise help train your cardiovascular endurance, but it also develops good coordination between your upper and lower body, which is crucial if you want to surf well. Balance The foundation of good balance is a strong, stable core. While balance training tools like the Indo board or other balance boards might be useful, I always like to start by building a strong core. Here are 2 exercises for building a rock solid core. 3. Leg Lowering While this exercise will strengthen your whole core (and especially your lower abs), it’s... --- > Tamarindo – Thursday, April 06, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-05 - Modified: 2018-04-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-thursday-april-06-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Thursday / 05 April surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8 a. m. Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 6:21 pm high tide with a following 12:02 pm low tide. Fast waves but closed, like a better left, little sun, but the wind is gone. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! --- > Tamarindo – Wednesday, April 04, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-04 - Modified: 2018-04-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-april-04-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday / 04 April surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 4 p. m. Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 5:40 pm high tide with a following 11:30 pm low tide. Although the waves are good, the best time to surf is in the morning. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Tamarindo - Tuesday, April 03, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-03 - Modified: 2018-04-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-april-03-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Tuesday / 03 April surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2 p. m. Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 5 pm high tide with a following 11 pm low tide. The wind in the afternoon is a little strong, do not be too careful with you and with those who are by your side. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Tamarindo -Monday, April 02, 2018 - Published: 2018-04-02 - Modified: 2018-04-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-april-02-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Monday / 02 April surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12 md Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We've got a 4 pm high tide with a following 10:30 pm low tide. The wind is a bit strong, but with the best company, the best surf As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Alison Avellan's at Witch's Everyday and Wants to Meet You - Published: 2018-04-02 - Modified: 2023-06-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/alison-avellans-at-witchs-everyday-and-wants-to-meet-you/ - Categories: Employees When you come to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we want you to have life-changing experiences, make new friends, and make the most of your time in Tamarindo. We know our staff and service plays a big role in that. So, we wanted to open up our Talk Story to some of the familiar faces who have been on the team at Witch's Rock for a while. Today, we chat with Alison Avellan, a manager’s assistant in our food and beverage department.  She has been with our team for three years, working as a server, cashier and bartender before moving into a manager’s role. Tell us about your experience at WRSC. My start at Witch’s Rock has been the best thing to happen in my life. I started off as a server at Eat @ Joe’s. Everyone in the hotel and restaurant helped in training me, but it is not a secret that it was a tough start, being one of the busiest places in Tamarindo. My fellow co-workers taught me right off the start to stick together and help each other out. They are more than my coworkers, we all feel like family. What is your favorite part of the job? I have a million favorites in my position, but to start, I don’t see my duties and responsibilities as a “job. ” I see it more as a hobby. It is so fun to be here every day. I love getting to meet guests from all over the world, learn new cultures, practice my English and learn new English sayings. I also love making our guests feel like they are part of our family, and in return, they always make me feel like I am part of theirs. What’s a memorable time that you have taken care of a guest? A couple came for their surf vacation and the wife ended up getting really sick. She had to stay in their room and rest while her husband went out to surf. I felt so bad knowing that she wanted to be better to get out and surf as well, so I decided to bring her breakfast to her room with little motivational notes. I wrote, “get better” and “you are a wonderful person,” and “we are rooting for you to get out of bed and into the surf. ” When is the last time you laughed with a guest? I am one of the happiest people in the world,... --- > Tamarindo -Saturday, March 31, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-31 - Modified: 2018-03-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-march-31-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your Saturday, March 31 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11AM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with Glassy clear water surface conditions. We’ve got a 2:55PM High tide with a following 9:03PM low tide. Today very hot and quite a lot of people on the beach As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Grande Friday, March 30, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-30 - Modified: 2018-03-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-30-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your Friday, March 30 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9AM Today in Playa Grande waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 2:06PM High tide with a following 8:16PM low tide. School trip day. with good waves and fast As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > WRSC’s Definitive Ranking of the “Best” Worst Surf Films - Published: 2018-03-29 - Modified: 2018-03-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrscs-definitive-ranking-of-the-best-worst-surf-films/ - Categories: Blog For some reason, Hollywood cannot seem to nail Surf Movies. I’m not talking about classics like Bruce Brown’s Endless Summer or recent hits like John John Florence’s A View From a Blue Moon. Hollywood generally has no part in traditional surf films, which are focused solely on exquisite displays of surfing. I’m talking about big budget, star studded, silver screen surf movies. Over the past 50 years or so, there have been dozens, if not hundreds, of attempts to make a good movie about surfing. But something always goes wrong. Oddly, surfing and fictitious plots never mix well. It’s hard to say why good surf movies are far and few between, but it’s probably because authenticity is hard to fake. The pure joy that surfing represents doesn’t translate to the masses. Regardless, Hollywood tries and the result is usually a bizarre mix of tan beach bodies, corny one liners, and a forced feel good message. But if you’re like me, you’ve recognized the joy in the absurdity of these films and have grown to love them. That is why we, at WRSC, have complied a ranking of the absolute “best” worst surf films. Dive in and enjoy! 1. North Shore (1987) Released at the height of neon clothing's popularity, North Shore is everything you’d expect out of an 80's surf film and so much more. The film centers around the kook of all kooks and wave pool extraordinaire, Rick Kane. Rick Kane, an Arizona native, finds himself on the North Shore of Oahu after winning a wave-pool surf contest back home. Rick learns the hard way how dangerous surfing Pipeline can be, but you need not worry. After getting stomped by the reef, Rick falls in love with a Hawaiian girl, meets his mentor Chandler who teaches him to surf pipe in just a few months, and competes against Lance Burkhart (Laird Hamilton) in the Pipe Masters. While it is extraordinarily unrealistic that someone from Arizona would even be able to learn to surf Pipe so quickly, let alone compete in the Pipe Masters, this film is endlessly entertaining in an unintentional satirical sort of way. To its credit, North Shore actually does feature some pretty decent surfing footage, in part due to both Laird Hamilton and Gerry Lopez who star in the film. 2. Point Break (The Original) (1991) It is hard to summarize the original Point Break’s... --- > Playa Avellanas - Thursday March 29, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-29 - Modified: 2018-03-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-march-29-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your Thursday March 29 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9AM Today in Avellamnas, waves are 1-2 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:42PM High tide with a following 6:54PM low tide. Today with small and fun waves for surfing As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Tamarindo Wednesday, March 28, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-28 - Modified: 2018-03-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-march-28-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday, March 28 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7AM / 9AM / 11AM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi Glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:16PM High tide with a following 6:24PM low tide. Today with a lot of movement of people and water a bit cold As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa grandeTuesday, March 27, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-27 - Modified: 2018-03-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grandetuesday-march-27-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your tuesday, March 27 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8AM Today in Playa grande , waves are 1-2 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us clear water surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:11AM High tide with a following 5:15PM low tide. A nice day to surf with good waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Tamarindo Monday, March 26 ,2018 - Published: 2018-03-26 - Modified: 2018-03-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-march-26-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your Monday, March 26 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6AM / 8AM / 9AM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We've got a 9:55AM High tide with a following 3:57PM low tide. Today with small waves and a little cold As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, March 24, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-24 - Modified: 2018-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-march-24-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Saturday, March 24 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feets with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:40 am high tide with a following 1:40 pm low tide. Small waves but ideal for learning to surf! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande, Friday, March 23, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-23 - Modified: 2018-03-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-23-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Friday, March 23 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:47 am high tide with a following 12:46 pm low tide. Good waves to start your Friday ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Experience The Ultimate Costa Rica Road Trip! Discover beautiful beaches, quaint towns, and epic surf spots along the coast. - Published: 2018-03-22 - Modified: 2025-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-ultimate-costa-rica-road-trip/ - Categories: Blog Whether you’re hitting these breaks for a day trip from Tamarindo, traveling with the WRSC crew on a guided adventure down the coast, or going for the long haul road trip, you’re not going to want to skip out on these spots. Beautiful beaches, quaint towns, and pumping waves dominate this list. If you’ve got the time, take the scenic route, hug the coast, and find some waves all to yourself. So grab some friends, hop on the next flight, and get ready for the trip of a lifetime! 1. Tamarindo Obviously, the first stop on the list is with us in Tamarindo. Tamarindo is the perfect launching point for your trip. Score waves while gearing up, enjoy great food at Eat at Joe's, cold beers from the Volcano Brewing Company, and live music at El Vaquero. The surf couldn’t be better either. Paddle straight out to Playa Tamarindo to score epic beach break waves or cross the river and explore Playa Grande. If you’re feeling adventurous, take a boat to Witch’s Rock or Ollie's Point for a taste of the world class waves that put Tamarindo on the international surfing map! 2. Playa Avellanas Just under an hour's drive down the coast lies Playa Avellanas. The famed wide open beach of Playa Avellanas welcomes surfers and non-surfers alike. Enjoy a nice meal or drink at the famous Lola’s Restaurant and Bar right on the beach. Don’t worry surfers, there are plenty of waves to be had. For the more experiences surfers there's a great left handed reef break called La Purruja at the South end of the beach. El Estero is a picturesque A-frame that forms right on the river mouth. And finally, there is a sizable right-hand point break, Little Hawaii, that can handle some serious swell. For those in the learning process, the beach is riddled with plenty of sand bottom peaks that work with almost any tide. 3. Santa Teresa The New York Times called Santa Teresa “the next Tulum. ” By that, they mean that Santa Teresa is a small, peaceful, former fishing village that is home to gracious people, beautiful beaches, and warm water. What the New York Times doesn’t know is that Santa Teresa, located on the Southern portion of the Nicoya Peninsula, also has pumping waves. In recent years, this spot has become a favorite for surfers and non-surfers alike. Yet,... --- > Playa Avellanas, Thursday, March 22, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-22 - Modified: 2018-03-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-march-22-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Thursday, March 22 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 2-4 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy surface conditions. We've got a 6:01 am high tide with a following 12:00 pm low tide. Waves with good shape and size ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, March 21, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-21 - Modified: 2018-03-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-march-21-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Wednesday, March 21 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-4 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 5:19 am high tide with a following 11:18 am low tide. Good wave size but some close-out. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, March 20, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-21 - Modified: 2018-03-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-march-20-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Catalina with your Tuesday, March 20 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3:00 pm Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 2-4 feets with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 4:41 am high tide with a following 10:40 am low tide. Good size but with choppy water waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday, March 19, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-19 - Modified: 2018-03-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-march-19-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Catalina with your Monday, March 19 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 4:03 am high tide with a following 10:03 am low tide. Waves with good shape and size to start the week ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo Saturday, March 17, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-17 - Modified: 2018-03-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-march-17-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Giovanny with your Saturday / March 17 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12 md Today in Playa Tamarindo waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 3 PM low tide with a following 9 PM high tide. The conditions are excellent, but do not forget your sunscreen. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande Friday, March 16, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-16 - Modified: 2018-03-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-16-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Giovanny with your Friday / March 16 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12 md Today in Playa Grande waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 2:35 PM low tide with a following 8:25 PM high tide. Fresh water and fast waves, perfect for surfing with friends. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > A Tribute to Costa Rican Craft Beer - Published: 2018-03-15 - Modified: 2018-03-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-tribute-to-costa-rican-craft-beer/ - Categories: Blog Believe it or not, Costa Rica wasn’t always the craft beer haven of Central America that it is today. In fact, barely a decade ago, it was hard to find anything other than the classic beach beers, Imperial and Pilsen. Now, admittedly, I have had my fair share of Imperials, but sometimes the occasion calls for more. A light crisp beach beer is great, but often one’s pallet yearns for something full bodied, something bitter, something dark. Thankfully as the 2010s rolled in, craft beer rolled into Costa Rica and in 2012 Asociación de Cerveceros Artesanales de Costa Rica -- Costa Rica's Association of Craft Brewers was formed. Here at WRSC we want you to get to know all things Costa Rica, and that includes the great craft breweries from around the country, and the beer that they brew. So crack open a cold one, dive in, and enjoy! 1. Costa Rican Craft Brewing Company Costa Rica Craft Brewing Company is one of the oldest and most established craft breweries in all of Central America. Before them, it literally was just Pilsen and Imperial. Costa Rica Craft Brewing Co pushed new and exciting beers into the market and inspired many others to do the same. They are most known for Libertas Tropical Golden Ale, Red Ale Segua, and their wide selection of seasonal beers. They are located in San Jose, so next time you fly into the capital pop over for a cold one! 2. Treintaycinco Fábrica Artesanal de Cervezas Located in San Jose, Treintaycinco Brewery is perhaps the fastest growing brewery in all of Costa Rica. Like many on this lists, the founders at Treintaycinco were fed up with the state of beer in Latin America. They set out to make beer options that were stronger, more flavorful, and full bodied then the rest of market. The name “Treintaycinco” comes from the Costa Rican police code for a crazy person “35. ” Treintaycinco offers 10 beers, all of which have an Alc/Vol of 6. 5% or higher. Their masterly crafted flavorful concoctions have created quite the stir in the beer world of Latin America. 3. Bri Bri Springs Brewery Bri Bri Springs was founded by former Vermont resident J. T Ficociello and is located in Puerto Viejo on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast. . While their founder might not be native to Costa Rica, their ingredients are definitely local.... --- > Playa Grande Thursday, March 15, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-15 - Modified: 2018-03-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-march-15-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Thursday / March 14 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 2 PM low tide with a following 8 PM high tide. Clean waves and a good wind, perfect for surfing. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Discover how Paradise Redefined immerses you in the beauty of Tamarindo, Costa Rica, where every moment feels like a vacation. - Published: 2018-03-14 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/paradise-redefined/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews By: Deena Giles Seems silly not wanting to shower after returning to the states just so my hair will continue to smell like the Pacific Ocean, my skin like coconut Sun Bum, and the fine Tamarindo sand would remain on my feet... . for one more day. “Okay Google, play ocean sounds” used to be so calming, yet now seems incomplete without waking to the birds’ morning chatter, crashing waves, and the ebb and flow of the morning locals commuting to work. No one wants to go home after a vacation in paradise. In this case, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Tamarindo, Costa Rica, redefined paradise for us. Clearly warmer weather, a beachfront view, and being able to enjoy a free breakfast every morning has its perks... and not without the occasional entertainment of iguanas fighting over ripe fruit, grackles jumping from table to table trying to get their own free breakfast, and listening to the circus of monkeys in the trees above. But that’s not what made our time in Tamarindo the perfect vacation for us. We found ourselves waking before the sun touched the water. We were not only anxious to start the day, but rushing to embrace it. Our sore muscles, our salty bathing suits, our freshly waxed boards, our butterfly filled stomachs, and the chatter of our new friends’ encouragement. To know that TODAY, I’m going to turtle roll, let the water flow, and not get stuck in the tidal “washing machine”. TODAY, I’m going to dig deeper and paddle faster. TODAY, I’m going to look forward and ride a longer wave. TODAY, I’m going to make myself proud. TODAY, I am a surfer. Every day those expectations were exceeded with the perseverance of our surf instructor, the congratulatory cheers of our surf mates, and our own personal drive to catch “one more wave”. This vacation wasn’t about escaping life. It was about facing fears, challenging ourselves, and chasing our dreams. Our memories won’t just be framed by a picture perfect Costa Rican sunset. They’ll include stories of tears as we survived being tossed and turned by waves, stories of hesitation on a zip line platform as we launched ourselves through paths in the sky, and stories of gratitude as we shared new beginnings through birthday, soon-to-be newlyweds, and Witch’s Rock Surf Camp veteran celebrations. Paradise has a new meaning for us. It is the feeling... --- > Playa Tamarindo Wednesday, March 15, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-14 - Modified: 2018-03-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-march-15-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday / March 14 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10 am Today in Playa Tamarindo waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 1:15 PM low tide with a following 7:15 PM high tide. The waves are low, but they are perfect for beginners, and have fun. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Ditching the Cold for Costa Rica - Published: 2018-03-13 - Modified: 2019-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ditching-the-cold-for-costa-rica/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews By: Scotty Nelson Every year I go on a cruise with my brother, David, and his wife Nancy. Last year, while spending Thanksgiving with them, I asked David where we would be cruising on the next one. Imagine my surprise, when he answered, “Alaska, and it's a couples only cruise. " I told him that was cool with me, because I do not like the cold at all! When I returned home to Nashville, I started thinking,”No cruise this year; what can I do for a vacation as a solo traveler? " I decided to do some research. I jumped on my computer and typed, "cool places to travel as a solo traveler," and Witch's Rock Surf Camp popped right up! I was like,”HELL YES! That’s the trip! ” and booked my 7 day stay immediately! Then I called my brother, David, to let him know that since I do not like the cold - and Alaska is a couples only trip - I just booked a vacation to Witch's Rock Surf Camp. His immediate reply was “NO WAY DUDE! " You see, we both spent a lot of time together in the water surfing way back in the day, in San Diego, and I knew he would not be able to get this trip out of his mind. A week later, I got a call from David asking the dates that I booked so he could go with me. I grinned and said, “It's a singles only trip bro. ” On March 3rd 2018, we arrived at the front of Witch's Rock Surf Camp and had the best vacation! From being greeted by the awesome Sara at the front desk at the surf shop, to all the waiters and waitresses at Eat at Joe’s, the Volcano Brewing Company and El Vaqueros it was amazing! Thank you to Diego and Maxi in the board cage, Xiquiu our awesome surf coach and to all the other surf coaches who all made us feel like family. I have already booked to go back again, and yes, so has my brother David! Until next time, Pura Vida. --- > Playa Avellanas Tuesday, March 13, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-13 - Modified: 2018-03-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-march-13-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Tuesday / March 13 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10 am Today in Playa Avellanas waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 6:22 PM low tide with a following 12:23 PM high tide. An excellent day for surfing. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Tamarindo Monday, March 12, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-12 - Modified: 2018-03-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-march-12-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Monday / March 12 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8 am Today in Playa Tamarindo waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 5:20 pm low tide with a following 11:40 pm high tide. An excellent day for surfing. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Discover the essential tips on how to properly check the surf forecast. Improve your chances of catching great waves today. - Published: 2018-03-12 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-how-to-properly-check-the-surf-forecast/ - Categories: Blog By: Ryan Waldron Getting Skunked Sucks... But it’s an inevitable part of surfing. Ask any surfer about a “skunk story” and they will painfully recite a handful of memories including onshore winds, the swell that never came, or mile-long closeouts. When dealing with a constantly-changing system like Mother Nature, we can expect to miss-calculate every once in a while. Getting skunked sucks, yes. But luckily for us 21st century surfers, there are tons of surf-forecasting tools available at our fingertips. By learning to read swell reports correctly, you will be well on your way to improving your Skunk vs. Score ratio. Let’s dive in... My favorite website to get reliable surf data is, without question, Surfline. com. Surfline started as a pay-per-call service in Huntington Beach in 1985. Callers would phone in and listen to a daily recording of swell size, wind direction, and surf conditions. 33 years later, Surfline has transformed into the ultimate surf forecasting website and even hosts 100s (if not 1000s) of live HD surf cams around the world. Want to see what the waves are doing in Pipeline, Hawaii right now? Simply click here to virtually navigate to one of the best (if not the best) wave in the world. Surfline also utilizes our personal webcam located on the Penthouse roof deck if you find yourself daydreaming of your favorite Central American beach. Here's how we use Surfline: When I first enter the Surfline homepage, I click on the global swell map to get an idea of what each ocean basin is doing. Since I live in Costa Rica, I am looking in both the North and South Pacific for any major storms that could be potential swell creators. Looking at this map won’t help you with your session tomorrow, but it will give you an overall idea for the next few weeks. This particular map below shows a strong Southern Hemisphere storm which is a good sign for prolonged swell generation for Costa Rica in the near future. After geeking out a bit with this map, I click on the Lola Classic option located under the Forecasting tab. After navigating to Costa Rica, I am presented with a line graph that shows the upcoming individual swell events for the next 6 days. Each individual swell is represented by a different colored line. We are also given 2 other distinguishing numbers in the chart... --- > Playa Tamarindo / Saturday March 10, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-10 - Modified: 2018-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-march-10-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with yourSaturday March 10 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of Report: 10 AM Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi - Glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 3:03PM low tide with a following 9:12AM high tide. Today with enough sun and waves to have a good time with the family and surf As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan Pura vida --- > Playa Grande , Friday, March 9, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-09 - Modified: 2018-03-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-9-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Friday, March 9 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of Report: 8 AM Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi - choppy surface conditions. We’ve got a 2:06PM low tide with a following 8:15AM high tide. Today with small but fun waves for surfing As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan Pura vida DCIM996GOPRO --- > How Not to Look Like a Beginner Surfer… Even If You Are - Published: 2018-03-08 - Modified: 2018-03-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-not-to-look-like-a-beginner-surfer-even-if-you-are/ - Categories: Blog I totally agree with the old saying “Looks aren’t everything” but the plain truth is that style has naturally integrated into surfing culture since the times of Gidget. It has done so because, with the help of Hollywood and media stereotypes, the sport has become synonymous with a laid back and cool beach lifestyle. However, I would argue that the surfer style was born from actually living the lifestyle and experiencing how spending countless hours in the Ocean transforms your soul. So instead of focusing on the coolest brand of clothing, trendy surfboard design, or brand-new accessories, I am sharing with you some common mistakes made by inexperienced surfers, which will help you become a better surfer and truly make you look your best at the beach. STICKY SIDE UP There is a misconception, possibly related to skiing and snowboarding, that putting wax on the bottom of a board will make it go faster. But if you are seen waxing the bottom of your surfboard, it is the fastest way to show the world you have taken zero effort to learn the basics of surfing. Surfboards are coated with polyurethane or epoxy resin and sanded down to be smooth which makes them naturally slick and glide on the surface of the water. Surf wax was invented so when you plant your foot down on the slippery deck of the board, it stays put and you can stand up. So always make sure to put a nice fresh coat of wax on the TOP of your board before you paddle out. Bonus tip: When at the beach, make sure not to put the top of the board down on the sand. When you pick it up the wax will be coated by a layer of it, much like an ice cream cone covered in sprinkles. Unfortunately, the sand on the wax will not feel good on your belly as you paddle around. BODY WAXING No, I have never seen anyone actually wax their body before going surfing... but I do see people carry their freshly waxed surfboards under their arm with the deck of the board facing toward their body. There are two reasons you always want to carry your board with the deck facing away from your body. 1) It is easier to carry because the flat bottom best fits against the side of your body and the curved... --- > Playa Grande Thursday, March 8, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-08 - Modified: 2018-03-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-march-8-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Thursday, March 8 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of Report: 8AM Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 1:18PM low tide with a following 7:20AM high tide. THE WAVES A LITTLE FAST BUT PLEASANT TO SURFING As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan --- > Playa avellanas Wednesday 7 March 2018 - Published: 2018-03-07 - Modified: 2018-03-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-wednesday-7-march-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday 7 March surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of Report: 7AM Today in avellanas , waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:33PM low tide with a following 6:34AM high tide. today a bit cold but with good waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo Monday,March 5, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-06 - Modified: 2018-03-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-mondaymarch-5-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Monday,March 5, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6AM - 2PM - 4PM Today in Playa tamarindo, waves are 1-3 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We've got a 5:28pm high tide with a following 11:41pm low tide. Very fun waves and a little cold As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Avellanas Tuesday, March 6, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-06 - Modified: 2018-03-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-march-6-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, March 6,surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of Report:6AM Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 3-5 feet with very good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:51AM low tide with a following 5:45AM high tide. Lots of fun waves out there with some barrels! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan --- > The Greatest Thursday of My Life - Published: 2018-03-04 - Modified: 2019-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-greatest-thursday-of-my-life/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews By: Natasha Feduik It happened during my fourth return trip to Witch's Rock Surf Camp. After arriving on Saturday, the 8 of us from New York had acclimated to our temporary life in paradise. Not to say we ever take the beauty of the luscious environment and lifestyle of Costa Rica for granted, but we had seen the incredible sun set for a few days. We had dined at the finest beach side restaurants in town. We had soaked up enough sun, sand, and surf to be able to carry it home with us. And the true feeling of relaxation and happiness was upon us. But then it happened... Thursday came. The day started early with a 6:00am surf call time, to catch a boat on the beach that was going to whisk us away to some secret surf spot. Six of us piled our sleepy selves into the boat, along with our surfboards and sunscreen, even though the sun was not even up yet. We cruised out of the Tamarindo cove and glided across the beautiful Pacific Ocean, as the sun rose over the mountains of shore, until we came to the most incredible place. A small, black sanded beach of a cover, with the pretties of back drops. Palm trees, a rocked cliff, pelicans swooping down over the waves, and no other people as far as the eye could see. The captain stopped the boat and the instructors yelled, “Okay! We are here! Everybody out! ” As we jumped from the boat into the warm water with our surfboards, I felt like I was in a scene of a movie! We surfed some of the best conditions on the planet that day. For hours and hours, until our arms couldn't paddle into another wave. On the way back to camp, as everyone on the boat was quiet with exhaustion and content, the captain abruptly stopped the boat and hushed the already silent passengers. There were whales. Two of them. Less than 100 feet from the boat. They were headed in the opposite direction, so the captain gave us the choice. And we decided to follow them. We trailed them quietly and watched in awe as they swam under and around us. Sporadic whale watching trip... sure! Could this day get any better? After returning to WRSC, we all gathered at Eat at Joe's to share our experiences... --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, March 3, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-03 - Modified: 2018-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-march-3-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Catalina with your Saturday, March 3 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2:30 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 3:59 pm high tide with a following 10:07 pm low tide. Good little waves for your first surf lesson As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande, Friday, March 2, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-02 - Modified: 2018-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-2-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Catalina with your Friday, March 2 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1:00 pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-4 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 3:13 pm high tide with a following 9:20 pm low tide. Good waves but with cold water As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande, Thursday, March 1, 2018 - Published: 2018-03-01 - Modified: 2018-03-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-march-1-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos tardes! This is Catalina with your Thursday, March 1 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:00 pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-4 feets with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 2:24 pm high tide with a following 8:29 pm low tide. A windy day with bad conditions As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, February 28, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-28 - Modified: 2018-02-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-february-28-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Wednesday, February 28 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9-11 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 1:30 pm high tide with a following 7:35 pm low tide. Small waves but with good shape for beginners As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, February 27, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-27 - Modified: 2018-02-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-february-27-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Tuesday, February 27 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 12:30 pm high tide with a following 6:32 pm low tide. Windy day with small waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday, February 26, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-26 - Modified: 2018-02-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-february-26-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Monday, February 26 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7-9-11 am Today in Playa Tamarindp, waves are 1-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 11:22 am high tide with a following 5:22 pm low tide. Good waves to start the week ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo – Saturday, February 24, 2018. - Published: 2018-02-24 - Modified: 2018-02-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-february-24-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Saturday, February 24 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 9:30 pm high tide with a following 3 pm low tide. The best conditions for surfing! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande – Friday, February 23, 2018. - Published: 2018-02-23 - Modified: 2018-02-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-february-23-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Friday, February 23 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-4 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 8:30 pm high tide with a following 1 am low tide. The best conditions for surfing! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Explore Your Guide to Costa Rica’s Unique Cuisine and discover the rich flavors that make Costa Rican dishes a must-try. - Published: 2018-02-22 - Modified: 2025-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/your-guide-to-costa-ricas-unique-cuisine-5-must-try-meals/ - Categories: Blog Costa Rica is an absolute culinary gem in the Latin American world. The unique flavors and dishes from all over the country attract countless tourists annually. The fresh produce, tropical ingredients, and years of traditional cooking make these dishes well worth traveling any distance. Dive in and enjoy some of our favorites! 1. Gallo Pinto Gallo Pinto is the Costa Rican take on rice and beans. It is a culinary staple in Costa Rica and is often included in other dishes. Its simplicity is key to its versatility and delicious flavor. Gallo Pinto is great with egg dishes for breakfast, on the side of any meat dish, or in a large serving as a meat free protein packed meal. 2. Ceviche While Ceviche is originally a Peruvian dish, I would argue that it has been perfected in Costa Rica. Whether it’s shrimp, tuna, or whatever the catch of the day is, you cannot go wrong ordering ceviche anywhere in Costa Rica. Ceviche is made with fish, that is soaked in citrus, usually lemon or lime. It is served with cilantro, onions, peppers, and often chips. It pairs great with any beer and is the perfect post surf snack. 3. Patacones Patacones are heavenly. They are made from green plantains that are peeled and sliced into thick pieces. They are quickly boiled on each side, then flattened into one large piece and fried on both sides. The result are these small disc shaped pieces of plantain goodness. Patacones are typically topped with salt and lime and often served with beans, avocado or pico de gallo. 4. Casado Casado is your typical Costa Rican plate. It’s not one food, rather a combination of several that make up the type of dish. Plates typically include rice, beans, fried sweet plantains, a salad, and protein (chicken, fish, beef, or pork). Casado is as Costa Rican as it gets. This tradition dish is also incredibly affordable and more than filling. For any traveler, Casado is the perfect meal to fuel you up for a day of surfing or exploring. 5. Chifrijo Chifrijo is the perfect bar food and another great companion for an ice-cold beer. The dish is typically served in a small bowl with a base layer of rice and beans and a topping of fried pork, avocado, and pico de gallo. Imperials best friend, Chifrijo can be found in most bars in... --- > Playa Avellenas – Thursday, February 22, 2018. - Published: 2018-02-22 - Modified: 2018-02-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellenas-thursday-february-22-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your thursday, February 22 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 1-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 7 am high tide with a following 1 am low tide. The best conditions for surfing! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Tamarindo – Wednesday, February 21, 2018. - Published: 2018-02-21 - Modified: 2018-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-february-21-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday, February 21 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 6 am high tide with a following 12 md low tide. A bit of wind, but with a little care the conditions are excellent for surfing ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande - Tuesday, February 20, 2018. - Published: 2018-02-20 - Modified: 2018-02-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-february-20-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Tuesday, February 20 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-4 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 6 pm high tide with a following 11:45 pm low tide. The water is cold, but the conditions for surfing are perfect As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Explore the journey of joy through surfing in Costa Rica. Discover how paddling out finding joy transformed a life. - Published: 2018-02-19 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/paddling-outfinding-joy/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews By: Rebecca Gullott I first discovered Costa Rica in 2010 when, after leaving my career at age 35 to pursue a graduate degree in a new field, I traveled solo to Nosara to pursue my life-long desire of learning to surf. After returning from that trip, I changed how I lived my life. Costa Rica, the pace, the culture, the people, the beauty, the giant grasshoppers, somehow made me feel different, happier than I’d ever been. My approach to living was forever altered. I didn’t quit everything to travel the world with nothing but a backpack and a surfboard. My priorities simply changed. New goals erupted from within. Achievement was redefined. The active pursuit of joy became far more prominent than it had ever been in my life. I was more determined in all things, more patient, more supportive of others, and more confident in myself. The feeling I experienced on that first trip to Costa Rica riding waves and laughing in the water with amazing new friends was more invigorating than I could have imagined. Since then, I’ve returned every year to explore surf breaks along the country’s Pacific Coast from Avellanas to Punta Banco. It wasn’t until 2017 that I finally made my way to Tamarindo when a friend suggested I join her for a week at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. It was worth the wait! On the hour-long jaunt from Liberia, I met a group from across the US and Canada who met at Witch’s Rock years ago and have returned every Thanksgiving week since, expanding in number year-by-year. If this group was any indication of the typical Tamarindo crowd, it would be a fun trip for sure. After meeting up with my friend for a quick dip in the Pueblo Dorado pool, we had a relaxing dinner at Eat at Joe’s complete with fantastic craft beer and sushi then it was off to bed early to be bright-eyed for our week’s surfing adventure. The next morning, after the cup of Costa Rican coffee I’d so been looking forward to, we met our intermediate surf tour group and our instructor, Shanti. Having left my board at home, I chose from a large cache of boards of all different shapes and dimensions and we paddled out to catch our boat to Playa Grande. At this point I knew for sure the was going to be a week... --- > Playa Tamarindo – Monday, February 19, 2018. - Published: 2018-02-19 - Modified: 2018-02-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-february-19-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Monday, February 19 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 5 pm high tide with a following 11:30 pm low tide. T he best surfing is always where the best attitude is ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande - Friday, February 16, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-17 - Modified: 2018-02-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-february-16-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Friday, February 16 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of Report: 2PM Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 9:40PM low tide with a following 3:41PM high tide. Today with cold water, but very fun waves for surfing. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan Pura vida DCIM979GOPRO --- > Tamarindo - Saturday, February 17, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-17 - Modified: 2023-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-february-17-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Saturday, February 17 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of Report: 3PM Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semichoppy surface conditions. We’ve got a 10:18PM low tide with a following 4:16PM high tide. Today with small and fun waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan Pura vida --- > Costa Rican Slang to Keep You in the Know in the Lineup - Published: 2018-02-15 - Modified: 2018-02-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rican-slang-to-keep-you-in-the-know-in-the-lineup/ - Categories: Blog While the official language of Costa Rica is Spanish, Ticos (Costa Ricans) seem to have developed a language of their own when it comes to slang. This is especially true for the surfing community. Your friends at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp want to keep you in the know in and out of the line up. We’ve put together a little sampling of Costa Rican slang to keep you savvy. So dive in and learn some Tico slang! 1. Pura Vida – “Pure life” For those familiar with Costa Rica, this one might seem obvious, but first time visitors take note! “Pura Vida” is much more than a bit of slang in Costa Rica, it is the defining way of life and general attitude of the entire population. Its uses are infinite. It can be used as a response to “How are you? ” Or simply put at the end of any sentence or phrase. 2. Mae or Mop - “Dude” The most literal translation of “Mae” and “Mop” is the English word “Dude. ” You’ll hear these words everyday if you listen for it. While “Dude” has become a gender neutral term in English, it typically refers to a man. 3. Diay- Used to express confusion. A common phrase for ticos, “Diay” is put into a sentence or response to insinuate confusion or uncertainty. “Are you sure there’s going to be waves? ” “Diay , I’m not sure. ” 4. Tuanis- “Cool, Nice, or Awesome” A word that actually evolved from the English slang phrase “Too Nice,” “Tuanis” is used to describe someone or something favorably. “What’s Johhny like? ” “He’s cool man, he’s tuanis. ” It can also be used as an answer yo “How are you”? “Tuanis gracias” 5. Guaro- Alcohol made from sugar cane / “booze” This is an important one for those post-surf shenanigans. Guaro is either a specific type of alcohol made from sugar cane or a general word to refer to booze. The main brand of Guaro is Cacique and make sure to order your “chili guaro” shot, typical Costa Rican! Not to forget to mention that guaro is cheap! 6. A Cachete –“Everything is great” “A Cachete” is a phrase you love to hear. When the waves are firing, the sun is shining, and your with your best friends at WRSC things are “A Cachete. ” 7. Suave un Toque- “Hold on... --- > Playa Grande - Thursday, February 15, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-15 - Modified: 2018-02-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-february-15-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Thursday, February 15 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of Report: 2PM Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 9:03PM low tide with a following 3:05PM high tide. With small waves but very fun to surf As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan --- > Tamarindo - Wednesday, February 14 ,2018 - Published: 2018-02-14 - Modified: 2018-02-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-february-14-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday, February 14 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of Report: 12PM 2PM 4PM Today in Tamarindo , waves are 1-3 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 8:24PM low tide with a following 2:25PM high tide. Today with strong winds and waves small. . Happy Valentine's Day As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Explore A Guide to the Wildlife of the Guanacaste Region and discover fascinating creatures during your visit to Costa Rica. - Published: 2018-02-13 - Modified: 2025-05-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-guide-to-the-wildlife-of-the-guanacaste-region/ - Categories: Blog It’s no secret that Costa Rica is a global leader in wild life conservation. Chances are that when you’re visiting us here in Tamarindo, you might encounter some wildlife. Whether you’re road tripping up the coast hunting waves, crossing the river to Playa Grande, or taking one of the awe inspiring rain forest tours here in Costa Rica, you might see some wild life that is unfamiliar to you. We at WRSC want you to be knowledgeable of all the critters we’ve got roaming around Costa Rica, so we’ve compiled a list of seven species, (along with their Spanish names,) you may encounter during your travels in Costa Rica. 1. Green Iguanas/Black Garrobos (Iguana Verde/Garrobo Negro) These guys are everywhere, from the rainforest, to the streets, and even the front porch of many WRSC rooms. Green Iguanas are the largest lizard species in all of Costa Rica, some adults measure up to 6 feet long, while the Black Iguana can measure just over 4 feet long. These guys may be large, but they are harmless. They are typically found either in trees or in rocky environments where they can hide. 2. Caiman & Crocodiles (Caimán y Cocodrilos) These reptiles are common in most river ways, swamps, and wetlands in Costa Rica. The Caiman are a common site on river tours, often mistaken for floating logs until they blink their eye. While Caiman may look like their cousins the American Crocodile, they are much smaller and therefore less dangerous. American Crocodiles on the other hand, can reach up to 16 feet in length and should be observed and appreciated from a safe distance. 3. Spider Monkey (Mono Aranas) These guys might take the cake for the cutest animal in Costa Rica, sadly they are also endangered. The Spider Monkey is a small monkey with an powerful tale. It is the most agile monkey in all of Costa Rica. There are about 4 or 5 different species of Spider Monkey, but the most common in the species in Costa Rica is the Black-Handed Spider Monkey. These guys can be found in the highly forested areas of Costa Rica. 4. Howler Monkey (Mono Aullador or Los Congos) Named for their distinct throaty Howls, Howler Monkeys are considered the loudest land animals in the world! Their howls can be heard for up to 3 miles, so chances are if you don’t see one,... --- > Playa grande - Tuesday February 13, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-13 - Modified: 2018-03-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-february-13-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, February 13 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of Report:12PM Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-5 feet with very good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very offshore providing us with semi-glassy surface conditions. We've got a 7:42PM low tide with a following 1:45PM high tide. Lots of fun waves out there with some barrels! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo - Monday, February 12, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-12 - Modified: 2018-03-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamrindo-monday-february-12-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Monday, February 12 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30AM - 10:30AM - 12:30PM Today in Playa tamarindo, waves are 1-2 in feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We've got a 12:18pm high tide with a following 6:41pm low tide. A day a bit difficult because of the winds. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo Saturday, February 10, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-10 - Modified: 2018-02-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-february-10-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Saturday, February 10 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:59 am high tide with a following 4:53 pm low tide. A good morning to start with your surf lessons. Join us ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande Friday, February 9, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-09 - Modified: 2018-02-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-february-9-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Friday, February 9 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-4 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:53 am high tide with a following 3:48 pm low tide. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. Funny waves to start the weekend ! See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande Thursday, February 8, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-08 - Modified: 2018-02-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-february-8-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Thursday, February 8 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 4-5 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:51 am high tide with a following 2:48 pm low tide. Good waves to start your day ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > 5 Yoga Poses to Improve Your Surfing - Published: 2018-02-08 - Modified: 2018-02-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-yoga-poses-to-improve-your-surfing/ - Categories: Blog Yoga and surfing. While these two activities seem to have stark differences, they are often and increasingly paired together. Other than the admiration of granola-types, what do these two sports have in common? And why are surf legends like Gerry Lopez becoming equally as respected and renowned in the yoga world as they are in the surfing world? It all comes down to what yoga has to offer surfers. Increased mobility, balance, and fluidity. Seems pretty great right? Yoga’s focus on stability, breath control, and strength give surfers exactly what they need to improve out of the water. So, dive in and learn how you can improve your surfing just in time for your next trip to WRSC! Sukhasana (Easy Pose) Contrary to its name, Easy pose proves challenging for those of us who spend much of the day seated in chairs, or even on boards in the lineup. To execute this pose, come into a seated position with your butt planted firmly on the floor. Cross your legs with your feet situated directly below your knees. Seem pretty easy right? Not exactly, now you need to press your hip bones into the floor while simultaneously reaching your head up to elongate the spine, pressing your chest outward in the process and keeping your shoulders down. Even though you’re doing a lot, for someone who's just sitting on the floor, it’s important to keep your face and jaw relaxed during the whole process. As surfers, our hips are very rarely in an open position. We are either sitting on are a board or crouched on top of it riding a wave. This pose is crucial to maintaining proper hip function and health. Adho Mukha śvānāsana (Downward Facing Dog) Downward Facing Dog is simple, yet incredibly effective when it comes to training hamstring flexibility, which is key to an efficient pop-up. Begin on the floor on your hands and knees. Your knees should be directly below your hips at the same width, your wrist should be under your shoulders at the same width. Spread your palms, keeping your index fingers parallel. Take a breath, as you exhale lift your knees off the floor, keeping them slightly bent. Start to lengthen your tailbone to the sky. As you continue to breathe, push your quadriceps back and attempt to place your heels on the ground. The pose should be done with your... --- > Playa Tamarindo Wednesday, February 7, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-07 - Modified: 2018-02-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-february-7-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Wednesday, February 7 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6 am - 8 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:55 am high tide with a following 1:55 pm low tide. Small waves on a windy day and cold water. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Marbella Tuesday, February 6, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-06 - Modified: 2018-02-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-tuesday-february-6-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Tuesday, February 6 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Marbella, waves are 2-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:04 am high tide with a following 1:06 pm low tide. Enjoy some good waves in the morning ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo Monday, February 5, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-05 - Modified: 2018-02-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-february-5-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Monday, February 5 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:14 am high tide with a following 12:19 pm low tide. Start your day with a fun surf session ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > 5 Things to do in and Around Tamarindo for When You’re All Surfed Out - Published: 2018-02-05 - Modified: 2023-06-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-things-to-do-in-and-around-tamarindo-for-when-youre-all-surfed-out/ - Categories: Blog You’re going to get the best waves of your life when you come visit us here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, no one doubts that. But sometimes, every so often, we simply feel “surfed out. ” Our arms are tired from paddling and our skin is a bit burnt from the radiant tropical sun. We want to keep surfing, we will keep surfing, but we need to take a few hours off. Those hours can easily be spent relaxing here at WRSC, enjoying an ice cold beer at Volcano Brewing Company, or getting a tranquil post-surf massage. But we want you to know you’ve got options. Guanacaste is filled with non-surf related activities in and out of the water. And our friendly front desk staff can help you find exactly what you’re looking for. So dive in and see what Tamarindo has to offer, before you head out for your next surf that is. 1. Sunset Sailing Skip the booze cruise catamarans and charter a smaller more intimate boat tour. Head to Flamingo Marina and climb aboard a beautiful 50-foot sailboat to explore the waters of Guanacaste. Snorkel, fish, or just take in the views as you sail across the turquoise blue Pacific Ocean. 2. Snorkel/Dive at Catalina Island You’ve already spent countless hours on top of the water catching waves, why not check out whats under the surface? Some of the best diving in all of Costa Rica lies just off the coast of Northern Guanacaste in the Catalina Islands. The Catalina Island chain is an archipelago of rocky outcroppings that sit off the Nicoya Peninsula and offer a glimpse into the regions exotic marine life. The area is famous for their large manta and bat rays, sea turtles, tropical fish, and the occasional friendly whale shark. 3. Hike in Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park Just a 2-hour drive from Playa Tamarindo, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park is a natural wonder waiting to be explored. Immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s natural beauty with an all-day trek to challenge the inner adventurer in you. Or, take a moderate 3-hour hike through the jungle and keep an eye out for monkeys along the way. The park is full of waterfalls, natural hot springs, geothermal pools, and of course trails leading to the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. The climb to the top of Volcan... --- > Playa Tamarindo Saturday, February 03, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-03 - Modified: 2018-02-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-february-03-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Saturday / February 03 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:30 md Today in Playa Grande waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 11 pm low tide with a following 5 pm high tide. Excellent day to surf, the wind is still strong, but with due caution, you can enjoy the day. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande Friday, February 02, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-02 - Modified: 2018-02-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-february-02-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Friday / February 02 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2 pm Today in Playa Grande waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 10:30 pm low tide with a following 4:30 pm high tide. The best conditions for surfing, while being careful with the wind. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Ready for a refreshing treat? Discover how to enjoy a post-surf beer, crafted with love right by the beach. - Published: 2018-02-01 - Modified: 2025-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-enjoy-a-post-surf-beer/ - Categories: Blog You’ve dragged your limp, weary body from the ocean after surfing the best waves of your life (well, at least until tomorrow). Your arms are so tired you can barely lift your board. Your legs are cramping from lack of nourishment. It’s time for refreshments. A little post-surf pick-me-up... Beer! But not just any old beer will do. No. You need real beer, with a delicious, complex flavor, brewed with love right there on the beach. As you stagger across the sand to El Vaquero Brew Pub at WRSC, ignore any distractions. Don’t concern yourself with the sunbathers surrounding you; you’re on a mission. Ignore the Corona sign next door telling you to “find your beach. ” You don't need help finding your beach. You’ve found it. Now, find your barstool. Once you’ve bellied up, it’s time to make a tough decision. Which handcrafted, delicious beer will you enjoy first? You’re stuck between a rock and hard place. Do you order the crisp and flavorful Witch’s Rock Pale Ale? Or, do you indulge in the rich and satisfying Gato Malo Brown Ale? Maybe, you’re feeling bold enough to try the new Witchs Rock IPA. There are no wrong answers here. Can’t decide? Go ahead and order all three. Hey, you’re on vacation, right? Post surf hydration is critical. Then comes the hardest part: waiting for your barkeep to fill the glasses. You watch in dire anticipation as he tilts a frosty, chilled glass under the tap. Each pour is scientific in its execution. Your fingers shake with glee as you reach for your glass, so cold it stings your fingers. The first sip pairs perfectly with the thin film of salt on your upper lip, creating a heavenly concoction of flavor. The medium-bodied balance of the Witch’s Rock Pale Ale is like a refreshing breeze through your soul, while the malty taste of the Gato Malo Brown Ale rewards your hard work, and finally, the hints of tropical citrus in the Witch's Rock IPA send you into a beer-lover’s post-surf euphoria. Now sit back and enjoy your bliss. Repeat daily for optimum happiness. --- > Playa Grande Thursday, February 01, 2018 - Published: 2018-02-01 - Modified: 2018-02-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-february-01-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Thurday / February 01 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1 pm Today in Playa Grande waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 9:30 pm low tide with a following 3:30 pm high tide. Be careful with the wind conditions, it is strong, and the precaution is not over. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Tamarindo Wednesday, January 30, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-31 - Modified: 2018-01-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-january-30-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday / January 31 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12 md Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 8:40 pm low tide with a following 2:40 pm high tide. The wind is quite strong, so it is advised to be careful. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande Tuesday, January 30, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-30 - Modified: 2018-01-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-january-30-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Tuesday / January 30 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11 am Today in Playa Playa Grande, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 7:40 pm low tide with a following 1:40 pm high tide. Perfect waves for good surfing As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Giving Thanks for Witch's Rock (10 Trips and Counting) - Published: 2018-01-29 - Modified: 2019-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/giving-thanks-for-witchs-rock-10-trips-and-counting/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews by: Paul Minders My Witch’s Rock story started back in mid-2012 when a couple of friends in Chicago suggested that a few of us in Dallas check out Tamarindo and WRSC. They had just spent a week in Costa Rica without their kids, and had grabbed a few days in Tamarindo. They loved it. So, we started to make plans for that Thanksgiving, primarily because my two friends wanted to escape from the usual family holiday. As it got closer to needing to lock in reservations they bailed. I didn’t think much of it and bailed as well. The following year we went through the same conversation and decided we would go for Thanksgiving 2013. So, the same plans were made and as it came time to fully commit they bailed again. This time I decided as may as well go and check things out. Given that I was going by myself I loaded my luggage with things to read and DVD’s to watch. I figured I would have the daily surf lesson and then just relax and have a quiet week. I landed in Liberia, found the WRSC driver and jumped in the shuttle van with a mix of first-timers and returning guests. A few in particular were part of a larger group that met there every Thanksgiving. The main thing that was interesting was it seemed that with a few exceptions, the people in this group hadn’t really known each other before they met at WRSC. Now they just came back each Thanksgiving to spend the week together. My first week was amazing, not my surfing, but everything else! Costs Rica is such a beautiful country and the people are very warm and inviting. WRSC makes everything easy and everyone that works at camp plays a part in making your time there a great experience. I hadn’t surfed in over 30 years so I had booked Beginner Lessons. Very early on they bumped me into the Intermediate tours group and I found myself on van rides or boat rides to various other breaks with some people from the group I met on the airport shuttle. What a great way to enjoy a surf trip and see more of Costa Rica! My surf group and the rest of their friends basically took me under their wing from that point on and, well, I never took a book or... --- > Tamarindo Monday, January 29, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-29 - Modified: 2018-01-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-january-29-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your monday / January 29 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 12;30 am low tide with a following 6:30 pm high tide. The perfect day for beginners in surfing As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Tamarindo Saturday, January 27, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-27 - Modified: 2018-03-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-january-27-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Saturday, January 27 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00AM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with crystal clear water and small wave conditions. We’ve got a 10:32AM high tide with a following 4:38PM low tide. Come surf some small waves and have fun with your friends As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa grande Friday, January 27, 2017 - Published: 2018-01-26 - Modified: 2018-01-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-january-27-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Friday, January 27 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00AM Today in Playa Grande , waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 9:24AM high tide with a following 3:22PM low tide. A day with small, clear waves to go for some fun As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Discover the fascinating journey of surfing’s sleepy start in Costa Rica and how it became a surfing paradise. - Published: 2018-01-25 - Modified: 2025-05-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfings-sleepy-start-in-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog Surfing is ingrained in Costa Rica’s coastal culture, but it hasn’t always been that way. In 1974 there were just 20 native surfers here, and traveling surfers of that era thought Costa Rica was too remote. So how did surfing catch on in Costa Rica? In the 1980’s, the American Surf Press ran a series of articles about the “Central American Paradise” featuring beautiful images of its waves and coastlines. But this made only a small impression, and by the early 90’s less than 500 Ticos had taken up the sport. Starting in 1992, several surf contests put breaks like Boca Barranca and Playa Hermosa on the map. Then, in 1994, filmmaker Bruce Brown released Endless Summer II, his sequel to the classic original. The new film followed longtime WRSC partner Robert August through Costa Rica and featuring the surf breaks near Tamarindo. The film introduced Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point to the world, two World Class Waves that helped define Costa Rican surfing today. Since then, the number of local surfers have exploded, and surfing has become a part of Costa Rica’s “Pura Vida” lifestyle. Local kids surf after school, families surf together on weekends, and young Costa Rican pro surfers are placing in the top ten, and even winning international surfing events. Costa Rica's Dream Team - Pro surfers When we first drove our school bus to Tamarindo, in 2001, there was just a dirt road, a few shacks on the beach, and as much lobster as you could pluck off the rocks. The area didn’t even have phone service until 1996! At the same time, we also rented a house in Playas del Coco, the rendezvous point for boat trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point. Just as surfing and surf tourism has grown in Costa Rica, our business has grown too. We’ve gone from renting a ramshackle house on the beach with a maximum of 4 guests to building a 12-room hotel that then became 18. One of the best things about being in Tamarindo for almost 20 years is that we have been able to watch the sport of surfing grow from a fringe activity to a healthy sport that families do together. We’ve also become a figurehead for protecting our local environment and safety. We established the first water treatment plant in Tamarindo, and lobbied the government to take action against aggressive development.... --- > Playa Ostional Thursday January 25, 2017 - Published: 2018-01-25 - Modified: 2018-01-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-ostional-thursday-january-25-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Thursday January 25 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30AM Today in ostional, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 8:24AM high tide with a following 2:23PM low tide. A nice day to surf and have fun with the waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Tamarindo Wednesday, January 24, 2017 - Published: 2018-01-24 - Modified: 2018-01-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-january-24-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday, January 24 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6AM - 8AM - 10AM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 7:32 AM high tide with a following 1:33PM low tide. A very fun day to surf to have fun with your instructor. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA DCIM101GOPROG0200104. DCIM101GOPROG0220106. --- > Playa Grande Tuesday January 23, 2017 - Published: 2018-01-23 - Modified: 2018-01-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-january-23-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report, Uncategorized Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday January 23 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7AM Today in Playa grande, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with clear and glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:47AM high tide with a following 12:49PM low tide. An excellent sunrise with very good waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Tamarindo Monday, January 22, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-22 - Modified: 2018-01-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-january-22-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Monday, January 22 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6AM 8AM Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were wind offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We've got a 6:07AM high tide with a following 12:10PM low tide. Excellent day to practice surfing with family and friends As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Playa Tamarindo Saturday January 20, 2018. - Published: 2018-01-20 - Modified: 2018-01-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-january-20-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Giovanny with your January 20 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12 md Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 11 pm low tide with a following 5 pm high tide. The best Saturday to surf with all your friends. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande Friday January 19, 2018. - Published: 2018-01-19 - Modified: 2018-01-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-january-19-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Giovanny with your January 19 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2 pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 10:30 pm low tide with a following 5 pm high tide. The tide is something strong, is not more but with care As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny DCIM100GOPROG0079921. --- > Discover the most common surf injuries and how to prevent them for a safer surfing experience while riding the waves. - Published: 2018-01-18 - Modified: 2025-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/most-common-surf-injuries/ - Categories: Blog And How to Avoid Them. People often ask, “Are you afraid of getting attacked by a shark when you surf? I always respond by saying I am in more danger driving to the beach than I am while actually in the water surfing. The reality is that getting bitten by a shark is one of the smallest risks you face when surfing. Ironically, I've found that the one thing that is most dangerous while surfing is also the thing you need the most... Your surfboard. There is a pretty good chance that if you go surfing, you will get hit by your surfboard or someone else's surfboard. 90% of the time, getting hit by a surfboard doesn’t result in anything more than a bruise. But to make sure things don’t get more serious, be aware of the following situations and check out the tips below. YOUR BOARD Yes, the board you are trying to stand on can fight back and give you a few bruises. Here the three most common ways you can get hit by your own board, and the best way to avoid them from happening: 1) A wave pushes the board back into you as you are trying to jump over it. When walking out to the lineup you have to get yourself and your board past the break zone which typically has whitewater waves rolling in. As you push your way through, the force of the wave pushes back trying to knock you and your board back to shore. TIP: To prevent this from happening, always keep your board at your side as you are walking out to the waves. Even though it may seem instinctual to hold the board in front of you like a shield, keep the board beside you when you are not paddling. If possible, lift the nose of your board up and over the wave by pushing down on the tail. 2) Falling in front of your board. Just like in other sports, there is a right way and a wrong way to wipeout. As the wave pushes you and your board forward, there is a chance that you will fall in front of your board. This will increase your chances of a collision. TIP: Most of the time, there is a brief moment between popping-up on the board to falling down where you can anticipate how the wave will... --- > Playa Guiones Thursday January 18, 2018. - Published: 2018-01-18 - Modified: 2018-01-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-guiones-thursday-january-18-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Giovanny with your January 18 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 10 pm low tide with a following 4 pm high tide. The best waves with the best attitude. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Tamarindo Wednesday January 17, 2018. - Published: 2018-01-17 - Modified: 2018-01-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-january-17-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Giovanny with your January 17 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12 md Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We've got a 9:30 pm low tide with a following 3:30 pm high tide. Despite the cold we never stop surfing, the best waves with the best attitude. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Some Things are Worth Saying Twice - Published: 2018-01-16 - Modified: 2019-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/some-things-are-worth-saying-twice/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews by: Joe Fortney I honestly can’t remember how many years we have been coming to WRSC, or how many times we have been there... It’s an annual event for us, and during one year we visited twice within the space of a few months. However, frequency is not important, there’s no award for number of trips, or amount of years attended... I see it as the quality of the experiences. So, as I ponder what to write for my Talk Story, how to express our experiences with WRSC, I choose to reflect on our favorite trip there - April 2014 - the year of the ultimate sunset beach party! NJ invaded WRSC in April of 2014, over 25 of our family and friends took off for Tamarindo, Costa Rica over Spring Break for sun, surf and fun -- and to help us celebrate 20 years of marriage with a beach vow renewal ceremony! WRSC had become our favorite spot for our family vacations. We made annual trips, each year bringing more friends to experience pura vida! Our group of friends was diverse in age and experience, from 5-years old to 55-years old, true beginner-to-true/expert waterman! We promised the trip would fit each of us perfectly, and it did! Each day, a new surf spot, a new adventure! Tamarindo waves right out front, the river mouth, Playa Grande, Marbella, Nosara, Avellanas and secret spots along the coast... so many great spots to access by van, boat or by foot. We all caught our best waves and made great memories. We had our vow renewal ceremony on the beach at sunset at El Vaquero. Witch’s Rock did an amazing job with everything. From flowers to cupcakes, to a great romantic, surf-inspired setting, everything was perfect. To my knowledge, this was the first of its kind at WRSC, and it was absolutely perfect! Our sons were part of the ceremony, dressed in board shorts and bare feet, of course. We all exchanged custom bracelets to symbolize our family bond with the inscription “in low tide and high tide, I’ll be by your side. ” We used the same cake topper from our first wedding, updated a bit to reflect the surroundings and theme. We had coozies made with a new design that perfectly described what our life had become. DJ Matos did an amazing job with music and we danced all night... --- > Playa Grande Tuesday, January 16, 2018. - Published: 2018-01-16 - Modified: 2018-01-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-january-16-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Giovanny with your January 16 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1:30 pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We've got a 8 pm low tide with a following 3pm high tide. The wind is strong, but the waves are visible. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Tamarindo Monday January 15, 2018. - Published: 2018-01-15 - Modified: 2023-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-january-15-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Giovanny with your Monday / January 15 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:30 Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report wereOffshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We've got a 8 am low tide with a following 2 pm high tide. The best waves to start the year As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande, Saturday, January 13, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-13 - Modified: 2018-01-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-saturday-january-13-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Saturday, January 13 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-4 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 12:36 pm high tide with a following 6:31 pm low tide. Fun waves to start the weekend ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Explore "11 Trips and Counting," a travel blog dedicated to sharing unique experiences, insightful tips, and inspiring stories from various destinations worldwide - Published: 2018-01-12 - Modified: 2025-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/11-visits-and-counting/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews By: Joe Marino (11 trips and counting) Since my first visit to Witch’s seven years ago, I’m not the same old guy sliding into the 60s, watching TV, eating ice cream (chocolate chip cookie dough if I’m lucky), and waiting for retirement. Here are some of the biggest changes: 1. I feel like a young whipper snapper. I have lost 30 pounds since first time getting off the shuttle from Liberia. After the first surf lesson where J Luis would say “paddle hard, stand up! ”, my arms felt like old rubber bands on fire. After a week of surfing, I found muscles that were never there before. So, I got a surf workout program and tried to get in a little better condition before the next visit to Witch’s. And now I’m in the best shape of my life. 2. “What? ? You are from LA and you don’t speak Spanish? ” My friend, Irene, who worked at “Joe’s” asked me this one night at the bar. Now you don’t need to know Spanish in Costa Rica, but I had no good answer for her. So, I got some Spanish apps and a book and now I can have a basic conversation (I sound like a five-year-old, but it works). 3. Crazy Monkey wall flower no more It was after my second trip and watching everyone in my surf class having a blast on Friday night dancing salsa and Merengue to a live band at Mono Loco as I stood by with my beer getting warm. I went home and popped the question every wife would love to hear, “How would you like to take some dance lessons with me? ” We all know the answer to that inquiry, and now we can Salsa, Rumba, Cha-Cha, and Tango with the best of them. (For extra money, I’m thinking I could be one of those taxi dancers on the cruise ships. ) 4. A real surfer The biggest impact is now I am a surfer. Before my first trip to Witch’s I never really surfed. So, I was starting from zero. Now I have four boards, two wet suits, wax, and a rack on my car. It is all because Joe Walsh created Witch’s to meet every surfer's needs and makes sure everyone has a great time. From the world class instructors, great eats, beers, drinks, Pirate Radio, Robert... --- > Playa Grande, Friday, January 12, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-12 - Modified: 2018-01-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-january-12-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Friday, January 12 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-2 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 11:39 am high tide with a following 4:34 pm low tide. After the rain, come to surf some small waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Learn how to effectively explain your passion for surfing to non-surfers in your life and share your unique experiences. - Published: 2018-01-11 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/explaining-your-passion-to-non-surfers/ - Categories: Blog Photo Credit: Chris String Surfing has an all-encompassing nature to it. Once it grabs hold, it does not let go. How we eat, how we exercise, how we think, and what we focus on can become influenced by the sport. It can have a philosophical impact, so much so that a recent article in The Atlantic posed a question about whether surfing is more sport or religion. Unless you are surrounded constantly by surfers, the passion for surfing can seem intriguing—or perhaps even peculiar—to friends, parents, spouses, and colleagues. In a 1987 Surfer article, the author quotes Patagonia co-founder Yvon Chouinard as saying, “Surfing is one of those useless sports—it has no value to society. ” How, then, to explain that something so useless to the world can have such profound impact on the individual? Here are some answers to the questions you may hear. Yes, I do think about it all the time. Surfing does not draw in the passive. William Finnegan, in his book Barbarian Days, describes how when you commit to a surfer, you commit to surfing. As his friend explains: “It's like if you or I hooked up with a fanatical shopper ... you'd have to accept that your entire life would be traveling around to malls. Or, really, more like waiting for malls to open. ” Getting hooked on surfing begins before a person even enter the water. He or she watches others, considers the elements, thinks about what the experience might be like, overcomes trepidation. A person may have experience in the ocean—bodyboarding or swimming—or be completely new. Yet even as a beginner, it’s an immediate challenge. From the first paddle out to the first push forward in the whitewater to the first time standing, the process of surfing offers a powerful rush to all who experience it. Each time you see someone stand and raise their hands to the sky, you can see they are hooked. It’s fun, exhilarating from the start. And we chase that feeling onwards. Why? ‘Cause science. Surfing is good for your mental and physical health. The physical benefits are well established. Paddling, swimming, and surfing force us to strengthen every part of our bodies and also to improve balance and coordination. But the mental benefits are being studied as well, and may offer the greatest explanation for our passion. Surfing puts us squarely in the moment. It... --- > Playa Grande, Thursday, January 11, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-11 - Modified: 2018-01-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-january-11-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Thursday, January 11 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were gentle offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:36 am high tide with a following 4:34 pm low tide. Small waves but a good way to awaken the body this morning ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, January 10, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-10 - Modified: 2018-01-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-january-10-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Wednesday, January 10 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6-8-10 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:32 high tide with a following 3:32 pm low tide. Good waves to practice your surf. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Find out how a trip to Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Costa Rica changed one person's life, and why it's a must-visit destination for surfers. - Published: 2018-01-09 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-witchs-rock-surf-camp-ruined-my-life/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews by: Kathryn Rutti (Insta: @kathrynrutti In April of 2016, I booked a 10-day solo surf trip to Costa Rica, 7 days of which were spent at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. I desperately needed to get away. At the time I was living in the Bay Area and working at a new tech start up. I was the first marketing hire and the pressure to drive leads was substantial. I had been there for nearly 1. 5 years and was burning out BIG TIME. Learning how to surf in Costa Rica was a bucket list item I had put on the back burner for years. I thought about it every time I planned a new trip, but always found a reason not to go. Friends were busy, they didn’t want to surf, timing was off... I made excuses about going alone because, well, that was scary. Between the rave reviews I read over and over again, and being fed up with my fear, I said screw it, and booked my trip. I played it safe and booked the female “solo traveler” room as well. This option has 3 beds for 3 single ladies (they also have one for the boys, too) and ensured I’d meet at least a few people. It was perfect. What’s the worst that could happen? ;) Looking back this makes me smile. I had no idea how pivotal this trip would be for me. It literally changed my life. I was definitely a bit nervous about my first solo trip, as I had no idea what to expect. Would I meet anyone? Would I be alone the whole time? Would everyone be 21? Would I hate surfing? Be terrible at it? It’s funny how the things you worry about tend to turn out the exact opposite. Here’s what happened at Witch’s Rock: I met tons of people and became good friends with about 10 other single, solo travelers in their 30’s. (Whaaaat! ). We’re still in touch and travel together today. I laughed more and harder than I had in years. I spent 90% of my day outside (ah-mazing). I did karaoke for the first time (and killed it) I learned how to surf. (And got over my fear of if. ) I practiced my Spanish. (Becoming bilingual is another bucket list item :) I found it pretty ironic that I had to travel nearly 4,000... --- > Playa Avellanas, Tuesday, January 9, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-09 - Modified: 2018-01-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-january-9-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Tuesday, January 9 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 1-3 feets with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:30 am high tide with a following 2:33 pm low tide. Bring your longboard and have fun ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday, January 8, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-08 - Modified: 2018-01-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-january-8-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Monday, January 8 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6-8-10 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glassy surface conditions. We've got a 7:32 am high tide with a following 1:38 pm low tide. Small waves but perfect to lear and practice surfing ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande , Friday, January 5, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-06 - Modified: 2018-01-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-january-5-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report, Uncategorized Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Friday, January 5 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2PM Today in Playa grande, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with water clear surface conditions. We've got a 5:26PM high tide with a following 11:30PM low tide. A fun day to surf and hang out with friends As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA . . DCIM100GOPROG0169348. DCIM100GOPROG0199370. DCIM100GOPROG0139294. DCIM100GOPROG0189368. --- > Tamarindo Wednesday, January 3, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-04 - Modified: 2018-01-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-january-3-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday ,January 3 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12PM - 2PM- 3PM Today in Tamarindo , waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi chopy surface conditions. We've got a 3:00PM high tide with a following 9:45PM low tide. Small waves but an excellent Day to learn surfear. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > 5 Defining Moments in Surfing History - Published: 2018-01-04 - Modified: 2018-01-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-defining-moments-in-surfing-history/ - Categories: Blog Duke Kahanamoku & George Freeth Introduce Surfing to the World While surfing has been around for thousands of years, its presence as a mainstream sport in the United States was almost non-existent. That is until two legends, Duke Kahanamoku and George Freeth, came to the mainland US from Hawaii to share the sport with beach goers all over the country. The Irish-Hawaiian George Freeth ventured to Southern California in 1907 to give public surfing demonstrations at the invitation of Henry Huntington (of Huntington Beach). Freeth’s “aquatic demonstrations” in which he rode a massive 8-foot long, 200-pound redwood board were a hit. And surfing took off in Southern California. Duke Kahanamoku of Hawaii was propelled into fame, and took the sport of surfing with him when he won a gold medal for swimming in the 1912 Olympics. Like Freeth, Duke gave surfing demonstrations around the world, popularizing the sport on coasts all over the globe. Bruce Brown’s Endless Summer Featuring WRSC’s Robert August When Bruce Brown’s seminal surf film The Endless Summer made its 1966 summer debut, surfing was propelled into mainstream pop culture. The film follows two young surfers Mike Hynson and Witch’s Rock’s own, Robert August as they travel the world looking for waves in search of an “endless summer. ” The film has inspired countless surfers and travelers to pick up a board, pack a bag, and get out there. The film remains widely popular with surfers and non-surfers alike. If you want to see some of our other favorite surfing films, check this post. The Invention of the Modern Thruster Boards have come a long way since George Freeth rode his 200-pound redwood board in Huntington Beach. Today, there are countless surfboard styles and shapes. Check out our guide to navigating the many surfboard shapes. No new board shape sent surfing skyrocketing forward quite like the modern thruster. In a time where single fins were fading in popularity to their speedy twin fin counter part, one surfer was frustrated with lack of control on twin fins. Simon Anderson, an Australian professional surfer, came up with the thruster in October of 1980 for the purpose of improving his competitive surfing. Today, the 3-fin thruster remains the industry standard for high performance surfboards. Tow in Surfing Before the 1990s, waves 20-feet and over were considered by most to be unsurfable. It is not that pre-1990s big wave surfers... --- > Playa Ostional Thursday, January 4, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-04 - Modified: 2018-01-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-ostional-thursday-january-4-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Thursday, January 4 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7AM Today in Playa ostional, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 4:02AM high tide with a following 10:15AM low tide. A PLEASANT DAY TO PRACTICE SURF AND VERY FRESH As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA --- > Brewery + Surfing = Chet's Favorite Place - Published: 2018-01-02 - Modified: 2019-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/breweries-and-surfing/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews by Chet Collins In the winter of 2016, my company got hired to build a Brewery in San Jose. I personally took the job, in order to see the beautiful country and to learn to surf. I did research and decided to visit Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, partly because of the brewery, and partly because of their emphasis and focus on surfing instruction. I’m so glad I did. It is not only just a surf camp, but a world class brewery as well... my kind of place. As a single traveler, it was a perfect setup for me to learn how to surf and to meet new people. The surf instructors and camp staff are incredible. My experience was so fantastic that I decided to commit to coming one week a month, throughout the entire winter to improve on my surfing. No matter the surf conditions, management and surf instructors are able to find the very best spot for the day. Witch’s Rock employees have been so great and have become good personal friends. In the past two years I have made friends with other fellow surfers and still stay in contact with 100s of them. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing surf vacation or someplace to go out and party like a rock star, this is the place to be! I loved it so much that I brought my two daughters and their friends with me for spring break last year. They are 17 and 14 and were beginner surfers. They were a little timid at first, but by the end of the week there were hooked for life! ! With the help of the front desk and surf instructors everyone worked so hard to make sure they had the most incredible experience possible. That is the type of staff that Witch’s Rock employs! With my girls now being big travelers there is no contemplating on where they want to go on vacation... . It’s Witch’s Rock! ! ! Coming up with my most memorable experience is a tough one because there are so many, but I would say it was the first time going to a surf spot, a 2-hour drive south of Tamarindo with Paco (I would tell you the name of it but its top secret! ! ! Haha. ) Large waves, perfect swell, and consistent lefts with no other surfers but us. And to... --- > Playa Grande Tuesday,January 2, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-02 - Modified: 2018-01-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesdayjanuary-2-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday , January 2 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1:00PM Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 2:53PM high tide with a following 8:52PM low tide. A nice day to surf with friends and plenty of sun. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA DCIM100GOPROG0019055. DCIM100GOPROG0169078. DCIM100GOPROG0109064. --- > Tamarindo , Monday, January 1, 2018 - Published: 2018-01-01 - Modified: 2018-01-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-january-1-2018/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Monday, January 1 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11AM / 1PM / 3PM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with a little moved surface conditions. We've got a 2:00pm high tide with a following 7:57pm low tide. The first waves of the year a little small but very fun to practice surfing, Happy New Year... As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! (Jonathan) PURA VIDA... DCIM100GOPROG0038900. DCIM100GOPROG0058902. DCIM100GOPROG0068903. DCIM100GOPROG0088905. --- > Playa Tamarindo Saturday 30 December, 2017. - Published: 2017-12-30 - Modified: 2017-12-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-30-december-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tarde! This is Giovanny with your Saturday/30 December surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12 md Today in Giovanny, waves are 1-2 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were OffShore providing us with choppi surface conditions. We've got a 12 md low tide with a following 6 pm high tide. Last weekend of the year, excellent waves and thanks for surfing with us. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny DCIM100GOPROG0098894. DCIM100GOPROG0078892. DCIM100GOPROG0058890. --- > Playa Grande Friday 28 December, 2017. - Published: 2017-12-29 - Modified: 2017-12-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-28-december-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Friday December surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 5 pm low tide with a following 11 am high tide. Happy new year and big waves surfers. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny DCIM100GOPROGOPR8812. DCIM100GOPROGOPR8814. DCIM100GOPROGOPR8833. DCIM100GOPROGOPR8855. --- > Playa Grande Thursday 28 December, 2017. - Published: 2017-12-28 - Modified: 2017-12-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-28-december-2017/ - Categories: Surf Camp Buenos Tardes! This is Giovanny with your Thursday 28 / 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report wereoffshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 4 pm high tide with a following 10 am high tide. The best thing you can do this last week is to surf with these excellent conditions. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny (more... ) --- > Make 2018 Your Best Surfing Year Yet - Published: 2017-12-28 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/make-2018-your-best-surfing-year-yet/ - Categories: Blog This time of year, we reflect. As surfers, life is pretty good. We chase a simple passion: board in hand, looking for swell. But there are always ways we can grow. It could be a change in habit, an improvement in health, a check next to a bucket list item, or a recommitment to some aspect of life. Here we focus on some ideas for resolutions related to surfing. With resolutions, specificity is key. Think about goals that are manageable and realistic. Of course, surfing resolutions will generally be fun. They’re less about giving up anything and more about building experiences and getting better at what we love. So, with a thank you and a goodbye to 2017, here are some thoughts for the upcoming year. Challenge Yourself We progress by pushing our limits and addressing weaknesses. If your comfort level is waist-to-chest high surf, set a goal to charge a head-high set. If you live in a cold-water location, commit to heading out when it’s a few degrees colder this year. Maybe there’s a technical break you haven’t braved yet. Perhaps you would like to improve your backhand riding, perfect your cutback, or pull into your first tube! Having a goal—especially one that seems just out of reach—motivates us. This year, enter the water with a plan for how to progress, and you will. Explore Others’ Stories We derive inspiration from many sources. One is through the lives of others. There are a number of books and movies about surfing that can affect your surfing skill, motivation, or goals. Want to learn about the passion for surfing that drove an individual throughout his life? Check out the Pulitzer Prize-winning, Barbarian Days. Or perhaps it’s the pure power of the ocean that moves you. In that case, check out The Wave, which tracks the surfers and scientists that pursue monster swells. You could also commit to watching a few of our top surfing movies. No matter your preference, set a resolution to delve deeper into the stories of surfing. Go Mental We often focus our attention to the physical demands of surfing. Yet surfing allows us to tap into both the physical and the mental aspects of life. We can train our brain to be better prepared and help boost our surfing. From finding peace and relaxation to overcoming fear and anxiety, the brain affects everything we do. Techniques... --- > Playa Tamarindo Wednesday 27 December, 2017. - Published: 2017-12-27 - Modified: 2017-12-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-27-december-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday / 27 December surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 3 am low tide with a following 9 am high tide. To wake up early to take the best waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande Tuesday 26 December, 2017. - Published: 2017-12-26 - Modified: 2017-12-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-26-december-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Tuerday / 26 December surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 2 pm low tide with a following 8 am high tide. The tide is changing but excellent for surfing. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Join me as I reflect on 15 years at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, where unforgettable family memories and lasting friendships were made. - Published: 2017-12-26 - Modified: 2025-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/15-years-at-witchs-rock-surf-camp/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews I have slowly gained many “big brothers” since 2003. I have watched the board cage move to 3 different locations, the hotel grow, another restaurant added, but most importantly, I still feel at home when I walk into Witch’s Rock. I think I have stayed in every room, multiple times with the people I care about most, and to think it started with my mom picking up a travel magazine in search of the next vacation for her and her two girls. In 2003 we weren’t a family who surfed. To this day we still aren’t surfers but the happiness and memories we created here sometimes convince me that we are. This wouldn’t be possible without all my Costa Rican “big brothers. ” The last fifteen years have been full of vacations to Witch’s Rock where all of my friends and family joined one trip or another. Costa Rica has always been such a special place to me and I enjoy sharing it with the people I love. I have had trips where I surfed until I couldn’t physically move from surfing all day, trips where I had too many beers to go out surfing the following day, even a trip where I insisted we do a different canopy tour each day after surfing. Maxi has watched me grow up and takes such good care of me I’m not quite sure what to do when someone instructs me to put wax on my board. Growing up in Michigan you would think Christmas was full of snow but in reality, for our family it was filled with baby turtles, ATVs, my first granizado and the best waves of our lives. I specifically remember last Christmas when Johan and I convinced the family to rent ATVs. I had been living in Costa Rica for 6 months at the time and knew of a few more secret beaches my mom and sister should see. The combination between not having driven in six months and Johan insisting we go full throttle was thrilling and hilarious all at the same time. In 2016, I graduated after 4 years of college escaping every chance I could to Witch’s Rock. After being offered my dream job in my hometown where life was comfortable and cold... I worried that I might be there forever and secretly applied for a job in Costa Rica. Here I am, two... --- > Playa Tamarindo Monday 25 December, 2017. - Published: 2017-12-25 - Modified: 2017-12-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-25-december-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Giovanny with your Mondayk / 25 December surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:30 am Today in Giovanny, waves are 2-3 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report wereoffshore providing us with semi-choppin surface conditions. We've got a 1:20 pm low tide with a following 7:16 am high tide. The weather is perfect for surfing carefully As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny DCIM100GOPROGOPR8537. --- > Tamarindo Saturday 23 December, 20177. - Published: 2017-12-23 - Modified: 2017-12-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-23-december-20177/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Giovanny with your Saturday / 23 december surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12 md Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report wereoffshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 12 md low tide with a following 6:30 pm high tide. Merry Christmas on the waves to all the surfers. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny DCIM100GOPROGOPR8536. DCIM100GOPROGOPR8534. DCIM100GOPROGOPR8532. DCIM100GOPROGOPR8530. DCIM100GOPROGOPR8526. --- > Playa Grande Friday 22 December, 2017. - Published: 2017-12-22 - Modified: 2017-12-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-22-december-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tarde! This is Giovanny with your Friday / 22 December surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 5 a. m low tide with a following 11:30 am high tide. In this morning have the best waves , it time to fun. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny DCIM100GOPROGOPR8522. --- > Learn how the life lessons from between the waves of surfing can enrich your everyday experiences and understanding of life. - Published: 2017-12-21 - Modified: 2025-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/life-lessons-from-between-the-waves/ - Categories: Blog For many, surfing evolves to more than a sport, more than a hobby. It becomes a way of life—one of many lenses through which to view the world. The specific reasons why are unique to the individual. But when surfing grabs hold of a person, it does not easily let go. Perhaps one reason is that surfing teaches us several lessons we can apply to the part of our lives spent on land. Enjoy the journey Much of surfing involves waiting. In a given session, we spend hours at a time sitting on our board, watching the swells roll in. And when we do catch a wave, it lasts only seconds. The highlights are separated by long periods of waiting. Most of time we simply sit. Some days, that waiting yields only one or two good rides. We often go through session after session, or longer, to get one spectacular ride. And yet, we continue to paddle out. We even do so on days when we know there will not be a great ride. It’s because we can enjoy the down time, the quiet moments. Our surfing life does not need to be filled with great wave after great wave. So too goes life. Life’s highlights accentuate the experience but do not define it. Most of life is spent between the waves. How will we enjoy it? Defeat leads to success Some days the ocean wins. The paddle out hurts. The sets are difficult to read. The take-off is too steep. The wind howls on shore. Waves close out again and again. Those days can be a challenge. Yet we return time and time again. We learn from our mistakes and from the conditions. We adjust and we gain confidence. Each defeat, however minor, ultimately contributes to our greatest moments. Perfection remains an illusion. Once we feel like we’ve reached it, we stumble again and the cycle repeats. Life is the same. As the saying goes, “What matters is not how many times you get knocked down, but how many times you get back up. ” As surfers, we know that. We can live it. Control what you can Surfing is special because it is entirely responsive to the natural environment. We can navigate the waves and move under and through and across them—and not much else. When we ride a wave, we adapt to what the ocean provides.... --- > Playa Grande Thursday 21 December, 2017. - Published: 2017-12-21 - Modified: 2017-12-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-21-december-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Giovanny with your Thursday / 21 December surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7 am. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-choppy surface conditions. We've got a 10 am low tide with a following 5 pm high tide. The tide is perfect for surfing with care As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande Tuesday 19 December, 2017. - Published: 2017-12-20 - Modified: 2017-12-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-19-december-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tarde! This is Giovanny with your Tuesday / 18 december surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3 pm Today in PLaya Grande, waves are 2-3 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report wereoffshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 3:50 pm low tide with a following 9 pm low tide. Excellent time to surf As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Tamarindo Wednesday 20 December, 2017. - Published: 2017-12-20 - Modified: 2017-12-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-20-december-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes ! This is Giovanny with your Wednesday / 20 December surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12 md Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 3-4 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-choppy surface conditions. We've got a 4:30 pm low tide with a following 10 pm high tide. The weather is perfect for surfing but we must be careful with the wind As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Remembering the Early Days at Witch's Rock Surf Camp - Published: 2017-12-19 - Modified: 2019-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/remembering-the-early-days-at-witchs-rock-surf-camp/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews by Danny Mitchell Last week we lost a surfing icon. Bruce Brown brought surfing in far away places right into your living room. I remember going to Santa Monica Civic Auditorium to watch Endless Summer with Bruce narrating. What a great movie! ! I grew up in Hermosa Beach, California in the early 60’s. Hermosa Beach was the original surf city in the 60’s. All the major surfboard shops were there, Bing, Jacobs, Greg Noll and Weber to name a few. Some of the best surfers called it home, Nuuhiwa, Doyle, Purpus. It was a great place to grow up. Even Robert August was born in Hermosa Beach. Surfing was my life until I graduated from high school in 1967. Then, my mom informed my two younger brothers and I that we were moving to Texas, six hours away from the ocean. Our new home, the town of Grapevine, Texas was a farming community of 4500 people. Boy was I a lost soul for the next 37 years! ! Surfing had mostly faded from my thoughts except for a few dreams. In 2004, a friend told me he was a surfer and I acknowledged that I used to surf. His reaction was “Yeah right. ” He had been to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Costa Rica the year before, once again made famous by Endless Summer II. So we decided to plan a surf trip for the fall of 2004 (210 days and a wake up). We lived by a lake so we started paddling our surfboards 5 or 6 days a week to get ready for our surf trip. We headed out with four other friends that didn’t surf. We arrived to an open air terminal with a grass roof. Our shuttle driver was waiting for us. There were nine people and luggage in this reconditioned van. The road to Tamarindo was dirt with holes the size of truck tires. It took a minimum of two hours to get to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. It was one of the bumpiest rides of my life. We all checked in and then my surfer friend, Mike and I headed to the board cage. I was both anxious and nervous. I knew I could paddle but it had been 37 years since I had stood on a surfboard. As we paddled out I could see all levels of surfers so I... --- > Playa Tamarindo Monday December, 2017. - Published: 2017-12-18 - Modified: 2017-12-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-december-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Trdes! This is Giovanny with your Monday / 18 December surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12 md Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 3 pm low tide with a following 9 pm high tide. The best waves are always on our beaches As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Playa Grande Friday December 15, 2017. - Published: 2017-12-15 - Modified: 2017-12-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-december-15-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos tardes! This is Giovanny with your Friday / 15 December surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10 pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 7 am low tide with a following 1 pm high tide. The tide is perfect for all types of surfing. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny DCIM100GOPROGOPR8149. DCIM100GOPROGOPR8106. --- > Explore the memories of Robert August as he shares stories about his friend Bruce Brown and their surf adventures. - Published: 2017-12-14 - Modified: 2025-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-remembers-bruce-brown/ - Categories: Blog By Robert August With: Ryan Waldron Even as a youngster, Bruce was one of my best friends in the neighborhood and would always hang around my parents' house in Seal Beach, California. Everyone seemed to gravitate towards our house because my Dad was sort of a mentor for all us kids who were getting into (at the time) the new sport of surfing. Bruce's dad actually had a little camera shop down on Belmont Street called Brownie's Cameras so Bruce had a natural path of creativity from a young age. When we got into our teens, Bruce and a few other guys started putting together some very basic, 16mm surf films that would premier in local high-school auditoriums. Bruce would sit on the stage with a microphone and proudly narrate his surf film in front of the audience. At this point in surfing, these were really the only social events focused around the sport. In order to advertise, we would staple posters on telephone poles around town reading, "Surf Movie! Tonight at Newport Harbor High School". So of course we all went, it was something fun to do! I generally had a pretty substantial surfing section in the films as well! Bruce's movies would always stand out compared to the other film makers at the time because he had more creative editing techniques and his narration was second to none. The movies would feature all the best local surfers (including myself). There was no money or anything involved, we just did it for fun. After a few successful surf flicks, Bruce came up with the idea of chasing waves and summer-time around the world, calling it, The Endless Summer. For everyone who has seen the movie, you can see what a great success it was and truly the trip of a lifetime for us. At the time, I was 18 years old, valedictorian of my high school, and unsure whether or not I wanted to attend dental school. But after talking to a few respected teachers and my parents, they told me that dental school could wait; traveling the world would be a better education than anything I could receive in the classroom. To this day, the Endless Summer trip still resonates with me because I was with my best friend, Bruce. After the movie was picked up by a Hollywood distribution company and blown up into a 35mm... --- > Playa Grande Thursday December 14, 2017. - Published: 2017-12-14 - Modified: 2017-12-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-december-14-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tarde ! This is Giovanny with your Thurday / 14 december surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10 a. m. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy surface conditions. We've got a 6 pm low tide with a following 12 md high tide. Although the wind is strong, the waves are perfect for surfing As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny. --- > Tamarindo Wednesday December 13, 2017. - Published: 2017-12-13 - Modified: 2017-12-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-december-13-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Giovanny with your Wednaesday / 12 December surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7 am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy surface conditions. We've got a 11 am high tide with a following 5 pm low tide. The year is over but the waver are not, it´s time to surf. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Giovanny --- > Join us for an exciting day of surfing in Costa Rica and discover the highlights of The Relay and the Wipe Out. - Published: 2017-12-12 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-relay-and-the-wipe-out/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews by Chloe Hall It was the last day of the trip and the instructors at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp had organized a relay for the students. It had been a good week. I graduated from beginner lessons to intermediate tours over the course of 7 days. I had convinced myself that I was a natural, ignoring the reality that I was a total novice and had actually surfed a total of 21 days over the course of the past three years. One week a year, that’s how often we came to Witch’s Rock in Costa Rica. We wowed people with photos, our blond sun-kissed kids catching waves as tall as they were. They were 2 and 3 feet tall respectively, but it was still impressive to see these tiny groms with their confident stance cruising towards the beach all smiles. My husband, far more advanced than the rest of us, would take daily boat trips to catch big waves with the advanced surfers. In the afternoons, he would body surf with the kids. We love this little beginner beach we found and we decided this was our spot. Every year we come back to visit our friends in Tamarindo. It was almost by accident that I acquired my own confidence surfing. I never intended to catch anything taller than I was. For me, surfing was just about having fun. But surfing feels incredible! When you get that first taste of the drop, it’s exhilarating. Then you’re back out there, fighting through the sets to get back to that spot, and tuck back into that perfect curl to recapture that freedom. The week that led up to the relay was a good week. We had perfect weather. Perfect weather means perfect surfing conditions, just the right size waves rolling in, one after the next. We were all beginning to look like pros. There wasn’t a wave we couldn’t catch. As the week went on, the wind began to pick up, just enough that each day we had slightly bigger waves. That’s how I went from the beginner group to the intermediate group. The day of the relay had arrived. This was a fun way to show off all the hard work we’d all done over the course of the past week. The sun had just come up over the horizon, it was still cool, and the wind that had been... --- > Playa Grande Tuesday, December 12, 2017 - Published: 2017-12-12 - Modified: 2017-12-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-december-12-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonnathan with your Tuesday / 12 December surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 a. m. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-4 in feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We've got a 10 am high tide with a following 4 pm low tide. The best waves to surf with the best smile. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonnatha --- > Tamarindo Monday 11 December 2017 - Published: 2017-12-11 - Modified: 2017-12-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-11-december-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Monday 11 / December surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6 am, 8 am, 10 am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2 - 3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were Offshore providing us with Glassy surface conditions. We've got a 9 am high tide with a following 3 pm low tide. Is a good day for surfing with you most actitud. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan --- > How to Pack for the Perfect Surf Trip - Published: 2017-12-07 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-pack-for-the-perfect-surf-trip/ - Categories: Blog Alright, you’ve done it. You purchased a plane ticket to some far-out corner of the globe for one purpose, and one purpose only: to chase waves. Where you’re going, you will most likely be basking in the endless sunshine of some remote tropical paradise, but this isn’t your typical vacation. You’re not partaking in a weekend getaway to sip Mai Tais by the pool... not that there is anything wrong with that! You’re on a mission, and that's exactly how you need to prepare. This five-step guide will ensure you have all the neccesary ammo for your next destination surf trip. Step 1. Pack the right boards! The first thing you need to do is to make sure you have the right board for the waves you’ll encounter. This requires checking the surf forecast frequently before your trip. Our friends at Surfline. com are usually the best bet for long range wave forecasting. Are you chasing hollow barrels? If so, pack a high-performance board with sufficient rocker that can handle steep drops. Are you looking for long rides on small waves? You’ll need a classic long board or a high volume groveler. If you’re coming down to visit us at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica, you can leave the board bag at home. Our board cage is stocked with hundreds of boards: high-performance short boards, twin fins, fun boards, and longboards. Whatever your preference, we’ve got you covered. Not sure what board to pack? Check out our guide to choosing the right board for you here. Step 2. Secure those boards! If you’re like me, your surfboards are your prized possessions, and you always treat them with care when handling them out of the water. Airlines, however, don't share your same affection for your surfboards, and they will not be treating them with the tender love and care you feel they deserve. To remedy this, you’ll need a board bag. Not just any board bag, a board bag to fit your needs. Sized to your boards, and made to fit the approximate number of boards you’re traveling with. Beyond your board bag, you’ll need to take a few extra precautionary steps to ensure ding-free transport. I am a bubble wrap advocate. I generously bubble wrap all of my boards separately before putting them into my board bag. To protect the rails of the board, cut a... --- > Traveling with a group is always fun and entertaining, especially at Witch's Rock Surf Camp with friends or family. - Published: 2017-12-05 - Modified: 2025-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/feliz-navidad/ - Categories: Talk Story by: Natasha Feduik Traveling with a group is always fun and entertaining, and traveling with a group to Witch's Rock Surf Camp is even better! Because of the “camp” vibe, there's already a communal feel that welcomes solo travelers or groups alike. I have visited WRSC both alone, and with groups many times, but taking surf camp by storm with a group of my closest friends and family is always a blast! A couple of years back, I planned a trip with a group of eight from New York. I had only been to Witch’s Rock once, by myself, as a beginner. This time, I was returning as an experienced beginner, while the rest of my friends were all starting from scratch. There were a few of us who had never met until we hit JFK, and quickly became close friends after the 5-hour flight to Liberia. On the transport from the airport to camp, we adopted a lone traveler that was bunking up in a shared room, and our group of eight became nine. Because I had been to Tamarindo before, everyone looked to me for guidance. Where do we go to eat? What do we do after our lessons are done for the day? What is Guaro? I soon became the cruise director of, not only my group, but many other camp newbies who had the same questions. We started traveling through town, hitting the nightlife, and became “the gang from WRSC. ” As with any of my vacations with downtime, the cocktails were flowing and a lot of silliness ensued. Our group continued to grow in size since we were having so much fun. Beach volleyball, pool parties, Catamaran cruises, no matter where we went, others joined us. The Mariachi band in town took notice, and joined us whenever they saw us. The problem was, no one knew any songs to request, except “Feliz Navidad”. So... every time we saw them, that's what they played. Let the festivities begin! This evolved into us changing all the lyrics being played over the radio at Eat at Joe's to Christmas lyrics. If my memory serves me correctly, I think we even went caroling one night. Before we knew it, everyone around camp was singing along, playing along with our antics, even in the water! As we would paddle out, people would surf by us, exchanging holiday greetings. “Merry... --- > Bring Surfing to Shore with a Few Great Films - Published: 2017-11-30 - Modified: 2017-11-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/our-favorite-surfing-movies/ - Categories: Blog We all have our favorite surfing movie. Some inspire us, some impress us, and some transport us to far-flung destinations we visit in our dreams. Sometimes movies feature surfing but are not really about surfing at all. The ones that we highlight here are about surfing, for surfers. Whether you’re getting pumped for an upcoming surf session or relaxing after a long one, grab some popcorn, dim the lights, and hit play. Endless Summer (1966) This classic inspired generations of surfers and helped propel the sport’s popularity in the years that followed. It tracks the path of Robert August and Mike Hynson as they circle globe chasing waves and meeting people. This movie may be a little old, but you couldn’t tell from the surfing. This film will always remain on every surfer’s list. And if you visit us at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, you may find yourself in a lineup with Robert August himself. In God’s Hands (1998) Featuring big-wave surfer Shane Dorian, In God’s Hands is a semi-fictional account of three surfers in search of the perfect wave. It’s in part a surfing story and in part a philosophical one, delving into what surfing means to Dorian. It features fantastic shots of big-wave surfing and the intense physical and mental training and education that go into it. Step Into Liquid (2003) If you have any doubt about whether surfing is a global phenomenon, this movie will quickly put that question to rest. A purely inspirational flick, Step Into Liquid reminds us that you do not need a perfect ocean break to surf. In fact, you do not even need an ocean at all. This film tracks the various ways in which people surf, from familiar spots like Oahu’s Pipeline to unexpected ones in Michigan and Texas, and an open-ocean break 100 miles off San Diego’s coast. At the time, it captured the growing phenomenon of surfing, and it still inspires today. Riding Giants (2004) Although the title focuses on big-wave surfing, the movie explores the sport’s rich history over 1,500 years. Still, the film is not for the faint at heart as the world’s bravest surfers pull out their rhino chasers to charge some of the most intimidating breaks in the world at Waimea Bay, Pe’ahi (Jaws), Maverick’s, and other locations. Hold on for the ride. Soul Surfer (2011) Soul Surfer tracks the inspiring story of professional... --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, November, 29, 2007 - Published: 2017-11-29 - Modified: 2017-11-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-november-29-2007/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your Wednesday, November, 29 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 foot with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:47 am high tide with a following 4:44 pm low tide. Today waves are in good shape and size As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor --- > Join me on a nostalgic journey as I explore the question, When Can We Go Back, to unforgettable moments in Costa Rica. - Published: 2017-11-28 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/when-can-we-go-back/ - Categories: Talk Story by Lindsay Sutula The first wave I caught (without a push) In 2010, my husband (then boyfriend), Jason and I crashed a friend’s trip to Tamarindo, Costa Rica. We were poor young professionals in our 20s. We stayed at a hostel in the center of town where one of our friends knew the owner so we got a deal. A couple of nights into our week-long trip, we were wandering around looking for somewhere to grab a bite to eat and stumbled across Eat @ Joe’s. The “Nachos as big as your ass” sign proudly displayed near the door. We were thrilled to find that we could get boats of sushi, the previously mentioned nachos, and a couple of beers, on our relatively small budget. Several nights during that trip, we would all meet on the beach at sunset and walk to Joe’s for dinner. Fast forward to new year’s eve 2017. Jason and I were thinking about what we wanted to do for a vacation. And surfing topped the list. Jason had grown up surfing in Ocean City in the summer. I had just borrowed a board and tried to figure it out on my own a few times. Definitely a beginner. So, we decided on a surf camp. We looked at several places in Bali, but we realized that the flights to get there were, well, cost prohibitive. And the travel time would take a giant bite out of our vacation days. On a whim, I checked out the Witch’s Rock website and said, “how about we check out the surf camp we ate at while we were in Costa Rica? ” Done deal. We bought our tickets – 7 hours of total travel time vs. 2 days. And much, much cheaper flights. I signed Jason up for the intermediate tours and signed myself up for beginner lessons. We arrived at camp on a Saturday, thrilled to find we both had lessons/tours that afternoon. I was paired with an 18-year old Canadian girl named Gabrielle. She was so tough and had so much energy. She was so determined to leave learning to surf she spent HOURS in the water each day. Our instructor was Xiquiu (prounounced C-Q), a super awesome Venezuelan woman (and an awesome surfer). Witch’s Rock posts your surf times each day on a white board – and that first night, we were assigned a... --- > Playa Avellanas -Tuesday, November, 28, 2007 - Published: 2017-11-28 - Modified: 2017-11-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-november-28-2007/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your Tuesday, November, 28 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 1-3 foot with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:46 am high tide with a following 3:46 pm low tide. Waves were really funny and in good shape . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor --- > Playa Tamarindo Monday, November, 27, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-27 - Modified: 2017-11-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-november-27-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your Monday, November, 27 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 foot with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:46 am high tide with a following 2:49 pm low tide. Today waves are really good for beginners to learn. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, November, 25, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-25 - Modified: 2017-11-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-november-25-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Saturday, November, 25 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi glass surface conditions. We've got a 7:00 am high tide with a following 1:08 pm low tide. The condition is perfect for beginners, come and share some waves ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Grande, Friday, November, 24, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-24 - Modified: 2017-11-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-november-24-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Friday, November, 24 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:15 am high tide with a following 12:24 pm low tide. Beautiful conditions to enjoy this friday morning ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Navigate the complexities of surfboard shapes with the WRSC Guide to Surfboard Shape and select your perfect ride. - Published: 2017-11-23 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrsc-guide-to-surfboard-shape/ - Categories: Blog Whether you are new to surfing or have been surfing for a while, choosing the right board can be a challenge. There seems to be an infinite amount of different shapes, lengths, and fin set-ups. Then there are the slightly more complicated, yet equally important, variables such as volume, rocker, and channels. Don't worry, we can help! We've created a guide to help you choose the perfect board for your skill level and the type of wave you usually ride. Let's get started... Long Board (left) If you’re new to surfing, a long board will be your go-to ride for a while. While long boards are not just for beginners, their high volume, thickness, and length make them the perfect board to get started with. Long boards range in size from 9ft to 11ft. They have a rounded nose, are thick throughout the entire board, and have a squash or squaretail. As mentioned before, they are very voluminous due to their overall large size, this makes them float incredibly well and paddle very smoothly. With all that surface area, you have the best chance to catch any wave. These wave-catching machines operate best in ankle to chest high surf. Mini-Malibu The “mini-Malibu” is the younger sibling of the classic long board. It carries virtually the same characteristics as a classic long board in a smaller version. The mini-Malibu ranges from about 8ft to 9ft, has a rounded nose, thickness throughout the board, and a squash or squaretail. Mini-Malibus are perfect for smaller beginners or those looking to make a gradual step down in size from a classic long board. These boards ride best in ankle to chest high surf. Fun Size A “fun board” is a great step for an intermediate surfer looking to size down and gradually progress towards a short board. Fun boards range from 6’6” to 7’6” and are 20 inches or wider. Fun boards can have a variety of nose and tail shapes, but they are consistently long, high-volume boards that are easy to paddle. Fun boards are perfect for knee to chest high surf. Fish (left) The fish is a unique wide-bodied swallow-tailed design that is perfect for intermediate surfers looking to maximize speed and fun in knee-to-head-high waves. While today fish come in all shapes and sizes, a typical fish design ranges from 4’8” to 6’2”. They can be ridden significantly shorter than... --- > Marbella, Thursday, November, 23, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-23 - Modified: 2017-11-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-thursday-november-23-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Thursday, November 23 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Marbella , waves are 4-6 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 5:34 am high tide with a following 11:44 am low tide. Today waves are good to go out and have fun! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Tuesday, November 22, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-22 - Modified: 2017-11-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-november-22-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Tuesday, November 22 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semiglassy water surface conditions. We've got a 4:55 am high tide with a following 11:06 am low tide. Very nice waves early in the morning, great for beginners ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday, November, 20, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-20 - Modified: 2017-11-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-november-20-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Catalina with your Monday, November, 20 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3:00 pm Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with choppy surface conditions. We've got a 4:09 pm high tide with a following 10:03 low tide. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Playa Tamarindo, Saturday, November, 18, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-18 - Modified: 2017-11-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-november-18-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Catalina with your Saturday, November, 18 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Time of report: 1:30 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 2:53 pm high tide with a following 8:49 pm low tide. The waves are small, great for beginners to learn. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Discover thoughtful gifts in our Holiday Gift Guide for the Surfer in Your Life, perfect for the surfer on your list - Published: 2017-11-17 - Modified: 2025-06-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/holiday-gift-guide-for-the-surfer-in-your-life/ - Categories: Blog Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and that means the holiday shopping season is too. If you are stumped at what to give the surfer in your life... or if you are a surfer and your family is always asking you for a list, we did the heavy lifing for you both this year! Check out our holiday gift idea guide. Under $50 NOLS Med Kit 3. 0 - This is the only present that you hope never never gets used. This kit has the necessary supplies to treat minor medical issues in most backcountry environments or third-world countries, and has plenty of space to beef up materials for longer trips. $39. 99. photo credit: Lush Palm Turkish Towel - uber-lightweight towel that dries in a flash, and are as soft as they are versatile. Not all brands are alike, and this company out of Australia weaves beautiful designs into the world’s best cotton so that they last. From about $30. 00. BioLite PowerLight Mini - This ultraslim clippable lantern is a headlamp, a bike light, a strobe light, a mood light AND can charge a phone. The clip slides over any strap or pocket edge to provide hands-free lighting, or flips over the back to act as a kickstand for lamp use. A 1350mAh USB rechargeable battery delivers up to 52 hours of use. $44. 95. Universal Camera Lens Kit - Your budding phone photographer will love the opportunity to broaden his or her style with these adaptable lenses. $16. 99. For the Reader All Our Waves Are Water by Jaimal Yogis. A meditative surf memoir from the author of Saltwater Buddha. Follow Yogis on his journey from the Himalayas to Indonesia, from a Franciscan Friary in New York City to the dusty streets of Jerusalem in search of the mystery that unites us. $17. 00 Going Over the Falls by Amy Waeschle. Loyal WRSC guest Amy Waeschle’s debut novel is a cross between a surf adventure and a family saga, with complex characters and a thrilling twist at the end. $17 Surf Shack: Laid-Back Living by the Water by Nina Freudenberger, Heather Summerville, and Brittany Ambridge. Drool over images of the homes of longtime surf enthusiasts in this coffee table book that Vanity Fair called “Cabin porn goes coastal. ” $24. 00 Salt & Silver: Travel, Surf, Cook. This awesome book blends traveling, surfing, and the delicious... --- > Playa Grande - Friday, November 17, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-17 - Modified: 2017-11-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-november-17-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes ! This is Catalina with your friday November ,17 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Time of report: 01:00 pm Today in Playa Grande , waves are 3-4 ft with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with choppy surface conditions. We've got a 2:11 pm high tide with a following 8:10 pm low tide. Today waves are in good sizes , perfect to enjoy surf with your friends! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Catalina --- > Learn how Mama Catch’s a Wave brought the family together for an adventurous surf trip to Witch's Rock Surf Camp. - Published: 2017-11-14 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/mama-catchs-a-wave/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews By Natasha Feduik After taking different groups to Witch's Rock Surf Camp over a few years, certain people in my life started to ask, “When's the next surf trip? ” “When can I go? ” The last time, it was my family. So, this past January, the Feduik's took WRSC by storm. My siblings, nieces, nephew, friends, and even my 73-year old mother headed down to Tamarindo. My sister and her husband were celebrating their 50th birthdays by learning to surf. My nieces and nephew were determined to hone their skills, as they had all surfed in the past, but wanted to get better. Friends who had listened to my surf tales for years finally decided to give it a try. So, with everyone at a different skill level, I thought it would be challenging to accommodate it all, but everyone at camp made it easy as pie. We left New York in a nor’easter that dumped a foot of snow on the runways. Some of the group was stuck in LaGuardia for almost a day. But finally, we arrived in hot, sunny Tamarindo, just in time to decompress from the holidays. I was greeted by old friends that I met over many years and many visits. The staff made my family feel like they had been there time and time again, as well. They did their best to accommodate our wide array of age groups and skill levels, and still managed to keep the family together. Two of us, my nephew and I, were in the intermediate group, and traveled daily to other surf breaks with Pako and friends. Every day, upon our arrival at camp, our group had expanded. Mom, my sister and brother-in-law, and my friends had befriended people that had met around camp or in their lessons. Mom became the camp cheerleader, and if she didn't travel with the intermediate group, stayed “home” to cheer on the beginners. Whether she knew them or not. Within a day, every instructor and staff member greeted my mother as “Mama” every time they saw her. Before I knew it, they had all been invited for Christmas, and to visit my parents in Connecticut whenever they could. One day, after returning from surfing at Avellanas, I saw one of my friends, instructor Andre, walking out towards the shoreline with my mother and a paddle board, followed by my entire... --- > Tamarindo - Monday, November 13, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-13 - Modified: 2017-11-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-november-13-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, November 13, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:35am high tide with a following 4:43pm low tide. Very nice waves early in the morning, perfect for some noise ridings waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel --- > Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, November, 11, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-11 - Modified: 2017-11-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-november-11-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Saturday, November, 11 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 3-4 foot with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:15 am high tide with a following 2:27 pm low tide. Today waves are in good size and shape, so everybody must go surf . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor --- > Playa Tamarindo - Friday, November,10, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-10 - Modified: 2017-11-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-friday-november10-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Friday, November, 10 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:20 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 foot with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with choppy surface conditions. We've got a 7:11 am high tide with a following 1:23 pm low tide. Today waves are in good sizes, be aware of the rip currents. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor --- > Explore your guide to the three main types of waves and learn about their unique characteristics at surf breaks. - Published: 2017-11-09 - Modified: 2025-05-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/take-a-break-your-guide-to-the-three-main-types-of-waves/ - Categories: Blog A surf break is a place along the coast where a wave created from a storm thousands of miles away meets its demise as it crashes into land. Although simple in concept, surf breaks (also referred to as “surf spots”) are very complex in nature. This article will provide you with the basics of what you need to know about surf breaks as you explore coastlines in search of an amazing surf experience. Las Baulas National Park, Costa Rica The Same But Different Surf breaks have one thing in common: they are places where waves break in such a way that surfers can ride them. Other than that, every surf break is unique in how they are physically formed and how waves break on them given the conditions of the swell, tides and weather. Despite being unique, all surf breaks can be categorized into three types based on what the waves break over. THE THREE TYPES Surf breaks are generally categorized into three different types: Beach Break Reef Break Point Break Some surf breaks can be a combination of the above types. For example, a Beach Break can have some large rocks that stick up from the ground where waves break, or Point Break can have a sand bottom. Although each surf spot is unique and can be a combination of the general types, there are some generalized things you should know about them before you paddle out. BEACH BREAK – The Shapeshifter BOTTOM: Sand ABILITY LEVEL: Beginner – Intermediate GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Beach Breaks are the stereotypical example of what most people think of when they imagine going to the Ocean. There is a large sandy area along the shore where people can spread out a towel and play in shallow water. For surfers, Beach Breaks offer the easiest and most consistent opportunity to go for a surf. In most cases, beach breaks are gently sloped as they go offshore allowing for the waves to build up and break in a relatively slow fashion. There are many exceptions to this description, but compared to the other break types, Beach Breaks are the best option to learn to surf. They are also the most accommodating for different types of swells given the sand is constantly changing as the swells and tides change. Sand gets pushed around by the currents and waves and settle to form sandbars. This means that from... --- > Playa Grande - Thursday, November, 09, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-09 - Modified: 2017-11-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-november-09-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Thursday, November, 09 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am Today in Playa Grande , waves are 3-4 foot with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semiglassy surface conditions. We've got a 6:13 am high tide with a following 12:26 pm low tide. Today waves were really good . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, November, 08, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-08 - Modified: 2017-11-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-november-08-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Wednesday, November, 08 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 foot with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semiglassy water surface conditions. We've got a 11:34 am low tide with a following 5:54 pm high tide. Taday waves are small but in good shape, great for beginners to learn. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. Victor See you out in the water! --- > Playa Tamarindo - Tuesday, November, 07, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-07 - Modified: 2017-11-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-november-06-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Tuesday, November, 06 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 foot with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with semiglassy surface conditions. We've got a 10:44 am low tide with a following 5:02 pm high tide. Today waves are small but in good shape As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor --- > Sometimes Surfing Leads to Love - Published: 2017-11-07 - Modified: 2019-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/sometimes-surfing-leads-to-love/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews by: Nayereh Pater-Rov People often ask us how we met, and when we say, “At surf camp in Costa Rica,” they want to know more. So, here’s our story. It was Ryan’s second trip to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, and my first. Ryan traveled from Toronto with his sister, brother-in-law and friends from their first visit to camp. I made the journey from New York City alone. We all wound up in the beginner surf group together. The first night of the week, Ryan’s sister invited us all to dinner at the Green Papaya, where we shared our excitement to go surfing every day that week. Costa Rica is a special place where we wake up with the sun, learn to surf, meet new friends, eat delicious nachos and watch gorgeous sunsets. Ryan and I also connected over more than just the fun of surf camp and delicious food. We got lost in conversations about the magic of surfing, being humbled by the ocean, and following our life passions. In the water, things like salary, education, status, etc, is forgotten. All that matters is who’s having fun, riding a good wave or totally wiping out. Since meeting at Witch’s Rock, surfing has taken us to Puerto Rico, Portugal, Montauk, British Columbia and Nova Scotia, but it always brings us back to Costa Rica. We have been to Witch’s Rock four times together, and have met awesome new friends every time. They are our surf family and our community continues to grow wherever we surf. I have moved to Canada since then, and Ryan and I just got married in New York City! We had a small ceremony, in Central Park, and it was an absolutely magical day. In preparation for our wedding, we bought and repaired a surfboard for our family and friends to sign. Someone started a list, “Marriage is like surfing... ” here are some of the things people wrote: “The longer you do it, the better you’ll get at it. ” “You’re always on a tight leash! ” “You don’t always need pants. ” “It’ll take you new and exciting places. ” “If you feel like you’re drowning, just chill, you’ll be fine. ” “Don’t forget to wax. ” We’re headed back to Costa Rica in a few weeks, and if you are there, we’ll see you in the water! --- > Playa Tamarindo - Monday, November, 06, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-06 - Modified: 2017-11-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-november-06-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your Monday, November, 06 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2:00 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi-choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:57 am low tide with a following 4:14 pm high tide. Waves today were small but good shape As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor --- > Playa Grande - Friday, November 3, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-03 - Modified: 2017-11-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-november-3-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Friday, November 3, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:30am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:43am low tide with a following 1:58pm high tide. Very nice waves and weather today, perfect to enjoy surf with your mates! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande - Thursday, November 2, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-02 - Modified: 2017-11-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-november-2-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Thursday, November 2, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:30am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with semy-choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:58am low tide with a following 1:13pm high tide. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Understand the concept of swell angle in surf science to make informed decisions before hitting the waves in Costa Rica. - Published: 2017-11-01 - Modified: 2025-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-the-importance-of-swell-angle/ - Categories: Blog, Costa Rica Surfing Every few weeks in Costa Rica, surfers are hyping about the newest purple blob that appears on the swell charts. "Have you seen the next swell? It's gonna be the biggest of the year! " Surfers love to create unrealistic expectations of waves we've yet to catch. We somehow think that Playa Grande will magically transform into Backdoor-Pipeline when the swell hits, but this hardly ever the case. So before you dust off your big-wave boards, make sure to consider all the details with each upcoming swell; most importantly, the Swell Angle Pipeline Just a quick refresher, most of the waves we receive in Costa Rica originate from broad areas of low pressure deep in the South Pacific Ocean. As these massive storms circumnavigate our planet, they are constantly pushing out wind and waves ahead of them. With the unique positioning of each storm, the resulting waves hitting the coast days later will have a corresponding swell angle. For example, a storm that forms off the coast of New Zealand will have a swell angle of 225° while a storm that forms off the coast of Chile will have a swell angle of 180°. And because these low pressure systems are moving from East to West across the Pacific Ocean, there is a wide swath of swell angles that gradually shift as the swell event happens. Costa Rica is well exposed to almost the entire Pacific Ocean and can receive swells ranging from 170° - 315° degrees. Something that many surfers overlook, however, is the small set of Galapagos Islands that sit roughly 900 miles offshore of Costa Rica and play a major role in swell shadowing. Here is how the numbers break down along the pacific coast: 200° - 210° : Guanacaste is shadowed 205° - 215° : Puntarenas to Dominical is shadowed 215° - 225° : Dominical to Panamanian boarder shadowed But what does "shadowed" actually mean? Will some beaches be completely flat while others are double overhead? Well, not quite. But according to the founder of Surfline. com, Sean Collins, "When the Galapagos shadow is fully in affect I would estimate it takes out at least 50% of the swell energy (swell height and wave consistency). As the swell direction will always range a little, there will also be waves approaching from the sides on the border of the shadow. " Wow! A 50% loss in... --- > Tamarindo - Wednesday, November 1, 2017 - Published: 2017-11-01 - Modified: 2017-11-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-november-1-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Wednesday, November 1, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with epic conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:09am low tide with a following 12:26pm high tide. Clean contidions today! Very sweet! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Learn how I overcame challenges to catch my first wave while surfing. A personal story of determination and technique awaits. - Published: 2017-10-31 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-i-caught-my-first-wave/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews by Ivano Stellato Ever since I can remember, I wanted to learn to surf. Growing up in Toronto that dream seemed more like a fantasy than a reality but that didn’t stop me. Many years ago, on a trip to Florida, I bought a surfboard and practiced to exhaustion but I was never able to catch a wave, yet still I refused to quit. I tried and tried and tried but success continued to elude me. If I wanted to ride a wave I knew I would have to approach this methodically and scientifically. I knew I needed: Waves that broke cleanly and consistently Water that was shallow and sandy No coral or rocks to increase the chance of injury A larger foam board that is easy to stand on Lessons from an experienced instructor Humility - to let go of my ego and ask for help I found Witch’s Rock Surf Camp on the internet. I read numerous reviews and realized this would be the perfect place. I booked my trip and counted the sleeps until I arrived in Tamarindo. The day finally came and my mind was racing the entire flight to Costa Rica. After checking in I attended the orientation where I learned some principles behind surfing, met some instructors and was given a lesson time of 7:00 AM the following day. The next morning I headed to the beach and met Andre, my instructor, who I am still friends with today. Soon we entered the water, carrying the boards the way we were shown to avoid injury and successfully make it past the white water. As we paddled and moved around, Andre would look to the horizon and with a wave of his hand guide us to where each wave would break. Eventually it was my turn. I adjusted my board to point towards the beach while he held it in position and prepared me for what was about to happen. As the wave approached I could feel the motion of the water rushing past me and started paddling as he advised. He gave a gentle push to help me match speed with the wave and at just the right moment he shouted, “stand up” ... and I did. There it was, after all these years of trying and failing, I was finally doing it, I was actually riding my first wave! It was like... --- > Avellanas - Tuesday, October 31, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-31 - Modified: 2017-10-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-october-31-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Tuesday, October 31, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30am Today in Avellanas, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 11:34am high tide with a following 5:34pm low tide. Beautiful conditions today to enjoy this Halloween! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Monday, October 30, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-30 - Modified: 2017-10-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-october-30-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, October 30, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:35am high tide with a following 4:39pm low tide. Very nice waves by the morning, easy for everyone. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Potrero - Friday , October 27, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-27 - Modified: 2017-10-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-potrero-friday-october-27-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Friday , October 27 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:00AM Today in Playa potrero , waves are 1-2 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 7:32AM high tide with a following 1:42PM low tide. Very fun waves and a great day for surfing with friends and learning. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan ! ! ! ! PURA VIDA! ! ! ! --- > Uncover the 6 things that happen when you go surfing most people are unaware of. Surfing is more than just waves and beaches. - Published: 2017-10-26 - Modified: 2025-05-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/6-things-that-happen-when-you-go-surfing-most-people-dont-know/ - Categories: Blog, Uncategorized Every non-surfer has a preconceived notion about what it is like to go surfing. Some imagine that it is like an episode of Gidget (Google it) and other think more along the lines of the movie Jaws. Most people that I talk to imagine it is really difficult to ride a wave, when in fact, if you educate yourself with some basic information it is actually a lot easier than you may realize. Then there are some things that non-surfers could never imagine happening. Some are uncomfortable, some are painful, and some are gross. But all are part of the most amazing experience on the planet... surfing. For fun, here are just a few: Sand Gets Everywhere... I Mean Everywhere One thing that is absolute truth is that sand is magical. Once you go surfing you will find it has the power to appear anywhere and everywhere. No matter how hard I try, my car always has sand sprinkled everywhere inside! Go into the home of any surfer and I can guarantee you will find sand in every room in the house. Finding sand in a surfer’s car or home may seem like something to be expected but the one place you may not realize it hides is on your body! I am not talking about right after you get home from surfing. I am talking about several days after surfing, sand will appear in your ears, in your hair, and in your private places that you could have sworn you washed thoroughly. Sand is like nature’s glitter... omnipresent. Get Rashes in Weird Places A lot of rubbing that happens when you surf. Laying down on a board, your chest, belly and legs are constantly rubbing against your board. When you pop up on your board, your knees rub against the wax on the deck. If you wear a wetsuit, the neoprene rubs the area around your armpit every time you take a stroke and rub between your legs as you are walking. With all that rubbing going on there is bound to be some irritated skin. For people with sensitive skin, a rash guard is an essential piece of equipment but I am always amazed at the weird places that rashes will develop on my body. Use Muscles That You Never Knew You Had There are very few activities that use the muscles required for surfing. The closest... --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, October, 25, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-26 - Modified: 2017-10-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-october-25-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Wednesday, October, 25 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am Today in Playa Tamrindo, waves are 1-2 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:30 am high tide with a following 12:43 pm low tide. Today waves are small and choppy but ok for beginners to learn As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor --- > Playa Tamarindo - Tuesday, October, 24, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-24 - Modified: 2017-10-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-october-24-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Thuesday, October, 24 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 11:31 am low tide with a following 5:50 pm high tide. Today waves were small, perfect for beginners to learn. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Learn how surfing transformed the life of The 40 Year Old Virgin Surfer, offering peace, mindfulness, and a connection to nature. - Published: 2017-10-23 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-40-year-old-virgin-surfer/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews By Terri Roberts I’d always wanted to learn how to surf. I just didn’t get there until phrases like maturing skin and middle-age spread became part of my regular vernacular. Suddenly, there I was doing pop-ups on Tamarindo beach next to feisty 12-year-olds. And while I look back at my limber 20-year-old body with nostalgia, I wouldn’t have it any other way. Surfing gives what you are open to take, at any age. I think some of the best things about it would have been lost on my younger self. Things like mindfulness, the peace that just finds you as you paddle out passed the break, the incredible connection to nature, and the feeling you get when you catch a wave. Still, it would have hurt a lot less. If you think you’re past it, and that surfing is best left to well-oiled millennials, consider the following. You might want to trade in that cruise holiday for a longboard after all. Namaste your way to nimble. If you’ve ever needed a gentle nudge back into the loving arms of a yoga studio, this is it. Strength and flexibility are super important for surfing. In fact, the better shape you are in, the better the experience you’ll have. So hit the mat, the gym, or the pool before you catch a flight to WRSC. It keeps you present. Just try to think about your to-do list when you get on a surfboard and see how long it takes before you spill. Surfing demands your full attention. And rightfully so. You have to size up the waves, perfectly time your pop-up, then try desperately to stay on. The power of now can’t be overstated when you are about to be tossed into the washing machine. Best to keep your head way, way out of office. Fall into a nature-induced coma every night. A day of surfing is equivalent to a hundred thousand tiny sheep. Your mind and body will be perfectly blissed out after all that paddling (and wipeouts). Though you’ll enjoy the post-surf beers tremendously, and the Tamarindo party game is strong, you’ll be hard pressed to stay up past 9:30pm when you hit the waves at sunrise. Sweet dreams. Learn to embrace the suck. If you’re closer to retirement than college graduation, chances are, you’re probably not going to light the lineup on fire for a while. Embrace it.... --- > Playa Grande - Monday, October 23, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-23 - Modified: 2017-10-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-october-23-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, October 23, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3:00pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 4:44am high tide with a following 10:53 low tide. Nice weather with pretty fun waves for shortboards! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande Friday, October 20, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-20 - Modified: 2017-10-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-octuber-20-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Friday, octuber 20, surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:00PM Today in Playa grande , waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were verylight onshore providing us with soft choppy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 3:14PM high tide with a following 9:18PM low tide. Waves are really small today, just perfect for beginners. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan (PURA VIDA ) DCIM959GOPROGOPR6270. --- > Stay in Surf Shape, Wherever You Are - Published: 2017-10-19 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/stay-in-surf-shape-wherever-you-are/ - Categories: Blog It’s a sad truth that we all spend extended time on dry land. Sometimes swells fail to materialize, the winds blow consistently on shore, or the ocean temperature plummets. Perhaps you live far inland, or work picks up, or other priorities dominate. Life intervenes. It may be weeks or months before you can jump in the water again. Sure, the initial paddle out feels ok, but soon your arms and neck ache. You feel a bit winded. You look down at your watch to realize you’re only 10 minutes into a planned two-hour session. When you get your chance to surf, you do not want to spend your time trying to get back in shape. You want to rip. Here’s how to stay in surf shape all year. #1 Swim As surfers, we are creatures of water. Stay connected to it as much as possible. Find a local pool and start swimming laps a few times a week. Not only will you build up your paddling strength and cardiovascular fitness, but you will attune your body to the dynamics of water. If you’re new to swimming laps, build up to 400 meters in a single session, a few times per week. Once that feels comfortable, progress your workouts to about 1200 to 1500 meters, with 400 meters for a warm up and a couple hundred meters for a cool-down set. If you only have time for one activity, stop reading and go swim. Think of it as surfing—without a board. #2 Build Functional Strength Surfing is a core-intensive, full-body effort. Barbell curls and sit-ups will not cut it. Strive for routines that target coordinated movements involving multiple body parts. Squats and deadlifts are a great place to start and can form the foundation of strength training. Both lifts build strength and explosive power throughout the body, but especially in the legs, hips, back, and abdomen—the centers for stabilization. If you do not have access to a gym, work air squats into your week. Simply squat down and stand up, without weight, for 50, 100, 200 reps. Remember: consistency is key. Working on functional strength on regular basis will keep you strong and ready to charge those overhead swells. #3 Stretch Flexibility prevents injury, encourages recovery, and allows you to perform at your best in the water. When you watch Kelly Slater or John John Florence, you notice that they... --- > Playa Avellanas Thursday,October 19, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-19 - Modified: 2017-10-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursdayoctober-19-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Thursday, October 19 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00AM Today in Playa avellanas , waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us wit very nice glassy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 2:32PM high tide with a following 8:35pm low tide. A good day for surfing. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan ! PURA VIDA ! DCIM959GOPROGOPR6170. --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday , Octuber 18, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-18 - Modified: 2017-10-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-octuber-18-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday , Octuber 18 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: : 9:00AM / 11:30AM / 1:30PM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 foot with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 7:52 PM low tide with a following 1:47PM high tide. Really medium waves, Good day to play at the beach. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan (PURA VIDA) --- > My Solo Trip To Witch's Rock Surf Camp - Published: 2017-10-17 - Modified: 2019-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/my-solo-trip-to-witchs-rock-surf-camp/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews by Natasha Feduik I have been to Witch's Rock Surf Camp six times now, but my first time was different from all the others. I had joined a friend’s surf trip. Every time since that first time, several friends or family members wanted to join in the fun. I learned to surf in Tahiti, when my mother won an online sweepstakes for Quiksilver Surf Company. The free trip to Tahiti included surfing with Raimana Van Bastolaer. I had never surfed but quickly fell in love with it on my first ride. When I returned to New York, I immediately bought a surfboard and booked lessons that summer. Everything in New York is hard, fast, and unforgiving... including the waves! I struggled during our very short surf season, and never quite grasped it. Frustrated, I reached out to a friend who had surfed for a few years. She had a trip planned to Witch’s Rock. She had booked a spot in the intermediate group, and I was going to take beginner lessons, starting from scratch. Since my friend left daily at dawn, and didn't return until dinner, I thought I would be alone all the time, but I was wrong. Witch's Rock provides such a communal environment, I was never alone! I quickly made friends with everyone else in the beginner group, and they always invited me to sit and eat with them, have a drink, or just hang out share stories about our killer waves of the day, and our epic wipe outs. In my downtime, I befriended the instructors and staff. Sometimes, I would sit at the bar at Eat at Joe's, watching the surf videos and bloopers, and chatting with the bartenders who were determined to teach me how to order in Spanish. Other times, I would sit and watch the ocean with Maxi at the board cage, and my new friends, instructors Andre and J Luis, who had been so patient with me during each lesson. They encouraged me to keep trying, and taught me about the ocean, the tides, the currents, and swells. There was always something to do and someone to hang out with at WRSC. We travelled in groups to different restaurants in town for Taco Tuesday and Reggae Thursday. Some of the instructors even accompanied us to Salsa night at the Monkey Bar. We all congregated daily to watch the sunset, play... --- > Casitas , Tuesday, October 17, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-17 - Modified: 2017-10-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/casitas-tuesday-october-17-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, October 17 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of Report: 9:00am Today in Casitas, waves are 2-4 feet with fair good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light offshore providing us with semi-glassy surface conditions. We've got a 7:05pm low tide with a following 12:59pm high tide. Good waves and also to have fun with friends As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan ( PURA VIDA ) --- > Tamarindo – Monday, October 16, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-16 - Modified: 2017-10-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-october-16-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Monday, October 16 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30AM - 10:00AM 12:00PM Today in Tamarindo , waves are 2-4 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us wit very nice glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 12:00PM high tide with a following 6:10pm low tide. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan ! PURA VIDA ! --- > How to Pack for a Surf Vacation with Kids - Published: 2017-10-13 - Modified: 2025-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-pack-for-a-surf-vacation-with-kids/ - Categories: Blog Give yourself a high-five. Your kids are ready for a surf trip! You’ve put in the hard work to teach them to swim, you’ve taught them the basics of ocean safety, and they’re (almost) as stoked as you are. Here at WRSC, we’ve taken care of everything so that you can have a great experience with your family. All you have to do is get here! Before You Go: Passports and documents. Traveling to Costa Rica requires a passport valid for at least 6-months beyond the dates of your trip. Check the U. S. State Department for any special requirements regarding traveling with children. Research these requirements well before your departure date. Guidebook or phrasebook. English is spoken just about everywhere, but knowing a few key phrases (think beyond hola and gracias) is fun and will open the doors to a deeper interaction with the locals. Pretty soon your kids will be picking up the local lingo and teaching you. A guidebook is a great way to learn about your surroundings, find restaurant ideas, and read up on other attractions. Here’s at WRSC, we have great wifi, but we recommend a guide book because it’s good to get off your screen for a little while. For the plane: Devices and chargers. You don’t need to buy a brand-new iPad for your trip. A simple e-reader with a few games and books works great. Or format an old smartphone as an audiobook player; downloading books your child likes is easy (and can burn oodles of time—the first Harry Potter book is 9 hours long). And don’t forget the ear buds/headphones, and chargers. Costa Rica uses the same electrical current and plugs as the US, so you won’t need any fancy converters. Sticker books. These are great for preschoolers and kindergarteners that like to keep their fingers busy. They only last about an hour, though, so make sure you have other entertainment planned. They’re also fun to do together. Special snacks. Look for the fun or new items that your kids haven’t tried yet, or that you won’t buy because it’s expensive/contains corn syrup/turns their tongue purple/obnoxious (such as gum). Surprise them with the little box of frosted animal cookies, or a mini bag of a fun snack you’ve said no to in the past. Make sure to also bring plenty of “real” food and an empty water bottle that you... --- > Playa Grande - Friday, October 13, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-13 - Modified: 2017-10-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-october-13-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Friday, October 13, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00am Today in Playa Grande (Palmeras), waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:30am high tide with a following 2:44pm low tide. Warm water, nice winds, good size of waves, just perfect to have a great time surfing! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande - Thursday, October 12, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-12 - Modified: 2017-10-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-october-12-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Thursday, October 12, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:25am high tide with a following 1:40pm low tide. Warm water and nice waves, very good for practice some new maneuvers. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Wednesday, October 11, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-11 - Modified: 2017-10-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-october-11-2016/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Wednesday, October 11, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:30am - 8:30am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:28am high tide with a following 12:42 low tide. A great surfing morning with very nice waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Discover how a surf trip in Costa Rica changed one person's perspective on their relationship with their dad. - Published: 2017-10-10 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-a-surf-trip-changed-my-view-of-my-dad/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks The wheels made contact with the tarmac and the entire aircraft shook. I looked over at my dad in the seat next to me as he jolted awake. We just touched down in Liberia, Costa Rica. We were on a surf trip together, heading to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in the sleepy surf town of Tamarindo. Surfing is something my dad and I shared a passion for, and I was eager to get in the water. At the same time, I was nervous. As we waited at the baggage claim for my brand new board to come over the carousel (a beautiful 6’0” fish cut), I began to worry. A week was a long time to spend with my father. The last time I spent this much time alone with my dad, I was twelve and he had taken me to a North Carolina Tar Heels basketball game. It was nearly a decade later, and other than surfing, we didn’t have much in common. Don’t get me wrong, I love my dad, and I love spending time with him. But he was an engineer-turned-businessman who spent the majority of the year jet setting to the Middle East; and I was a 21-year-old college student, studying history with no intentions of entering corporate America. In fact, I had a plan to start a travel business after college with my best friend, in an effort to make surf trips a career norm. Needless to say, we are put together a bit differently. When the free airport transfer dropped us off at camp and we arrived in our room, my nerves calmed. We had an ocean view and were situated between the Surf Camp’s two bars. Not a bad setup at all. It was late, so we called it a night with a plan to wake up bright and early for our first day of guided surf. The next morning, we met our surf guide, Yohan, a longhaired, tan surfer with enough stoke for the whole beach. Yohan helped my dad select the perfect board for the morning, from the camp’s massive selection of stellar boards. We paddled out. It was a relatively calm morning so we both made it out to the lineup with dry hair. We sat, staring at the horizon, waiting for a set to come in. The whole time, I couldn’t help but question my dad’s surf prowess.... --- > Playa Grande - Tuesday, October 10, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-10 - Modified: 2017-10-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-october-10-2016/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Tuesday, October 10, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. There was no winds at the time of the report were providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 5:38am high tide with a following 11:50am low tide. Waves were really nice this morning, perfecto to have fun. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Monday, October 9, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-09 - Modified: 2017-10-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-october-9-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, October 9, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1:00pm, 4:00pm Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy surface conditions. Small and choppy but good for beginners. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, October, 07, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-07 - Modified: 2017-10-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-october-07-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Saturday, October, 07 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:36 am low tide with a following 3:51 pm high tide. Today waves are disorganized and choppy but the weather is getting better. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor --- > Playa Tamarindo - Friday, October, 06, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-06 - Modified: 2017-10-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-friday-october-06-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your Friday, October, 06 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:00 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 3-4 feet with stormy conditions. Winds at the time of the report were cross-shore strong providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:55 am low tide with a following 3:10 pm high tide. Today the stormy conditions persist a long the day. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > How To Help Your Kids Learn To Surf - Published: 2017-10-05 - Modified: 2017-10-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-help-your-kids-learn-to-surf/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp We get a lot of surf-stoked parents that ask us, “How do I get my kid to learn to surf? ” Over the years, we’ve seen a lot of families and taught tons of kids to surf. Here’s our advice: 1. Take your kiddo everywhere. Unless you have a particularly cranky little person, go on surf trips, go to the beach. You may have to trade off surfing with your significant other, but it’s a small price to pay for getting out in the waves. 2. When your kids become toddlers, brace yourself for some rough years. Toddlers are the toughest humans to travel with. Scale your adventures back a bit. Take day trips to your local beach and just play together. Let them smell the sea air and get sandy and wet. Build sand castles, explore tide pools, fly a kite. Be prepared for very short surf sessions, or to surf crappy waves because your only window to get out happens to be at peak ebb in onshore wind (go anyway). 3. Get your kid a decent wetsuit. If you live in a cold climate, this goes without saying. But even in warm climates like Southern California or even Hawaii, little ones get cold. Have you ever tried to learn something when you’re uncomfortable? It sucks. Don’t force your kid to tough out being cold. Of course, if you are teaching your kids to surf in Costa Rica, there’s no need for this piece of equipment! 4. Get swimming lessons. Swimming is a prerequisite for any ocean sport and can also save your child’s life. Invest in swim lessons and lots of pool time when you can to strengthen these skills. 5. Make (or bring) friends. If you can travel or meet up with another family that has water-loving kids, your kids will spend twice as much time in the water playing with them. It’s also good for peer pressure. No kid wants to be building sand castles on the beach when everyone else is playing in the water. 6. When you travel, get a place with a pool. A lot of beaches are too hot and exposed for kids, especially little ones. Or unsafe due to giant surf. A warm, quiet pool is a great place for your kids to play while you and your spouse trade off surfing. It’s also a great way for your kids... --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, October, 04, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-04 - Modified: 2017-10-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-october-04-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your wednesday, October, 04 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:33 am low tide with a following 1:47 pm high tide. Today we have stormy weather, stay away from the ocean. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Trial By Marbella - Published: 2017-10-03 - Modified: 2023-07-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/trial-by-marbella/ - Categories: Costa Rica Surfing, Lifestyle, Talk Story by Amy Waeschle I stood in the idling boat with the others, our breaths collectively held. Fat ridges of swell were stacked to the sapphire-blue horizon, and one was steaming toward Marbella’s black-sand shore. The wave peaked; the deep blue lip reaching forward, then a burst of spray sparkled in the sun like shards of colored glass. The wave peeled perfectly for an impossibly long time, roaring like a jet engine. The entire crew of surfers exhaled a simultaneous, “whoa,” before becoming a flurry of bodies rushing and jostling to get into the water. Smirking, our boat driver underhanded our surf boards into the water like fistfuls of rice at a wedding. I plunged in after my board, reminding myself that if my guides didn’t think I could handle this wave, they wouldn’t have sent me here. After three days of Witch’s Rock tours program, I was well on my way to surfing my brains out. I could also feel myself getting more comfortable surfing bigger waves. I was ready for this—I’d been surfing for only a few years but wanted to push myself and improve. I was tired of being the newbie, the scardy-cat. But I hadn’t slept a wink the night before because Marbella was a serious wave. When my favorite surf guide found out I was headed to Marbella the next day he looked at me gravely and said, “Careful. Mar-baya ees a heavy wave. ” He also told me to not, under any circumstances, get caught inside. Yikes. Sitting in the lineup, my throat was so tight I wondered if I might be having an asthma attack. Do not get caught inside rang in my head. I kept a constant eye on the horizon for the big sets. The first surfer paddled for a wave and got pitched over the falls, the wave exploding with a thunderous boom as he disappeared inside the massive foam ball. I winced and didn’t exhale until I saw him scratch over the next set. Another surfer dropped in with the same result. What was I doing here? Another surfer dropped in and ducked beneath the lip, shooting down the line, the wave arcing in a perfect oval after him. An almost-barrel. He carved a hard turn for the lip and flew over it just as the wave slammed shut in a thick mass of foamy, blue water. Finally it... --- > Playa Grande - Tuesday, October, 03, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-03 - Modified: 2017-10-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-october-03-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your Tuesday, October surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:48 am low tide with a following 1:04 pm high tide. Today waves were in good shape and size. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Playa Tamarindo - Monday, October, 02, 2017 - Published: 2017-10-02 - Modified: 2017-10-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-october-02-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your Monday, October, 02 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 5:58 am low tide with a following 12:16 pm high tide. Today waves are small but still good to have fun! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor --- > Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, September, 30, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-30 - Modified: 2017-09-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-september-30-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Saturday, September, 30 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:17 am high tide with a following 4:30 pm low tide. Today waves are small but in good shape. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Playa Grande - Friday, September, 29, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-29 - Modified: 2017-09-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-september-29-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your Friday, September, 29 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:11 am high tide with a following 3:24 pm low tide. Today waves were in right conditions for begginers to learn As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Playa Grande - Thursday, September, 28, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-28 - Modified: 2017-09-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-september-28-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your thursday, september, 28 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:11 am high tide with a following 2:23 pm low tide. Today waves are in good size and shape to go out and have fun. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. DCIM100GOPROGOPR4918. --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, 27, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-27 - Modified: 2017-09-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-27-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your wednesday, september, 27 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:20 am high tide with a following 1:30 pm low tide. Today waves were good early in the morning. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > First time surfing? Here’s your guide to having a blast! Discover essential tips for a safe and fun surfing experience. - Published: 2017-09-26 - Modified: 2025-05-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/first-time-surfing-heres-your-guide-to-having-a-blast/ - Categories: Blog, Learn to Surf Tutorials Planning on surfing for the first time? ... AWESOME. You are taking the first step to having an unforgettable experience and life-long passion! Picking up the board for the first time can be a bit intimidating, but we are here to provide you with the correct information to make your first attempt a successful one. With decades of surfing experience, we wrote this article to help you focus on most important elements every beginner should know for their first surf session. Use these recommendations with caution, they may change your life (for the better) forever! PICK (ON) A WAVE YOUR OWN SIZE Breaking waves can be found in just about all corners of our planet. Waves are generated from strong winds blowing over great distances of open water. Theoretically, where ever there are strong winds and lots of water, surfable waves can be created. Typically, the best waves are found in the ocean, but did you know that there are also hardcore wave-riders along the Great Lakes and in the Mediterranean Sea? When surfing for your first time, it is important to understand the different types of surf breaks, and which one is the best for your cresting ability. There are three basic types of surf breaks: Beach Break (sandy bottom) Point break (rocky or sandy bottoms) Reef Breaks (shallow rocks or coral bottom) Beach Breaks with sandy bottoms are 100% the best surf spots for Novice and Beginner surfers. When you pop up on the board for the first couple times and fall (trust me, you WILL fall) the sand is much more forgiving than a rocky bottom. When arriving to a new beach, always talk to a local (or even better, a lifeguard) about submerged rocks, rip currents, tides, etc. (Psst – we have a great beach break directly in front of our surf camp here in Tamarindo. ) SURF AT THE RIGHT TIME The time of day that you go surfing matters. Generally speaking, the best weather conditions are in the AM hours when the wind is calm. Strong winds that blow from the ocean to land (onshore winds) typically develop in the afternoon and will make the water surface choppy and harder to navigate. A choppy surface will create small ripples running through the waves and will cause the wave to break less uniformly and ultimately, harder to catch. The best winds for surfing are... --- > Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, September, 26, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-26 - Modified: 2017-09-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-tuesday-september-26-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Tuesday, September, 26 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:35 am high tide with a following 12:44 pm low tide. Today waves are in good shape and size to go out and have fun. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Playa Tamarindo - Monday, September, 25, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-25 - Modified: 2017-09-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-september-25-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Monday, September, 25 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 12:03 pm low tide with a following 6:18 pm high tide. Today waves were really good during the morning tide. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, September, 23, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-23 - Modified: 2017-09-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-september-23-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Saturday, September, 23 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with semi-choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:43 am low tide with a following 4:56 pm high tide. Today is raining day with small waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Playa Grande - Friday, September, 22, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-22 - Modified: 2017-09-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-september-22-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your Friday, September, 22 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2:00 pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:03 am low tide with a following 4:16 pm high tide. Today we went to a school trip to playa grande, it was choppy but we had fun. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Graduating from the Kiddie Pool - Published: 2017-09-22 - Modified: 2019-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/graduating-from-the-kiddie-pool/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews - Tags: Talk Story Contributor: Chris Wirth My kids, Adrian and Avery, and I sit on our boards farther out from the beach than in our three previous days of surf lessons. As we watch the sets roll in, I enjoy the scenery. The expanse of Playa Grande extends beyond the estuary to my left while Playa Tamarindo rolls off to my right into the horizon. It’s a pretty sweet office. We were beyond the break where we’d seen the locals surfing in previous days. From this vantage point, bobbing with our instructors, we could see my wife and other WRSC students in the shallower break closer to the beach -- what my still newbie kids called the “kiddy pool”. To the boys, we were salty old watermen at this point. With our three whole days of instruction and more giddiness than skill, we happily kept hurling ourselves into the swells of that beautiful morning. Adrian rode the first big wave of our morning, Avery followed but with a smack as he positioned himself a bit too far forward on his board. I followed with several spectacular ditches of my own. I paddled back out to Ricardo, where he was waiting to tell me how to fix my feet, how to stay more centered, and to keep my eyes up once I popped up. There is beauty in humility. If you don’t believe me, go surfing. As I struggled to paddle back out through the impact zone, I wondered if the sport should’ve been called “paddling” instead of surfing. I wondered if my desk jockeying and beer curls back in Boston maybe, just maybe, weren’t entirely the right preparation for this. I looked up and saw Ricardo in the distance watching me and pointing to his shoulder. I remembered before the lesson he said to paddle out beyond the shoulder of the break and then to position yourself where you want to be. Ah yes, there’s a reason he was the teacher and I was the student. Once I got back out to the group again, my kids were hitting me with rapid-fire questions: “Dad, did you just see me? ” “Dad, did you see my front-side turn? ” “Dad, did you just see that wipe out! ” “Dad, dad, dad! ” For a moment I forgot about my own experience and simply embraced the chorus of their joy. “1-2-3 UP! ”... Ricardo... --- > Playa Tamarindo - Thursday, September, 21, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-21 - Modified: 2017-09-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-september-21-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your thursday, September,21 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1:30 pm Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:22 am low tide with a following 3:34 pm high tide. Today waves were small and choppy. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Talk Story is a Hawaiian term for chatting or shooting the breeze. Talking story is what friends do on a lazy day, - Published: 2017-09-20 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/welcome-to-talk-story/ - Categories: Talk Story This is where you will find tales from Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Do you want to: Explore what it's like to spend a week at our surf camp? Take a virtual vacation and live the Pura Vida life vicariously through others? Remember your epic adventures at WRSC and stay connected to the Witch's Rock family? If so, you’ve found the right place! Talk Story is a Hawaiian term for chatting or shooting the breeze. Talking story is what friends do on a lazy day, around a campfire, or at happy hour. Just hang out and Talk Story. So, that’s what you will find here. Stories from that first time you caught a wave to the first time you got barreled. And memories of great times out of the water too. This is a place to connect and get connected, meet new friends and live that Pura Vida life whether you are in Costa Rica or not. Are you interested in Talking Story? Great! Reach out here. --- > Playa Tamarindo - Wednesday, September, 20, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-20 - Modified: 2017-09-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-september-20-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your Wednesday, September, 20 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:30 pm Today in playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:38 am low tide with a following 2:51 pm high tide. Today waves were small but with good shape. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Playa Avellanas - Tuesday, September, 19, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-19 - Modified: 2017-09-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thuesday-september-19-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your thuesday, September,19 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:30 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:50 am low tide with a following 2:04 pm high tide. Today the conditions were really good and smooth. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Playa Tamarindo - Monday, September, 18, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-18 - Modified: 2017-09-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-september-18-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your Monday, September, 16 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:30 am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi-glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:56 am low tide with a following 1:12 pm high tide. Today waves were small but good for learning. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Playa Tamarindo - Saturday, September, 16, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-16 - Modified: 2017-09-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-saturday-september-16-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Saturday, September, 16 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:30 am Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi-glassy surface conditions. We've got a 1:06 am high tide with a following 5:22 pm high tide. Today waves are realy small, but good for beginners to learn. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Playa Avellanas - Friday, September, 15, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-15 - Modified: 2017-09-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-friday-september-15-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Victor with your Friday, September, 15 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 3-5 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:54 am high tide with a following 4:11 pm low tide. Today the waves were in good shape. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Playa Grande - Thursday, September, 14, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-14 - Modified: 2017-09-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-september-14-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Victor with your thursday, september,14 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with semi-glass water surface conditions. We've got a 8:44 am high tide with a following 3:00 pm low tide. Today were some mixed up conditions, but early in the morning is the best time to go surfing. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Playa Grande - Wednesday, September 13, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-13 - Modified: 2017-09-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-september-13-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Victor with your Tuesday, September 13 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 6 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with semi-glass water surface conditions. We've got a 7:41 am high tide with a following 1:55 pm low tide. Today we had good size waves early in the morning. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Avellanas - Tuesday, September 12, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-12 - Modified: 2017-09-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-september-12-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Tuesday, September 12, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:35am Today in Avellanas, waves are 3-6 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light onshore providing us with some choppy water surface conditions. Today we had very good size of waves, perfect for new manoeuvres. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande - Monday, September 11, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-11 - Modified: 2017-09-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-september-11-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Monday, September 11 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 4-6 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were side shore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:00 am high tide with a following 12:10 pm low tide. Today were such a good waves early in the morning. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Tamarindo - Saturday, September 9, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-09 - Modified: 2017-09-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-september-9-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Victor with your Saturday, September 9 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:45 am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1 foot with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:43 am low tide with a following 4:56 pm high tide. Really smalls waves, Good day to play at the beach. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Playa Grande - Friday , September 8, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-08 - Modified: 2017-09-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-september-8-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Victor with your Friday September 8, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Grande , waves are 1-4 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were off shore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 10:02 am low tide with a following 4:16 pm high tide. Today was small and glassy waves perfec to have fun. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Tamarindo- Thursday, September 5 ,2017 - Published: 2017-09-07 - Modified: 2017-09-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-thursday-september-5-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Victor with your Thursday September 5 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:00pm , 2:00 pm , 4:00 pm Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were side shore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:23 am low tide with a following 3:37 high tide. Waves were really small today, just perfect for beginners As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Victor F. --- > Playa grande Wednesday , September 6 , 2017 - Published: 2017-09-06 - Modified: 2017-09-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-september-6-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday , September 6 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:30pm Today in playa Grande , the waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. The winds at the time of the report were a very light onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 2:58 pm high tide with a following 9:03pm low tide. Nice waves and a nice afternoon to surf with friends As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA. . --- > Tamarindo - Tuesday, September 5, 2017 - Published: 2017-09-05 - Modified: 2017-09-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-september-5-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Tuesday, September 5, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3:00pm Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:04am low tide with a following 2:18pm high tide. Waves are really small today, just perfect for beginners. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Tamarindo, Thursday, August 31, 2017. - Published: 2017-08-31 - Modified: 2017-08-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-thursday-august-31-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Thursday surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were not wind providing us with not clear surface conditions. We've got a 10:00 am high tide with a following 4:00 pm low tide. After much rain today very good waves ! ! ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La chama. --- > Playa Avellanas, Wednesday, August 30, 2017. - Published: 2017-08-30 - Modified: 2017-08-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-wednesday-august-30-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Wednesday, August 30, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am. Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were gentle wind providing us with oily water surface conditions. We've got a 7:00 am high tide with a following 1:00 pm low tide. Our customers have fun with the paco instructor. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Avellanas, Monday, August 28, 2017. - Published: 2017-08-28 - Modified: 2017-08-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-monday-august-28-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Monday, August 28, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am. Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were gentle wind onshore providing us with some corrent surface conditions. We've got a am high tide with a following 7:17 am 1:17 pm low tide. Good waves in Avellanas. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Tamarindo - Thursday, August 24, 2017 - Published: 2017-08-24 - Modified: 2017-08-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-thursday-august-25-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Thursday, August 24, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. The size of the waves are very perfect for beginners, so go out there and enjoy with family and friends. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Nosara - Wednesday, August 23, 2017 - Published: 2017-08-23 - Modified: 2017-08-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/nosara-wednesday-august-23-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Wednesday, August 23, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00am Today in Nosara, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light offshore providing us with some glassy surface conditions. The size of the waves are perfect and it is a beautiful day! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Guiones - Tuesday, August 22, 2017 - Published: 2017-08-22 - Modified: 2017-08-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guiones-tuesday-august-22-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Tuesday, August 22, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:30am Today in Guiones, waves are 2-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light onshore providing us with semy shoppy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:52pm low tide with a following 3:06 high tide. A very nice day to cacht tons of waves! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Monday, August 21, 2017 - Published: 2017-08-21 - Modified: 2017-08-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-august-21-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, August 21, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00am - 2:00pm Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light offshore providing us with some glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:00am low tide with a following 2:16pm high tide. It was a very small day perfect for all the beginners. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Avellanas - Wednesday, August 16, 2017 - Published: 2017-08-16 - Modified: 2017-08-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-wednesday-august-16-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Wednesday, August 16, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00am Today in Avellanas, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with very nice glassy water surface conditions. It is such an epic day with very nice size of waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel --- > Avellanas - Tuesday, August 15, 2017 - Published: 2017-08-15 - Modified: 2017-08-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-august-14-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Tuesday, August 15, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9am Today in Avellanas, waves are 2-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. A very nice day to have fun! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel --- > Playa Tamarindo, Monday, August, 2017. - Published: 2017-08-14 - Modified: 2017-08-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-august-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Monday, August 14 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 5-6 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were not wind providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 7:13 am high tide with a following 1:13 pm low tide. This swell promises, good pumps! ! ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama! ! ! --- > Playa Grande Friday, August 11, 2017 - Published: 2017-08-11 - Modified: 2017-08-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-august-11-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report, Uncategorized Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Friday, August 11 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:30am Today in Playa grande, waves were 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 5:05am high tide with a following 11:08am low tide An excellent day to have fun with friends. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan “PURA VIDA” DCIM101GOPROG0771218. DCIM101GOPROG0711135. DCIM101GOPROG0691133. DCIM101GOPROG0601121. DCIM101GOPROG0731138. DCIM101GOPROG0591120. DCIM101GOPROG0621123. DCIM101GOPROG0751216. --- > Tamarindo Wednesday , August 9, 2017 - Published: 2017-08-10 - Modified: 2017-08-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-august-9-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday, August 9 , surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:00pm / 2:00pm / 4:00pm Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light onshore providing us with soft choppy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 3:51pm high tide with a following 10:09pm low tide. There are strong currents, and some big close out waves, but also some good ones with good size. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan . . PURA VIDA. . --- > Tamarindo Monday, August 7, 2017 - Published: 2017-08-08 - Modified: 2017-08-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-august-7-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes ! This is jonathan with your Monday ,August 7 , surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:00am / 1:30pm / 3:30pm Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were verylight onshore providing us with soft choppy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 2:47pm high tide with a following 8:30pm low tide. Waves are really small today, just perfect for beginners. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan ( PURA VIDA ) DCIM101GOPROG0470898. DCIM101GOPROG0540947. DCIM101GOPROG0550951. DCIM101GOPROG0450880. DCIM101GOPROG0520943. --- > Avellanas Tuesday , August 8 , 2017 - Published: 2017-08-08 - Modified: 2017-08-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-august-8-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, August 8, surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:00 am Today in playa avellanas , the waves are 1-2 feet with poor conditions. The winds at the time of the report were a very light onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 3:24pm high tide with a following 9:32pm low tide. We hope that tomorrow conditions will be better. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA. . --- > Avellanas - Tuesday, August 1, 2017 - Published: 2017-08-01 - Modified: 2017-08-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-august-1-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Tuesday, August 1, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00am Today in Avellanas, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. Really nice shape of waves, perfect for any kind of boards. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Monday, July 31, 2017 - Published: 2017-07-31 - Modified: 2017-07-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-july-31-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, July 31, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 3-5 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:48am high tide with a following 3:02pm low tide. This swell is bringing some big waves! ! So go out there and have the session of your life. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande- Friday, July 28, 2017. - Published: 2017-07-28 - Modified: 2017-07-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-july-28-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Friday surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were gentle wind offshore providing us with water glassy surface conditions. We've got a 6:20 am high tide with a following 12:20 pm low tide. Good waves some tubes! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama! --- > Playa Tamarindo-Tuesday, July 25, 2017. - Published: 2017-07-26 - Modified: 2017-07-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-tuesday-july-25-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Tuesday, July 25 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 4:20 pm. Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were not wind providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 4:13 pm high tide with a following 10:13 am low tide. Afternoon perfect for longboard! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, 26 July 2017. - Published: 2017-07-26 - Modified: 2017-07-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-26-july-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Arelys Rivas with your wednesday surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3:00 pm. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were gentle wind offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. We've got a 5:33 am high tide with a following 11:33 pm low tide. Waiting for big waves with these conditions! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Tamarindo- Monday, July 24, 2017. - Published: 2017-07-24 - Modified: 2017-07-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-july-24-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Monday July 24 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1:00 pm. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with something moved surface conditions. We've got a 3:23 pm high tide with a following 9:23 am low tide. Good waves to learn! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama! ! ! --- > Captain Suizo - Friday, July 21, 2017 - Published: 2017-07-21 - Modified: 2017-07-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/captain-suizo-friday-july-21-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is Jonathan with your Friday, July 21 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00AM Today in Captain Suizo, waves are 1- 3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with warm and clear water surface conditions. We've got a 12:35PM high tide with a following 6:53PM low tide. A small day but with very funny waves. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan Pura vida... DCIM101GOPROG0330219. --- > Playa Avellanas - Thursday , July 20, 2017 - Published: 2017-07-20 - Modified: 2017-07-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-july-20-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Thursday , July 20 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:30am Today in playa avellanas , the waves are 2-4 feet with fair conditions. The winds at the time of the report were a very light onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:33am high tide with a following 5:52pm low tide. We hope that tomorrow conditions will be better. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA. . DCIM100GOPROG0299914. DCIM100GOPROG0309918. --- > Tamarindo - Tuesday, July 18, 2017 - Published: 2017-07-18 - Modified: 2017-07-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-july-18-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with yourTuesday, July 18, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were verylight onshore providing us with soft choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:28am high tide with a following 3:44pm low tide. Waves are really small today, just perfect for beginners. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Plan your surf trip to Costa Rica with ease. Find out what essential items you need to bring for an unforgettable experience. - Published: 2017-07-17 - Modified: 2025-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-to-bring-to-costa-rica-on-your-next-surf-trip/ - Categories: Blog 15 years ago, this list may have included items like a medical kit, snake-bite anti venom, or water purifying tablets. But the times have changed in Costa Rica and travelers no longer need to pack such serious provisions. When traveling to Witch's Rock Surf Camp,we will take care of all the tough logistics like airport transfer, transportation to the best surf spots, early morning breakfasts, photos & videos, board rental, etc However, there are a few last minute items that you may want to throw in your bags before leaving. Check out the list below for some insider tips on what to bring on your next surf trip to Costa Rica. PASSPORT Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months to travel internationally to Costa Rica. Americans and Canadians do not need travel visas. We suggest that you make a copy of your passport and also take a photo of your passport with your phone and email it to yourself. Doing this will save a lot of headache in the rare case that you lose your passport while traveling internationally. CASH Costa Rica uses Colones and US dollars. You can bring US dollars with you, although you should avoid denominations over $20 if possible. Keep in mind that credit card companies assess significant fees for international debit card transactions. There are multiple ATMs in Tamarindo. You can exchange your US dollars for Costa Rican Colones at one of the local banks, doing this will give you generally better exchange rates when making local purchases. CREDIT CARD Although credit card companies typically have good exchange rates, the foreign transaction fees can be up to 3% on all transactions. Make sure to check if your credit card company charges this foreign transaction fee, as there are plenty of credit card that do not (Chase Bank offers multiple options). Be sure to call your credit card company before you travel, let them know that you will be travelling to Costa Rica and give them your arrival and departure dates. Having a travel alert on your card will insure that your credit card company doesn’t deny any charges because they deemed them as suspicious. SWIM SUIT Since you’ll be in the water every day, make sure to bring multiple pairs of boardshorts, swimsuits, surf bikinis, or whatever else you plan to wear while surfing. You can always find a large selection... --- > Tamarindo - Monday , July 17, 2017 - Published: 2017-07-17 - Modified: 2017-07-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-july-17-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Monday , July 17, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00AM 8:30AM 10:30AM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with warm and clear water surface conditions. We've got a 8:30AM high tide with a following 2:43PM low tide. The water was very nice and also the waves! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA DCIM100GOPROG0209758. DCIM100GOPROG0229803. DCIM100GOPROG0259857. DCIM100GOPROG0289865. DCIM100GOPROG0149738. --- > Tamarindo - Thursday, July 13, 2017 - Published: 2017-07-14 - Modified: 2017-07-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-thursday-july-13-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Thursday, July 13, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 5:34am high tide with a following 11:32am low tide. It was a beautiful morning. We are expecting same conditions for tomorrow. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande - Friday, July 14, 2017 - Published: 2017-07-14 - Modified: 2017-07-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-july-14-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Friday, July 14, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:13am high tide with a following 12:14pm low tide. It was such a summer style morning, really nice with some good size waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Avellanas - Wednesday, July 12, 2017 - Published: 2017-07-13 - Modified: 2017-07-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-wednesday-july-12-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Wednesday, July 12, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3:45pm Today in Avellanas, waves are 2-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light onshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 10:52am low tide with a following 5:05pm high tide. It was a fun day with some nice waves, perfect to have fun! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Tuesday, July 12, 2017 - Published: 2017-07-11 - Modified: 2017-07-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-july-12-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Tuesday, July 12, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 4:00pm Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. There was no wind at the time of the report providing us with semi glassy surface conditions. The set is bringing some good size but kind of closeout! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Marcel) --- > Avellanas - Monday, July 10, 2017 - Published: 2017-07-10 - Modified: 2017-07-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-monday-july-11-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, July 10, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3:30pm Today in Avellanas, waves are 3-4 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:34am low tide with a following 3:48pm high tide. Not the best day but still ok if you want to practice son fast new maneuvers. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande, Friday, July 7, 2017. - Published: 2017-07-07 - Modified: 2017-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-july-7-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Friday, July 7, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:00 pm. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-5 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were gentle wind providing us with moved water surface conditions. We've got a 1:45 pm high tide with a following 7:45 pm low tide. Good waves today! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama! --- > Playa Grande, Thursday, July 6, 2017. - Published: 2017-07-06 - Modified: 2017-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-july-6-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Thursday, July 6, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were gentle wind offshore providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 1:05 pm high tide with a following 7:00 pm low tide. After 11:30 am the wind sideshore. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, July 5, 2017. - Published: 2017-07-05 - Modified: 2017-07-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-july-5-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Wednesday, July 5 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were not wind providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 12:17 high am tide with a following 6:17 pm low tide. A good day to learn to surf! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama! ! ! --- > Avellanas - Tuesday, July 4, 2017 - Published: 2017-07-04 - Modified: 2017-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-july-4-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Tuesday, July 4, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00am Today in Avellanas, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light offshore providing us with nice glassy waves surface conditions. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande - Monday, July 3, 2017 - Published: 2017-07-03 - Modified: 2017-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-monday-july-3-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, July 3 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light offshore providing us with glassy surface conditions. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel --- > Captain Suizo Friday, June 30, 2017 - Published: 2017-06-30 - Modified: 2017-06-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/30370/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Friday, June 30, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:30am Today in captain suizo, the waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. The winds at the time of the report were a very light onshore providing us with semi choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:39am high tide with a following 1:48pm low tide. We hope that tomorrow conditions will be better. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA. . DCIM100GOPROG0239368. DCIM100GOPROG0279372. --- > Avellenas Thursday, June 29, 2017 - Published: 2017-06-29 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellenas-thursday-june-29-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Thursday , June 29, surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Time of report: 6:00am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light glassy providing us with warm and clear water surface conditions. We’ve got a 6:46am high tide with a following 12:21pm low tide. Today was a sunny morning with good waves. . “PURA VIDA” As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA. . DCIM100GOPROG0079319. DCIM100GOPROG0099321. DCIM100GOPROGOPR9313. DCIM100GOPROG0069318. DCIM100GOPROG0119323. --- > Playa Tamarindo Wednesday , june 28 , 2017 - Published: 2017-06-28 - Modified: 2017-06-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-june-28-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday , june 28 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Report Time: 6:00 am Today at Playa Tamarindo, the waves are 1-3 feet with pleasant conditions. There was no wind and the water surface conditions are clear and warm. We have a high tide of 5:53 a. m. and a low tide of 11:57 a. m. The water was very nice and also the waves! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you would like to get here. See you on the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA... DCIM100GOPROGOPR9278. --- > Tamarindo Monday , June 26, 2017 - Published: 2017-06-27 - Modified: 2017-06-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tmarindo-monday-june-26-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Monday, June 26 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:30AM 2:00PM 4:00PM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind providing us with glassy surface conditions. We’ve got a 4:27PM high tide with a following 10:40PM low tide An excellent afternoon to have fun with friends. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan “PURA VIDA” --- > Avellanas Tuesday, June 27 , 2017 - Published: 2017-06-27 - Modified: 2017-06-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-june-27-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, june 27 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00AM Today in Playa Avellanas , waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind providing us with warm and clear water surface conditions. We’ve got a 5:01AM high tide with a following 11:04AM low tide. A small day but with very funny waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan PURA VIDA... --- > Tamarindo - Saturday, June 24, 2017 - Published: 2017-06-24 - Modified: 2017-06-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-june-24-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Saturday, June 24, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:30am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:23am low tide with a following 2:42 high tide. Not the best day, bus sunny and nice to have fun. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande - Friday, June 23, 2017 - Published: 2017-06-23 - Modified: 2017-06-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-23-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Friday, June 23, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:30am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light onshore providing us with very soft choppy surface conditions. We've got a 7:27am low tide with a following 1:49pm high tide. The size of the waves are good, perfect to practice some new maneuvers. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Avellanas - Thursday, June 22, 2017 - Published: 2017-06-22 - Modified: 2017-06-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-thursday-june-22-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Avellanas with your Thursday, June 22, 2017, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00am Today in Avellanas, waves are 3-5 feet with good conditions. There was no winds at all at the time of the report providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:29am low tide with a following 12:54pm high tide. Really nice ones today, couple of small barrel and clean sets. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Tuesday, June 20, 2017 - Published: 2017-06-21 - Modified: 2017-06-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-june-20-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Tuesday, June 20, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00am Yesterday in Tamarindo, waves were 2-3 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy surface conditions. We've got a 10:59am high tide with a following 5:15pm low tide. Not the best waves but hoping condition will get better soon. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Wednesday, June 21, 2017 - Published: 2017-06-21 - Modified: 2017-06-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-june-21-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Wednesday, June 21, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 3-4 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light onshore providing us with soft choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 11:57am high tide with a following 6:14pm low tide. Waves were actually fun this morning, just perfect to have fun with friends. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Monday, June 19, 2017 - Published: 2017-06-19 - Modified: 2017-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-june-19-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, June 19, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:30am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-4 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light onshore providing us with some choppy surface conditions. We've got a 10:00am high tide with a following 4:15 low tide. There are strong currents, and some big close out waves, but also some good ones with good size. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande, Friday , June 16, 2017. - Published: 2017-06-16 - Modified: 2017-06-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-16-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Friday, June 16 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind providing us with moved water surface conditions. We've got a 7:26 am high tide with a following 1:26 pm low tide. We hope the swell arrives soon. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Grande, Thursday, 15, 2017. - Published: 2017-06-15 - Modified: 2017-06-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-15-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys with your Thursday, June 15 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Time of report: 8:00 am. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:43 am high tide with a following 12:43 pm low tide. Buenos Dias! This is (your name) with your (day of the week / date) surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Conditions a little difficult after the rain. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday 14, 2017. - Published: 2017-06-14 - Modified: 2017-06-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-14-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Wednesday June 14 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 6:00 am high tide with a following 12:00 pm low tide. Waves for fun this morning! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Grande, Tuesday 13, 2017. - Published: 2017-06-13 - Modified: 2017-06-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-13-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Tuesday, June 13 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind providing us with glassy water surface conditions. We've got a 5:23 am high tide with a following 11:23 am low tide. After the rain last night the sea gave us some good waves! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama! --- > Playa Tamarindo Monday, June 12, 2017. - Published: 2017-06-12 - Modified: 2017-06-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-monday-june-12-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Monday, June 12 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3:00 pm. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind providing us with moved water surface conditions. We've got a 4:43 am high tide with a following 10:43 am low tide. The waves are to practice some techniques. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Tamarindo Friday, june 9 , 2017 - Published: 2017-06-09 - Modified: 2017-06-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-friday-june-9-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos tardes! This is Jonathan with your Friday, june 9 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:30pm Today in Playa tamarindo, waves were 1-3 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 2:53PM high tide with a following 9:08PM low tide. We hope that tomorrow conditions will be better. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan (PURA VIDA) --- > Playa grande Thursday , june 8 , 2017 - Published: 2017-06-08 - Modified: 2017-06-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-june-7-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Thursday , june 8 , surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:30pm Today in playa grande , waves are 2-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light onshore providing us with some choppy surface conditions. We’ve got a 7:59PM low tide with a following 2:05PM high tide. Still really nice surfing with the rain, try that out and have fun out there. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan (PURA VIDA) --- > Tamarindo Wednesday, june 7 , 2017 - Published: 2017-06-07 - Modified: 2017-06-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-june-7-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos tardes! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday, june 7 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:30AM 1:00PM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report on shore wind providing us with warm and clear water surface conditions. We’ve got a 1:21PM high tide with a following 7:17PM low tide. A great day for surfing and having fun. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan “PURA VIDA” --- > Playa Grande Tuesday june 6, 2017 - Published: 2017-06-06 - Modified: 2017-06-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-june-6-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos tardes ! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday june 6 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report 9:00AM Today in Playa grande , waves are 1- 4 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were on shore providing us with warm and move surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:33PM high tide with a following 6:31PM low tide. A bit difficult but a nice day to spend with friends As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan “PURA VIDA” --- > Tamarindo Monday, june 05, 2017 - Published: 2017-06-05 - Modified: 2017-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-june-05-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Monday, june 05 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30AM 9:30AM 12:00PM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind providing us with warm and clear water surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:02PM high tide with a following 6:22 low tide An excellent day to have fun with friends. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan “PURA VIDA” --- > Tamarindo - Saturday, June 3, 2017 - Published: 2017-06-03 - Modified: 2017-06-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-june-3-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Saturday, June 3, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 3-5 feet with good conditions. There was no wind at all at the time of the report providing us with really nice warm water surface conditions. We've got a 10:09am high tide with a following 4:25pm low/ tide. Waves are pumping with a great size, sweet for any kind of boards. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande - Friday, June 2, 2017 - Published: 2017-06-02 - Modified: 2017-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-june-2-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Friday, June 2, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. There was no winds at the time of the report providing us with some glassy waves surface conditions. We've got a 9:07am high tide with a following 3:19pm low tide. It was a beautiful morning with good waves and great surfing. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Fuel your surf sessions with these 5 essential rules of surfer nutrition. Boost energy, speed up recovery, and maximize performance. - Published: 2017-06-02 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/5-rules-of-surfer-nutrition-fueling-your-body-to-perform-your-best-part-1/ - Categories: Blog Written by Nick Holt The most important part of fueling surf sessions (and nutrition in general, for that matter) is to have a solid nutritional foundation. When you eat mostly whole foods and give your body all the nutrients it needs, you fuel a system where all your metabolic processes work optimally. Your muscles have the energy they need, the joints are loose and mobile, you recover faster, and have more mental focus. That should be the starting point for any surfer (or for any athlete for that matter). Once you have the solid foundation in place (see below on how to do that), then it’s time to work on more advanced goals like fat loss, muscle growth, or any specific performance goals. When whole foods comprise the bulk of your diet, what you specifically eat and drink prior to a workout or surf session becomes much less important. Having that solid base gives you tons of wiggle room. Most of time, all you need is some quick digesting carbohydrates like a banana or some yogurt to give you enough energy and stamina to endure those long, exhausting sessions. Or for some surfers, they surf on an empty stomach because they have enough stored up energy from the meal the night before. Now, what do surfers eat to stay lean and energized? There are various ways to pull off the surfer way of eating. As I mentioned earlier, building a strong nutritional foundation always comes first. If you take time to build that strong foundation, you’ll have a lot more flexibility as to what you actually eat before a session, or post-surf. You’ll also be able to buffer poor food choices with a strong base. And you’ll have plenty of stored energy even when you don’t have access to food. What Does A Solid Nutritional Foundation Look Like? The first step is to address any nutritional deficiencies. This can include anything from vitamins and minerals, to protein, water, and fats. If your metabolism isn’t working right, you’ll feel like crap, which means being able to surf and stay lean will be completely impossible. Even if you think you eat healthy, there’s still a good chance you have some kind of nutrient deficiency. Several studies have addressed how nutrient deficiencies are surprisingly prevalent in today’s modern diet. To find out if you have any specific deficiencies, consider getting a blood... --- > Playa Grande - Thursday, June 1, 2017 - Published: 2017-06-01 - Modified: 2017-06-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-june-1-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Thursday, June 1, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with nice conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light offshore providing us with clear and warm water surface conditions. We've got a 8:06am high tide with a following 2:13pm low tide. The water was very nice and also the waves! Good for any kind of board. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Avellanas - Wednesday, May 31, 2017 - Published: 2017-05-31 - Modified: 2017-05-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-may-31-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Wednesday, May 31, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30am Today in Avellanas, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. There was almost no winds at the time of the report providing us with some nice glassy waves surface conditions. We've got a 7:06am high tide with a following 1:11pm low tide. Very nice waves today with good size, perfect to have fun with friends. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Tuesday, May 30, 2017 - Published: 2017-05-30 - Modified: 2017-05-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-may-30-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Tamarindo with your Tuesday, May 30, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:45am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 3-4 with good conditions. There was no wind at the time of the report providing us with glassy waves surface conditions. We've got a 6:10am high tide with a following 12:13 low tide. Beautiful morning at home, perfect for longboards. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Monday, May 29, 2017 - Published: 2017-05-29 - Modified: 2017-05-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-may-29-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, May 29, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:30pm Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light onshore providing us with some coppy watersurface conditions. We've got a 11:18am low tide with a following 5:34pm lhigh tide. Not the greatest day, but still fun for longboards. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande, Friday, 26 May, 2017. - Published: 2017-05-27 - Modified: 2017-05-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-26-may-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Friday 26 May surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 1:00 pm. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were after rain not wind providing us with glass surface conditions. We've got a 3:20 pm high tide with a following 9:20 pm low tide. Fun waves after the rain! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Marbella, Thursday, May 25, 2017. - Published: 2017-05-25 - Modified: 2017-05-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-thursday-may-25-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Thursday, May 25, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:30 am. Today in Playa Marbella, waves are 3-4 with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with some corrent surface conditions. We've got a 2:13 pm high tide with a following 8:13 pm low tide. Our intructor Paco having fun with clients As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Tamarindo, Wednesday, May 24, 2017. - Published: 2017-05-24 - Modified: 2017-05-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-may-24-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report, Uncategorized Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your wednesday, May 24 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with soft shoppy surface conditions. We've got a 1:40 pm high tide with a following 7:40 pm low tide. Crystal clear water and good waves for surfing. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Grande, tuesday, May 23, 2017. - Published: 2017-05-23 - Modified: 2017-05-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-may-23-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Tuesday, May 23, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:00 am. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-4 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were gentle onshore wind providing us with some corrents surface conditions. We’ve got a 12:38 pm high tide with a following 6:30 pm low tide. Waves with good size something moved. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Avellanas - Monday, May 22, 2017 - Published: 2017-05-22 - Modified: 2017-05-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-monday-may-22-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, May 22, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00am Today in Avellanas, waves are 3-5 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water and fast waves surface conditions. We've got a 11:36am high tide with a following 5:49pm low tide. It was a good morning great for shortboards. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande Friday, May 19 , 2017 - Published: 2017-05-19 - Modified: 2017-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-may-19-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos dias! This is Jonathan with your Friday, May 19 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00AM Today in Playa grande , waves are 1- 4 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind providing us with warm and move surface conditions. We’ve got a 8:46AM high tide with a following 2:49PM low tide. A bit difficult but a nice day to spend with friends As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan “PURA VIDA” --- > Tamarindo Wednesday, May 17 , 2017 - Published: 2017-05-17 - Modified: 2017-05-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-may-17-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos dias! This is Jonathan with your Wednesday, May 17 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00AM 8:30AM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind providing us with warm and clear water surface conditions. We’ve got a 7:06AM high tide with a following 1:01PM low tide. A great day for surfing and having fun. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan “PURA VIDA” --- > Join the new segment, Ask Robert Anything, and get answers from surf legend Robert August every Friday night! - Published: 2017-05-16 - Modified: 2025-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ask-robert-anything/ - Categories: Blog To say that Robert August is an interesting individual would be a huge understatement... Now into his early 70's, Robert has been a celebrity surf star and world traveler for over 50 years and has no shortage of uniquely hilarious stories. And only at WRSC can you casually hangout with Robert and pretty much ask him anything. Don't be shy, Robert loves to share his accumulated wisdom with just about anybody! No question is too juicy :) We are are starting a new segment, Ask Robert Anything. And we mean it when we say it; ask him A-N-Y-T-H-I-N-G! The very best questions will be asked live on Friday nights during the Pirate Radio Show between 5-7pm local time. Tune in here to see if your questions is selected! You can ask Robert a Question through the following mediums: -Email us at reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com -Contact us on our Contact Us Page -Send us a Private Message on our Facebook Page -Leave a Comment Below --- > Playa Grande Tuesday, May 16, 2017 - Published: 2017-05-16 - Modified: 2017-05-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-may-16-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, May 16 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:30AM Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind providing us with warm and clear water surface conditions. We've got a 6:22AM high tide with a following 12:15PM low tide. An excellent day to have fun with friends. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan "PURA VIDA" --- > Tamarindo Monday, May 15, 2017 - Published: 2017-05-15 - Modified: 2017-05-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-may-15-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Monday, May 15 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00am 8:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind providing us with clear water surface conditions. We've got a 5:45am high tide with a following 11:34am low tide. A nice day for surfing and having fun. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan. "PURA VIDA" --- > Avellanas - Thursday, May 11, 2017 - Published: 2017-05-13 - Modified: 2017-05-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-thursday-may-11-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is MArcel with your Thursday, May 11 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3:00pm Yesterday in Avellanas, waves were 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore again providing us with more choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 9:06am low tide with a following 3:20pm high tide. It was a warm day in the water, perfect to get some waves with a longboard. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel --- > Avellanas - Friday, May 12, 2017 - Published: 2017-05-13 - Modified: 2017-05-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-friday-may-12-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Friday, May 12, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 3:30pm Today in Avellanas, waves are 2-3 with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy and moved surface conditions. We've got a 9:42am low tide with a following 3:57pm high tide. It was a good day to have fun with your friends. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel --- > Tamarindo - Saturday, May 13, 2017 - Published: 2017-05-13 - Modified: 2017-05-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-may-13-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Saturday, May 13, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2:30pm Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light onshore providing us with some choppy surface conditions. We've got a 10:18am low tide with a following 4:33pm high tide. Still really nice surfing with the rain, try that out and have fun out there. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Wednesday, May 10, 2017 - Published: 2017-05-11 - Modified: 2017-05-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-may-11-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Wednesday, May 10, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a light onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:28am low tide with a following 2:44pm high tide. A small day but still perfect for beginners. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Avellanas - Tuesday, Abril 9, 2017 - Published: 2017-05-09 - Modified: 2017-05-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-abril-9-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Tuesday, Abril 9, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:00pm Today in Avellanas, waves are 2-3 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:49am low tide with a following 2:05 high tide. Waves are ok and the water is warm. Go out there with your friends and have fun. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Monday, May 8, 2017 - Published: 2017-05-08 - Modified: 2017-05-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-may-8-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, May 8, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a light onshore providing us with choppy surface conditions. We've got a 7:05am low tide with a following 1:23 high tide. The water is warm and everyone is having fun put there. Go for it! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Tamarindo, 6 May, 2017. - Published: 2017-05-06 - Modified: 2017-05-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-6-may-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Saturday, 6 May, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: ! 0:00 am. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind after the rain providing us with oily water texture surface conditions. We've got a 12:30 pm high tide with a following 6:30 pm low tide. Good waves this morning! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama! --- > Playa Tamarindo, 5 May, 2017. - Published: 2017-05-05 - Modified: 2017-05-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-5-may-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Friday, 5 May, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:30 am. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no wind this morning providing us with some glassy surface conditions. We've got a 10:40 am high tide with a following 4:40 pm low tide. And after the rain? Surfing! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama! --- > Playa Avellanas, 4 May, 2017. - Published: 2017-05-04 - Modified: 2017-05-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-4-may-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Thursday, 4 May, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were something onshore providing us with A lot of current surface conditions. We've got a 9:30 am high tide with a following 3:30 pm low tide. The waves today perfect for practicing maneuvers! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Tamarindo, 3 May, 2017. - Published: 2017-05-03 - Modified: 2017-05-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-3-may-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Wednesday, May 3, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 4-6 feet with epic conditions. Winds at the time of the report were perfect offshore wind providing us with some glassy surface conditions. We've got a 8:26 am high tide with a following 2:26 pm low tide. Incredible morning of perfect waves, come tomorrow for more ! ! ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama! ! ! --- > Playa Grande, May 2, 2017. - Published: 2017-05-02 - Modified: 2017-05-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-may-2-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Tuesday, May 2, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with small and good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were no winds providing us with oily water surface conditions. We've got a 7:42 amhigh tide with a following 1:42 pm low tide. The swell lets us rest today, prepared for the next waves? As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > The WRSC Experience (Exceptional guest video) - Published: 2017-05-02 - Modified: 2017-05-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-wrsc-experience-exceptional-guest-video/ - Categories: Blog We love getting positive feedback from our guests after they have returned home safety and de-compressed from their STOKE-filled vacation. This was the message we received from a family that visited us this past April. Thank you so much for making our second visit so much fun, even more fun than the first (it was longer). Every single employee, from the desk to the maintenance guys to the managers are friendly and helpful, we truly feel like we are staying with friends. Our instructors (Manrique and Xiquei) were so good with our boys, they really progressed. All the instructors together create a great vibe in the water and on the beach. Unforgettable lessons in surfing and fun. Plus, thank you for not letting my wife drown. https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=F5kfoK4sMuU&feature=youtu. be --- > Tamarindo, Monday, May 1, 2017. - Published: 2017-05-01 - Modified: 2017-05-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-may-1-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Monday, May 1, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 4 feet with very good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were off shore providing us with some glassy surface conditions. We've got a 6:24 am high tide with a following 12:24 pm low tide. The swell is coming up, ready? As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Tamarindo – Thursday, April 27, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-27 - Modified: 2017-04-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-thursday-april-27-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas tardes! This is jonathan with your Thursday, April 27 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00am 11:00am 1:30pm Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions early in the morning and poor conditions after 2:00 pm. were sideshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We’ve got a 3:24pm high tide with a following 9:36pm low tide. Go surging early in the morning if you want some good waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! jonathan. . ! pura vida! --- > Playa Grande – Wednesday, April 26, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-26 - Modified: 2017-04-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-wednesday-april-26-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your wednesday, april 26, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:30am Today in playa grande, waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore , providing us with very moved surface. We have a 2:19pm high tide with a following 8:19PM low tide. Today's conditions a bit difficult and moved. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan. . Pura vida! ! --- > Tamarindo - Monday, April 24, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-25 - Modified: 2017-04-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-april-24-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, April 24 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:00am Yesterday in Tamarindo, waves were 1-2 with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light onshore providing us with some nice water surface conditions. We've got a 7:02am low tide with a following 2:00pm high tide. The water is warm, so perfect to enjoy with a longboard with small waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Avellanas – Tuesday, April 25, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-25 - Modified: 2017-04-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-april-25-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, April 25 surf surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report 9:00am Today in avellanas, waves are 2-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with some nice water surface conditions. We've got a 1:32pm high tide with a following 7:32pm low tide With small waves but a nice day for surfing. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan ... pura vida ! ! --- > Tamarindo - Saturday, April 22, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-22 - Modified: 2017-04-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-april-22-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Saturday, April 22 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:30am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 3-4 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with moved water surface conditions. We've got a 11:24am high tide with a following 5:30 low tide. Waves are much better early in the morning. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande - Friday, April 21, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-21 - Modified: 2017-04-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-april-21-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Friday, April 21 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light offshore providing us with some glassy waves surface conditions. We've got a 10:26am high tide with a following 4:28 low tide. Waves are good, some of them big! So go out there and enjoy this sunny day, As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Avellanas - Thursday, April 20, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-20 - Modified: 2017-04-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-thursday-april-20-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Thursday, April 20, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30am Today in Avellanas, waves are 2-3 feet with fair conditions. There was no wind at the time of the report providing us with some glassy and sometimes choppy small waves surface conditions. We've got a 9:24pm high tide with a following 3:22pm low tide. It was a fun morning perfect to enjoy waves with friends. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Avellanas - Tuesday, April 18, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-19 - Modified: 2017-04-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-tuesday-april-18-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Tuesday, April 18, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 4:00pm Today in Avellanas, waves were 1-2 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 7:33am high tide with a following 1:25 low tide. We hope that tomorrow conditions will be better. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Wednesday, April 19, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-19 - Modified: 2017-04-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-april-19-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Wednesday, April 19, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:30am, 11:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions early in the morning and poor conditions after 10:00am. At 6:00am there was no wind at all and winds after 9:30am were onshore providing us with choppy water surface conditions. We've got a 8:25am high tide with a following 2:20pm low tide. Go surging early in the morning if you want some good waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Monday, April 17, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-17 - Modified: 2017-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-april-17-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, April 17 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:00am - 10:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with poor conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a light offshore early in the morning (6:30am approx,) turning to offshore some hours later providing us with moved water surface conditions. We've got a 6:47am high tide with a following 12:39pm low tide. Waves are better early in the morning or at sunset time. Not so good after 10:00am. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo, Wednesday, April 12, 2017. - Published: 2017-04-13 - Modified: 2017-04-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-april-12-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Wednesday, April 12 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Time of report: 10:30 am. Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were soft offshore providing us with some current in the river surface conditions. We've got a 4:20 pm high tide with a following 10:20 pm low tide. Fun waves to surf with our instructors! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Grande, Tursday, April 13, 2017. - Published: 2017-04-13 - Modified: 2017-04-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tursday-april-13-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Tursday, April 13 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with beautiful conditions. Winds at the time of the report were soft offshore providing us with clean water surface conditions. We've got a 4:27 pm high tide with a following 10:30 pm low tide. Nice day for our long board! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > The Science of Stoke: Why does surfing make us happy? - Published: 2017-04-11 - Modified: 2017-04-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-science-of-stoke-why-does-surfing-make-us-happy/ - Categories: Blog The ongoing theme of this column has mostly focused on the science surrounding wave mechanics, surf-forecasting, meteorology, etc. This month, I've decided to take a small hiatus from this theme and focus on a more cerebral topic with its roots grounded in psychology; The Science of Stoke! What keeps us paddling back out? While sunbathers, frisbee throwers, and margarita drinkers prefer their view from the sand, surfers face whatever elements Mother Nature can throw at them for the yearned-after reward of (in the words or Spicolli) a few tasty waves. Here in the year-round paradise of Costa Rica, surfers have it fairly easy when it comes to harsh conditions. The most we deal with is a little “cold” water caused by upwelling and the stiff papagayo winds. Many of those who were fortunate to grew up here can't imagine embracing a 5 millimeter wetsuit, booties, gloves, and hood to chase mediocre waves in (almost) freezing water. But trust me, as a former wave-starved surfer from Virginia Beach, I have chased the Stoke through some pretty unfriendly conditions. Surfers can be a bit obsessive. . We call out of work, blow off plans, and even make major life decisions based around catching our next wave. So this begs the question... . What is it about riding waves that brings us back time and time again? Or more simply put, Why does surfing make us happy? In a relatively new branch of Psychology (known as Positive Psychology) researchers use a scientific approach to understand the day-to-day qualities that aid to a better-than-normal life. Psychologists are now finding that feelings of general happiness coincide with instances of “Flow” in everyday life. As defined, Flow is “An almost automatic, effortless, yet highly focused state of consciousness that we can experience when devoting ourselves to a meaningful challenge. ” It can occur spontaneously in daily life when playing music, exercising, writing, painting, or surfing—basically, any activity that requires our highly focussed, undivided attention. Effectively, entering the Flow dissolves a part of our personal identity. From a neurological perspective, entering The Flow makes more sense. Human brains can only process a certain amount of informational bits per second. So when we are 100% consumed in an exterior activity (like riding challenging waves that require our full attention) we lose our identity, and the awareness of our own existence is temporarily suspended. The mind and body... --- > Tamarindo Tuesday, April 11, 2017. - Published: 2017-04-11 - Modified: 2017-04-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-tuesday-april-11-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys with your Tuesday, April 11 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 12:30 pm. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore providing us with soft currents surface conditions. We've got a 3:14 pm high tide with a following 9:14 pm low tide. Soft waves very funny! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama Pura Vida! --- > Tamarindo - Thursday, April 06, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-06 - Modified: 2023-07-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-thursday-april-06-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your, Thursday, April 06, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Time of report: 8am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 4-7 feet with really epic conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a great offshore providing us with perfect size of waves surface conditions. We've got a 11:00am high tide with a following 5:09pm low tide. It was an excellent morning with epic size waves. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan "PURA VIDA" --- > Tamarindo - Wesdnesday, April 5, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-05 - Modified: 2017-04-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wesdnesday-april-5-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Wesdnesday April 05, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Time of report: 6:00am - 8:00am - 10:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very mild, providing us with warm and very clear water. We've got a 9:48am high tide with a following 3:53pm low tide. A great morning to surf. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. ) high tide with a following (time) low/high tide. See you out in the water! Jonathan "PURA VIDA" --- > Playa grande - Tuesday, April 4, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-04 - Modified: 2017-04-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-april-4-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Tuesday, April 4th, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Time of report: 7:00am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light onshore providing us with warm and clear water surface conditions. We've got a 8:37am high tide with a following 2:39pm low tide. Today was a sunny morning with good waves and fun. . "PURA VIDA" As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan --- > Tamarindo - Monday, April 3, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-03 - Modified: 2017-04-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-april-3-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Monday, 03 de april, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Time of report: 6:00am - 8:00am - 10:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were very light onshore providing us with warm and clear water surface conditions. We've got a 7:33am high tide with a following 1:34pm low tide. It was an excellent morning with good size waves. . As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan "PURA VIDA" --- > Playa Grande - Friday, March 31, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-01 - Modified: 2017-04-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-31-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Friday, March 31th surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:00am Yesterday in Playa Grande, waves were 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light offshore providing us with warm and clear water surface conditions. We've got a 5:01am high tide. It was a good day with some big waves by sets. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Saturday, April 1, 2017 - Published: 2017-04-01 - Modified: 2017-04-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-april-1-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Saturday, April 1st surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:30am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light onshore providing us with semy-moved water surface conditions. We've got a 5:46am lhigh tide with a following 11:47am low tide. Sunset time should be good to go out there and ride some waves! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Thursday, March 30, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-30 - Modified: 2017-03-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-thursday-march-30-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Thursday, March 30th surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:30am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with fair-good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a very light onshore providing us with warm water surface conditions. We've got a 4:14am and 4:34pm high tide with a following 10:15am low tide. Waves are ok, and hoping they will be better by sunset time. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Discover 3 ways to improve your breathing for surfing and enhance your performance at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. - Published: 2017-03-30 - Modified: 2025-06-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/saltwater-fitness-3-ways-to-improve-your-breathing-for-surfing/ - Categories: Blog Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is presenting monthly surf fitness articles by Saltwater Fit, a local Tamarindo fitness & nutrition company creating a movement around accessing joy through exercise. Founders Nick Holt and Julie Gohring have been living in Tamarindo for over 7 years and surfing for a combined 15 years. They teach beach boot-camps through Nick Holt Fitness and help people all over the world feel and look their best through their remote online coaching programs. We all know that fitness is critical for any surfer, so we’re super excited to team up with Saltwater Fit and give you tips and exercises to best prepare you for your trip, help you last longer in the water, and make sure you stay injury free. Nick and Julie will also be presenting weekly surf fitness seminars at Witch’s Rock! Here is their second article, 3 Ways to Improve your Breathing for Surfing 3 Ways To Improve Your Breathing For Surfing Face down in the pool I could barely make out our instructor’s muted voice “2:58, 2:59... 3 minutes! You guys made it! Keep going, don’t stop now. 3:10, 3:11... ” I surfaced at 3 minutes and 15 seconds gasping for air in a state of slight lightheadedness and dizziness. I let it sink in for a second and then thought to myself, how the hell did I just do that? Before this weekend free-diving class, I’d never held my breath for over a minute. I just tripled my breathing holding ability with one simple technique. Holy shit. It wasn’t until months later that I realized the crucial part of the breathing technique that allowed me to triple my breath hold was activating the correct breathing muscle. Now, you might be thinking to yourself — wait a minute, I breathe just fine, I breathe all day long without having much trouble at all. What’s the big deal with breathing? Well, I’m here to show today how much breathing correctly matters to so many things in our life, not the least of which is surfing. Being able to breathe well and hold my breath for minutes has given me a confidence in the water that I never had before. It’s a powerful skill that you too can develop and give you more confidence in the water. I’ll cover the 3 reasons why breathing matters so much to surfing and then I’ll give you... --- > Playa Grande - Tuesday, March 28, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-29 - Modified: 2017-03-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-march-28-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Tuesday, March 28th surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2:00pm / 4:00pm Today in Playa Grande, waves were 2-3 feet with fair and later some good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a light onshore providing us with nice warm water surface conditions. We've got a 8:50am low tide with a following 3:08pm high tide. We had a decent swell today with couple of fun waves out there. Hopefully gets better tomorrow. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Wednesday, March 29, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-29 - Modified: 2017-03-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-march-29-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Wednesday, March 29th surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 2:00pm Today in Tamarindo, waves are around 2 feet with poor-fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us moved water surface conditions. We've got a 9:32am low tide with a following 3:50pm high tide. Waves are ok if you want to use a longboard and the water is pretty warm. Go out there and have fun with your friends. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Monday, March 27, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-27 - Modified: 2017-03-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-march-27-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, March 27, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a light onshore providing us with some moved waves and warm water surface conditions. We've got a 8:07am low tide with a following 2:26pm high tide. The water is really warm, and waves are great for longboard. Go out there and have fun! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande, Saturday, March 25. - Published: 2017-03-25 - Modified: 2017-03-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-saturday-march-25/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Saturday, March 25 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:30 am. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were gentle offshore providing us with clear water surface conditions. We've got a 101 pm high tide with a following 6:01 pm low tide. Clear water, good sun and small waves for surfing! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Grande, Friday, March 24. - Published: 2017-03-24 - Modified: 2017-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-24/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Friday, March 24 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were gentle offshore wind providing us with perfect temperature for water surface conditions. We've got a 12:11 pm high tide with a following 6:10 pm low tide. Good sun cool water and good waves As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Tamarindo, Wednesday, March 22 - Published: 2017-03-23 - Modified: 2017-03-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-tamarindo-wednesday-march-22/ - Categories: Surf Report, Uncategorized Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Wednesday, March 22 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 4-6 feet with excelents conditions. Winds at the time of the report were sideshore northeast providing us with cold water surface conditions. We've got a 10:09 am high tide with a following 4:09 pm low tide. Perfect south swell! ! ! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Playa Avellanas, Thursday, March 23, 2017. - Published: 2017-03-23 - Modified: 2017-03-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-thursday-march-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report, Uncategorized Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Thursday, March 23 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00 am. Today in Playa Avellanas, waves are 3-4 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were gentle wind providing us with perfect water temperature surface conditions. We've got a 11:14 am high tide with a following 5:15 pm low tide. Excellent conditions to have fun in the water. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama --- > Explore Surf Science: The Mechanics of Playa Tamarindo and discover what makes this location a top surfing destination. - Published: 2017-03-23 - Modified: 2025-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-the-mechanics-of-playa-tamarindo/ - Categories: Blog In the previous Surf Science articles, we have explored: how waves are created, the importance of swell period, the different swell producers of Costa Rica, and the weather mechanisms responsible for the famous Papagayo winds. In this article, we will apply what we've learned to analyze the location that put Costa Rica on the map as a surfing destination, Playa Tamarindo. Knowing that many of us reading this are living (at least for the moment) in the Tamarindo area, I figured this would be an appropriate location to analyze. With its picturesque U-shaped bay, Tamarindo was mostly known as a fishing village before some adventurous surfers discovered the wave potential in the 1970s. And then, with the release of The Endless Summer 2 in 1994 starring our friend, Robert August, Tamarindo quickly emerged as a world-class surf destination. But what is it about this particular beach that brings in surfers from around the world? What factors really make this surf spot tick? In this special edition Surf Science article, we will break down the geographical, meteorological, and environmental mechanisms responsible for Tamarindo’s iconic surf Will will start with Tamarindo’s geographical layout. Unlike many surf spots in Costa Rica, Tamarindo has a unique west-north-west beach orientation that receives both southerly and northerly swells. Year-round surf here is the result of massive low-pressure systems roaring around the high and low latitudes of the Pacific Ocean. Located approximately 2 km offshore, Captain Island (known as “La Isla” by locals) plays a significant role in swell refraction and swell shadowing for certain parts of the beach. Adjacent to La Isla lays a submerged reef, or bombora, which acts as an indicator for incoming sets while also refracting swells into Tamarindo Bay. Along the shoreline, Tamarindo’s main features include a sand-bottomed estuary acting as a northern border to Playa Grande, and several lava-rock formations along the beach. All of these locations produce unique waves when different swell events occur. When analyzing any surf spot, it is critical that we also take into account the Swell Window. Basically, we need to know the range of angles at which a swell can successfully reach the the beach. In the example below, you can see Tamarindo receives direct exposure from swells entering the bay from 225° to about 315°. Swells that come from outside this window will have to wrap in causing wave-size depletion. Isla Capitán also... --- > Playa Grande, Tuesday, March 21 - Published: 2017-03-21 - Modified: 2017-03-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-march-21/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Tuesday, March 21, surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00 am. Today in Playa Grande, waves are 4-6 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore providing us with sometimes moved water surface conditions. We've got a 9:04 am high tide with a following 3:04 pm low tide. The swell starts with waves of good size, let's surf. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! La Chama. --- > Monday, March 20 - Published: 2017-03-20 - Modified: 2017-03-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/monday-march-20/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Monday, March 20 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:00 am. Today in Playa Tamarindo, waves are 2-3 feet fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were wind sideshore providing us with, moved water surface conditions. We've got a 8:07 am high tide with a following 1:00 pm low tide. Good waves for surfing today! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Chama. --- > Tamarindo - Saturday, March 18, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-18 - Modified: 2017-03-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-saturday-march-18-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Saturday, March 18, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00AM / 8:00AM / 10:00AM Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore early in the morning and getting stronger later in the noon, providing us with cold water surface conditions. We have a 6:33AM high tide with a following 12:18PM low tide. Small Waves today with cold water. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan. . Pura vida! ! --- > Playa Grande - Friday, March 17, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-17 - Modified: 2017-03-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-17-2017/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Friday, March 17, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 6:00AM / 8:00AM Today in Playa Grande, waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were light offshore early in the morning and getting stronger later in the noon, providing us with cold and clear water surface conditions. We have a 5:55AM high tide with a following 11:51AM low tide. Sunny cold water and open walks, perfect condition on Playa Grande today. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan. . Pura vida! ! --- > Playa Grande Thursday, March 16th, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-16 - Modified: 2017-03-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-thursday-march-16th-2017/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Report Good Morning! This is Jonathan with the surf report for Thursday, March 16th, 2017 brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Report Time: 6:00am Today in Playa Grande, the waves are 2-4 feet with good conditions. The winds at the time of the report were offshore which provides us with good surface conditions. We’ve got a 11:14am low tide with a following 5:33pm high tide. Good session in the morning and have fun in some waves. Pura vida! ! As always, please contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you wish to arrive here. See you on the water! Jonathan! --- > Playa Grande Tuesday, March 14th, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-15 - Modified: 2017-03-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-tuesday-march-14th-2017/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Report Good afternoon This is Jonathan with the surf report for Tuesday, March 14th, 2017 brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Report Time: 2:00 PMToday in Playa Grande, the waves are 3-5 feet with fair conditions. The winds at the time of the report were onshore which provides us with bumpy surface conditions. We've got a 10: 00am low tide with a following 4:18 pm high tide. The water is warm, and the waves are pumping. So get your board and have fun on this beautiful day As always, please contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you wish to arrive here. See you on the water! Jonathan! --- > Tamarindo Wednesday March 15th, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-15 - Modified: 2017-03-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-march-15th-2017/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Report Good afternoon! This is Jonathan with the surf report for Wednesday, March 15th, 2017 brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Report Time: 6:00am Today in Playa tamarindo, the waves are 1-3 feet with good conditions. The winds at the time of the report were offshore which provides us with good surface conditions. We’ve got a 10:38am low tide with a following 4:55pm high tide. Perfectly fun waves today in Tamarindo. . As always, please contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you wish to arrive here. See you on the water! Jonathan! DCIM100GOPROGOPR4845. DCIM100GOPROGOPR4804. --- > Tamarindo - Monday, March 13, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-14 - Modified: 2017-03-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-monday-march-13-2017/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Report Buenas Tardes! This is Jonathan with your Monday, March 13, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-3 feet with poor and fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were onshore providing us with moved water surface conditions. We've got a 9:22am low tide with a following 3:39pm high tide. A very hot day with small but very funny waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Jonathan --- > ~Samba to the Sea~ Sunset Shop Launch! Special WRSC Discount.. - Published: 2017-03-14 - Modified: 2023-09-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/samba-to-the-sea-sunset-shop-launch-special-wrsc-discount/ - Categories: Blog Have you ever dreamed of moving to Costa Rica after a trip to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp? You definitely are not the only one - - former WRSCers Helena at MI OLA and Kristen of Samba to the Sea are both former New Yorkers who quit their corporate jobs to move to Tamarindo. Helena now is the creator and Chief Bikini Officer of surf bikini brand MI OLA (ladies, these bikinis STAY ON while surfing! ). And Kristen is the photographer behind the beautiful sunset postcards for sale in the Witch’s Rock surf shop. Both ladies are great examples of leaving behind the corporate world to surf in Tamarindo, and as a result becoming female entrepreneurs by creating their respective surf inspired businesses. Here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we couldn’t be more stoked to be a part of these amazing ladies’ inspirational paths! Talking about inspiration, if you’re missing Tamarindo, the surf, and the gorgeous sunsets here, we’ve got just the remedy to help you until you can come back to WRSC for your next surf trip. Witch’s Rock is beyond thrilled to help announce the launch of Kristen’s online sunset print shop, The Sunset Shop. If you love Kristen’s sunset postcards and wondered how you could get a larger print, now you can! Kristen is the official sunset photographer in Tamarindo - - you know how beautiful the Tamarindo sunsets are and her sunset photos are simply magical! ! Celebrating her grand opening of The Sunset Shop, this weekend only, the whole shop is on sale AND Witch’s Rock has teamed up with Kristen to offer you: 1) Very special 25% discount just for Witch’s Rock Surf Camp - - use code “wrsc25” at checkout. 2) AND an exclusive set of free Tamarindo sunset magic downloads, perfect for your phone and computer backgrounds! Click here, add the downloads to the shopping cart (“Add To Cart”), and use code “wrsc” at checkout! Now hurry up and go check it out, because these special offers end Sunday at midnight! Click here to grab your freebie and here to go shopping! --- > Playa Grande - Saturday - March 11, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-11 - Modified: 2017-03-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-saturday-march-11-2017/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Saturday, March 11, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:30am-12:00pm Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-4 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were offshore in the beginning of the morning and starting an onnshore by the mid day providing us with warm and moved water surface conditions. We've got a 1:42pm high tide with a following 7:55 low tide. Be ready for some nice waves with a good size. It's also such a great sunny day. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Playa Grande - Friday, March 10, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-10 - Modified: 2017-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-friday-march-10-2017/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Friday, March 10, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 11:30am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a light offshore providing us with fresh and clear water surface conditions. We've got a 1:23pm high tide with a following 7:28pm low tide. It's a sunny day, and wave a kind of fast. So if you have a shortboard it will works really well at Playa Grande. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Avellanas - Thursday, March 9, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-09 - Modified: 2017-03-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-thursday-march-9-2017/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Thursday, March 9, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00am Today in Avellanas, waves are 2-3 feets with great conditions. Winds at the time of the report were a nice offshore providing us with clear water surface conditions. We've got a 12:24pm high tide with a following 6:28pm low tide. We still having beautiful waves for longboards, so get your board and enjoy this beautiful day. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Tamarindo - Wednesday, March 8, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-08 - Modified: 2017-03-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-wednesday-march-8-2017/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Wednesday, March 8, 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:00am & 10:30am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 1-2 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were light offshore early in the morning and getting stronger later at mid day, providing us with warm and clear water surface conditions. We've got a 11:30am high tide with a following 5:18pm low tide. Wave are really nice for longboards and the water still warm. So, go surfing and enjoy this beautiful day. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (Chamo) --- > Avellanas & Playa Grande - Tuesday, March 7th, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-07 - Modified: 2017-03-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-playa-grande-tuesday-march-7th-2017/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Tuesday, March 7th surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00am (Avellanas) / 11:00am (Playa Grande) Today in Avellanas and Playa Grande, waves are 2-3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were strong and light offshore, providing us with nice warm and clear water surface conditions. We've got a 10:02am high tide with a following 4:01pm low tide. It's a nice day to go to the ocean and have fun with the waves. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel (El Chamo) --- > Longboard Clinic with Paco (Brian Vega)! - Published: 2017-03-07 - Modified: 2017-03-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/longboard-clinic-with-paco/ - Categories: Blog Anyone who has been to WRSC knows Paco. With more than 7 years as a WRSC instructor, Paco is one of our highest requested instructors and this video certainly shows why. Longboard or Shortboard, Paco rips! https://youtu. be/uA6nohy3Qtk Remember, if you are doing a week-long stay, you can request your preferred instructor. Pura VIda! Contact us now - 1-888-318-7873 --- > Tamarindo, 6th March 2017 - Published: 2017-03-06 - Modified: 2017-03-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-6th-march-2017/ - Categories: Blog Buenos Dias! This is Marcel with your Monday, 6th March 2017 surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 10:00am Today in Tamarindo, waves are around 3-4 feet with good and fair conditions. Winds at the time of the report were really strong offshore wind providing us with clear water surface conditions. We've got a 8:51am high tide with a following 2:49pm low tide. So, be prepare for some windy surfing with a nice size of waves. Also, we recommend to use a summer wetsuit. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Marcel --- > Playa Grande 4 March - Published: 2017-03-04 - Modified: 2017-03-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-4-march/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys with your Saturday 4 March surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 7:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3 to 4 feet with perfect conditions. Winds at the time of the report were good wind offshore producing very cold water. We've got a 6:54 am high tide with a following 12:54 pm low tide. Good session in the morning, take your wetsuit and have fun in the waves. See you out in the water! Arelys Rivas (Chama) As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. --- > Playa Grande March 3rd, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-03 - Modified: 2017-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-3-march/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys with your Friday 3 March surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9:00 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3 feet very and fast. Winds at the time of the report were light offshore. We've got a 6:00 am high tide with a following 12:00 pm low tide. Today the water was very cold and with very fast waves with good sun. Pura Vida! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Arelys Rivas (Chama) --- > Playa Grande March 2nd, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-02 - Modified: 2017-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-2-march/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys with your surf report brought to you by Witch's Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 8:30 am Today in Playa Grande, waves are 3-4 feet with excellent conditions. Winds at the time of the report were light offshore providing us with clear water. We've got a 10:20 am low tide with a following 5:40 pm high tide. Grab your board and get out on the water, very good conditions for surfing. As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you'd like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Arelys Rivas (Chama) --- > Tamarindo March 1st, 2017 - Published: 2017-03-01 - Modified: 2017-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-1st-march-2017/ - Categories: Surf Report Buenos Dias! This is Arelys Rivas with your Wednesday March 1st surf report brought to you by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp Time of report: 9 am Today in Tamarindo, waves are 2 to 3 feet with good conditions. Winds at the time of the report were light offshore providing us with clean surface conditions and nice warm water. We’ve got a 10:41 am low tide with a following 4:59 pm high tide. Excellent day for learning to surf! As always, contact us at 1-888-318-7873 if you’d like to get down here yourself. See you out in the water! Arelys Rivas (Chama) --- > Organic, WRSC-brand, Coffee now available. - Published: 2017-02-21 - Modified: 2017-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/organic-wrsc-brand-coffee-now-available/ - Categories: Blog From the mountains of Costa Rican coffee country to your cup. Witch's Rock believes strongly in the conservation of Costa Rica's biodiversity and natural environment. Teaming up with Taza Amarilla Organic Coffees in San Jose, we carefully selected organic beans from the Turrialba region of Costa Rica to create a custom dark roast that can wake up even the most tired of surfers for the early morning session. Experience a beautiful taste profile with hints of dark chocolate, brown sugar and blackberry while supporting organic agriculture in Costa Rica. The coffee is currently being sold in our surf shop and coffee shop, Dawn Patrol. You can buy the coffee in either whole beans or ground. We offer 340 and 500 gram bags. Out of bed and ready to Shred! --- > Surf Science: The Papagayo Winds of Costa Rica - Published: 2017-02-09 - Modified: 2017-02-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-the-papagayo-winds-of-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog As I sit here writing this article sometime in mid January, powerful gusts of wind rattle the windows of my apartment, and the sound of falling branches on the roof above my head gives me a quick jolt every 10 minutes or so. Must be summer-time in Guanacaste. And of course, I wish I was surfing... The winds that sweep across the country between November and April in Northern Guanacaste are known as the Papagayo winds and can be quite impressive some days. Wind speeds have been recorded as high as 70 mph which is just shy of hurricane strength. As most surfers know, these winds can be the ultimate blessing when there is swell in the water. The Papagayos blow across the country from East > West which are known as Offshore winds on the Pacific Coast. In the surfing world, there are only two wind directions that really matter:Offshore and Onshore. Just as the name suggests, offshore winds are those that blow off the shore. These winds act like a fine-tooth comb grooming the oncoming waves, holding the wave up longer producing perfectly peeling tubes! Onshore winds are just the opposite. They blow from the ocean on to the shore and are not ideal for surfing. Blowing in the same direction of the waves, onshore winds will cause a wave to prematurely break while inhibiting the wave’s ability to barrel. Papagayo Winds at Roca Bruja But what causes these impressive winds? Why some days does the wind turn onshore at 9am, and other days the wind will howl offshore from sunup to sundown. To answer this question, we must remember that wind is nothing more than areas of high pressure flowing into areas of low pressure. Just as a river flows from high elevations to lower elevations, the air in the high-pressure system will “flow” downhill toward lower pressures. Believe it or not, the Papagayo winds are a result of what is happening to our neighbors in the United States. During the Winter months in the Northern Hemisphere, cold fronts (high pressure) carrying frigid Canadian air will drop across the USA moving out the warm air (low pressure). The line of clouds in the image below represents the leading edge of the cold front. As the cold front (high pressure) dips over the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean, it looks for the easiest escape path towards... --- > Learn the importance of warming up before surfing. Are you doing it right? Prepare for the waves with proper techniques. - Published: 2017-02-02 - Modified: 2025-06-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/warming-up-before-surfing-are-you-doing-it-right/ - Categories: Blog Witch's Rock Surf Camp is presenting monthly surf fitness articles by Saltwater Fit, a local Tamarindo fitness & nutrition company creating a movement around accessing joy through exercise. Founders Nick Holt and Julie Gohring have been living in Tamarindo for over 7 years and surfing for a combined 15 years. They teach beach boot-camps through Nick Holt Fitness and help people all over the world feel and look their best through their remote online coaching programs. We all know that fitness is critical for any surfer, so we’re super excited to team up with Saltwater Fit and give you tips and exercises to best prepare you for your trip, help you last longer in the water, and make sure you stay injury free. Nick and Julie will also be presenting weekly surf fitness seminars at Witch's Rock starting this month! Here is their first article... How To Warm Up For Surfing. Or, "why looking silly on the beach might just keep you in the line-up longer". I know the feeling – the day has come. Your grin couldn’t be wider. Nothing will wipe that smile off your face. Your surf trip has finally arrived. You’re ready to rock it. It’s finally go-time. The surf is up, the tide is right and waves are coming in. You are itching to get out there. I know the last thing on your mind is stretching or warming up, but let me tell you why it’s so important to spend a few minutes on the beach getting loose before your session. In fact, these 5 minutes of pre-surf warm-up could save your ass from injury. And they will most definitely get your body ready for the demands of surfing so that you can last longer in the water and have more fun. Now we’re talking right? ! What NOT To Do Before Surfing – Static StretchingWhen we’re talking about stretching and warming up, it’s vital that you do the correct type of warm-up. What you absolutely SHOULD NOT do before a surf session (and before any sport for that matter) is static stretching where you hold a stretch in place for a given amount of time. An example of a static stretch would be a toe touch where you bend over with straight legs and try to touch your toes holding the position. This can be effective at lengthening your hamstring muscles, but... --- > WRSC Instructor Free-Surf in Tamarindo (Video) - Published: 2017-01-20 - Modified: 2017-01-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/instructor-free-surf-in-tamarindo-video/ - Categories: Blog These guys deserve a break every once in a while. After a long day of giving lessons, the WRSC instructors paddled out for a nice free-surf on the left hander in front of camp. The Estuary has been meandering lately and a very nice left-hand point has formed right in front of WRSC. Check out everyone's favorite instructors below! https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=rMr4tKFMeaw&feature=youtu. be --- > Gadget Review: Ripcurl Search Watch vs. TRACE - Published: 2016-12-30 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/gadget-review-ripcurl-search-gps-watch-vs-trace/ - Categories: Blog “That was the best wave of my life! ” Said by every surfer at least once per session. “I got tubed, did 3 turns, and then an air to finish! Didn’t you see it? ” “Uhh, no dude. . Although, I did see you completely eat it on the wave before. . ” This unfortunate situation is more common than not. . Everyone somehow notices when you get sucked over the falls, but when you finally get the glorious stand-up barrel you’ve been waiting for, no one sees it, or (even worse) believes you. Now-a-days, you never see a serious athlete without some sort of device recording their data. Whether it is a heart monitor tracking beats per minute, a runner’s watch displaying distance, or even a pedometer counting your steps on a morning walk, technology is giving us valuable insight into our favorite activities. And now, technology in surfing has caught on in a big way that is significantly changing our sport. As of now, there are 2 prominent devices at our disposal that generate valuable data to complement any surf session. The first device that we will cover is TRACE. At about the size of a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup, TRACE is jam packed with inertial sensors, GPS antennae, gyroscopes, and accelerometers to keep track of your session on multiple levels. You can pick up your TRACE online for about $199. 99 Here are TRACE’s main features: Wave Counter- Review the number of waves ridden after your session through your smartphone or computer Wave Tracker - Review the path of each wave you caught by GPS. Overlay your rides on Google maps to see each wave’s actual track. Distance recorder - Review your overall paddling distance and surfing distance Speed - Review your surfing speed for each wave. See what part of the wave gave you the most speed Turns completed - Review how many turns you do, where on the wave you’re doing them, and to what degree. Airs completed - Review where on the wave and at what height you're boosting your aerial maneuvers. Online Community - Review other TRACE user’s sessions with the TRACE APP and upload your own. Check out who scored the longest wave of the day or who had the top speed. You can even follow the pros surfing the best spots on the planet Video Editor - This may be... --- > Explore Surf Science: The Importance of Swell Period and enhance your surfing experience with expert insights and tips. - Published: 2016-12-04 - Modified: 2025-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-the-importance-of-swell-period-the-howler-december-issue/ - Categories: Blog Recently, I was given the opportunity to write for The Howler, Tamarindo’s monthly magazine. From those of you who have attended my Surf Science seminars in the past, you know how enthusiastic I am about the topic. Please enjoy my 2nd Article, The Importance of Swell Period. --- > Surf Science: How Waves are Created (The Howler November issue) - Published: 2016-11-08 - Modified: 2016-11-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-how-waves-are-created-the-howler-november-issue/ - Categories: Blog Recently, I was given the opportunity to write for The Howler, Tamarindo's monthly magazine. From those of you who have attended my Surf Science seminars in the past, you know how enthusiastic I am about the topic. Please enjoy my very first article, How Waves are Created. --- > Family Surfing at WRSC! ~ Guest Video - Published: 2016-10-13 - Modified: 2016-10-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/family-surfing-at-wrsc-guest-video/ - Categories: Blog A special thank-you to the Chapman Family from Arkansas for sending us this video of their recent family surf vacation. The Chapman family visited us this September and made the most of the unseasonably dry weather. Even thoush all family members were participating in a surf program, they still found time to explore the area and do some alternate activities. https://youtu. be/4scgQeqe8Wc And remember, if you too send us a video of your stay with us, we will be happy to add an extra 5% to your next trip with us :) Please send all videos to reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com --- > Playa Grande Surf Report Sep 20th - Published: 2016-09-20 - Modified: 2016-09-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-sep-20th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande DATE: September 20th, 2016 TIME: 6am WAVE SIZE: Waste to Shoulder High WIND CONDITIONS: Glassy SURF DETAILS: Small day but super fun Playa Grande make open and smooth waves to ride this morning. The waves at the main break were really clear and glassy conditions, a little cloudy day but the sun shows up and warm up the temperature to make a nice day. Pura Vida. (more... ) --- > Tamarindo and Avellanas Report Sep 13th - Published: 2016-09-13 - Modified: 2016-09-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-avellanas-report-sep-13th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Tamarindo and Playa Avellanas DATE:September 13th,2016 TIME:8am to 12:30pm WAVE SIZE: Chest to Shoulder High WIND CONDITIONS: Sideshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Fun morning at North area with some nice conditions. The wind help a bit in the morning until 10:30am change to soft onshore but the waves still open to have fun rides in a sunny day. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Join us for a thrilling field trip to 'The Island' and discover perfect beginner waves and stunning views along the way. - Published: 2016-09-02 - Modified: 2025-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/field-trip-to-the-island/ - Categories: Blog Anyone who's ever been to Tamarindo has noticed a couple things right off the bat... The perfect beginner waves crashing along the beach, the arching bay of Tamarindo / Playa Grande, and the quaint, white-sand island right off the coast, known as Isla Capitan, or "The Island" as the locals call it. Perfect waves for Beginners right out front Arching Tamarindo Bay and Playa Grande "The Island" right offshore Playa Tamarindo With all the action happening in Tamarindo, it's hard to imagine an untouched island exists only a few hundred yards offshore. We've all heard exaggerated stories of the perfect left point break and tubing right-hander (below) that wrap around the island on a perfect swell, but honestly, surfers are rarely (more like never) seen... Mysto-Island Right. Photo - Luca Rey Last week, the WRSC instructors and guests took a field trip to the Island. They grabbed the biggest boards they could, and after a 30-40 min paddle, they were greeted by a whole new perspective of Tamarindo. Check out the photos of the adventure below! The guests loved this tour so much that we will be incorporating it into our weekly regimen upon request. half way there... Photo op! Stoked from The Island Luckily, Captain Pru Pru was waiting on the island with his boat and some fruit. Would you like to take this tour as well? Not a problem! Contact us now and we can make a special request for you to visit "The Island" --- > Avellanas and Tamarindo Report August 31st - Published: 2016-08-31 - Modified: 2016-09-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-and-tamarindo-report-august-31st/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Avellanas and Tamarindo DATE: August 31st, 2016 TIME: 11am to 3pm WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Glassy-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Fun day at Avellanas with clean condition and open wave breaking. Palo seco was a good spot to surf and at front to lola's nice open rides. Tamarindo at front to the camp the right was the great choice to surf, the river mouth make also some left and around noon the wind change but still fun to enjoy the rides. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Be SURE you’re gonna score great waves at Playa Grande with our expert surfing instruction and guidance. - Published: 2016-08-19 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/be-sure-youre-gonna-score/ - Categories: Blog As traveling surfers know, when planning a surf trip in advance, you must have faith that the surf gods will deliver for your selected time-frame. Luckily, here in Costa Rica, we receive consistent waves year-round so your chances of scoring World Class Waves is pretty high. Our area in Guanacaste is blessed with lots of offshore winds, consistent swell, and, and sunny skies for most of the year. Whether you like wedging beach-breaks, perfect points, or outer-reefs, our blessed piece of coastline has it all! Only a 5 min boat ride up the coast, Playa Grande receives much more swell energy because of it's southerly orientation. But if you're one of those surfers who wants to be SURE you're going to SCORE, we have an excellent option for you. Check out our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel. Located just 3 minutes walking down the street, the Pueblo Dorado offers 30 private rooms and we can almost GUARANTEE a spot for you. So the next time you see a big purple blob in the forecast, give us a call so we can hook you up with the trip of a lifetime! When you see this, CALL US! The waves of your life awaits! As for September and October, we are doing a killer promotion at the Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel! $851 for 7 nights /days in the Beginner Surf Camp. $925 for 7 nights and 7 days int he Intermediate Coaching or Advanced Guided Tours. Rates get better with double occupancy :) Catch the best waves of your life! Expert instruction to help you improve your surfing rapidly --- > Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report August 16th - Published: 2016-08-17 - Modified: 2016-08-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-august-16th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande and Tamarindo DATE: August 16th, 2016 TIME: 9am to 2pm WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Ofshore- Onshore SURF DETAILS: Nice condition to surf at Playa Grande with Offshore wind all morning and the waves were small open rides. All the spots at Playa Grande was working with a lot option to surf there. Tamarindo the waves were fun the first few hours until around 10:30am the wind change to onshore but waves still fun to surf. The right was the best option to day at the river mouth and the left was another option to surf in Tamarindo. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Guest Video - Threepeat with WRSC! - Published: 2016-08-12 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guest-video-threepeat-with-wrsc/ - Categories: Blog We love our WRSC Family! Especially our faithful return guests :) Meet Lindsay and Andrew, 2 return guests who just made their third trip with us this July. We treated them to 9 wonderful days in paradise with each enrolled in the Intermediate Coaching Program. Not only did they take advantage of the epic surf this Veranillo; they also filled their days with adventurous excursions around the area. Costa Rica has much to offer, and I think Lindsay and Andrew certainly checked off a few boxes this past trip. Until next time! Pura Vida! --- > Tamarindo Surf Report August 11th - Published: 2016-08-12 - Modified: 2016-08-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-11th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: August 11th, 2016 TIME: 6am-8am-10:30am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Cloudy day but nice to be on the water, the waves were better today with open rides at front to the camp. The little swell arrive at the north area and make better waves condition in all the surf spot. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Avellanas and Grande Surf Report August10th - Published: 2016-08-11 - Modified: 2016-08-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-and-grande-surf-report-august10th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Avellanas and Playa Grande DATE: August 10th, 2016 TIME: 6:30 to 10am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Fun conditions in both place with offshore wind, the waves were small but open and clean. Playa Grande the main break was the spot to surf and Avellanas Palo Seco and at from to lola's was the options. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report August 4th - Published: 2016-08-05 - Modified: 2016-08-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-4th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: August 04th, 2016 TIME: 12md to 5pm WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Onshore-Sideshore SURF DETAILS: The swell arrive today making good sizes of waves but the stormy day don't help to much. around 3pm the wind change and make the wave a little bit better and the river mouth make a good long left, the right was another option and pico grande was a good choice to surf a open right. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo and Ollie's Point Surf Report August 1st - Published: 2016-08-02 - Modified: 2016-08-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-ollies-point-surf-report-august-1st/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Tamarindo and Ollie's Point DATE: August 01st, 2016 TIME: 7am-10am-12:30pm-2pm WAVE SIZE: Head to Overhead High WIND CONDITIONS: OffShore SURF DETAILS: Great day to surf at the North area of Guanacaste, waves everywhere with open rides at the river mouth and nice right at Pico Grande. Witch's Rock the waves were really good at front of the rock and Ollie's Point the condition help to make a nice open right. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tanarindo Surf Report August 2nd - Published: 2016-08-02 - Modified: 2016-08-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tanarindo-surf-report-august-2nd/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: August 2nd, 2016 TIME: 9:30am-12md-2pm WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Sideshore-Glassy SURF DETAILS: Sunny day and fun condition at Tamarindo, the wave were a little choppy because the wind was sideshore until the rain come up for 20m and change the condition to glassy. The swell still fun and the spot still the river mouth with open a long waves. Pura vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report July 27th - Published: 2016-07-28 - Modified: 2016-07-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-27th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE:July 27th. 2016 TIME: 6am-10am-12md WAVE SIZE: Waiste to Chest High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore Wind SURF DETAILS: Nice sunny morning at Playa Tamarindo with fun conditions, the waves where a little small but fun to play at the river mouth with nice and open right and sweet long left with offshore wind all morning. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report July 19th - Published: 2016-07-20 - Modified: 2016-07-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-19th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: July 19th ,2016 TIME:11am to 4pm WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Sideshore-Offshore SURF DETAILS: Nice day to surf in Tamarindo with a fun swell, the river mouth was the spot to surf with a long, open and clean left ride to surf. The right was another option but not as clean as the left side and the conditions help with offshore wind and change a bit to sideshore but still super fun to surf. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Dawn Patrol Surf Cafe: Out of Bed, Ready to Shred! - Published: 2016-07-15 - Modified: 2016-07-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/dawn-patrol-surf-cafe-out-of-bed-ready-to-shred/ - Categories: Blog Located next to the entrance of Witch's Rock, Dawn Patrol Coffee and Bakery adds another delicious dimension to your one-of-a-kind surf trip! Perfect for the early birds, Dawn Patrol opens daily at 5:30am providing the necessary morning boost you need before hitting the water. Located right off the main street in Tamarindo. Dawn Patrol's menu features all home-made items and traditional Costa Rican Coffee to jump start your day. Our menu includes: Fresh Fruit Salad / Banana Bread / All Organic Granola Bars / Fresh Fruit Smoothies / Iced Coffee / Frozen Cappuccino / Espresso / Irish Coffee / Coconut Flan / Tres Leches Cake / Monster Chocolate Chip Cookies / Hot Chocolate / Hot Tea / Red Bull The Dawn Patrol Ladies Also, no more slippery feet! Dawn Patrol also sells Surf Wax before any of the surf shops even open. Drop in! --- > Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report July 13th - Published: 2016-07-13 - Modified: 2016-07-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-july-13th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo and Playa Grande DATE: July 13th, 2016 TIME: 6am-8am-10am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Today the conditions were super fun at Playa Grande, the main break was one the spot to surf with clean, open and offshore wind all morning. Tamarindo the waves were really good at the river mouth and the best option was the right side breaking open and long but the left was another option to ride and have fun. (more... ) --- > Tamarindo and Avellanas Surf Report July 12th - Published: 2016-07-12 - Modified: 2016-07-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-avellanas-surf-report-july-12th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Tamarindo and Avellanas DATE: July 12th, 2016 TIME: 6am-8am-10am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Fun morning condition in the north area with fun waves everywhere. Tamarindo the river mouth was the spot to surf with open rides and long waves. Avellanas Palo Seco was a great choice to surf with good wave and some barrels, the river mouth at Avellanas was another option to be and have fun there. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report 04th July 2016 - Published: 2016-07-05 - Modified: 2016-07-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-4th-july-2016/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: July 04th, 2016 TIME: 10am to 3:30pm WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Happy 4th of July and the swell going down a bit but still super fun to surf at the north area of Guanacaste. The river mouth was the place to be and make good waves with offshore conditions, left and right was the option to surf and at front to the parking lot some left come up and have a nice ride. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report June 29th - Published: 2016-06-30 - Modified: 2016-06-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-29th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: June 29th, 2016 TIME: 6am to 12md WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Today was a Dream day for the surfer, sizes and offshore wind all day. Great waves at the river mouth with long left break and a nice barrel rights. Pico Grande like always is another spot to surf and have a good time there, the parking lot the left was the option but some right come up open and clean. Great day at the north area of Guanacaste to surf in a sunny day. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Playa Grande Surf Report June 28th - Published: 2016-06-29 - Modified: 2016-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-june-28th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande DATE: June 28th, 2016 TIME: 7am to 10am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Great conditions this morning in all the spots in Grande. The waves were open and clean both sides with good barrels, the main break was the spot to be but on the left side las Palmas make nice one as same in los almendros at the right side. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > North Area Surf Report June 23rd - Published: 2016-06-24 - Modified: 2016-06-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/north-area-surf-report-june-23rd/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Secret Spot DATE: June 23rd, 2016 TIME: 1pm WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Great conditions in the north area of Guanacaste and today the secret spot was a good option to surf. Left and rights breaks with a nice breeze was the option and make the day surf there. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo and Suizo Surf Report June 22nd - Published: 2016-06-23 - Modified: 2016-06-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-suizo-surf-report-june-22nd/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Tamarindo, Capitan Suizo DATE: June 22nd, 2016 TIME: 2pm to 4pm WAVE SIZE: Chest to Overhead WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Sideshore SURF DETAILS: The new swell arrive to the north area with great waves at Tamarindo, the river mouth and Pico Grande was the spot to be with nice open and long left and great rights. Capitan the waves were a little smaller has Tamarindo but fun rides both sides. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report June 20th - Published: 2016-06-20 - Modified: 2016-06-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-june-20th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande, Tamarindo DATE: June 20th, 2016 TIME: 11am to 2pm WAVE SIZE: Chest to Overhead High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Happy International Surfing Day! What a day to celebrate the surfing day at the north area of Costa Rica with great conditions. Playa Grande was onfire all day with open rides and great barrels at the main break, the left was the good choice mostly the time but the right show ups with a nice and clean waves. Tamarindo the waves were super fun at the river mouth with good left and rights, perfect for everyone have good time and make a day in the water. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Costa Rica's Secret Season : El Veranillo de San Juan - Published: 2016-06-19 - Modified: 2016-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-ricas-secret-season-el-veranillo-de-san-juan/ - Categories: Blog, Uncategorized As you may know, the climate in Costa Rica operates off two main seasons: the Dry Season which lasts from November to May (Costa Ricans call this "Summer") and the Wet Season which last from May to November (know conversely as "Winter"). Costa Ricans will not mention anything about Fall or Spring, because honestly, they don't exist. These 2 defined Seasons are very straight forward and can go from one to the other in the course of a 24 hour shift. It's as if someone turns the rain-switch off, and the sun-switch on with the same flick if the the wrist. Guanacaste Dry Season Guanacaste Wet Season But there is one, highly-unique, season that is known throughout Costa Rica as the Veranillo de San Juan (Little Summer of Saint John). After the persistent rains of May and June have transformed the country from a dusty brown into a luscious green, the rain will take a short hiatus in the month of July --give or take a week--providing Costa Rica (Guanacaste especially) with a much awaited mini-summer. The landscape is green from the past months' downpours, but the blue skies and sun shine offers postcard views at each step of the way. Playa Grande from above during the Veranillo de San Juan This Mini-Summer is a true blessing for surfers. Not only do we receive consistent long-period ground swells from the Southern Hemisphere's raging Winter, but many days during the Veranillo can offer all-day offshore winds and magical conditions along the coast. Not to mention, July is not Costa Rica's high-season so you can expect less wave-hogs in the line-up and more surf time for yourself. This past week, we had our first peek at what the coming Veranillo could look like. We had a few days of pumping South-West swell paired with sunny skies and offshore winds! Below are photos of Tamarindo and neigboring Playa Grande. South Swell, Offshore winds, Blue Skies. Tamarindo Local Pro, Federico Pilurzu, finds some shade in Playa Grande Going Right! ! Playa Grande South Swells and a new sandbar lighting up the Tamarindo left. And just as we are licking out wounds and soaking ourselves in Aloe -Vera, the next round of swell is already on its way. . Want to schedule a last minute trip? Give us a call at 1-888-318-7873 or contact us and we are positive we can find a spot... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report 16th - Published: 2016-06-17 - Modified: 2016-06-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-16th-2/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo and Capitan Suizo DATE: June 16th, 2016 TIME: 8am to 12md WAVE SIZE: Chest to Overhead WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Great morning to be at playa Tamarindo and surf, the river mouth is the spot to surf with open and clean rides. Pico Grande the ride was another great option to have a really nice right. Around noon the wind change to soft onshore but the river still make some open wave to have good time. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report 14th - Published: 2016-06-15 - Modified: 2016-06-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-14th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: June 14th, 2016 TIME: 6am to 11:30am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: A nice wake up in Tamarindo area and all the spot was super fun to surf. Pico Grande the right was open and clean, some left come up at the parking lot but the best spot was the river mouth with long rides and nice barrels. Around 11am the wind change to a little onshore but still open and fun to ride. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Playa Grande Surf Report June 13th - Published: 2016-06-14 - Modified: 2016-06-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-june-13th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande DATE: June 13th, 2016 TIME: 6am to 10am WAVE SIZE: Head to Overhead High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: A nice day to start at Playa Grande with great condtions. The main break was the perfect spot to surf with a good swell at the north area of Guanacaste, the waves were open everywhere with offshore wind. The swell is coming this week so today we have a little test and nothing bad to start it. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report June 2nd - Published: 2016-06-03 - Modified: 2016-06-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-2nd/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: June 2nd, 2016 TIME: 6am-8:30am-11am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Glassy SURF DETAILS: Another nice day to surf at Playa Tamarindo with great condition. The wind was a little soft shore and mostly the time glassy and the wave were open and clean at the river mouth. Pico Grande make some nice rights and the parking lot the left was a choice to take. (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report May 31st - Published: 2016-06-01 - Modified: 2016-06-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-31st/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: May 31st, 2016 TIME: 6am to 11:30am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Overhead WIND CONDITIONS: Glassy- Soft Offshore SURF DETAILS: Tamarindo today was onfire with great set at the river mouth. The glassy condition help a lot to make the waves nice and open in all the surf spots, Pico Grande the right was another great choice and the a nice left at front to the parking lot. A really nice day to surf and have great moments in the water. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Surf 4 Youth host FREE surf contest in Tamarindo. Groms stoked! - Published: 2016-06-01 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-4-youth-host-free-surf-contest-in-tamarindo-groms-stoked/ - Categories: Blog They kids were frothing with excitment last weekend in Tamarindo! Not only did they have the opportunity to surf a free contest, but some of the most well-known surf stars in Costa Rica were there promoting the cause. No stress, good vibes, fun waves, and Costa Rican surf hero (Carlos Muñoz) was there supporting it all. And as a proud event sponsor, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp was there to provide meals, electricity, and other necessary nuts / bots for a successful event. The free contest was put on by Surf for Youth (S4Y), a local organization founded by Costa Rican national surf champ, and mother of 3, Andrea Diaz. S4Y was created to introduce surfing as a healthy, self-motivating, lifestyle to the youth in the Tamarindo Area. Through its weekly surf-training programs and traveling competition team, S4Y encourages kids to maintain a disciplined lifestyle in order to reap the benefits of the program. Andrea stands with her youth! S4Y’s mission is “to love kids unconditionally, to meet them where they are, and to empower them through encouragement in 3 key dynamics; Recreationally, Educationally and Spiritually. ” The youth and Costa Rican Surf Hero, Carlos Munoz, sharing a local meal Munoz jugando futbol con los chicos de Tamarindo Want to help this organization grow? Yes, so do we :) The best way for anyone to contribute is to check out the How to Help page to see what is most needed by the organization, and where you can fill in the gaps. PURA VIDA! --- > Tamarindo Surf Report May 30th - Published: 2016-05-31 - Modified: 2016-05-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-30th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: May 30th, 2016 TIME: 6am to 11am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Glassy-Soft Offshore SURF DETAILS: The swell arrive to Tamarindo and make great conditions to surf. The wind was Glassy early in the morning and change to soft offshore, the waves were open and good rides at the river mouth (left and right) and good right at Pico Grande. Fun day to surf and great wave to start the swell today. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report May 16th - Published: 2016-05-17 - Modified: 2016-05-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-16th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: May 16th, 2016 TIME: 6am to 11:30am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: The swell arrive to Tamarindo area and make the waves super fun. The river mouth was a perfect spot to be with open ride and some barrels until the wind change to onshore. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Ollie's Point and Casitas Surf Report May 12th - Published: 2016-05-13 - Modified: 2016-05-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ollies-point-and-casitas-surf-report-may-12th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Ollie's Point and Casitas (Playa Grande) DATE: May 12th, 2016 TIME: 7am to 12md WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-SideShore SURF DETAILS: Great condition to surf at Ollie's and the wind was a little sideshore but don't affect to have good surf session. Casitas the wind was offshore all morning with decent side waves and open rides. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Make memories of a lifetime at Witch's Rock. Friendly staff, expert surf instructors, guarantee your best surf vacation ever. - Published: 2016-05-09 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guest-review-our-best-vacation-ever-and-that-says-a-lot-because-we-have-fun-wherever-we-go/ - Categories: Blog Dear Witch's Rock Thank you all for your hospitality during our stay last week. From the friendly front desk to the staff at Joe’s to the instructors to the maintenance guys, everyone was very welcoming and attentive. The surf instructors were awesome, particularly Manrique, who made my wife Maria so comfortable in the water that she wants to come back. (She vows to learn how to swim before the next trip. ) Spending time with Robert August was also a special treat, he is truly an Ambassador of Surfing. He made a very positive impression on my sons, for which I am very grateful. All that, and I got the best ride of my life. The trip was our best vacation ever, and that says a lot because we have fun wherever we go. The surf made it great, but the people (including other guests) made it special. We will certainly be back as soon as can be. Thanks Again, and Pura Vida Schmitz Family --- > Tamarindo and Casitas Surf Report May 03rd - Published: 2016-05-04 - Modified: 2016-05-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-casitas-surf-report-may-03rd/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Tamarindo and Casitas (Playa Grande) DATE: May 03rd, 2016 TIME: 6:30 to 11am WAVE SIZE: Waist to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Glassy-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Today the sun come up a little bit and make a nice morning in the area. The waves are still super fun allover the place, the conditions were glassy until it change to onshore 11am, and Casitas (Playa Grade) was a good spot to be with great rides and good sizes. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report May 04th - Published: 2016-05-04 - Modified: 2016-05-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-04th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: May 04th, 2016 TIME: 6am to 12md WAVE SIZE: Waist to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Glassy-Onshore SURF DETAILS: The swell was going down a little bit but still fun to ride some waves and having fun. Morning was super clean condition (Glassy) nice left at the river mouth and some decent rights at front to the parking lot. Around 11am the wind switch to onshore but still OK to ride some waves. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo and Playa Grande Surf Report May 02nd - Published: 2016-05-03 - Modified: 2016-05-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-and-playa-grande-surf-report-may-02nd/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo, Playa Grande DATE: May 02nd, 2016 TIME: 6am to 12md WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Glassy-Onshore SURF DETAILS: The raining season arrived to Guanacaste and make the morning glassy conditions. Swell still in the area and make great waves at front to the parking lot and the river mouth. Playa Grande was super fun and open ride at the main break until the wind change to onshore around 10:30am. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Avellanas Surf Report April 28th - Published: 2016-04-29 - Modified: 2016-04-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-april-28th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Avellanas and Tamarindo DATE: April 28th. 2016 TIME: 6:30 to 12md WAVE SIZE: Waist to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Glassy-Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Nice morning with glassy condition in the north area of Guanacaste. Palo Seco (Avellanas) the waves were super fun with sweet rides and some barrels. Tamarindo the conditions was similar glassy and open rides until 9:30am when the wind change to onshore and choppy. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Dive into Surf Science: An introduction to swell formation and enhance your surfing experience with wave forecasting insights. - Published: 2016-04-27 - Modified: 2025-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-science-an-introduction-to-wave-formation-and-reading-waves/ - Categories: Blog Surf Science is one of the weekly seminars that we offer here at WRSC. It is an informative presentation for all surf levels interested in wave formation, swell forecasting, and wave classification. For me, surfing is more than just riding waves. Surfing is about being connected with mother nature and being in tune with the perpetual flow of the ocean. Understanding the science of surf will make your sessions more worthwhile, and also give you a higher perspective of whats really going on out there. Enjoy! The photo on the left is a large, winter-time low pressure system that would give Hawaii upwards of 50ft waves. The photo on the right is how these waves would travel throughout the Pacific basin, eventually making their way to Costa Rica in the 4-8 foot range several days later. Basically, the friction between the wind and the ocean surface creates small disturbances called waves that can carry the wind's energy for 1000's of miles through open water. All of these factors are important, but the most important is the third factor, the distance over open water. For example, imagine that we have an Olympic-sized swimming pool at our feet. We apply 100 mph wind (force) for 72 hours (duration). But because the distance over open water is limited to a swimming pool, the waves will not get much bigger than a few inches. Apply this same scenario to 1000 miles over the Pacific Ocean, and now we are talking about some solid surf! The above model illustrates how waves continually grow as they travel over open ocean with 40 knot sustained winds at their backs. As the wave increases in height above the ocean surface, the wave is also growing below the ocean surface. For example, after 2000 miles of wind/wave creation, we have a 31 foot wave at 20 seconds with 1000 feet of downward energy. WOW! If you've ever taken a chemistry of physics class, you would know this term as wave frequency or wavelength. In surfing, we call this wave period and is measured in seconds between consecutive wave peaks. Wave period is very important because it tells us how far the wave has traveled, and how much energy the wave holds below the surface. For example: Imagine you drop a rock into a calm, glassy pond below your feet. Right where the rock makes impact, the water is... --- > Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report April 25th - Published: 2016-04-26 - Modified: 2016-04-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-and-tamarindo-surf-report-april-25th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Marbella and Tamarindo DATE: April 25th, 2016 TIME: 6:30am to 11:30am WAVE SIZE: Waist to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Marbella wake up with great conditions this morning and good waves! Open rides, soft wind, perfect barrels, today was a morning to be there and enjoy the surf session. On the other side, Tamarindo the morning was a little different with conditions (stormy and sideshore-onshore) but the first two hours was nice util the wind change. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Casitas and Tamarindo Surf Report April 26th - Published: 2016-04-26 - Modified: 2016-04-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/casitas-and-tamarindo-surf-report-april-26th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Casitas (Playa Grande) and Tamarindo DATE: April 26th, 2016 TIME: 6am to 12md WAVE SIZE: Waist to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: The first few hours the conditions work pretty fun until the wind change to Onshore. Casitas the waves were really nice with open rides (left and right) and Tamarindo the parking lot and the river mouth was a good place to surf. The wind change around 9am make the conditions a little choppy and close up. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report 21st - Published: 2016-04-22 - Modified: 2016-04-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-21st-2/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: April 21st, 2016 TIME: 6am to 12md WAVE SIZE: Waist to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Sunny and Offshore wind nice morning to be on the water. The waves were super fun in front of the parking lot and in the river mouth the best choice was a clean and open left. Around 10:30am the condition change to onshore but still fun at the river mouth to ride some waves. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Playa Grande Surf Report April 14th - Published: 2016-04-15 - Modified: 2016-04-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-april-14th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande DATE: April 14th, 2016 TIME: 6:30am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Playa Grande today make super fun wave at the main break, open, clean and some barrels the condition can't be better to have a nice surf session. The wind help until 10am switch to onshore and make super choppy and close up. (more... ) --- > Avellanas and Tamarindo Surf Report April 12th - Published: 2016-04-13 - Modified: 2016-04-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-and-tamarindo-surf-report-april-12th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Avellanas and Tamarindo DATE: April 12th, 2016 TIME: 6:30am to 12md WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Today the conditions were super fun with offshore wind at Playa Avellanas! All breaks working pretty well (La Purruja,Lola's,Palo Seco and River Mouth) with open rides and some barrels, perfect day have fun there. Tamarindo the waves was bigger than yesterday and really nice left breaking at front of the parking lot and some decent waves also at the river mouth. Around 9:30am the wind change to onshore and stay like that the rest of the day. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Ostional and Tamarindo Surf Report April 11th - Published: 2016-04-11 - Modified: 2016-04-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ostional-and-tamarindo-surf-report-april-11th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Ostiona and Tamarindo DATE: April 11th, 2016 TIME: 6:30am to 11:30am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: SideShore-Offshore SURF DETAILS: Small condition in the north area of Guanacaste but fun rides to Surf. Ostional make some great wave and open ride with sideshore wind. Tamarindo was the opposite with strong offshore wind all day. The waves were small but nice left at front of the parking lot and the river mouth wasn't like always but some left come up and enjoy the ride. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report April 07th - Published: 2016-04-08 - Modified: 2016-04-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-07th-2/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: April 07th, 2016 TIME: 6am to 3pm WAVE SIZE: Waist to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore wind SURF DETAILS: Great morning to surf at Playa Tamarindo and the wind still strong offshore. Pico Grande make super fun right to ride and at front to the parking lot the left is the wave to ride ( Clean, long and open ). The river mouth left and right show up and was another choice to surf and have fun. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Playa Grande and Tamarindo Report April 05th - Published: 2016-04-06 - Modified: 2016-04-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-report-april-05th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande and Tamarindo DATE: April 05, 2016 TIME: 7am to 11am WAVE SIZE: Waist to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: The strong offshore wind back to the north area of Guanacaste and make a little challenge to the surfers get waves. The main break was super fun with open rides and some barrels, Tamarindo the left at front of parking lot been those days super fun and as well in the river mouth. Pico Grande the right is the choice for the regulars surfers and to have a good day in the water. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Avellanas Surf Report April 04th - Published: 2016-04-05 - Modified: 2016-04-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-april-04th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Avellanas DATE: April 04th, 2016 TIME: 6:30am to 10:30am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore Wind SURF DETAILS: Nice conditions to surf this morning with open rides at Avellanas. Palo seco was super fun with great waves, open and clean. The River Mouth was another option to surf and the right side was a good choice to ride and having fun. The wind help this morning to make the waves nice and open in all the breaks for good surf session. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Avellanas Surf Report March 30th - Published: 2016-03-31 - Modified: 2016-03-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-march-30th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Avellanas DATE: March 30th, 2016 TIME: 7am to 11am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: The swell don't arrive yet to the north area of Guanacaste but waves were super fun in Avellanas. The river mouth the right was a good option to surf for the regular surfers. Palo seco both sides making super good rides and at front at Lola's the left was a good chioce to take. Fun morning and offshore wind Avellanas was a option to surf in the north area of Tamarindo. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Avellanas Surf Report March 28th - Published: 2016-03-29 - Modified: 2016-03-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-march-28th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Avellanas DATE: March 28th, 2016 TIME: 6:30am to 9am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore Condition SURF DETAILS: Great morning to surf in Playa Avellanas with nice conditions. Good waves breaking all over the place (River Mouth,Palo Seco,La Purruja) and open rides with some nice barrels. Great place to be for all leves surfers. (more... ) --- > Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report March 23rd - Published: 2016-03-24 - Modified: 2016-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-march-23rd/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande and Tamarindo DATE: March 23rd, 2016 TIME: 6am-8am-11am-3pm WAVE SIZE: Waste to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: The strong wind still in the north area of Guanacaste and Playa Grande the condition were super good. Open ride, barrels and sunny day the main break was a good choice to surf and have a great surf session. Tamarindo the waves were good all day and like always for this swell, the river mouth was the spot to be and other option was the left in front of the parking lot. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report March 22th - Published: 2016-03-23 - Modified: 2016-03-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-22th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: March 22nd, 2016 TIME: 6am to 11am WAVE SIZE: Waste to Shoulder High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Today Tamarindo wake with strong wind and fresh water. The wind was Offshore all day and make the waves a little challenge to take but still open and fun ride to take at the river mouth. Pico Grande the right was small today but nice to ride with a longboard and have fun. Hot day but fresh water not to bad to spend the day at Tamarindo today. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report March 21st - Published: 2016-03-22 - Modified: 2016-03-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-21st/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: March 21st, 2016 TIME: 6am to 11:30am WAVE SIZE: Waste to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Nice morning to surf at Tamarindo area wind Offshore wind all day. The wave turn a little bit small compared to other days but still open and fun rides to surf. Pico Grande the right making clean and open and the river mouth the best option was the left but some decent right show up to have a good ride. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Playa Grande Surf Report March 18th - Published: 2016-03-18 - Modified: 2016-03-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-march-18th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande DATE: March 18th, 2016 TIME: 8am to 11am WAVE SIZE: waste to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Great Morning to surf at north area of Tamarindo. Today was a school trip and the condition for them were Offshore wind until 10:30am when the wind change to Onshore. The waves were open rides and some barrles at Baulas Places (Playa Grande). (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report March 16th - Published: 2016-03-17 - Modified: 2016-03-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-16th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: March 16th, 2016 TIME: 6:30am to 11am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Great morning at Tamarindo to surf with good waves in all the spots. Pico Grande the right today was a good option to someone want to ride a nice right wave. The parking lot the left was the best choice but some great right making nice and clean. Rive Mouth is the rive mouth because great sets arrive with great Offshore wind until 11am the wind change to Onshore and make choppy condition all afternoon. (more... ) --- > Avellanas and Tamarindo Surf Report March 15th - Published: 2016-03-16 - Modified: 2016-03-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-and-tamarindo-surf-report-march-15th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Avellanas and Tamarindo DATE: March 15th, 2016 TIME: 6:30am to 11am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Overhead High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore wind SURF DETAILS: The swell arrive at the Guanacaste coast and the conditions were super good everywhere you go to surf at the north area. Avellanas the river mouth was really good making open rides both sides and at front to the Lola's great lefts breaking and nice barrels. Tamarindo today the left at the river mouth was onfire, super long and clean is you make it best wave to surf. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report March 14th - Published: 2016-03-15 - Modified: 2016-03-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-march-14th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande and Tamarindo DATE: March 14th, 2016 TIME: 6am-8:30am-11am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Nice morning offshore wind in both place until 11am when the wind change but Playa Grande was making really good waves and open rides. Tamarindo Pico Grande the ride was super fun and the river mouth left and right was a great choice to surf. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > "Your entire staff from top to bottom were excellent!" - Published: 2016-03-15 - Modified: 2023-07-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/your-entire-staff-from-top-to-bottom-were-excellent/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews Good morning WRSC, I have already written a review on "Trip Advisor" and rated "Witches Rock" as excellent... . The instructors, (I had Andre for 4 days and Micha for 1 day) were the best. Never been up on a surfboard before and they had me up on the board and surfing almost every time. Also, the bartenders and the waitresses at the beach bar were so very courteous and friendly. "Maxi" was excellent also, My surfboard was ready at 8:30 Am every morning. Its all on "Trip advisor". And I cannot forget the girls at the desk who scheduled the classes... . . They answered all my questions and again, they were great. Your entire staff from top to bottom were excellent! Barry / February 2016 --- > Tamarindo Avellanas Surf Report March 10th - Published: 2016-03-11 - Modified: 2016-03-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-10th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Tamarindo and Avellanas DATE: March 10th, 2016 TIME: 11am to 4:30pm WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Onshore SURF DETAILS: Today the conditions don't help at all making onshore wind. The waves were a little open at the river mouth and the left was the best choice to ride. Avellanas similar conditions just the wind was a soft and some good set come to have fun rides to make. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report March 08th - Published: 2016-03-10 - Modified: 2016-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-08th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: March 08th, 2016 TIME: 9am-11am-1pm-3pm WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offgshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Today the conditions were similar than yesterday, good offshore wind early in the morning until 12md and change onshore all afternoon. Also today was a battle to decide what side to take ( left vs right) and have a great surf session in Tamarindo. All the spots was good options to surf, Pico Grande, Parking lot and the River Mouth. (more... ) --- > Learn about the different levels of surfing and find out what level surfer you are, from beginner to advanced surf programs. - Published: 2016-03-10 - Modified: 2025-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-level-surfer-are-you/ - Categories: Blog Before we get started, I just need to say... Surfing isn’t about being better than the person sitting next to you in the lineup. Surfing is about fun! Surfing is about the joy of sharing a few moments with nature. Whether you’re just catching your first few waves, or a bonafide shredder, the overall enjoyment is what counts. Wingnut enjoying the moment in Tamarindo That being said, it is important to be realistic with your surfing ability. You don’t want to paddle out into conditions that are out of your league , but at the same time, riding waves that push your limitations will bring out the best in your surfing. Here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we offer 3 unique surf programs (Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced) catered for each ability level. Not sure what category you fall in? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one. . Take this short questionnaire to see what program we suggest for you. Be sure to write down your answers so you can add them up at the end. Be as honest as possible for most accurate results 1) How many years have you been surfing? (at least 12 sessions per year) A) Less than 1 year B) 1-3 years C) 3-7 years D) More than 7 years 2) Are you able to go left and right down the line? A) What does this mean B) No C) Only Left or only Right D) Yes, Both 3) Are you able to turtle roll and/or duckdive A) What does this mean? B) No C) Yes 4) Are you able to do turns? (Cutbacks, off-the tops, floaters) A) What does this mean B) I know what those are, I cannot do them C) Yes, I've done those before D) Yes, Consistently linking them together on the same wave 5) How many successful in-and-out barrel rides have you gotten in your life? A) 0 B) less than 5 C) Less than 20 D) More than 20 6) Which wave suits you best at your current level? A) B) C) D) 7) How many times in the past year have you surfed good - excellent waves? A) Less than 5 times B) 5-10 times C) 10 - 20 times D) more than 20 times 8) When does a surfer have priority of a given wave? A) the surfer with the smallest board? B) the surfer closest to... --- > Playa Grande Surf Report March 08th - Published: 2016-03-09 - Modified: 2016-03-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-march-08th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande DATE: March 08th, 2016 TIME: 8am-11am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: The swell still in the north area of Guanacaste making good side waves. The condition for the first few hours was really nice with offshore wind but around 10:30am the wind switch to onshore and stay like that all afternoon. (more... ) --- > Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report March 07th - Published: 2016-03-08 - Modified: 2016-03-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-march-07th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande-Tamarindo DATE: March 07th, 2016 TIME: 8am-11am-1:30pm WAVE SIZE: shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Playa Grande early in the morning the condition was nice and good left and rights waves until the wind change to Onshore. Same condition happen to Playa Tamarindo and the river mouth was onfire with great left wave breaking open and long. Around 11am the wind change and make the condition choppy a little bit but the left still the option to ride at the river mouth. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report March 03rd - Published: 2016-03-04 - Modified: 2016-03-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-03rd/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: March 03rd, 2016 TIME: 7am to 12:30pm WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore Wind SURF DETAILS: The swell still in Tamarindo area and make great waves wherever, Pico Grande, River Mouth, Parking Lot. The waves this morming were open and clean almost perfect, at mid tide the river make good barrels and beautiful long left ride. Great morning to surf! Pura Vida (more... ) --- > The Camelo Bikini chicas in Tamarindo! - Published: 2016-03-03 - Modified: 2016-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-camelo-bikini-chicas-in-tamarindo/ - Categories: Blog Last December, the Camelo Bikinis surf team passed through Tamarindo for a taste of the Guanacaste Sun. The girls were ripping! Surfing all the local spots including, Playa Grande, Langosta, and of course, Tamarindo. In addition, the surfer girls stayed at our new sister location, The Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, which provided as their surf base with close access to Guanacaste's best waves. The all-star team consisted of Nataly Bernold, Meg Saunders, Carolina Camero, Marcela García, Daniela Wooster, Andreina Samudio, Angela Aguilar, Andrea Díaz, Lia Díaz y Serena Navas, Emily Gussoni, Zulay Martínez y Coral Wiggins. Enough talking, let's get to the video :) https://youtu. be/_vuAgctu7Ho --- > Marbella and Tamarindo Surf Report March 02nd - Published: 2016-03-02 - Modified: 2016-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-and-tamarindo-surf-report-march-02nd/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Marbella and Tamarindo DATE: March 02nd, 2016 TIME: 6:30 to 12md WAVE SIZE: Chest to Overhead Hight WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore wind SURF DETAILS: Marbella the conditions were super good, open rides and great barrels at the main. Tamarindo the swell turn a little small but still really nice to make good waves. Fun day to surf at Guanacaste area and make the day surfing in both place. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report March 01st - Published: 2016-03-01 - Modified: 2016-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-01st/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: March 02th, 2016 TIME: 6:30 to 11:30am WAVE SIZE: chest to Overhead High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore wind SURF DETAILS: Great waves this Morning with nice swell arrive at the north area of Guanacaste. Pico Grande the right was onfire making open and clean. The rive mouth the waves were open and clean both sides the other great option to surf in Tamarindo area! (more... ) --- > Playa Grande and Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 25th - Published: 2016-02-26 - Modified: 2016-02-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-and-tamarindo-surf-report-feb-25th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande and Tamarindo DATE: February 25th, 2016 TIME: 6:30am-2pm- 4pm WAVE SIZE: shoulder to head high WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore wind SURF DETAILS: Nice day at Playa Grande with clean and open rides to surf. The condition for today was better than yesterday because the wind help a lot, las palmeras was a good spot to surf and Tamarindo the river mouth the waves were super fun both sides. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 23rd - Published: 2016-02-24 - Modified: 2016-02-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-23rd/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: February 23rd, 2016 TIME: 9am-12:30pm-2pm- 4:30pm WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Sideshore-Onshore SURF DETAILS: Today the conditions were a little different then the other days due to onshore wind. A new swell arrived today making good lefts at the river mouth. Pretty good for onshore condition. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 22nd - Published: 2016-02-23 - Modified: 2016-02-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-22nd/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Tamarindo DATE: February 22nd, 2016 TIME: 10:30am-4pm WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head Hight WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: The swell get a little small but still fun to ride waves in Tamarindo. Nice open wave at the river mouth and the Playa Grande the waves were a little bigger some barrles and fun rides both sides. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Ostional and Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 18th - Published: 2016-02-19 - Modified: 2016-02-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-18th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Ostional-Playa Tamarindo DATE: February 18th, 2016 TIME: 8am to 12md WAVE SIZE: Shoutder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS:Offshore SURF DETAILS: The strong wind back to Tamarindo area and make the water a little chill. The waves were small than yesterday but still fun to be in the water and have a good surf session. Ostional the conditions were surper fun with great waves and nice barrles. Pura Vida. (more... ) --- > Avellanas and Tamarindo Surf Report Feb17th - Published: 2016-02-18 - Modified: 2016-02-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-and-tamarindo-surf-report-feb17th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Avellanas and Tamarindo DATE: February 17th, 2016 TIME: 7am to 11:30am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Overhead WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Great conditions this morning at the north area of guanacaste with onfire waves. Playa Avellanas at Palo Seco the waves were super fun with open rides and nice barrels. Tamarindo the best spot to surf was the right side of the river mouth with onfire lefts and right waves, La Casita ( Playa Grande) the left was the choice and the wave to surf there. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Feb 16th - Published: 2016-02-17 - Modified: 2016-02-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-feb-16th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Tamarindo DATE: February 16th, 2016 TIME: 6:30am-8:30am-11am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Great morning to surf in Tamarindo area with soft offshore wind. The left at the river mouth was a good option, breaking long and open to have a nice ride and the right was a little short but no to mad to make some trick in a sunny hot day in Guanacaste area. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Playa Grande Surf Report Feb 14th Happy Valentines Day.. - Published: 2016-02-14 - Modified: 2016-02-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-feb-14th-happy-valentines-day/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande DATE: February 14th, 2016 TIME: 7:30 am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Great condition to surf at north area of Tamarindo with open rides and perfect barrels. The wind still super strong and a little bit chill, so bring you suit and be prepared to move all the time. . Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Jan28th - Published: 2016-01-28 - Modified: 2016-01-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan28th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: January 28th, 2016 TIME: 6am-7am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Great condition to surf at the river mouth this morning and make nice waves. Open rides both sizes and the wind help as usual to make the waves still open, fun morning session in Tamarindo, good waves, good wind and fun time in the water. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 26th - Published: 2016-01-26 - Modified: 2016-01-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-26th-2/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: January 26th, 2016 TIME: 2pm-4pm WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Nice afternoon to surf in Tamarindo with really good waves. Henry's and Pico Grande the waves were really good and left and rights was the option to surf there. The river mouth is the other great choice to surf and making great barrels, open rides with strong offshore wind. (more... ) --- > Marbella Surf Report Jan25th - Published: 2016-01-25 - Modified: 2016-01-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-surf-report-jan25th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Marbella DATE: January 25th, 2016 TIME: 10am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Great Conditions to Surf South of Tamarindo with open rides and perfect Barrels. Nothing more to ask today for surf at Marbella and have a good surf session, perfect waves, perfect wind and sunny day, a nice day to surf there and have great session in the water. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Team WRSC scores EPIC Ollie's Point ~ Jan 20th 2016 - Published: 2016-01-23 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/team-wrsc-scores-epic-ollies-point-jan-20th-2016/ - Categories: Blog After a week of forecasting, planning and preparation, Team WRSC scored one of the most memorable days of the year at the famous, Ollie's Point. With not a drop of water out of place, Team WRSC surfed machine-like 4-6ft right-hand barrels for over 6 hours! The waves never seemed to stop, and with over 500 waves ridden throughout the day, we concluded our journey with noodle-arms, salty skin, and smiles from ear to ear. Our all-star team consistent of : Joe Walsh (Owner of Witch's Rock Surf Camp), Pat McNulty (Chief Operation Officer) Niki Hurren (Volcano Brewing Company Brewer) Ryan Waldron (Reservations team) Julie Javelle (Reservations team) and Brian Cole (Super-mega WRSC return guest) I could continue rambling about how epic the waves were with image provoking language and a bunch of sensory words, but I'd rather just let the photos speak for themselves. Enjoy :) Chief Operating Officer, Pat McNulty grabbing the first wave of the day and showcasing his classic style with over 50 years of surfing experience. Reservations Ryan grabbing the first of many tube-rides on this classic day VBC Brewmaster Niki soul arching his way down the line Even the birds were getting tubed! Ryan tucks in for a perfect inside drainer P-Mac showing the young-guns how it's done Reservations Julie putting on a show for the boys. Clean off the top carving with Julie Head Honcho Joe Walsh waiting for the bombs and making it look easy Joe touching the water getting ready to smack the lip Que buen estilo Joe! Ryan copying Joe Drag your hand and pull in! Threading the needle with Ryan Strong emotions after 3 tubes on 1 wave! Julie dropping in and waiting for the wave to open up. Smooth carving with Julie Super Mega Return guest Brian Cole testing out his backside Off the top with Joe When Joe Walsh claims this was one of the best days he's surfed Ollie's in the past 15 years, we all felt very humbled. Here's the legend himself setting up for the tube! Sets out the back! ! More style with Niki. Ryan putting it on a rail with speed and control Set wave with Brian! Off-the-top with Julie Pat setting up for the tube. The waves this day barreled perfectly from the point all the way to the beach. 45 seconds of regular foot perfection. Niki grabbing some shade Brian... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 21st - Published: 2016-01-21 - Modified: 2016-01-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-21st/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: January 21st, 2016 TIME: 9:30am-11:3oam WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: The swell still at the north area and Tamarindo and the waves are onfire with great rides breaking. Pico Grande the right was a nice option to surf and Henry's spot, the river mouth like usual those days make perfect rides and barrels. Sweet day to surf and have a nice session in the water. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Ostional, Marbella,Tamarindo Surf Report 19th - Published: 2016-01-19 - Modified: 2016-01-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-19th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Ostional-Playa Marbella and Playa Tamarindo DATE: January 19th, 2016 TIME: 7am-9am-11am WAVE SIZE: shoulder to Overhead High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: The Swell arrived to the North area of Guanacaste bringing super fun conditions with open rides and strong offshore wind. Today, in the south areas, conditions were amazing, with clean and overhead size waves with lefts and right barrels. Great morning to be in the water and surf good waves. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 18th - Published: 2016-01-18 - Modified: 2016-01-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-18th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: January 18th, 2016 TIME: 7am-9am-11am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Fun Day to be and the water and make some waves at the river mouth, left and right direction, great wind conditions. Pico Grande still a other option to be and have a nice right wave to surf in Tamarindo area. (more... ) --- > Avellanas-Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 14th - Published: 2016-01-14 - Modified: 2016-01-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/20571/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Avellanas and Tamarindo DATE: January 14th, 2016 TIME: 6am-8am-10am WAVE SIZE: Waist to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Nice waves to surf in Avellanas with open rides and some good barrels at the river mouth. Tamarindo the condition was fun with some sides, left and rights breaking nice and open at the river mouth and Pico grande the right was a good option to surf and having fun in the water. (more... ) --- > Marbella Surf Report Jan12th - Published: 2016-01-12 - Modified: 2016-01-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-surf-report-jan12th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Marbella DATE: January 12th, 2016 TIME: 8am WAVE SIZE: Waist to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Fun condition to surf south of Tamarindo. Decent rides to Surf and some barrels Marbella was a good spot to make the morning session and quite place to be. . Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 11th - Published: 2016-01-11 - Modified: 2016-01-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-11th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: January 11th, 2016 TIME: 6am-8am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: OffShore SURF DETAILS: Good Morning Tamarindo! Perfect Condition to surf this morning at the River mouth with good left and rights options to surf. The wind was strong but enough to make nice barrels and open waves. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Jan 06th - Published: 2016-01-06 - Modified: 2016-01-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-jan-06th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: January 06th, 2016 TIME: 9am- 12md WAVE SIZE: Waist to Shoulder High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: It was strong offshore conditions today but waves was super fun to ride. The river mouth still the best spot to surf those days and at front to the camp some waves build and La casita (Playa Grande) the wave was nice and another choice to surf around Tamarindo area. (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 30th - Published: 2015-12-30 - Modified: 2015-12-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-dec-30th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: December 30th, 2015 TIME: 7am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Shoulder High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Better day to surf at Tamarindo with Offshore wind and open rides. The river mouth was the best spot today to surf and make nice waves. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Avellanas Surf Report Dec 29th - Published: 2015-12-29 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-dec-29th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Avellanas DATE: December 29th, 2015 TIME: 3:00pm WAVE SIZE: Chest to Shoulder High WIND CONDITIONS: Onshore SURF DETAILS: Today the conditions was a little hard south of Tamarindo. The wind don't help to make the waves breaking nice but the swell was better and some decent ride come up and make the afternoon fun to surf. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > 2016 New Year's Resolutions for Surfers - Published: 2015-12-23 - Modified: 2023-07-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/2016-new-years-resolutions-for-surfers/ - Categories: Blog 2016 is fast approaching! Whether you are ready for it or not, change is happening. Why not point it in the right direction with a goal or intention to improve your surfing in the New Year? If you need some guidance, here are a few great ideas to help you upgrade your shredding: Surf more. Surfing is just like anything else. The more you do it, the better you will be at it. Set a goal to at least surf once, twice, or three times per week. Obviously sometimes there won’t be waves, and there is not much you can do about that. At least check the surf every day! Surfing more will not only make you a better surfer, but it will put you in better physical shape, and you will be happier. Who doesn’t want that? Book that trip. Do it! There is nothing like one-three weeks of surfing quality waves to launch your skill to the next level. Check swell patterns and weather conditions to choose the best place for the time of year that you plan to travel. Surf camps are a great idea for any level of surfer traveling for the purpose of catching as many waves as possible and improving skills. The best way to commit to taking a trip is to just buy a plane ticket. Everything seems to work itself out after that. Make it happen in 2016! Learn that new skill. Do you want to get barreled? Land airs? Do cutbacks? Duck dive? Turtle roll? Commit to learning at least one new surfing skill and then practice it each time you go surfing until it happens. You can look up some tutorials online or talk to some more experienced surfers for advice. If there is a will there is a way. Nothing is out of your surfing reach, it just takes patience and perseverance. Check in with your ‘tude. This is important. Surfing is supposed to be fun. Do you feel stressed out in the line up? Are you a wave hog? Do you beat yourself up when you are not surfing like you want to? If so, it is time for a new attitude in the New Year. Find that stoke that got you surfing and add it back into your life. Give someone a wave. Smile at people in the lineup. Cheer people on. Refresh yourself on surfing... --- > Avellanas Surf Report Dec 22th - Published: 2015-12-22 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-dec-22th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Avellanas DATE: December 22th, 2015 TIME: 10am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Beautiful Day at South of Tamarindo, clear water, sunny day and open waves Avellanas was super fun for the surfers to ride decent waves. Today was a day to bring the longboard and enjoy the session with strong offshore wind. (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Dec 21th - Published: 2015-12-21 - Modified: 2015-12-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-dec-21th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: December 21th, 2015 TIME: 7 am WAVE SIZE: Waist to Shoulder High WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: Nice condition to surf this morning with offshore wind and open rides. The river mouth was the one of the best option to surf. Swell still small this week but fun to having fun in the water. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Witch's Rock Gift Certificates: Spreading Holiday Stoke - Published: 2015-12-18 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-gift-certificates-spreading-holiday-stoke/ - Categories: Blog Give the Gift of Surf! Imagine opening up what seems to be a regular holiday card only to realize that you have just been given a week of surfing in Tamarindo! You can make someone’s dreams come true this season. Skip the shopping mall and give something that will be cherished forever. At Witch’s Rock Surf Camp we know that learning to surf, improving your surfing, or taking a surf trip can change your life. Call our office at 1-888-318-7873 to talk to Julie, Shawna, or Ryan. They would love to set you up with a gift certificate for your loved one that is sure to make their holiday the most special one yet. Gift Certificate Packages: Women’s Surf Retreat Treat the special lady in your life to a week of learning to surf, yoga, exploring, great food, and meeting other adventurous women in a tropical paradise. There are only three more weeks to sign up for our January retreat, and we have retreats set for February, March, and April as well. Click here to learn more about rates and what our women’s surf retreats include! Beginner Surf School Weather you have never surfed before or you have only surfed a few times, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp will make your dream of learning how to surf come true. Since we started out as beginning surfers just like yourself, we understand how difficult it can be trying to learn to surf. Our Beginner Surf School program provides a friendly and safe environment for mastering the core skills needed to become a competent surfer. We guarantee it! Click here for more info on our beginner surf school. Intermediate Surf Program This program is for those who already understand the basics of surfing and want to improve their skills. Our intermediate surf program will make you a better surfer. You will learn to read waves better, improve your timing, and catch more waves. You will acquire advanced turtle rolling and duck diving skills. You will gain better control of your surfboard, and we can help you size down from a long board to a shorter board. Surfing is a difficult sport, and this program can take years off of your learning curve. Click here for more information on our intermediate surf program. Advanced Surf Tours Our advanced surf tours are for experienced surfers who want to come to Costa Rica and surf... --- > "Witch's Rock Was The Beginning of Several Firsts For Me." - Published: 2015-12-07 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-was-the-beginning-of-several-firsts-for-me/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews Witch’s Rock was the beginning of several firsts for me, and it was one of the best decisions I have ever made! One, I had never traveled completely solo before, much less on a last minute whim. Two, I had never surfed before. I had just finished my second year of law school and decided I needed to get away and do something spontaneous before my summer clerking program started. Somehow I decided surfing in Costa Rica was the best idea. I got lucky and chose Witch’s Rock Surf Camp! So, I booked the trip for the day after my last final and immediately took off towards Costa Rica. I had no clue what to expect traveling alone, but immediately after getting off the plane and hopping on the Witch’s Rock shuttle I realized I wasn’t the only one. Five other solo travelers were waiting on the shuttle as well. Just so happened that they were all around my age. By then end of the trip our group of solo travelers had grown by several. We all had a great time learning to surf, touring Tamarindo, and even taking a catamaran snorkeling tour together. I still keep in contact with many of the lifelong friends I made while at Witch’s Rock. Now, the surfing: It was an amazing experience learning to surf. I stood up on the board after my first day and was catching waves on my own just after a few sessions. The instructors were incredible and very knowledgeable. My group had Ariel. He was great at helping me improve at a rapid pace and was able to tell me exactly what I was doing wrong. He was also a great tour guide. He helped us find the good places to eat and things to do around Tamarindo. One night we went with him to Sharky’s to watch a Costa Rican futbol match, which was a great experience. The Witches Rock resort was excellent. It was a great location, right on the beach and near the town. The breakfast provided each morning at Joe’s was the best (I recommend the breakfast burrito). The best part was definitely watching the sunset each night from the brewery picnic tables on the beach! Overall, Witch’s Rock provided me a great first solo traveling experience. It helped me to discover how easy it is to fall in love with surfing. It... --- > "Nothing felt real because everything was perfect." - Published: 2015-11-30 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/nothing-felt-real-because-everything-was-perfect/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews Pura Vida: I only heard of this phrase but never knew what it meant until I experienced it for the first time last year. I had lived off peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for a couple months to save up and go on a surf trip with my boyfriend, my cousin and my friend. The four of us flew down to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp with excitement. We were greeted with high fives and positive vibes. I’m not sure how else to describe Pura Vida; all I know is we had a constant smile on our faces and every hour topped the next. We woke before the sunrise and ran to the beach to catch our first waves. Every minute was filled with cheers and smiles as each wave we caught was the best ride of our life. When we weren’t surfing we were making new friends and eating good food. When I couldn’t imagine our adventure to get any better, the best day of my life happened. We just finished eating dinner and the waves were small but fun. We decided to go out for a sunset surf sesh. I’ll never forget how pink and orange the water was from the Costa Rican sunset. As I paddled out into the lineup I saw a small, orange, boat keychain float by me. I thought someone had lost their keys and I picked it up. Attached to the keychain was a ring. As soon as I realized what was happening my boyfriend was off his board and in the water next to me. He asked me to marry him and the other surfers around us began to cheer. Of course I said yes. After that moment the rest of our trip was like a dream. Nothing felt real because everything was perfect. We had the best week of our lives and we’ll sure as heck never forget it. Pura Vida! ! Lindsay PS- We are dying to go back! We haven't planned our honeymoon yet because I started a full time job just after our wedding. We plan on going back for our honeymoon either this spring or summer. --- > When You Learn to Surf With Your Family, Magic Happens - Published: 2015-11-24 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/creating-confidence-bonds-and-new-skills/ - Categories: Blog This week, Witch's Rock Surf Camp held a social media contest. We asked to hear your stories and experiences from your time at our camp, and WOW! We got so many inspiring stories! We chose Carolyn Wheeler as our winner of a week long stay at the Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel. Her story is a great example of what we are all about at WRSC: Getting people out of their comfort zone to build confidence, creating and awakening life long connections with family and new friends, and most of all: learning to surf! Read Carolyn's experience: "Our time at Witch’s Rock has been more than I ever could have hoped for. Having a pre-teen can be challenging and it’s not always easy to connect with my daughter who is more interested in video games and the Disney Channel and not hanging out with her mother. So I’m always looking to find experiences and travel destinations that will pique her interest and get her to unplug and engage. When I found Witch’s Rock two years ago I thought that this could be a fun and unique trip for the two of us. As a child growing up in Southern California, I used to spend as much free time at the beach as possible. And when I got to my high school years I picked up surfing and would grab my board and head out to catch the waves as often as I could. But now that I live in Nevada I am land locked and my daughter has never had the luxury of being able to pop down to the ocean and certainly learning how to surf was pretty far off the radar for her. Picking Witch’s Rock was the best way to get me back on the board after nearly 30 years away from surfing and the perfect way for my daughter to being her surfing journey. The trip couldn’t have been more perfect! When we arrived it was as though we were whisked away to paradise. We were immediately made to feel like we were at home. The staff was friendly and the service was amazing. And after a chance to rest from our flight we were ready for our lessons to begin. The waves were glassy and perfect for my daughter’s first lesson and for my getting back on the board. And to both of our surprise... --- > "A Truly Life-Altering Experience" - Published: 2015-11-24 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-truly-life-altering-experience/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews February 2013. I’m 30,000 feet in the air, on my way to Tamarindo for the first time. I’m totally by myself, my friends either at home with little ones or not up for the adventure ahead of me. My divorce has been final for one week. I have never felt so alone. On the other end of that flight awaits an adventure that I’ve promised myself for years. I had always wanted to learn to surf, but for a thousand excuses, I had never taken the plunge. But here I was, just an hour away from a week learning to surf and my head swimming with questions. What if I hated surfing? What if I got lonely? What if I couldn’t get the hang of it? What on earth was I doing? Little did I know what a special place was awaiting me. Five minutes after arriving at WRSC, I was sitting at a table with 8 other people, sharing a pitcher of Imperial and a plate of nachos (yes, as big as my a$$). Lonely? Not a chance. The next morning, I had my first surf lesson, a truly life-altering experience. Under the guidance of my fantastic instructor, I popped up and rode my first wave just minutes after getting in the water. All fear, gone. All anxiety, poof. That’s what surfing does to you. It makes you smile so hard your face hurts. It makes you pop up after an epic ride or an epic wipe out (it doesn’t matter which), laughing and paddling back out into the waves to do it again. And when I wasn’t experiencing the joy of riding a wave or the peace of bobbing around, awaiting the next wave as the sun rises over camp, I was laughing. Oh my gosh, I don’t think I’ve ever laughed so much. We were – we are – a motley crew, my WRSC family. From the US, Canada, Russia, we were doctors and PR pros and physical therapists and even a peace officer (to this day, I’m not sure what that really means). But oh we laughed. Amid the truly spectacular backdrop of WRSC – with its staff poised to help us with any request and its waves ready to draw us back into the ocean over and over again – surfing buddies became lifelong friends. Afterwards, I wondered if perhaps it was the magic... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 23rd - Published: 2015-11-23 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov-23rd/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: November 23rd, 2015 TIME: 8am-10am WAVE SIZE: Chest to Shoulder WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore SURF DETAILS: A fun day to surf in Tamarindo area with open and clean waves. The river mouth the left and right was good option to surf there. In front to the camp waves were breaking open and long rides. (more... ) --- > Witch's Rock Surf Report Nov 20th - Published: 2015-11-20 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-report-nov-20th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Witch's Rock and Ollie's Point DATE: November 20th, 2015 TIME: 8am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Glassy- Offshore SURF DETAILS: Witch's Rock was super fun in front of the rock with nice and clean waves. Good on both sides and some perfect barrels. Ollie's rights were pretty decent like always. Great day in both places to enjoy a great session. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Facebook Contest: Win a Free Vacation in Tamarindo - Published: 2015-11-18 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/facebook-contest-win-a-free-vacation-in-tamarindo/ - Categories: Blog Win a FREE WEEK LONG VACATION at the Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel in Tamarindo, Costa Rica! We are calling upon our current and past guests at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp to tell us about your experiences with us. Write a story, a review, or any description of your time at our surf camp. Photos are encouraged, but not necessary. Our favorite piece of writing will be chosen on Tuesday, November 24th. Send all content to our Facebook page via messenger or to emily@witchsrock. com. Below is an example of a great entry that we received yesterday: Witch’s Rock Surf Camp changed my life. I booked my trip on a whim after a friend told me to “be the girl that says yes to something she’s never done before. ” I decided my yes would be to go to Costa Rica alone and learn how to surf. I decided my yes would be to at least stand up on a surf board in Tamarindo at Witch’s Rock. Upon arrival at Witch’s Rock, I quickly learned that my yes was the best gift I’ve ever given myself. A few minutes into my very first lesson with the ever so patient Enryl, I popped up and rode a wave all the way to the shore. There are no words for how you feel when you stand up on a surfboard at the right point of the wave for the first time and you just glide through the ocean on your own. Witch’s Rock is a magical place in and out of the water. The instructors are helpful, kind and continuously looking out for your safety. The servers at Eat at Joe’s are friendly and always smiling. The bartender at El Vaquero will change your life with incredible cocktails. Julie at the front desk is helpful and the perfect person to ask for dinner recommendations. Pru Pru, who took my new found friends and me out on a boat, may be the coolest person ever. All of these people made my trip memorable. So, thank you Witch’s Rock for being my place of yes. Thank you Witch’s Rock for letting me be the girl that does something completely out of her comfort zone. Thank you Witch’s Rock for getting me up on that board. Thank you Witch’s Rock for being one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done. Thank you Witch’s Rock... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Nov18th - Published: 2015-11-18 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov18th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: November 18th,2015 TIME: 7am-5pm WAVE SIZE: Morning Waist to Head High, Afternoon Head to Over Head WIND CONDITIONS: OffShore until 11am change to Onshore and Back to Offshore at 4pm SURF DETAILS: Fun morning to surf at Tamarindo with open rides, but at the afternoon the new swell arrive with great left and right waves at the river mouth making the best spot to surf. At front to the camp some decent waves come up and finish the day with a nice sunset view. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Going Solo: 7 Ways Your Life Will Improve When You Travel Alone - Published: 2015-11-17 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/going-solo-7-ways-your-life-will-improve-when-you-travel-alone/ - Categories: Blog Written by Emily Shoemaker Now more than ever, the dynamic of traveling is changing. The Visa Global Intentions Study determined that the percentage of people traveling alone went from 16% in 2013 to 37% in 2015. People are becoming more independent, and travel is becoming more accessible to everyone due to technology. People of all ages and genders are setting out to see the world on their own, realizing that traveling alone can be a unique experience all in itself. When you travel alone, you will experience the world from your unique perspective. You will assimilate to other cultures, learn about new places, see beautiful landscapes and architecture, and you will eat new and different foods. All of this aside, there are miraculous ways that you will change and grow internally when you set out on a solo journey. To some of us, it can be intimidating to take the reins in a foreign place without the support system of your friends or family, but what if you find that it’s really not that difficult or scary? What if you were to literally allow the entire world to open up to you? Possibilities are endless when you shake those preconceived fears so that you can open your heart, your mind, and your suitcase. Here are 7 of those possibilities: You will let go of fear. The world can be scary. There are bad people with bad intentions. The unknown can create possibility for danger. What will you pack? How can you afford to travel? How will you know what to do? What if you can’t speak the language? Are you too old or too young? Well, we know that there is more risk of danger and harm in driving your car down the street these days than almost anything else. Of course, it is important to keep a good head on your shoulders while you are travelling, but just as there are people with bad intentions in this world, there are wonderful people with amazing souls as well. People all over the world have the same basic needs. If you forget to pack something in regards to food, clothing, shelter, or water, you will be able to find it in most places. Don’t sweat the small stuff. In the world of travel, less is more. Just throw some clothes and toiletries in a bag and go! Financially, travelling alone... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 17th - Published: 2015-11-17 - Modified: 2015-11-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/19944/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: November 17th, 2015 TIME: 6am- 4pm WAVE SIZE: Waist to Head High. WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore- Sideshore-Offshore SURF DETAILS: Nice morning to have a fun surf session in the river mouth in a sunny day. The left at front to the camp was nice and clean, also some rights make the ride perfect. In the afternoon the waves still nice and a little crowed. Around 4:30 the rain come to say hi and make the condition super fun. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Playa Grande Surf Report Nov16th - Published: 2015-11-16 - Modified: 2015-11-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-nov16th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande DATE: November 16th,2015 TIME: 8am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head High WIND CONDITIONS: Soft Offshore-Almost glassy SURF DETAILS: Really good day to surf with nice and open waves at front of the parking lot. Decent drops with some barrels and long rides. (more... ) --- > Traveling to Costa Rica? Find out if it's safe. Get insights, tips, and recommendations to ensure a secure and worry-free trip. - Published: 2015-11-15 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-costa-rica-is-it-safe/ - Categories: Blog Because of recent events in Nicaragua and other areas of the world, people are hyper aware of their safety, and the possibility of danger when traveling. Families and solo travelers want to know that they can feel secure while they are on vacation in Costa Rica. We understand your concern, and we wrote this blog to help you get some peace of mind when visiting Costa Rica. We feel completely comfortable recommending Costa Rica as a safe travel destination, but just like anything else, your safety mostly relies on good information and common sense. Guanacaste is one of the safest regions of Costa Rica Anyone visiting Tamarindo, Playa Coco, Nosara, Santa Teresa, or any other of the beautiful beaches in Guanacaste is off to a good start. Does that mean nobody has ever been injured while surfing or pickpocketed here? Of course not. Just because its Paradise doesn’t mean it defies all laws of nature and humanity. Unfortunately in this life, there is no way to eliminate all risk. That’s not what we’re talking about here. If you are coming to Costa Rica, you’re up for a little adventure! There’s a certain amount of risk associated with every life activity: every time you get in a car or an airplane anywhere in the world, walk down any street, eat at any restaurant, or go to any beach. What most people want to know is: Is this experience of going to Surf Camp in Costa Rica going to be more risky than the level I am comfortable with in my everyday life? And though it may be different than what you are used to, if you look at the numbers, driving on any highway is more risky for your safety than traveling to Central America. Costa Rica has long been known as the safest country in Central America. There is no army, a thriving tourism industry, and a long history of staying out of the conflicts that have impacted other countries in Central and South America. Costa Rica has the highest standard of living in the region, and an Ex-Pat community of over 50,000. With laws that make it reasonable to move and do business here, good schools both public and private, generally low crime rate, and the welcoming Costa Rican people, this is a great place to live, which keeps it a great place to visit. That being said–crimes... --- > Avellanas Surf Report Nov 12th - Published: 2015-11-12 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-nov-12th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Avellanas DATE: November 12th, 2015 TIME: 2:30pm WAVE SIZE: Chest to Head High. WIND CONDITIONS: Soft offshore breeze all afternoon. SURF DETAILS: Nice barrels at the river mouth and open lefts and rights at Palo seco. In front of Lola's was another good option for surfing great waves all afternoon. Pura vida. (more... ) --- > How To Get Barreled - A Surfing Tutorial - Published: 2015-11-11 - Modified: 2018-10-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-get-barreled-a-surfing-tutorial/ - Categories: Blog, Learn to Surf Tutorials Getting barreled is THE most awesome experience on planet Earth. Encapsulated by a wave, as it spins and pitches, finding safety amidst a wave big enough, and dredging enough, to break upon itself with might. A wave that will definitely wipe you out should you make one false move. And the view! The most amazing blues and greens, and sandy browns, everything moving at once yet everything standing still. Mesmerized by the light at the end of the tunnel, the sound, the feeling. Time stands still in this transcendental state. I don’t want to get all spiritual on you, but getting barreled is completely awe inspiring! Only a surfer knows the feeling. And since you’re reading this far, it’s because either #1 you know what I’m talking about from first-hand experience or #2 you’re ready to start getting shacked. Read on! This article was written to educate you with everything you need to know so you can start pulling into barrels and join this exclusive club. Choose the Right Surfboard for Getting Tubed Here’s a little secret for all of the longboarders out there: it’s much easier to get barreled on a shortboard. While you can get barreled on a longboard, finding barrels on a longboard is generally more challenging, and riding a longboard in the tube is often difficult to control. A shortboard requires less physical space and fits easier within the small confines of a barrel. It is easier to adjust direction and speed on a shortboard. These responsive characteristics are very important when negotiating a barreling wave. You don’t need to ride a standard shortboard thruster to get barreled. Fish tails or similar style boards with wider templates are not as ideal, but these boards are responsive enough to handle head-high to overhead barreling conditions. The bigger the surfboard, the harder it is to make adjustments while traveling in the barrel, and a bigger surfboard can be more hazardous causing injury when wiping out inside the tube. Surfboards with 3 or 4 fins are generally the best fin setups for getting barreled. Single fin surfboards are the least desirable for getting shacked, while twin fin setups may or may not work depending on fin location. For any surfboard, the closer the fins are located to the rails of the surfboard, the better this surfboard will perform in steep, barreling waves. Find That Perfect Line The hardest... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 11th - Published: 2015-11-11 - Modified: 2015-11-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov-11th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: November 11th, 2015 TIME: 12md-1:30pm WAVE SIZE: Waist to Head High. WIND CONDITIONS: Soft Offshore wind until 3pm change to onshore. SURF DETAILS: Nice day for surfing a nice right in the river mouth. In front of the parking lot, going left was a good option. Close to high tide, waves were getting better with long rides. The day was a little rainy and cloudy. (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Nov09th - Published: 2015-11-09 - Modified: 2015-11-09 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov09th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: November 09th, 2015 TIME: 11am-1pm WAVE SIZE: Chest to head high. WIND CONDITIONS: Soft onshore until 2pm, then, more strong onshore. SURF DETAILS: Today the conditions were a little smaller than last week. Some decent wave in front to the camp and the left was the best option and the river mouth the right was another choice to surf today in Tamarindo. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Playa Grande Surf Report Nov 06th - Published: 2015-11-06 - Modified: 2015-11-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-nov-06th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Grande. DATE: November 06th, 2015 TIME: 8am WAVE SIZE:Shoulder to head high. WIND CONDITIONS: Soft Offshore wind until 12md SURF DETAILS: Great day at las Palmeras (Playa Grande) with nice and clean waves. Open left and right to have a great surf session and make the day. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 05th - Published: 2015-11-05 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov-05th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Tamarindo DATE: November 05th,2015 TIME: 6:30am-8am WAVE SIZE: Shoulder to Head high. WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore wind until 11:30am. SURF DETAILS: Really fun day to surf at Tamarindo with all the spot (River Mouth, Front to the camp and Pico Grande) making open ride. Sunny day and nice offshore wind helps to the wave be open and create nice berrals. (more... ) --- > Marbella Surf Report Nov 04th - Published: 2015-11-04 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/marbella-surf-report-nov-04th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Marbella DATE: November 04th, 2015 TIME: 7:30am WAVE SIZE: Head to Overhead. WIND CONDITIONS: Morning early wind offshore. Changed to onshore around 11am. SURF DETAILS: Marbella was the perfect spot to surf today. Open waves everywhere, left and right sides, barrels. The magic place to be to have a great surf session. The wind was perfect until it changed and make it choppy . Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 03rd - Published: 2015-11-03 - Modified: 2015-11-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov-03rd/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: November 03rd, 2015 TIME: 6am-8am WAVE SIZE: Morning with some shoulder to head high size waves at Tamarindo. WIND CONDITIONS: Soft wind in the morning until 10am and than change to onshore. SURF DETAILS: With soft offshore wind the morning start very nice in Tamarindo and a lot local enjoy the surf session at the river mouth, the was was open and clean, the right was again the best choice to surf. At front of the camp the left wake up a little bit making a fun wave for the students to have a great morning session. (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Nov 02nd - Published: 2015-11-02 - Modified: 2015-11-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-nov-02nd/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: November, 2015. TIME: 6am WAVE SIZE:This morming condition was super fun with shoulder and overhead sizes waves in all the surf spots. WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore wind in morning until 10am because wind change to onshore. SURF DETAILS: The river mouth was one of the good spots to surf because the right was on fire making really good barrels and the left was another option to surf, at front to the camp the left was the greats to surf but the corrient was super strong today to make you paddle a little bit more today. Hide Tide 6:50am Low Tide 12:32pm --- > Ostional and Avellanas Surf Report Oct 29th - Published: 2015-10-29 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ostional-and-avellanas-surf-report-oct-29th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Ostional and Avellanas DATE: October 29th, 2015. TIME: 6am and 2pm WAVE SIZE:Ostional make great waves early morning with some head to overhead sizes, fun drops on right sides with soft offshore wind and the left sometime was another good option. Avellanas at the afternoon the conditions wasn't like Ostional but still super fun with open waves (left and Rights), shouder to head sizes and going up a little bit. WIND CONDITIONS: Offshore wind at morning but change in the afternoon to onshore SURF DETAILS: Surf at south of Tamarindo is a little bit bigger and make good size waves, Mornings are better because the wind still nice than afternoon but afternoon is not to bad to go in the water and have a fun session on the water. Pura Vida (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 28th - Published: 2015-10-28 - Modified: 2015-10-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-oct-28th/ - Categories: Surf Report LOCATION: Playa Tamarindo DATE: October 28, 2015 TIME: 3pm WAVE SIZE: waves were shoulder to head high, possibly a little bigger. Wind was onshore but the surf was still fun with many open waves and peaks up and down the beach. WIND CONDITIONS: onshore winds, but not too strong. SURF DETAILS: surf has been fun this entire week. Early mornings the dropping tide is causing a strong current, but late morning and afternoon high tide surf sessions are fun. Enjoy. Pura vida! (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 27th - Published: 2015-10-27 - Modified: 2015-10-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-oct-27th/ - Categories: Surf Report gb --- > Witch's Rock Announces All Women Surf Retreats In 2016 - Published: 2015-10-21 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-announces-all-women-surf-retreats-in-2016/ - Categories: Blog Witch's Rock Announces All Women Surf Retreats In 2016 Let's face it. It can be difficult for women to travel alone, or even with friends. Our new All Women Surf Retreats are safe and easy. We take care of EVERYTHING including: Accommodations at the Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Surfing instruction by Andrea Diaz, Costa Rica National Surfing Champion Private chef with two healthy, fresh and local meals prepared daily Surfing seminars, daily activities, photos, welcome bag with gear, massage, airport transportation and more Surf Retreat dates are limited. Visit our website for all of the details. Guys, This Message Is For You Too! No, we are not going to let you volunteer to chaperon the retreat. Nice try. If you are reading this newsletter, you probably love to surf. This is not only the best holiday gift for your wife or girlfriend, but it is a chance for you to give her the opportunity to learn about your first love: surfing. How great would it be if she could join you in the lineup with confidence? Is This Program Right For Me? Our All Women Surf Retreats are for women and girls who want to learn to surf surrounded by other women who value travel, adventure, a healthy lifestyle, pursuing goals, living in the moment, and making lifelong connections while taking the time and initiative to overcome fears and gain a new skill. You will learn to surf, we guarantee it. Contact us now and we will make your surf trip a reality. We really look forward to seeing you here in Tamarindo. --- > Guest Video! A Week of Surf, Sand, and Adventure at WRSC. - Published: 2015-10-16 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guest-video-a-week-of-surf-sand-and-adventure-at-wrsc/ - Categories: Blog Versatility is the key to any good vacation. With the breathtaking natural beauty that Costa Rica has to offer, it would be a shame to miss out on the alternative activities in the area. These guests did it right; surfing in the mornings, and adventure in the afternoon. Check out the video below to get a sample of what your next week in paradise could look like. Pura Vida! https://youtu. be/IE0vcGNlDk8 While you're here, just talk to the chicas in reception and they can set you up with any of the exotic day tours in the area including: Zipline Tours Horseback Riding Volcano Trips & Adventure Days at Rincon de la Vieja Scuba Diving Sunset Snorkel Sail ATV Tours Estuary/River Cruise Sports Fishing Turtle Nesting Tours(available October 20th to February 15th) Yoga and Pilates Mountain Bike Tours In Room Massage Half Day Spas Catamaran Sunset Cruise Get started now! Contact us at 1-888-318-7873 --- > Playa Grande Surf Report Oct 15 - Published: 2015-10-15 - Modified: 2015-10-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-oct-15/ - Categories: Surf Report (more... ) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report Oct 13th - Published: 2015-10-13 - Modified: 2015-10-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-oct-13th/ - Categories: Surf Report (more... ) --- > "I loved everything about it!" - Published: 2015-10-13 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/i-loved-everything-about-it/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews We had an incredible time at Witch's Rock ! Loved everything about it. In fact, our whole group of 8 loved it. The instructors were awesome. We had Ariel most of the time and he was great. We will definitely be back! Thanks for everything Pura Vida ! Sean Oct 13, 2015 --- > Introducing our new sister, the Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel! - Published: 2015-09-25 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrscs-official-secondary-location-el-pueblo-dorado/ - Categories: Blog If you've been in contact with us over the past couple of months, you've probably heard some of the chatter... Well here it is, to put the rumors to rest: Witch's Rock is finally announcing the grand opening of our new sister hotel property, the Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel! Located only a 3 minute walk from Witch's Rock Surf Camp, the Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel offers guests affordable rooms, air conditioning, free wifi, cable tv, a swimming pool, and breakfast daily at Joe's Surf Diner. Enjoy immediate access to the Tamarindo estuary, only a jungle trail away... Since the Pueblo Dorado is now owned and operated by Witch's Rock, you can expect the same Pura Vida attitude and laid back atmosphere as always. Give the Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel a like on Facebook Let’s take a quick tour And here's some more great news: You still have time to book a surf trip for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Years (but hurry up)! Contact us now to inquire about your next surfing vacation to Witch's Rock Surf Camp and the Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel. RATES Hotel Rates - Standard Rooms September 1 - October 31, 2015 $55/night + tax November 1, 2015 - April 30, 2016 $85/night + tax May 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016 $75/night + tax Christmas week / New Years week / Easter weekend $105/night + tax Rates reflect single/double occupancy. For additional guests in the same room, cost is $15/person/night + tax. Guests booking 2 connecting hotel rooms will receive a 10% discount. Kids under 5 years old stay for free. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Presidential Suite Rates September 1 - October 31, 2015 $125/night + tax November 1, 2015 - April 30, 2016 $225/night + tax May 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016 $175/night + tax Christmas week / New Years week / Easter weekend $275/night + tax --- > Reflecting on how everything from the week came together, discover valuable lessons learned in surfing and paddling. - Published: 2015-06-14 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-camp-week-improve-surfing/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews Oh, what a trip! I have been surfing since I was 15 (1975) with a 20 year hiatus to raise the family. Got back to it about 10 years ago. Never have had a lesson - only learned by watching + trial / error. However, I learned more on this trip in one week that I have in all the years. Just happened to be in the pool for the “paddling” class. Who me? I don’t need no stinking’ paddling class... Had I not been there, probably would not have attended. And WOW, picked up 2 tips and had some other stuff clarified. Really made a difference. Then in the water with Flash; some of the other folks were in more need of immediate help to catch waves. I hung around the edge and did my thing - having a blast. A couple of tips here and there from Flash and my rides are longer, wave reading and overall understanding of wave riding is much improved. Then on Friday, we were in some mushy beach break at Avellenas. I kept looking down the beach at a break about 1/4 mile away. I asked Flash what it was - “reef break; little Hawaii” was the reply. Can we go? Sure he said. The rest of the group was whipped from the previous day and retreated to the boat. I started paddling up the coast. 15 minutes later I was sitting in clean, big right handers with 2 surfers, 1 SUP guy and a woman in full boogie board mode. Then Flash and another buddy from the group jumped in and we Nailed the our best 10 waves of the week! Flash gave me the vote of confidence and everything from the week came together to hyper jump my surfing to a level I did not know I had. Truly a fresh new experience. Flash has a gift for knowing when to advise and when to lay back. Friendly, and well trained it was a treat to have such a competent leader. I am already trying to find the next window to come down. This time confidently in the advanced group. Pura Vida! ! ! Payton Brown June 13, 2015 --- > I would like to thank the on-site staff for their excellent service and support during my unforgettable trip to Costa Rica. - Published: 2015-06-13 - Modified: 2025-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/i-would-like-to-thank-the-on-site-staff-for-all-of-their-help-great-food-and-warm-service/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews Thanks for having me. The trip was my first to Costa Rica and I must say it was Awesome. The camp was ideal, room was good but the staff is what really made the trip perfect. I would like the thank all the on-site staff for all their help, great food and warm service. I have to thank our drivers and boat captains. The biggest thanks has to go to my surf coach Flash. He was always involved with the group either coaching everyone or telling us stories about Costa Rica. I didn't talk to many of the other coaches but I feel Flash was the best for me. Thanks Witch's Rock, can't wait to come back, Rick June 13, 2015 --- > I have been surfing for years and finally improved my skills with expert guidance at WRSC. Read my incredible journey! - Published: 2015-04-27 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfing-years-figure-out-why-no-improve/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews I had the time of my life at WRSC. Thank you for everything. The staff is amazing. They were so welcoming and willing to help me with my Spanish. I have nothing but great things to say about my surf instructor, Juan Carlos. He had me fix just a couple of things in my surfing technique and it made a world of difference. I also learned a lot about reading waves and wave selection from him (I like to call him the 'wave whisperer', lol). I've been surfing for years and could never figure out why I wasn't improving until he had me fix my pop up. I had no issues at all, my entire visit was a dream. I will be back, for sure, just trying to figure out whether to come during the fall or in January. Next time I would like to stay for an extended visit! Thank you again for everything. Hasta Pronto, Jennifer :) April 27, 2015 --- > Here's What's Happening at Witch's Rock ~ March Newsletter~ - Published: 2015-03-31 - Modified: 2025-02-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/heres-whats-happening-at-witchs-rock-march-newsletter/ - Categories: Blog Ya viene las olas! (Here come the waves) Yes, in Costa Rica, there are always waves coming... But this weekend (Starting Friday),our Pacific Coast is expected to get its first FULL serving of South West Swell. The initial energy originated with a Category-5 Cyclone spinning off the coast of New Zealand last week. Since then, the storm has undergone a subtropical transformation and flared up into the biggest #purpleblob of the year! Or, enjoy the view from your cozy living room couch with our Tamarindo Live Surf Cam. Isaac is back! After dealing with a lower-back injury and having to withstand 4 surf-less months, WRSC professional team rider, Isaac Vega will be returning to competition! As of now, he is scheduled to compete in the local Guanacaste Circuit and the Costa Rican National Circuit. When asked how he felt about returning to competition, Vega said, “Me sentía muy ansioso de estar en las competencias! Ahora estoy tomando ritmo para subir mi nivel. (I’ve felt anxious to return to competition! Right now, I’m getting in the rhythm to raise my level. )” Vecinos nuevos (New Neighbors) Now that mango season is in full swing, Witch’s Rock has got some new neighbors! These furry fellows have been feasting on our directly adjacent Mango tree for the past month, and will continue to do so until the tree is bare. But who can blame them? If I could climb like that I’d be on the 100% mango diet as well Que lindos los Monos. Robert August Surf & Turf Attention Surfers, Golf Fanatics, Community Members, and Robert August Friends, the official dates for the 2015 Robert August Surf & Turf have been determined as April 17- April 19th. The entry is $210 per 4 man team and includes 18-hole golf fee, golf cart, golf lunch, and surf inscription with breakfast at Lola’s, Avellanas. And guess what! Robert will be here in Tamarindo on an extended stay from April 3rd until the closure of the event. Come meet the legend yourself! Schedule and more info at facebook. com/RobertAugustEventPura Vida! Joe Walsh & the team at Witch’s Rock Surf CampToll free: 888-318-7873(SURF) --- > Get Stoked! ~South Swell Season has arrived~ - Published: 2015-03-17 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/get-stoked-south-swell-season-has-arrived/ - Categories: Blog Don’t get me wrong, we love those off-season North West Monsters as well, but if you’re a wave-rider that enjoys everyday consistency, slack winds, thinner crowds, and cloud-filled psychedelic sunsets, then get stoked! Because South Swell Season has arrived. Crowd factor = you In a nutshell, the angry winter months of the year produce the biggest waves. Hawaii receives their XXL swell events exclusively during the Northern Hemisphere winter (Nov- Feb) as the Southern Hemisphere receives the majority of their waves during April - September. And with Costa Rica’s ideal geographic location conveniently near the equator, our beaches get a nice taste from both Hemispheres. After 1000's of miles of travel, Tamarindo receives some NW energy (Jan-2015) So here we are today, halfway through March and still enjoying the late-season remnants from the North while the Southern Hemisphere is hiccuping with new life. Persistent strings of moderate-sized combo swells are met with offshore winds and flawless conditions. Some classic sessions for sure! But as storm activity slows down in the North Pacific, the South Pacific is once again gaining momentum and forecasted to spin out some hefty purple blobs that will trickle in by next week... . Current situation in the South Pacific looking goooood. #purpleblobs According to Surfline. com’s official forecast, “we could see a couple pretty solid Southern hemi swells to close out March as the South Pacific is due to really flare up this week. New SSW-South swell (200°-180°) lines up for the 24th-26th, which could be followed up by a tropically influenced SSW swell (220°-200°) over the 26th-31st. ” Basically, it won’t be flat for a while... . And here’s the good news... . If you too want to score some Southern Hemisphere juice, just give us a call! We’ll handle it from there. (Hint. Regular Season Rates start on April 25) Overhead waves right out front! --- > We've Got You Covered! Helpful skincare tips for sun-dried surfers. - Published: 2015-03-12 - Modified: 2015-03-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/weve-got-you-covered-helpful-skincare-tips-for-sun-dried-surfers/ - Categories: Blog Your skin is the largest and most visible organ of the human body. It’s our first line of defense against the outside world and the last part of the body you want to neglect. And as surfers who spend hours each day in the glaring sun on the endless pursuit of “one more wave”, skin protection should never be taken lightly. Perfect waves and a cloudless sky. Costa Rican Summertime. . #reapplication Bottom line, if you are a passionate surfer, you have a higher risk of developing unfavorable skin conditions with substantial time spent under the Sun. So before getting too excited and sprinting into the water at the first sign of swell, take some of these necessary precautions beforehand to prevent the Sun from causing it’s sneaky damage. Apply sunscreen every day, even if it’s cloudy. Because Costa Rica located so close to the equator, this sun’s strength is no joke. At only 10°N. Latitude, Costa Rica receives direct solar energy year-round. Even though you may not be able to feel the heat on an overcast day, the UV rays are still penetrating through the clouds and reaching your skin. Don't get lazy if it's a little hazy Apply 30 min before entering the sun. There are 2 types of sunscreen: Mineral and Chemical. Mineral Sunscreens use Zinc or Titanium dioxide and work by sitting on the outer layer of the skin reflecting the damaging UV Rays. Chemical sunscreens, on the other hand, work by sinking into the skin and providing protection on a deeper level. Generally, most sunscreen companies include both Mineral and Chemical components in their blend. So don’t just slop it on right before paddling out or else you will be losing half the benefits. Our well-prepared Instructors Don't Forget your ears or the top of your hands. Because of their exposed location and the super sensitive skin, your ears are prone to the direct damage of the UV rays. And believe it or not, using a little bit of sunscreen on the top of your hands will prevent them from looking aged as the years pass. Use a quality pair of UV protected Sunglasses. Besides being a cool fashion accessory, good pair of shades will safeguard the overall health of your eyes and the surrounding tissue. Look for a polarized pair with complete UVA and UVB protection for the best protection. Sun exposed eyes... --- > Explore the Witch’s Rock Solo Mission and discover the freedom of travel on your own terms. Plan your perfect getaway. - Published: 2015-03-05 - Modified: 2025-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-solo-mission-discovering-the-benefits-of-traveling-alone/ - Categories: Blog Solo Travelers are some of our biggest fans... From the initial moment of booking a trip, to the final journey back to your doorstep, single travelers seem to always bring home genuinely rewarding experiences, both internally and externally. And no worries, if you have a mild phobia of taking this leap of faith by yourself (you're not the only one) Witch’s Rock is here to alleviate some of the stress on your next solo vacation. Here are just some of the beneficial reasons of why a WRSC solo mission could be one the most rewarding vacations of your life. Plan your own itinerary. Do what you want, when you want. You’re in charge of your own destiny. Forget the 30 min discussion on where to go for dinner; that taco truck will do just fine. Waves looking fun right out front? No deliberation. . just go! Make some new amigos! Without the comfort of the same old friends and repetitive conversation topics, traveling alone will force you to branch out and discover someone’s new energy. Everyone at Witch’s Rock is here for the same reason so finding like minded people shouldn't take longer than your first round at El Vaquero. If you fall, no one will notice. This benefit correlates to more than just your uber Wipeout. All solo voyages will generally result in a few minor errors. And when these situations occurs, you won’t have to deal with everyone in your group pointing finger. Shake it off and forget about it. Some miscalculations are harder to shake off than others. . Gain Confidence. With any vacation, no matter how well planned, you will always hit some unexpected speed-bumps. And by facing these situations head on, you will gain more confidence in yourself and come out feeling stronger, braver, and wiser. If you really get yourself in a bind, don’t forget about the Witch’s Rock family; we are here to help :) Learn something new about yourself. When you are in a brand new place with brand new people, you can completely give up your pre-existing "labels", and project whatever type of energy you want. Usually the shy guy/girl? Use the solo trip to break out of your shell and release undiscovered parts of your personality. And the truth is, single travelers have more fun! You can live spontaneously, choose your own activities, hangout with whomever you want, and... --- > Honeymooners Under the Sun - Guest Blog by Mike & Nancy Robinson - Published: 2015-02-11 - Modified: 2025-02-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/honeymooners-under-the-sun-guest-blog-by-mike-nancy-robinson/ - Categories: Blog Be sure to check out all of Mike's blogs Nancy and I have had one thing in common from the first day we met, and that is we both love to be in the water. So what better way to kick off our lives together as newlyweds than to attend surfing camp! We both like a challenge and love the thrill of speed so now that we will no longer be able to participate in our beloved sport of Autocrossing back in the States, we thought surfing could help to fill that void. From a very strong recommendation by one of Nancy’s colleagues who has surfed for years and has attended a handful of different surfing camps in Central America, he recommended we spend a week at Witches Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica,so we did and had an absolute blast... new thrill hobby found! We made reservations in September of 2014 before leaving on our European excursion so we’d be ready after our short return to the states. The reservation process was a delight with the Witches Rock staff — they were extremely helpful with the many questions we had, and they were very responsive in an impressively timely manner. We booked one of the Penthouse rooms, deciding to splurge a bit since this was also our honeymoon and we’re glad we did because we shared a rooftop deck with the Penthouse next to us so not only was the view spectacular, but we met some nice surf camp attendees. Our room was very clean and completely adequate; kitchenette with fridge, microwave and hot plate, double sink bathroom with large walk in shower which had a clothes line inside so drying out our surfing garb was a snap! The Witches Rock staff had a lovely tropical flower arrangement waiting for us congratulating us on our recent marriage and thanking us for choosing Witches Rock Surf Camp – a very nice touch that was appreciated and not expected, we enjoyed viewing the floral arrangement all week. A very thoughtful gift. We arrived on a Saturday afternoon, flying into Liberia International Airport in Liberia, Costa Rica. After making our way through the beautiful new airport and customs, just as the reservation staff said and confirmed before we left, a driver was waiting outside with a sign. We joined the other surfers and had a pleasant 40 minute ride to... --- > Get ready for Time-lining the Swell, an insightful journey through the excitement and challenges of Tamarindo's big waves. - Published: 2015-02-03 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/time-lining-the-swell-a-look-back-at-tamarindos-most-recent-nw-monster/ - Categories: Blog Once or twice a year, an XXL storm will form in the Northern Hemisphere with the potential to deliver man-sized surf to Tamarindo. And because of our unique orientation, Tamarindo becomes the shining jewel of the coast on these NorthWest swells, turning our normally tame front yard into the best surfing playground in the country . In this blog, we will take a day-by-day look at The Hype, The Rise, The Peak, The Mellowing, and The Hasta Luego of Tamarindo's most recent North-West Monster. January 17 - The Hype The anticipation always starts with a purple blob... . Yellow blobs are alright, and red even better. . But for big-wave surfers, the big purple blob is by far the sexiest. . Especially if it's moving in your direction. 50ft waves in Hawaii? Start up the hype train! https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=BX-55O-T5Io January 27 - The Rise None of the Forecasting Models could agree. With all the models predicting the arrival of the swell on the 25th or 26th, by the time the 27th rolled around, the waiting game had turned into more of a hellish torture. . However, a day late is better than never at all. When the first fore-runners began to show, it was very small with long waits in-between sets. It was something... . but everyone was still waiting to see what was behind it. . The Tamarindo Rivermouth enjoying the first signs of a new swell. Inconsistent bigger sets started filling in through the day... January 28 - The Peak! It was like the wave gods flipped on the switch. . I remember walking up to the beach this morning... and then RUNNING out into the water! The swell had filled in and Tamarindo was producing some of the longest, hollowest, cylindrical barrels of the season. Better to let the photos do the talking. . Just Perfect... Photo by Dave Bigger than it looks. . Another perfect Rivermouth runner. WRSC Instructor Ariel with the best view in TamarindoPhoto - Shaka Media Costa Rican Pro, Anthony Fillingham showed up to put on a clinic. Author, Ryan Waldron, threading the needle on a Tamarindo Drainer. Photo - Guanacaste Surf Photos January 29 / 30- The Mellowing After a full day of tubes, sunburns, rashes, and noodle arms, you might think that surfers would be content, right? Ehh, mas o menos. . Luckily, this swell had some good... --- > Meet Rising Star Braeden Kopec, an 8 year-old surfer from Flagler Beach with a passion for Costa Rica and its waves. - Published: 2015-01-28 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/rising-star-braeden-kopec/ - Categories: Blog Meet Braeden Kopec, 8 year-old super grom and rising star from Flagler Beach, Florida whose favorite place in the world is Costa Rica. On their most recent trip, Braeden and his 2 supporting parents spent their 7th trip here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp enjoying the summertime vibes and playful surf. (Talk about serious WRSC Alumni right? ) In between guest interviews on the Pirate Radio Show, ripping up the waves along the coast, and representing WRSC as a team rider, we caught up with Braeden to learn more about what make this 8 year old tick. Name: Braeden Dune Kopec Instagram: @floridgrommom Age: 8 Homebreak: Flagler Beach Pier, Florida Magic Board & Dimensions: I ride Quiet Flight Surfboards team customs made by my awesome shaper Bruce Ragan. They are 4’-6” but the rest of the dimensions are a secret (laughs) Hobbies: Surf, skate and read Sponsors: Quiet Flight Surfboards, SunBum Sunscreen, XCEL wetsuits, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, Surf Station, DSR:Dive/Surf/Ride, Dream Surf Trip: I would fly to Costa whenever I wanted... like every week! I really like traveling and want to go to as many places as I can. Favorite Music: Billy Idol Pets: my crazy cat Roxy Quote to live by: Have fun surfing, that’s what surfing is really all about. It’s nice to be important, but it’s more important to be nice. *Bonus Video* Check out this little ripper yourself! https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=RpXvGKq4pQQ&feature=youtu. be --- > Graduation Field Trip!----- Jan 9, 2015 (Video) - Published: 2015-01-13 - Modified: 2015-01-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/graduation-field-trip-jan-9-2015/ - Categories: Blog If you've ever enrolled in our Novice or Beginner Surf Program, you know how perfect the rolling waves of Tamarindo are to learn (or re-learn) the basics. So after a productive week of fine-tuning your skills, practicing your pop-up, and improving your wave-reading ability, most Beginning surfers are ready for the challenge of bigger, better quality surf. That's why every Friday, we load up the boards, recruit the instructors, and have an all-day Field Trip to a nearby beach that offers waves with a little more punch. Here's a taste of last week's WRSC Field Trip to Playa Grande. Filmed by our Videographer, Luca Rey https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=SlgYyrn20jw&list=UUzLbk_rK-Ts949-saO-gqMA --- > Join the amazing adventures of Frisco Fletch! Discover his latest journey and creative trip highlights from Witch's Rock. - Published: 2014-10-29 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-amazing-adventures-of-frisco-fletch/ - Categories: Blog A few weeks ago WRSC had the privilege (once again) of hosting the man, the legend, Frisco Fletch! After publishing his first blog, Fletch was kind enough to let his creative energy flow and produced this short clip from his most recent trip highlighting his hunt for the elusive green-room. . If you, too, have a creative project from your stay at Witch's Rock, please don't hesitate to send it over! (if we like it, we could help you out on that elusive bar-tab :) From everyone here at Witch's Rock, muchas gracias Fletch! Pura Vida. Enjoy --- > Tamarindo takes steps forward with new Lifeguard program. - Published: 2014-10-20 - Modified: 2014-10-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-takes-steps-forward-with-new-lifeguard-program/ - Categories: Blog Tamarindo Bay now rests a bit safer. . Two weeks ago began the start of a week-long, Tamarindo lifeguard training program hosted by Captain Luis Hidalgo and the Asociacion Nacional de Guardavidas Costa Rica. This intensive training program readied up over 15 Tamarindo locals with all the lifesaving skills they may need when a fast-acting situation occurs. Early morning warm ups in Tamarindo Bay Here at Witch's Rock, we were lucky to include two of our lead instructors, J. Luis and David Torres, in this week-long program. Each day started with a 4-hour, in-water training coarse followed by a 4-hour, lifesaving theory class. The classes focused on physical training, victim retrieval and resuscitation, and step-by-step guides for first respondents. Now that these two instructors (also fathers) are sufficiently educated with these lifesaving skills, the waters of Tamarindo rest safer with watchful eyes. David going off the top in Tama J. Luis and his student taking flight Dates for the next Tamarindo Lifeguard training are scheduled for Nov 17- Nov 22. With this new round of certification, Witch's Rock is planning to enroll 2 more instructors further securing our beach. We believe that a lifesaving program like this is a powerful step forward for our town and are happy to be a part of keeping Tamarindo's waters safe for everybody. David & J. Luis proud graduates If you or anyone you know would like to be a part of the next Lifeguard certification in Tamarindo, please note the information below. From everyone at Witch's Rock... ... . PURA VIDA! --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - September 13th - Published: 2014-09-13 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-13th/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo --- > Explore a guest reflection on a surf trip to Witch's Rock. Dive into memorable experiences and upcoming adventures. - Published: 2014-09-09 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guest-reflection-surf-trip-witchs-rock/ - Categories: Blog Thank you so much for putting this together, Flech. For your efforts, you will be receiving a FREE spot on your next Witch's Rock boat trip! Pura Vida ~WRSC (Click on photos to zoom in on text) "Hi. I put together this story for a book I made but thought someone at WRSC might like it for a ... some sort of post or another. It's about my trip to the surf spot Witches Rock with you guys last year. I have attached the material... I will be there in two weeks to do it all again! Yay! " Flech --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - August 28, 2014 - Published: 2014-09-01 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-28-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - August 31, 2014 - Published: 2014-09-01 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-31-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Playa Grande Surf Report - August 27, 2014 - Published: 2014-08-27 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-august-27-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - August 26, 2014 - Published: 2014-08-26 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-26-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - August 21, 2014 - Published: 2014-08-24 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-21-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - August 24, 2014 - Published: 2014-08-24 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-24-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - August 19, 2014 - Published: 2014-08-19 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-19-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - August 18, 2014 - Published: 2014-08-18 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-18-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Playa Grande Surf Report - August 17, 2014 - Published: 2014-08-17 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-august-17-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Avellanas Surf Report - August 15, 2014 - Published: 2014-08-15 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-august-15-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - August 14, 2014 - Published: 2014-08-14 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-14-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Playa Grande Surf Report - August 1, 2014 - Published: 2014-08-06 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-august-1-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Playa Avellanas Surf Report - August 6, 2014 - Published: 2014-08-06 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-surf-report-august-6-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Playa Marbella Surf Report - july 30, 2014 - Published: 2014-07-30 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-surf-report-july-30-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Playa Grande Surf Report - july 25, 2014 - Published: 2014-07-29 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-25-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - july 29, 2014 - Published: 2014-07-29 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-29-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - july 9, 2014 - Published: 2014-07-09 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-9-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - july 8, 2014 - Published: 2014-07-08 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-8-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - july 6, 2014 - Published: 2014-07-07 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-6-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - july 7, 2014 - Published: 2014-07-07 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-7-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Playa Grande Surf Report - july 3, 2014 - Published: 2014-07-04 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-may-3-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Playa Grande Surf Report - July 2, 2014 - Published: 2014-07-02 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-2-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Playa Grande Surf Report - July 1, 2014 - Published: 2014-07-01 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-1-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Avellanas Surf Report - June 30, 2014 - Published: 2014-06-30 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-june-30-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - June 28, 2014 - Published: 2014-06-29 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-28-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - June 27, 2014 - Published: 2014-06-28 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-27-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Special Offer: Joe’s Tiki Hut is up for grabs! - Published: 2014-06-27 - Modified: 2025-02-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/special-offer-joes-tiki-hut-is-up-for-grabs/ - Categories: Blog For the first time in WRSC history, we are giving YOU the opportunity to live like the Big Kahuna, Joe Walsh. Located within the camp premises, Joe’s Tiki Hut is is the perfect option for a traveling group or family looking for the best beachfront location to surf in town. Wake up in the morning overlooking the glassy waves of the Tamarindo Estuary, and relax in the evenings laying in Joe’s hammocks on his wrap-around veranda. What a deal! Enjoy all the luxuries of the boss... but without the responsibility. This ultimate surf bungalow comes equipped with: 2 bedrooms (King / 2 queens) 2 full baths, full kitchen, Joe’s hangout space (his office), private wrap-around balcony, maid service, free wifi, A. C, 2 flat screen TV’s, and even an overhanging Mango tree! So if living the life of Joe is something you’re interested in, please contact us ASAP for availability and rates. Pura Vida Yep! There's a comfy living room with a killer view. Full kitchen for all your cooking needs. Two queen beds! AND a full king? Oh yeah! Full bath plus a powder room. Private balcony? Check! --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - June 26, 2014 - Published: 2014-06-26 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-26-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - June 25, 2014 - Published: 2014-06-25 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-25-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - June 24, 2014 - Published: 2014-06-24 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-24-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - June 12, 2014 - Published: 2014-06-12 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-12-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - June 3, 2014 - Published: 2014-06-03 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-3-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Playa Avellanas Surf Report - June 2, 2014 - Published: 2014-06-02 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-surf-report-june-2-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - June 1, 2014 - Published: 2014-06-01 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-june-1-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - may 30, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-30 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-30-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Experience the magic of kids learning to surf in Tamarindo. Read our story and witness the thrill of watching children. - Published: 2014-05-29 - Modified: 2024-11-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/watching-kids-learn-to-surf-in-tamarindo-a-parents-reflection/ - Categories: Blog Written by guest contributor: Liisa Vexler I grew up a skier. We took family ski vacations. My dad learned to ski so we could enjoy the activity as a family. When my husband and I arrived in Tamarindo ten years ago, we enjoyed a beer at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp and watched surfers of all ages ride the endless waves. Shall we try it, we asked ourselves? Of course! We took a lesson. I rode a wave. You’re expecting me to say I was hooked, aren't you? I wasn't. Surfing is hard work at first, and since we were only in this part of the country for 3 days, I wasn't able to take the time to really connect with it. But what I did connect with was the lifestyle. I wanted my yet unborn children to learn to surf. Introducing our kids to surfing I have two boys. They have personalities that are as different as night and day. One is a pleasure seeker. Fun is the name of the game. The other is intense and analytical. He needs a process and an attainable goal or he loses interest. We were deliberate in our efforts to keep the boys constantly exposed to surfing, without any pressure to take part. We introduced them to the sport, but they arrived at their love for it in very different ways. The kids’ personalities guided their approach to learning to surf. Here’s how it happened: As soon as they could swim, they took a lesson. They were ages 4 and 6 at the time of their first rides. We left it at a couple of lessons. You’ll remember that we are not surfers and thus we were paying someone else to work with them. If they didn't love it, we weren't paying. We left it for a while. Eighteen months later, they are now 6 and 8. They are strong swimmers who spend hours in the water fearlessly boogie boarding on anything Tamarindo Beach will throw at them. They can paddle well on the boogie board, duck dive under the waves, imitating the motion they see from the nearby surfers. And their friends surf. Suddenly surfing is where it’s at. We hire a babysitter who is also a surf instructor. The kids want more... a couple of sessions a week is not enough. The younger one, the pleasure seeker, likes the social... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - may 29, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-29 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-29-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - may 28, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-28 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-28-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - may 27, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-27 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-27-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - may 26, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-26 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-26-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Help Wanted- Skilled Videographer and Editor - Published: 2014-05-25 - Modified: 2014-05-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/help-wanted-skilled-videographer-and-editor/ - Categories: Blog, Careers and Jobs Help Wanted- Skilled Videographer and Editor Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Playa Tamarindo has an immediate opening for an experienced videographer and editor. The successful applicant will be trained upon arrival and is expected to be competent in all required tasks. The role comes with a competitive salary along with the opportunity to join a large fun team on the beach in one of Costa Rica’s most successful surf camps. Spanish and English are required. This role is only open to those who are able to meet the legal requirements for working in Costa Rica. Please send your resume along with salary requirements to happy. rice78@gmail. com Requirements Must be punctual and on-time for surf lessons/tours Must be able to work fast (quick turnarounds for video analysis) Must be able to work a changing schedule based around the tides Must be highly organized and able to store video for retrieval at a later date Must have prior experience shooting video and editing on Mac platform using iMovie Ability to successfully market photos and videos to clients. Position Responsibilities Record video everyday for video analysis. Edit and add music to videos for video analysis. Market photos and videos for purchase Add videos to portable disc for purchase. --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - may 25, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-25 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-25-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Playa Grande Surf Report - may 23, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-23 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-may-23-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - may 22, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-22 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-22-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Playa Grande Surf Report - may 21, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-21 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-may-21-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - may 20, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-20 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-20-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Avellanas Surf Report - May 9, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-09 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-may-9-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - May 8, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-08 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-8-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - may 7, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-07 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-7-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - may 6, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-06 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-6-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - may 5, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-05 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-5-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - may 4, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-04 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-4-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - may 2, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-02 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-2-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - May 1, 2014 - Published: 2014-05-01 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-31-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Learn about the distinctive Costa Rican climate: only two seasons, wet and dry. Discover the magic of the rainy season. - Published: 2014-05-01 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-rainy-season-expectations/ - Categories: Blog I saw rain the other day for the first time in almost 5 months. I was surfing out front in Tamarindo, and as the first drop fell from the sky, everyone in the water started cheering and hooting like they had reunited with an old friend. The downpour only lasted for about 5 minutes, but it was just enough to signal the official transitioning of the seasons. The Costa Rican climate operates a bit differently than most other parts of the world. While North America experience 4 seasons of dynamic temperature changes and foliage, Costa Rica only experiences 2: wet season and dry season. When the dry season begins in Mid-November, the world flocks to Costa Rica for cloudless days and nights with temperatures soaring close to 37°C (that’s close to 100° F for all the Gringo readers). The days are very hot and dry, but nevertheless pleasant with practically a 0% chance of precipitation. The only hope for a cool down is an afternoon onshore breeze, ruining the surf, but making on-land activity a little more bearable. The dry season continues all the way until mid-April. By then, clouds are re-emerging into the sky little-by-little hinting at the first chance of precipitation. The days are cooler and being outside doesn’t feel like a sauna anymore. The trees and surrounding vegetation soak up the moisture of the first few rains and return to their lush green state. Not to mention the consistent south swells, glassy conditions, breath-taking sunsets, and light winds along the coast. So what can you expect during your stay for this year’s “Wet Season? ” Checking the weather forecast won’t serve you very well because most Costa Rica weather forecasts are based out of San Jose (which might as well be another planet). The map below shows the average yearly rainfall in inches and when it occurs for our area. The truth is, Guanacaste, (especially our area to the north) doesn’t experience the rainy season like most other areas in the country. Daily, you can expect sunny skies in the morning with a refreshing afternoon shower to cool things down before a glassy sunset session to cap off your day. For anyone looking for a mellow, relaxing, rejuvenating vacation, now is the perfect time. . So be sure to check out our regular season rates to start planning your green season get-a-way. Hope to see you... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - April 30, 2014 - Published: 2014-04-30 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-30-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Help Wanted- Experienced Sushi Chef - Published: 2014-04-24 - Modified: 2014-04-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/help-wanted-experienced-sushi-chef/ - Categories: Blog, Careers and Jobs, Restaurant & Bar Experienced Sushi Chef The Rainbow Roll Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Playa Tamarindo has an immediate opening for an experienced sushi chef. Applicants must have at least 2 - 3 years prior experience in a busy sushi restaurant and be familiar with all aspects of technique and the ingredients used in the creation of fine sushi. The successful applicant will be trained in how to prepare the items on our existing sushi menu and will be expected to be competent in the creation of new menu items. The role comes with a competitive salary along with a bonus and the opportunity to join a large fun team on the beach in one of Tamarindo's busiest restaurants. Spanish is necessary and English is an advantage although not essential. This role is only open to those who are residents of Costa Rica and can legally work in the country under employment law. Please send your resume along with salary requirements to james@witchsrock. com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Witch's Rock Surf Camp en Playa Tamarindo tiene una posición vacante para un chef de sushi con experiencia. Interesados en el puesto deben tener 2-3 años de experiencia en algún restaurante de sushi competitivo y estar familiarizado con todos los aspectos relacionados con la técnica y los ingredientes usados en la producción de sushi de alta calidad. El rol de trabajo incluye un salario competitivo con un incentivo adicional y la oportunidad de unirse a uno de los equipos de trabajo mas grande y divertido, en uno de los restaurantes mas ocupados de Playa Tamarindo. El idioma español es necesario y el ingles opcional, no obligatorio. Ademas, se requiere que la vacante sea ocupada por una persona que sea residente de Costa Rica y pueda trabajar legalmente bajo las leyes de trabajo del pais. Para solicitar el trabajo favor enviar su curriculum vitae con su aspiracion de salario al correo: james@witchsrock. com Full Sushi Boat --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - April 13, 2014 - Published: 2014-04-13 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-13-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - April 12, 2014 / Circuito Nacional Guanacasteco - Published: 2014-04-12 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-12-2014-circuito-nacional-guanacasteco/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - April 11, 2014 - Published: 2014-04-11 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-11-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - April 10, 2014 - Published: 2014-04-10 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-10-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - April 9, 2014 - Published: 2014-04-09 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-9-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Join us for the Circuito Guanacasteco de Surf Returns to Tamarindo. Enjoy thrilling surfing competitions this weekend! - Published: 2014-04-08 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-circuit-guanacasteco-tamarindo/ - Categories: Blog This weekend, April 12 and 13, the Circuito Guanacasteco de Surf will host their 5th event at the Tamarindo Estuary presented by Aqua and That’s Amore. Categories are available to men and women of all ages and the competition will showcase some of Guanacaste’s top surfers in the area. Since this upcoming event is basically held in our own front yard, we at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp couldn’t resist but to be a bigger part of the action. Unlike all previous stops in the circuit, this event will feature a 30-45 min Witch’s Rock Air Show where top aerialist will boost their best air for a 1st place cash prize! There are 12 spots available for this heat which promises to be a highlight of the event. And with a fun-sized south swell expected to fill in over the weekend, we could be in for a high-flying spectacle. As usual, Witch’s will be sponsoring our star-instructor, Isaac Vega, who is currently sitting at number 2 in the overall circuit rankings. With a strong finish in this event, Isaac could be looking to defend his top position going into the final contest at Playa Negra in a few weeks. We wish him all the luck and can’t wait to watch his incredible surfing. Our Tamarindo community pulses around the surfing culture, and with a premier contest located right in the heart of town, we can expect an absolutely killer event (and Airshow! ). So if you are in the Guanacaste area and would like to be a part of the action, sign up is this Thursday from 5-7 pm at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp or come out Saturday & Sunday to spectate. Pura Vida! --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - April 8, 2014 - Published: 2014-04-08 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-8-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - April 6, 2014 - Published: 2014-04-06 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-6-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - April 5, 2014 - Published: 2014-04-05 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-5-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Explore the world of craft beer with us! Share our love of beer at the 3rd annual Craft Beer Festival this Saturday. - Published: 2014-04-04 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/craft-beer-festival-san-jose/ - Categories: Blog This Saturday, April 5th, Costa Rica will explore the vast world of beer at the 3rd annual Craft Beer Festival at Avenida Escazu . With brewers traveling from all over the country to participate in the event, we at Volcano Brewing Company in Tamarindo couldn't miss out on the opportunity to share our unique blends. The festival will feature more than 32 craft beers developed with style and imagination available for attendees to sample and enjoy. This event is a unique opportunity for attendees to taste the craft beers of Costa Rica and meet the brewers who are putting Costa Rica on the map. So what is craft beer exactly? Luis Arce, president of the Costa Rican Craft Brewers Association, explains that craft beer “is a beer produced on a small scale that uses 100% all-natural ingredients, with a focus on intense aromas and flavors to give a gourmet experience to the palate... ” Sounds like one of our nutty Gato Malo Dark Ales or our crisp, Witch’s Rock Pale Ale. So if you are in the country and are looking for a mouth-watering experience this weekend, come out and visit the VBC party in the San Jose area. Pura Birra I mean Vida :-) Please see: www. FestivalCervezaArtesanal. com for tickets. --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - April 4, 2014 - Published: 2014-04-04 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-4-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - April 1, 2014 - Published: 2014-04-03 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-1-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - April 3, 2014 - Published: 2014-04-03 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-3-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - April 2, 2014 - Published: 2014-04-02 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-april-2-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Looking for things to do in Tamarindo when you're taking a break from surfing? From beach massages to full-day volcano adventures. - Published: 2014-03-26 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-to-do-in-tamarindo-costa-rica-tours-activities/ - Categories: Blog, Editor's Picks Many of you are left with the question “What can I do when I’m not surfing”? Our immediate answer would be to go back out and practice surfing some more, but that’s our job! We eat, sleep & drink surf here. Don’t always listen to us though, because you would miss out on so many different sights & activities around Tamarindo. Whether you are looking to get a beach massage, go on a full day adventure to the volcano, or go deep sea fishing, our staff at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp can hook up anything your little surfer heart and adventurous soul desires. Most of these activities may be reserved the day before or even the same day! All Day Adventure at the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano Wake up, breath in the salty ocean air, and settle into our restaurant for a big hearty breakfast. Transportation for the adventure day departs from the camp at 7:00am. Off you go to the Rincon de La Vieja Volcano! Once you arrive you will be suited up to go ziplining, river tubing, and horseback riding. All of this adventure will definitely work up an appetite, so take a break and savor an amazing typical Costa Rican meal. After lunch, enjoy hot springs and volcanic mud baths. What a way to relax! ATV & Ziplining Tours Costa Rica is known for their popular ziplining adventures, why not throw a little more adventure & adrenaline into it and get there by ATV’s? ! This tour is approximately a half day tour, you can choose to go in the morning or afternoon. Make sure you check what your surf schedule is the next day and schedule around it. Our company will pick up at the surf camp and drive you over to the little beach village of Brasalito. The tour begins on the ATV’s, riding on the white sand of the coast, and then up into the mountains where your zipline tour begins! Soar above the tree tops, and enjoy the beautiful scenery, wildlife, and adrenaline of the entire adventure. Catamaran Sailing Tour Sail away on a 66ft catamaran! Enjoy the wind in your hair, the dolphins jumping alongside the boat, snorkeling in a remote bay, and enjoying the most spectacular sunsets on earth. This tour departs Tamarindo Beach at 1:30pm, where you will head to a very remote bay north of Tamarindo. Along... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - March 25, 2014 - Published: 2014-03-26 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-25-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - March 26, 2014 - Published: 2014-03-26 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-26-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - March 20, 2014 - Published: 2014-03-20 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-20-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - March 19, 2014 - Published: 2014-03-19 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-19-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view all of the photos from this session... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - March 14, 2014 - Published: 2014-03-14 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-14-2014/ - Categories: Surf Report Click here to view the entire photo session from this day... --- > Discover The New El Vaquero Beachfront Brewpub in Tamarindo, featuring a delicious menu and scenic ocean views. - Published: 2014-03-12 - Modified: 2025-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-new-el-vaquero-beachfront-brewpub-in-tamarindo/ - Categories: Blog, El Vaquero, Restaurant & Bar, Tamarindo News ... . . Over the past few months, the El Vaquero bar (Witch's Rock's local watering hole) has undergone some mega transformations to the menu, setting, and event schedule alike. The new El Vaquero Beachfront Brewpub now has it's own menu featuring cuisine such as pulled pork sandwiches, savory jalapeño poppers, cowboy steaks, BBQ ribs, and gourmet burgers to name a few. Don’t worry, our famous nachos will still be available upon request. We have recently added extensive open-air seating with scenic views, making El Vaquero the perfect destination for groups of all sizes. With the addition of our new 6-tap kegerator, guests can enjoy plenty of our craft beers from Volcano Brewing Company located right next door! The newly remodeled El Vaquero Beachfront Brewpub might just be the best place to relax in Playa Tamarindo. So take out the family or friends, have an ice-cold micro beer, and enjoy an amazing meal in our beach front restaurant. Check out the El Vaquero schedule below and join us in Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica! Day: Wednesday Time: 4pm - Sunset Cornhole Tournament. Come out and play this favorite backyard game on our WRSC custom cornhole boards. Entry is $5 for a chance to win a $50 tab to either one of our fine restaurants. All ages welcome! Day: Saturday Time: 5pm - 8pm Rock out with local band Glasseye, enjoy the sunset, and relax with the family next to our beach bonfire to kick off your Saturday night. Glasseye plays a healthy mix of reggae covers and original songs to keep the party going. Definitely a weekly Vaquero highlight. Day: Sunday Time: 5 p. m - 7pm Wind down your weekend with easy listening by the Hot Mangos. This local duo features 2 of the most talented musicians in the area playing classic favorites with a funky twist. The perfect way to end the week. El Vaquero is located on the beach at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. There is plenty of parking available on the street and we border the public beach parking lot. Please contact us for large group reservations, private parties, and events. --- > Discover how Witch's Rock Surf Camp transformed one woman's life through the power of surfing. Read her inspiring story now! - Published: 2014-03-03 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-camp-changed-my-life/ - Categories: Blog, Guest Blog, Surf Camp Surfing... and Witch’s Rock Surf Camp literally changed my life! I learned to surf 8 years ago in Maui. I was a NY fashion girl straight out of my MBA program when my friend and I booked a trip to Hawaii to learn to surf. After my first wave, I was hooked. Surfing became an immediate obsession. I had just graduated, was looking for a job, and was in the death-throes of a 11 year relationship. What I loved about surfing was that I had to be in the present moment. I couldn’t worry about anything other than catching my next wave. I couldn’t sit there and ruminate... I was surfing! I had an amazing time in Maui, but then I returned to NYC to a long, flat, rainy summer. By August, I still hadn’t scored any waves in New York, so I Googled “surf camp” and found Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo. I booked my ticket and had the best time of my life! On my first day, I had a beginner surf lesson out front in the mellow Tamarindo surf. My instructor was so impressed with my surfing ability that he upgraded me to the intermediate tours for the rest of the trip. What a great program! I was totally surfed out every day, surfing 4 or more hours at local breaks all within a short drive or boat trip. I went back to NYC and immediately booked another trip for the following October with my best buds. Another terrific time and great surf! I went home and, once again, booked my third trip to WRSC. Another stellar trip! Basically I was in Tamarindo surfing every chance I got! Meanwhile, in the rest of my life, I worked in high fashion. I worked really long days in fabulous clothes and killer heels, but I was always dreaming of ditching it all for a pair of flip flops, a collection of bikinis, and a surfboard. After 2 ½ years and about 17 trips to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, I finally made the move to Tamarindo, Costa Rica. I ditched my job at Chanel, sold a bunch of my clothes and bags, and moved down! Now that I’m here, I surf every day for hours in paradise. However, in the beginning, I got really frustrated with how flimsy most of the bikinis were. This inspired me to design... --- > Ciruito Guanacasteco de Surf: Heading to the Copa Tiki Hut at Playa Marbella - Published: 2014-02-07 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/circuito-guanacasteco-de-surf-playa-marbella/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp, Tamarindo News ... This weekend, February 8th and 9th, is the 3rd event of the Circuito Guanacasteco de Surf which is being held along the beautiful black-sand beach of Playa Marbella. The event features divisions for any surfer willing to compete and is sponsored by some of the biggest names in Tamarindo (Witch's Rock Surf Camp being one of them). As competitors anxiously await, a new South swell is currently filling into the region and should dish out fun, contestable surf all weekend. Representing Witch's Rock Surf Camp in the event is Virginia Beach's Ryan Waldron. Ryan recently moved down to Tamarindo in October to follow the sun and surf while offering a helping hand as one of the staff members at WRSC. A former competitor in the United States, Ryan is excited to compete in his first event in Costa Rica. "Usually the contests on the East Coast are held in pretty poor, sloppy conditions. " Ryan says. "It's basically a paddle battle for the few ridable waves that come through during the time limit. I'm super stoked to surf the contest tomorrow because Marbella is known to produce world class waves, even when the swell is mediocre. Having fun waves for a contest makes everything run smoother. Everyone gets a chance to perform and the results are less disputable. " The contest begins bright and early tomorrow morning and will run throughout the entire day. The event should be a memorable one with some of the best surfers making the journey up, down, and across the country. Everyone at Witch's Rock is grateful to be a part of this new Guanacaste Circuit and wishes Ryan luck moving forward. --- > Gearing up for the 2014 Robert August Surf -n- Turf... - Published: 2014-01-24 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/gearing-up-for-the-2014-robert-august-surf-n-turf/ - Categories: Blog, Robert August We're getting closer and closer to one of our favorite events of each year. And with this year happening to be the 50th Anniversary of only the most influential surf movie ever made, The Endless Summer, the 2014 Robert August Surf -n- Turf Charity Event is sure to be bigger than ever. Of course, even with all the good times that's had at this event each year, it's always more special knowing it goes to benefit the Cepia association. Check out the schedule~ March 21: Registration, Endless Summer Movie, & 60's Night here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp at 5:00 pm. There will be a Witch's Rock gift bag for our Q& A Endless Summer Movie and also for the best dressed 60's person. March 22: Starting at 8:00 am, there will be a World Class Golf 18 Hole Tournament and a Special Activity, 9 & WINE at Hacienda Pinilla Costa Rica. March 22: At 6:00 pm, a Fashion & Bikini Show sponsored by Azul Profundo Boutique and DJ Matos March 23: At 6:30 am, the surf contest will begin at one of the most high performance venues in Costa Rica, Playa Avellanas. Award’s night will begin at 5:00 pm back here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo A silent auction will also be running each night, with great prizes donated by businesses from all over Guanacaste! Hope to see you there! --- > Representing Tamarindo: Proud to Sponsor Issac Vega in the Reef Classic Latin Pro (Spanish & English) - Published: 2014-01-24 - Modified: 2025-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/representing-tamarindo-reef-classic-pro/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp, Tamarindo News Mañana Isaac Vega se va para Ecuador a representar Costa Rica y Witch’s Rock Surf camp en uno de los torneos más grandes de latino America, el ALAS (Asociación Latinoamericana de surfistas profesionales). Sera la primera fecha del torneo. Gracias a las olas enormes que están quebrando en Hawaii ya se vienen difundiendo en varios lugares del mundo (Ayer ya llegaron en Tamarindo y las olas no paran de entrar en el estero). Viendo el reporte de Surfline pareciera que las derechas de Engabao quebraran entre tres a cuatro metros para el Reef Classic GuayasNo es cualquiera que puede competir en el ALAS, Isaac lleva años de experiencia compitiendo en estos tipos de torneo donde llega un nivel muy alto y profesional. Isaac también ya ha ido a Ecuador con el equipo nacional de Costa Rica. Que es lo que más te motiva para ir? Es la primera fecha del circuito entonces hay que darle con todo. Me encanta la idea de representar a mi país y más que todo a Tamarindo. También por el nivel contra quien se compite, las olas que vamos a surfear, la compañía y más que todo conocer nuevos lugares. Quien es tu competición mas grande? La verdad vienen surfiadores muy buenos de todos los países y la competencia está muy dura pero me siento listo! Como es la ola ahí? La ola es point break, derecha, tubular y un poco rápida. Es una muy buena ola para competencia, para demostrar el nivel que hay en latino américa. Las condiciones en el surfing siempre cambian y por eso uno entrena antes en cualquier condiciones. Te sientes listo? has entrenado? y que haces para entrenar para un torneo asi? Estoy listo, me siento bien con mi plan de entrenamiento, también he trabajado mucho en mi condición física y mental para estrategias. Aparte de WRSC, quien te patrocina? Tengo que poner mucho de mi parte, pero también me patrocina FCS fins y DHD SurfBoards. Llevo 3 tablas 5’9. Quien mas de Costa Rica va a ir? Voy a viajar con un amigo de toda la vida Jason Torres, desde niños competimos juntos en los nacionales e internacionales, Jason tiene muy buen nivel y entre los dos nos apoyamos. Tenemos mucha esperanza en Isaac, él ha estado surfeando muy bien y su nivel está subiendo. Es un honor y orgullo tenerlo representando a WRSC. Vamos Isaac! !... --- > Grande Surf Report - December 20, 2013 - Published: 2013-12-21 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-december-20-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Gr --- > Robert August Surfboard Giveaway: All Bookings between Dec. 1 - Dec. 31 - Published: 2013-12-19 - Modified: 2023-07-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-surfboard-giveaway-2/ - Categories: Blog, Robert August, Surf Camp Here we go again... In case you haven't heard, we've decided to give away another custom, hand-shaped Robert August surfboard this month. Every person who books a Surf Package in the month of december will have their names entered in a drawing to win a surfboard shaped by Mr. Endless Summer. Winning a surfboard like this will make you very, very happy. There are few things in the world of surfing that are as easily recognizable and respected as a classic Robert August surfboard, and once you ride it you'll understand exactly why that is. Just ask Matt Linnevers, winner of of the November drawing. Upon finding out that his name was selected, he sent us this: Yep, winning a new surfboard does indeed make you feel pretty dang good... . The drawing for this surfboard will take place on Tuesday, January 7. Contact us and get your surf packages booked so that your name or names can be entered. We'll be making the announcement the following day, January 8. You can look news of the lucky winner on: Witch’s Rock Surf Camp on our Blog Witch’s Rock Surf Camp on Facebook Witch’s Rock Surf Camp on Twitter Witch’s Rock Surf Camp on Instagram Pura Vida! --- > Witness the excitement as Witch's Rock Surf Camp makes an appearance on The Price is Right. See one lucky contestant win a surf vacation. - Published: 2013-12-17 - Modified: 2025-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-camp-appears-on-the-price-is-right/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp, Tamarindo News In its nearly 57 years of existence, The Price has Right has become known worldwide as one of the top television game shows, with TV Guide ranking it #5 in its list of the 60 greatest game shows ever just this year. For this reason and many more, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is proud once again to have made an appearance on the show Bob Barker built. Our most recent appearance on The Price is Right just aired on December 9. In it, a woman named Colleen offered up the closest guess on the price of a designer accessory set (without going over, of course) for her shot at an all-expenses paid surf vacation here at WRSC in Playa Tamrindo, Costa Rica. Unfortunately Miss Colleen didn’t come away with a victory, unlike the last TPIR contestant with an opportunity to come to Surf Camp. About two years ago, Steven from Huntington Beach came away victorious and won himself a free trip down here to Costa Rica to surf with us. Thanks anyways for giving it a shot Colleen. If you happen to read this, please contact us so we can send you a consolation prize on behalf of all of us here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Pura Vida! --- > Discover how Isaac Vega wins first stop of new Guanacaste Surf Tour, navigating waves with precision and skill. - Published: 2013-11-18 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-instructor-isaac-vega-wins-guanacaste-surf-tour/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News It was a beautiful weekend in Tamarindo to host the first competition of the Circuito Guanacasteco de Surf. Competitors and supporters gathered at Playa Tamarindo's rivermouth early Saturday morning for the upcoming action. Surfers made the best of a weak NE swell and moderate offshore winds in Day 1. Both Witch's Rock Surf Camp sponsored surfers Isaac and Pako advanced in their heats. Day 2, another beautiful day with clear skies at Playa Tamarindo, although the fading swell and inconsistent winds made for a challenging day of competition. Witch's Rock Surfers Isaac and Pako keep a close eye on the waves as they prepare for their final round heats. As the finals and high tide approached on Day 2, there was a meek selection quality waves. The final heats had a strong pool of talent that kept spectators attention to the action on the waves. The sun fell and the full moon rose over Playa Tamarindo as the weekend results were announced. Witch's Rock Surfer Isaac took first place in the Open Men's bracket as spectators and fellow competitors cheered. Circuito Guanacaste de Surf was a huge success, thank you to all the organizers and volunteers that helped make the competition such a success! Congratulations Isaac! photos & text by Tommy Bissell --- > Witch's Rock Surf Camp Photographer Search Update - Published: 2013-11-13 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-camp-photographer-search-update/ - Categories: Blog, Careers and Jobs ... . . A few weeks ago, we put the word out in a blog post that we were in the hunt for an awesome, skilled photographer to work with us on some of our ongoing projects. The response? Well, let's just say it was a bit overwhelming. Photographers from literally all over this earth reached out and shared some of their absolutely amazing work with us. Needless to say, the pool of talent we have to choose from is infinite. As it turns out, so is our need for great photography For the time being, we've selected a photographer for this position. Don't fret though, we have everyone's applications on file and will be calling more photographers as we need them. Also, if you would ever like to share your work with thousands of like-minded people, feel free to send them into us and we'll share them with others, all while giving you credit of course. Thanks again for all of your time, effort & attention. Please continue to follow the Witch's Rock Surf Camp story! ... . . --- > Discover the Circuito Guanacasteco de Surf (CGS) and its mission to promote youth surfing in Guanacaste this November. - Published: 2013-11-11 - Modified: 2025-04-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/circuito-guanacasteco-de-surf-cgs-aims-to-promote-surfing-education-in-guanacaste/ - Categories: Blog, Press Release This November, Waves Costa Rica and TIDE Academy prepare to unveil the new Circuito Guanacasteco de Surf (CGS) – a new program aimed at promoting surfing as a sport among youth in Guanacaste. The CGS seeks to promote Guanacaste as a surf destination, helping the region to achieve national and international recognition among the global surfing community. Organized by local schools and educational organizations, the CGS is designed to promote youth surfing in Guanacaste. In order to compete, participants must be enrolled in an educational program, thus motivating children to stay in school and away from the streets. The first CGS competition, sponsored by Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, will be held in Tamarindo on the weekend of November 16 and 17. Full competition dates are as follows: Tamarindo – November 16/17 Tamarindo – December 7/8 Avellanas – January 18/19 Marbella – February 8/9 Tamarindo – March 8/9 Tamarindo – April 12/13 Playa Negra – May 10/11 Surfers can compete in the following categories: Men (Open Men, Junior, Boys); Women (Open Female, Junior, Girls) and three mixed categories: Mixed Groms (up to age 12); Pushed Dolphins and School Tagteam. The School Tagteam category is a unique aspect of the CGS where local private and public schools can form mixed relay teams to compete in a healthy environment. The winning team will represent one school, thus promoting school spirit and extracurricular sporting competition. Designed to promote education and healthy after-school activities, the CGS will create two scholarships for low-income children through entrance fees and sponsorship support. In addition, the CGS will help attract more tourists to the Guanacaste area each year, benefiting the local economy and community. Each event is sponsored by a different local businesses with two main CGS sponsors – Creatures and Reserva Conchal. The Circuito would like to thank everyone who has come together to make the CGS a reality. For more information, please contact circuitoguanacasteco@gmail. com. --- > Grande Surf Report - November 7, 2013 (video) - Published: 2013-11-07 - Modified: 2025-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-november-7-2013-video/ - Categories: Surf Report https://youtu. be/lvtEtw2fZ_o --- > A 'born & raised cynical New Yorker' speaks his mind on Witch's Rock Surf Camp - Published: 2013-11-07 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/new-york-guest-reviews-witchs-rock-surf-camp/ - Categories: Blog, Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews ... . . I'll start off by saying I'm a born & raised, cynical even by local standards, New Yorker. I NEVER go the same place twice. To me, life is too short and the world is too big. Sticking with the 'life is too short' theme, in November 2011, I decided that at 29 years old it was now or never to learn surfing. My friend's mom recommended Witch's Rock Surf Camp and a couple of phone calls later I was booked. Two years later and I'm counting the days 'til my 5th trip to WRSC, right after Thanksgiving. As a beginner, Witch's Rock Surf Camp was my first introduction to surfing, and what a great job they do at teaching the basics. Andres was my first instructor and gave simple, straightforward instruction. 20 minutes after paddling and popping up on land I was in the water trying to pop up on my own. The instructors do a really good job of gauging your needs so that you can progress as quick as possible. As an intermediate surfer now, there is no better place than WRSC. Before you go to bed at night you look at the board in the lobby. There, you'll find your name and your mode of transport ->"Joe by boat 8:30am". This is amazing! The key is that the camp is situated near so many good and different surf breaks. They do ALL the work for you; you wake up in the morning and they look at the forecast, current winds, call up their friends and pick the break that’s going to be best for your group that day. Essentially, the chances of you not having good conditions at ONE of the many spots around the camp are so small. And what an amazing experience to be dropped off via boat at the exact right spot, at the right time for tides. As an intermediate, I have mostly gone with Flash and Pako, who are both awesome. Flash really gives great advice on how the waves are breaking and puts you in the best spot for your skill level. Pako is amazing, gives instant feedback and pushes you to advance from going straight down the line to turns and picking up your speed. They key to me is how hard the instructors root for you; cheering for you whenever you make a great wave.... --- > Master the art of measuring wave size for surfing. Discover how to accurately express wave heights you experienced. - Published: 2013-11-05 - Modified: 2025-05-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-measure-a-wave-for-surfing-easy-guide/ - Categories: Blog, Learn to Surf Tutorials, Surf Camp The question of wave size... You just got out of the water from one of your best session ever (We all get one of those) or you're going back home from a week at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp and you want to tell everyone about the waves you surfed... what are you going to tell them? One of the key points you are probably going to want to talk about is how big the waves were but that brings up the question: how do you measure the size of a wave? If you’re new to surfing, and even if you’ve been around for a while, accurately measuring the heights of waves can be difficult. You cannot just say “the waves were big” that world is meaningless depending to whom you are talking. If you tell your eight year old little boy it will mean something completely different to him then telling Kelly Slater or Robert August! In my experience, telling someone about the size of the waves has been a point of debate among surfers for a long time! When I get out of my surf session and tell my friends, they normally answer “you should have been there yesterday” for some reason yesterday was always better than today, when I know that I had an awesome surf session with “big” waves in my opinion. Many people say you measure the back of the wave, but there are others who say the only right way would be to measure from the tip of the curl of the wave to the bottom, it pretty much depends on the culture. So here is to the best method to tell the size of the wave, just use the human body as a reference. “Waist high,” “chest high,” or “head high”, "overhead" and so forth is a lot easier to understand & communicate than using feet, meters, or any other form of measurement. Even though these references also have different meanings to your eight year old son and Kelly Slater or Robert August, most people will accept that there is an average adult surfer that these references are talking about. Now get out there and surf some “big” waves! --- > "I Guess There is Something to the Pura Vida Way of Life..." - Published: 2013-10-28 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pura-vida-way-of-life/ - Categories: Blog, Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews This is a letter from our friend & fellow surfer, Ted... Hi Gang, First off I want to say Thanks for another great week at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. My brother Eric & I were with you Oct 12-19. And of course we had a great time. The surfing is always good to great. But the WRSC staff is always great! You guys are attentive & always available to increase our experience to a meaningful level. And yet, it is done without being intrusive, rude or impatient. So either you hire the right people or I guess there is something to the Pura Vida way of life. Or maybe a combo of both. And I would be remiss if I didn't mention Josimar & thank him for being a great surf instructor. If my occasional inability or lack of follow through on his instruction, suggestions, advice & demonstration through example didn't cause him to quit as a teacher, then I feel very fortunate. I look forward to and anticipate my next visit to WRSC with enthusiasm & a renewed surfing skill set. Pura Vida, Ted B. --- > Meet the #1 Female Surfer in Costa Rica: Lisbeth Vindas Diaz - Published: 2013-10-25 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/best-female-surfer-costa-rica-lisbeth-vinda-diaz/ - Categories: Blog The following is part-5 of a 5-part series where we get to meet the top 5 female surfers in Costa Rica. These women charge and are the faces of surfing’s future here in the land of Pura Vida. Each has a different story to tell, so please enjoy- Name: Lisbeth Vindas Diaz Age: 32 years old Costa Rica Professional Ranking: #1 Years Surfing: 18 years Favorite Wave in Costa Rica: Playa Escondida Favorite Surfing Maneuver: Barrels! What do you do when you’re not surfing: I’m a mom so I spend a lot of time playing with my son. I train a lot, I like to read and go to the movies. What advice would you give to grommets and younger competitors: As advice, I will tell them to live a healthy life, have a lot of fun and I know there is a lot of potential for them to grow because they are always searching for new world champions. What advice would you give to a new surfer or someone thinking about learning to surf: Live a healthy life, practice a lot! What awards and prizes have you won during your surfing career? : I have been national champion 15 times and champion of Central America 4 times. I have participated in the WQS in California, where the national team won 4th place in 2006 and 1st place in 2005. Where in the rest of the world have you surfed or competed? : I've surfed in more then 25 different countries, thank s to professional surfing! What is your favorite wave outside of Costa Rica? : Tavarua, Fiji How do you feel when you're surfing? : It keeps me physically and mentally healthy. Being in the water practicing a sport that every day fills me with passion, it motivates me to break my own goals and of course it gives me the sensation of being free in a environment that only the ocean can give me. Shout out to your sponsors? : Sponsors: Billabong, Arenas surf shop, Maxx energy, vonziper, Nixon, Dakine, Reef, Future. --- > Celebrate with Surf - Introducing Our Birthday, Anniversary, - Witch's Rock Surf Camp Post - Published: 2013-10-22 - Modified: 2025-02-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/discounts-on-costa-rica-surfing-vacations-birthday-anniversary-and-honeymoon/ - Categories: Blog, Promotions Somewhere along the the way while we've been building Witch's Rock Surf Camp, we've become pretty darn good at hosting birthday parties, honeymoons or anniversaries. It makes sense... We're a vacation spot on the beach in Costa Rica that's large enough to take care of your needs and capable of pulling off some pretty awesome stuff, but still small enough to know you and your group by name and provide a unique type of personal care & attention not found in larger hotels. And besides, what a better way to commemorate a special event than by learning to surf or going on a surf trip in Costa Rica with family & friends. You also have your Costa Rican family & friends here at the Surf Camp if you decide you want to come down by yourself and celebrate your birthday with a solo surf trip. So with that in mind, we're excited to announce our Birthday, Anniversary, and Honeymoon Deals on Costa Rica Surfing Vacations here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp at Playa Tamarindo. Here's how each works-Witch's Rock Surf Camp Honeymoon PackageYour Deal: 10% discount off regularly priced Surf Camp package + special Honeymoon care package* Witch's Rock Surf Camp Anniversary PackageYour Deal; Number of years married = The % of discount received off regularly priced Surf Camp package+ special Anniversary care packageWitch's Rock Surf Camp Birthday PackageYour Deal: Your age divided by 2 = The % discount received off regularly priced Surf Camp package + special Birthday care package**Special Care Packages can include the following (all dependent on time of year, weather, # of people in your group):Beachdfront DinnerGuests on Pirate Radio showCelebratory cakeAccess to our creative team. MariachisFlowers in their roomBar tab for Eat at Joe's or El VaqueroCustom Tee shirts or RashguardsIf you have any ideas that weren't mentioned, or any questions at all about how these promotions work, please don't hesitate to call us at 888-318-7873(SURF). You can also contact us here by e-mail, skype or live chat and one of the lovely ladies in the reservations office will be happy to help you. If you've already booked a surf trip with us, we won't be able to apply this discount to your trip, however let us know what you're celebrating and we can help make your trip is an extra special one. We were lucky to have a couple of previous WRSC guests... --- > Photographer Wanted: Come Shoot Witch's Rock, Ollie's Pt., Robert August and other amazing stuff! - Published: 2013-10-09 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/photographer-wanted-shoot-witchs-rock-ollies-pt-robert-august-and-other-amazing-stuff/ - Categories: Blog, Careers and Jobs, Tamarindo News Witch's Rock Surf Camp (that's us) is looking for a talented photographer that works hard, has his or her own equipment, and likes things like Costa Rica, surf trips, Robert August, Witch's Rock, Ollie's Pt, the beach, restaurant & bars, great people, Baconators... and a whole lot of other really cool things. Here is more information on the position: Must be able to be on-site here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp on Playa Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Must be available immediately for 1-2 months Must have a variety of high quality equipment. Must have past experience. Must have experience shooting structures Must have portfolio. Must have an absolutely fantastic attitude. You won't get rich with this gig You will have the experience of a lifetime You will get to meet & shoot legendary surf icon Robert August You will get to shoot every aspect of the WRSC product, including surf trips to the best waves in northern Costa Rica. You will work with a crazy, driven, passionate team from very diverse backgrounds. Must not be a dirty criminal Must be at least 18 yrs. old Must smile and love life To be considered, please read through each page of this website and follow that up by sending an e-mail that contains the following: A short bio Your equipment set up Samples of your work that best show off your skills. 50 words or less about why you would want to do this and why you should be selected send e-mail to shaun@witchsrocksurfcamp. com This will be the gig of a lifetime for that perfect person. Please help us find him or her! Pura Vida, Witch's Rock Surf Camp --- > Memories, Friends, Robert August, Van Halen... and Some Surfing too - Published: 2013-10-04 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/memories-friends-robert-august-and-surfing-too/ - Categories: Blog, Guest Blog Kimi Ceridon is a recovering corporate engineer and manager. After 15 years in the consumer product industry, Kimi decided to call it quits and follow some other dreams. Along with learning to surf and enjoying other water-related sports, she is pursuing a Master's in Gastronomy, getting trained in Culinary Arts, trying her hand at Urban Homesteading, perfecting throwing tennis balls with her dog and blogging about it all at on No Return Ticket ... . . From now on, every time I hear the rapid fire drum intro for Van Halen's "Hot for Teacher" I will be immediately transported back to sitting in the Eat At Joe's open-air dining area at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. It is a bit embarrassing to tell you I associate one of my fondest vacation memories to Van Halen. Despite the parts of my brain dedicated to their song lyrics, I am not a Van Halen fan, nor a Van Hagar fan, nor a Van whoever-is-lead-singer-now fan. I admit I went through a hair band-loving phase in middle school and high school. But, I would like to think I have out grown that phase. However, that song, along with the many other 80's and 90's throw-back songs always playing at Witch's Rock Surf Camp will forever trigger memories of my learn-to-surf adventure in Costa Rica. This year, I decided I needed to go on a big, adventure vacation reminiscent of trips of my youth. Backpacking remote wildernesses? No, needed more time to get in shape for that. Sailing blue jeweled seas? Tempting, but I was looking for something more physical. Mountain biking rugged downhills? Nope, I am convinced I should stick with very tame mountain biking trips. Learn to Surf at a golden sand beach? YES! Learning to surfing was a bucket list item. Given my Filipino family's long history and residence in Hawaii, it was an ancestral obligation for me to learn to surf. While a visit to said family was considered, we chose Costa Rica as a destination. I looked at many 'surfing adventure' packages. There were luxurious resort-type getaways with daily yoga, spa packages and add-on adventures. While the price tags were halting enough, the whole idea of an 'adventure' vacation involving daily pampering was not really what I had in mind. There was the option of booking daily surf lessons for the week and accommodations separately. Uh, yeah, that was... --- > Father & Son Learn to Surf at Witch's Rock Surf Camp - Published: 2013-10-03 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/father-son-learn-to-surf-at-witchs-rock-surf-camp/ - Categories: Blog, Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews Hey Shawna, Sorry that we didn't meet last week. I also didn't meet the owner, so perhaps you wouldn't mind passing this message along. The entire experience was excellent from start to finish. I came with my son, Sean, a 22 year old novice. He had only been out in white water two or three times. The experience started very well with friendly, prompt, and professional service from you and Elizabeth, who I did meet. Smooth pickup at the airport. We rode in with a couple (Holly and Ryan) who were on their 10th trip. A good sign. The greeting and atmosphere all around were very low key and laid back, which suited us fine. Restaurant staff were friendly and the food was good. The main thing I want to pass along to the owners was that I had outstanding surf instruction. We started with Andres, who got my son up and riding on green waves in no time. We then went out on a boat with Flash later in the week. Flash was excellent. He stayed behind the break coaching, pushing and helping with wave selection. My best photo of the week came from a wave Flash told me to take. When my son got caught inside, Flash told me to enjoy my own surfing, and that he would look after my son, which he did. I have had a handful of surf instructors - Australia, California and here in Canada. The instructors at Witch's were better. They took pride in their work and our improvement. Made the trip. A bonus that we saw them socially too - in town at the bar and on the beach joining in at volleyball. Robert August and the video and photos I was able to buy were also great. I posted a comment on your Facebook page and 5/5 review on Trip Advisor. A great week - I'll be back. Cheers, M. --- > Meet the Top 5 Female Surfers in Costa Rica: Emily Mabel Gussoni Ferrin - Published: 2013-10-01 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/meet-best-women-surfers-costa-rica-emily-mabel-gussoni-ferrin/ - Categories: Blog The following is part-3 of a 5-part series where we get to meet the top 5 female surfers in Costa Rica. These women charge and are the faces of surfing's future here in the land of Pura Vida. Each has a different story to tell, so please enjoy- Name: Emily Mabel Gussoni Ferrin Age: 13 Years old Costa Rica Professional Ranking: 3rd Years surfing: I've always been on a surfboard... Years competing: 6 years. Favorite maneuver: Airs... . It gives me adrenaline! What do you do when you're not surfing? : I do a lot of yoga, physical training, studying or listen to music. What advice would you give to grommets and younger competitors? : My advice is to compete in every contest they have, practice in all type of waves, and don’t be scared to surf with better or older surfers. What advice would you give to a new surfer? : For those just learning how to surf, my advice is to learn with a professional, don’t just try by yourself or you will have bad habits. What awards & prizes have you won surfing: I haven’t been a national champion yet, but in the Junior Category I’m in second place. I am part of the Costa Rica national surfing team. I won 3rd place in 2010 in the “centroamericano” in Nicaragua when I was only 10. I have also participated in World Junior Championships Your favorite wave outside of Costa Rica? : Señoritas in Peru. How do you feel when you're surfing? : Surfing makes me happy, it gives me freedom, it’s my life. Who are your sponsors? : O´Neill, Philips- ONéill, DKoko Bikinis, B&B surf shop, Break board bags, Aurora Yoga, Bomber Eyes Wear and of course my parents that support me through everything. --- > Meet the Top 5 Female Surfers in Costa Rica: Nataly Bernold Gutierrez - Published: 2013-09-27 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/top-5-female-surfers-in-costa-rica-nataly-bernold-gutierrez-14797/ - Categories: Blog, Costa Rica Surfing The following is part-2 of a 5-part series where we get to meet the top 5 female surfers in Costa Rica. These women charge and are the faces of surfings future here in the land of Pura Vida. Each has a different story to tell, so please enjoy- Nataly Bernold Gutierrez Name: Nataly Bernold Gutierrez Costa Rica Professional Ranking: 4th Age: 20 years old Years of Surfing: 10 years Favorite wave in Costa Rica: Pavones... it goes on and on Favorite Maneuver: Airs What do you do when your not surfing: I study, relax, tan, and go around town with my bike What advice will you give to grommets and younger competitors: Have fun, enjoy and put effort into it. What advice will you give to a new surfer: enjoy, do not lose hope if you don’t stand up at first, surfing takes a lot of practice. What prices have you won surfing: I have been national champion and central America champion 3 times. Where in the rest of the world have you surfed/competed: Portugal, France, Brazil Peru, Chile and Central America. Your favorite wave outside Costa Rica: I really loved Señoritas in Peru What do you feel when your surfing: I feel relaxed and exited at the same time. Sponsors: Roxy, FCS Carve, and Mango surf shop (photos courtesy of Costa Rica Star News) --- > Playa Marbella Surf Report for September 5, 2013 - Published: 2013-09-06 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-marbella-surf-report-for-september-5-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Pictures from our intermediate surf trip to Playa Marbella (more... ) --- > Playa Grande Surf Report for September 6, 2013 - Published: 2013-09-06 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-for-september-6-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report These are pictures from our intermediate surf trip to Playa Grande (more... ) --- > Use G-mail? How to Make Sure You Get the Witch's Rock Newsletter - Published: 2013-09-02 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/use-g-mail-how-to-make-sure-you-get-the-witchs-rock-newsletter/ - Categories: Blog ... . . As you may know, Gmail recently rolled out a newly designed inbox. If you’ve been using the new design, you also know your emails are now being sorted into three tabs — Primary, Social, and Promotions — with two additional tabs, Updates and Forums, available from the Configure inbox section of your Gmail Settings. You may also have noticed that our e-mails now appear in your Promotions or Updates tab. If you’d rather the emails we send end up in your Primary tab it’s simple to tell Gmail where these emails should go. Here’s how: Drag and drop our email address, reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com, into your Primary tab and click “yes” when Gmail asks if you’d like future messages from this email address to go to your Primary tab. Pretty easy right? For those who haven't signed up for our newsletters, we invite you to do so by filling out the box below. We use e-mail as a way of communicating with past & future Surf Camp guests and make it a point not to annoy you. We understand and respect how precious everyone's time is, so we only send out e-mails if we can sufficiently answer this question-> "How does this add value to the life of the person that's reading it? " By signing up for the newsletter, you get first notice of cheap flights, deals & specials for surf trips, awesome announcements, updates of your favorite surf camp, and anything else that will make your day a better one. Thanks for your time. Pura Vida! --- > Grande Surf Report - August 30, 2013 - Published: 2013-08-30 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-august-30-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - August 27, 2013 (video) - Published: 2013-08-27 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-27-2013-video/ - Categories: Surf Report > --- > Witch's Rock Family Portrait: A Close Up of Julie JaVelle - Published: 2013-08-26 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-family-portrait-julie-javelle/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News ... . . Full Name: Julie Javelle Surf Stance: Regular Foot Favorite Break in Costa Rica: Playa Grande What do you listen to before surfing: Reggae. It relaxes me. How did you end up in Costa Rica? In 2002, my parents moved to Costa Rica to accomplish one of their many dreams. In my opinion it’s their best decision taken ever! At the beginning it was hard, I did not speak English or Spanish but we got the hang of it pretty quick and learning Spanish while learning to surf wasn’t so bad, surfing has been a passion since then! I started working part time for Witch’s Rock Surf Camp at the age of 15 giving surf lessons. How has it been growing up in Tamarindo? I was so blessed to be able to grow up in Tamarindo, Costa Rica, not only we have amazing waves here but living in a place multicultural is pretty awesome too and kind of confusing at the same time. Am I French because I was born in France or Costa Rican for growing up here and calling it home for the past 11 years? That question goes through my head every time someone ask me where I’m from. How did you get into surfing? My sister and I headed to the beach every day after school, where we met many local surfers, including Pako Vega, one of our surf instructors here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Pako quickly became family to us. He taught us everything about surfing from what type of board we should ride to Kelly Slater (The Robert August of my generation) and Pura Vida. Thanks to him we got into the world of surfing! He drove my sister and I to every national surfing competition, then WRSC sponsored me and I represented them all around the country, my last year competing I got 3 category of women junior, thanks to the competitions I got to surf pretty much everywhere in Costa Rica. You've worked with Witch's Rock Surf Camp for almost 7 years now. How has that experience been? Staying close to Witch’s Rock all those years made the experience even better. What better place to work at if you're a surfer? I love to be able to jump into one of the advanced boat trip before work. It’s also a great way to share my passion, I love... --- > Costa Rica's Best Wipeouts: Isaac Vega Wins Award for Going Big (Video) - Published: 2013-08-23 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-ricas-best-wipeouts-isaac-vega-wins-award-for-going-big-video/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp - Tags: Surf Packages, Surfing "You can't make an omelette without breaking some eggs. " - The JokerHe's one the kindest, most humble people you'll ever come across. But when he's surfing, Isaac Vega is nothing short of a beast. As a mainstay on the country's pro circuit, Isaac is known as one of Costa Rica's top surfers and has been for some time now. Still, Isaac would be the first to tell you he's no stranger to big wipeouts. Truth is, you don't reach his level of ability or surf with his tenacious mentality without taking your fair share of lumps along the way. One of Isaac's heavier wipeouts occurred just recently at Playa Marbella here in Guancaste. Being that it took place during a contest, it was caught on film and made available for thousands to witness. Eventually, he was even handed a big cardboard check for this one. At the 2013 CR Surfing Awards held by Wipeout TV this past weekend in San Jose, it was announced that Isaac's wipeout had been nominated, voted on, and overwhelmingly selected as Costa Rica's Best Wipeout. Witch's Rock Surf Camp is proud to be a sponsor of Isaac and his surfing career. We're also proud to call him one of our surf instructors. He has literally helped hundreds of people from all over the world to learn to surf, and puts as much time & energy into his teaching as he does his surfing. Here's a note that was sent to us from one of Isaac's recent students as evidence:"This is just a note to say thanks so much for the great surf instruction while I was there! Isaac is an incredible instructor! ! On my own, I was not able to really enjoy trying to surf, but he showed me how to catch the right waves, how to position myself on the board, etc. and really showed me the FUN of surfing. Now I can't wait to take another vacation and try it again! Many, many thanks, especially to Isaac. " -Emily C. So, congratulations to Isaac Vega. Thank you for charging as hard as you do. And thank you for being an exceptional human being. --- > Grande Surf Report - August 23, 2013 - Published: 2013-08-23 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-august-23-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Grande Surf Report - August 16, 2013 - Published: 2013-08-16 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-august-16-2013-2/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Feliz Dia de la Madre aqui en Costa Rica! - Published: 2013-08-15 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/dia-de-la-madre-en-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp - Tags: Lifestyle, Surf Packages Today is Mother's Day here in Costa Rica. On behalf of everyone here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, we would like to wish both the mothers of Costa Rica, as well as the mothers throughout the rest of the world a very special day. Mothers are why we are all here. Mothers are why we continue to exist. Love them, cherish them, and honor them- --- > Grande Surf Report - August 9, 2013 - Published: 2013-08-10 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-august-9-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Planning a surf trip to Costa Rica? Get ready to catch those waves with our tips for beginners, intermediates, and advanced surfers. - Published: 2013-07-12 - Modified: 2024-11-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/preparing-for-surf-trip-to-costa-tica/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp - Tags: Surf Packages Your trip to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is already booked or you are thinking about booking it. You're serious about getting into surfing and (more... ) --- > Recipes for Surfers: Lobster Tails and Jalapeno Shrimp Tacos - Published: 2013-06-30 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/recipes-for-surfers-lobster-tails-and-jalapeno-shrimp-tacos/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar - Tags: Eat at Joe's, Recipes for Surfers Lobster Tails and Jalapeno Shrimp Tacos Two grilled lobster tails & two garlic-lime marinated shrimp tacos filled with salsa fresca (more... ) --- > A Drone's Eye View of Playa Tamarindo - Published: 2013-06-20 - Modified: 2025-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/drone-eye-view-of-playa-tamarindo/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News *not the actual drone we used, but very similar... . . The word 'drone' is a hot one these days. On any given day you can follow the news of the world and read, watch or listen to multiple stories on this new technology that's making its way into our worlds. Most of the stories are political, which is an area that we really don't involve ourselves with. But we do love to surf, and we do love to get as many different views and angles of the waves and ocean as we possible can. Our friend Bruce recently came and visited us and had this crazy looking mini-helicopter that had four-propellers. Hanging from the center of the vehicle was a GoPro that was attached with a stabilizer. Bruce can both pilot it both manually or use satellites to control it's flight path. On this day, it was decided that we would fly out over the ocean into the Playa Tamarindo line-up directly in front of the Surf Camp. While this camera set-up isn't quite perfect, it was very cool to get this unique view of surfers and waves interacting. A lot remains to be seen in this world as far as drones are concerned. For us here on the beach in Costa Rica, we'll stick with getting a birds-eye view of our beloved waves every now and again. Pura Vida! --- > 'The Flow of Surfing' by Julie Javelle - Published: 2013-06-14 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-flow-of-surfing-by-julie-javelle/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp - Tags: Pura Vida, Surfing Surfing is all about feeling the flow. Being a good surfer doesn’t mean the ability to do great maneuvers. Of course we can recognize experienced surfers when we see them in the water, but a good surfer is one that recognizes a certain flow and feeling that is as unique as she is. This flow is felt on your first drop, riding a wave, getting speed or barreled, or even just paddling out. For some more than others, it can be hard to recognize the flow of surfing. But no matter what level of surfer you may be, it is possible to reach and feelthat sensation. If you want to succeed as a surfer, you will have to dedicate yourself to the sport until you reach that feeling. It’s common to feel it even when you get out of the water while remembering the best wave you took during your session. This emotion will make you proud. To reach this emotion you need total concentration. Once you get in the water, you should start forgetting about everything else and focus only on your surfing. Your focus and attention will help you feel this emotion. You should start feeling as if you and your board are a part of the wave. As if you are responding to it automatically when you see a wave coming towards you and you are the only spectator of your own show. Obviously you will also need to enjoy the landscape around you, especially if you are surfing in Costa Rica! But how to actually reach that flow? First of all you will need to challenge skill balance, no matter if you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced. This is a great thing about surfing, everyone is always learning! To feel the flow you have to match your level of skill. Here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we break it down into four basic groups: *Novice- First time surfing ever *Beginners- You have surfed a couple times, but not constantly. *Intermediate- you can catch the wave by yourself, do the drop and you are starting to turn. *Advanced- you can now start getting speed and you are looking for more challenging waves and maybe start some new maneuvers. No matter in what level of surfer you are in, the idea is to push your own limits, you should not get stressed, you should not put... --- > Flamingo Surf Report - June 7, 2013 - Published: 2013-06-07 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-june-7-2013-secret-spot/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Grande Surf Report - May 31, 2013 - Published: 2013-05-31 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-may-31-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Grande Surf Report - May 28 , 2013 - Published: 2013-05-28 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-may-28-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Learn about the partnership between Witch's Rock Surf Camp and Robert August, and the ultimate surfing experience. - Published: 2013-05-27 - Modified: 2024-11-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/celebrating-2-years-working-with-robert-august/ - Categories: Blog, Robert August, Surf Camp Teaching the Next Generation ... . . "My travels have taken me all over the world and I have met great people. Now a big part of the world is coming to me. I truly enjoy meeting everyone at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. This place is bitchin! '" ~ Robert August Nearly two years ago, a partnership was formed between Witch's Rock Surf Camp and Robert August with the goal being to create the ultimate surfing experience in Costa Rica. Today, that partnership remains stronger then ever with all of us eagerly anticipating what lies ahead. Few people have had the impact on surfing that Robert has had. If you're just learning how to surf, knowing and understanding Mr. August's story and what he means to surfing will help you to better understand the passion that drives all of us. For those who have surfed for years, not a lot needs to be said about Robert's place in surfing history. He is a pioneer and a legend. He also happens to be a really great guy that genuinely cares about helping everyone to love surfing as much as he does. So what's ahead for Witch's Rock Surf Camp & Robert August? We continue to shape surfboards here at the Surf Camp. Aside from Robert's classic "What I Ride" longboards, expect some old-school surfboard designs to reappear from the shaping room. We're also designing and printing some new Robert August shirts and hats that you'll definitely want to check out. For info on any Robert August gear, please send an e-mail to shop@witchsrocksurfcamp. com. Robert August at Ollie's Pt. (photo by Mayan Koren) We're truly blessed to have a living legend like Robert August as part of the Witch's Rock family. There's no one better to share the history, the craft, and the stoke of surfing than Robert. His involvement with our brand further enriches the Witch's Rock Surf Camp experience for our guests, our employees and our community. Thank you again for making this all possible. We appreciate you being a part of the WRSC family and continually look for new ways to make your surfing experience here in Costa Rica one that you will never forget. Pura Vida, Joe Walsh and the team at Witch's Rock Surf Camp --- > Recipes for Surfers: Tequila-Lime Shrimp Skewers - Published: 2013-05-27 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/recipe-tequila-lime-shrimp/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar - Tags: Eat at Joe's TEQUILA LIME SHRIMP SKEWERS This is a recipe for one of our special plates at the Eat at Joe's restaurant located here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa RIca. This makes 8 delicious servings- Tequila-Lime Shrimp Skewers Tequila, lime & Cointreau-marinated shrimp grilled on the barbie and covered in fresh mango salsa. Served with cilantro-rice, plantains & grilled tomato halves. Ingredients: 4 tablespoons tequila 4 tablespoons triple sec 2 tablespoon fresh lime juice 4 teaspoons olive oil 2 teaspoon bottled hot sauce (such as Chilero) 3 garlic cloves, minced 48 large shrimp, peeled and deveined, with tails on 16 (6-inch) bamboo skewers, soaked in cold water for at least 10 minutes 16 lime wedges (garnish) Instructions: 1. Prepare rice according to package directions. Prepare grill. 2. Combine all shrimp ingredients in a large bowl. 3. Add shrimp; toss well to coat, and let stand 10 minutes. Thread 3 shrimp onto each skewer, reserving remaining marinade. 4. Coat grill with vegetable oil; place skewers on grill. Cover and cook on medium-high heat 4 minutes. 5. Brush with remaining marinade. Turn skewers; brush again. Cover and grill 3-4 more minutes or till shrimp are opaque. 6. Meanwhile, transfer the rice to a medium bowl; stir in salt and 2 tablespoons cilantro. Spoon 3/4 cup rice onto each of 4 serving plates; top each with 2 skewers and remaining cilantro. Serve with lime wedges. Cilantro Rice: 3 cups uncooked rice 2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 lime squeezed Directions: Cook rice in a rice cooker or pot. Then, in a large bowl mix cooked rice with fresh chopped cilantro. Add salt and lime to taste. Mango Salsa: 4 cups chopped mangoes 8 tablespoons red onion 8 tablespoons chopped cilantro 8 tablespoons coconut cream 1 teaspoon salt Directions: Mix all ingredients together in a bowl and set aside. Grilled Tomato Halves: 8 tomato halves (4 tomatoes cut in half) 1/2 cup olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons oregano Directions: Cut 4 tomatoes in half. Be sure to remove core from top of tomato. Place halves in bowl with all ingredients and mix thoroughly. Grill halves to order. --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - May 24, 2013 - Published: 2013-05-24 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-may-24-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Grande Surf Report - May 17 , 2013 - Published: 2013-05-17 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-may-17-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Top 5 Responses to "Someone tell me how 'big' these nachos are" - Published: 2013-05-17 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/top-5-responses-witchs-rock-nachos-contest-213/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar - Tags: Eat at Joe's, Witch's Rock Pale Ale The Icon ... . . Last month we paid tribute to one of the long-time staples of the Witch's Rock Surf Camp experience. Having already developed what one could describe as a cult-like following, the 'Nachos as Big as Your Ass' from our Eat at Joe's restaurant gained even more notoriety upon our April announcement that we created and added Pale Ale nacho cheese sauce to the recipe. An already heaping, delicious and loaded plate of nachos with a name you'll never forget was taken to a new level of delicious using our very own Witch's Rock Pale Ale. Just how famous have Nachos as Big as Your Ass become? Well we decided to see for ourselves by putting that question to the masses. We posted a photo on Facebook know and asked for someone to 'Someone tell me how 'big' these nachos are'. The response was fast & furious, with plenty of witty and clever remarks that had all of us laughing. The crew here in the office picked out our 5 favorite responses. It wasn't easy; you can see for yourself what a huge selection we had to choose from: "Someone tell me how 'big' these nachos are" on Facebook/WitchsRockSurfCamp Below are what we determined to be the winning responses. We'll be sending them $50 gift certificates to Eat at Joe's as a way of saying thank you for making us smile. Check ‘em out... 1. Brian Kopec: Bigger than the 9-6 waxy Maxy will have ready and waiting and bigger than the 360 air that Andres can do! ! But NOT bigger than Braeden’s smile when he finds out he’s hanging out with Happy and Otis soon! ! ! 2. Monica Anderson: As big as Joe’s ass? Who was the original prototype that started this tradition? 3. Dylan Davis: The nachos are as big as Arenal, but a lot less lava’y. I was at WRSC for 5 days at ate the nachos 4 times... . AWESOME everytime. Can someone Fedex me some right now? 4. Frank Machuga: Not nearly as big as my ass, but big enough to help me take my post sesh incredible nap! 5. Alicia Bowman: My ass, my ass! The answer is my ass! (Not the first time someone’s shouted this about my trunk of junk, mind you). Nachos are good. Nachos are really good. Thanks again to everyone who added to... --- > Grande Surf Report - May 10 , 2013 - Published: 2013-05-10 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-may-10-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Fulfilling a Promise Made Between Brother & Sister - Published: 2013-05-02 - Modified: 2025-02-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guest-review-surf-camp/ - Categories: Blog, Employees, Robert August, Surf Camp - Tags: Robert August This is a letter we received from a soon to be first time guest, Anna. We can’t tell you how much it means to us to receive such kind words. The opportunity to help guests such as Anna realize a life-promise is something we don’t take lightly. Pura Vida... ... Dear Witch’s Rock Surf Camp,I just want to take a moment to let the owner Joe and his wife Holly know what an amazing experience I have had with his reservation staff this far. I sent a message out originally about a month ago to get information about fulfilling a promise I made to myself and my brother that we would go to Costa Rica together for our 40th birthday to surf. He has been several times... actually he gets to surf all over the world, but I, much to his chagrin, and a VERY slow learner. We grew up near New Smyrna Beach in Florida, and to say he is a surf squirrel extraordinaire, and I am just not that good is true. To my credit, I have always tried to learn on his short boards in the average 2 foot waves, which from what I hear is not the best way to go. Long story short, he FINALLY got married a few weeks ago, so had to bail on our trip. He insisted I still go and recommended your Camp. I am very glad I listened to him. Your staff has been AMAZING! I have had probably a dozen correspondences answering my questions and offering guidance. I booked for the second week of August and do a weekly countdown with a new pic from your Facebook Page each week. This is a dream for me, and just from the warm responses I have received already I could not be happier. I have repeatedly watched just about every surf movie ever made (part of growing up with surf rats in Florida), so am super excited to meet Robert August–the only cooler thing in the world might be to meet Kelly Slater some day :) I know you have happy people consistently from your blogs and home page, so this is probably no big deal to you, but I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you for hiring such awesome people. I can not wait to get there and have some real instruction from somebody other... --- > Learn about our passion for clean beaches in Tamarindo. Find out how we're making a difference and why it's important for the environment. - Published: 2013-04-29 - Modified: 2024-11-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/donations-to-keep-beaches-of-tamarindo-clean/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar, Surf Camp - Tags: Community, Eat at Joe's, Playa Tamarindo ~If you love it, keep it clean~ ... . . There are very few things quite as important to us here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp as keeping the beaches of Tamarindo clean. We live and breathe the sand and ocean that we've come to call home here in Costa Rica, and our goal is to always leave the beaches we regularly enjoy better off than we found them. In the grand scheme of things, our oceans and beaches really are in trouble. It doesn't take a genius to realize that a Texas-sized island made up of garbage floating around in the pacific ocean isn't healthy for anyone. And for anyone who regularly walks along any given stretch of beach almost anywhere in the world, it's likely that there will be plenty of man-made pieces of material strewn about the sand that don't belong there. In other words, our beaches and oceans simply don't pass the eye-test when it comes to deciding whether or not we as humans are taking care of something we depend so heavily upon. Those yellow dots represent large collections of garbage. What to do? While large organizations such as Surfrider Foundation continue their own work on the cause of keeping beaches clean & protected, there are many small and simple ways to do your part in this effort. One of our favorite methods is the Pick Up 3 rule developed by a group of surfers from Southern California. Their concept is simple- Every time you go to the beach, you make it a point to pick up at least three pieces of garbage. Yes, you can pick up more if you want, but the idea is that if everyone were to pick up three pieces of trash every time they went to the beach, our beaches would obviously be much cleaner. Not to mention we would all be much more aware of this issue and the importance of doing our part. Here in Tamarindo... Aside from continually working to keep the stretch of Playa Tamarindo in front of the surf camp clean and clear, we always look for new opportunities to expand our reach and do more than we're currently doing. The Goodies One such opportunity that recently came about was a regular game of bingo that takes place every other Tuesday at Dona Lee's Country Kitchen here in Tamarindo. Dona Lee and her... --- > Grande Surf Report - April 23, 2013 - Published: 2013-04-23 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-april-23-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Our Endless Summer experience with Robert August continues... - Published: 2013-04-09 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/our-endless-summer-experience-with-robert-august-continues/ - Categories: Blog, Robert August - Tags: Robert August The impeccable work of Mr. Robert August ... . . Sometimes, if only just for a second, it's easy to lose sight of what Robert August means to the lives of almost every surfer. For almost two years now we've had the absolute pleasure of having Mr. August as the resident legend here at the Surf Camp. And in that time, just as he has for most of his life, Robert has inspired surfers of every ability level & from all over the world to add a bit of the 'Endless Summer' into their everyday lives. Whether he's meeting & greeting guests here at the camp, giving his weekly 'history of surfing seminars', shaping custom Robert August surfboards onsite in the shaping room, or simply just offering kind words of encouragement to surfers on the beach; Robert personifies what the search for the perfect wave is about for each and every one of us. If you've had the opportunity to spend some time with Robert here in Costa Rica, you know firsthand just what a special encounter that can be. For those who haven't, we recommend you jump on the opportunity to do so. It will add a level of love to your surfing you never thought possible. Tamarindo perfectly embodies 'Endless Summer', and the upcoming "Secret Season" months of May and June are an ideal time to hang with Robert and score some epic surf. We continue to add new ways for our guests to interact with one of surfing's greatest, and it's our hope that your experience with Mr. August is every bit as meaningful and inspiring as ours has been. Availability for the next few months is filling fast, so check out kayak. com for the best airfare deals, and give Shawna, Yorlenny & Liz a call or e-mail to make arrangements to come see us. We'll se Pura Vida! Contact Witch's Rock Surf Camp --- > The Story of How Witch's Rock Pale Ale Nacho Cheese Came to Be - Published: 2013-04-08 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-pale-ale-nachos-127/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar - Tags: Eat at Joe's, Witch's Rock Pale Ale The Finished Product ... . . One of the great challenges about being a chef is learning to have the patience and drive to never give up when trying to create a new recipe, especially one that seems impossible to achieve (more... ) --- > Grande Surf Report - March 29, 2013 - Published: 2013-03-30 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-march-29-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report – March 22, 3013 - Published: 2013-03-22 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-march-22-3013-2/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Grande Surf Report - March 15, 2013 - Published: 2013-03-15 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-march-15-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Find out why Witch's Rock Surf Camp is the ultimate destination for surf progression. Hear what our guests have to say about. - Published: 2013-03-11 - Modified: 2024-11-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-camp-guest-review/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp, Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews (This is a message sent to us by one of our treasured guests. To put it simply- This is why we do what we do. Thanks for sending this in Krista. Pura Vida! ) ~unknown rider on journey through surf progression~ Hi Everyone! ! This time last week I was in Costa Rica and had a GREAT final surf session with Paco. I have to admit I was a little concerned about not having my usual awesome surf instructor (Flash), but ya'll have a knack for getting the BEST surf instructors, restaurant staff, and drivers/boat captains that CR has to offer! ! As you know, I've been to WRSC several times, and ya'll never fail to deliver an unforgettable surf vacation! ! ! EVERYONE was just as friendly and helpful as ever, but I wanted to give special recognition to Paco. He is one of the best instructors I've ever had. Just like Flash, Kailani, and the rest of the instructors, he is knowledgeable, patient, and really cares about his clients. He is truly an asset to the WRSC team :) Thanks for another AWESOME vacation. Krista Shiny Happy People --- > In Costa Rica or Not: How to Enjoy the Pirate Radio Show Live from Eat at Joe's - Published: 2013-03-08 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pirate-radio-show-witchs-rock-surf/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar There's a lot of radio shows in this world, but few that take place from a beachfront restaurant overlooking one of Costa Rica's many breathtakingly beautiful beaches. Mix in the colorful personalities of figures such as surf legend Robert August, Radio Dos DJ Evan Luck and our very own Joe Walsh, and you have all of the ingredients needed for 2 hours of entertainment that's made available to almost every corner of the world. Live from the beach of Tamarindo, Costa Rica How to Tune In Anyone currently reading this finds themselves in 1 of 3 situations: Either you're here in Tamarindo or within driving/bike riding distance, you're in another part of Costa Rica, or you're in some other country trying to daydream your way back to the happiest place on earth. Regardless of which of these 3 categories find yourself in, you can take part in the wildly popular Pirate Radio Show @ Eat at Joe's live from Witch's Rock Surf Camp every Friday from 5:00 p. m. - 7:00 p. m. Here's how: In the Greater Tamarindo area: If you can walk, bike or drive here, we recommend doing it. The radio show is broadcast just as the sun begins to set over the glistening Pacific Ocean. Coincidentally, the Eat at Joe’s Happy Hour happens to to take place right at the same time. Come on in and pull up a chair, grab a drink, and sit back, relax and enjoy the show. In another part of Costa Rica: If you’re here in the country but too far away to make it to the show in person, you can tune in and listen to it live on 99. 5 FM. Radio Dos is one of the most popular radio stations here in Costa Rica, and this show fits right in to the good product they’ve been bringing for years. Get your dials set! Tune in from Around the World: The internet is an amazing thing. While it’s not the same as actually being in Tamarindo, you can still imagine yourself sitting here on the beach, pour yourself a cold whatever-it-is-you-drink, and tune into the show by going to www. RadioDos. com and clicking the ‘Live Audio’ banner. You’ll feel like you’re right here with us. We hope to see you here at the Surf Camp. If you can't make it though, tune on in and enjoy the... --- > Avellanas Surf Report - March 8, 2013 - Published: 2013-03-08 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-march-8-2013-2/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Grande Surf Report - March 1 , 2013 - Published: 2013-03-01 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-march-1-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Grande Surf Report - February 8, 2013 - Published: 2013-02-08 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-february-8-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Explore the life of David Torres, a talented surf guide in Tamarindo, and discover his journey from teen to expert. - Published: 2013-01-29 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/guide-profile-david-torres/ - Categories: Blog David started working for Witch’s Rock Surf Camp when he was still a teenager. Now at 26 he’s one of the best surf guides and instructors in Tamarindo, and father to a beautiful one-year-old daughter. David grew up in Liberia and started coming to Tamarindo and Coco as a kid to play in the waves. He began bodyboarding and skimboarding, and learned to surf around 14. David quickly became obsessed with surfing. Spending as much time as possible in the water. Eight years ago he moved to Tamarindo to start his career as a surf guide, and he’s been progressing ever since. Many of his best memories have come while working at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. He has made friends with guests from all over the world, and shared some great waves and adventures. David has learned English while working at the Camp, and that has opened up his knowledge of the world and respect of other cultures. Before David became a dad, he would spend almost all of his free time surfing. He has camped in the National Park at Witch’s Rock by himself, in order to fully experience nature and surf the empty waves before anyone else showed up. David is deeply grateful to Joe and Holly for the opportunity to work at Witch’s Rock, and all of their support over the years. He would like to thank all of the great guests that he has met, especially the ones who come back over and over and keep supporting the Camp, and making his job possible! These days, the most important for him is to keep working and to be the best example to his daughter. --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - January 25 , 2013 - Published: 2013-01-25 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-january-25-2013/ - Categories: Surf Report Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned about the... --- > Grande Surf Report - January 18 , 2013 - Published: 2013-01-18 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-january-18-2013-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Graduation Trip Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and Holly quickly learned... --- > The Sun Came Up, and so did the waves! Join us for a surfing adventure in Tamarindo after our wild bonfire party. - Published: 2012-12-22 - Modified: 2025-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-sun-came-up/ - Categories: Blog ... and the waves did too. Time to go surfing! The world might end someday, but not today. Good morning Tamarindo. Despite our best efforts to party till Armageddon at our 'End of the World' Bonfire last night, we have awakened to sunny skies and clean surf. The world is apparently intact (although a few reputations and several brain-cells may claim otherwise). The party looked just like this, we swear. All the woodland creatures came to frolic. We'd have real pictures... but a winged crocodile ate the camera. True story. It's time to splash in the warm Pacific and look forward to Christmas and the New Year. For those of us who were holding off buying presents just in case the world ended, time to get crack-a-lackin. A trip to surf camp makes one heck of a gift. You still have time to put Witch's Rock Surf Camp under the tree. Santa Claus answered this little girl's prayers: Waves for Christmas! So happy... er... continuation of the world. Hope to see you all soon! Contact Shawna, Liz, and Yorlenny in Reservations. --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - December 15, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-12-15 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-15-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Video from today in Tamarindo and some photos from yesterday in Grande. Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - December 12, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-12-12 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-december-12-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Hey its doomsday, again. --- > Witch's Rock Employee Party Rockin' - Published: 2012-12-05 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-employee-party-rockin/ - Categories: Blog Once a year, we shut down to the public and pull out the stops for a rocking Employee Party with our hotel guests, our employees, and their significant others. Each year it grows into a bigger fiesta, an this year was certainly one for the memory books. Start a Love Train, a Love Train! We'll keep the real embarrassing details to ourselves... but rest assured that shenanigans did ensue! Our founder Joe Walsh getting into the full fiesta spirit! Some smooth salsa dancing skills were on display... ... and a good time was had by all! Lots of smiling faces on Tuesday Night... and lots of pale, tired faces on Wednesday Morning! Thanks to everyone who worked hard to pull off such a great fiesta, and to all our guests who were here to party with us last night, and all the guests who keep coming to Witch's Rock Surf Camp. We love our guests and employees, who allow us to keep growing and having so much fun. Hope you can make it to Witch's Rock Surf Camp to join in the fun soon! --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - December 1, 2012 - Published: 2012-12-01 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-december-1-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Surf Tournament >>> Torneo Intercolegial Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - November 24, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-11-24 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-november-24-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report 10 am Report from the river mouth --- > Explore the stories of Hooked Repeat Offenders who turn into family at Witch's Rock Surf Camp after years of friendship. - Published: 2012-11-21 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/hooked-repeat-offenders/ - Categories: Blog Some guests have been coming for so long they are like family... and that's what makes what we do so sweet... ok, surfing in paradise would probably be sweet anyway even if you had no friends and lived like a total hermit... but having great friends make it even sweeter! Now that it's been almost 12 years of Witch's Rock Surf Camp, we have some amazing relationships with guests who have been visiting us since the early days, and have formed some great friendships in the process. Danny, John, PK, and Ray at Joe's Danny Mitchell from Grapevine, Texas has been visiting us for 10 years now. John Petrocelli and Ray Elhilow are friends from Long Island, New York who have been coming for even longer, and planned their latest trip to coordinate with Danny. They are all pictured above with PK Walsh who has been coming to Witch's Rock since... well... since he drove the Bus down here with Joe and Holly! (PK is Joe's Dad). Danny originally visited Witch's Rock Surf Camp with his fellow Texan buddy Mike Oldani (who has been coming to WRSC since the very beginning as well. We plan a profile on him soon). The more things change... the more they stay the same. 2012? 1972? Who can really tell? The boys are on safari, and it looks like timeless fun with a bunch of Robert August Single Fins. Guys like Danny, John, and Ray love the weather, waves, and people of Costa Rica, and how everything is taken care of with Witch's Rock Surf Camp. "There is nothing like the warm water, always being taken to good waves, the people and the pura vida spirits. " --Danny Mitchell Danny getting what he came for. Again. And Again. These days, Danny 'enjoys life for a living'. He is married with two grown daughters, but he still keeps plenty busy with his three grandchildren. Danny’s favorite point break in Costa Rica is El Golfo, where he got the biggest waves of his life. Ollie’s is also one of his favorite points “I never get tired of surfing there with friends. " The next time you see Danny enjoying the sushi at Eat @ Joe's, ask him to tell you story about the Cab and the Crocodile... it's a good yarn and exactly the type of 'tall but true' tale that goes down great with... --- > Grande Surf Report - October 16, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-10-16 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-october-16-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Video by David Merino (jiji) Music by Cliffjumper --- > Eat at Joe's: The Heart of the Surf Camp - Published: 2012-10-15 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/eat-at-joes-the-heart-of-the-surf-camp/ - Categories: Blog While surfing will always be the soul of the camp, our restaurant is the heart. And stomach. And... all the other parts that need fuel to keep surfing all day. When you come to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, you’ll spend a lot of time at Joe’s; watching the waves, cheering for tuberides and wipeouts, checking out the volleyball games on the beach, drinking tropical smoothies, and our very own Microbrewed Beers. It’s the place where friendships are formed, and stories are told. The exact concoction that makes a great restaurant & bar is complex and elusive, but here are some of the key ingredients that have made Eat at Joe’s one of the busiest places in Tamarindo:Beachfront & WavefrontSea... Food. Eat at Joe’s is a Surf Joint. It has evolved in form and function from the dual purpose of feeding hungry surfers, and then getting them right back to the beach. Our surfboard rentals, surf shop, and even our surf surf shower are connected to the restaurant, and it is all just a few steps to the best waves in Tamarindo. The surf scene in Tamarindo tends to revolve around Eat at Joe’s. Everyone hangs here. Locals, tourists, kids, families, young and old, surfers and non surfers, from everywhere. Eat at Joe’s is the place to gather early in the morning before a sunrise surf, midday for lunch and surf, sunset surf and happy hour, and then basking the glow as the sun slips below the Pacific and the sky is painted in technicolor... dreaming, drinking, talking about the day’s best waves... and discussing the what the surf will be like tomorrow. Grab a rancho table on the beach for the best views of the waves! Big portions of tasty food at good prices. It’s not a gourmet restaurant. We effectively eliminated any claim at high-brow status with the “Nachos as Big as Your Ass” sign that has graced our entrance for the past decade. But just because we’re not fancy-pants (in fact, we don’t require pants. If you want to eat dinner dripping wet in your boardshorts or bikini, you will certainly not be alone) doesn’t mean we’re not serious about our food. Gourmet? Maybe not. Big Ass Nachos... you bet! We have some awesome dishes, and over the years we’ve added more and more of the cuisine we’ve been craving; like our very popular Sushi Bar and... --- > Grande Surf Report - October 11, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-10-11 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-october-11-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Video by David Merino (jiji) Music by Forever After --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - October 10 ,2012 - Published: 2012-10-10 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-10-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report A little stormy most of the day, many close outs. Low tide can be a little better. Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point.... --- > Avellanas Surf Report - October 9, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-10-09 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-october-9-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Rainy and a little disorganized but still good. Video by David Merino (jiji) Music by Forever After --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - October 8 , 2012 - Published: 2012-10-08 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-october-8-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Mostly small and closing out. Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and... --- > Avellanas Surf Report - October 5, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-10-05 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-october-5-2012-video/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Report Very nice waves early this morning! Video by David Merino (Jiji) Music by Spragga benz --- > Grande Surf Report - October 2, 2012 - Published: 2012-10-02 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-october-2-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Choppy and mostly close outs. Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests who wanted to learn to surf, Joe and... --- > Avellanas Surf Report - September 28, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-09-28 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-september-28-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Video by Jiji Music by Skalariak --- > Grande Surf Report- September 27, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-09-27 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-september-27-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Difficult waves today, that means nice wipe outs. Video by David Merino (jiji) Music by The Surfaris --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - September 26, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-09-26 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-26-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Im back! Too bad the big waves are not back too. Take note: the wind switched onshore around 10 am. Video by David Merino (jiji) Music by Caveman --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - September 22, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-09-22 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-22-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report SMALL... and the wind turned onshore around 9 am! I lost my only personal camera in the water in yesterday's graduation... so Im accepting tips to buy another one. So far Im $0 closer. --- > Experience the best travel experience at Witch's Rock Costa Rica Surf Camp. Greg Shelley shares his incredible time. - Published: 2012-09-21 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-best-travel-experience-we-have-had/ - Categories: Blog, Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews Testimonials like this makes us all warm and fuzzy on the inside. Even though we're not shy about telling people how much we love Witch's Rock Surf Camp... it's always better when a guest like Greg Shelley says it for us! We're like "Awwww, shucks, you're making us blush! " Greg Shelley scoring a sweet wave at Witch's Rock Surf Camp "Dear Joe and Holly, Just wanted drop you a note to let you what a great time every member of our group of 4 had at WRSC last week, and to thank you and the entire WR staff for a an overall excellent experience. More than one of us felt it was the best travel experience we have had. From the moment we contacted WRSC to the minute we were leaving, every detail was exactly as advertised, plus more. Our group, ranging in age from 49- 65, had never touched a surf board. To be honest, we were a little suspect of what we would experience, and were not expecting to leave feeling as confident and knowledgeable about surfing as each of us did. Hanging with Flash; Witch's Rock Surf Instructor for 10 years! In every business, success depends primarily upon great management and selection of the right employees. WRSC excels in both categories. From the excellent customer service arranging our trip (with several changes), to the coordination of our transport, to the friendly and professional front desk operations, to the excellent surf instructors who were not only talented in surfing, but great and patient teachers and motivators that quickly became friends (Andres and Flash were our primary instructors and we would definitely ask for them again! ), to the wonderful and charming (and hilarious) wait staff (especially Luis, Patricia and Ellie), and even the maids. Soaking in the sunset on the beach in Tamarindo Having travelled South and Central America on various occasions, I know how important it is to keep valuables locked at all times. Nonetheless, our group frequently left cameras, Ipads, laptops, cash, passports and other valuables unlocked and out in the open in our room. Not a single items was missing – a testament to the dedication and honesty of even the lowest level employees at WRSC. Your website does not even mention the onsite security that monitors anyone entering the premises. The surfing instruction and seminars (Andres and Kailani in particular) were outstanding,... --- > Grande Surf Report - September 21, 2012 - Published: 2012-09-21 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-september-21-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report For this week's graduation this morning we had small waves , waist high, perfect for beginners and perfect conditions. Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and... --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - September 19, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-09-19 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-19-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Only small waves. --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - September 18, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-09-18 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-18-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Afternoon report from Capitan Suizo with the intermediate group. Video by Jiji --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - September 17, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-09-17 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-17-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Some good rights at pico but better in front of the camp. Strong onshore wind at noon. --- > Little Hawaii Surf Report - September 15, 2012 - Published: 2012-09-15 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/little-hawaii-surf-report-september-15-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Advance Tour in Little Hawaii Kind of choppy but good size this morning. Justin James Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) – Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) Employee love Jorge Luis and lady The best drivers ever – Calin, Ulises and Randall OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! We had some professionals stop by Joe showing what he’s made of Otis Dancing! DCIM100GOPROG0010022. DCIM100GOPROG0100374. https://www. flickr. com/photos/tk_five_0/show/ OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA advanced surfer program costa rica advanced surf tours costa rica advanced surf tours tamarindo beginners surf lessons beginners surf school Tamarindo Surf School Tamarindo Surf School Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel Tamarindo Costa Rica DCIM101GOPROG0314491. DCIM101GOPROG0354598. DCIM101GOPROG0374673. DCIM101GOPROG0424804. Maxi Waxi ~ King of the Board Cage ~ The Surf Camp and Hotel have come a long way in the past 15 years. Here is a standard evening where guests and locals alike eat at Joe’s where they can enjoy a full ocean view and unbeatable service to wind down their “tough” day in paradise. “Stay here, surf there” With the best location in town, why would you stay anywhere else? Joe and Holly’s Dream has come an incredible long way from their school bus days. Now with 18 rooms at Witch’s Rock and 30 rooms at our sister resort, Pueblo Dorado Surf Hotel, we can find space for you any time of the year. Witch’s Rock Surf Camp from a bird’s eye view. The bird is probably looking to make a swift landing on the Penthouse’s rooftop balcony. Or maybe he’s just waiting for the band at Vaquero. Either way, he picked the right place to hang out. Who loves El Vaquero! ? This rancho-style bar was opened back in 2012 and is the BEST hangout in Tamarindo. Tasty food, Micro beers, and perfect waves right out front. Not to mention the live jams on the weekends! This is Witch’s Rock’s second official restaurant and offers a tasty menu and the friendliest staff in town. Straight in from the waves and right into a beer. Joe and Holly quickly found this little six-bedroom beach shack in Playas del Coco and rented out four of the rooms to guests. They purchased a panga boat to run daily trips to Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s point. As for the guests... --- > Avellanas Surf Report - September 13, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-09-13 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-september-13-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Better surf in the morning; it got choppy at around noon. --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - September 12, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-09-12 - Modified: 2025-04-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-12-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Lets welcome this swell with courage and positive attitude. Watch out for strong winds, sideshore this morning. --- > Grande Surf Report - September 11, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-09-11 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-september-11-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Nice conditions with a decent size. Video by David Merino Music by Flo rida records --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - September 10, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-09-10 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-september-10-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Good waves to start learning to surf. Video by David Merino (jiji) Music by Groundation --- > Grande Surf Report - September 8 , 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-09-08 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-september-8-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo is flat these days , only little waves fun for beginners but playa Grande has double the size, which isnt big really heheh. This was filmed on high tide but low tide should be good too. Video by David Merino (jiji) Music by Machinae Supremacy --- > Grande Surf Report - September 6, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-09-06 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-august-6-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Morning surf report from Playa Grande. The intermediate group had many good waves, the wind was good until around 10 am. Video by David Merino (jiji) Music by The Album Leaf - Descent --- > Green Alert Issued for Costa Rica's Pacific Coast: Aug. 30 - Sept. 2 - Published: 2012-08-31 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/green-alert-issued-for-costa-ricas-pacific-coast-aug-30-sept-2/ - Categories: Surf Report A new swell just hit Tamarindo! As of this morning (Friday August 31t), the waves here in Tamarindo increased to the overhead range, and spots more exposed to the south swell should be seeing even bigger waves. Here is yesterday's Tico Time's article regarding the Green Alert that was just issued for the Pacific coast of Costa Rica: "The National Emergency Commission (CNE) on Thursday issued a “Green Alert” (preventive) for the entire Pacific coast of Costa Rica, due to the arrival of high waves this weekend. A report from the University of Costa Rica's Ocean Sciences and Limnology Research Center said that a large extratropical cyclone in the South American Pacific caused a strong surge that is currently moving northward. The phenomenon could reach Costa Rican shores by Thursday and will likely pound beaches until Sunday. Maximum wave duration is predicted at 20-22 seconds per wave, a very strong break on the beach and similar to a recent phenomenon that flooded several properties and roads in Puntarenas province. Waves of up to 6-7 feet are expected, especially on Friday and Saturday, the report added. The CNE urged people to take precautions and warned tourists and small boat operators not to approach the mouths of rivers and beaches in the cantons of: Golfito, Osa, Aguirre, Parrita, Garabito, Esparza, Puntarenas, Nandayure, Hojancha, Nicoya, Santa Cruz, Carrillo, Liberia and La Cruz. " Today at 2pm the winds have been blowing onshore, so the conditions haven't been as good as they were earlier this morning. A nice rain shower has just started to clean things up though, so perhaps this afternoon will clean up. Hopefully the weather is nice tomorrow, as Saturday September 1st could be an excellent day for waves if the winds stay offshore / glassy. See you on the beach! --- > Surf Report - August 30, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-08-30 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-august-30-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Low/mid tide surf report from Avellanas. Video by David Merino (jiji) Music : el brinco del sapo --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - August 29 ,2012 (video) - Published: 2012-08-29 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-29-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report The day started with good waves at the river mouth, awesome rights and good lefts too. Many good ones but really crowded too. As the tide came up, the best waves were a little further away from the river. The wind got stronger (onshore) at around 10 am. Our beginner surf students got very good rides. Video by David Merino (jiji) Music by The Fashion Slaves --- > Grande Surf Report - August 28, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-08-28 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/grande-surf-report-august-28-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report We started todays intermediate tour with a very light onshore wind and a fun size wave. The wind got stronger around 10 am but waves were still fun. The bigger sets mostly closed out so it was a better idea to take advantage of the smaller ones, waist high. The river mouth in Tamarindo had good ones too , maybe better than Grande. Video by David Merino (jiji) Music by Lions in the street --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - August 27, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-08-27 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-27-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Good news, the waves are back! Rights and lefts in front of the camp, so choose which one you like best but the rights are looking better. The wind was very soft offshore until around 11 when it switched onshore and got stronger. Video by David Merino (JiJi) Music by Titofelix --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - August 20, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-08-20 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-20-2012-video-2/ - Categories: Surf Report Small but fun waves this afternoon. The bigger ones were right in front of the camp, both right and left and nicely shaped. We had a nice day and right after a beautiful sunset, the rain came. Music: Far Out Productions - Street Beatz Video: David Merino (JiJi) --- > Tamarindo Surf Report - August 18, 2012 (video) *Avellanas bonus* - Published: 2012-08-18 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-august-18-2012-video-avellanas-bonus-2/ - Categories: Surf Report Amazing swell we've had. For today's video I went in the river mouth, right where the action is. There were nicely shaped right waves with a light offshore wind. Around 10:30 the wind switched onshore but soon after that, a quick rain maintained the nice surfing conditions for longer. In the video I included footage from yesterday in Avellanas, awesome waves and there was a group of girls ripping, Roxy Team? . I hope you enjoy the music as much as me, its by Machinae Supremacy. --- > Getting Your Kids Stoked On Surfing - Published: 2012-08-10 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/getting-your-kids-stoked-on-surfing/ - Categories: Blog, How To (Do Everything) Surf Surfing is one of those special things in life that grabs ahold of you and turns your world upside down. All of a sudden your mind is consumed with thoughts of riding waves, wondering what the wind is going to do, setting your alarm for earlier than you used to set it, so on and so forth. The thrill of gliding across the open face of a wave is so strong you can't help but try and share that feeling with those around you, including your kids. Teaching your kids to surf can be an amazing, rewarding experience. Or it can backfire completely, making them hate the ocean, hate surfing, and resent you for dragging them to the beach over and over again (how horrible would that be? ! ). This blog post aims at keeping your kids stoked as they learn to love surfing as much as you do. #1 Teach Your Kids To Be Strong Swimmers. Before introducing your child to the ocean, make sure she is a confident swimmer. Teach her the basics with swim lessons at the local pool or enroll her in the Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety Program. Make sure she can tread water without getting anxious or scared. Regardless of age, having confidence in one's swimming abilities is the first most important achievement on the path to becoming a good surfer. Start out in a familiar swimming pool, then transition to swimming in the ocean on small days (little or no breaking waves). #2 Don't Try To Convince Your Kids To Love Surfing. Kids will decide on their own whether they love surfing or not. The more you ask them if they want to go surfing, the less they will want to do it. This logic makes no sense but it is true. The best thing you can do is to actually stop asking your kids if they want to go surfing. Instead, make sure to pack an extra boogie board or surfboard when you take your family to the beach. Your child will watch you paddle out to catch some waves, and sooner or later he will want to try surfing too. The goal here is to make your child think that learning to surf was his idea, not yours. If he feels pressured to surf, he'll grow to resent it. #3 Start With A Boogie Board. Boogie boards are... --- > Playa Grande Surf Report - August 10 2012 - Published: 2012-08-10 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-august-10-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Guest student and WRSC instructor Paco There were some fun waves today at Playa Grande. Chest high waves with the occasional head high set, provided waves for all levels today. The beginner group had their graduation today and stepped it up in some bigger surf! Nice off-shore winds in the morning and then it switched on-shore in the afternoon. Overcast skys provided a little break from the heat today, I was even getting a little chilled while paddling out today. Paco doing a nice bs turn --- > Playa Grande Surf Report - August 9, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-08-09 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-august-9-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Surf was really fun today at Playa Grande today. Some head high sets rolled through and they had some nice shape to them. A big improvement since yesterday morning. Nice and glassy, off-shore breeze until about 10' o'clock... . . really fun day. --- > Join the fun as a surfing puppy dog gets a big barrel on a sunny day in Playa Tamarindo. It is a sight to behold! - Published: 2012-08-02 - Modified: 2025-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfing-puppy-dog-gets-big-barrel-in-tamarindo-costa-rica-surf-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Nice sunny day today here in Playa Tamarindo. Small waves though. Don't get too upset, today is the perfect day to take the dogs surfing! That's right dogs like to surf too! And this dog rips, he's on the nose the whole time! Wind was off-shore pretty much all day, just a little period of onshore, and it did little to affect the waves. Tides for tomorrow Aug. 3rd: Lowtide @ 9:24am Hightide @ 3:37pm --- > Playa Grande Surf Report - July 31, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-07-31 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-31-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report The waves directly in front are not so impressive, the swell has definitely dropped a bit here in Tamarindo. No worries... . hop on a boat or walk a little ways down the beach, and you can find some waves. The intermediate group scored some fun surf in the chest/shoulder high range. Man the wind has really been great the last couple days. Strong off-shore winds this morning quickly lightened up to mild off-shore winds... . and stayed that way for the rest of the day. Looks like the swell is going to stay in the small range for the next couple days. Then, looking at the charts, Friday night we might see a new SSW swell in the 4-6ft range continuing until next week. Cross your fingers folks video by David Merino --- > Playa Grande Surf Report July 27 2012 - Published: 2012-07-27 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-27-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Surf definitely improved since yesterday. The beginners headed over to Playa Grande for their graduation trip and scored some great waves! Waves were in the shoulder high range with nice glassy conditions. Unlike yesterday, the wind stayed off-shore all day today, which made the waves even better. Tides today... . high tide @ 8:39 am... Low tide @ 2:56 pm Tides for tomorrow July 28th... High tide @ 9:42 am... Low tide @4:01 pm Andreas (WRSC surf instructor) (WRSC student) (WRSC student) Zack (WRSC surf instructor) --- > Avellanas Surf Report - July 25, 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-07-26 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-july-25-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report ... . Surf dropped a little bit today. But there was still some fun waves to be had. Avellanas still had some decent sized sets, ranging from chest to head high waves. The wind has been great over the last couple days with today being no exception. Off-shore all day today so far, and its a beautiful sunny day. Later! Im going surfing... . Music: Mr. President - Coco Jambo Video: DAvid Merino (jiji) --- > Playa Tamarindo Surf Report July 26 (video) - Published: 2012-07-26 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/10743/ - Categories: Surf Report ... Waves today were definitely smaller here in Tamarnido. Time to bust out the longboards and mess around. Waves coming in the waist high range today. No more head high drainers in the rivermouth... sorry folks. Although, the wind was nice and off-shore in the a. m. . But then in the afternoon the wind switched on-shore and killed the fun. Tides for tomorrow: we got a high tide at 8:39 am and a low tide at 2:56pm. --- > Avellanas Surf Report July 18 (video) - Published: 2012-07-19 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/avellanas-surf-report-july-18-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Some fun waves today at Avellanas. Waves coming in the waist high range with some bigger sets. Nice off-shore wind in the morning and it stayed pretty much the same all day. The weather was nice, there wasn't a lick rain all day. Soo nice. --- > Tamarindo Surf Report July 16 (video) - Published: 2012-07-16 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-16-video/ - Categories: Surf Report We had a pretty nice day of surf here at Playa Tamarindo. Great day to bust out the longboards and mess around in the water. Winds have been kind to us as well. There was a nice off-shore breeze in the morning then switching to on-shore. No worries though because the off-shore wind came back in the afternoon. Around 4 o'clock the river mouth started to turn as we started to see the first signs of the new swell. Bet my bottom dollar there is going to be some fun solid head high waves tomorrow. See ya surfing! Tides Tomorrow: Low Tide: 7:32am High Tide: 1:40pm --- > Tamarindo Surf Report July 15th - Published: 2012-07-15 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-15th/ - Categories: Surf Report The waves were small today, but man was it nice out. Winds were off-shore in the morning as well as the late afternoon. It was sunny all day today with no rain in sight. It was a great day to jump in the water for sure. The best time to surf today was in the late afternoon after 4 o'clock on the low tide. It was about waist to chest high with the occasional head high set. Probably going to be about the same tomorrow as well, so get out there! Tides for tomorrow: Low: 6:32 am High: 12:53 pm --- > Playa Grande Surf Report July 14th 2012 (video) - Published: 2012-07-14 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-14th-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report The advanced group went to Playa Grande and scored some good waves. Early this morning the wind was off-shore and conditions, super clean. Little bit more swell today, even some head-high sets rolling through. Then around 11 am the wind switched and kind of killed the waves. Shot / Edited by David Merino --- > Experience genuine connections at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. And that's what happens when you visit, friendships for life! - Published: 2012-07-13 - Modified: 2025-05-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/and-thats-what-happens-when-you-come-to-witchs-rock-surf-camp/ - Categories: Blog We just got an email from two of our 5+ time repeat offender guests Stu and Donna (hi guys! ), who sent us these fun photos of them with Cory and Cread (also 5-time repeaters), who they originally met here at WRSC and who they now meet up with in other parts of the world. And that's what happens when you come to WRSC , whether alone, with friends, or with your family. You meet people that you actually want to stay in contact with. Not just the occasional Facebook post kind of contact but legit, let's plan an adventure together, kind of contact. Hell, that's how I ended up traveling to Japan for three weeks! For those of you who want to join our Wall of Shame (as Stu himself called it), drop us a line or send a shout-out to the buds that you have met while here at WRSC. We're always stoked to know that we've been a catalyst for great friendships and adventures. --- > Playa Grande Surf Report July 13 2012 - Published: 2012-07-13 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-grande-surf-report-july-13-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report The ocean looked flat here in Tamarindo, but the intermediate group got some fun waves at Playa Grande(which is only a ten minute boat ride). Waves were in the waist to chest high range and conditions were great. Definitely worth it to jump in the ocean. The water was crystal clear and the wind was off-shore. Just the way we like it! Looks like the surf is going to continue to be mellow for the next couple days. Maybe a tiny bit bigger. So come by tomorrow to stay updated! --- > Tamarindo Surf Report July 8th 2012 - Published: 2012-07-08 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-8th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Some fun waves today out in front of Witchs Rock Surf Camp. Started off as a beautiful sunny day followed by overcast conditions in the afternoon. Fun medium size waves, today great for all levels today. The river mouth started going off around 12:30 with some fast hollow rights. Tides for tomorrow High: 6:48 am Low:12:55 pm --- > Congratulations on 25 Years Tom and Dana!! - Published: 2012-07-06 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/congratulations-on-25-years-tom-and-dana/ - Categories: Blog Congratulations on 25 Years! We here at WRSC were thrilled to help our recent guest Tom Atwood arrange a surprise wedding vow renewal ceremony for his wife of 25 years, Dana. The two lovebirds strolled along the beach and renewed their vows in an intimate ceremony in front of the ocean and mountains right outside of our camp. Tom and Dana are from Marietta, Georgia, where he is a 25-year veteran of the Cobb County Police Department and she is the Regional Sales Director for UniPro Foodservice. We asked Tom and Dana what the secret is for 25 years of marriage. "Realize that though you love each other, there will be many days when you don't like each other! But in the heat of an argument, ALWAYS kiss goodnight," said Dana. "If something happened to your spouse, would the fight that you had really matter 6 months or a year later? No? Then leave it be, and let him be right (even when he's not! ). " Congratulations on 25 years, you guys! Here's to another 25 more! --- > Tamarindo Surf Report July 4th 2012 - Published: 2012-07-04 - Modified: 2012-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-july-4th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report With the swell coming in due south, Tamarindo was smaller than a lot of the others spots. Good day to bust out the fun shapes today. Still, there was a lot of fun surf for all levels today. It was sunny all day... ... . until a crazy rain storm hit! Edited By JiJi Music by Mrnadroj --- > Playa Avellanas Surf Report - Friday morning June 22nd 2012 - Published: 2012-06-22 - Modified: 2012-06-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/playa-avellanas-surf-report/ - Categories: Surf Report There was a little bit of surf early this morning before the tide dropped out. These photos are from around 7am in Playa Avellanas, with local surfers Paco and Trey getting a few nice ones despite the drop in size. In Tamarindo the wind was on it from daybreak and it wasn't very good. These winds have been pretty strong the last few days, which is very unseasonal. The surf forecast looks like we're going to continue to get some poor winds, so try to wake up early and hit the beachbreaks as the early AM high tide creeps up over the next few days. Tides for today: Low Tide: 10:34am High Tide: 4:47pm --- > Stay updated with the Tamarindo Surf Report with Robert August. Get the latest on wave conditions and surf fun in Tamarindo. - Published: 2012-06-21 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-surf-report-with-robert-august-joe-walsh-june-21st-2012-video/ - Categories: Surf Report Hola Tamarindo and the rest of the surfing world. Yes, the wind is onshore, but we still have some waves. This afternoon the high tide is bringing a few sets in the stomach to chest high range at best. Its pretty junky, but you can still get a couple decent rides. Join us tomorrow for the Radio 2 Witch's Rock Pirate Radio Show with Evan Luck and Joe Walsh live from Eat @ Joe's. The festivities begin at 5pm with Happy Hour drink specials, see you on the beach. --- > Witch's Rock Pirate Radio- now live on 99.5 fm Radio 2 - Published: 2012-06-18 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-pirate-radio-now-live-on-99-5-fm-radio-2/ - Categories: Blog - Tags: Blog, Radio, Surf Packages Check out our latest newsletter written by Joe Walsh, the founder of Witch's Rock Surf Camp:"Its Joe Walsh here, I can't believe its the middle of June already, time is just flying by! Down here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp things are going great. The waves have been really fun lately. The weather has been nice, with a few rainy days here and there, but mostly it has been blue skies and warm water. Everyone is finally starting to catch their breath after the busy high season. With so much going on lately, now is a great time to be in Tamarindo. Witch's Rock Pirate Radio - Live every Friday 5-7pm on 99. 5 fm Radio 2As some of you might know, I've been doing the surf reports for Costa Rica's Radio 2 for the last few years. I was honored when Radio 2 asked me to co-host a weekly surf show with Evan Luck. Witch's Rock Pirate Radio can now be heard every Friday from 5-7pm on Costa Rica's 99. 5 fm. The show is broadcast live from the Eat @ Joe's restaurant within Witch's Rock Surf Camp. You can listen to the show live on the Radio 2 website. If you're in the Tamarindo area, stop by WRSC during the show for drink specials and good fun. We'll see you there! Single Travelers Special offered indefinitelyThe surf camp has always been popular with solo travelers looking to experience the pura vida surf vibe that WRSC provides. Sometimes you're ready to travel but none of your friends can join you. We understand, that's why we started the Single Travelers Special. For $825, solo travelers can spend a week at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, taking advantage of any of our surf programs. With savings like that, we'll probably be seeing you at the camp a little more often! Enter to win a weekend for 2 at Volcano Brewing CompanyOur new sister resort Volcano Brewing Company offers a hotel, restaurant and microbrewery overlooking the Tenorio Volcano and Lake Arenal. You'll love the food, the beer, the view and the vibe. To celebrate our first 6 months of being open, we decided to hold a contest and give away some free vacations. CLICK HERE to enter (and hopefully win)! I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support. Witch's Rock Surf Camp is now in it's 12th year... --- > Surf Report for Monday, June 18th 2012 - Published: 2012-06-18 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-june-18th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report With some decent waves today the conditions still onshore at the afternoon and choppy. Pico Grande and Pequeno was one the best options to surf today in Tamarindo because the waves was open ride some times. The main break made good left and rights waves good to bring the long board and having fun with some chest to shoulder high sizes waves. Local Surfer Victor Local Surfer Local Surfer Randall and Wilfredo Having Fun Josimar Surf Instructor Tamarindo High Tide for Tuesday: 02:42 7. 94 ft,14:48 8. 67 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 08:33 1. 59 ft, 21:03 0. 62 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Sunday, June 17th 2012 - Published: 2012-06-17 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-june-17th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Today the new swell stared this morning the conditions were pretty fun with glassy and cloudy day in Tamarindo. The river mouth was good with open rides but the left was the best choice to surf there but the main break left and right was another option to surf but the wind change around noon and make the conditions choppy and some waves close up. With some 3ft to 5ft on the sets the new swell made good waves just a little disorganized normal for first day. Guest Student Guest Student Guest Student Tamarindo Wave Guest Student Guest Student High Tide for Monday: 02:00 7. 66 ft,14:07 8. 48 ft Low Tide for Monday: 07:50 1. 81 ft, 20:24 0. 86 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Saturday, June 16th 2012 - Published: 2012-06-16 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-june-14th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Today was a trip to Avellanas and the conditions were sunny and onshore wind all the afternoon but some waves still open to ride. The sizes for today was 2ft to 4ft on the set and all the breaks ( La purruja,Lola's,Palo seco ) was decent and made left and rights to having fun rides and good time there. Guest Student Guest Student Jorge Luis Surf Instructor Guest Student Guest Student High Tide for Sunday: 01:15 7. 39 ft,13:24 8. 28 ft Low Tide for Sunday: 07:06 1. 99 ft, 19:44 1. 14 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Thursday, June 14th 2012 - Published: 2012-06-14 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-14th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Sunny and hot day in Tamarindo but nice to jump to the water and refreshing a little bit. The conditions for today were onshore and choppy but some waves still open to ride and having fun. Chest to shoulder high was the sizes on the set at the main break and similar at Pico pequeno both spots make decent waves and open rides. Surf Student Surf Student Manrique Local Surfer Tourist Surfer Surf Student High Tide for Friday: 11:50 8. 00 ft Low Tide for Friday: 05:25 2. 11 ft, 18:12 1. 64 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, June 13th 2012 - Published: 2012-06-13 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-june-13th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report I was raining all day in Tamarindo and made conditions a little offshore. The Pico pequeno make some decent rides left and right but the main break still the best spot to surf and the left was the great option to having a long rides almost finish at the river mouth. The river mouth was fun for a little bit but not the best choice to surf in Tamarindo for today. With some chest to shoulder high on the sets the waves was fun to bring a longboard to surf. Surf Student Guest Student Tamarindo Tamarindo Wave Kike Local Surfer High Tide for Thursday: 10:58 8. 00 ft, 23:32 7. 09 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 04:29 1. 95 ft, 17:19 1. 78 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, June 12th 2012 - Published: 2012-06-12 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-june-12th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Soft offshore wind and sunny day the conditions for today were good to go surfing this morning in Tamarindo. The river mouth making decent waves ( Left and Right ) and the main break was another choice to surf but more for the beginner to having fun and made some nice rides. Chest to shoulder high was the sizes for today and open rides. Pura Vida Guest Student Guest Student Local Surfer Guest Student Jorge Luis Surf Instructor High Tide for Wednesday: 10:03 8. 13 ft, 22:33 7. 16 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 03:33 1. 64 ft, 16:21 1. 77 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Monday, June 11th 2012 - Published: 2012-06-11 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-june-11th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Nice day today in Tamarindo to surf and make some good wave in the morning. The conditions was pretty good glassy and a little cloudy but the sun show up for a little bit. The sizes for today was shoulder to head hihg on the sets and the main break was the best spot to surf with open rides but Pico pequeno was another option surf and made the day surfing in Tamarindo. Guest Student Guest Student Tamarindo Wave Josimar Surf Instructor Guest Student Guest Student High Tide for Tuesday: 09:07 8. 38 ft, 21:33 7. 41 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 02:38 1. 20 ft, 15:21 1. 60 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Sunday, June 10th 2012 - Published: 2012-06-10 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-june-10th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Great Sunday to be with the family or friends and having fun on the water. Open rides at the main break with some shoulder to head high on the sets and Pico pequeno the left was another option to surf and the river mouth was slow but fun when start the low tide. David Surf Instructor Guest Student Paco Surf Instructor Jeff Surfer Guy Mark Surf Student High Tide for Monday: 08:12 8. 72 ft, 20:34 7. 83 ft Low Tide for Monday: 01:44 0. 66 ft, 14:22 1. 29 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Thursday, June 7th 2012 - Published: 2012-06-07 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-7th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Today the conditions was onshore and choppy but some waves was open and fun to ride. The river mouth around noon making some rights wave but in the afternoon around high tide pico pequeno was the spot for all the local get crazy and make some tricks. With some chest to head high on the sets today was fun day to surf in Tamarindo. Pura Vida Surf Student Tamarindo Wave Surf Student Alex WRSC Staff Surf Student Tamarindo River Mouth High Tide for Friday: 05:33 9. 69 ft, 17:51 9. 50 ft Low Tide for Friday: 11:37 0. 08 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, June 6th 2012 - Published: 2012-06-06 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-june-6th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report With some chest to head high today the conditions were glassy, cloudy and hot day. The waves was breaking good in Pico Pequeno because left and right was a good option for the locals to surf there but the main break was another option to surf and having fun on the water. Guest Surfer Guest Surfer Pico Pequeno Wave Laura Surfer Girl Tourist Student High Tide for Thursday: 04:41 9. 80 ft, 16:58 9. 93 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 10:43 −0. 18 ft, 23:11 −0. 78 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Saturday, June 2nd 2012 - Published: 2012-06-02 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-2nd-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Fun day in Avellanas and glassy conditions for a little bit. The waves was with decent sizes and open rides (Left and Right) at Palo Seco and the river mouth making some nice sizes to ripping and made the day. With some shoulder to head high on the set Avellanas was pretty fun to be there and enjoy the day surfing in a sunny day. Guest Student Guest Student Guest Student Guest Student Guest Student Guest Student High Tide for Sunday: 01:08 8. 63 ft, 13:28 9. 83 ft Low Tide for Sunday: 07:05 0. 32 ft, 19:46 −0. 46 ft First Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Thursday, June 1st 2012 - Published: 2012-05-31 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-1st-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Dark and cloudy morning today the conditions for today with glassy and clean waves. The waves for today was 3ft on the set but a new swell is coming this weekend with good waves for the area. The best spot for today was the main break because left and right still open the river mouth made some good ones but a little slow the set when the waves coming not bad day in Tamarindo to keep practices or just relaxing on the warm water. Jen Guest Student Guest Student Molly Guest Student Guest Student Kate Guest Student WRSC Staff and Clients High Tide for Friday: 11:35 9. 00 ft Low Tide for Friday: 05:06 0. 97 ft, 17:53 0. 49 ft First Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, May 30th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-30 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-may-30th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Small day in Tamarindo but nice to used a longboard and having fun taking some waves and do funny tricks ( headstand, nose rides or sleeping on the board ). The conditions was glassy and sunny day fun to be on the water. With some waist to shoulder high the waves help to making open rides at the main break and some at the river mouth but still a little more time waiting for the set coming. Guest Student Guest Student Local Surfer Guest Student Guest Student High Tide for Thursday: 10:36 8. 61 ft, 23:09 7. 78 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 04:05 1. 17 ft, 16:52 0. 93 ft First Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, May 29th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-29 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-may-29th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Nice sunny morning and glassy conditions in Tamarindo. The waves for today was a little small but fun to bring a longboard and made the day surfing with friends. The main break was nice with left and right waves breaking and the river mouth the left was the best option but some decent right breaking too. With some chest to shoulder high on the set Tamarindo was a fun day to surf. Pura Vida Surf Girl Andre Surf Instructor Surf Student Tamarindo Wave Tourist Surfer Guest Student High Tide for Wednesday: 09:37 8. 31 ft, 22:07 7. 54 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 03:06 1. 24 ft, 15:51 1. 26 ft First Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, May 22th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-22 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-may-22th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report With the swell going down Tamarindo today was small but fun to bring a long board and having good time on the water with friends. The conditions was a soft onshore, cloudy and hot day. The sizes was chest to shoulder high waves on the set and the main break be the best spot to surf in Tamarindo. Guest Student Tourist Student Guest Student Guest Student Tamarindo Wave Having Fun in Tamarindo High Tide for Wednesday: 04:22 8. 22 ft, 16:29 8. 67 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 10:14 1. 12 ft, 22:40 0. 34 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Monday, May 21th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-21 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-may-21th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Clean condition this afternoon in Tamarindo with some wind but not bad at all. The main break still the best choice to surf in a cloudy and some times sunny day. With some shoulder to head high on the set fun day to surf and surf some good left was clean and open. The right was breaking a little more fast but another option to ride and having fun surfing. Katie Guest Student Anthony Guest Surfer Surfer Girl Tamarindo Wave Local Surfer Local Surfer Local Surfer Tamarindo Wave High Tide for Tuesday: 03:44 8. 16 ft, 15:51 8. 75 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 09:36 1. 12 ft, 22:03 0. 29 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Sunday, May 20th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-20 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-may-20th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Raining day in Tamarindo and the was was small but fun to bring a longboard make some rides. The river mouth make some good waves at the Low Tide but in the high tide the main break was the best option to surf left and right waves. The sizes for today was chest to head high on the sets. Bea Surfer Girl Guest Surfer Surfer Girl Sofia WRSC Staff Tamarindo Wave High Tide for Monday: 03:06 8. 04 ft, 15:13 8. 74 ft Low Tide for Monday: 08:58 1. 18 ft, 21:27 0. 34 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Experience the best possible mom-daughter week ever at WRSC. Enjoy top-notch service, food, and surf instruction in Tamarindo. - Published: 2012-05-18 - Modified: 2024-11-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-best-possible-mom-daughter-week-ever/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp - Tags: Pura Vida, Surfing An e-mail from one of our past guests... Thank you, thank you for the most epic (although short! ) week at WRSC! Meghan and I had the time of our lives. You people are top notch in every way; service, food, instruction, ambiance and just plain fun! We cannot wait for a return visit... many thanks to Daniel from Megfor the epic coaching, and to J. Luis from me for actually making a surfer out of a middle aged accountant! ! Tamarindo has stolen our hearts, and we have found our inner beach girls again. The best possible mom-daughter week ever. --- > Surf Report for Thursday, May 17th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-17 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-may-17th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Nice conditions this morning in Tamarindo with offshore wind and sunny day. The river mouth was good making some barrels and open rides. The afternoon was the totally the opposite because the wind change to onshore and was choppy and close up but some waves still open to ride and having fun. The size for today was shoulder to head high on the sets. Guest Student Evelyn Surfer Girl Guest Student Next Pro Surfer Tamarindo River Mouth High Tide for Friday: 01:01 7. 48 ft, 13:15 8. 33 ft Low Tide for Friday: 06:57 1. 51 ft, 19:34 0. 93 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Intermediate Surf Tours with Flash...a testimonial - Published: 2012-05-15 - Modified: 2025-02-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/intermediate-surf-tours-with-flash-a-testimonial/ - Categories: Blog ... . . Hey Folks,Although it has been a couple of months since my last trip I wanted to write to you with a testimonial about the intermediate tours. Maybe you can use it on the website. If not, hopefully this will just serve as a compliment from a satisfied customer. Please pass this along to Joe, Yana, Flash and the rest of the gang. Also, always know... I LOVE YOU GUYS. After 2 prior trips to WRSC I was looking to up the degree of difficulty a bit and for perhaps a little more adventure. Don’t get me wrong, the waves out front of the camp are great but I wanted to mix it up a bit; so I consulted with the guy that I now look at as my own personal WRSC surf guide not to mention a good friend... FlashImmediately Flash said to step up to the intermediate tours. I, as usual, was concerned whether I had the ability. He put me at ease with the usual “Siiiii... bro” and told me he would be right by my side every step of the way. So the next morning, at 0600 I was on the van headed to some unknown destination so exited I couldn’t see straight! -Flash & friends-... . . What followed was a week of adventure with trips to Avelllanas, Marbella and what has come to become my favorite spot... La Finca. Great waves, great new friends and an experience I will never forget. Bottom line: the most epic week of surfing of my life not to mention a closer bonding experience with the small group that is with you on the intermediate tours. This new program is absolutely awesome! Make sure that the intermediate tours are here to stay. Perhaps just as important is making sure you keep Flash as the leader of that program. In my opinion he makes the program happen and without him it just wouldn’t work. He is a key component because he just has a special way of making you feel comfortable both in and out of the water. In the water, no matter what your ability he puts you at ease. For the surfers just making the transition from beginner status, he paddled out with them to give the necessary support and safety even when it got a little heavy. For others like me just looking to... --- > Surf Report for Sunday, May 13th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-13 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-may-13th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Wind was crazy today ~one minute onshore,offshore the next. Nice, clean conditions in the a. m. , with some fun sets rolling through on the main beach . Overall a hot day, with some large patches of clouds rolling through. That south swell pulse starting to show and luckily for us, the wind turned offshore in the late afternoon, just in time for an evening session. El Estero was going off tonight, with sets in the head high+ range, lefts and rights on tap. Swell should stick around through tomorrow, and then start to slowly back off - get some!   Guest Student   Guest Student   Guest Student       Guest Student       Guest Student   Guest Student   Guest Student       Tamarindo Wave High Tide for Monday: 09:45 8. 08 ft, 22:12 7. 38 ft Low Tide for Monday: 03:15 1. 11 ft, 15:59 1. 50 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!           --- > Surf Report for Saturday, May 12th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-12 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-may-12th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Great day in Playa Grande with offshore wind and sunny day perfect conditions to be there. The waves was pretty decent because both sides still open and some waves make a nice barrels in different s directions. With a head to some over head sizes grande was on fire today for all the surfers to do great tricks and made the early surf session in Grande.   Playa Grande Wave       Jorge Luis Surf Instructor       Guest Student       Andres Surf Instructor       Guest Student       Andre Surf Instructor       Party Wave       Guest Surfing   High Tide for Sunday: 08:42 8. 31 ft, 21:07 7. 69 ft Low Tide for Sunday: 02:14 0. 64 ft, 14:52 1. 28 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!         --- > Surf Report for Thursday, May 10th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-10 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-may-10th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report A lot a people today on the beach having fun Surfing, Playing Bally ball or just hang out with friends and the conditions still onshore in the afternoon and made the waves sometime close up and choppy. With some shoulder to head high sizes Tamarindo today was fun for the longboarders to ride nice right and shortboarders do fun tricks. Pico pequeno make some open rides but at front to the parking lot was the best option to surf today.   Tamarindo       Happy WRSC Staff   Guest Student       Tourist Surfer       Flash and Karine Having fun.       Tamarindo Wave   High Tide for Friday: 06:43 9. 06 ft, 18:07 9. 44 ft Low Tide for Friday: 00:20 −0. 49 ft, 12:47 0. 38 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, May 9th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-09 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-may-9th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Unfortunately, the wind turned onshore early on today, wreaking havoc on any swell that managed to pump through into Tamarindo. As luck would have it, the wind stayed throughout the afternoon and into the evening, leaving the ocean and what could have been some fun, shreddable waves, bumpy and crummy. Let's hope for clear skies and better conditions for tomorrow! Or... put that beer down and get some shut-eye for that dawn patrol.   Guest Student       Guest Student       Tamarindo Wave       Guest Student   High Tide for Thursday: 05:48 9. 42 ft, 18:07 9. 44 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 11:50 −0. 12 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, May 8th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-08 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-may-8th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report With the raining show up this afternoon in Tamarindo the conditions were glassy and clean waves. Today you could find the majoriy of locals at Pico Pequeño b/c for today, that's where the best waves were coming through - both rights and lefts. The parking lot was another option to surf b/c some good left and rights making good to do great trick on the board and having fun surfing.   Local Surfer   Junior Local Surfer   Local Surf       Tamarindo Wave       Tourist Surfer   High Tide for Wednesday: 04:55 9. 66 ft, 17:14 9. 97 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 10:56 −0. 52 ft, 23:28 −0. 97 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Monday, May 7th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-07 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-may-7th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report The onshore still in Tamarindo almost all day but the raining show up around 5 pm and chance the conditions to offshore. The waves still open at pico pequeno and making nice left, the parking lot was another option more for the beginners because the waves was open mostly the time. The sizes was 2ft to 4ft on the sets better at the end to the afternoon to do some nice trick and having fun.   Guest Student       Guest Student       Guest Student       Guest Student       Tourist Surfer       Tamarindo Wave     High Tide for Tuesday: 04:04 9. 71 ft, 16:22 10. 31 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 10:05 −0. 73 ft, 22:37 −1. 29 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Sunday, May 6th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-06 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-may-6th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Back to Tamarindo and today the conditions were choppy and onshore wind all day. Not bad at all because at front to the parking lot some waves still open to do a nice ride and finish at the river mouth with good swell on the area. With some head to almost over head on the sets in Tamarindo. Pico Grande Pico Pequeno was decent and the rights and lefts was good options to surf and make some tricks and having fun.   Guest Student         Guest Student         Tamarindo Wave         Guest Student       Guest Student       Tamarindo Wave   High Tide for Monday: 03:13 9. 57 ft, 15:32 10. 42 ft Low Tide for Monday: 09:13 −0. 73 ft, 21:47 −1. 38 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf & Sky Trek Monteverde Report for Friday, May 4th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-04 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-sky-trek-monteverde-report-for-friday-may-4th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report ... . . (*Photographer Rafa Sandoval went to Arenal for 2 days to see what Volcano Brewing Company was all about. Tide and swell info located below! ) Today we did a trip to Monteverde and where Mr . Tadeo Morales waiting for us to show amazing adventure with zipline in Costa Rica Sky Adventures. The experience is indescribable with a lot adrenaline in all the lines. The guide be great to explain about the zipline and the locations (Animals, Birds and the forest) the weather was a little cold with some rain but is part to the adventures. The view was one the best thing and see different s animals and having fun there. Pura Vida   Quetzal Nacional bird from Guatemala   Sky Trek Monteverde       Martin coming in hot       Shaun going crazy       Tour Guide Sky Trek       Martin, Tadeo, Shaun   Waves are looking fun for the next few days so get out there and get on it. Our normal surf report will be back tomorrow. For more info go to swell report at Swellinfo. com High Tide for Saturday: 01:32 8. 75 ft, 13:52 9. 88 ft Low Tide for Saturday: 07:30 −0. 14 ft, 20:07 −0. 85 ft First Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf & Jungle Report for Thursday, May 3rd 2012 - Published: 2012-05-03 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-may-3rd-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report ... . . (*Photographer Rafa Sandoval went to Arenal for 2 days to see what Volcano Brewing Company was all about. Tide and swell info located below! ) Nice day to be in the Volcano Brewing in Tilaran north to Tamarindo and having a relaxing day there. The raining show up at the afternoon but nice weather and quiet place to find yourself. With the nice view to the lake of Arenal, great people and comfortable place to do different activities on the area the Volcano Brewing a place to having fun.   Bolillo, Minor and Alonso     Guest enjoy it the view     Volcano Brewing     The Volcano Brewing     The Services     Alonso having fun on the horse     As far as the waves, our fun run of swell looks to continue for the next week. The Tamarindo Rivermouth will be in the waist to shoulder-high range with the occasional head-high set. Standout breaks will see head-plus sets. Look for a bump in the swell on Sunday the 6th and Monday the 7th. For more info go to swell report at Swellinfo. com   High Tide for Friday: 00:39 8. 21 ft, 13:01 9. 34 ft Low Tide for Friday: 06:38 0. 34 ft, 19:16 −0. 30 ft First Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Monday, April 30th 2012 - Published: 2012-05-01 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-30th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Onshore conditions but some open waves to ride. The river mouth make some good left and finish another side to the river. Pico Pequeno make some left to having fun with 2ft to 4ft on the sets. h Tamarindo Wave     Party Wave     Tamarindo     Manrique Local Surfer     Surfer Student       Tamarindo Wave     High Tide for Tuesday: 09:15 7. 34 ft, 19:41 7. 31 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 02:44 1. 49 ft, 21:40 7. 08 ft First Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, May 1st 2012 - Published: 2012-05-01 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-may-1st-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Nice morning to be on the water with a great glassy conditions. The left at the river mouth was on fire making really open to do some snap, airs, nose ride whatever you want. With some shoulder to head high on the sets to day was a little small then yesterday but good to be relaxing on the water. Tamarindo Wave     Local Surfer     Tamarindo Wave     Local Surfer     Tamarindo Wave     Guest Student   High Tide for Wednesday: 11:13 8. 11 ft, 23:43 7. 68 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 04:43 1. 23 ft, 17:26 0. 95 ft First Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Sunday, April 29th 2012 - Published: 2012-04-29 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-29th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report With the new swell stared today the conditions for today was offshore wind until 9 am because the wind change to onshore. With some shoulder to head high waves Tamarindo today make nice sizes and open rides at front to the parking lot. The River mouth was small but fun to be with a longboard and made the day on the water. Surf Student     Guest Student     Tamarindo Wave     Marissa Guest Stuedent     Happy WRSC Staff       Guest Student   High Tide for Monday: 09:15 7. 34 ft, 19:41 7. 31 ft Low Tide for Monday: 02:44 1. 49 ft, 21:40 7. 08 ft First Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, April 24th 2012 - Published: 2012-04-24 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-april-24th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report The nice conditions still in Tamarindo offshore wind and sunny day. This morning the river mouth was a good spot to be because left and right was a choice to surf . The parking lot was the best option at the afternoon with really nice left to ride and almost finish at the river mouth and the right was nice to do some tricks and killing. The sizes was small 2ft to 4ft but fun to be with a longboard or shortboard and having fun on the water. Jorge Luis Surf Instructor     Pico Grande Wave     Carlos Local Surfer Local Surfer     River Mouth Wave High Tide for Wednesday: 05:21 7. 97 ft, 17:29 8. 32 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 11:13 0. 99 ft, 23:40 0. 47 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Saturday, April 21th 2012 - Published: 2012-04-21 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-april-21th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report The rough conditions still in the area with a cloudy and hot day. Avellanas make some open rides to having fun just the rip tide was a little strong down there. Tamarindo was a little similar to Avellanas but some left and right be open to do some trick or just ride the wave. With some 2ft to 4 ft on the set decent day to be on the water and jump to surf. Pura Vida Guest Student Guest Student Guest Student     Jorge Luis Surf Instructor Having fun High Tide for Sunday: 03:30 8. 25 ft, 15:40 8. 85 ft Low Tide for Sunday: 09:25 0. 60 ft, 21:52 0. 04 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, April 18th 2012 - Published: 2012-04-18 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-april-18th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report With the raining show up today a little bit the condition were glassy and soft breeze. The parking lot make good left and right waves good to do some tricks or be with the longboard and do some nose ride and having fun. With shoulder to head high the waves was pretty decent today and the river mouth was the best spot at the mid tide to ride a nice right waves. Tourist Student     Tourist Surfer Rex Local Surfer Andree Surf Instructor Guest Student   Tamarindo Wave   High Tide for Thursday: 01:32 7. 79 ftt, 13:50 8. 49 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 07:34 0. 87 ft, 20:04 0. 51 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, April 17th 2012 - Published: 2012-04-17 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-april-17th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Quiet day and the small waves still in Tamarindo but fun to ride a longboard and made the day surfing. The conditions were onshore almost all day because around 4 pm the rain come up and made the hot day in a fresh afternoon and change the conditions to offshore and make everybody happy. With a chest to shoulder high and some open rides at front to the parking lot. The river mouth and pico pequeno the best time was on the mid tide because the waves were open and a little clear. Tamarindo Wave     Tourist Surfer     Tamarindo     Surfer Student     Tamarindo Wave   High Tide for Wednesday: 00:44 7. 58 ft, 13:07 8. 24 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 06:49 1. 03 ft, 19:23 0. 80 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Monday, April 16th 2012 - Published: 2012-04-16 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-16th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Nice morning to be on the river mouth and ride some left and right wave until 11 am because the wind change to onshore and be small waves. The parking lot make some decent wave and open rides good for the longboarders to make the day on the water. The sizes was chest to head high on the set fun day to be in Tamarindo and be relaxing or have a ten color on the beach. Surfer Girl     Tamarindo Wave     Tourist Student     Tamarindo Wave     Erick Surfer Guy   High Tide for Tuesday: 12:18 7. 97 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 05:56 1. 18 ft, 18:34 1. 10 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Sunday, April 15th 2012 - Published: 2012-04-15 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-15th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Sunny conditions and nice offshore wind until noon today the conditions in Avellanas were pretty decent. The wave was a little small compared with yesterday but open rides ( left and right) and still barreling. Good Sunday day to be with friends or family and having a good time down there. The size was 2ft to 4ft on the set perfect to make good trick and made the morning surfing in Avellanas. Cristian Local Surfer     Try Local Surfer       Indy Local Surfer Avellanas Wave Local Surfer     Tourist Surfer High Tide for Monday: 11:20 7. 75 ft, 23:48 7. 41 ft Low Tide for Monday: 04:54 1. 22 ft, 17:35 1. 36 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Saturday, April 14th 2012 - Published: 2012-04-14 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-april-14th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Really nice conditions today in Avellanas with offshore wind and hot day. With some shoulder to head high the waves were really good barreling and open rides all over the spots in Avellanas ( La purruja, Palo seco, River mouth, Little Hawaii). Around 10:00 the wind change to onshore and make the waves choppy and close up some times. Guest Student     Guest Student     Guest Student     Guest Student Guest Student High Tide for Sunday: 10:14 7. 68 ft, 22:43 7. 38 ft Low Tide for Sunday: 03:45 1. 07 ft, 16:26 1. 46 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Robert August Designs, Signs and Donates Surfboard to be Auctioned for CEPIA Costa Rica - Published: 2012-04-13 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-surfboard-auction/ - Categories: Blog, Robert August, Surf Shop Blog - Tags: Robert August, Witch's Rock surf shop A true one-of-a-kind!   Witch's Rock Surf Camp is excited to auction off this sweet surfboard and donate 100% of the proceeds to CEPIA, a local non-profit organization that educates and trains impoverished youth and adolescents in our community. Anyone can bid on this one-of-a-kind board (signed by Robert August himself! ). Just stop by our surf shop at the camp or send an email to shop@witchsrock. com. Minimum bid is $500! ... . . The Board: 6' 6" fun shape designed & signed by Robert August. Graphics by Paul Frank How to bid: Stop by the Witch's Rock Surf Shop or e-mail us at shop@witchsrock. com Why bid? : Both CEPIA and Robert August surfboards are awesome! Minimum bid: Starts at $500. 00 Bidding ends: Friday April 27 at 11:59 p. m. Winner Announced: Monday April 30!   For more information on how CEPIA helps our community, go to www. cepiacostarica. org/EN/ --- > Surf Report for Thursday, April 12th 2012 - Published: 2012-04-12 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-april-12th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Nice morning to be on the water with some head high waves and open rides at front to the parking lot and Pico Grande. Pico pequeno the left and right was pretty decent and the river mouth the right was the best option but not really consistent and offshore wind. The afternoon the sizes was a little small but fun to surf on the longboard because the conditions were a little onshore but some open rides to make the day on the water. Tourist Surfer     Tourist Surfer     Local Surfer     Junior Local Surfer     Humberto Local Surfer   High Tide for Friday: 07:58 8. 20 ft, 20:23 8. 09 ft Low Tide for Friday: 01:33 0. 10 ft, 14:01 0. 84 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, April 11th 2012 - Published: 2012-04-11 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-april-10th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Busy day in Tamarindo with a lot a people on the water having fun. The condition for today was a little onshore wind but nice sunset to watch and be relaxing and waiting for the sets. With some shoulder to head high and some open rides at the river mouth, Pico pequeno and parking lot.   Guest Student       Tamarindo Wave       Tourist Student       Rigo Local Surfer       Having Fun High Tide for Thursday: 06:57 8. 70 ft, 19:19 8. 74 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 00:36 −0. 53 ft, 12:59 0. 24 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > A very beautiful and inspiring letter... - Published: 2012-04-10 - Modified: 2023-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/a-beautiful-mail-surf-camp/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp, Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews - Tags: Lifestyle, Surfing *We received this via e-mail from our new friend Sheila... Shawna/Elizabeth/Anyone! I just had to write you a note to let you know how life-altering my trip was to WRSC last week. There's no way I couldn't write because I literally had the best time of my life - and I'm "old"! I went by myself - first trip abroad alone ever. The only time I've ever traveled alone has been for work and that doesn't count. I'm a single mom to 3 kids and they live with me full time, so when I found out they were going to visit their dad over spring break, I knew I couldn't just sit home in Chicago and squander a precious week alone doing nothing. I did some research, talked to a couple of people, and looked and looked and looked. When I came upon WRSC, I knew immediately that that was the trip. Shawna answered all of my questions and reassured me that I wouldn't stick out like a sore thumb traveling alone. Basecamp for making memories. On the day I was picked up at the airport, I immediately met 3 others who were also getting picked up and we instantly became fast friends. Along the way, we picked up a few more friends and I can safely say that they will all be life long friends of mine. My face still hurts from laughing and I will never forget how much fun we all had. And Andres - wow, what an amazing teacher. So patient, so kind, so good at what he does. As a snow boarder who used to be an instructor in Colorado, I COULDN'T BELIEVE I wasn't a professional surfer my first day in Tamarindo. Andres totally related to me, telling me he just got back from a trip learning how to snow board and he got so frustrated he almost quit his second day. The next day, with his patience, I got up every time and I was riding bigger waves by day 3. I will miss him - such a great guy. Long story short (or long) - you guys all made my one and only vacation I've had in 13 years--and my first ever alone--a completely unforgettable, relaxing, ridiculously fun experience. Everyone who works there is so kind, so helpful, so sweet. I haven't stopped smiling since I've been home and I already... --- > Surf Report for Monday, April 9th 2012 - Published: 2012-04-09 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-9th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report With some shoulder high today the waves was small but fun to be with the longboard and made the day with nice offshore conditions . Pico pequeno was a place to be today on the water because the left was pretty good and open rides. The river mouth was decent and the right was another option to surf in Tamarindo.   Guest Student       Guest Student       Sofia WRSC Staff       Guest Student       Having Fun       Guest Student   High Tide for Tuesday: 05:10 9. 54 ft, 17:30 10. 00 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 11:11 −0. 84 ft, 23:44 −1. 07 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Sunday, April 8th 2012 - Published: 2012-04-08 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-8th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report With the last day of the Easter week today was a relaxing day in Tamarindo because a lot people from the city back to home before having fun on the beach. The condition for this morning were a nice offshore wind until 9 am because the wind change to onshore all day. The waves was pretty decent in Pico Pequeño making a nice left and the parking lot the left and right was another option to be surfing with some head high sizes and having fun sunday in Tamarindo with the Family. Next Pro Surfer Girl Tamarindo Wave   Guest Student     Guest Student     Guest Student     Tamarindo Wave High Tide for Monday: 04:22 9. 70 ft, 16:41 10. 35 ft Low Tide for Monday: 10:22 −1. 10 ft, 22:54 −1. 43 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, April 4th 2012 - Published: 2012-04-04 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-april-4th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Busy day and a lot a people on the water today because Easter week is all ready in Tamarindo. With the onshore wind stared early on the morning today the ocean was a little disorganized not the best day to surf but fun for the student to having fun. The sizes was pretty decent with some 2ft to 4ft on the set and some good right and left at the river mouth, parking lot and pico pequeño the left was the choice to ride and make some tricks.   Maxi WRSC Staff       Tamarindo Having Fun       Surfer Student       Tamarindo Wave       Guest Student       Tamarindo   High Tide for Thursday: 01:12 8. 24 ft, 13:34 9. 06 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 07:13 0. 17 ft, 07:13 0. 17 ft First Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, April 3rd 2012 - Published: 2012-04-03 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-april-3rd-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report The swell go a little down but still good to make some tricks. The conditions in the morning was pretty fun until 11 am because the wind change to onshore and make the wave choppy. The river mouth make some decent head high right waves and the parking lot the left was another option with some shoulder to head high and finally the rain show up in the afternoon and made the weather a little fresh in a hot day in Tamarindo. Guest Student     Guest Student     Guest Student     Guest Student     Gerald Surfer Guy Guest Student High Tide for Wednesday: 00:20 7. 64 ft, 12:46 8. 32 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 06:23 0. 78 ft, 18:56 0. 40 ft First Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Monday, April 2nd 2012 - Published: 2012-04-02 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-2nd-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Nice Morning in Tamarindo with some shoulder to head high. The river mouth was pretty good making good left and right and the parking lot the left was the best option with some barreling waves. The condition was offshore wind until 10:30 because the wind change to onshore, close up and choppy but fun to be on the beach with decent sizes. Guest Student     Local Surfer     Guest Student     Surfer Guy     Tamarindo Wave   High Tide for Saturday: 11:55 7. 60 ft Low Tide for Saturday: 05:28 1. 31 ft, 18:01 1. 13 ft First Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, March 29th 2012 - Published: 2012-03-29 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-march-29th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Fun day to be on the beach to play or surf because both was great to do that in Tamarindo. The wave was better today with the new swell stared this afternoon make some left and rights open with some shoulder to head high sizes. The wind was a soft onshore but not bad to surf at the river mouth, Pico Grande and parking lot to make some good rides. Tamarindo Wave     Cesar Local Surfer     Tamarindo Having Fun     Tamarindo Wave     Sweet Tamarindo   High Tide for Friday:07:53 6. 81 ft, 20:10 7. 06 ft Low Tide for Friday: 01:31 1. 31 ft, 13:47 1. 89 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Monday, March 26th 2012 - Published: 2012-03-26 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-march-27th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Busy day on the water with a lot people having fun. With onshore wind the wave was choppy and a little extra work to take some waves and finish with a good trick. The size for today was 3ft to 5ft on the set and River Mouth the right were pretty decent and Pico Grande too. Pico Pequeño and the parking lot the left was the best choice to surf.   Guest Student       Surfer Tourist       Alex WRSC Staff   Tamarindo Wave Surfer Tourist Josymar Surf Instructor Tamarindo Wave High Tide for Tuesday:05:44 7. 91 ft, 17:56 8. 30 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 11:38 0. 76 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Thursday, March 22th 2012 - Published: 2012-03-22 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-22th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Great day in Tamarindo with some nice wave and decent conditions. Today the wind was offshore all the afternoon and make open rides at front to the parking lot. With some head to Overhead size on the set Tamarindo was pretty fun to make some tricks or just drive long waves and made the day surfing. Pura Vida Luis Local Surfer     Tamarindo Wave Tatiana Surfer Girl   Tamarindo Wave     Andree Surf Instructor     Tamarindo High Tide for Friday: 03:19 8. 53 ft, 15:35 9. 04 ft Low Tide for Friday: 09:20 0. 05 ft, 21:44 −0. 11 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!     --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, March 20th 2012 - Published: 2012-03-20 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-20th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Rough conditions today in Tamarindo because the onshore wind don't help at all making the waves close up. Some sets still open to having fun and the options was the river mouth and the left at front to the parking lot. The size for today was pretty decent with some 3ft to 5ft on the sets. Surfer Student Local Surfer     Surfer Student Guest Student   Tamarindo Wave     Tamarindo   High Tide for Wednesday: 01:57 8. 18 ft, 14:20 8. 65 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 08:04 0. 35 ft, 20:30 0. 28 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Monday, March 19th 2012 - Published: 2012-03-19 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-march-19th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report With a new swell coming this week today Tamarindo make good wave. The waves breaking really good and open rides and barrelling at front to the parking lot and river mouth. The condition were early on the morning nice offshore wind but around 3 pm the wind chance to onshore but still fun to be with le longboard and made some decent waves. Tamarindo River Mouth     Tourist Student     Surf Student     Guest Student     Tamarindo Wave   High Tide for Tuesday: 01:08 7. 91 ft, 13:36 8. 30 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 07:19 0. 63 ft, 19:47 0. 61 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Saturday, March 17th 2012 - Published: 2012-03-17 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-march-17th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande this morning was fun to surf at Las Palmeras with some shoulder to head high sizes and offshore wind. Left and right wave breaking nice and at front to the parking lot in Grande the waves was better for the advance surfer and make some tricks. South to Tamarindo in Marbella the waves were really good with some overhead size and barrelling wave epic day to surf there. Playa Grande Wave ( Las Palmeras)     Guest Student     Guest Student     Playa Grande Wave     Josymar Surf Instructor   High Tide for Sunday: 11:44 7. 54 ft Low Tide for Sunday: 05:20 1. 12 ft, 17:55 1. 35 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Thursday, March 15th 2012 - Published: 2012-03-15 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-15th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report The swell be a little down today but fun to everybody and having fun on the water this morning and afternoon in Tamarindo. The conditions were windy and hot day good to jump out to the cold water and refreshing . With some head high waves the left sides still the best option to surf but the river mouth make good rights in Tamarindo. Tamarindo River Mouth     Local Surfer     Ricardo Local Surfer     Tourist Surfer     Tamarindo Sunset   High Tide for Friday: 09:19 7. 50 ft, 21:49 7. 72 ft Low Tide for Friday: 02:53 0. 75 ft, 15:22 1. 30 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, March 14th 2012 - Published: 2012-03-14 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-march-14th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Great day to be surfing in Tamarindo all day because the waves was on fire. The conditions for today were strong offshore gusts nice sunny sky and cooler water temperature. On the morning the wave were really good left at front to the parking lot until river mouth and around 3 pm the river mouth was a barrelling machine making awesome wave to do sick tricks there.   Tourist Surfer       Rafael Local Surfer       Cristian Local Surfer       Ricardo Local Surfer       Tamarindo Wave       Joe Walsh Owner at WRSC       Dan Tourist Surfer       Tourist Surfer   High Tide for Thursday: 08:10 7. 92 ft, 20:37 8. 19 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 01:49 0. 20 ft, 14:11 0. 80 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, March 13th 2012 - Published: 2012-03-13 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-13th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report The swell pick up today and the waves were really fun this afternoon. Mostly the wave was left sides and barrelling because the swell direction is south west good to surf in Avellanas, Playa Negra and Marbella. The river mouth mouth was on fire at the mid tide to low tide. Shoulder to head high good sizes to make some trick and having good time on the cold water and offshore wind. Pura Vida Tamarindo Wave     Isabel Surf Student     Anderson Surf Student     Allie Surf Student   Josymar Surf Instructor     Jorge Luis Surf Instructor   High Tide for Wednesday: 07:10 8. 48 ft, 19:34 8. 83 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 00:52 −0. 40 ft, 13:10 0. 15 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Massive Irish Surf Stirs It Up in Billabong XXL Big Wave Awards 2012 Final Week - Published: 2012-03-12 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/irish-surf-stirsbig-wave-awards-2012-final-week/ - Categories: Blog - Tags: Billabong, press release, Surfing As the Billabong XXL Global Big Wave Awards head into the final week of the year-long event period, a massive swell hitting Europe has produced new entries from Ireland which could affect the outcome of the event.   “We'd been tracking that swell for about a week,” Andrew Cotton, 32, from Croyde, Devon, United Kingdom. “All these swells that hit Ireland can be hit and miss with wind and this one couldn't make its mind up. I've spent so many swells on that headland with the wind howling but not quite in the right direction and I honestly thought that this was going to be another swell like that. Al Mennie and myself camped out at Mullaghmore the night before and couldn't believe our luck at first light the next day. “It had been a fairly disappointing winter compared to the previous year and it was far from perfect that day,” continued Cotton. “After watching for about 30 minutes and deciding to pick a few off, Al towed me into an absolute bomb. It was my first wave of the day. It felt like a reminder of how good it can get there and why I put the time and effort in. ” Take a look for yourself... The 2012 Billabong XXL Global Big Wave Awards feature an array of categories including the $50,000 Ride of the Year, Monster Paddle, Monster Tube and the Verizon Wireless Wipeout of the Year. There are also “world champ” awards for the Surfline Best Overall Performance (male) and the Billabong Girls Best Performance (female). The event features over $130,000 in cash prizes for the surfers and photographers. For more info, check out the Billabong XXL website. --- > Surf Report for Monday, March 12th 2012 - Published: 2012-03-12 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-march-12th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Small day to surf in Tamarindo but fun for the student to make the day surfing. With some shoulder to head high waves the best spot to surf was the parking lot and Pico Pequeño because the swell direction is south west for this week . The offshore wind still and the new swell is coming on Wednesday. Surf Student     Pico Pequeño Wave     Tamarindo     Surf Student     Tamarindo Busy Day     Tamarindo Sunset   High Tide for Tuesday: 06:16 9. 02 ft, 18:39 9. 48 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 00:01 −0. 92 ft, 12:17 −0. 47 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Sunday, March 11th 2012 - Published: 2012-03-11 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-march-11th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Great day to spending some time with the family and having fun surfing this morning and afternoon in Tamarindo. The conditions for today were sunny day with strong offshore wind and the water still a little cooler. Playa Grande was some head high at front to the parking lot and Playa Avellanas in the afternoon was on fire and barrelling waves. Fun day to surf in the area and find the best spot to surf and make the day surfing with friends. Pico Pequeño Waves     Saba Local Surfer     Tamarindo River Mouth     Tourist Surfer Tamarindo Wave   High Tide for Monday: 05:27 9. 43 ft, 17:02 10. 26 ft Low Tide for Monday: 11:29 −0. 93 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Thursday, March 8th 2012 - Published: 2012-03-08 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-8th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report The spring break is stared this week in Tamarindo with a lot people walking around and do some fun activities on the beach. The conditions for today still the same like yesterday just with a little better waves and more open rides to having fun on the water. With some shoulder high and left breaking at front to the parking lot and the wind blowing up nice sunny day to be on the beach and make the day. Tamarindo Spring Break Cairo Local Surfer     Tourist Surfer     Micha Surf Instructor     Roberto WRSC Staff     Evelyn Surfer Girl   High Tide for Friday: 03:13 9. 34 ft, 15:35 9. 97 ft Low Tide for Friday: 09:16 −0. 88 ft, 21:43 −1. 10 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, March 7th 2012 - Published: 2012-03-07 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-march-7th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report The wind was Blowing up and make some boards fly on the beach but on the water the waves still open but a little hard to take some waves because they need extra paddle to make the ride. The sizes for today was some head high on the sets and waiting for the next swell stared tomorrow until this weekend. The river mouth make some waves but the best spot was at front to the parking lot made a nice left and the same was pico pequeño good for the local to do some tricks. Tamarindo Wave     Tamarindo     Surf Student     Surfer Guy     Pico Grande Wave High Tide for Thursday: 02:30 8. 90 ft, 14:52 9. 46 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 08:33 −0. 42 ft, 20:59 −0. 66 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Friday, March 2nd 2012 - Published: 2012-03-02 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-march-2nd-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Today was a trip south to Tamarindo and the conditions was early on the morning the wind still offshore but around 10am chance to onshore. The sizes was some shoulder to head high and open rides. The waves still open and the left side was the best option but some decent right pick up on the secret spot and have a great day surfing down there. Guest Student     Paco Surf Instructor     Surf Student     Secret Sport Wave     Kate Surf Student     Jorge Luis Surf Instructor   High Tide for Saturday: 10:38 6. 37 ft, 22:59 6. 93 ft Low Tide for Saturday: 04:08 1. 97 ft, 16:29 2. 32 ft For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Sunday, February 26th 2012 - Published: 2012-02-26 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-february-26th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Great Sunday to be on the water and having fun surfing with friends or made new ones. Strong offshore wind all day and the wave pumping up Tamarindo today was on fire everywhere river mouth, parking lot, pico grande and pico pequeño. Perfect conditions with some head high waves on the set and open rides ( Left and Right ). Guest Student     Guest Student     Tamarindo Wave     Guest Student     Surfer Tourist     Tamarindo Wave   High Tide for Sunday: 06:13 AM 7. 97 ft, 06:30 PM 8. 38 ft Low Tide for Sunday: 12:00 AM 0. 39 ft, 12:09 PM 0. 66 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Saturday, February 25th 2012 - Published: 2012-02-25 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-february-25th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande today was good because the wind help to make the wave still open and made good shape. The waves was good for everybody and ride different sizes to make the day. Left and right was the options and some head high sizes on the set with offshore conditions. Tamarindo was making left and right at the parking lot and the river mouth the right side was the choice to surf there. Guest Student     Guest Student     Guest Student     Brendan Guest Student     Playa Grande Wave     Guest Student     Steph Guest Student     Guest Student   High Tide for Sunday: 05:35 AM 8. 40 ft, 05:53 PM 8. 78 ft Low Tide for Sunday: 11:33 AM 0. 24 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Thursday, February 23th 2012 - Published: 2012-02-23 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-february-23th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Great day to be surfing in Tamarindo because this morning the river mouth making overhead sizes waves and offshore conditions. The afternoon was a little ward job to everyone with side shore wind but the left was the best choice to surf at front to the parking lot and pico grande made some decent right. Playa Grande was good too with some 7ft on the set just the wind don't help at all but still fun to surf and make good tricks. Saba Local Surfer     Gerald Surf Guy     Tamarindo Wave     Guest Student     WRSC Guest and Instructs     Tamarindo Sunset   High Tide for Friday: 04:20 AM 8. 92 ft, 04:41 PM 9. 28 ft Low Tide for Friday: 10:23 AM −0. 28 ft, 10:47 PM −0. 07 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, February 22th 2012 - Published: 2012-02-22 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-february-22th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Good offshore wind until 4 pm because change to onshore but great for the beginners to having fun and learn some tips and made the day. The Size for today was shoulder to head high on the set and open rides. The best spot for surf today was pico grande because the waves was really consistent. The river mouth make some good right to made nice tricks and made the day in Tamarindo.   Surf Student       Surf Student       Surf Student       Guest Student       Guest Student   High Tide for Thursday: 03:41 AM 8. 97 ft, 04:04 PM 9. 30 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 09:47 AM −0. 33 ft, 10:10 PM −0. 11 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, February 21th 2012 - Published: 2012-02-21 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-february-21th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo today was on fire with waves for everybody ( Beginners, Intermediate, Advance ) The river mouth make good right today and Pico Grande was a good option because the set was really consistent. The sizes for today was shoulder to head high and strong offshore wind. South to Tamarindo ( Avellanas) was fun too making good size waves and open rides. Great day to surf on the area to make tricks or just having fun on the water. Pura Vida John Guest Student     Maxi Staff WRSC Surfer Guy     Tamarindo Wave   Johan Local Surfer     Robbie Guest Student     Tamarindo Wave   High Tide for Wednesday: 03:00 AM 8. 88 ft, 03:25 PM 9. 16 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 09:08 AM −0. 23 ft, 09:31 PM −0. 01 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Monday, February 20th 2012 - Published: 2012-02-20 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-february-20th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Nice day in Offshoreland with open rides and clean conditions. The River mouth made some decent waves to make some good tricks at the parking loot the left was the best option with head high sizes. Good shape barrelling and open rides Playa Grande was another option to surf on the area and having fun.   Cathy Guest Student       Scott Guest Student       Tamarindo Wave       Krissy Guest Student       Maggie Guest Student       Cody Guest Student   High Tide for Tuesday: 02:14 AM 8. 66 ft, 02:43 PM 8. 86 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 08:26 AM 0. 01 ft, 08:49 PM 0. 24 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Sunday, February 19th 2012 - Published: 2012-02-19 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-february-19th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Sunny Day in Tamarido and be relaxing on the beach and have some tan color or just Play on the water. The conditions for today was offshore wind until 10 am and then the wind change to onshore for rest of the day. With some head high waves today was better for the beginners to learn surf and having fun on the water. Kim Guest Student     Guest Student     Guest Student     Next Kelly     Guest Student   High Tide for Monday: 01:23 AM 8. 37 ft, 01:56 PM 8. 44 ft Low Tide for Monday: 07:39 AM 0. 36 ft, 08:03 PM 0. 60 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Monday, February 13th 2012 - Published: 2012-02-13 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-february-13th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Great condition today in Tamarindo because the wind still offshore mostly all day and making open rides. With head high wave today the waves was really fun to everybody and have good day on the water. The left sides was the best option to surf in Tamarindo and pico pequeño make some good right. Good hot and fun day today to be in Tamarindo and be relaxing on the beach. Pura Vida Guest Student     Guest Student     Guest Student     Guest Student     Local Surfer     Surf Student   High Tide for Tuesday: 07:25 AM 8. 36 ft, 07:52 PM 8. 98 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 01:11 AM −0. 06 ft, 01:25 PM 0. 22 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!     --- > Surf Report for Thursday, February 2nd 2012 - Published: 2012-02-02 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-february-2nd-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Marbella today was good with a perfect condition. The wind was offshore all the morning and open waves left and right with a decent shoulder high fun for surf there and ride some waves or be on the little barrel. The morning just because the wind chance a little bit to side shore. Hopefully tomorrow the conditions getting better with a new swell coming.   Marbella Wave       Franco Surfer from Brazil       Marbella Wave       Alicia Surf Student       Marbella Wave     Brendan Surf Student   High Tide for Friday: 11:24 AM 6. 44 ft , 11:41 PM 7. 29 ft Low Tide for Friday: 04:59 AM 2. 02 ft, 05:11 PM 2. 45 ft First Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Sunday, January 29th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-29 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-january-29th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Another day and another challenge in Tamarindo with better conditions today. Nice day to be on the water today with some decent shoulder high waves. The river mouth make some good right sides and at the parking lock was a left breaking with offshore wind. Guest Student     Guest Student     Happy WRSC Staff     Pico Grande Wave     Jenny Surfer Girl     Guest Student   High Tide for Sunday: 07:30 a. m. 7. 47 ft, 19:53 p. m. 7. 99 ft Low Tide for Sunday: 01:18 a. m. 1. 15 ft, 13:25 p. m. 1. 29 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Saturday, January 28th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-28 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-january-28th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Fun day to be in Tamarindo and surf some decent wave. The condition for today was a little better than another days with offshore wind and chest high waves. Good day to be relaxing and take the longboard to having fun on the water. Tamarindo Wave     Josymar Surf Instructor     Guest Student     Tamarindo       Party Wave     Tamarindo Wave   High Tide for Sunday: 06:46 a. m. 8. 01 ft, 19:10 p. m. 8. 44 ft Low Tide for Sunday: 00:35 a. m. 0. 75 ft, 12:45 p. m 0. 76 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Witch's Rock Costa Rica Surf Camp by Video: A Taste of our Pura Vida ft. Robert August - Published: 2012-01-27 - Modified: 2024-11-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-camp-by-video-a-taste-of-our-pura-vida-ft-robert-august/ - Categories: Blog, Robert August, Surf Camp - Tags: Lifestyle, Pura Vida, Robert August, Surfing Hit play, sit back, and enjoy the show... A Taste of our Pura Vida ft. Robert August --- > Surf Report for Thursday, January 26th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-26 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-january-26th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Great trip to Marbella with a nice sunny day and good size there. The condition was overhead size and side shore wind but not bad to make some trick or made some nice wave in Marbella. The sunset was another option to see and finish nice day with friends. Bryan Surfer Guy     Jim Surfer Guy     Marbella     Bryan Surfer Guy     Ryan Surfer Guy     Marbella Wave     Sweet Marbella     Jason Surf Guy   High Tide for Friday: 05:24 a. m. 8. 95 ft, 17:49 p. m. 9. 22 ft Low Tide for Friday: 11:28 a. m. −0. 14 ft, 23:55 p. m. 0. 40 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Sunday, January 22th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-22 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-january-22th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report The conditions still small but fun in Avellanas with some shoulder high waves. Good day to make some trick and the conditions was offshore wind and open rides. The swell be small this week but the good option is be south to Tamarindo and having fun. Guest Surfer     Bryan Surfer from Caribbean       Flash Surf Instructor     Josymar Surf Instructor     Guest Surfer   High Tide for Monday: 02:27 a. m. 9. 23 ft, 14:59 p. m. 9. 11 ft Low Tide for Monday: 08:41 a. m. −0. 25 ft, 21:03 p. m. 0. 24 ft New Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Thursday, January 19th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-19 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-january-19th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report The waves still small and strong offshore wind but fun for all the student they want to learn surfing in Tamarindo. With chest high wave the condition be open rides left and right waves and the best area to surf is the river mouth making some good waves. Surf Student     Tamarindo     Surf Student     Steven Local Surfer     Tamarindo Wave   High Tide for Friday: 12:11 p. m 7. 77 ft Low Tide for Friday: 05:50 a. m. 0. 84 ft, 18:09 p. m. 1. 21 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, January 18th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-18 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-january-18th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Today the conditions was chest to shoulder high waves with a strong offshore wind. The swell still small but fun to learn surfing in Tamarindo but hopefully this weekend get in better sizes. South to Tamarindo is a little better for the advance and intermediate surfer. Kenna Surf Student Surf Student     Ashley Surf Student     Surf Student Tamarindo Wave     Bryan Surfer from Caribbean   High Tide for Thursday: 11:01 a. m. 7. 53 ft, 23:29 p. m. 8. 53 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 04:41 a. m. 1. 01 ft, 23:29 p. m. 8. 53 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Monday, January 16th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-16 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-january-16th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Small day but good to be with a longboard today in Tamarindo and having fun. The offshore wind was crazy today made some boards fly today on the beach and the water but in the afternoon go slow down. The best option for surf today was the river mouth make some head high waves and open rides. Matt Surf Student     Crystal Surf Student     Tamarindo Wave     Tiffany Surf Student     Julie Surf Student     Tamarindo River Mouth   High Tide for Tuesday: 08:43 a. m. 7. 82 ft, 21:14 p. m. 8. 70 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 02:28 a. m. 0. 74 ft, 14:42 p. m. 0. 88 ft Last Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Saturday, January 14th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-14 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-january-14th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Nice day to be outside to Tamarindo and having fun in Playa Grande making some decent waves with good offshore wind. The size was shoulder high and open ride left and right with some barrels too. At front to the parking lock the surf spot was a little better and made some head high waves a point to surf too in Playa Grande.   Paco Local Surfer   Guest Student Josymar Local Surfer       Playa Grande Wave     Andres Local Surfer     Flying in the breeze   High Tide for Sunday: 06:52 a. m. 8. 60 ft, 19:20 p. m. 9. 24 ft Low Tide for Sunday: 00:41 a. m. 0. 23 ft, 12:55 p. m. 0. 11 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Thursday, January 12th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-12 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-january-12th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report A good breeze and good conditions today in Tamarindo was a good day to jump into the water and do some tricks and relax a bit in the water. With Some head high size on the set good day to surf early on the morning in Tamarindo. Bryan Surfer from Caribbean Side     Luis Local Surfer     Tati Local Surfer     Local Girl Surfer     Mark Surfer Guy     Luis Local Surfer     Paco Swimming   High Tide for Friday: 05:22 a. m. 9. 15 ft, 17:49 p. m. 9. 48 ft Low Tide for Friday: 11:28 a. m. −0. 33 ft, 23:54 p. m. 0. 09 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, January 11th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-11 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-january-11th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report The conditions for today was really good at witch's Rock and Ollie's Point because the wind still offshore all day and making great size in both place but Ollie's make shoulder size and a really nice right waves. Witch's Rock was "on fire" making good barrels over and over and good day to be there. The decision a was the big question because no matter left or right both sides was good options to be to made a perfect barrel.   Pelican       Brazilian Surfer       Brazilian Surfer       Boogie Boarder       Hajjar Brazilian Surfer     Mayra Brazilian Surfer       Brazilian Surfer High Tide for Thursday: 04:41 a. m. 9. 23 ft, 17:08 p. m. 9. 40 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 10:48 a. m. −0. 34 ft, 23:10n p. m. 0. 10 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Explore the story behind Joe Walsh and the inspiration for opening a microbrewery at Witch's Rock. Discover our craft beer journey. - Published: 2012-01-10 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/inspiration-for-opening-a-microbrewery/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp - Tags: Volcano Brewing Company, Witch's Rock Pale Ale If you've been to our surf camp in recent months, you've probably noticed that we've added a few things to the Witch's Rock experience. One of those additions that we're particularly stoked about is that we are now brewing our own beer high in the hills near Arenal Lake and bringing it down to the beach. The arrival of our first signature microbrew to the shores of Tamarindo was a long awaited moment for us. Proudly given the name 'Witch's Rock Pale Ale', our new beer means more to us than just another option on our menu. What it really is, and what we hope it becomes for any and everyone who touches their lips to our Pale Ale, is a true taste of Pura Vida. The story of how our Pale Ale and its sister brews arrived to our taps is a unique one that goes back decades. It's a large part of what makes the beer special, and with that in mind we want to share a post that was recently written by the founder of Witch's Rock Surf Camp, Joe Walsh, that tells the tale of what inspired us to open one of the only Microbreweries in Costa Rica: Volcano Brewing Company: finally doing that microbrewery thing- By Joe Walsh Product testing- "Gatito Malo" --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, January 10th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-10 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-january-10th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report The swell still in the area and making good waves in the river mouth in Avellanas with offshore wind and good left and right waves. Also little Hawaii was making good rights. Tamarindo today early in the morning the best spot was the river mouth because making some barrels and open ride. In te afternoon the wind was onshore but around 5pm the wind change and made better waves in fun. Playa Grande was not the best option because was messy and moved so if you wanna surf you now where is the best option to be on the water. Local Surfer     Little Hawaii Wave     Gustavo Surfer from Brazil     Avellanas River Mouth     Otto Local Surfer   High Tide for Wednesday: 04:00 a. m. 9. 17 ft, 16:28 p. m. 9. 18 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 10:08 a. m. −0. 23 ft, 22:28 p. m. 0. 24 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Monday, January 9th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-09 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-january-9th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Today we stared the day surfing in Ollie's Point at the begging the waves look small but when the tide coming in better size making. Fun waves with head high size on the set and offshore wind just a little crowd of people but nice to ride good right waves there. On the other hand Witch's Rock was much better than Ollie's Point. Hot day and windy but Over head sizes on the set and good left and right waves. Barrelling and perfect conditions to surf and make some tricks and having a good day surfing in Witches. Surfer Girl     Ollie's Point Wave     Surfer From Brazil     Witch's Rock Wave     Gustavo Surfer from Brazil     Christian Local Surfer     Surfer Guy     Witch's Rock   High Tide for Tuesday: 03:20 a. m. 9. 00 ft, 15:49 p. m. 8. 86 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 09:30 a. m. 0. 00 ft, 21:47 p. m. 0. 51 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Sunday, January 8th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-08 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-january-8th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Today Tamarindo was "On Fire" because the river mouth made a really good wave also at from to the parking lock. The swell pick up a little more today with a strong offshore wind but that did not stop to the locals and another surfer to be on the water and make good waves. In the land of the offshore wind the size was over head on the sets with open left and right sides and barrelling waves. Good Sunday to be on the water. Pura Vida   Tamarindo River Mouth       Local Surfer       Tamarindo     Bryan Surfer from Caribbean Side       Tamarindo Wave   High Tide for Monday: 02:38 a. m. 8. 73 ft, 15:10 p. m. 8. 45 ft Low Tide for Monday: 08:52 a. m. 0. 33 ft, 21:05 p. m. 0. 88 ft Full Moon For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Friday, January 6th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-06 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-january-6th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Beautiful day in the secret spot with a nice offshore wind in the conditions was head high waves. Open rides left and right and a better than Tamarindo because this week still small but fun for the people want to learning surf there. The trip for today was south to Tamarindo and to the surprise of all the conditions was really nice to jump on the water and make some tricks or drop some good head high waves and make the day with a big smile in the end. Secret Spot Wave     Guest Student     Andree Surf Instructor     Josymar Surf Instructor     Guest Student Andres Surf Instructor High Tide for Saturday: 01:10 a. m. 8. 06 ft, 13:47 p. m. 7. 54 ft Low Tide for Saturday: 07:29 a. m. 1. 14 ft, 19:38 p. m. 1. 72 ft For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Thursday, January 5th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-05 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-january-5th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Today was a small conditions with small size waves but fun to be on the water with you longboard and friends. The weather still nice good to have some tan or just watch people surfing. The parking lock make some left and the river mouth still the best option in Tamarindo for surf.   Carlos Local Surfer       Next Kelly       Sam and Kim Surf Students       Tamarindo Wave       Liam Surfer Guy       Kim Surf Student   Beth Surf Student       Kirsty Surf Student   High Tide for Friday: 00:20 a. m. 7. 77 ft, 13:00 p,m 7. 12 ft Low Tide for Friday: 06:42 a. m. 1. 54 ft, 18:49 p. m 2. 08 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, January 4th 2012 - Published: 2012-01-04 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-january-4th-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report We still with small wave but good to junmp with you longboard and make some good right at the river mouth and finish the surf session with a smile and relaxing. The size be shoulder high and strong offshore wind the best option for surf today definitely was the river mouth and for beginners at front to the parking lock.   Surfer Guest   Flying in the water   Erick Local Surfer       Tamarindo Life   Biggieborder Surf Guy High Tide for Thursday: 12:08 a. m 6. 80 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 05:50 a. m. 1. 86 ft, 17:55 p. m. 2. 33 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Explore the latest Witch's Rock Surf Camp openings and the exciting offerings from Volcano Brewing Company. - Published: 2012-01-04 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-camp-openings-volcano-brewing/ - Categories: Blog, Robert August, Surf Camp - Tags: newsletter, Robert August, Volcano Brewing Company 2011- A living legend joins the family. Is it 2012 already? ! 2011 has been one hell of a year here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, but before we get into the nitty-gritty we first want to THANK each and every one of you for making this year possible for us. We really feel grateful that we get to visit, speak and especially surf with so many incredible people on a regular basis. Here we go! - Because so many of you choose to come hang out and surf with us on a regular basis, our availability gets tricky around this time of the year. We're pretty close to full until March right now, however we've had some dates open up for the months of January and February. Check 'em out- Jan 14 - 21 Jan 28 - Feb 9 Feb 12 -16 Feb 18 - 28 In general, we do recommend booking your trips at least 90 days in advance so that you can get the rooms and waves that you want. You can do so by getting in touch with either Shawna, Liz or Yorlenny right here. Launching a new business is always exciting. But launching a new business that includes an eco-farm, skate park, lakeview hotel AND a microbrewery in one of the most stunningly beautiful places in the world is beyond exciting... it really is amazing! 2012 has lots in store for Volcano Brewing Company Volcano Brewing Company in Lake Arenal, Costa Rica is the newest Witch's Rock property. I recently shared the VBC story in a blog post I wrote, which you can find here. It's just a short & spectacular 2 hr. + ride from Tamarindo, and 1 hr. + from Liberia Int'l Airport. Simply put, we're absolutely thrilled to be sharing it with the Witch's Rock family throughout the upcoming year and beyond. Because we're so excited about sharing this new gem with you, we will be offering a couple of different options for those booking week-long surf packages with WRSC to spend a night up at Volcano Brewing Company for no extra charge. Each of you has helped make Witch's Rock Surf Camp what it is today, and we know that you will do the same for Volcano Brewing Company once you experience the magic for yourself. You can find out about staying with us at Volcano Brewing Company by contacting... --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, January 3rd 2012 - Published: 2012-01-03 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-january-3rd-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Weird day today because the weather was cloudy and raining a little bit but the conditions on the water was fun. With shoulder high waves and some set head high good to be on the water with a strong wind. The best option for surf today was the river mouth making open right waves and barrelling.   Tamarindo River Mouth       Surfer Guy       Local Surfer       Chilo Boat Capitan         Surfer Girl       Tamarindo Wave   High Tide for Wednesday: 11:09 a. m. 6. 65 ft, 23:27 p. m. 7. 59 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 04:52 a. m. 2. 03 ft, 16:56 p. m. 2. 41 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!     --- > Surf Report for Monday, January 2nd 2012 - Published: 2012-01-02 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-january-1st-2012/ - Categories: Surf Report Second day of the year and the condition still nice in tamarindo with some strong offshore wind but not to stop to the surf fever to be on the water. The river mouth was making a nice right barrels and the parking lock some decent left better for the beginners. So good day in Tamarindo just a little more quite because a lot people leave and back to work today. The swell this week is going a little down but today the size was 2ft to 4ft on the set. Pura Vida   Tamarindo Wave       Life on the beach     Surfer Guy       Pico Pequeño Tamarindo       Local Surfer Guy       Tamarindo River Mouth       Tamarindo Sunset   High Tide for Tuesday: 10:07 a. m. 6. 71 ft, 22:31 p. m. 7. 57 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 03:51 a. m. 2. 03 ft, 15:57 p. m. 2. 27 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Happy New Year to Everybody. - Published: 2011-12-31 - Modified: 2023-06-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/happy-new-year-to-everybody/ - Categories: Surf Report Thank you everyone for all the support and good vibes this past year. I hope the new year brings even better times than 2011; health, happiness, great waves, better jobs and Pura Vida things all year. Just remember life is short and you need to enjoy everything you do. Don't forget to smile. Happy New Year --- > Surf Report for Friday, December 30th 2011 - Published: 2011-12-30 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-december-30th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Nice day today in Playa Grande with a good conditions and the swell pick up a little bit around the coast. This Morning was quite and good for the locals because they can surf more relaxing and having fun on the water. With a good offshore wind and head high wave Playa Grande today was one of the best option tu surf on the area.   Jorge Luis Surf Instructor   Guest Student       Andree Surf Instructor   Playa Grande Wave       Guest Surfer       Josymar Surf Instructor High Tide for Saturday: 07:22 a. m. 7. 94 ft, 19:53 p. m. 8. 39 ft Low Tide for Saturday: 01:11 a. m. 1. 14 ft, 13:23 p. m. 0. 98 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Sunday, December 11th 2011 - Published: 2011-12-11 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-december-11th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Today the conditions was better and good size for surf in tamarindo, the wind was onshore for the first hours and around 3 pm change to offshore and making better waves and good rides. The size was 4ft on the set and good left breaking until the river mouth and having nice ride. Guest Student     Guest Student     Tamarindo Wave     Dog Life     Guest Student   Tamarindo     Tamarindo Sunset High Tide for Monday: 03:40 a. m. 8. 91 ft, 16:12 p. m. 8. 47 ft Low Tide for Monday: 09:53 a. m. 0. 24 ft, 22:05 p. m. 1. 01 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Saturday, December 10th 2011 - Published: 2011-12-10 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-december-10th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Today the conditions was a little side shore but nice sunny day in Playa Grande to surf with better size wave and having fun, some waves making shoulder high size at front to las palmas in Playa Grande and the waves at front to the parking lock was head high size.   Guest Student       Party Wave       Playa Grande       Guest Student       Guest Student   High Tide for Sunday: 03:00 a. m. 8. 81 ft, 15:34 p. m. 8. 27 ft Low Tide for Sunday: 09:15 a. m. 0. 39 ft, 21:25 p. m. 1. 17 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, December 7th 2011 - Published: 2011-12-07 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-december-7th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo still with the good offshore wind but we still waiting for good size waves but not bad al all for surf with a longboard and having fun. The size for today was like chest high wave and the left was the better option for surf today and do some trick at front to the parking lock with a nice sunny day.   Tamarindo River Mouth       Local Surfer       Surf Student       Surfer Guy       Student Surfer   High Tide for Thursday: 00:57 a. m. 8. 16 ft, 13:32 p. m. 7. 45 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 07:17 a. m. 1. 25 ft, 19:21 p. m. 1. 84 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, December 6th 2011 - Published: 2011-12-06 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-december-6th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report The Swell still small in Tamarindo but fun for the longboarders and ride some fun wave and make the day on the water, also the wind help today because the offshore conditions still all day and open rides left and right wave. The better spot for surf today were the river mouth making some barrels and good right waves, the size for today was 3ft on the set decent size to be in Tamarindo. Guest Student     Brigitte Guest Student     Tamarindo Wave     Kate Guest Student     Guest Student     Tamarindo   High Tide for Wednesday: 00:11 a. m 7. 95 ft, 12:46 p. m 7. 18 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 06:33 a. m. 1. 57 ft, 18:36 p. m. 2. 03 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Monday, December 5Th 2011 - Published: 2011-12-05 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-december-5th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report We stared with onshore conditions until afternoon but with decent head high waves in Tamarindo, mostly the left side open more that the right but still fine for surf today. The was really hot but the conditions get better around 4 pm and change to offshore and making good rights in the river mouth and have a good session in the afternoon. Saba Local Surfer     Guest Student Javier Local Surfer Natasha Surf Student     Gerald Local Surfer     Jeff Surfer Guy   High Tide for Tuesday: 11:55 a. m. 6. 99 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 05:43 a. m. 1. 83 ft, 17:47 p. m. 2. 14 ft For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!     --- > Surf Report for Sunday, December 4Th 2011 - Published: 2011-12-04 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-december-4th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Toda day the conditions was a little offshore for a few hours and then the wind change to onshore, but with decent sizes on the sets and with good left breaking to the end to the river. Head high waves today was nice to surf and have a nice Sunday in Tamarindo with friends and family. Pura Vida Guest Student     Jerry Local Surfer     Angie Surf Girl     Manfred Local Surfer     Gary Surfer Guy     Next Pro Surfer Girl   High Tide for Monday: 10:59 a. m. 6. 92 ft, 23:21 p. m. 7. 82 ft Low Tide for Monday: 04:47 a. m. 1. 98 ft, 16:53 p. m. 2. 13 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Friday, December 2nd 2011 - Published: 2011-12-02 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-december-2nd-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report This Morning was a school trip to Las Palmeras in Playa Grande and last day for all the student of the Surf Camp to prove how much learn in Tamarindo and do a great job surfing there. The conditions for today was really good with head high size and Offshore wind, perfect day to surf there and make some barrels and some tricks. Left and right waves breaking with sunny day, perfect morning to be in Playa Grande. Las Palmeras Wave (Playa Grande)     Andres Surf Instructor Adam Guest Student Kailani Surf Instructor   Julia P Guest Student     Jorge Luis Surf Instructor     Las Palmeras Wave     Andee Surf Instructor     Guest Surfer     Playa Grande     WRSC   High Tide for Saturday: 08:58 a. m. 7. 34 ft, 21:32 p. m. 7. 92 ft Low Tide for Saturday: 02:45 a. m. 1. 76 ft, 15:00 p. m. 1. 63 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!     --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, November 30th 2011 - Published: 2011-12-01 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-november-30th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report The Wave still in Tamarindo breaking good but a little small compared to yesterday but really good offshore wind making the wave still open, good to do some air or snap on the water. Today all the local were happy about the conditions and catch a lot waves everywhere ( River Mouth, Front to the Parking Lock) and making the day with head high waves in Tamarindo.   Humberto Local Surfer       Ervin Local Surfer       Tamarindo River Mouth     Luis Castro Local Surfer       Guadalupe Local Surfer       Tamarindo Wave   High Tide for Thursday: 07:04 a. m. 8. 42 ft, 19:40 p. m. 8. 54 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 00:51 a. m. 0. 96 ft, 13:12 p. m. 0. 61 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Thursday, December 1st 2011 - Published: 2011-12-01 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-december-1st-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Good day to take the dog or just walk on the beach and have a relaxing day in Tamarindo, another way the conditions for today were good because the wind was offshore all day and making the wave better shape and still open. The River Mouth making good barrels on the morning and afternoon good session today in Tamarindo to having fun on the water.   Tamarindo     Rafa Local Surfer       Tamarindo River Mouth       Dog Life       Patrick Surfer Guy   High Tide for Friday: 07:59 a. m. 7. 83 ft, 20:35 p. m. 8. 18 ft Low Tide for Friday: 01:46 a. m. 1. 41 ft, 14:05 p. m. 1. 16 ft First Quarter For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, November 29th 2011 - Published: 2011-11-29 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-november-29th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Finally the swell stared in Tamarindo with good size, and really good conditions. All the locals jumped into the water early in the morning to surf beautiful waves with a little offshore wind. The river mouth was on fire today making a good right barreling wave. But in front of the parking lot there was a good left and open ride all the way to the river mouth, Tamarindo was really good all day today. And wiith 6ft waves in the sets, it made for some good tricks... and good pictures. Pura Vida   Omar Local surfer       Tamarindo River Mouth       Julia Guest Student   Tamarindo Wave   PaddleBoard Surfer   High Tide for Wednesday: 06:11 a. m. 9. 05 ft, 18:46 p. m. 8. 93 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 12:22 p. m. 0. 05 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Monday, November 28th 2011 - Published: 2011-11-28 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-november-28th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Beautiful day in Tamarindo to have some tan color and surfing too because the swell pick up a little bit to having fun on the water, busy day too because a lot people in Tamarindo ( Beach and Water) good day to surfing and relaxing on the water. The size for to day was head high good for do some trick , left and right waves but much better at the river mouth because the left still open and taking to the end.   Guest Student     Guest Student       Local Surfer       Having Tan Color   Pico Pequeño Wave High Tide for Tuesday: 05:19 a. m. 9. 61 ft, 17:54 p. m. 9. 30 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 11:32 a. m. −0. 45 ft, 23:57 p. m. 0. 49 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Saturday, November 26th 2011 - Published: 2011-11-26 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-november-26th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Nice Sunny day in Tamarindo but the wave still small but fun for the beginner to practice and learn surf but the conditions don't help at all because the wind was onshore mostly the time. The size for today was 3ft on the set but the onshore make the wave close up but some left were open . Tomas the next pro surfer Ann Surf Student   Brian Surf Student     Tamarindo Tamarindo Sunset     High Tide for Sunday: 03:40 a. m 10. 29 ft, 16:13 p. m. 9. 68 ft Low Tide for Sunday: 09:55 a. m. −1. 00 ft, 22:13 p. m. −0. 18 ft For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Thursday, November 24th 2011 - Published: 2011-11-24 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-november-24th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Happy Thanksgiving The Waves today still small but with a nice offshore wind good for all the beginner to practices and get in better surfing and having fun on the water. The best wave was breaking at front on the car parking, size 3ft on the set but open rides.   Charlie Surf Student       Monica Surf Student       Dave Surf Student       Kerry Surf Student       Patricia Surf Student       Having Fun Surfing   High Tide for Friday: 01:58 a. m. 10. 14 ft, 14:31 p. m. 9. 37 ft Low Tide for Friday: 08:15 a. m. −0. 74 ft, 20:30 p. m. −0. 20 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, November 23th 2011 - Published: 2011-11-23 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-november-23th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Small conditions but fun for the beginners today Tamarindo was a little disorganised and choppy mostly all the afternoon. with shoulder size and some open ride the conditions were not the best but still surfing and get away the stress on the water.   Agustina Surf Student       Surfer Girl       Tara Guest Surfer       Clemetina Surf Student       Guest Student   High Tide for Thursday: 01:05 a. m. 9. 78 ft, 13:39 p. m 8. 99 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 07:23 a. m. −0. 33 ft, 19:37 p. m. 0. 04 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, November 22th 2011 - Published: 2011-11-22 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-november-22th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report We stared the day with small wave in Tamarindo but with glassy conditions and left and right waves breaking at the river mouth and around noon the conditions make better size and offshore wind, so not bad at all to get into the water today and having fun and meet new people in town. Pura Vida Tamarindo     Guest Surfer     David Guest Surfer     Guest Student     Guest Student   High Tide for Wednesday: 00:10 a. m. 9. 31 ft, 12:44 p. m. 8. 52 ft Low Tide for Wednesday: 06:28 a. m. 0. 18 ft, 18:42 p. m. 0. 40 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Thursday, November 17th 2011 - Published: 2011-11-17 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-november-16th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Small wave in Tamarindo and still waiting for the new swell stared on Saturday, but today everybody having fun on the water and make the day, the conditions was a little glassy and some right breaking on the river mouth to do some tricks.   Tamarindo Wave.       Claudia Guest Surfer       Local Surfer       Tamarindo Sunset       Guest Student   High Tide for Friday: 07:36 a. m. 7. 66 ft, 20:13 p. m. 7. 95 ft Low Tide for Friday: 01:22 a. m. 1. 61 ft, 13:43 p. m. 1. 23 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Experience of a Lifetime: When Witch's Rock Surf Camp Changed My Life - Published: 2011-11-15 - Modified: 2025-02-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/experience-of-a-lifetime-when-witchs-rock-surf-camp-changed-my-life/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp - Tags: Surfing, Travel tips Arrival. Was a sunny Los Angeles day in early September. I had recently been given the rare opportunity to be paid for some time off, and with that time off I had decided I wanted to write some travel essays. Of course, in order to write travel essays, you must travel. Hmm, where could I go that would be a bit atypical? A place where I wouldn’t feel unsafe going solo and might involve some kind of learning-to-do-somethingness? An interesting place that would fuel my creative writing thoughts? A place where I could fulfill one of my life’s most long sought after drea... OH MY GOD SURF CAMP. “Surf camp,” “Best surf camp,” “Tropical surf camp,” “Duck penis” – all search terms that still pop up in my computer’s search cache. I researched the hell out of the possibilities. I really wanted to find just the right place, read as many user-reviews as I could, go some place beautiful and inviting, but also find something that wasn’t going to send me to the poorhouse. And there she was- WitchsRockSurfCamp. com. I called reservations and spoke with the lovely Elizabeth. She answered all of my dumb questions like, “So, are there going to be any other solo travelers there? ” (definitely) Or, “Do I need to bring my own rashguard? ” (you don’t have to, but you can) Or, “Do you know what a duck penis looks like because I’m just curious? ” She didn’t know that last one. No one knows. I arrived at 12:10pm Greenwich Mean Time, September 24th, 2011, with a new sense of hope, an incommunicable amount of excitement, and my two new rashguards. I was ready to ride this pony. As promised, there was a shuttle driver there to pick me up at the Liberia Airport. He was also there to pick up other solo travelers, two of my new future CFFs (camp friends forever), Chris and Tim, who I’d just met at the terminal. Over the 45-minute drive, the three of us had our where-ya-froms and why-ya-heres, and before we knew it, we were arriving at the sacred grounds of Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo. Dreams were about to become realities. We got out, walked through the main entrance of the Eat @ Joe’s Cafe, and there I was, standing in just the spot where I had first seen the “Nachos as Big... --- > Surf Report for Sunday, November 13th 2011 - Published: 2011-11-13 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-november-13th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report A Sunday and family day in Tamarindo, today the conditions was cloudy but fun waves with offshore wind for few hours and then river mouth was a little barrelling and then the wind change to side shore but still fun to ride the longboard and take some left and right wave. The size 3ft on the set and a lot people on the water having fun in Tamarindo. Tamarindo River Mouth     Guest Student     Omar Local Surfer     Guest Student     Local Surfer     Party Wave   High Tide for Monday: 04:38 a. m. 8. 76 ft, 17:09 p. m. 8. 19 ft Low Tide for Monday: 10:50 a. m. 0. 39 ft, 10:50 p. m. 0. 39 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Friday, November 11th 2011 - Published: 2011-11-11 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-november-10th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Offshore wind and open riders today Avellanas was really fun to surf, Beautiful day and the water very clear good day to travelling south to Tamarindo and select a place to surf Avellanas make some good left and right wave and with overhead size on the set.   Guest Student       Guest Surfer       Guest Student       Guest Student       Kailani Surf Instructor   High Tide for Saturday: 03:24 a. m. 8. 94 ft, 15:54 p. m. 8. 28 ft Low Tide for Saturday: 09:37 a. m. 0. 28 ft, 21:45 p. m. 1. 06 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Thursday, November 10th 2011 - Published: 2011-11-10 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-november-10th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report With the wind offshore all day today Tamarindo was really good and making Overhead wave on the set and left and right breaking very well, a lot local jum on the water and having fun and do some tricks. The weather was really nice too, sunny day and people hangout with beer, chair and music watching the surfer and students in action. Lupe Local Surfer     Paulina Surfer Girl     Cacarin Local Surfer     Saba Local Surfer     Surfer Girl     Tamarindo Style     Tamarindo Wave     Surf Life   High Tide for Friday: 02:47 a. m. 8. 87 ft, 15:17 p. m. 8. 22 ft Low Tide for Friday: 09:01 0. 39 ft, 21:08 1. 08 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, November 9th 2011 - Published: 2011-11-09 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-november-9th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Today the conditions were not the best because the wind don't help at all but fun to go with the longboard and make some wave, the swell is going small in Tamarindo if you want to surf a little better size go North (Playa Grande) or South (Avellanas, Negra, Marbella) but sunny days and have some tan color is another option for some people and waiting for the next swell coming.   Steven Local Surfer     Tamarindo Wave     Having fun in Tamarindo     Kent Surfer Guy     Tamarindo Wave   Sara Surfer Girl   High Tide for Thursday: 02:11 a. m. 8. 72 ft, 14:39 p. m. 8. 08 ft Low Tide for Thursday: 08:26 a. m. 0. 59 ft, 20:32 p. m. 1. 17 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Just Go Somewhere Already (With a VIDEO that Proves Why You Should) - Published: 2011-11-07 - Modified: 2023-06-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/just-go-somewhere-already-with-a-video-that-proves-why-you-should/ - Categories: Blog - Tags: Lifestyle, Pura Vida, Surfing Friends! Apologies for the brief hiatus. I escaped to surf in Ecuador and upon my return home was greeted with not one but TWO swells, back-to-back. I intended to write, but the waves were perfect and I gave into their charm all day every day, until today. I’m here now though, so let’s talk... I hope you don’t mind if I assume you’re reading this because you want to surf in Costa Rica or you’re longing to return here. Believe me, I’ve been there. Sometimes it’s easier to travel through the Internet than it is to physically get up and go. You have responsibilities at home, and your vacation days get snagged by weddings and things like Christmas or whatever. Sometimes, escaping the every day can feel like a job better suited for Houdini than for yourself. But may I suggest that during your next journey into The Matrix, you at least look for a flight to somewhere you want to go? Somewhere. Anywhere. Because I’m pretty sure we only live once, and the older we get the faster these years fly by. It’s already November for crying out loud; we need to have a little fun before we’re 90. It’s obvious I’m inspired by my recent trip to South America. But you guys, I almost said no. If I had, I wouldn’t have learned the things I learned, and I would’ve missed out on a lot of fun. Thankfully, I said yes. And this got me thinking of a story directly related to WRSC. One I’d like to share with you now, in hopes that you too will be inspired to pack up your suitcase and skip town... . His name is Hernan Pettinaroli. He’s been a dear friend of mine for years. I was lucky enough to spent two months working with him at an agency in Miami before my first trip to WRSC. And when I returned, we immediately began working together again. The poor guy had to sit there and listen to me reminisce about Costa Rica day after day. Hernan had never been to Central America. He’d never surfed. And I could see his mouth watering whenever I went into detail about the magic I had discovered in the ocean. As the days progressed, our project grew more demanding and we discussed Costa Rica less frequently. So I caught him off guard when I... --- > Surf Report for Sunday, November 6th 2011 - Published: 2011-11-06 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-november-6th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report A nice Sunday day because the sun was all day and making a hot day but still fun to go to the beach a surf at the river mouth was really good early on the morning making some barrel with a offshore wind and head high wave and then around 11:30 am the wind change to onshore but was the matter because you have more options to do on the beach in a beautiful day and finish with amazing sunset, good day to spend with friends or family in Tamarindo.   Tamarindo River Mouth       Camila The Next Pro Surfer Girl       Having Fun in Tamarindo       Ruben Local Surfer       Tamarindo Style       Tamarindo Wave       Guest Student   Tamarindo Sunset   High Tide for Monday: 00:08 a. m. 8. 03 ft, 12:35 p. m. 7. 43 ft Low Tide for Monday: 06:27 a. m. 1. 50 ft, 18:34 p. m. 1. 63 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Dream Job Opportunity? Chef and Restauranteur at Lake Arenal - Published: 2011-10-25 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/dream-job-opportunity-chef-restauranteur-163/ - Categories: Blog, Careers and Jobs, Tamarindo News What would you bring to the table? WANTED: Chef and Restauranteur with passion and experience in sustainable, farm-to-table, locally grown and sourced, organic and alternative food production, preparation, presentation, and world-class service. We are seeking a special individual for a key management position in a new opportunity at a spectacular Eco Lodge, Microbrewery, and Microfarm in Tilaran, Costa Rica overlooking Lake Arenal. The owners and management team of Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica have taken over the operations, development, sales and marketing of a beautiful resort property in Tilaran and are busy renovating and building the new microbrewery bar, lounge, and full restaurant with panoramic views of the Tenorio and Miravailles Volcanoes and Lake Arenal. The property includes a 20+ room hotel, pool, tennis courts, and gardens. The microfarm operations include organic gardens, small-scale beef, pork, and chicken farming, an aquaponics system growing Tilapia and vegetables. The property also includes a successful beer microbrewery (one of only a handful in Costa Rica). For the right restauranteur, this is a dream opportunity to take a wealth of resources in a spectacular location to help develop and run a one-of-a-kind experience. Something special is brewing at Lake ArenalAbout the Company... As the most popular and successful Surf Camp Resort in Costa Rica, with an 18 Room Beachfront Hotel, two busy Restaurants and Surf Shop directly in front of the best waves in Tamarindo, Witch's Rock Surf Camp has 11 years of experience, a raving fan base of thousands of repeat guests, an excellent reputation on Trip Advisor, Facebook, and Google. We currently have over 70 employees, including an experienced international management team. Over the past two years, Witch's Rock has grown significantly despite the global economic recession, and against the trends in Costa Rica and around the world. The Restauranteur position is a senior management position within the parent company that runs Witch's Rock Surf Camp. This position is eligible for a long-term employment contract with potential for Parent Company Stock Options. For the right individual with the desire to live in an incredibly beautiful place while enjoying a challenging and dynamic career with lots of growth potential, this is a dream opportunity. --- > Surf Report for Sunday, October 23th 2011 - Published: 2011-10-23 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-october-23th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report The sun come up just for like one hour and make the conditions look nice with small wave but good for having fun. With open left and right and size 3ft nice Sunday to go with the family or friends to the beach and make the day surfing play some games or just relaxing on the sand.   Guest Student       Dean Local Surfer       Bryan Surfer Guy       Guest Student       Flash Surf Instructor       Love In Tamarindo   High Tide for Monday:12:15 a. m. 8. 22 ft Low Tide for Monday:05:58 a. m. 0. 73 ft, 18:15 p. m. 0. 58 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Friday, October 21th 2011 - Published: 2011-10-21 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thurday-october-20th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report A good day to go surfing as the conditions were good for surfing at Playa Grande. With a calm sea and good opening Lefts and rights to make your own with good tricks and size to the head could not escape a perfect day in Playa Grande.   Katrina Surf Girl       Mark Surfer Guy       Paco Surf Guide       Analisa Guest Student       Chelu PaddleBoard   Surf Student   Karine Surfer Girl   High Tide for Saturday:10:13 a. m. 7. 31 ft, 22:48 p. m. 7. 91 ft Low Tide for Saturday:03:51 a. m. 1. 87 ft, 16:17 p. m. 1. 52 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! Leaf Guest Student       --- > Robert August Surfboard Winner: Gary Wnorowski - Published: 2011-10-21 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robert-august-surfboard-winner-gary-wnorowski/ - Categories: Blog, Robert August, Surf Camp - Tags: Robert August Simply Priceless There are few moments in surfing that are as special as receiving your own custom made, hand-shaped surfboard. And when that board is shaped by the living legend Robert August right here on the beach in Tamarindo, well that's just priceless! This past June we decided to give this awesome gift away to one of the people who booked during that month. To select the winner, we put all of the names in a hat and had our lovely team member Liz close her eyes and pull one out. The lucky winner was Mr. Gary Wnorowski, and Gary picked up his board this week directly from the hands of Mr. Robert August himself. This was a super fun giveaway to make happen, so don't be surprised to see another one in the near future. Stay tuned! --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, October 18th 2011 - Published: 2011-10-18 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-october-18th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Sunny day this morning, with good waves at the gold coast... Perfect conditions for surfing offshore wind, good left and right waves, not to high like 4 ft to 5 ft on the set, but with good shape. Excellent day for photography, I capture some good moments of the surfers just playing in the water... All you can see were happy people having fun. Flash Surf Guide WRSC     Luis Castro Local Surfer     Omar Peraza Local Surfer     Secret Spot Wave     Freya Local     Chelu Surf Guy   Michael Local Surfer     Secret Spot Wave High Tide for Tuesday: 07:05 a. m. 7. 62 ft, 19:42 p. m. 7. 23 ft Low Tide for Tuesday:00:46 a. m. 1. 82 ft, 13:18 p. m. 1. 46 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Explore Facebook comments that rock super hard! Discover how feedback shapes the Witch's Rock Surf Camp experience. - Published: 2011-10-17 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/facebook-comments-wrsc-care-package/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp, Surf Shop Blog - Tags: Witch's Rock surf shop Simply put- We absolutely love feedback! This super cool thing called 'the internet' allows us to communicate with the Witch's Rock Surf Camp family like never before, and we couldn't be more excited about this. Whether it be through our blog, our facebook page, our twitter page, on Trip Advisor or any of the other countless platforms currently available, the feedback we receive helps us to continually work on improving what we do. We couldn't be what we are without this feedback, so every now and again we take a moment to say 'thank you' and highlight some of the priceless feedback we receive from you, the very people who make the WRSC world go 'round. Check it out- "I am saving up, for the third time. This time, it will work. It will work, I will get down there. In the meantime, I am enjoying reading the reviews on Trip Advisor. I also like how you responded to that one negative review. way to admit past mistakes and talk about steps that were taken to better the situation. Made me like you even more. " -Heyward Boyce (via the Witch's Rock Surf Camp Fan Page) We want to thank Mr. Boyce, so we'll be sending him a Witch's Rock Surf Shop care package consisting of a stylish WRSC t-shirt, WRSC hat, as well as some WRSC stickers. We'll also be keeping a $50. 00 Eat @ Joe's tab ready for him as soon as he makes it down here. The goods. Thanks again to all of those who take time out of their lives to provide us feedback. Please keep it coming. See you in the water! --- > Surf Report for Sunday, October 16th 2011 - Published: 2011-10-16 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-october-16th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report With a sea of chocolate and a rainy day the waves were better today than other days because the left and right was breaking best for today and best for surfers and the late afternoon with the wind favored offshore. With size 3ft to 5 ft on the sets, Hopefully tomorrow the conditions get better to jump into the water. Pico Grande Wave   Guest Student       Local Surfer       Guest Student       Surfer Guy       Tamarindo Wave       Bodyboarding High Tide for Monday: 05:37 a. m. 8. 38 ft, 18:08 p. m. 7. 66 ft Low Tide for Monday: 11:49 a. m. 0. 81 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com!   --- > Surf Report for Thursday, October 13th 2011 - Published: 2011-10-13 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-october-13th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report With strong winds today the conditions are a bit choppy and disorganized. Opposite the Surf camp the right and left were the order of the day to make some surfers happy and end the evening without stress . . Today the size of the waves were 3ft to 5ft in Sets. . Tamarindo Wave     Guest Student       Tamarindo     Omar Local Surfer     Tamarindo   High Tide for Friday: 04:22 a. m. 9. 15 ft, 16:42 p. m. 8. 53 ft Low Tide for Friday: 10:29 p. m. 0. 30 ft, 22:38 p. m. 0. 56 ft   For more pictures check out Rafasand. com! --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, October 11th 2011 - Published: 2011-10-11 - Modified: 2023-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-october-11th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report With a severe storm conditions today was choppy and disorganized as the waves were closing out some times but better than yesterday. The size for today was 2ft to 4ft on the set and better wave for the surfer in the green water. Tamarindo River MouthGuest StudentLocal SurferGuest Student WRSCSurfing is better with FriendsHigh Tide for Thursday: 02:07 a. m. 8. 72 ft, 14:29 p. m. 8. 28 ftLow Tide for Tuesday: 08:19 a. m. 0. 64 ft, 20:27 p. m. 0. 79 ft --- > Learn valuable life lessons through surfing that go beyond catching waves. Transform your perspective both in and out of the water. - Published: 2011-10-10 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfing-lessons-catching-waves/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp - Tags: Lifestyle, Pura Vida, Surfing *The following is Part 3 of a 3-part series called “Surfing Lessons that Have Nothing to Do with Catching Waves (you can read Part 1 here and Part 2 here). Read it, love it, live it! In this series, I’m addressing specific things I’ve realized because of surfing that have helped my life in its entirety. Because when you learn how to surf, you learn so much more than just how to surf. These are lessons I try to use when I’m in the water, and now try even harder to use when I’m on dry land. (more... ) --- > Surf Report: The Weekend Wrap (...and it was one hell of a week!) - Published: 2011-10-09 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-the-weekend-wrap-and-it-was-one-hell-of-a-week/ - Categories: Surf Report Wow. What a great week it was for waves here in Tamarindo. Everywhere from Playa Avellanas to Playa Grande got their fair share of great waves. The Guanacaste micro-climate provided some pretty incredible conditions for this time of year. The rivermouth right out in front of the surf camp delivered its fair share of barrels during this swell. The sandbars seem to really be set up quite well right now. (more... ) --- > Surf Report for Thursday, October 6th 2011 - Published: 2011-10-07 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-october-6th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report The new swell was in on Thursday, delivering waves up and down the entire coast of Guanacaste. Waves ranged from head high to overhead plus at standout spots. The weather was almost perfect, especially considering that we're in October. (more... ) --- > Double Surf Report!! Sunday Oct. 2 & Monday Oct. 3 2011 - Published: 2011-10-03 - Modified: 2023-06-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/double-surf-report-sunday-oct-2-monday-oct-3-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report We know what a double-rainbow can do for people, so we decided to try a double surf report for Sunday and Monday! Both days saw a lot of fun waves and featured spectacular conditions mixed in with the occasional rain shower. As the pictures show, it was definitely a great time to be at the beach. Looking ahead, it appears that we'll have one more small-but-fun day on Tuesday before the first signs of our approaching swell start showing on Wednesday. Expect waves to be knee to waist-high, and don't be surprised to see a shower or two throughout the day. Here are the featured photos from both Sunday and Monday- Monday October 3, 2011 High Tide for Tuesday: 07:49 a. m. 8. 48 ft, 08:30 p. m. 7. 90 ft Low Tide for Tuesday: 02:04 p. m. 0. 81 ft --- > Surf Report for Saturday, October 1st 2011 - Published: 2011-10-01 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-october-1st-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report *We have teamed with Rafa Sandoval of rafasand. com to bring you an even better surf report. More news on this coming soon! The first day of October brought us small waves (although as you can see above, the waves were overhead for some people). Longboards were definitely the way to go today, and this will be the case for the next day or two until we get our next swell. Even though the waves were small, there were some clean corners to be had for those who were savvy enough to find them.   Everyone is looking to the horizon for the next swell. The waves will be in the knee to waist-high range until early Wednesday. It's still a few days away, but this new swell is looking promising.   Keep checking back for more updates!   High Tide for Sunday: 05:55 a. m. 9. 94 ft, 06:27 p. m. 9. 01 ft Low Tide for Sunday: 12:09 a. m. -0. 50 ft --- > 'Ollie's Point' - A Poem by Zach Friedman - Published: 2011-09-30 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ollies-point-a-poem-by-zach-friedman/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp - Tags: Pura Vida, Surfing *A poem I wrote after our venture to Ollie's. I've been coming with my dad to WRSC since 2007. Nameless rider at the famed Ollie's Pt.   -Ollie's Point- A pointed swell in my direction Here comes a wave, no time to reflect One paddle. Two Paddle. Three Paddle. Drop. My mind is blank; I'm not my feet A moving mountain, far from the peak I see the line emerge before me: An Oasis admits a desert trek The walls come quickly, crashing closer I duck my head and bend my neck An oceanic eclipse blocks out the sun 'Yahoo' echoes through the forest: My playful dance is done As I beach, board in hand Merely a child and father searching, surfing Living life amidst the sand -Zach Friedman-   Pure. --- > Surfing Lessons that Have Nothing to Do with Catching Waves pt. 2: THE ART OF SITTING STILL - Published: 2011-09-29 - Modified: 2025-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surfing-lessons-nothing-catching-waves-art-of-sitting-still-279/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp - Tags: Lifestyle, Pura Vida, Surfing *The following is Part 2 of a 3-part series called “Surfing Lessons that Have Nothing to Do with Catching Waves (you can read Part 1 here). Read it, love it, live it! Roberto behind me has mastered what I clearly haven'tIf you try surfing and you get hooked, you’re going to catch yourself thinking about it a lot. You might be in line at the bank, or at the dentist, maybe even at your own wedding - no matter where you are or what you’re doing, surfing will be somewhere in the back of your mind. I love this part about the sport because there is just so much to learn. And every minute you spend obsessing/studying/analyzing surfing, you’re obsessing/studying/analyzing aspects of it that enhance your whole life. That’s because surfing is perhaps life’s easiest giant metaphor. That’s what this series is all about. On Monday, I wrote about the power of positivity. Today I’m writing about something else: The challenge of doing absolutely nothing. LESSON TWO: THE ART OF SITTING STILL Sometimes when paddling out, you’re forced to accept a cruel reality - the waves just aren’t going to let up for you. You’re going to have to endure an exhausting paddle session before you even start catching waves. Whack after whack, you fight that whitewater with everything you have. You go from mad, to sad, to pissed, to calm and focused, all in a matter of five minutes. You look around to see how everyone else is doing – they all seem to be calmly paddling through it. How are THEY not freaking out like you? (Newsflash: they are. Remember, you can’t see their thoughts. ) You suppress the consideration of turning around and going back for a beer and some Nachos as Big as Your Ass. You continue digging your arms into the ocean, making headway towards the heavenly lineup. By the grace of God, FINALLY you make it out. You catch your breath, splash water on your face, and maybe do a stretch or two. “Whew, that was rough. ” After a few moments, you feel recharged and ready, and begin checking the horizon for a wave worthy of your time. But wait... what happened to all the waves? You just had to fight forty of them to get where you are, and now that you’re ready - it’s flat. Where’d they go? Now what?... --- > Surf Report for Sunday, September 18th 2011 - Published: 2011-09-18 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-september-18th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Beautiful skies this morning but the waves weren't quit on par with the scenery. The waves came in mostly in the knee high range with the bigger sets reaching waist high. Winds were calm for most of the morning with a gentle breeze blowing offshore until around 11am when they moved around and stayed soft onshore. The waves died out as the tide pulled out with conditions staying fairly clean even with the onshores. Things started to turn around about 3pm just after the rain slowed up. Conditions turned glassy and there were a few really nice waves rolling through. There wasn't much consistency until around 4:30 when things started staying open a little longer. Waves never reached much over waist to stomach high with the exception of a single clean out wave that rolled through around head high. With any luck, predictions will hold up and a little swell will manage to roll through tomorrow bringing in some shoulder high waves. It will have some short period swell mixed in with some long period, so we may have to wait and see exactly what conditions turn out to be. High Tide for Monday at 6:46am/7:17pm Low Tide at 12:26am/12:59pm Time of Post 9:00pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Monday, September 12th 2011 - 2 - Published: 2011-09-12 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-september-12th-2011-2/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Fun little mid afternoon session out on the Main as well as Pico Grande. Waves began building up around 10am with things picking up to waist to chest high by 12:30. Waves stayed pretty consistent throughout the afternoon until around 4pm when they began dying out a little. The winds were pretty strong blowing sideshore but it didn´t kill the wave and there was only a little bit of bump in the water. Things for the next couple of days look pretty similar with waves dropping off a bit after Wednesday. We´re still seeing 4-5 foot in the forecasts with Friday dipping below to the waist high range and then the waves popping back up to chest to shoulder for the weekend. High Tide for Tuesday at 3:14am/3:31pm Low at 9:21am/9:32pm Time of Post 8:37pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Sunday, September 11th 2011 - Published: 2011-09-11 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-september-11th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo It was a fairly small day out front but it did improve from yesterday. We saw mostly knee to waist high with the occasional chest set rolling through. Winds were mostly moving offshore in the AM but with a storm blowing through around 11am they did kick onshore for an hour or so with some heavy chop pushing in. The afternoon cleaned up a little but the waves seemed to die out with the tide rolling out. For Monday we may see a slight drop off in wave height in the shoulder to head high range. Conditions are looking to be less than perfect but the winds being shifty lately it´s still worth a look. High Tide for Monday at 2:38am/2:55pm Low at 8:46am/8:58pm Time of Post 7:45pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Saturday, September 10th 2011 - Published: 2011-09-10 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-september-10th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo It was a fun morning out on the Main Break with some super clean sets rolling in around waist to chest high. Winds stayed solid offshore until around 1pm when they started to kick around. The waves began to fade as we moved into the afternoon with some fairly heavy chop coming in. They picked up a little around sunset but it was waist high at best. For tomorrow we may see the swell jump back up into the head high range. We may not see the size out front but the near by south facing beaches may be popping. High Tide for Sunday at 1:58am/2:15pm Low at 8:07am/8:22pm Time of Post 7:25pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Friday, September 9th 2011 - Published: 2011-09-09 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-september-9th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (Las Palmeras) Super fun waves over in Grande today coming in between waist and chest high. Nothing monster and definitely a little more suited to longboard but fun none the less. Winds were fairly cam moving offshore and then turning sideshore around 11am. The break was still working when we finally gave it up around 1pm. We headed back to Tamarindo and things were looking small but fun with some clean waves breaking in the waist high range. By 2pm the wind had kicked heavy onshore with only a few decent rides coming through. Still worth the paddle out but patience was a definite requirement. It´s looking like the swell will drop off a bit more for tomorrow with predictions for chest to shoulder high waves. It might be worth the extra weight of the longboard. Starting on Sunday the waves will most likely jump up again in the head to slightly overhead range. High Tide for Saturday at 1:13am/1:31pm Low at 7:22am/7:42pm Time of Post 7:45pm --- > Baby Waves to Bigger Waves: One Surfer's Journey Through Progression - Published: 2011-09-06 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/baby-waves-to-bigger-waves-surfers-journey/ - Categories: Blog - Tags: Lifestyle, Surfing The journey to surfing glory starts with a single step. “Go now, amiga! PADDLE! Duro! Duro! DUROOOOO! ”My heart begins beating faster and my brain starts yelling at me: “I WANT THIS ONE. DO NOT MESS THIS UP. NO MATTER WHAT HAPPENS, YOU ARE NOT ALLOWED TO BAIL... ”On the smaller days I can honestly say that I'm a confident, wave-catching machine. But on the big days? Not a chance. I’ll paddle for one and tell myself it’s go-time, but when I see how steep the drop is, I panic and pull back. It's incredibly frustrating. For me, and for the rest of the lineup. Last week, a bunch of us were surfing a big day at Avellanas. I was frustrated because I kept pulling back at the last second on the biggest ones. David, who does surf tours at WRSC (if you haven’t seen the way he surfs, get here immediately) would see me paddling for one, shout at me (“duro, Sarita! ”), and then sigh in frustration when I wouldn’t go. Finally, he called me over and told me straight up, “If you don’t try for the big ones, you won’t get respect from the lineup. You have to at least TRY. ”David is so absolutely right. I need to grow a pair and TRULY commit to taking that wave. Otherwise, I’m just wasting my time. But... c’mon! This can’t be 100% my fault, right? The ocean is a player in this too – and I’m sorry, but that thing is super Bi-polar. Of course I love the ocean, but some days it has a major attitude problem. And I’m not experienced enough yet to know when it’s in a good mood (this wave is smiling because it wants to love me) or in a bad mood (this wave is smiling because it wants to kill me). Yes, the ocean is my friend, but it’s not my best friend. You never want to punch your BFF in the face, and I definitely have moments when I want nothing more than to give that ocean a knuckle sandwich. Do you know what I mean? I’m talking to all of you intermediate surfers out there. I can’t be the only one who feels this way. Hello? Fine. If you’re all too proud to admit it, I’ll do it:When it’s big out there, it’s really scary! And the ever-changing conditions... --- > Surf Report for Saturday, September 3rd 2011 - Published: 2011-09-03 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-september-3rd-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Things were still pretty hectic yesterday out on the Main break. The early morning we were seeing some smaller waves, in the head high range, but there was not a whole lot of organization with some serious current pulling in toward the river mouth. Things did clean up considerably in the afternoon but the majority of waves were still closing out. This morning has been clean with a left begining to hold up around 6am. As of right now that left is breaking clean in the chest to head high range, with some occasional overhead that is actually staying open as well. Wind is still light offshore and the water has just a small amount of texture to it. For the weekend predictions are calling for waves in the head high to overhead range. Swell is still generating out of the S and SW. High Tide for Today at 6:16am/6:46pm Low at 12:29pm Time of Post 9:10am Local Time --- > Learn 3 tips for good conversation while traveling in Costa Rica to enhance your cultural interactions and understanding. - Published: 2011-09-01 - Modified: 2025-06-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/3-tips-good-conversation-traveling-in-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog - Tags: Pura Vida, Travel tips Have you ever noticed that a lot of people seem to have an over-generalized understanding of Latin American culture? Like when person A says, “... most of last year I was in Costa Rica surfing and studying spanish... ”, to which person B will respond, “Great! I've always wanted to travel to Peru or Guatamala... ” It's as if all of Latin America blends together by being spanish speaking, which is weird because in my experience, it's the spanish speaking in a particular Latin American country that can really make it unique. In other words, the spanish in one Central American country is often very different from another Central American country, and it's often these linguistic differences that lend it a distinct character. Of course I learned all of this the hard way back in 2004 when I brought my construction site mexican spanish to Tamarindo and had to learn very quickly to drop it like a bad habit. Ticos have a lingo all their own. Just because I learned the hard way doesn't mean that you do too. Here's what I'm talking about... "Como esta usted? " One of the things that makes Tico spanish unique is the degree of formality used on a daily basis between not just strangers , but also friends. Tico spanish makes use mainly of the 'usted' and 'vosotros' voices and rarely will you hear even a mother address her children with the informal 'tu' form. This can be tricky if you are accustomed to conjugating your verbs and structuring your conversations around 'tu' as is common in Mexico and some other countries. Incorporating 'usted' and 'vos' into your vocab is a bit of extra work, requires a bit more planning, and until you get used to it can seem awkward. But it's worth it because in Costa Rica, unless you make an effort to adapt to the formality, your spanish will stand out in a slightly rude kind of way. Tico spanish is polite and clean in this respect, and contrasts greatly with almost any version of mexican spanish. "Mucho, mucho gusto! " Along these lines of formality, another aspect of Tico spanish that is quite obviously different is the typical 'thank you, your welcome' exchange. Most folks know the traditional 'de nada', which means 'for nothing' or 'you're welcome', as it's probably the most common response to 'gracias' across the board.... --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, August 30th 2011 - Published: 2011-08-30 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-august-30th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report   What a beautiful day today! We're still in a 'in-between phase' as we wait for our next swell to arrive, but the knee to waist-high waves have been super fun, especially given the way the weather has held up lately.   We should be seeing the first few waves from our next swell showing up early tomorrow afternoon.       High Tide for Tuesday 03:33 p. m. 9. 88 ft Low Tide for Tuesday 09:19 a. m. -0. 64 ft/09:37 a. m. -0. 89 ft --- > Surf Report for Sunday, August 28th 2011 - Published: 2011-08-28 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-august-28th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Saturday was a a pretty rough day here in Tamarindo. The winds were racing onshore in an apparent effort to get over and join the hurricane over on the Atlantic side. The water stayed pretty choppy for most of the day and the waves stayed close together with very little organization. Today started about the same with onshore winds and a lot of chop in the water. The waves did clean up a bit and managed some organization in the late morning with the tide coming in. They were mostly in the waist high range. In the early afternoon the winds started moving around quit a bit, and the water cleaned up considerably. Once the wind finally managed to kick all the way around and stay offshore the waves took on much better shape with a few lefts and rights staying open for some long rides. The currents were pretty strong pulling over to the River Mouth while the tide was still coming in. Most swell forecasts are still predicting the swell to hit late Wednesday and stick around for a few days. We´ll most likely still see the waves drop slightly before the swell. With the water cleaning up there will hopefully be some solid waist to chest to get us warmed up for the head high plus that´s on it´s way! High Tide for Monday at 2:28am/2:48pm Low at 8:33am/8:53pm Time of Post 7:04pm Local Time   --- > Surf Report for Friday, August 26th 2011 - Published: 2011-08-26 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-august-26th-2011-2/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo surf report (Photos Avellanas) A bit of a mixed up day around the Northern coast. Tamarindo saw some really great waves early around mid tide, looking clean and peeling. Avellnas and Tamarindo had winds flipping on and offshore making for some rather choppy, unpredictable waves. In Tamarindo we saw some short period waves bouncing around making for a difficult read. There were still some fun rides in the chest high range if you were ready for it. Swell is going to be dropping off in advance of next weeks monster. Things should bottom out around waist high on Tuesday before building quickly on Wednesday with the really big stuff jumping up on Thursday. High Tide for Saturday 12:54am/1:13pm Low at 6:54am/7:22pm Time of Post 8:25pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Thursday, August 25th 2011 - Published: 2011-08-25 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-august-25th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Beautiful day out on the beach Wednesday with clouds moving through. Waves were not huge but there was the occasional chest high set. Most were between the knees and waist with good shape. Fun little longboard waves the kept up throughout the day. The winds stayed offshore for almost the entire day making for nice clean conditions. As of now (Thurs 8:45am) the waves are still pretty small but there are some nice rights and lefts out near the River Mouth. We may see the waves spike up today to around shoulder high. For the rest of the week we´re still looking at waves between chest and shoulder. High Tide For Thursday at 11:20am Low at 4:50am/5:36pm Time of Post 8:45am Local Time --- > Surf Report for Sunday, August 21st 2011 - Published: 2011-08-21 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-august-21st-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo A beautiful day out today with waves picking up a little from yesterday. Shape this morning nice with some solid rights and great lefts. Winds were solid offshore, with most waves in the waist high range with some occasional shoulder sets. The swell should continue to pick up throughout today but as of around 10:30 the wind had turned onshore and as of now, with the tide still moving out there's not much going on. The swell is looking like it will hit somewhere in the neighborhood of shoulder high tomorrow and then stay fairly stable between chest and shoulder for most of the upcoming week. High Tide for Monday 8:12am/8:47pm Low at 1:43am/2:27pm Time of Post 1:07pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Saturday, August 20 2011 - Published: 2011-08-20 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-august-20-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Waves have been in the waist to shoulder-high range for the past couple of days. We're looking at a decreasing swell for today and tomorrow before a bump that is supposed to arrive on Sunday evening into Monday morning. Stay tuned! (more... ) --- > Costa Rica: Why She Has Emerged as the Heart of Central America - Published: 2011-08-15 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/costa-rica-3-heart-of-central-america-289/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp - Tags: Lifestyle, Pura Vida   The magnificent Playa Avellanas Having grown up surfing the frigid and sharky waters of Oregon, I have a special fondness for the warm waters and sandy beaches of Costa Rica. My first trip in the spring of 2005 planted the seed for what has become a profound affection for the country’s diversity of surf, culture, and natural beauty. Since that first trip, I have gone on to explore and surf in Nicaragua, Panama, El Salvador, and Mexico, but I always find myself coming back to Costa Rica. Why? Because no other Central American country can offer what Costa Rica delivers to surfers and adventurers year after year. QUANTITY and QUALITY As far as surfing, there's no other Central American country that can boast the sheer number of world-class waves. Ollie’s Point, Witch's Rock, Playa Hermosa, Pavones, Matapalo. . and that’s just the tip of the proverbial iceberg (there’s a whole other coast too, remember). Costa Rica has the best infrastructure in all of Central America and as a result, surf spots are relatively easy to get to. That’s not to say that you can’t get lost and find yourself free from the masses if you want to, but rather that all of Costa Rica is yours to enjoy once you’re there, assuming you can pull yourself away from one place long enough to see another. SAFETY FIRST The list of potential dangers can be somewhat long and alarming with certain Central American surf destinations. There’s the violent crime you’ve read about in El Salvador and the political instability rampant in the histories of Nicaragua and Guatemala (which often lends itself to anti-american sentiment). What’s remarkable though, is that you don’t find any of that in Costa Rica. Costa Rica has a relatively non-violent history free of civil war and dictatorship, and this peacefulness can truly be felt when you’re traveling through the country, surfing new breaks, and meeting new people. The people of any country are often a reflection of the state the country is in and in the case of Costa Rica, you can ask anyone, it’s Pura Vida! Lost under a Costa Rican sunset ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES The jungle, the mountains, the cloudforests, a carribean side rife with culture, world renown bio-diversity... . there are so many treasures packed into Costa Rica’s 20,000 square miles it’s mind boggling. Cruising through Costa Rica you will not be faced... --- > Rocking Hump-Day YouTube Clips: Dusty Payne, Andy Irons, Witch's & Ollie's - Published: 2011-08-10 - Modified: 2023-07-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/rocking-hump-day-youtube-clips-dusty-payne-andy-irons-witchs-ollies/ - Categories: Blog Picture yourself in a dream.   Is the work week dragging on? Are you ready for it to be Saturday already? The good news is that we're just about half-way through the week and can see the weekend on the horizon. The bad news is that if you're reading this right now, you're sitting in front of a computer or checking out your iPhone and not in the water surfing. YouTube has given a whole new meaning to mind-surfing, which is the next best thing if you can't actually be in the water. (more... ) --- > Surf Report for Monday, August 8th 2011 - Published: 2011-08-08 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-august-8th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo (Photos Las Palmeras) Today we saw the swell drop off a bit. The waves never broke chest high with conditions turning from glassy to fair/choppy around 11am. The River Mouth did see a few sets come in early but there was a very small window in the Mouth. Things never really picked up for the rest of the day with only a little action late in the day at the River Mouth. Tomorrow should be picking up a little although the conditions may not be ideal. Getting out early may be your best bet. High Tide for Tuesday at 10:42am/11:26pm Low at 4:12am/5:05pm Time of Post 7:45pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Sunday, August 7th 2011s - Published: 2011-08-07 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-august-7th-2011s/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Nice Morning out front with 3-4 foot and clean. There were a few standout head high with only a handful of people out in the line up to take them. Right now the river mouth is trying to get going but there hasn´t been a whole lot materializing. The Main is small and closing. The tide is still moving in and the winds are beginning to calm down so conditions may improve soon. There is a small crowd forming up out in the rivermouth. Today´s remaining High Tide at 9:03pm. Predictions for the week are still between shoulder and head high with a big swell coming in on Friday. High Tide for Monday at 9:33am/10:14pm Low at 3:02am/3:53pm Time of Post 5:20pm --- > Surf Report for Thursday, August 4th 2011 - Published: 2011-08-04 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-august-4th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report The waves today are looking great. The Main Break is around chest high and super glassy at the moment. The waves are staying open much longer than yesterday with the wind moving lightly out of the south. The swell maybe picking up later on in the day today but the conditions won´t be as good as they are right now. Today´s remaining high Tide at 6:14pm. Tomorrow we´ll be seeing a small drop in swell with wave height moving up and down between chest and head high for the rest of the week. High Tide for Friday at 6:40am/7:05pm Low at 12:16am/12:51pm Time of Post 8am Local Time --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, August 3rd 2011 - Published: 2011-08-03 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-august-3rd-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report We're in a transitional phase between our last swell and the next swell scheduled to arrive Thursday morning. The waves were in the knee to waist-high range yesterday, with an occasional chest-high set rolling through. Wednesday is looking small and very clean. The offshore winds have kicked up, making the conditions look flawless. The first signs of the new swell could start showing later this evening, so you'll definitely want to keep an eye on it. Beyond that, tomorrow is looking like it could be pretty damn good. High Tide for Wednesday at 05:26 p. m. 9. 65 ft Low Tide for Wednesday at 11:13 a. m. -0. 41 ft --- > Surf Report for Monday, August 1st 2011 - Published: 2011-08-01 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-august-1st-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo The swell stepped down a little today with mainly waist high rolling through. There were the occasional shoulder to head high sets that started showing up in the late afternoon. Winds were 50/50 coming with the water flipping between moderate chop and glass. For tomorrow we are looking at the swell dropping off a little more before it begins to pick back up late Wednesday. High Tide for Tuesday at 4:22am/4:40pm Low at 10:28am/10:46pm --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, July 27th 2011 - Published: 2011-07-28 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-july-27th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report   Well... ... the swell made it! ! ! ! After a run of small waves, a swell out of the south-southwest filled in late Tuesday night. As you can see, even the dogs were excited about this one! Waves at the Tamarindo Rivermouth were consistently running in the shoulder to head-high range, with standout sets coming in at 1-2ft. overhead. Everyone was so stoked that they were cool with sharing a wave together here and there. Let's not make that a habit though! There were plenty of nice little barrel rides to be had, and that should continue to be the case over the next couple of days as this swell continues to hold. Get out and get some! High Tide for Thursday- 12:49 p. m. 8. 13 ft Low Tide for Thursday- 7:06 p. m. 1. 28 ft --- > Surf Report for Thursday, July 28th 2011 - Published: 2011-07-28 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-july-28th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report I don't know if we even need to talk about how much fun this swell has been and how beautiful it was out there today. The pictures speak for themselves... . . Barrels... .   Rippables...   Launchpads...   Super long lefts... . (and rights) More ramps... . And even some nice close-outs! Waves are expected to stay around tomorrow. We're looking at more of the same with a slight drop-off in the evening. High Tide for Friday- 01:39 p. m. 8. 57 ft Low Tide for Friday- 07:20 a. m. 1. 65 ft, 07:53 p. m. 0. 75 ft --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, July 19th 2011 - Published: 2011-07-19 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-july-19th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report What a day out there today! The morning started off in the 2ft to 3 ft. range, with some occasional 4 ft. sets rolling through. Winds were light offshore and skies were blue. (more... ) --- > Here's What You Missed If You're Not Signed Up for the Newsletter - Published: 2011-07-18 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-newsletter/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News - Tags: Deals   As many of you already know, we sent out a newsletter this past Saturday. Because we have so much cool stuff going on right now, I wanted to pass along some of the key tidbits for those who aren't yet signed up. Here we go... JetBlue Announces JFK to Liberia DIRECT: Wow... I can't say enough about how excited this makes us. We touched on this in a recent blog post, but the news that JetBlue has made Liberia it's 70th official destination is big for the WRSC family. We have a lot of friends from New York and (more... ) --- > Surf Report for Monday, July 18th 2011 - Published: 2011-07-18 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-july-18th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo The waves were building today although we never quit got to the predicted size. The morning was fairly good, clean waist high sets with some chest high standouts. While things looked a bit crazy from the shore, out in the water the waves were great. With the tide dropping there wasn´t a whole lot out but around 9am there were a few sets that rolled through in the waist high range that were hollow and steep. The current was a little rough and the winds didn´t do a whole lot to smooth out the water but it was still pretty fun with only a handful of people out in the water. Close to sunset is when some decent size began rolling in but the water was textured at best. The shape was pretty good and there were some empty waves that needed a rider. For Tuesday the reports are calling for waves in the 4-6ft range out of the S and SW. The swell is on it´s way down so the morning tomorrow is definitely the time to get out. Conditions should be clean in the morning with the wind switching up in the early afternoon bringing semi choppy conditions in with it. High Tide for Tuesday at 5:28am/5:41pm Low at 11:31am/11:45pm Time of Post 9:03pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Sunday, July 17 2011 - Published: 2011-07-17 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-july-17-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo The water cleared up a bit today after the heavy rains we had over the past week had brought all of the mud down from the hills. The swell seems to be picking up a bit as well, with some solid chest high sets coming in late in the day. Winds were moving mainly side shore today, slightly on or offshore, conditions were fair with some periods of more intense chop. For the beginning of the week predictions are calling for waves to jump up to head high in the early AM. Conditions will be mixed, following the same pattern of late with clean in the morning followed by a mixture of fair to choppy for the remainder of the day. High Tide for Monday at 4:48am/5:00pm Low at 10:50am/11:07pm Time of Post 8:11pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Friday, July 15th 2011 - Published: 2011-07-15 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-july-15th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report   We headed down south to Playa Avellanas this morning. Last night's storm made the water a bit chocolate-milky, but there were still plenty of fun waves to be had out there.   The waves today were in the knee to chest-high range, with the occasional head-high set rolling through. Winds were onshore out of the south-southwest. Saturday is calling for 2-3 ft. waves out of the south. Winds will be light out of the south, with the possibility for afternoon thunderstorms. Sunday is when the next big swell begins to arrive, so be sure to check back with us!   High Tide for Saturday at 3:34 p. m. 9. 29 ft Low Tide at 09:23 a. m. 0. 73 ft --- > New York to Costa Rica: JetBlue Announces Direct Flights to Liberia - Published: 2011-07-14 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/new-york-to-costa-rica-jetblue-announces-direct-flights-to-liberia/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News   The typically low-cost airline JetBlue recently announced its 70th regularly scheduled destination, and this is one that we're particularly excited about. Beginning on Nov. 17th of this year, JetBlue will begin offering 4 weekly direct flights from JFK Int'l in New York to Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Liberia, Costa Rica. The Liberia airport is just a short drive away from Witch's Rock Surf Camp, so this is clearly big news for all of the WRSC family and friends. And while this directly benefits our friends in New York (you know who you are! ), this also makes (more... ) --- > Surf Report for Thursday, July 14th 2011 - Published: 2011-07-14 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-july-14th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report The day started out nice, with waves rolling in around the chest to head high range. The swell dropped off slightly from the past couple of days, but there were still plenty of fun waves to be had. The afternoon was when things started to get a bit ugly. A large thunderstorm rolled in and left us with victory-at-sea conditions. A few die-hard surfers stuck it out, but other than that the beach was essentially empty. Waves tomorrow should be in the chest-high range with the possibility of standout sets. A lot of it will depend on the ocean conditions, as the storm that rolled in this afternoon has carried on throughout the night. High Tide for Friday at 2:48pm Low Tide at 8:34am/9:03pm Time of Post 10:57pm Local Time   --- > Surf Report for Monday, July 11th 2011 - Published: 2011-07-11 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-july-11th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Waves this morning were beautiful with clean head high and slightly overhead sets coming through. The Main and the River Mouth were firing all over the place. Winds stayed calm moving offshore/sideshore until around 8:30 when they began to pick up some strength and chop up the water. Things stayed fairly decent until around 11am when the chop in the water really began to pick up. By 1pm we began to see quit a few white caps and the waves were becoming sloppy and fat. The rain cleaned conditions up around 4pm but there was no more glass in the water for the rest of the day. For tomorrow forecasts are calling for waves in the head to overhead range out of the SW and SSW. Winds will most likely be blowing sideshore with conditions fair mid-morning and choppy for the rest of the day with winds shifting onshore in the late morning. High Tide for Tuesday at 12:01pm Low Tide at 5:34am/6:24pm Time of Post 7:30pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Sunday, July 10th 2011 - Published: 2011-07-10 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-july-10th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Some great waves out on the Main break today. This morning was super glassy with some great shape and waves coming in around waist to chest high. Waves stayed pretty solid for the day without flattening even with the tide moving out. Late in the day with the tide coming in the waves pushed up with some solid head high sets coming in. The River Mouth was firing as well with some great rights coming out. Monday´s looking like the swell is building to around head high coming out of the SW and SSW. Conditions may not be as favorable as they were today with winds mainly sideshore in the morning turning onshore in the late morning. Conditions in the morning should be mainly fair with some chop entering the water as the wind shifts. High Tide for Monday at 10:57am/11:38pm Low at 4:26am/5:19pm Time of Post 9:30pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Saturday, July 9th 2011 - Published: 2011-07-09 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-july-9th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo A great for some competition here in at the Main break in Tama. The waves this morning were beautiful, with calm offshore winds, breaking in the chest to head high range. Glassy conditions prevailed until just after 9am. Some texture entered the water but we never saw any heavy chop. The River Mouth started kicking earlier than usual, throwing some small barrels and holding some decent size in the chest high range. In the later afternoon the Main was seeing some nice waves rolling left as well as some decent rights out of the river mouth. Waves continued to break in the chest high range with the winds shifting sideshore but not effecting the wave heavily. For Sunday we should be seeing the swell beginning to build pushing up just slightly overhead by sunset. Winds are predicted to stay favorable moving mainly offshore and then some shifting mixed in around mid-afternoon. Clean to fair conditions for the day. High Tide for Tomorrow at 9:53am/10:30pm Low at 3:21am/4:12pm Time of Post 9:45pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Thursday, July 7th 2011 - Published: 2011-07-07 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-july-7th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Out on the Main break today conditions improved considerably. The waves were not huge, in the waist high range for the most part, but with some steady offshore and much better organization there wasn't a whole lot to complain about. All you needed was a long board and a little patience. Things did fall apart somewhat just before noon and it never quit came back together like the morning. Tomorrow is forecasted to be slightly smaller in the chest to shoulder high range. Conditions are looking good for the morning and fair for the late morning and afternoon. Winds should stay offshore in the AM with sideshore and onshore for the late morning and early afternoon. High Tide for Friday at 7:55am/8:22pm Low at 1:28am/2:o8pm Time of Post 10pm Local Time --- > Stoked for Life: The Only Way I Want to Live - Published: 2011-07-06 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/stoked-for-life-the-only-way-i-want-to-live/ - Categories: Blog - Tags: Lifestyle, Pura Vida Playa Marbella, Costa Rica It’s a well known fact among anybody who has ever surfed that all it takes is one good wave and you’ll be hooked like an addict with no hope for recovery. The first wave is a magic moment that changes your life forever and leaves wanting more for eternity. It starts as an interest or outlet, becomes a hobby, and if you really catch the bug bad, damn near an obsession. When you’re trapped in the confines of your cubicle you daydream about your next wave, continually refreshing the surf cam, waiting for the day to end so you can get to the beach, hopefully before the swell drops or the wind picks up. The experience of surfing is unlike anything else. Some see it as a sport, others as a religion, and for some like myself simply a calling with one simple mission- to be stoked for life. Once you catch the bug you just know in your heart and soul that to live any other way would be completely insane. The Rush, The Escape and a State of Pure Zen When I asked a few friends to describe the feeling of riding a wave, the most clever response I heard was “it’s like an orgasm, you spend a lot of time trying to get it. It doesn’t last very long and it feels really good when you catch it. ” In case you’re wondering, it really is that good. Free of worry, free of thought, free of anything but you and your wave, your mind goes blank, escaping into a state of pure bliss that you hope never ends. “One last wave and I’m done” are famous last words of any surfer who usually paddles out for 10 more waves. In the zone or in a state of flow is often how the rush that brings us into this zen like state is described. A Tie That Binds The pursuit of waves is a tie that binds surfers so tightly we can’t help but wonder what is wrong with anybody who doesn’t share our love for the ocean. With close to nothing in common we find ourselves becoming the best of friends because we know we’ve started a journey that will last a lifetime. From traveling the world to driving on unpaved roads, we’ll do whatever it takes to continue on our quest... --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, July 7th 2011 - Published: 2011-07-06 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-july-7th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo We saw some size finally drop into the Main break today unfortunately there wasn´t much organization to go with it. Even with the winds moving offshore in the early morning the waves were somewhat choppy with a short period. The break didn´t do much at midday with the tide dropping low. Closer towards sunset we did see some decent lefts opening up but with the thunder and lightning approaching the water mostly cleared out. After a some rain we did see things clean up a little but there wasn´t much day light left and the water stayed mostly empty. For Thursday we may see the swell dropping a bit to shoulder high but the conditions are predicted to clean up. Winds will be moving offshore/sideshore in the AM and then moving around quit a bit in the PM. We should see clean to fair conditions for the day. High Tide for Tomorrow at 7:03am/7:26pm Low at 12:38am/1:13pm Time of Post 10:30pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Monday, July 4th 2011 - Published: 2011-07-04 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-july-4th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (Las Palmeras) Headed north today to see if we could find somewhere catching the SSW swell. We arrived at Palmeras around 2:30pm and the waves were definitely picking up but they lacked some organization. We stuck it out, even with the wind onshore, and as the day progressed we saw some decent shoulder and head high sets breaking. There was quit a bit of chop in the water and not too many long rides but the occasionaly great ride was still around. A bit south of us at the Main break in Grande there were some good waves breaking outside in the head to just overhead range, although again, most of the rides were a bit short lived. Tamarindo today was small but fairly clean with some shifting winds. The sunset session was great for longboards. For Tuesday we should see the swell continue it´s upward swing moving into solid head high coming out of the S with a small SSW contribution late in the evening. Winds are predicted to be side shore early moving onshore in the late morning and holding until sunset. Conditions should follow the wind with fair early and choppy for the remainder. High Tide for Tuesday at 5:30am/5:47pm Low at 11:34am/11:52pm Time of Post 9:06pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Friday, July 1st 2011 - Published: 2011-07-01 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-july-1st-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (Bula Bula) Took a run north today up to Bula Bula in Playa Grande. Waves were decent early, around 11am, with the tide still fairly low. There were a few knee to waist high sets and some shape that was ok all be it on the mushy side. Around noon, with the tide filling in and the winds turning onshore, there wasn´t much of a break to speak of. The swell wasn´t carrying enough to make the break. Once we returned to Tamarindo close to 2pm the winds had died down considerably with some clean small waves coming through. We never really saw anything get above waist high for the remainder of the day but if you were on a longboard there was a bit of fun to be had. For Saturday we should see the swell picking up significantly with chest to shoulder predicted coming out of the S and SSW. Winds will hopefully stay favorable until afternoon with conditions turning fair to choppy as the wind turns. High Tide for Tomorrow at 3:23am/3:33pm Low at 9:18am/9:45pm Time of Post 9:06pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Thursday, June 30th 2011 - Published: 2011-06-30 - Modified: 2011-06-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-30th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo The swell was missing today on the Main break. Early in the day we had some clean conditions and decent shape on occasion, but the size never really got above stomach high. Winds around 10am were good moving gentle offshore and side shore. As we passed noon and got closer to high tide the wind shifted onshore and there was just too much water for the swell to push up any solid waves. As the tide moved out the chop coountinued and the waves were scarce and rarely above knee high. A long board afternoon for sure. For Friday predictions are calling for more waves in the waist to chest high range coming out of the S. We should be seeing some clean conditions again in the morning and with fair to choppy through out the afternoon. The swell should begin building again on Saturday with some decent size coming in next week. High Tide for Tomorrow at 2:40am/2:49pm Low at 8:33am/9:03pm Time of Post 9:30pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Monday, June 27th 2011 - Published: 2011-06-27 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-june-27th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo It was a much cleaner day out on the Main break today. Some of the mud had cleaned up by the early morning and the winds were staying steady offshore early. Waves were reaching shoulder high and the River Mouth was working a little early. Around 10:30 the winds began to twist around shutting down the River Mouth and leaving the Main in a less than glassy state. The Main did continue to work some what through the middle of the afternoon with brief periods of shape followed by a mixture of chop and disorganization. The winds were never able to kick back offshore giving us only the occasional good ride at sunset. For Tuesday forecasts are calling for the waves to take yet another dip in size. Starting the day out in the shoulder to head high range and ending the day with head high. Winds should be moderate offshore in the morning and calm to moderate moving sideshore/onshore from the early afternoon on. Conditions should follow the wind with clean in the AM and fair in the PM. High Tide for Tuesday will be at 12:19am/12:30pm Low Tide at 6:04am/6:51pm Time of Post 11:20pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Sunday, June 19th 2011 - Published: 2011-06-19 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-june-19th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Main Break Swell was definitely on the way down today. Early morning was good with moderate offshore winds and glassy conditions. There were several nice lefts peeling off between waist and chest high. Things stayed pretty decent until around 10 when the wave went away and the winds began to turn. At low tide we didn´t really see much happening. In the Afternoon the winds had fully turned onshore and the break got choppy and a little disorganized. Around 5 the clouds finally let loose some of the rain they had been threatening all day and the rain seemed to beat the chop out of the water. Things stayed super glassy but pretty small, around knee to waist high, until the sun had set. For tomorrow we should see the swell hit bottom before it rapidly climbs back up on Tuesday. For the morning we should see clean conditions in the shoulder high range, with wave height and conditions deteriorating in the afternoon to just over chest and choppy. Tuesday we will most likely be seeing overhead early so be ready. High Tide for Monday at 5:56am/6:09pm Low at 11:59am Time of Post 8:18pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, June 15th 2011 - Published: 2011-06-16 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-june-15th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo (C. S. /Main) Another big day out on the Main break today. With waves coming in head high as the tide filled around 11am. The shape wasn´t holding very well with light offshore winds turning sideshore/onshore around 10am. The left heading out to the River Mouth was working but only on occasion. We headed south of the Main break and found conditions there were considerably better with both lefts and rights working with the lefts staying open a bit longer. Rains did come but with no lightning everyone was staying in the water. At Sunset the Main did clean up but the wave was very inconsistent moving between flat and head high with quit a few closeouts. For Thursday we should be seeing the swell beginning to taper off with predictions calling for chest to shoulder high by the afternoon. Winds will be nearly dead for the majority of the day, with direction moving around. Conditions should be clean in the early morning with fair for the remainder of the day. High Tide at 2:45am/3:00pm Low Tide at 8:43am/9:17pm Posted 8:01am on 6-16 --- > Surf Report for Thursday, June 16th 2011 - Published: 2011-06-16 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-16th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo A pretty great day out on the Main break today. Things started off a little slow, with some fairly small waist and under set coming in around 8am. By 10 things were picking up but a somewhat unexpected onshore wind began pushing hard throwing the break into some choppy conditions and a rather unorganized state. Around noon with rain coming down pretty heavy the winds eased up and the swell began to bring something to the break. Some head high waves were passing through with most breaking around stomach to shoulder high. By sunset with the rain subsiding and the winds pushing a little harder offshore the waves took on some really nice shape with some smaller rights working and lefts running off shoulder to head high into the River Mouth. For Friday we should be seeing another slight drop in the SW swell with waves coming in between chest and shoulder high on south facing beaches. Winds should keep conditions in the morning clean but may make the afternoon a bit choppy at best. High Tide for Friday at 3:35am/3:50pm Low at 9:35am/10:04pm Time of Post 9:52pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, June 14th 2011 - Published: 2011-06-15 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-june-14th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Winds were moving pretty fast offshore starting early in the morning. With the wind keeping the water glassy the waves did there part, coming in stomach to head high with some near perfect shape. In the late morning we saw some standout overhead but they were not able to hold shape and mostly closed out. The winds stayed solid offshore until around 2:30 pm with set after set rolling in, lefts and rights with the size diminishing somewhat in the early afternoon. By 3 the conditions had turned semi choppy and the break lost some of the organization. Heavy rain and lightning cleared out the water for most of the afternoon. A few people came back for the sunset session with the River Mouth firing around chest to shoulder high with winds kicking back offshore. Winds are predicted to move onshore around noon on Wednesday. Conditions should stay fairly clean until the winds shift. At high tide we should begin to see waves similar to yesterday, with predictions for head high and occasional slightly overhead coming out of the SSW. Afternoon conditions may end up being fairly choppy. High Tide for Wednesday at 1:51am/2:09pm Low Tide at 7:49am/8:27pm Posted 8:35am on 6-15 --- > Surf Report for Monday, June 13th 2011 - Published: 2011-06-13 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-june-13th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo The day started out great with some glassy conditions and decent size, but by 9:30am the wind had kicked onshore. The wave wasn´t able to handle the onshore leaving the main pretty blown out with waist to chest high crumbling through. As the day progressed the winds never really let up, moving fairly strong onshore until just before sunset. We did see some really amazing waves roll through just after the sun had set and the light was fading. For Tuesday predictions look good if not a little on the small side. Forecasts for the swell are in the shoulder to head high range continuing out of the SW and SSW. Tamarindo will most likely still be missing most of the swell but we should still see some waist to chest high with the winds staying offshore for the day. Conditions should stay near glass for the entire day. High Tide for Tomorrow at 12:55am/1:15pm Low Tide at 6:52am/7:34pm Time of Post 7:55pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Saturday, June 11th 2011 - Published: 2011-06-11 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-saturday-june-11th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo A quiet day out on the Main break today. Winds were holding light offshore until around 11am. Waves in the early morning peaked around shoulder high with some decent shape but there was a significant amount of closeouts. After the winds kicked onshore the waves tamped down and were hovering around knee high for most of the afternoon. At sunset the wind nearly stopped releasing the waves and allowing them straighten up a bit more but they continued to break best for long boards. For Sunday we are looking at the waves dropping a bit to around shoulder high still being generated out of the SW and SSW. Winds should stay mostly light to moderate moving sideshore/offshore. Clean for most of the day with some small patches of bumps. Hight tide for Sunday at 11:18am/11:54pm Low at 4:48am/5:38pm Time of Post 9:50pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Thursday, June 9th 2011 - Published: 2011-06-10 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-9th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo What started out as an overcast day here on the main break, turned quickly into something fun. There were no epic sets but there were some solid rides with some short lefts and some medium rights heading towards the rocks in the early morning. Waves were coming in between waist and chest high for most of the early morning. The size only showed up for about 20 minutes on either side of the high tide and most of the bigger, head high sets, shut down. With the tide sucking out around noon and the winds kicking onshore the conditions went from glassy to choppy. Some fun long board waves in between the river and the main Stuck around. The rest of the day saw the winds holding onshore with waves around the knee to waist high range. Closer to sunset the wind died and the waves picked up, but the waves were out done by the setting sun. For Friday the forecast is showing the swell remaining stable in the morning, with head high and occasional overhead coming out of the SW. We'll still be fairly sheltered from the swell here at the Main but there is always the possibility for some big sets to show up here. Winds should be running light for the day with sideshore in the morning and onshore for the rest of the day. High Tide for Friday at 9:16am/9:46pm Low Tide at 2:46am/3:16pm Time of post 11:30pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Friday, June 10th 2011 - Published: 2011-06-10 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-june-10th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (Las Palmeras) Another overcast morning with waves that more than made up for the grey skies. We rolled up to Palmeras about 7:45am with the tide pulling in the conditions looked a little mixed up. But there was some decent sets rolling through so we decided to stick for a while. By 8am the break had organized itself and there were some awesome waves rolling through. The winds were moving offshore but so light as to be barely noticeable. The winds did eventually kick sideshore but they did not pick up any strength so they did not have any effect. While they Main break in Grande saw a bit of a crowd we had the entire beach to ourselves for the entire 4 hours we were there. We cruised back to Tamarindo just in time to grab some lunch at noon. Conditions at the Main were not throwing the way Grande was but there were some great long board waves coming in all the way through sunset. Winds for the rest of the day remained near dead leaving the conditions in water near glassy. For Saturday predictions are calling for waves in the head to over-head range in the AM coming out of the SW and W. Size should drop off slightly in the afternoon, loosing the W contribution and gaining some swell from the S. Winds should be calm to moderate for the day staying mainly offshore to sideshore. Conditions should be clean to fair for the day. High Tide for Tomorrow 10:17am/10:51pm Low Tide at 3:46am/4:35pm Time of Post 8:15pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, June 8th 2011 - Published: 2011-06-08 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-june-8th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Today started out beautiful and ended the same. With clouds threatening and the winds blowing offshore, there were some great waves coming in early. Nothing overwhelming but conditions were glassy and most waves were holding some decent shape. As the morning wore on the waves began to pick up size and which was difficult for the main break to handle. While the dawn patrol was seeing waist to chest high, mid morning began to see chest to shoulder closeouts with shoulders that were a struggle to get to and soft when available. Once the tide fully began to drop in the late morning the size dropped off and at low tide the swell wasn't quit hitting the River Mouth. In the early afternoon the winds had fully turned onshore and were keeping up moderate strength. On towards mid afternoon with the tide coming back in the waves began to pick up once again. Not to the level of the morning but there were some fairly solid waist to chest high. Even with the onshore winds the shape held up fairly well and the conditions never got too choppy. For Thursday predictions call for head high with occasional 1-3 ft overhead out of the SSW. We should expect something in the head high and under here at the Main break. Winds will be calm, sideshore, in the morning gaining a little strength and turning onshore in the late morning/early afternoon. We will most likely see semi glassy in the morning turning to semi bumpy as the day wears on. Happy Birthday Sarah! High Tide for Thursday at 8:19am/8:44pm Low Tide at 1:50am/2:30pm Time of Post 10:46pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, June 7th 2011 - Published: 2011-06-07 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-june-7th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo This morning started out nearly perfect with calm offshore winds and waist to chest high waves. The water was glassy and clean with some great shape. There were short periods of closeouts as the sets got bigger than the Main could handle but in between there were some lovely lefts riding into the river mouth. As the tide sucked out the waves did die a little but with the winds staying offshore for the day there were always some rides to be had. In the afternoon towards sunset the winds had nearly died leaving the water still glassy. The Main saw some size come back but there were quit a few close out sets. Pico Pequeño was a bit smaller than the Main but had some better shape. For Wednesday forecasts are for a small spike in the swell with 1-3 foot overhead out of the SSW/SW in the early morning. Conditions should be fair but with a chance of the winds begining to kick onshore around by mid-morning there could be some chop showing up in the water around 11am. High Tide for Wednesday at 7:25am/7:46pm Low at 12:59am/1:32pm Time of Post 8:33pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Monday, June 6th 2011 - Published: 2011-06-06 - Modified: 2011-06-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-june-6th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo A great early morning here on the main break. Some great shape on waist high waves. Water was warm and the winds were blowing light offshore leaving conditions in the water near perfect. Things started to close out around 8am but there was still the occasional ultra clean set rolling through. Mid day there was a bit of a lull with the tide sucking out the wave size dropped to knee high and under. Winds were very cooperative today staying light offshore for the entire day. We even had a quick afternoon shower to tamp down the temperature. Late in the day wave size began to climb back up with some sets reaching up to shoulder high. Waves were closing on the main break but there were some shoulders open near the Rocks and over towards the River Mouth. For Tuesday the swell that has apparently stalled out should finally arrive. Predictions are calling for overhead coming out of the SSW. Unfortunately the winds will be coming out of the same direction bringing in some rough conditions. Hight Tide for Tomorrow at 6:36am/6:53pm Low at 12:12am/12:36pm Time of Post 8:40pm Local Time --- > We are definitely coming back to this amazing facility! Incredible instructors and fantastic service make for a great experience. - Published: 2011-06-03 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/definitely-coming-back/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews Hi Shawna. I wanted to let you know that we had the best time! Everyone couldn't have been nicer... Rigo and Andres were incredible instructors, Alfonso, Anya (from Joe's) and Happy were very professional and helped us out in many occasions. We are definitely coming back and telling anyone who'll listen how great your facility and staff were. Brandon --- > Surf Report for Thursday, June 2nd 2011 - Published: 2011-06-02 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-june-2nd-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo A mixed bag of waves out in Tama today. This morning was quite with very little coming in by way of waves. Winds were quite and offshore with glassy conditions but not a whole lot to be ridden. Closer to high tide, in the early afternoon, we saw some sets coming in shoulder to head high but with the winds turning heavy side shore anything above shoulder high closed down rapidly. Conditions became fairly choppy with the strong winds and most ridable sets were in the waist to chest high range. Things did clean up at sunset with the glass coming back into the water. The size though, did not stick around for the calm winds and we saw mostly waist high. For Friday predictions are calling for waves chest to shoulder out of the SSW and WSW. Conditions in the AM should be good with glassy waters and light offshore. In the afternoon the winds will gain a little strength coming in moderate onshore. Conditions will deteriorate in the early to mid afternoon. High Tide for Friday at 3:46am/3:54pm Low Tide at 9:38am/10:07pm Time of Post 8:03pm --- > Buenas Olas..... WRSC Sponosored rider Yury Alvarez. - Published: 2011-06-02 - Modified: 2023-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/buenas-olas-wrsc-sponosored-rider-yury-alvarez/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp, Tamarindo News Every once in a while here at WRSC we spot some local surfing talent that can´t be ignored. We are super stoked to announce our sponsorship of Yury Alvarez a great local surfer. Right now she´s on her way to the Volcom Howler Monkey Fish contest being held in Playa Jaco on June 4th. We´re all a little bummed that we can´t go and check out the contest, but Yury said she would swing back by the camp and let us know how it turned out. She came by the camp yesterday for a quick photo shoot and she was nice enough to give us a little bit of her background... . . Yury is 17 and grew up in El Llano, Costa Rica. When her mom moved out to Tamarindo she made the move with her. She attends the Liceo de Villareal school. She took up surfing 4 years ago and has been in several contests with her highest finish being 2nd. She couldn´t remember when or where that contest was (clearly she´s not focusing on the past right now). Looking towards the future, Yury says that she "Wants to keep gaining more experience so that she can place better in future contests". Well Yury, you are on your way. Good Luck, Buena Suerte and we´ll see you back in Tamarindo! --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, June 1st 2011 - Published: 2011-06-01 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-june-1st-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo The winds were not always offshore today, but they were there the majority of the day. Starting early this morning the winds were drifting lightly offshore and there was a bit of glass in the water. Waves were smallish, coming in around waist to chest high, but the river mouth saw quit a bit of action. The winds did shift, but never fully onshore. There were some occasional periods with light to moderate cross shore but they went away as quickly as they came in. On towards noon, with the tide building, the size began to come in. Definitely smaller than the past couple of days with chest to shoulder on the bigger sets. With the decrease in size the Main break was able to hold up better with short fun rights and some longer softer lefts. Sunset was gentle and clean with great shape. For tomorrow we should see another full day of offshore (or near offshore) winds. Size will again take another small drop, but we should still be in the slightly overhead range coming out of the SSW and SW. The shorter period SW may make things a bit tricky in the water. But clean and offshore should be the mantra for the day. High Tide for Thursday 3:06am/3:13pm Low Tide at 8:56am/9:27pm Time of Post 8:03pm Local Time --- > Big congratulations to Josymar Fuentes! From witch’s Rock Surf Camp to sponsorship, his journey is inspiring. - Published: 2011-05-31 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/congratulations-to-former-surf-camp-employee-josymar-fuentes/ - Categories: Blog, Employees After many years of running Witch's Rock Surf Camp, it makes us proud when one of our crew goes big. This is why we'd like to send out a big congratulations to Josymar Fuentes. Josymar is now sponsored by ... Lost and has just released a surf video here in Costa Rica. Check out the video teaser below, then come by the surf shop to pick up our copy (we will have them in stock next week). The surf video only costs $15 and proceeds go to support a local orphanage. I have known Josymar Fuentes since he was 16 years old and working for me in the board cage at WRSC. Always smiling, always ripping. Pura Vida Josymar, going big and never giving up on surfing is what its all about. --- > Surf Report for Monday, May 30th 2011 - Published: 2011-05-30 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-may-30th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Today was fun if not a bit tumultuous. Things got started with clean and glassy waist to chest high waves with very light offshore/sideshore winds. The River Mouth started firing early in the AM shooting lefts and rights. Everything quickly changed as the size showed up. Once the waves reached head high on the main break they began to close out, leaving only a few long rides to be had. As the morning wore on, the River continued to throw the occasional bomb with some long waits in between. As the winds began to shift onshore around 9am some chop entered in the water. On towards noon the wind began to press down the waves a bit which seemed to help them from completely shutting down. The size came down to around chest high but with a whole lot of water behind it. Conditions remained pretty much the same through the late afternoon. Sunset we saw the winds once again calm and the water cleaned up. Finishing off the day, some head high and under showed up with clean ridable shoulders in between the River and the Main. For Tuesday predictions are for the swell to hold at head high plus coming out of the SSW with a S contribution. Things should once again be glassy in the early morning with the winds beginning to shift onshore around 9am. The afternoon shows some onshore winds starting out moderate early and laying off as sunset draws near. The swell will most likely begin to gradually taper off as the week goes on but not too drastically. High Tide for Tuesday at 1:43am/1:51pm Low Tide at 7:32am/8:08pm Time of Post 8:56pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Sunday, May 29th 2011 - Published: 2011-05-29 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-may-29th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo A lot of fun to be had this morning. Winds were calm and offshore leaving the water glassy and green. Waves started out moderate, coming in around waist high early in the morning, then building to should to head high by mid morning when the tide had filled in a little. The River Mouth seems to be starting to come alive in advance of tomorrows big swell. By mid-day things had calmed down somewhat with the winds turning onshore and the waves becoming a bit inconsistent. At sunset we were had mostly waist high with the winds still moving onshore but staying fairly calm. Things were closing pretty quickly with the occasional wave staying open. The predictions for tomorrow are in the neighbor hood of overhead to double over coming out of the SSW with some contribution out of the S. If your looking for something huge find yourself a nice S facing beach and charge it. We´re going to see some significant size here in Tama and if predictions hold true the conditions should be clean in the morning until about 10am when the winds begin to switch onshore and by noon things will begin to get choppy. High Tide for Monday at 12:58am/1:09pm Low at 6:48am/7:27pm Time of Post 6:32pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Friday, May 27th 2011 - Published: 2011-05-27 - Modified: 2023-07-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-may-27th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Avellanas We headed south today for a little trip out. Waves were on the smaller side coming in around waist high for the most part. Winds were running side shore but the conditions in the water stayed pretty clean for most of the day. With a big swell on the way the waves are still a little disorganized but there were definitely some nice rides, both rights and lefts. Back in Tamarindo for the afternoon conditions were not great. Winds shifted onshore and stayed moderate to heavy for the remainder of the day. Conditions in the water were pretty choppy and there break was completely disorganized at times. Waves were around knee to waist high but did pick up a little around 4:30 with some chest high sets rolling through and a little more organization. For Saturday we should see the swell building up out of the S and SW with shoulder to head high predicted for the day. For the morning we should see some light sideshore winds until around 10am when they will begin to kick around and run light to moderate onshore for the remainder of the day. Clean in the AM with chop in the PM. High tide for Tomorrow at 11:38am Low Tide at 5:11am/5:57pm Time of Post 8:04pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Thursday, May 26th 2011 - Published: 2011-05-26 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-may-26th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Storms were about today with rains coming and going. Waves started off very small, in the 1-2 foot range with not much in the way of shape or organization. The winds were running light onshore. Around 8 we landed over in Pachotes to see what was happening there. Waves were a bit bigger in the knee to waist range but the conditions weren´t any better and the waves seemed to be flattening out as quickly as they came up. Around 9:30, shortly after a heavy down pour, the winds kicked around and cleaned up the water considerably. The waves were still lacking organization but at least it was near glassy. Things stayed clean for the next couple of hours and we even saw a standout shoulder high wave roll through just before we headed back over to Tamarindo. By Noon the surf had shrunk back down and the winds kicked back onshore. At sunset we saw the winds switch offshore once again, but the waves stayed pretty soft. For Friday we should see similar conditions to today, with light winds out of the NW until around 11am when moderate onshore will prevail. Semi bumpy in the AM with choppy conditions expected for the afternoon. Predictions remain for chest to shoulder high coming out of the S and SW for most of the day. Close to sunset we may see the waves jump up a bit as things begin to build again towards a big swell coming in on Monday. High Tide for Tomorrow at 10:48am/11:17pm Low Tide at 4:18am/5:05pm Time of Post: 7:12pm --- > Now Hiring: Freelance Research Assistant(s) - Published: 2011-05-19 - Modified: 2011-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/now-hiring-freelance-research-assistants/ - Categories: Blog Job Position: Freelance Research Assistant(s) Job Description: Distill Quality Information from a Wide Variety of Topics Who We Are: We run one of the busiest Surf Camps in Central America, with multiple business units: A Beachfront Hotel, Two Restaurants, A Surf Shop, Surf Tours and Lessons. We make and sell many of our own surf related products: surfboards, tee shirts, rash-guards, and hats. We also have a whole other division developing an Organic Farm and distributing produce and packaged food products. A Few Recent Research Examples: "Sourcing surfboard blanks made from recycled or excess foam. " "Best (most humane, sanitary, efficient) methods and equipment to kill, pluck, butcher, package, and transport chicken. " "Cost effective and durable Audio-Video Systems for open-air parts of the resort" "Setting up Commercial-Grade bottling for BBQ Sauce on a small scale. " Why we need Freelance Researchers: We make strategic, business, and financial decisions every day based on the best information we can get, and even "simple" questions can become more complicated in our context. Supplies, materials, and skills need to be researched, sourced and imported, sometimes translated into Spanish, adjusted for our weather and climate, etc. With proper information we can maintain multiple physical assets: vehicles, boats, buildings, water treatment plant... and a range of complex systems; reservations, tour scheduling, video security, AV, management and accounting software. We need Freelance Researchers to help provide us with intelligent research so we can do our jobs better. We are aware that one researcher may not be able to help us with everything, so this posting may lead us to working with several freelancers. Who You Are: Intellectual curiosity a must. English as a first language, Spanish speaking a plus. Ability to aggregate large amounts of raw data, and distill it down, organize, summarize, and present it in written, spreadsheet, visual, or other forms. Time available to work on some quick projects, some more complex. You know your way around the Internet (and not just facebook). How To Apply: This is a contractual job position that you can do from home on your computer. Email us at work@witchsrocksurfcamp. com --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, May 17th 2011 - Published: 2011-05-17 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-may-17th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande We reached the break this morning around 11:30 and the wind was pushing pretty hard onshore. The waves were coming in with some pretty good size, chest high with some head high, but with a lot of chop in the water and very little organization. Around high tide it did clean up a little but was still pretty sloppy. Back in Tamarindo the waves were still pretty small although in the late afternoon you could feel the swell building with the waves beginning to push consistent chest high. The winds stayed consistently light and onshore with some moderate chop in the water for the day. Tomorrow is we are suppose to see the swell arrive in full. With overhead for more south facing beaches. Tamarindo is a bit tough to predict but with that much swell we should be seeing somewhere in the range of shoulder to head high plus. Winds will most likely be running sideshore in the AM and switching onshore in the PM. Clean to fair conditions are predicted for the morning with choppy for the remainder of the day. Hight Tide for Tomorrow 2:58am/3:16pm Low Tide at 8:58am/9:31pm Time of Post 9:15pm local time --- > Surf Report for Monday, May 16th 2011 - Published: 2011-05-16 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-may-16th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo A small day out there on the waves today with the wind onshore early again. Waves were reaching knee high for most of the day with a few waist high sets around high tide. Conditions stayed fair to choppy for the entire day. While the break has been working fairly well with onshore as of late, the combination of small swell and onshore, didn´t leave too many long rides. For Tomorrow we will hopefully be seeing a little redemption from the past few days. The morning should start out in fair condition with chest high waves predicted. Winds are predicted to be running side shore for most of the morning until around 10am when they turn onshore. The swell should start building around mid to late morning and by sunset tomorrow predictions call for overhead waves. All this swell is coming out of the SSW so here in Tamarindo we most likely won´t get quit the size but if predictions hold true we should see shoulder to head high by the end of the day. High Tide at 2:07am/2:25pm Low Tide at 8:06am/8:42pm Time of Post 8:26pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Sunday, May 15th 2011 - Published: 2011-05-15 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-may-15th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Overcast day here in Tamarindo, with temps cooling down. The waves were not able to do a whole lot today with the winds coming onshore early in the morning. Things stayed pretty choppy for most of the morning until around high tide when the wind switched offshore for a bit. It did clean up but only moderately and the waves continued around knee high with the occasional waist high set. For Monday we will be seeing waves again in the waist high range with the possibility of bigger sets around mid-morning. Conditions are forecasted to be fair in the morning with onshore winds coming out of the WNW. The afternoon may see some added chop with the winds staying onshore. High Tide for Monday 1:13am/1:34pm Low Tide at 7:12am/7:51pm Time of Post 7:37pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, May 10th 2011 - Published: 2011-05-10 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-may-10th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande Headed out to Palmeras this morning to a bit more south facing break. The swell was close to predicted size in the waist to chest high range. There were a couple of standout sets around shoulder high. Winds were moving steady offshore with clean conditions in the water. The waves were a little disorganized at high tide but found some order as the tide receded. Currently in Tamarindo the winds have moved onshore with waves around knee high. No great shape but the tide is dead low right now and we could see things shape up a little later today. Winds are predicted to stay onshore with some chop in the water for the rest of the day but there have been some pretty decent days as of late with similar conditions so keep an eye out. For Wednesday fore casts are calling for waist high for the day with the majority coming out of the SSW and a small southern component coming back. Winds will be mild but still coming onshore in the afternoon with conditions clean in the morning and fair with a short period of choppy for the afternoon. High Tide for Wednesday at 8:41am/9:06pm Low Tide at 2:12am/2:49pm Time of Post 1:51pm --- > Surf Report for Sunday, May 8th 2011 - Published: 2011-05-08 - Modified: 2023-07-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-may-8th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo A rather small day today here on the main break. Waves have been coming in mostly in the knee to stomach range. Conditions this morning were very good with offshore wind, glassy water, and several well formed sets. The majority of waves were closing fast but the rides that were there were pretty good. Right now the winds are onshore but expected to be turning off for the sunset session. For Monday the swell should stay about were it was today with predictions for chest to shoulder high for today and tomorrow. Winds will be much less favorable, beginning to turn onshore late in the AM, bringing with a good deal of chop. High Tide for tomorrow at 6:53am/7:08pm Low Tide at 12:30am/12:52pm Time of Post 2:27pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Monday, May 2nd 2011 - Published: 2011-05-02 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-may-2nd-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo The waves have definitely been building today. We started out small this morning with mostly knee high rollers and by 3pm we were seeing some decent chest high on the sets. Conditions have stayed somewhere between glassy and textured for the day. Winds have stayed calm moving offshore in the AM and a soft side shore for the afternoon. At the time of post winds were kicking back around to offshore and we should be seeing much more favorable wind conditions for the week ahead than we have seen in the past couple of weeks. For Tuesday we should see between chest and shoulder high for the day. In the afternoon we will most likely see the winds shifting to side shore for a couple of hours but conditions should stay fair. High Tide for Tuesday 2:53am/3:02pm Low Tide at 8:46am/9:16pm Time of Post 4:23pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Friday, April 29th 2011 - Published: 2011-04-29 - Modified: 2011-04-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-april-29th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (Palmeras) It was a good morning to be out in in the the water. Nothing huge, generally in the waist high range but the winds we moving offshore and the water was clean, near glass, with water temps comfy and warm. The winds Did switch around noon making things turn choppy and the waves became pretty disorganized. Back here in Tamarindo we did manage a clean sunset session all be it with some small waves. There a couple of sets that rolled through in the chest high range but those were definitely the stand-outs. For Saturday we should see the swell dropping a bit into the chest high range. Winds should hold offshore until noon with the conditions in water following suite with clean in the morning and bumpy in the afternoon. Sunday we will see the swell bottoming out in the waist high range before building through out next week. Conditions for Sunday should be similar to Saturday. High Tide for Tomorrow 1:06am/1:36pm Low Tide at 6:51am/7:25pm Time of Post 8pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Thurday, April 28th 2011 - Published: 2011-04-28 - Modified: 2011-04-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thurday-april-28th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Pretty tough day out on the waves today. Wind had switched onshore by 8:30 leaving not much hope for clean conditions. There was some decent size, around chest high, that came in during the early afternoon but not much seemed to be working as most everything was crumbling and closing out. In the early evening towards sunset we had some welcome rain which cooled things down on the beach. The river mouth gave up some decent rides just after low tide but the rest of the break was unorganized at best. For tomorrow we should see things cleaning up a bit with shoulder high expected throughout the day with winds staying offshore for the A. M. and side shore in the afternoon. Conditions in the morning will be clean and fair conditions for the afternoon. High Tide for Friday at 12:03am and 12:26pm Low Tide at 6:05am/6:43pm Time of Post 9:20pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Monday, April 25th 2011 - Published: 2011-04-25 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-25th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Rivermouth Tamarindo Rivermouth Fun morning of surf in Tamarindo. Sets rolled in at waist t o chest ight with a few stand out head to overhead waves. The wind was calm off shore untill 10am when it changed to a strong on shore. Sunset surf should be a little smaller with a little more chop but still worth the paddle out. Expect similar conditions tomorrow with the wind turning a little earlier. Today`s high tides: 8:35 am / 8:56 pm Today`s low tide: 2:40 pm Time of report: 11:45 am --- > 8 Reasons to Subscribe to the WRSC Newsletter - Published: 2011-04-25 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/8-reasons-to-subscribe-to-the-wrsc-newsletter/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp You can get our Surf Reports and Blog Feeds by RSS, and our Newsletter by e-mail, but why bother? You can always use some good news in your life. Boards. Beer. Bikinis... . and those are topics from our Business news! Don’t Miss Specials, Deals, and Discounts; Find out first. “What? You were giving away free rooms! Why didn’t I know about that? ! ” We’ll never share or sell your info. Because that would be stupid and lame. Who does that? Seriously. No trees will be harmed. Uh... we think. Unless they are burned to generate the electricity that runs our computers? ... they don’t burn trees for that right? Damn... now we need to look that up to make sure. It’s not easy being green. 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E-mail address --- > Old school WRSC photo - no buildings along the Tamarindo skyline! - Published: 2011-04-22 - Modified: 2011-04-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/old-school-wrsc-photo-check-out-the-tamarindo-skyline/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp I have a hard time believing that Witch's Rock Surf Camp has been operating for more than ten years, I feel like we just arrived here in that old school bus only yesterday... Tamarindo was a lonely dirt road, there were no tall buildings, no internet, and everyone told us that we were "outside of town"! Now, in 2011, WRSC is in the middle of town. We have paved roads, high speed internet, private schools, an international airport an hour away, a new hospital being built, and so on. Tamarindo is still a quaint little town, but yes it has grown! For those of you who remember WRSC back in the day, check out the photo taken out in front of Witch's Rock Surf Camp during a surf lesson circa 2003: Ricardo and Johan were two of our surf instructors back then. In the background you can't see a single building or high-rise. The only structure was Cabinas Dolly, which was sadly torn down by the municipality a couple of years later. Running across old photos like this puts a smile on my face. Tamarindo has been our home for many years, and will continue to be for many more years to come. We have always felt lucky to be here. We welcome you to experience it, you will see why we stayed. If you haven't been to Tamarindo for a long time, you should check back in, this place is pretty sweet ;) pura vida, Joe Walsh --- > Surf Report for Thursday, April 21st 2011 - Published: 2011-04-21 - Modified: 2023-07-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-april-21st-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Another great morning on the main break. Not very big but very clean with good shape. The main break was working for most of the morning and as we got closer to dead low tide the rivermouth came on a bit as well. There weren´t any ride-able barrels but with the swell coming in the next couple of days there is definitely hope. The afternoon stayed pretty consistent with the pattern as of late although it did seem a bit smaller than the past couple of days. Most waves came in around waist to chest with only occasional shoulder to head high. Winds staedy light onshore/side-shore with a little bit of chop in the water. For Friday we should be seeing a sizable increase in swell with between shoulder and head high for the day light hours and just after dark some overhead should start coming in setting us up for a big Saturday morning. Standard clean morning and onshore afternoon applies. High Tide for tomorrow will be at 5:45am/6:03pm with Low Tide at 11:45am Time of Post 6:11pm Local Time. --- > Add WRSC banners to your blog or website, earn nachos and beer - Published: 2011-04-20 - Modified: 2023-06-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/add-wrsc-banners-to-your-blog-or-website-earn-nachos-and-beer/ - Categories: Blog, Promotions https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/wrsc_googleadwords_120_600_04192011-95x475.jpg As you probably figured out by now, Witch's Rock Surf Camp is running a pretty sweet Green Season deal for anyone visiting the camp in September or October. We started posting some new banners on the internet to help spread the love, and we figured we'd give you the opportunity to do the same. Feel free to steal any of the banners below, post them onto your own blog or website. If we get significant traffic from your site, we are more than willing to repay you in nachos, beer, surfboards, etc. Think of it as the barter system in computer age. pura vida! - Joe --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, April 19th 2011 - Published: 2011-04-19 - Modified: 2011-04-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-april-19th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Grande (pictured) Started today at Palmeras at around 7am. With the tide rapidly receiding there was not much there although there was a couple of decent sets with good winds. Only problem being it was just closing too fast for any substantial rides. Most waves were in the waist high range. For the afternoon we came back to Tamarindo for what turned out to be a great afternoon. While winds did not do much to help out the conditions, staying mostly onshore and then turning side shore later towards sunset, wave shape was holding up surprisingly well. We were seeing shoulder high sets early in the afternoon that gradually became head high as we reached sunset. On the main break the left into the river mouth seemed to be going for the whole afternoon. The water temp for the last week or so has been amazingly warm. For the next couple of days the swell in going to degrade but only slightly with between shoulder and chest high possible. Winds and conditions will continue to be good in the morning but the afternoons have been holding up as of late so be sure to check out the current conditions even if the winds less than favorable. High Tide for Wednesday will be at 4:05am/4:24pm with Lows at 10:06am/10:38pm Time of Post 6:55pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Monday, April 18th 2011 - Published: 2011-04-18 - Modified: 2011-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-18th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo An interesting day around these parts. While the wind and water conditions followed the pattern of the last few days we saw the waves definitely building. Morning was very small with a few waves coming in at the river mouth just past low with a rising tide. Winds switched onshore just prior to lunch and but the waves maintained a little bit of shape and continued around waist high for most of the afternoon with the occasional shoulder set coming through. Just before sunset with the winds moving side shore we saw some quality head high waves pop up and then disappear just as fast as they rolled in. For tuesday we should see the swell peaking early in the morning with clean conditions and offshores until about noon. Swell will receed a bit throughout the afternoon with winds turning with another case of the onshore afternoons. Thursday the swell should bottom out around chest high then we may see some overhead coming in at the weekend. High Tide tomorrow at 3:16am/3:35pm with Low Tide at 9:17am/9:49pm Time of post 7:37pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Sunday, April 17th 2011 - Published: 2011-04-17 - Modified: 2011-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-17th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Today was definitely a long board kind of a day. By 9:30 the winds had already shifted onshore and most of the waves were coming in around the knees. Despite the less than ideal conditions the waves were still maintaining some shape and there were some fun rides out at the main break. Once we got to high tide conditions remained similar but the wave size increased to waist to stomach high. For Monday it´s looking like the swell will start building with some chest high in the morning. Unfortunatley the wind will be shifting onshore by noon bringing with it some choppy conditions. The swell will continue to build throughout the day so we may see some waves overcoming the wind and cracking shoulder high by sunset. High Tide for tomorrow will be at 2:27am/2:47pm with Low Tide at 8:28am/9:01pm Time of Post 7:35pm Local Time. --- > ... I really appreciated their keenness to help me learn... - Published: 2011-04-15 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/april-15-2011-tim/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews April 15, 2011 Dear Shawna, I'm just dropping a line to say thank you to you and the whole gang at WRSC for your hospitality. Micheline Hickeson and I enjoyed our 2 week stay from March 24-- April 7. The place has a good vibe. It took me a while to chill out and catch it but once I shed the angst of the daily grind back home I was in full relax mode thanks to the ambiance. I had the pleasure of instruction from Hector, Andres and Rigo. I really appreciated their keenness to help me learn. Each with his own style gave vigorous encouragement which was a tonic for my aging reluctant body. Eat at Joes' was a great place to feed and mingle with guests. Annia, Minor and Alex did a great job of keeping me stocked with drinks and vittles. Alonso was especially engaging at the front desk and Maxi was most accommodating in preparing our boards. I hope to return to catch the vibe and a few more waves. Take good care, Pura vida Tim --- > Surf Report for Thursday, April 14th 2011 - Published: 2011-04-14 - Modified: 2011-04-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-april-14th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo This morning the waves were lacking power and size but they made up for that with glassy faces and nice shape. Winds stayed offshore until after noon and when it did switch it was pretty mild and side shore for the most part. This afternoon the waves were knee high and under with fair conditions. For Friday we should see pretty much a repeat of today conditions with a continuing drop in swell with waist high max by sunset. After tomorrow we will hopefully see the swell gradually building back up through next week. High Tide for tomorrow will be at 12:13pm with Low Tide at 5:47am/6:26pm Time of post 7:10pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, April 13th 2011 - Published: 2011-04-13 - Modified: 2011-04-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-april-13th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Pretty calm day here in Tamarindo. We had the usual gorgeous morning with offshore wind, glassy water, and well formed waist high waves. We even saw a few sneaker sets coming in shoulder high. The wind held out longer than it has over the past few days but it still was beginning to turn by noon. This evening the winds stayed pretty much side shore but there just wasn´t a whole lot to be found in terms of size and shape. For Thursday predications call for chest high waves in the morning with a small drop throughout the day. Conditions and wind will be good in the AM and not so much in the PM as the onshore afternoons will continue. High Tide for tomorrow will be at 11:14am/11:44pm Low Tide at 4:45am/5:25pm Time of Post 6:59pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, April 12th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-04-12 - Modified: 2011-04-12 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-april-11th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (Pochotes) Waves this morning were good in Grande coming in around waist to chest high off of the main with chest to head high further north on the main break. Winds stayed offshore all morning until about 10:30 when they slowly started to shift around and by 11:30 they were fully onshore. Conditions in water were glassy and moderately warm. Here in Tamarindo this morning conditions were fairly good with clean waves coming in around waist high and under. For this afternoon we will see the swell continue it´s drop before building up again over the next couple of days. Waves this afternoon will be thigh high and under with some mild onshore winds. Choppy conditions will most likely prevail once again for the afternoon. Today´s remaining high tide will be at 9:30pm with the remaining low tide at 3:06pm Time of post 12:31pm. --- > Surf Report for Monday, April 11th 2011 - Published: 2011-04-11 - Modified: 2011-04-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-11th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Today we saw the swell continue it´s drop. While the morning was still pretty consistent in the waist to chest high range that size shrank considerably throughout the day. By sunset we were mainly seeing waves around the knees. Wind and water conditions were following the patterns of late, with clean in the AM and choppy in the PM. For Tomorrow we will see almost a repeat of today but with smaller waves in the AM. Waves should stay in the waist high range for the day with the wind once again turning onshore early in the afternoon. High Tide for Tuesday will be at 9:03am/9:30pm with Low Tide at 2:35am/3:06pm Time of post 9:28pm Local Time. --- > WRSC's Sofia Soaje Pinto dropping into big wave BOMBS - Published: 2011-04-11 - Modified: 2011-04-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrscs-sofia-soaje-pinto-dropping-into-big-wave-bombs/ - Categories: Blog, Employees The next time you're at WRSC and checking out the Witch's Rock Surf Shop, chances are you'll probably be greeted by our very own Sofia Pinto. Sofia is always smiling and super sweet, but don't let this nice-girl facade fool you! Sofia is a surfing maniac, capable of dropping in on waves well overhead. She had no idea the cameras were taking this photo when we caught her getting ready to pull into the tube. Nice wave Sofia! ! ! --- > Surf Report for Sunday, April 10th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-04-10 - Modified: 2011-04-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-10th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Currently we are seeing waves mainly waist high with the occasional set getting up near shoulder high. Winds are very calm moving sideshore/offshore with warm glassy water. For the Afternoon we will most likely see a drop in the swell with winds slowly turning onshore. Conditions in the water will probably gain some chop late in the morning which will stick around throughout the afternoon. Today´s High Tides are at 7:08am/7:24pm Low Tides at 12:49am/1:05pm Time of Post 7:42am Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Sunday, April 10th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-04-10 - Modified: 2011-04-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-10th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Nice day today all be it on the smaller side. Late morning into early afternoon we still had some chest high sets rolling through but as the day wore on the swell petered out. By sunset everything was coming in mostly waist high. Winds were mostly side shore for the afternoon with varying degrees of intensity. Water was warm all day with choppy conditions creeping in early in the afternoon and smoothing out only slightly by sunset. For Monday we´ll be seeing a pretty significant drop in swell with the standard clean and offshore in the A. M. with side shore/onshore and fair to choppy in the P. M. The swell will continue to drop throughout the day starting shoulder high at 6am and ending up around waist high by 6pm. A little extra incentive to get out early tomorrow. High Tides for Monday will be at 8:01am/8:22pm with Low Tide at 1:38am/2:01pm Time of Post 6:43pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Thursday, April 7th 2011(Morning) - Published: 2011-04-07 - Modified: 2011-04-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-april-7th-2011morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Beautiful waves this morning with calm to moderate winds. Things started out a little odd with winds moving side shore at 6:30am. Winds shifted offshore at about 7am and thats when the big stuff began to roll in. Most of the waves were around head high but there were some real bombs coming in. There were a few people in the water but there were plenty of waves for everyone. For this afternoon we may see the swell drop a bit with the winds turning onshore for a short time around 3pm. Conditions in the water should remain fair to clean. Today´s remaining High Tide will be at 5:17pm Low Tide at 11:00am/11:28pm Time of Post 9:58am Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Thursday, April 7th 2011 (Evening) - Published: 2011-04-07 - Modified: 2011-04-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-april-7th-2011-evening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo We were still seeing some overhead waves by sunset today. Not quit as frequent as this morning and with a side shore breeze but super fun none the less. Generally the size was still chest to shoulder high working mainly lefts off of the main brake and into the river mouth. For Friday we should see continuing overhead in the morning with clean conditions and offshores until about 11am. Afternoon we´ll have a slight drop in swell with wind shifting side shore and fair conditions. High Tide for Tomorrow will be at 5:44am/5:54pm Low Tide at 11:37am Time of Post 6:14pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, April 6th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-04-06 - Modified: 2011-04-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-april-6th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Swell is picking up today on the main break. We saw mostly chest high but there was some head high to overhead coming in on the sets. Winds were calm and offshore early in the morning then moved to solidly side shore by time of post. Conditions for the rest of today should be pretty clean with winds side shore out of the north. Waves should be building to shoulder high by sunset. High Tide for today at 4:42pm Low tide at 10:25am/10:52pm Time of Post 9:35am. --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, April 6th 2011 (Evening) - Published: 2011-04-06 - Modified: 2011-04-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-april-6th-2011-evening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Really exciting to have a evening with some really strong offshore winds after enduring the last week or so of winds turning onshore early in the afternoon. Didn´t hurt that the waves were coming in really nice all across the Tamarindo bay with some fairly consistent head high and some overhead bombs on occasion. Water conditions were fairly clean and the water temp. wasn´t too cold either. For Thursday we´ll be seeing some more head high and overhead. Conditions will be clean in the morning with the afternoon having some chop. Winds will most likely give us another day of offshore but they have been fairly unpredictable as of late. High Tide for Tomorrow will be at 5:07am/5:17pm With Low Tide at 11:00am/11:28pm Time of post 6:51pm Local Time. --- > ...thanks for a great week of surf... - Published: 2011-04-06 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/jordy-april-6-2011/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews April 6, 2011 Thanks for a great week of Surf Shawna- Im already thinking about my next visit. I loved El Golfo and Nosara! Jordy --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, April 5th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-04-05 - Modified: 2011-04-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-april-5th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Clean conditions this morning with waves in the waist to chest high range on a outgoing tide. Once the tide starts coming in we may see a bump up in size. The wind seems to be staying pretty strong offshore at the moment. Water´s a little warmer than its been the past couple of days but it´s still on the coldish side. For the Afternoon we should see the wind coming onshore and in water conditions deteriorating with chop entering into the water early in the afternoon. Swell should be fairly stable for today with shoulder high on the sets. High Tide Today 4:08pm Low Tide 9:52am Time of Post 8:56am Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Monday, April 4th 2011 - Published: 2011-04-04 - Modified: 2011-04-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-april-4th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo We had some really nice conditions this morning. Not exactly epic but the water was glassy and the winds were calm and staying steady offshore. Water was a little on the chilly side with waves in the chest high range with the occasional head high. Winds flipped onshore just before noon and stayed that way for an hour or so before moving sideshore out of the south. Waves for the afternoon were mostly in the chest high range with some standout head high. On towards sunset closeouts were the dominant condition until the sun went down. Tuesday we won´t be seeing much of those occasional head high waves that we saw today with the swell dropping to around shoulder high max. We´ll see the winds flip just before 12 in a repeat of todays conditions. High Tide for Tomorrow will be at 3:57am/4:08pm Low Tide at 9:52am/10:18pm Time of Post 7:44pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Sunday, April 3rd 2011 - Published: 2011-04-03 - Modified: 2011-04-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-3rd-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Nice and clean this morning with the winds finally moving offshore after being onshore for almost the entire day yesterday. Waves were good but not great staying pretty small from 8:30 until alomost 10. The rivermouth did start showing some life but the waves did not have enough behind them for it to really start firing. For the afternoon we should see the waves building in size to somewhere in the chest to head high range. The wind maybe giving us a bit of a break from the afternoon onshore that we´ve been seeing lately and staying offshore to side shore. Conditions will be mostly clean with fair to choppy in the late afternoon and evening. High Tide for Today at 3:01pm Low Tide at 9:10pm Time of Post 11:20am Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Sunday, April 3rd 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-04-03 - Modified: 2011-04-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-april-3rd-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Just after this mornings post with predictions looking good for wind and water conditions things promptly went in the opposite direction. The wind turned hard onshore and the chop in the water was pretty rough. Thankfully that only lasted about 45min as the wind gradually turned side shore and the conditions cleaned up. They waves also gained in size and by 3pm the head high sets were rolling in. The consistent head high sets only lasted a short period though and while we did see some head high throughout the rest of the afternoon it was only on occasion. By sunset the wind had turned back offshore but the waves were closing. Monday we should be seeing waves chest to head high for the day with semi-glassy conditions in the morning and the afternoon onshore will most likely make an appearance. Fair to choppy conditions for the afternoon and evening. High Tide for Monday will be at 3:22am/3:34pm Low Tide at 9:18am/9:34pm Time of Post 6:46pm Local Time. --- > Thursday morning surf report - 9AM Tamarindo Rivermouth - Published: 2011-03-31 - Modified: 2011-03-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/thursday-morning-surf-report-9am-tamarindo-rivermouth/ - Categories: Surf Report Some nice waves coming in these last few days in the Tamarindo Rivermouth. Longer, walled up rights. Shorter lefts, still looking fun. Definitely possible to get a little barrel out there, even if the waves are smaller than they've been. Current wave size: waist to chest high Crowd: could be worse Water temp: warm Air temp: hot Swell + conditions forecast: Its not quite 10am yet and already the wind is starting to switch onshore. The last few days it has been doing the same thing again and again, onshore by 10 or 10:30am. I suggest getting out of bed EARLY and surfing right away, ensuring at least a few hours of clean conditions. Yesterday the wind wasn't too strong onshore mid-day, the rivermouth was looking fun, pretty much nobody was out. Keep an eye on the waves as you drive through town today, you could get lucky. Looking at the next few days, waves will decrease and increase in size slightly over the next 5 days, staying in the waist to shoulder high range here in town. Winds look fairly bad for the afternoons, mornings should be clean and fun. No excuses, go surfing. --- > Surf Report for Thursday, March 31st 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-03-31 - Modified: 2011-03-31 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-31st-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Conditions this morning were great until about 9:45 when we began seeing a steady diet of onshore winds. With the wind came some textured conditions in the water which gradually turned into choppy conditions in the afternoon. Waves stayed fairly small in the waist high range from 11am until sunset. For tomorrow we should see some semi-clean conditions in the morning with waves coming in around shoulder high. Winds will shift onshore early, about 10am, so get out while the getting is good. Swell will be dropping off thoughout the day to around chest high by the evening. High Tide for Tomorrow will be at 1:28am/1:49pm with Low Tide at 7:34am/8:00pm Time of Post 6:42pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, March 29th 2011 - Published: 2011-03-29 - Modified: 2011-03-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-29th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (Morning) Nice session at Playa Grande this morning south of the main break. Nothing spectacular in terms of waves but we saw a steady diet of waist high with the intermittent shoulder sets rolling through. Winds stayed calm offshore and the water was near glass. Tamarindo (Sunset) Winds had calmed and were moving solidly side shore with conditions in water remaining fairly choppy. Waves were not great but still some rides were coming through. Mainly waist high with shoulder high sneakers coming in on occasion. Tomorrow we´ll see another clean morning with waist to shoulder high. Swell will be building throughout the day with slightly overhead predicted by the late morning. Winds will be coming onshore along with the choppy conditions early in the afternoon. High Tide for Wednesday will be at 12:19pm with Low Tide at 5:59am/6:32pm Time of Post 6:24pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Monday, March 28th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-03-28 - Modified: 2011-03-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-march-28th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Wind managed to stay offshore for the morning and conditions in the water were great. Nice and glassy with waist to chest high waves. For the afternoon we should be seeing more chop in the water with winds turning onshore here soon. Waves will most likely stay at about the same height. High Tide for Today 10:10am/10:37pm Low Tide at 4:17pm Time of Post 10:06am Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Sunday, March 27th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-03-27 - Modified: 2011-03-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-march-27th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Fairly clean this morning with a light offshore breeze. Waves are coming in waist high with shoulder high on the sets. Winds will most likely be coming out of the west this afternoon with wave height staying about the same for the day. High Tide Today at 8:59am/9:25pm Low at 3:01pm Time of Post 8:11am Local Time --- > Surf Report for Friday, March 25th 2011 - Published: 2011-03-25 - Modified: 2011-03-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-march-25th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (Las Palmeras) Morning Grande this morning was good. Arrived around 8 and saw some bombs roll through right off the bat but things settled down to a nice and consistent chest high left with a right hander coming on a little bit later. We did see the occasional head high set but that was rare and when they did come through they were mainly close-outs. Winds were steady offshore and conditions stayed glassy until about 11am when the wind began to switch onshore. Waves began to crumble after that but there were still some good rides. Tamarindo- Evening They sunset session was pretty good in spite of a mild cross-shore wind. Waves were mainly in the chest to shoulder high range with most of the bigger sets closing out. For the next couple of days we should see waves in the chest high range but with onshore winds in the afternoon. Saturday early morning is looking like the best time for decent conditions in the water with things staying choppy from Saturday afternoon until Monday morning. High Tide for Saturday will be at 7:53am/8:17pm Low Tide at 1:32am/1:54pm Time of Post 6:57pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Thursday, March 24th 2011(Morning) - Published: 2011-03-24 - Modified: 2011-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-24th-2011morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Nice steady offshore wind early this morning and glassy conditions in the water. Waves were mostly chest high with a foot overhead on the sets. Lots of lefts peeling off of the main break with a few moving across the river mouth. There was a right coming out of the river mouth but only sporadically. The rest of the morning should stay pretty much the same but conditions for this afternoon will get choppy with the wind possibly turning onshore in the late morning or early afternoon. Today´s remaining High Tide will be at 6:23pm with Low Tide at 12:03 pm Time of Post 7:58 am Local Time --- > Surf Report for Thursday, March 24th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-03-24 - Modified: 2011-03-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-24th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo By noon today the winds had shifted and were moving onshore. Wave size remained pretty constant and may have even gotten a bit bigger into the afternoon with some consistent head high rolling in from 2 pm until 5pm. The winds did eventually move to side shore and by sunset they had calmed to a gentle breeze. Conditions for the PM were a bit choppy but nothing too devastating. Friday we should see another clean morning with glassy conditions, offshore winds, and waves staying in the chest to head high range. Swell should be dropping off throughout the day with conditions in water, as well as winds, turning less than perfect by the early afternoon. High Tide for tomorrow will be at 6:53am/7:15pm Low Tide at 12:35am/12:53pm Time of Post 6:22pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, March 22nd 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-03-22 - Modified: 2011-03-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-22nd-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Another fine day here in Tamarindo. The swell hit bottom today according to the predictions but it was sometimes hard to tell when looking at the waves today. Through the early afternoon there were quit a few chest high sets coming through with head high plus showing up on occasion. This pattern repeated throughout the rest of the day. Toward late afternoon the waves began closing down fast and if you were going to keep up you needed to be generating a lot of speed. Sunset we saw the main break peeling off some nice lefts. Winds fluctuated between moderate and very strong for the entire day with fair conditions for the afternoon. For Wednesday the swell is suppose to peak around 11am reaching well past head high according to forecasts. Winds will likely turn onshore in the early afternoon but stay fairly mild. Conditions should be glassy in the AM with fair conditions for the rest of the day. Wind and water conditions look like they may become less than ideal towards the later part of the week so enjoy the next couple of days. High Tide for Wednesday will be at 5:12am/5:33pm with Low Tide at 11:13am/11:46pm Time of Post 7:56pm Local Time. --- > Celebrating a wonderful trip! You folks have a great spot. Special thanks to the staff for making it memorable and enjoyable. - Published: 2011-03-22 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/march-22-2011-glenn-leonard/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews March 22, 2011 Hello all, I just wanted to drop you all a note to say thanks for wonderful trip. In spite of the initial challenges :) you all worked hard to make it a memorable trip. I appreciate the efforts to accomodate me. I like to pass on special thanks to Elizabeth, Shawna and Sofia for being so helpful. In addition, special thanks to my surf instructors Julia, Rigo, and Mara for their patience with such an untalented student. I promise to be better next trip! The staff at Joe's and La Vaquero were also top notch. Thanks to the chef at Joe's cooking the fish and big thanks to Alonso for helping with that catch. Great day on the boat. You folks have a great spot and I am looking forward to my next visit! I wish you all well and hope to see you again soon! Many thanks and Pura Vida! Glenn Leonard --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, March 22nd 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-03-22 - Modified: 2011-03-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-22nd-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Waves are much smaller this morning, mostly around knee to waist high, with only occassional set coming in shoulder high. Winds are moderate to strong offshore with fair to glassy conditions. For this afternoon we should see the swell building quite a bit up to chest high by sunset with the winds keeping offshore. Conditions should stay fairly clean throughout the day. Today´s remaining High Tide will be at 4:45pm Low Tide at 10:26am/10:58pm Time of post 8:08am --- > Surf Report for Monday, March 21st 2011 (Morning/Early Afternoon) - Published: 2011-03-21 - Modified: 2011-03-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-march-21st-2011-morningearly-afternoon/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Another great day in Tamarindo with some bombs coming in all day. Smaller sets prevailed this morning but by late morning the waves were picking up and we began to see sets coming in head high plus. Winds were not to strong early morning but by early afternoon the began to blow hard and for a short period they were kicking harder than they did yesterday. Conditions in the water have remained fair for the day with in spite of the heavy wind. Today´s High Tide 3:56pm Time of Post 3:22pm --- > Discover how your staff is going above and beyond to make a difference in the workplace and enhance team dynamics. - Published: 2011-03-21 - Modified: 2025-04-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/chris-and-sher-march-21-2011/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews March 21, 2011 Last month my finace and I visited Tamarindo for a surf trip... we chose not to stay at the camp but friends of ours stayed there and we spent a lot of time there with them surfing, relaxing and eating... we felt the need to write an email to express what a wonderful experience we had and how your staff we're so accomodating and polite... . in particular, ALONSO helped make our most memorable moment happen... . we missed the boat to the catamaran and we went back to the surf camp and asked Alonso if he knew anyone that could take us out to meet our friends who were already 45 minutes away... on Alonso's second attempt, Carlos, who also drives boats for your camp, agreed to pick us up out front and take us to our friends... . it was undoubtedly an incredibly nice gesture to go out of their way to make sure we had a great experience... i could be wrong in saying this but i just don't think you see that kind of effort and thought in todays world... . to make it short and sweet, eventhough we weren't witch's rock surf camp guests, we just wanted to say thank you and let you know your staff is going above and beyond to make your camp a great place to visit... . if you could please pass this email address onto Alonso, we would greatly appreciate it as we would like to keep in touch with him Regards, Chris and Sher --- > Discover why Costa Rica is a paradise with great friendly people, super waves, and breathtakingly beautiful scenery. - Published: 2011-03-20 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/march-20-2011-mark-faggard/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews March 20, 2011 Elizabeth and all at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, I arrived back in Texas late yesterday afternoon. My sincere thanks to all at Witch's Rock Surf Camp for making my journey to Costa Rica and stay at WRSC so enjoyable. I had an incredibly great time! ! ! Costa Rica is truly a special place. s Great friendly people, super waves and breathtakingly beautiful scenery. I look forward to my return to WRSC in the near future. My best regards to all, Mark --- > Surf Report for Sunday, March 20th 2011 - Published: 2011-03-20 - Modified: 2011-03-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-march-20th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Today was an amazing day here in Tamarindo and perfect for the final day of competition in the 1st Annual Interscholastic Surf Fest. At mid morning we were seeing waves from chest high to a foot or so overhead at the Main break. Winds were strong offshore and conditions were fair with only a bit of texture in the water. In the early afternoon the waves did get a little less consistent and somewhat smaller but there were still the overhead sets rolling through on a fairly regular basis and the river mouth continued to work even with a substantial amount of water. The winds picked up as we progressed further into the afternoon and by 2pm the winds were nothing short of screaming. We were seeing waves 1-3 feet over the predicted size for today which is always nice to see! For Monday we are looking at a pretty significant drop in swell. With only waist high for most of the day dropping to less than waist high by sunset. Unfortunatley the winds are expected to pick up tomorrow which may be problematic considering the speed at which they were working today. Conditions for the AM should be glassy with some fair conditions around mid day and returning to glass by late afternoon. Congratulations to all the competitors in the Surf Fest and thanks for giving us some great shots for the surf report today! High Tide for Monday will be at 3:37am/3:58pm with Low Tide at 9:40am/10:10pm Time of Post 6:46pm Local Time --- > Discover how I could improve my surfing skills and reduce my board size during an unforgettable trip to Costa Rica. - Published: 2011-03-19 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/ricardo-molero-march-14-2011/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews Ricardo Molero - March 14, 2011 Hello guys! First of all, many thanks for the great experience you provided for me and my girlfriend! We loved it and have already started to plan our next trip there! We left a Costa Rica flag on the reception for the instructors, board guys and other staff members to write something (or just sign it) so we can surely remember everybody forever! Again, we had a great time, my girlfriend could stand up and paddle for some waves! I could improve my surfing and reduce my board size from 8’0” to 7’2”! ! Thanks a lot and please let me know how can we help to promote WRSC! Besides telling everybody here in Brazil we love it! =) Pura vida! Ricardo Molero --- > Discover the potential of a Robot Surf Photographer for surf camps. Imagine automatic photos and videos uploaded directly online. - Published: 2011-03-18 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/robot-surf-photographer/ - Categories: Blog, Employees This is probably a silly idea but it’s on my mind so I want to share it with everyone. The idea is to build a robot photographer that can shoot photos and videos of people surfing; the photographs can then automatically be uploaded to our website or even to your facebook account, Picassa or Flickr. I am in no way a robot expert or a photographer so I am no authority on this subject but I think it would definitely be a cool thing for the surf camp to have so I am going to put the idea out there to see if it’s possible and what it would cost to build it. We already have a Tamarindo Web Cam on the side of the hotel which can be controlled to view the beach; this forms the basis of the idea. I read about all kinds of facial recognition software, warehouses controlled by robots, GPS systems and not to mention all of the big brother technology I see on the discovery channel so I think that everything needed to make a robotic surf photographer already exists. The idea is that we have several robotic cameras mounted on the hotel, or on poles along the hotel property and then a mobile unit which can be set up at any surf break. The cameras will be connected to central computer system that will control the direction and settings of the camera. When people are surfing on Tamarindo Beach then they can put a waterproof chip into their board shorts which will broadcast a location and tell the central computer their location, this information will then be processed by the central computer and will then in turn point the cameras to the exact location of the chip. We will need to create a digital beach or beach matrix within the central computer so that it has a map with the co-ordinates of the beach and then each chip within the map. The computer will need to convert the co-ordinates of the chip into commands that will control the camera. To ensure everyone who has a chip gets photos or video taken then we would set a schedule so that the cameras follow a certain chip during a timeframe. Each surfer would then get their allotted timeslot so they know to bring their A game and remember. During the timeslot then the camera... --- > Surf Report for Friday, March 18th 2011 - Published: 2011-03-18 - Modified: 2011-03-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-march-18th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (Photos) Spent the morning in Grande with the winds tearing offshore. Waves were ok in the morning but closing fast and shape was a pretty steep. After noon, closer to high tide, the shape really started to come together and the rides got much longer. Barrels also began taking shape here and there. Back in Tamarindo we were also seeing some great waves around noon. The main break as well as Pico Grande were coming in around 4 to 5 feet with strong offshore winds and fairly clean conditions. For tomorrow we´ll be seeing the waves stay in the stomach to shoulder high range. Winds will most likely stay strong for the morning and a good portion of the afternoon. Conditions in the water should be clean for the entire day. High Tide for Saturday will be at 2:01am/2:25pm Low Tide at 8:05am/8:35pm Time of Post 4:30pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Thursday, March 17th 2011 - Published: 2011-03-17 - Modified: 2011-03-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-17th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo We´ve been seeing some good size today with waves in the chest to shoulder high range with some head high sets earlier this morning. Winds have stayed offshore all day with increasing intensity. Right now the winds are ripping offshore. Conditions have been fairly clean all day with some chop just now starting to creep into the water. We are expecting conditions to remain pretty stable for the rest of the afternoon and evening until later when we´ll most likely be seeing double due to an excess of Irish beer and whiskey. For Friday predictions call for another slight drop in swell with chest to shoulder high likely for the entire day. Strong offshore winds should also prevail for the whole of tomorrow and conditions should be clean most of the day with only a short period of fair conditions in the early afternoon. High Tide for Friday will be at 1:09am/1:36pm Low Tide at 7:15am/7:45pm Time of Post 3:14pm Local Time. Happy St. Pattie´s! --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, March 15th 2011 - Published: 2011-03-15 - Modified: 2011-03-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-15th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (Morning) We spent the morning just north of the main break in Playa Grande at Las Palmas. Clean offshore winds for the entire morning with a mixture of sizes ranging from some nicely shaped waist high sets to some fast moving head high. Over all the waves were strong and definitely moving fast but conditions were beautiful and super clean. Tamarindo (Afternoon/Evening) For most of the afternoon here in Tamarindo the wind was pretty mellow moving sideshore to offshore. Conditions were on the choppy side and the waves were fairly inconsistent early in the afternoon. Thing stepped up towards sunset with some good shoulder high sets breaking in the rivermouth. For Wednesday we should see a small drop in swell of less than a foot. Winds will be strong offshore in the morning and the usual shifting in the afternoon with choppy conditions. High Tide for tomorrow will be at 11:47am Low Tide at 5:20am/5:50pm Time of Post 6:12pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Monday, February 14th 2011 (Morning) - 2 - Published: 2011-03-14 - Modified: 2023-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-february-14th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Nice clean waves this morning coming in around knee to waist high. Early morning was fairly inconsistent and small but as the morning wore on the waves began to build and consistency improved. Winds were moderate to strong keeping mainly offshore with periods of 45deg. For this afternoon waves will most likely stay about the same if not drop a little bit in advance of the swell coming in late tonight. Conditions will most likely get a bit choppy this afternoon with the winds turning light onshore early to mid-afternoon. Today´s remaining high tide will be at 9:56pm Low tide at 3:26pm Time of Post 11:38am Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Monday, March 14th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-03-14 - Modified: 2011-03-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-march-14th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo This afternoon was about what was expected with the waves staying about the same and conditions getting fairly choppy. The wind, while not super strong, was staying onshore for most of the afternoon and evening. Regardless there were still some good rides to be had and there was the occasional head high set. Tomorrow we should see the waves creep up in size with head to overhead waves on the forecast. We have been seeing somewhat smaller than most predictions but we should at least be seeing some consistent chest high. The winds should be strong offshore in the AM and then the usual afternoon flip with light to moderate onshore for the afternoon. Tomorrow is definitely a day to get out in the morning. High Tide for tomorrow will be at 10:40am/11:08pm Low Tide at 4:12am/4:40pm Time of Post 7:06pm Local Time --- > I was so impressed with the food and the service at Witchs Rock. Discover why this spot is a must-visit in Tamarindo. - Published: 2011-03-13 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/march-12-2011-mike/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews March 12, 2011 I just want to say i spent 10 days in Tamarindo and have been coming for over 10 years. . I have never stayed a Witchs Rock and never eaten there either... This year I came down and stayed at The Sun Rise Condo's... I walked to Witchs for coffee in the morning before checking the surf and Breakfest after my morning session... I was so impressed with the food and the service... . I even came for dinner three times... I have been surfing for over 40 years yet still love to watch people getting so excited to learn to surf and just the stoke and vibe at your place... You guys do a great job and have good people working for you... Keep up the good work ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Wish I have come in earlier Maxie is the Man Mike --- > Surf Report for Sunday, March 13th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-03-13 - Modified: 2011-03-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-march-13th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Waves this morning were fairly typical for the mornings of late. Small but with glassy conditions and calm offshore winds for most of the early morning. Winds shifted to a 45 for a little while mid morning but then moved back to a steady offshore. Currently the wind has shifted to onshore with waves in the knee high range. Conditions are fairly choppy. For this afternoon the swell should be picking up significantly, particularly for southern facing beaches. We should see waves picking up as well here at the Tamarindo main break with a small contribution coming from the WNW adding to the significant SSW swell. We may see moderate winds blowing side shore to onshore for most of the early afternoon with things cleaning up around 4:30pm. High Tide for Today at 8:47pm Low Tide at 2:19pm Time of Post 11:44am --- > Surf Report for Sunday, March 13th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-03-13 - Modified: 2011-03-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-march-13th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo In the early afternoon the wind had shifted side shore/onshore and conditions remained pretty choppy. Around 4pm the conditions were cleaning up although the wind remained side shore, the waves appeared to be building. But by 5pm it was clear that the waves were not going to materialize as predicted with most under waist high. There were a few stand out waves that came in around stomach high with good shape but over all not what was expected. For Monday we should have moderate to strong offshore winds in the morning switching to onshore after lunch. Swell should be in the head high range but coming out of the SSW and S so it remains to be seen how much of that we´ll see here in Tamarindo. Conditions look to be clean in the morning and fair to choppy for the entire afternoon and evening. I may be best to get out early tomorrow if you can. High Tide for tomorrow will be at 9:30am/9:56pm Low Tide at 3:04am/3:26pm Time of Post 6:48pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Friday, March 11th 2011(Morning) - Published: 2011-03-11 - Modified: 2011-03-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-march-11th-2011morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (Las Palmas) photos This morning there were good waves in Grande with sets coming in around waist high off of the main break. The main break was coming in just about head high. Winds were calm and staying offshore with very clean conditions. In the Early morning Tamarindo was looking quit good as well with offshore winds, glassy conditions, and sets coming in between waist and stomach high. Currently in Tamarindo the winds have shifted onshore and just after low tide there isn´t much happening in the water right now other than some chop. This afternoon the swell should be dropping with winds mainly side shore, But... . PLEASE TAKE NOTE: The Tsunami that hit Japan early this morning is expected to reach northern Costa Rica around 4pm Local time. This DOES NOT mean that we are expecting anything near the magnitude that was seen in Japan but we might feel some of the wave energy reaching the coast. All that said, we are under a Tsunami warning, please keep track of your local conditions and warnings before getting into the water. If you would like further information on the Tsunami visit the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Honshu Tsunami website at https://nctr. pmel. noaa. gov/honshu20110311/ Time of post 1:22pm local time --- > Surf Report for Friday, March 11th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-03-11 - Modified: 2011-03-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-march-11th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo After noon today we spent quit a bit of time watching the white caps with the winds moving heavley sideshore/onshore. Around 3 the wind flipped back offshore and the water began to clean up significantly. At 4 pm when the ¨Tsunami¨ reached our shore line there was not enough energy left for it to make any noticeable difference in the waves. There did seem to be a bit shorter period between waves but that is purely the way it felt and not necessarily actual fact. Winds were pretty heavy offshore and wave height was good around stomach high. The swell did flatten out considerably as we neared sunset. For tomorrow we should be seeing smaller waves in the morning. Around knee to waist high in Tamarindo with offshore winds and clean conditions for the morning. The wind is predicted to start turning around noon and stay cross shore or onshore for the rest of the day. The waves may pick up a little size the the afternoon but that may be negated by winds and conditions. High Tide for Saturday will be at 7:30am/7:48pm Low tide at 1:15am/1:25pm Time of Post 7:42pm Local time --- > Surf Report for Thursday, March 10th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-03-10 - Modified: 2011-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-10th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Conditions this morning were nice with gentle offshore breeze and glassy waters. Waves were moderate in height coming in between knee and stomach high. Waves made a steady retreat as the tides went out. Currently we are seeing the river mouth start to pick up a bit. Winds are staying off shore and water conditions are still fairly clean. For the afternoon the wind is expected to turn sideshore/onshore with choppy conditions. Things may clean up around sunset with the WNW swell still making a small contribution for the remainder of the day. High Tide for Today 6:08am/6:22pm Low Tide at 12:02pm Time of Post 10:31am Local Time --- > Surf Report for Thursday, March 10th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-03-10 - Modified: 2011-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-march-10th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Waves this afternoon were about what we had expected. Mostly waist high and under with winds moving onshore to side shore. There was quit a bit of chop in the water early afternoon but that mellowed along with the winds towards sunset. Tomorrow we should still be feeling that very small contribution from the WNW swell but that should end sometime midmorning. The major swell coming in SSW will also be tapering off towards the afternoon so that even southern facing beaches will most likely only be seeing waist high by sunset. Winds for tomorrow should be calm with the wind staying offshore except between 1 and 4pm when it´s expected to switch onshore for a bit. High Tide for Friday will be at 6:46am/7:01pm Low Tide at 12:33am/12:40pm Time of Post 6:35 pm --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, March 8th 2011 - Published: 2011-03-08 - Modified: 2011-03-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-8th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (Morning) Hit Grande this morning at about 7:30 and things were working great. Great wind glassy conditions and chest to head high at the main break. Unfortunately by 8:15 this is what it looked like. The tide dropped super fast and sucked all of the waves out with it. Tamarindo (Afternoon/Evening) Conditions here in Tamarindo were pretty rough today. With the exception of the early morning session the wind stayed onshore for the entire day. Waves were mostly in the knee high range but conditions were super choppy from late morning until the early evening when it calmed down a little bit. For tomorrow we should see a cookie cutter of today. Small and clean in the morning with wind shifting onshore in the late morning and conditions staying rough for the remainder of the day. Waves will remain in the knee to waist high range. High Tide for Tomorrow will be at 5:31am/5:46pm Low Tide at 11:27am/11:55pm Time of post 6:12pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Monday, March 7th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-03-07 - Modified: 2011-03-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-march-7th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo For this morning we had fairly clean conditions with light to moderate offshore winds. Waves were in the knee to thigh high range with shape a little fat. For the afternoon we should see some decrease in the swell and winds shifting a bit more side shore. Conditions are expected to be choppy in the early afternoon and fair as we get closer to sunset. High Tide for Today will be at 4:23am/4:40pm Low Tide at 10:22am/10:46pm Time of Post 8:27am Local Time --- > Surf Report for Monday, March 7th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-03-07 - Modified: 2011-03-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-march-7th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo The rest of the day was comparatively ok. The winds kicked onshore/sideshore fairly early in the day and stayed that way through sunset. The winds did not completely crush the waves but there was some definite chop in the water. We did see some sets come in around 1pm that managed some decent size in the waist to chest high range. For tomorrow we are looking at the same pattern as today. Smaller and Clean in the morning with larger sets coming in the afternoon along with choppy conditions and onshore winds. Not too much to be super excited for this week with the exception of some contribution to the swell coming in from the WNW later on this week which should improve the conditions here in Tamarindo at least moderately. High Tide for Tomorrow will be at 4:58am/5:13pm Low Tide at 10:54am/11:20pm Time of Post 7:37 pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, March 2nd 2011 (Morning/Afternoon) - Published: 2011-03-02 - Modified: 2011-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-march-2nd-2011-morningafternoon/ - Categories: Surf Report Pitaya (photos) Beautiful morning in the south with offshore winds and sets coming in chest high with some head high plus. Shape was great with rights and lefts going. Unfortunately the wind switched onshore at about 12:30 and the waves crumbled. Here in Tamarindo there was a very strong offshore wind blowing all morning with very little in terms of waves. Currently the wind has settled down remaining offshore. Waves are coming in in the knee high with fairly clean conditions. Things should stay about the same for the rest of the day in Tamarindo with winds staying calm and waves staying in the knee to stomach range. Time of Post 3:20pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, March 2nd 2011(Evening) - Published: 2011-03-02 - Modified: 2011-03-02 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-march-2nd-2011evening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Conditions this evening are pretty quite with calm offshore winds and waves coming in mostly around the knees. There were a couple of waist high sets but they were closing fast. Conditions for tomorrow are looking pretty similar to today. Winds for tomorrow will be strong and probably stay strong throughout the day coming out of the NE. Waves will most likely stay in the knee to waist high range with clean conditions for the day. High Tide for Tomorrow will be at 1:55am/2:22pm Low Tide at 8:06am/8:28pm Time of Post 6:09pm Local Time --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, March 1st 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-03-01 - Modified: 2011-03-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-1st-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (photos) Took a trip north of the main break in Playa Grande this morning. Waves were good, a little on the small side. Winds were great staying offshore for the entire morning. Conditions were clean and shape was pretty good although the larger sets were closing pretty fast. Conditions right now in Tamarindo are pretty good for an out going tide. Fairly clean and some decent shape. Winds are still offshore with waist high waves on the sets. For the rest of today we should have similar in conditions here in the Tamarindo area. Low Tide at 6:56pm Time of Post 1:38pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, March 1st 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-03-01 - Modified: 2011-03-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-march-1st-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Winds were great today staying offshore for pretty much the entire day. In the late afternoon the river mouth started working a little bit but it was a little too fast closing. Waves were a little mushy on the lefts with the rights shutting down pretty fast. Size was ok, coming in around waist high with a couple of chest high. Conditions were mostly clean with only a little bit of wind keeping it from glass. For tomorrow we should see the swell beginning a gradual drop. Predictions call for chest to shoulder high for tomorrow with the swell bottoming out on Saturday around waist high. We´re still stuck in the SSW swell direction so we will most likely be seeing smaller sizes here in Tamarindo for a while. Winds should be coming out of the NNE for most of tomorrow with some NE and clean to fair conditions. High Tide for Wednesday will be at 1:07am/1:37pm Low Tide at 7:23am/7:46pm Time of Post 9:01pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Monday, February 28th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-02-28 - Modified: 2011-02-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-february-28th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo It was a nice clean morning. Most waves were coming in around knee to waist high here on the main break. Winds were moving from the NE staying side shore/offshore. For the afternoon we may see a slight increase in wave size but the winds may turn onshore early and the conditions will most likely become fairly choppy. Things should clean up towards sunset. High Tide today at 11:46am Low Tide at 5:52pm Time of Post 11:44am Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Monday, February 28th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-02-28 - Modified: 2011-02-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-february-28th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo The wind turned onshore today right before noon. Conditions remained choppy and mushy until mid afternoon. The wind did finally turn offshore and closer to sunset it had enough behind it that it was able to hold up some small but clean barrels. Waves were in the thigh to stomach high range with fairly clean conditions. For Tuesday we are looking at pretty much the same swell size and direction as this afternoon. Predictions call for chest to shoulder height, so we´ll probably still be seeing waist high here in Tamarindo. Winds should hold offshore for the entire day coming out of the North East. High Tide for Tomorrow will be at 12:09am/12:48pm Low Tide at 6:30am/6:56pm Time of post 6:22pm local time. --- > Surf Report for Sunday, February 27th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-02-27 - Modified: 2011-02-27 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-february-27th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamrindo Things were a little strange around here today. Right around 9:30am the wind kicked onshore and stayed pretty stong for about 45min. The wind then turned hard offshore and it started raining. There were many people wandering around with looks of confusion and disbelief. Other than the brief onshore wind and head scratching rain, the waves were pretty good in the late morning and early afternoon. Nothing of great size but there was some nice shape and conditions were fairly clean. Towards sunset the river mouth started working a little bit, unfortunately the waves were a little too small and closing a little too fast. For tomorrow we will have a small bump up the swell. Winds will be coming out of the NNE moving mainly side shore to offshore here in Tamarindo. Conditions should stay mostly clean with predictions calling for shoulder high waves. We´ll probably see mostly waist high in our area. High Tide for Monday will be at 11:46am Low Tide at 5:24am/5:52pm Time of Post 7:38pm Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Friday, February 25th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-02-25 - Modified: 2011-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-february-25th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (photos) Conditions this morning were quit nice with light offshore breeze and glassy waters. Waves weren´t giant but lots of fun ranging from waist to chest high off of the main break. Conditions back here in Tamarindo were good with glass and light offshore winds. Waves also in the waist to chest high range. Around 10:30 the winds kicked onshore and have continued in that direction. Predictions for this afternoon aren´t looking great. The swell should remain about the same but so will the onshore wind. Conditions will most likely stay choppy throughout the afternoon and evening. High Tide for tonight will be at 8:39pm Time of Post 12:56pm local time. --- > Surf Report for Friday, February 25th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-02-25 - Modified: 2011-02-25 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-february-25th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Waves this afternoon/evening were not too bad but the wind stayed onshore after 10:30am and conditions were fairly choppy. There were some good rides to be had towards sunset in the river mouth with waves coming in waist high plus, the waves just didn´t look so pretty. Tomorrows set up will be about the same as today, with calm glassy conditions in the A. M. and turning choppy in the afternoon. Swell direction and size should be about the same but the winds should stay either offshore or cross-shore. High Tide for Saturday will be at 9:19am/9:47pm Time of post 6:54pm local time. --- > Surf Report for Thursday, February 24th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-02-24 - Modified: 2011-02-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-february-24th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Waves this morning are on the smaller side coming in between thigh and waist high. There is a very light onshore breeze but it´s not affecting wave shape and conditions are still glassy. Great time to get out if you can. Conditions for the afternoon will probably get a bit choppy with winds shifting around. Swell should be getting bigger so we may see some increased size in the afternoon. High Tide for Today 7:13am/7:39pm Time of Post 7:41am local time. --- > Surf Report for Thursday, February 24th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-02-24 - Modified: 2011-02-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-february-24th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Around 9am today we had a little something going in the river mouth as well as the main break. With waves coming in between waist and chest high. Unfortunately the wind kicked onshore around 10am and squashed most of the waves. The wind remained onshore for most of the day with a few breaks when some nice set would roll in. Towards the evening with wind holding cross shore we did get some nice sets that were very ridable. Conditions stayed a little choppy but were not too bad. For the next few days the swell should stay pretty stable from chest to shoulder high coming out of the SSW. Tomorrow will be a good day to get in the water early as the winds will move onshore sometime around 11am and conditions are predicted to stay choppy for the rest of the afternoon. High Tide for Friday at 8:12am/8:39pm Time of Post 7:47pm local time. --- > Give the gift of surf with a Custom Board - Published: 2011-02-23 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/give-the-gift-of-surf-with-a-custom-board/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Shop Blog We´re having fun perfecting our skills at board making. Don´t expect us to start cranking ´em out on a mass scale any time soon - but if you want a custom shape and graphics, we can pull it off and get you a sweet ride. This board was a surprise gift from Femke to her husband Ruud, two awesome guests who have been staying at the camp with us for several weeks. She worked with us to come up with this 7´6" funboard shape based on the boards Ruud had enjoyed surfing during his visit. Femke also wanted his initials and a custom paint job, so we enlisted the help of Soledad, a local artist, to complete the surprise. Now Ruud is tearing it up in style. He´s only been surfing for a month and he´s clearly hooked. We really enjoyed making this board for a really cool couple. --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, February 23rd 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-02-23 - Modified: 2011-02-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-february-23rd-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Marbella (all photos) Headed down to Marbella this morning so that we could get a little more southern exposure. Waves were great. Mostly in the waist to chest high range while further up the beach they were breaking consistently shoulder high and up. We did see a few well formed head high sets roll through where we were at. Winds were steady moving directly offshore with near glass conditions for most of the morning. Back home in Tamarindo waves were hovering around knee high most of the morning until around 9am when a couple of chest high sets rolled through. Right now at the main break conditions are pretty flat with low tide just past. Winds are a little shifty but moving mainly offshore. For this afternoon and evening winds will continue to shift around while the swell continues to build. Predictions are for chest high waves but we´ll probably see somewhere in the waist high range for the Tamarindo main. High Tide for tonight at 6:45pm Time of Post 1:07pm local time. --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, February 23rd 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-02-23 - Modified: 2011-02-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-february-23rd-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo (Pico Grande) Waves for the afternoon were pretty uneventful until around 4pm when a little something came in near Pico Grande. The main break as well as the rivermouth remained pretty flat for most of the evening with only the occasional set reaching waist high. Winds were very shifty today with some fairly choppy conditions. Towards sunset the winds died down and the chop cleaned up. For Thursday we´re looking at swell continuing to build until the evening when it will peak in the shoulder to head high range. Swell direction is still coming out of the SSW so we´ll stay sheltered from most of the waves here in the Tamarindo area. Winds will continue to spin around starting offshore in the morning and ending the day coming light onshore. Conditions looking clean in the morning with fair to choppy for the afternoon and evening. High Tide for Tomorrow will be at 7:13am/7:39pm Time of Post 8:08pm local time. --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, February 22nd 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-02-22 - Modified: 2011-02-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-february-22nd-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Some fun waves this morning with height waist high and under. Winds gusting a little but staying offshore. Conditions are fairly clean but the waves are dropping as the tide moves out. Winds are expected to be moving around quite a bit today while the swell is expected to bottom out and stay in the knee to waist high range. High Tide at 5:31am/5:56pm Time of Post 7:56 am local time --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, February 22nd 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-02-22 - Modified: 2011-02-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-february-22nd-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Winds in the pm were all over the place then towards sunset they settled on cross shore. Waves flattened out around 12 and stayed flat until close to 3pm. Waves built at high tide but other than a few standout chest high sets stayed mostly in the knee to waist high range on the main break. Conditions for the most part stayed choppy. For tomorrow we should be seeing swell build throughout the day. It's continuing to come out of the SSW so we probably won't see the full effects at the Tamarindo main. We may get into the Chest high range by the afternoon. Winds should stay side or offshore for most of the day up until sunset when the may turn light onshore. Conditions for tomorrow will be clean to fairly clean. High Tide for Wednesday will be at 6:21am/6:45pm Time of post 7:50pm local time. --- > Surf Report for Monday, February 21st 2011 (Afternoon) - Published: 2011-02-21 - Modified: 2011-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-february-21st-2011-afternoon/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Conditions this afternoon are decent with mostly knee to thigh high sets rolling through. The wind turned onshore about 2pm but has stayed fairly mellow leaving conditions fairly clean. Late afternoon and evening should be more of the same with the wind staying onshore but calm. High tide today will be at 5:08pm Time of Post 3:03pm local time --- > Surf Report for Monday, February 21st 2011 (Evening) - Published: 2011-02-21 - Modified: 2011-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-february-21st-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Conditions for the evening were pretty tough with the wind turning side shore and some pretty choppy conditions. Waves never really reached above waist high with the bigger sets closing out. For tomorrow the swell is predicted to continue it`s drop with waist high max coming out of the SSW so it might be pretty tough at the Tamarindo main break. Winds in the morning will be moderate to strong offshore with the possibility of lighter winds in the pm turning onshore. High Tide for Tomorrow will be at 5:31am/5:56pm Time of post 7:05pm local time. --- > Surf Report for Sunday, February 20th 2011 (Evening) - Published: 2011-02-20 - Modified: 2011-02-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-february-20th-2011-evening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Waves stayed pretty consistent for the entire day with mostly knee to waist high. We did see occasional chest high sets but those were closing out for the most part. Wind today stayed pretty constant offshore making for some clean conditions the entire day. Tomorrow look for a bit smaller waves with the wind turning light onshore in the afternoon. Your best shot for waves in Tamarindo maybe in the early morning with a little bit of WNW swell making a contribution. Although this contribution will only last until around 6am and with the tide going out it may not hold. Waves will most likely continue to drop through Tuesday if predictions prove correct. High Tide for tomorrow will be at 4:45am/5:08pm Time of Post 6:52pm --- > Surf Report for Sunday, February 20th 2011 (Afternoon) - Published: 2011-02-20 - Modified: 2011-02-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-february-20th-2011-afternoon/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Conditions right now are good with small waves in the knee to waist high range. Shape is good with winds staying offshore. Swell is predicted to drop through the rest of the day but conditions should remain clean. High Tide today at 4:22pm Time of post 2:58 pm local time --- > Surf Report for Friday, February 18th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-02-18 - Modified: 2011-02-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-february-18th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Pithaya Winds were on shore making waves a bit mushy for the afternoon. Size and shape would have been there if not for the wind. We saw some shoulder to head high sets that were quickly squashed by the wind. Anything coming in over head in Pithaya closed out in a hurry. Tamarindo Wave were very good in the afternoon with the wind staying offshore all day here in Tamarindo. Some barrels could be had in the early afternoon. Size was waist high and up around 3pm and slowly tapered off until sunset. Some sets coming in overhead were quick to close out but the majority of smaller set had great shape. For tomorrow look for the similar conditions here in Tamarindo with the swell begining to drop in the afternoon just before high tide. Winds should be about the same moving side shore/ offshore. Predictions are for clean conditions in the morning and fairly clean in the afternoon. High Tide for tomorrow 3:12am/3:37pm Time of Post 6:29pm --- > Surf Report for Thursday, February 17th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-02-17 - Modified: 2011-02-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-february-17th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Waves this morning are on the smaller side for sure but the shape is looking great. Most coming in somewhere between knee high and waist with some small barrels in the river mouth from time to time. Winds are calm and staying steady offshore. Size should stay in the waist to chest high range for today with a smaller wave at the main break in Tamarindo. Conditions for this afternoon might get a bit choppy with the possibility of some stronger side shore winds. High Tide at 2:05pm. Time of Post 11:24am Local Time. --- > Surf Report for Thursday, February 17th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-02-17 - Modified: 2011-02-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-thursday-february-17th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo This afternoon was pretty good with waves hitting waist high with some decent shape. Winds stayed offshore but were a bit gusty causing a little bit of chop in the water. After High tide the waves died down considerably leaving some good waves for beginners and those of us rockn´ the long boards. Swell predictions for tomorrow are looking pretty big with Head high and occasional overhead sets. Swell still seems to be coming from the SSW so Tamarindo probably won´t see a whole lot of the head high sets rolling through but the wind should stay offshore for the whole day moving a little bit faster than today. High Tide for Friday will be at 2:24am/2:52pm Time of Post 10:04 pm local time. --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, February 16th 2011 - Published: 2011-02-16 - Modified: 2011-02-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-february-16th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Waves today are in the knee to thigh high range with a few sets pushing up to waist high in the river mouth. Winds are pretty steady moving offshore with moderate speed. Waves are starting to build in the main break and should be fun about high tide assuming the wind cooperates. High Tide Today at 1:15pm Time of post 10:01 am local time. --- > Discover the WRSC New Clothing Line featuring stylish tank tops and rash guards. Shop now before they sell out! - Published: 2011-02-16 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrsc-new-clothing-line/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Shop Blog We got a new line on the line looking fine. Stop by any time! If you keep getting distracted looking at the peeling wave in the background, that's OK. So did we. In fact, the surf got so good during this shoot that we busted it out as fast as we could and hit the water! After years of too many "Dude Designs" we finally have some cute girl stuff, and they have been a big hit! In fact, we need to re-order these tank-tops and rashguards already, so if you want one now, don't snooze. Joe has been scouring tradeshows and suppliers in Costa Rica and the US for years trying to find the perfect tee shirt, and he's found it: Lightweight 4. 3 oz, 100% cotton, slim-fit, with a small soft collar... these are definitely the nicest tees we've ever had. Recurring themes at WRSC: Paradise and Pirates. Always relevant when living here. Never seems to get old! Arrgh. We are going to launch a small online store soon, we swear! But in the meantime, we have stuff in stock right now and we can do it Old-School: Call us at 1 888 318 SURF or e-mail reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com and we can take your credit card over the phone and send tees via certified Costa Rican Mail (which has gotten quite reliable over the years, is pretty quick, and not expensive. One tee shirt would be $12 to mail. ) --- > Surf Report for Wednesday, February 16th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-02-16 - Modified: 2011-02-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-wednesday-february-16th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Playa Grande (Pochote) Waves to the north were considerably bigger than they were in Tamarindo today. The main break at Grande was head high and over while Pochote was in the chest to shoulder high range with waves breaking head high on the sets. Tomorrow we´ll be seeing another slight drop in the swell with chest to shoulder high predicted. After tomorrow look for the swell to build until Saturday with head high waves fore casted for late Friday and early Saturday. Tamarindo Late in the afternoon there was a little bit of a wave maxing out near waist high with shape a little inconsistent. Still there were some fun waves to be had near the river mouth. High Tide for tomorrow 1:35am/2:04pm Time of Post 6:08pm local time. --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, February 15th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-02-15 - Modified: 2011-02-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-february-15th-2011-morning/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Waves today are coming in about waist high with strong winds shifting offshore to side shore but staying mainly off. Predictions remain for shoulder high waves of which we`ve seen a couple but only in stand out sets. Time of post 9:57am local time. --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, February 15th 2011 - Published: 2011-02-15 - Modified: 2011-02-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-february-15th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Waves this evening were pretty nice although they were a little fast to close. Winds were fairly strong compared with the past few evenings. Most waves were coming in waist to chest high on the main break with sets reaching for head high at the river mouth. Should be clean to fairly clean for tomorrow with a small drop off in the swell. Winds should be moderate moving offshore/side shore. High Tides for tomorrow will be at 12:40am/1:15. Time of Post 7:27pm local time. --- > Surf Report for Monday, February 14th 2011 (Morning) - Published: 2011-02-14 - Modified: 2011-02-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-february-14th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report TamarindoConditions this morning were clean with a moderate breeze blowing side shore. Size in the knee to waist high range with pretty good shape. Conditions today should remain relatively similar to this morning although both the wind and the swell are predicted to die down a bit in the afternoon. High tide at 11:17am Time of post 7:31am --- > Surf Report for Monday, February 14th 2011 (Afternoon/Evening) - Published: 2011-02-14 - Modified: 2011-02-14 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-february-14th-2011-afternoonevening/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo In an otherwise uneventful day the Rivermouth decided that it would be a good time to snap one off today. Starting around 3:30 or 4pm today barrels started firing at the main and rivermouth breaks. Winds stayed calm and consistent offshore with wave size staying pretty much in the chest high range. Conditions remained good until sunset although wave height wasn´t quit what it was at the begining of the session. Tomorrow wave height is predicted to get bigger although the West-Northwest contribution to the swell will be reduced so we might not be picking up as much in the Tamarindo area. Conditions are suppose to be clean and in the chest to shoulder high range for tomorrow. High Tide for Tuesday will be at 12:20pm Time of post 10:01pm local time. --- > Surf Report for Sunday February 13th 2011 - Published: 2011-02-13 - Modified: 2011-02-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-february-13th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Conditions this afternoon were a mixed bag. Winds late in the morning were very strong offshore which made for some difficult waves. Size was fairly good staying between knee high and chest high. Conditions just before sunset cleaned up considerably and made for a great session. Conditions for tomorrow are expected to be about the same with the swell tapering off a bit in the afternoon. Hight Tide tomorrow will be 11:17am/11:38pm Time of post: 6:54pm local time. --- > Uncover The Story of Witch's Rock Surfboards with stunning visuals and insights on recycling surfboard materials. - Published: 2011-02-12 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/brian-wedge-witchs-rock-surfboards/ - Categories: Blog, Employees, Surf Shop Blog Brian Wedge, a recent guest and excellent photographer, posted a terrific blog about our new custom surfboards. Check out how we're recycling old boards, fin plugs, and everything we can re-use--and the pictures of Joe, Holly, Luis, Chilo, and Maxi. You can view the blog here: https://www. brianwedge. com/blog/2011/02/09/the-story-of-witchs-rock-surfboards-roca-bruja-part-one/ --- > Pura Vida! Find out why I am soooo coming back to enjoy the amazing staff and wonderful experiences once again. - Published: 2011-02-08 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/february-8-2011-pete/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews February 8, 2011, I am soooo coming back. And some photos of your great staff! Thank you all for a wonderful 10 day holiday. Pura Vida, Pete --- > Surf Report for Tuesday, February 8th 2011 - Published: 2011-02-08 - Modified: 2011-02-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-tuesday-february-8th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report -Camaronal- Tamarindo this morning was hovering around knee high but with usual calm morning winds it was super clean at 6am. We took off to the south in search of some larger waves, which we found. Unfortunatley by the time the camera came out the wind had turned the glassy head high sets into mush. Tamarindo this afternoon was still small with onshore winds. After 4:30pm the wind turned off and the waves started coming in knee to waist high until sunset. Tomorrow we´re hoping is the bottom of the drop in swell. Knee to thigh high expected. High tide tomorrow will be at 6:38am/6:58pm Time of post 6:56pm --- > Surf Report for Monday, February 7th 2011 - Published: 2011-02-07 - Modified: 2011-02-07 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-february-7th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Waves this morning are pretty small and coming in fat. Mostly in the 1-2 foot range with the ocassional wave above knee high. Winds are nice as usual for the A. M. blowing offshore and calm. Things don´t look like they will be picking up until Thursday but with high tides in early morning and early evening you still might be able to get in 2 a day. High tide today 5:26am/5:46pm Time of post 7:26am --- > Surf Report for Monday, February 7th 2011 - 2 - Published: 2011-02-07 - Modified: 2023-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-monday-february-7th-2011-2/ - Categories: Surf Report Las Casitas Tamarindo Waves had a hard time hitting knee high this afternoon. Winds switched up on us and remained onshore for almost the entire afternoon causing some rather choppy conditions. Right now the wind is pretty mellow but still onshore. Size remains knee high and under. Swell predictions for tomorrow remain underwhelming at best. With knee to thigh high expected. Winds may not be perfect but they should be calm and sideshore for most of tomorrow. High tides for Tuesday will be at 6:01am and 6:21pm Time of post 5:45pm --- > Surf report for Sunday, February 6th 2011 - Published: 2011-02-06 - Modified: 2011-02-06 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-february-6th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Waves are pretty small this morning with the outgoing tide. Winds are calm moving offshore with waves 1-3 ft. Not expecting much more today in Tamarindo with waist high expected in the area on a South-Southwest swell. The swell is forcasted to die down through mid week and then rebuild until Friday. High Tide today at 4:50 pm Time of post 7:14am Local time --- > Surf Report for Sunday, February 6th 2011 - 2 - Published: 2011-02-06 - Modified: 2023-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-sunday-february-6th-2011-2/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo (4pm) Waves came into Tamarindo this afternoon about as expected with mostly knee high and waist high on the sets. Shape was pretty good, we didn´t see a whole lot of closeouts. Wind was great with a moderate breeze blowing offshore for the entire day. Not looking for any real surprises tomorrow with more knee to waist high waves. High tides tomorrow will be early morning (5:26 am) and near sunset (5:46 pm). Might be time to start thinking about some dawn patrol... Time of post 5:57pm local time --- > Surf Report for Friday, February 4th 2011 - Published: 2011-02-05 - Modified: 2011-02-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-for-friday-february-4th-2011/ - Categories: Surf Report Tamarindo Looking much better than yesterday morning with sets in the knee to waist high range. Good shape with the occasional chest high set coming through. Winds are mild blowing offshore. Waves are expected to be in the chest to shoulder range today. High tide at 4:02pm Time of post 7:18am local time. --- > Read about our experience where we all LOVED the surf camp! Friendly staff, beautiful accommodations, and great surfing fun. - Published: 2011-01-29 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/january-29-liz-nesbitt/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews January 29, 2011 Hi Elizabeth, I just wanted to thank you all so much for our wonderful stay at your hotel and surf camp! We all LOVED the surf camp, the instructors, the staff, the restaurant, the pool, and the beautiful room with the balcony! Everyone working there was exceptionally friendly and welcoming, we did not want to leave. This was my first time visiting Costa Rica, and definitely will not be my last. I had never surfed before, but thanks to Witch's Rock Surf Camp, I faced my fears and rode in some waves! ! ! We would like to thank you (Elizabeth), and Rigo, and Randall for all your help! ! Rigo was so welcoming and really made us feel at home. Randall was the first person we met right off the airplane and he made us feel like we were in good hands. And thank you, Elizabeth, so much for organizing all this with me over the past few months, you helped us to make this trip possible. But most of all, please thank Joe and his wife for giving us this opportunity! I have fallen in love with Costa Rica and everything it has to offer. Tell Joe that we are looking forward to his upcoming stay with us in San Diego, we hope he enjoys it as much as we did. This trip was truly a life changing experience, I cannot thank you all enough. PURA VIDA! ! ! Liz Nesbitt --- > Join us at Witch's Rock Surf Camp where sometimes we gotta go chase the waves that hit just right for an epic surf. - Published: 2011-01-19 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/sometimes-we-gotta-go/ - Categories: Blog, Employees Here at Witch´s Rock Surf Camp we are blessed with the Tamarindo bay that keeps the waves consistent and moderates the size. But every once in a while the swell hits us just right and the Witch´s family goes running for the water. I just grab a camera and wait. Andres (surf instructor) was going so fast we thought he might be able to surf all all the way over to Playa Grande Flash (surf instructor) about to get shacked Rigo (surf instructor) Beating the break down the line Chilo (tour guide/ boat Captain) on his way up. Joe (owner WRSC) powers in to one of the best rights of the day Rigo (surf instructor) getting out while the getting is well... . Joe (owner WRSC) lip smackin' good Andres (surf instructor) coming back from Grande the only way he knows how Nick (Fitness expert/ and Coach of everything) going home... just like superman would. --- > Explore the latest arrivals of New Witch’s Rock Gear designed for surfing enthusiasts ready for the next big swell. - Published: 2011-01-11 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/new-witchs-rock-gear/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Shop Blog We've been working on new products for months, so it's fun when all the new stuff starts showing up in the surf shop. It's even better when the gear arrives during a great swell with offshore winds. Dani and Rigo, ready to hit the sweet swell on new Witch's Rock Surfboards, with new Witch's Rock Rashguards. Scoping the waves in the "Cute Pirate" rashguard Ready to stop posing for pictures and go surfing already! Carlos and Yendry block the sun in style with Witch's Rock Trucker Caps --- > ... I know the memories will last a lifetime... - Published: 2011-01-09 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/january-2011-roger-hirsh/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews Hi guys! I'm just sitting here on a cold Sunday afternoon, checking out the WRSC webcam and missing all of you at WRSC! My time left countdown clock says 229 days, 15 hours and 38 minutes until we get back on the plane to WRSC. This will be my fourth time at WRSC, third time with my son. It means a lot to me as a Dad to spend such quality time with him in such a great environment. I know the memories will last a lifetime. Here's a little memory snippet I think you'll recognize! David Taking a Shower Till we meet again, Roger Hirsh --- > Learn about our incredible experience where the service there was phenomenal and the food was truly outstanding. - Published: 2011-01-09 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/november-23rd-2010-daphne-priddy-gary-priddy/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews November 23rd, 2010 Hello to all, Yesterday, Gary and I arrived home, after a long layover in Atlanta. We are so happy to have found you and it is a guarantee that we will be back. We stayed in room 8, which had amazing views and we thank you for that. On our next visit, we will stay in the penthouse and bring our kids. The service there was phenomenal and the food was outstanding. Kudos to Joes crew in the patio/bar area for the awesome drinks blended and always served with a smile. As we left, the room keys left with us! We gave them to our airport driver of the day. Hopefully, you have received them and your next room 8 guest. Ciao and it is 50 degrees here in Southern California (Claremont) Daphne Priddy & Gary Priddy --- > Fair Reporting. Thanks Howler Magazine! - Published: 2011-01-04 - Modified: 2023-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/fair-reporting-thanks-howler-magazine/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News We were pleased to open the January issue of "The Howler" magazine and read a piece by David Mills in the "Tamarindo Improvements" column about the landscaping work we completed last month to open The Witch's Garden. Even though the Howler is a free magazine, and also available online at www. howlermag. com, I've reprinted it here for convenience. Most of the printed copies in town were quickly snatched up by all the holiday visitors. Tamarindo ImprovementsMany years ago a brilliant plan was proposed for Tamarindo's waterfront - a pedestrian-only walkway, cafes, picnic tables, bicycle paths, kiosks, all along the beach from the estuary to the Circle. Like far too many bright ideas for Tamarindo - sewage treatment plant, Parque de la Independencia, road to Langosta - it never happened. Now somebody is trying to make the beachfront a nicer place, and is getting hassled because of it. Witch's Rock Surf Camp has cleared the area south of the hotel, put out chairs and tables, and is serving beverages in a shaded rincon right on the beach. They have improved the parking around the hotel and the access from the parking lot, cleaned up the dirty little creek, and made the area user friendly. So why are they in deep do-do? Asociation Pro Mejores de Tamarindo called in the municipality, accusing WRSC of a "major violation" of the Zona Maritima Terrestre (50-meter public zone) by putting a concrete tube on its property to direct the flow of a small drainage creek which empties into the ocean just south of the hotel. It was further stated in the letter that the water from this creek is highly polluted with coliforms, the wording suggesting that WRSC was responsible for the pollution, and virtually blaming the surf camp for the loss of the coveted "blue flag. "Let us put things into perspective. The creek formerly was a dirty, ugly little stream crossed by an unsafe log bridge, access to the hotel from the car park. The new culvert has no effect on the creek but allows safe and easy passage over it. The coliform count is easily explained; the creek runs from the hills above Tamarindo alongside the Parque de la Independencia, a pastureland and lavatory for horses and cattle. The park is covered with cow patties and horse apples, and drains into the creek. It also runs past several small businesses... --- > Read how I would like to thank you all for the wonderful trip my father and son had at Witches Rock. - Published: 2011-01-01 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/january-1-20110-wendy-gage/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews January 1, 2011 Hi to Elizabeth, Shawna, Sofia and anyone else at Witches Rock that we have corresponded with over the past few months. Curtis and Stan returned after their 2 week stay with you in December and Curtis is already planning his next trip back. My father, Stan Becker said that at 83 that it was the best vacation he has ever had. I would like to thank you all so much for making this such a marvelous trip for my son and my father to take together. We have exchanged many emails over the past six months and despite my never ending barrage of questions you have been extremely helpful in planning this trip. Thank you very much – I look forward to meeting you all personally at some point in the future. Wendy Gage --- > Out With A Bang...Adios Dubious Decade! - Published: 2010-12-31 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/out-with-a-bang-adios-dubious-decade/ - Categories: Blog The festivities are already ramping up at the camp, and the first decade of the new millennium has only got a few hours to go. Should be a great party tonight, in part because almost everyone I talk to is ready to say goodbye to the past ten years and get on with the next. For the most part, this decade won't be missed. Globally, let's face it... the last ten years has served up a steady diet of crap sandwich. 9/11, wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, Hurricane Katrina, Asian Tsunami, Earthquake in Haiti, Global Financial Meltdown, Bernie Madoff, Kardashians on every TV station... there's been plenty to hate of late. Locally, it's been a different story. The last ten years has seen the steady growth of Witch's Rock Surf Camp along with the town of Tamarindo. Sure, there have been plenty of challenges, but many more great waves and good times with our ever-growing posse of friends. Compared to all the disaster and despair around the world, life in surf paradise has continued to be damn near all it is cracked up to be. There might be a simple lesson here. Yes, it's a cliche to say, but it's tough to actually live: Get those waves now, not later. Build your life around the things and people you love. Nobody knows what's next, so pack in the experiences that really matter. Joe and Holly were young and foolish enough to follow their hearts at the start of this decade, and as the final hours of 2010 tick down, we're all sure glad they were adventurous enough to jump on that old school bus to come down here. We forget sometimes, because even in Paradise we all work hard and life happens no matter where you are, but WRSC continues to be an oasis of happiness. Surf camp life is pretty sweet. To finish up this post, and wish you all a Happy New Year, there are a lot of heavyweights I could quote, but "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" was on the TV last night, and I think he said it about as well as anyone: "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it. " --Ferris Bueller. Happy New Year! --- > How Sweet it Is! Ice Cream Sundae Desserts! - Published: 2010-12-29 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-sweet-it-is-ice-cream-sundae-desserts/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar Otis devours a Cookie Monster. "C" is for Cookie! For all the folks over the years who have asked for dessert, the long wait is finally over. Banana Splits, Cookie Monsters, and Sundaes soaked in Coffee Liquor (the "Sweet and Sloppy") are flying out of the restaurant this month. Guess we should have done this ages ago. Thanks to all of our kids, who wouldn't let the dessert bar fall behind other projects, and who bravely volunteered to test any dessert recipe, at any time, to make it happen. This wouldn't have happened without your constant pestering. OK, now I'm hungry... --- > Join us as we relive the joy of the WRSC Employee Party 2010, filled with laughter, dancing, and unforgettable moments! - Published: 2010-12-28 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrsc-employee-party-2010/ - Categories: Blog, Employees Every year at Witch's Rock Surf Camp the staff gets together to celebrate the holidays and spend some much needed time together. Since Happy was out of commission (it was open bar), our awesome guest Jenny helped us out by taking photos for us! Wilmar dancing! Smooth four-year-old Otis scores a dance with hot tweenage samba mama. We had some professionals stop by OMG Vanni and Alonso are so adorable! The best drivers ever - Calin, Ulises and Randall Jorge Luis and lady Employee love Yendry and the dudes (Leo, Carlos, Pira) The Maintenance Guys (plus Leo) - Leo, No Se, Pira, Chico, Carlos Elizabeth sings karaoke; Freedom worships Dance Party! Freedom, Roceyi, Happy, Yoisy Carlos, Maxi, Ulises, Rigo Thanks for another great year and here's to the next! --- > Rock in the New Year at Witch's! - Published: 2010-12-28 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/rock-in-the-new-year-at-witchs/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar Come join us as we ditch the last decade and cruise in to the next one. The party train will travel throughout the whole camp as sunset cocktails progress into dinner at our beachfront restaurant, and then we really cut loose in the new Witch's Garden with bonfire, BBQ snacks, dancing, and of course--more drinks! We'll have an amazing band and dancers (the same crew who lit up our recent employee party) and it's all right here on the beach. Get your drink on early, take a disco nap and show up late, or all of the above! All day Friday the 31st will be one big fiesta as we celebrate 10 years at WRSC, and look forward to another great 10 years in beachfront paradise. Whoo hooo! --- > Surf Report – Friday December 24th 2010 - Published: 2010-12-24 - Modified: 2010-12-24 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/friday-december-24th-2010/ - Categories: Surf Report Surf-Report-Christmas-Eve --- > Surf Report – Wednesday December 22nd 2010 - Published: 2010-12-22 - Modified: 2010-12-22 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/surf-report-wednesday-december-22nd-2010/ - Categories: Surf Report Radio2-report-dec-22 --- > ..."How do you even top that?"..."Come back with us next year"... - Published: 2010-12-21 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/december-21st-2010-justin-hirsh/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews December 21st, 2010 My dad, a person we’re travelling with, and I are leaving tomorrow. We all had an excellent time for sure! This is my dad’s third time coming, and my second, but the person we’re travelling with has come here for the first time. He said after we got back from Witch’s Rock/Ollie’s Point "How do you even top that? " My dad and I told him "Come back with us next year. " He said "That’s a no-brainer for sure. " Hopefully we’ll bring a fourth and a fifth next year Thanks! (Justin Hirsh) --- > Surf Report - Monday December 20th 2010 - Published: 2010-12-20 - Modified: 2010-12-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/monday-december-20th-2010/ - Categories: Surf Report Radio 2 Surf Report for Monday 20th December 2010 --- > ...great waves great people a wonderful time... - Published: 2010-12-17 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/december-17th-2010-dan-coar/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews December 17th, 2010 Shawna Had another great trip to wrsc! great waves great people a wonderful time. thank you so much for your patience with working with us. hve a merry christmas and happy new year. will email in the spring for next year. Dan Coar --- > Justin James Plays Live Show at Witch's Rock Surf Camp - Published: 2010-12-08 - Modified: 2010-12-08 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/justin-james-7pm-tonight/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar Here at Witch's Rock we're super stoked to announce that Justin James will be playing two shows at the camp December 8th and 9th! The music will start at 7pm and as usual there's no cover so get there early if you want a seat! If you want to check out Justin's sound go to his web site www. justinjamesmusic. com and be sure to check out his bio below, it's a pretty amazing story. We'll See you all at the show! --WRSC-- At just 20 years old, Justin James stared down his own mortality when a life changing encounter with a tiger shark left him bleeding to death on a remote South American beach. Multiple blood transfusions and 250 stitches later, James found himself depleted, bedridden and bewildered for what was to become an agonizing year of recovery. It was during this harrowing stretch that an unlikely gift from his grandmother, a new acoustic guitar, revived his longing for life and unveiled a songwriter whose voice today has him rising the charts and captivating the world with his performance. Known for his bliss-induced songs of love and living, James spends most of his days basking in the rays of his new lease on life: surfing and writing songs on the sun-baked shores of California and Hawaii; ultimately to share his music with his fans across the world. James’ songs have been exposed to millions of listeners. In 2010, Delta Airlines, McDonalds and Hollister Co. have all placed his music. His songs have also made a huge splash on network TV scoring several hit shows including among others: The Hills, Laguna Beach, Las Vegas, The Ghost Whisperer The independent success which James has cultivated, honored him a Best Male Vocalist nod at the LA Music Awards & led him to sign with Sony International. It also landed him in the studio with famed producers Mikal Blue and Andrew Williams. The first single off James’ album “Perfect Sometimes” features Hawaiian ukulele virtuoso & Sony label mate Jake Shimabukuro. The two gifted artists have not only collaborated on recordings but also toured Japan together. The “Summertime” single is already climbing the charts in Hawaii where it just broke the top 20 on Clear Channel 101. 9. Together with song and stage, James is striving to ensure that the sun will never set on the ocean of opportunities that life presents. --- > ...Me and my group had a great time surfing... - Published: 2010-11-24 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/november-24th-2010-michael-barnes/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews November 24th, 2010 Elizabeth, Good morning. Me and my group had a great time surfing yesterday. We were taught by Andre and he was a very compassionate teacher, we had a great time with him. Unfortunately my sister got decked in the face with another persons surfboard and had to get out of the water. Could you please let Andre know that she is ok! She ended up getting three stiches on her cheek,, but is in great spirits and will be just fine. Again, thanks for helping me set up the surf lessons! Take care Sm:)e (Michael Barnes) --- > ...We had so much fun surfing it’s hard to be back in reality... - Published: 2010-11-20 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/november-20th-2010-suzanne/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews November 20th, 2010 Shawna We are all so sad to be home. We’re fully into fall (and in some cases more like winter) and miss the beauty of Costa Rica. We had so much fun surfing it’s hard to be back in reality. I also just wanted to take a minute to thank you for being so understanding and accommodating with us moving to the Diria. I’m sure you noticed from the multiple emails in coordination, this group wasn’t as carefree as I’d hoped. Where I would’ve preferred to stay at Witch’s, I had to keep the group happy. In the end, all the ladies enjoyed our Witch’s Rock surf experience and do look forward to coming back to surf again. Same time next year? ? ? I’ve included the review I posted on Travel Advisor. I do think it could help other folks trying to plan a trip there. Please feel free to add it to the reviews on your website if you choose. Pura Vida Suzanne --- > WRSC develops beachfront park on private property - Published: 2010-11-18 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/lots-happening-on-the-side-lot/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar, Tamarindo News If you live in Tamarindo, you may have been curious about the dump truck, backhoe, and construction crew hard at work on our land between the hotel and the public parking to our North. WRSC has owned this beautiful piece of beachfront property for years, but it has never been fully utilized. We started a garden over there, hosted a fun third birthday party for Otis, built a little rancho that served as Holly’s Organic Market for awhile, and had some nice yoga sessions, but more often it has served as a storage area for the old WRSC bus, boats being repaired, and various maintenance supplies. This month, we’re finally turning it into the beachfront park we’ve been planning for years. Here’s what we will be completing over the next few weeks: We’re turning the whole area into a recreation and concession area, open to the public, with drinks, beer, BBQ, picnic tables, board rentals, shade tree and umbrellas—all with spectacular beachfront views. We have installed a new, safe, ten-meter wide culvert bridge providing access to the green-space and our property from the parking lot, replacing the rickety old log that was the only way to cross the little runoff stream. We’re adding new bathrooms and a shower—also open to anyone—which will be available during our business hours from 6AM – 10PM, just behind the rancho. The rancho will now serve cold drinks, beer, and BBQ—but everyone is welcome to come and use the picnic tables and enjoy the park whether you eat at the rancho or not. Bring your own food. Bring your family. This is an area to be enjoyed by everyone, not just guests of the surf camp. We are moving our board rental area over to the park area as well, which will free up more room in Eat at Joe’s Restaurant, and give some extra space for our surf school and surf tours to operate. Now the board-cage will be directly connected to our expanded ding-repair workshop, and our new board-shaping and glassing rooms, and be easily accessible to our vans for loading and unloading for tours. It doesn’t get any more integrated than this! We’re making ‘em, fixing ‘em, and renting ‘em just steps from where we’re surfing ‘em! We’re doing extensive landscaping with lots of local trees, grasses, plants and flowers throughout the park. We will be using “green” pavers (the type... --- > Your atmosphere is perfect at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Learn why this surf destination is a must-visit for everyone. - Published: 2010-11-15 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/november-15th-2010-ellen-craig/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews November 15th, 2010 Dear Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, I just left on Sat and am already planning my return trip next Nov. I was in a group there last week, and sometimes you have to go with the group’s desires instead of your own. Unfortunately, several in the group wanted to switch hotels, so we did. Personally, I would rather have stayed with you all, and will on my next trip! Your atmosphere is perfect and the pina coladas at Joe’s can’t be beat! As a former ski instructor (10 years), I recognize good coaching and the ability to build progressions. Maria was fabulous; and her constant smile didn’t hurt either. Happy lives up to his name; he added greatly to my trip. Now, I have a rather odd request, if you can possibly help. On Friday the 12th, I went on the graduation trip with Maria. As we were leaving, a very thin dog came up. (I’m sure Happy will remember him. You can ask him. ) He gratefully wolfed down the few chips that we fed him. I don’t know if there are any rescue organizations anywhere in the area or how strays are handled, but the poor guy needs a home. If there’s anything at all you could do (pick him up on your next trip to that beach if he shows and take him to a rescue or find him a home, or at least take him a burger from Joe’s), I will gladly pay the costs. I haven’t been able to stop thinking about the poor, hungry guy. Thanks, in advance, if you can do anything to help out the dog. And thanks for providing such a terrific vacation. Sincerely, Ellen Craig --- > Check out the New WRSC website goes live! Experience improved navigation and vibrant visuals of Witch's Rock Surf Camp. - Published: 2010-11-13 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/new-website-launched/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp Hello world, if you are reading this blog post, that means you're on the new Witch's Rock Surf Camp website. Congratulations, you've made it this far! We took the elements that we liked from the previous website and combined them with new elements that we wanted to improve things. These items include: •simple horizontal navigation along the top of the page (no more difficult drop-down menus) •lots of big photos showing you what things really look like down here in lovely Tamarindo, Costa Rica •text that is easy to read •other cool shit Basically we've tried to deliver you a clean website that gives you as much information about what we do and why we do it. Yes, the website still hast some bugs. Yes, the website still doesn't show up in some countries because the DNS changes haven't yet been picked up by some internet providers. Yes, there are still things we wanted to include with the new website but didn't do because we've been trying to get this done for months. But I think you'll find that we're well on our way. I would like to extend a huge thank you to Yana, James, Elaine, Happy, Shawna, and everyone else at WRSC who worked together to get things done. As I sit here in Peru, waiting for tomorrow's flight back to Tamarindo, I skim through the new website and only get more and more anxious to get home! pura vida Joe --- > Learn how to pack for a surf trip in a developing country with essential tips and a helpful packing list for your adventure. - Published: 2010-11-04 - Modified: 2025-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-to-pack-for-a-surf-trip-to-a-developing-country/ - Categories: Blog, How To (Do Everything) Surf Here at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, we are prepping for our fourth trip to Peru and we have been getting a lot of questions about what is needed for a surf trip to a developing country like Peru. I thought that I might share my short list of what prep work you need and what to bring should you ever go surfing off the beaten path. Here is my recommended list: * Check with the CDC to see what vaccines are recommend for the country you are traveling to. If you are going to more than one country, make sure you have all vaccines that you need to enter all the countries. For example, if I want to come back to Costa Rica after visiting Peru, I have to have my Yellow Fever shot, along with the proper documentation. * Make sure all of your regular vaccines (tetanus and the like) are up to date. * First aid kit including (but not limited to): * Band aids - No brainer * Hydrogen peroxide – good for cleaning cuts and your ears! Bring it or get it in country * Imodium, Kaopectatee II, Imodium A-D or some other loperamide based drug – you know why. * Ibuprofen cause even a little pain is not fun * If you take any regular medications, be aware that they are not always available in foreign countries so make sure you bring enough to last. * Duct tape – cause you only need it when you don’t have it and it fixes EVERYTHING * Copy of your passport – when you arrive, try to get a copy made with the page with the entry stamp. * If you are ever unsure about the water, drink bottled. If bottled might not be available all the time, bring iodine tablets. * If you decide that you can't part with your own here is a list if airlines and surfboard policies but always double check with your airline. For a few extra tips on how to pack a board, check out this video. * Bring the basic surf necessities – wax for the right temps, ding repair kit, a leash plus a spare * Above all, pack light and pack cheap. You don’t want to have to carry a heavy bag full of expensive things only to have it stolen. Hope this list is helpful for all... --- > ...big thank you to all the team WRSC ... - Published: 2010-11-02 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/november-2nd-2010-philippe/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews November 2nd, 2010- Yes, the return trip to Paris went well, I found the cold of France and the gray sky. Thank you very much for the pictures and a big thank you to all the team WRSC for my pleasant stay with you. Pura Vida Philippe --- > Crazy Kids! Coral Reef & Witch's Halloween - Published: 2010-11-01 - Modified: 2010-11-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/halloween-2010-at-witchs-rock-surf-camp/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News   --- > As a first time visitor, I was extremely impressed with the operation and the exceptional service from the staff during my visit. - Published: 2010-11-01 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/november-1st-2010-joe-gibson/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews November 1st, 2010 Hi Shawna, I’ll chime in as well and add that as a first time visitor, I was extremely impressed with the operation. As Andy has already said, we had a great time and your staff was the major reason for that. I’ve already told friends and family about the trip and hope to get a group down there in the next few months. You and I spent more time together than you probably would have liked, but I really do appreciate you taking the time to explain things to me and hear me out. I’ll be posting to Trip advisor soon letting everyone out there know that the posters with the negative experiences clearly have their own personal issues as there is no way that the service I experienced could be cast in a negative light. We had a great time and I hope to have many more similar trips. Joe Gibson --- > Expressing gratitude for the amazing support, WRSC was more than willing to work with us for fantastic solutions. - Published: 2010-10-31 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/october-31st-2010-andy/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews October 31st, 2010 Hi Shawna: I got the credit. I wanted to thank you for all help. I know we had a couple of issues, but WRSC was more then willing to work with us to provide solutions and we appreciated that. Joe and I had a great time. All the instructors we encountered were great and we especially liked Rigo. But Flash (My first instructor ever at WRSC who always kicks my butt when i am with him, but its appreciated), Esteban and Carlos were great as well. We even had great time surfing with Chiloe (spelling? ? ). Also, spent some time with Maria for dinner and drinks, she was super cool as well. Cant wait to come back... . You guys do a kick ass job and provide a great experience. Thanks Andy --- > Scary Good - WRSC presents the 2010 Tamarindo Holloween Party - Published: 2010-10-19 - Modified: 2023-07-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/scary-good/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News The Horror... . The Horror! October has been full of tricks and treats so far, delivering some ideal conditions for the handful of locals and visitors surfing the uncrowded breaks in perfect weather. If you are lucky enough to be here for Halloween, we're going to have a frighteningly good time. Bring the kids to our House of Horror! It's Alive! Alive! ! ! ! ! Surfboards are coming to life in our new workshop. Come in to the lab, and see what's on the slab! https://www. joewalshproject. com/ A Few for Peru... There are a couple of spots left for our trip to the land of long lefts, don't be left out for our Trip to Peru November 6-13th.   --- > Tamarindo Real Estate: an Expert Overview by Courtney Borquet - Published: 2010-10-13 - Modified: 2010-10-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/tamarindo-real-estate-an-expert-overview-by-courtney-borquet/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News Since I have lived in Tamarindo for almost ten years, people are frequently sending me emails and asking me questions about the local real estate market. I am not an expert in this field, but fortunately I am good friends with one. Remax Tamarindo Manager/Sales Associate Courtney Borquet has been working in Tamarindo real estate for about as long as I've been working in the Tamarindo surfing industry. She is a true expert in this field. Courtney is providing us with local real estate information through a series of blogs starting with this one. She can be found using the contact information below. I hope you find this information useful! pura vida, Joe Walsh ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TAMARINDO REAL ESTATE BLOG SERIES PART 1: Costa Rica is a perfect vacation destination for many international travelers. Tropical waters, consistent swell, and a variety of surf breaks have been bringing visitors to Guanacaste for decades. Some of these vacationers have decided to purchase property in the area and make Costa Rica their primary or secondary home. The country saw a significant increase in real estate investment from the late 1990s until 2009, when the economic environment changed. Last year the volume of real estate transactions decreased, but some lucky people were able to purchase properties at prices that have not been seen in years. There are still some fantastic deals available. Most of the properties that were purchased by foreign investors were paid for in cash. This helped the real estate market by preventing a flood of forecloses. The interest rates and tighter lending policies in Costa Rica are the reason we continue to see people preferring all cash purchases. Some sellers have become more creative, and are willing to offer short-term owner financing with thirty or forty percent of the purchase price down. Costa Rican residents are savvy about the opportunities available now in their country and many of the recent purchases have been made by nationals. North Americans are continuing to purchase vacation properties to escape the cold northern winters, live near the beach, or retire where their dollars can go further. The lower US dollar has also helped the prices become even more affordable for Canadians and European buyers over the last couple years. The diverse backgrounds of the buyers can be seen in most of the beach towns in the country. As we prepare for high season, we see... --- > WRSC guests can benefit from free wifi and Vonage phone calls. Make calls home and stay connected for less. - Published: 2010-10-08 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/telefona-la-casa/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Shop Blog PHONE HOME When you're travelling in a foreign country, little things can mean a lot: like being able to use your laptop to stay in touch and being able to make a simple call back home without some sketchy payphone charging you a mortgage payment to call your mom. That's why WRSC offers FREE Wi-Fi throughout the Hotel and Restaurant and FREE PHONE CALLS to the US with any purchase in the Surf Shop (and yes, a pack of gum counts). So if you called in sick to escape down to Costa Rica, or if your boss thinks you're "working from home" we got all the connections to cover you! It can be like you never left... but explaining your tan to your boss Is something you may want to think about ahead of time. --- > Celebrate with a mixed drink recipe brought to you by the new intern, perfect for enjoying life after a surf vacation. - Published: 2010-10-02 - Modified: 2025-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-tit-drink-recipe/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar And Intern... So I finally managed to parlay my dream of coming down here to Witch’s for more than a 10 day stay (usually followed by two weeks or 2years of dying to come back). So to celebrate my good fortune I thought that I might do you all a kindness in-tern... Whether you just got back from your surf vacation and you can't figure out how to readjust to your daily grind or you’re just hanging on by your finger nails until you can get back down to Witch’s, we all gotta’ cope somehow and drinking has always been my favorite. So here’s to you! The following is the recipe (semi-secret up to this point) for the Famous and sometimes infamous Witch’s Titt! So Crank up the heat in your house (85 to 95 should work) and boil up some water to get that humidity index up over 90% then follow the instructions below and I swear you can almost feel the ocean breeze... ------"mine! "------ What You’ll Need For 2-3 drinks: 4oz Rum (White or spiced it’s up to you, we use blanco) 1oz Triple Sec 5oz Orange Juice (I’m pretty sure they don’t sell Dos Pinos North of Mexico... Sorry! ) A thick circular slice of Pineapple (Fresh is best but canned/juiced will work if you must) A couple of splashes of Grenadine, Handful of ice, and a Blender What to do with what you got: Add Rum, Triple Sec, Orange Juice, and Pineapple (take the skin off and cut into chunks) into the blender over a handful of Ice. Kick that Blender into High gear and keep it going ‘till the Ice and the Pineapple has fully broken up. Pour into a couple of tropical glasses(or a plastic cup, whateves’) . Splash with some Grenadine and garnish with a straw and anything that grows close to the Equator! Feeling any breezes yet? Pura Vida! Please check in with me from time to time ‘cause I could get lost and someone might have to come looking for me. The Happy-est Intern --- > Have you dinged someone else's surfboard? Here is a guide on what to do next to resolve the issue gracefully. - Published: 2010-09-27 - Modified: 2025-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-to-do-when-you-ding-someone-elses-surfboard/ - Categories: Blog, How To (Do Everything) Surf Ironically, just last week I posted the "How To Fix A Ding On The Rail Of Your Surfboard" video, and then today I got run over by someone surfing in the water and now I have a nice big ding in the rail of my board. It was just tragic. There were plenty of waves, I had only been out for about 45 minutes and I was going to make it one of those 3+ hour surf-until-sunset afternoons. That was until I was paddling out and this guy I didn't know falls on a wave in front of me and almost takes my head off. I ducked out of the way, but my board received a huge gash in the rail. What a bummer! The worst part was the guy's attitude about the whole thing. He was like "oh well that's your problem" while I was more like "buddy, you need to throw down some cash to help pay to fix this board. " He was a tourist and probably just passing through town. He definitely didn't seem to believe in karma. Maybe he didn't know what the "rule" was. Is there a rule? Well, if there isn't, it could goes something like this: SURFING ETIQUETTE: WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU DING SOMEONE ELSE'S SURFBOARD Its your fault, you must pay for the repair. - you ran someone over because you were out of control - your leash broke and the board subsequently ran somebody over and damaged their board - you ditched your board when a big set came and it hit the person behind you - you ran over someone's surfboard in the parking lot Both of us are to blame, we should share the cost of the repair. - If we're both surfing and we run into each other, oops. - If I was caught inside but trying to get out of the way and you accidentally ran me over (or vice versa), oops. You get the idea. Accidents do happen. Don't just paddle away and tell the other person to go screw themselves. That is bad karma. The surfing world is very small, and chances are that we share some of the same friends. Help pay to fix the surfboard and consider it an investment in your surfing karma future. Most dings normally only cost around $30-$40, a little more if they are on the... --- > Learn how to fix a ding on your surfboard with simple supplies and easy steps. Keep your favorite board in top shape. - Published: 2010-09-21 - Modified: 2025-05-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-to-fix-a-ding-on-your-surfboard/ - Categories: Blog, How To (Do Everything) Surf Many people think that fixing a surfboard ding is rocket science, but it isn't. Ding repair is a craft that many surfers should learn at some point in their life. What if you're surfing on a remote tropical island and the reef puts big dings in your favorite board? Or the airline drives their luggage car over your surfboard bag? Don't worry, with some basic materials and tools you can do your own board repairs! Watch this video to learn how to fix a ding in your surfboard: Ding Repair Supplies: - resin - catalyst - acetone - fiberglass cloth - sandpaper - scissors - tape - mixing sticks - mixing cups - razor blades - paint brush - respirator mask Fixing your surfboard isn't a race, unless its your only surfboard and the waves are firing! Enjoy the opportunity working with your hands to fix the single item that gives you so much joy in the water. Let us know how your surfboard repairs are going. If you have any photos you can post them on the WRSC facebook page. --- > Witch's Rock Pirate Radio is now LIVE! - Published: 2010-09-18 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-pirate-radio-is-now-live/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp This Internet radio station is brought to you by your good friends at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Let us help you make it through your stack of cubicle TPS Reports or daily traffic jam grind! Right now you can tune in by clicking here and the audio player will stream in a separate browser window. Good music and updated surf reports from Tamarindo, Costa Rica will play 24/7, all you need is a PC or a Mac. You can even tune in on your iPhone, Droid, or other smart phone with any internet connection! https://www. loudcaster. com/channels/381-witch-s-rock-pirate-radio-surf GREAT MUSIC Witch's Rock Pirate Radio is a collection of good songs from various WRSC staff and guests. I started by uploading tons of tracks that I always listen to with my headphones, others did the same. Music genres span old school punk, alternative, reggae, classic rock, folk, hip hop, blues and more. It really is a great mix and is getting better every day. Do you have a song/album you'd like us to play? Let us know and we'll add it to the playlist. SURF REPORTS I will be posting daily surf reports keeping you connected to whats happening in the water. For now I'm running a daily surf report message, but starting this next week we will go on-air with live "Man On The Sand" reports from out in front of Witch's Rock Surf Camp. This will get other surfers like Carlos Arias, Flash, Andres, and Rigo involved by giving more frequent updates and surf reports from multiple spots north and south of Tamarindo. WHATS NEXT? So far, we have a few hundred songs in rotation, but by the end of October we play on having a few thousand. We are working with Loudcaster to build an audio player that embeds in our website. We are in talks with 91. 1 to host a Witch's Rock Pirate Radio weekly radio show on 91. 1 FM in Costa Rica. Since broadcasting live from Tamarindo, Costa Rica over the internet is technologically challenging, and since Costa Rica's internet is not predictable, there will be some bugs. We appreciate any feedback, simply put it in a blog comment, on facebook, or on the Witch's Rock Pirate Radio comment form: https://www. loudcaster. com/channels/381-witch-s-rock-pirate-radio-surf Witch's Rock Pirate Radio: BLAST IT! --- > Intermediate Surfer - Guided Coaching - New Program at WRSC - Published: 2010-09-15 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/intermediate-surfer-guided-coaching-new-program-at-wrsc/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp If you're like most surfers, you don't fantasize about riding giants, you'd just like to surf better (or suck less). Let's face it, most of us are intermediates, happy to rip ripples. Here at WRSC, we've helped turn scores of beginners into intermediate surfers through our surf school, much of the staff included. I fall squarely into that category myself; just trying to suck less. My goals are pretty earthbound--I'll be happy to improve my "old-man style", and judging by most of the folks in the lineup, I'm hardly alone. Those of us lucky enough to live and work here get to surf with great instructors all the time, and the little tips they give us make a big difference. Knowing how valuable that coaching can be, we've created a new program for all of our guests who are at that level--somewhere in the middle. Intermediate Guided Coaching: This new program combines some elements of our more advanced surf tours, but offers coaching in and out of the water. With Guided Coaching, the group size remains small (three surfers with a guide) and travels to breaks outside Tamarindo by boat and van. The guideswork closely with each individual guest on the skills they need to move to a new level. Go better right than left (or vice versa)? Want to improve your ability to read waves and pop up on steeper faces? Ready to try a smaller board? Or maybe you're ready for tips on landing a small floater or carving a big turn on the face of a wave? Through a combination of in-water evaluation, video analysis, and seminars--not to mention all the natural advantages of warm tropical water and some of the most consistent waves in the world--we can help you progress to a whole new point in your surfing. Ready to get shacked in the barrel? Maybe you're closer than you think! Call us today at 1-888-318-SURF and inquire about dates for your next surfing vacation. Pura Vida, Yana --- > Do not miss the Switchfoot Concert in San Jose. Enjoy an evening of surf rock from this multi-platinum band. - Published: 2010-09-09 - Modified: 2025-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/switchfoot-concert-in-san-jose-costa-rica-friday-september-10th/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News The surf is pretty small, and although it will hopefully be a little bigger this afternoon and tomorrow, by Sunday its probably going to only be about waist high. So... . with small surf... one considers what else one might want to spend one's time doing. I've got a suggestion. Check out the band Switchfoot Friday, September 10th at Torre Gecko in San Jose, Costa Rica. You can buy tickets online at www. todoticketcr. com. If you haven't heard of Switchfoot before, they are a multi-platinum band from San Diego, California. I went to college with Chad Butler and brothers John and Tim Foreman, the founding members. We all surfed Blacks Beach and Chad and I surfed on the UCSD Surf Team together. Switchfoot is SURF ROCK all the way, and not to mention they are really good guys. Here is a song off of Switchfoot's new album titled "Hello Hurricane", the song is called "The Sound", and the guy killing it is San Diego's Sean Mattison on one of his Von Sol Surfboards. WHAT: Switchfoot concert WHERE: Torre Gecko, Heredia, Costa Rica WHEN: Friday, September 10, 2010 HOW: www. todoticketcr. com see you at the show, Joe Walsh --- > Is surfing in a thunderstorm safe? Explore the dangers and safety measures you need to know before hitting the waves. - Published: 2010-08-30 - Modified: 2025-06-19 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-dangerous-is-surfing-in-a-thunderstorm/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News As the official rainy season approaches in Tamarindo (September and October are the rainiest months of the year) we've already had a few spectacular thunderstorms. At WRSC, we often find ourselves surfing in the rain, and generally it's great. A light rain can knock down the winds, and glass up the swell. Plus, the rain down here is in the 80 degree range, and often comes with bonus rainbows, so it's pretty groovy. But thunderstorms are different. We usually get at least one a week this time of year, mostly at night, and they can be real earth shakers. Sometimes you're out surfing when one starts forming in the afternoon. The other day, surfing with my 10 and 12 year old, a big thunderhead started rolling in from the Southwest over the ocean, and soon there were lighting bolts visible a few miles off in the distance. Everybody else in the water kept surfing, but my kids asked how far away a thunderstorm was safe. Of course we all know that thunderstorms are dangerous, but for a quick answer to "how far away", I didn't have a good answer, so we got out of the water. A few days later, the topic came up at lunch with co-workers, and nobody seemed to know either. The general consensus was that they got out of the water when everybody else started to... which was sometimes when thunderstorms were almost directly overhead. So I hit the internet for some answers. Turns out, surfing anywhere close to a thunderstorm is a pretty bad idea. A quick Google search shows dozens of articles about surfers all over the world who have been struck while surfing, and also diving, boating, and all other forms of water recreation. Being on the beach wasn't much better. In fact, being in the water was the second most dangerous place to be (the most dangerous is standing in an open field). The answer my kids were looking for... is that no distance is really safe. If there's a thunderstorm in the area, or even building thunderheads, it can strike unexpectedly even if it's still sunny where you are. In my tour of various articles, I was surprised to learn that only about 17% of people who are struck by lightning actually die... and yet I'd rather not join either statistical group. Salty seawater is an excellent electrical conductor, and... --- > Common Sense's Nick Hernandez puts on great acoustic show - Published: 2010-08-26 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/big-swell-to-nick-hernandez/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar Nick from Common Sense stopped by Witch`s Rock last week and busted out a fun and casual acoustic set from his new solo album. We captured all the action from one locked off angle with a cheap videocamera while we drank beer and enjoyed the show. To spice up the footage, we cut in some of the best shots from the Big Swell that blessed our coast for most of last week. The swell reports all say more of the same is on the way this week! Wish you were here. --- > Blake Mycoskie of TOMS Shoes gives WRSC a shout out - Published: 2010-08-26 - Modified: 2010-08-26 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/blake-mycoskie-of-toms-shoes-gives-wrsc-a-shout-out/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp Blake Mycoskie and Joe Walsh after surfing Witch's Rock, summer 2010 We truly appreciate it when you tell your friends about Witch's Rock Surf Camp. If you happen to be famous and get interviewed in a magazine or on TV, plugging the camp will win you something extra. This morning I got an email from Blake Mycoskie, founder of TOMS Shoes, telling the world about WRSC in Coastal Living magazine. For doing this, Blake, we here at WRSC are shipping you a giant plate of nachos from our restaurant Eat @ Joe's. I hope they stay fresh! Thank you for the plug Blake, we look forward to hosting you and your entire family at Witch's Rock Surf Camp this Thanksgiving holiday. pura vida- joe By the way, when I was on Blake's facebook page a little bit ago I remembered that today is his birthday, here's a happy birthday shout out back!   --- > Do not miss Nick Hernandez, lead singer of Common Sense, performing live this week. Stay tuned for details! - Published: 2010-08-16 - Modified: 2025-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/nick-hernandez-from-common-sense-soon-to-play-live-show/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar, Tamarindo News Nick Hernandez playing live at Eat @ Joe's sometime during this week. Stay tuned to our www. facebook. com/witchsrocksurfcamp and right here on our blog for the big announcement. Don't miss out on this amazing surf inspired guitarist and singer! --- > Left Point Break Anyone? Sign Up for the WRSC 2010 Peru Trip - Published: 2010-08-10 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/left-point-break-anyone/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp We have a lot of really fun beach breaks in this area, but sometimes you want to try something different. That is why we have trips to Nicaragua, Panama and Peru. Speaking of Peru, do you like that photo above? How about this one? You can be there! On November 6-13, 2010 Joe will be guiding the tour to Peru. It is $1400. Just fly into Lima on the 6th and fly out on the 13th and we will take care of the rest. We will announce a more detailed schedule later. Give us a call at 1-888-318-SURF or an email at reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com for more details and soon you can be experiencing the glory of some of the longest left point breaks in the world. In the meantime, Check out these pics!   --- > An unforgettable experience with Shawna and the entire staff. Thank you for the memories and looking forward to future adventures. - Published: 2010-08-10 - Modified: 2024-11-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/august-10th-2010-charles/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews August 10th, 2010- Dear Shawna: I wish we had gotten the chance to say goodbye. CA and I had the time of our lives! Thank you and the entire staff for a fabulous experience, one we hope to build on in the near future. CA and I were quite disappointed when we walked into the kitchen this morning to NOT have our choice of smoothies and a huge ass burrito and banana pancakes waiting for us. Take care and keep in touch. We will definitely do the same. Pura vida, Charles --- > Unlock new friendships and a love for surfing at WRSC. Experience the amazing connections and life-changing moments. - Published: 2010-08-05 - Modified: 2024-11-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/august-5th-2010-kevin-kurtz/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews August 5th, 2010- Dear Joe: Inspiration strikes in the best locations, and I can now count WRSC as one of those places. I just spent the week of July 25-30 learning to surf with your amazing staff and building new friendships that I hope last a lifetime. Just wanted to say what a fantastic time I had at WRSC July 25-30. I met amazing new friends, developed a new passion for surfing, and definitely had a life changing experience. More to come in a formal review later! Thanks so much! Pura Vida, Kevin Kurtz --- > Reflecting on an exciting water adventure, we discuss how you all really know how to make some gringos feel at home. - Published: 2010-08-04 - Modified: 2025-04-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/august-4th-2010-katy-harrison/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews August 4th, 2010 First off, what an incredible trip. I just got back from WRSC last Saturday and can attest for the entire group that it was one of our favorite experiences. You all really know how to make some gringos have a great time in the water. I already know that the vast majority of our group is looking at dates for a prime week in February 2011. With that in mind, can you send me Edgar�s email? He recommended that I check in with him as the time gets closer to see when the waves will be best. Also, I imagine space in the camp fills up pretty quickly during that time so I want to be sure our group can get enough space. Can you give me an approximate timeline of the latest we can book? (ie � 1-2 months out). I want to make sure we all get back out there as planned. Again, thanks for such a well-run operation. Kudos to Joe and his staff. Katy Harrison --- > The trip was awesome the place was great! Discover how instructors made this visit unforgettable for me and my girlfriend. - Published: 2010-08-04 - Modified: 2025-04-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/august-4th-2010-mahesh/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews August 4th, 2010- Hey, I was just out at WRSC for a week-long visit with my girlfriend a couple weeks back. I just wanted to say that Edgar and Rigo are awesome instructors and you guys should do whatever you have to do to keep them. The trip was awesome, the place was great, and that’s pretty much it! Thanks again! -Mahesh --- > Curious about Dónde está el jefe? Discover why Joe is in Rhode Island and when he returns to Witch's Rock Surf Camp. - Published: 2010-08-02 - Modified: 2025-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/donde-esta-el-jefe/ - Categories: Blog, Employees Guests and staff at Witch's Rock Surf Camp might notice something missing. Over the last week or so we have heard the same question repeated over and over, "Where's Joe? " Right now, Joe is in Rhodes Island where David Levy is teaching him how to shape awesome surfboards. Pretty soon, Joe will be back in Costa Rica making custom boards here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp in our brand new shaping room. Any requests? --- > Airlines Hate Surfboards & Why You Should Rent Instead - Published: 2010-07-28 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/why-leave-your-boards-at-home/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Shop Blog I was sitting on an airplane waiting to debark in LIR when the baggage truck rolled up and the airline guys started offloading the luggage. The window seat gave me a perfect vantage point to watch the guys work while waiting for the doors to open. First off: a short board bag, tossed onto one corner of the baggage cart. Ouch! Second off: a long board case, thrown on top of the short board. WTF? I wondered what kind of boards were in the bags, and whether or not their owners were bound for WRSC. Last time I shipped a board, packed with great care and lots of pipe insulation, bubble wrap and towels, it arrived with the nose smashed as though it had been shoved hard into a wall. I hoped these boards would fare better... Next item - a large suitcase, tossed on its side next to the surfboards. Another question came to my mind: were they going to leave those surfboards laying there while they filled the whole cart? Within three minutes I had my answer: Yes they were, and they were going to throw a lot of large, heavy suitcases directly on top of them. We have a good quiver here at WRSC and we're adding new boards all the time. You can leave your boards at home, surf ours, and for just a few bucks a week take advantage of our board rental insurance program that saves you the worry of paying for dings, broken fins, and snapped leashes. We can't wait to take you surfing! See you soon... Valerie --- > ... It seems that I can’t stay away from you guys… - Published: 2010-07-26 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/july-26th-2010-miho/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews July 26th, 2010 Hi Shawna- Hope you had a great vacation. I just wanted to let you know that I had amazing time at WRSC again. In fact I think this time was even better than the last time. I was very pleasantly surprised that most of your staff members remembered me. My surfing improved so much this time, and big thanks to Edgar for that. He’s such a patient and excellent teacher. He made me feel confident and safe in the water. Something clicked during the lesson in the 2nd day, and I was able to catch most of waves since then. Before I left for the trip, I thought this would be my last trip to WRSC, but I’m pretty sure I’ll come back again (hopefully soon! ). It seems that I can’t stay away from you guys... Please let me know if you guys are coming to a travel show in NY this year. I’ll stop by to say hello. See you guys next time! Miho --- > WRSC Trucker Hats now available at Witch's Rock Surf Shop - Published: 2010-07-26 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrsc-trucker-hats/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Shop Blog We recently got some new hats in our shop. There are a few other models but here is Maria modeling one: --- > I went down by myself and you were right; it was an amazing experience at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp with great people. - Published: 2010-07-23 - Modified: 2025-03-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/july-23rd-2010-heather-deardorff/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews July 23rd, 2010 Dear Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, I just got back (returned to the States last Saturday) from my first time staying at your place. It totally rocked! Thanks for a wonderful trip-one of the best times of my life! I will be sure and follow up with any surveys or online comments about your wonderful staff, instructors, food, and more. I went down by myself and you were right... I ended up meeting a lot of really great people. We even keep in touch. see the email below that I sent them about things I miss most about CR. Thanks again. Sincerely, Heather Deardorff --- > Discover why I like working here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, thanks to amazing guests and unforgettable moments. - Published: 2010-07-12 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/why-i-like-working-here/ - Categories: Blog, Employees I like working at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Not because there are waves and Joe lets me use a board if they are good and my board is at home (though those things help) but because, for the most part, our guests are awesome. So now comes the big Thank You to Albert, Maya, Brendan, Lindy, Sean, Johnny, Mike, Julie, Chris and Jennifer. They helped make last week AWESOME. Here's a photo of some of them from July 4: Julie, Johnny, Albert, Lindy, Sean and Mike Thanks again for coming down and making sure that everyone (other guests and the staff) had a great week. --- > Seriously? Another post about Luis Castro? - Published: 2010-07-05 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/seriously-another-post-about-luis/ - Categories: Blog, Employees Last weekend (that of June 25th) he competed in the Gran Final CNS 2010. In plain English, the Grand Final for the National Circuit for Surfing down here. The dude came 3rd place. So, Felicidades Luis! If you are in Santa Teresa this weekend, you can see him compete for a $10,000 prize in the Luz de Vida Surf Challenge. --- > Join us for Cantina Night - Yet Another Thing To Do, featuring karaoke, tacos, and fun at Villareal with Witch's Rock Surf Camp. - Published: 2010-06-26 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/cantina-night/ - Categories: Blog, Employees, Surf Camp The crew at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is thrilled to announce the Weekly Cantina Night. The Camp will be taking guests to nearby Villareal for an authentic Tico night of Imperial, Karaoke and Bocas. Every week, WRSC guides and guests will climb into a minibus and travel 15 minutes to a popular cantina in Villareal. Karaoke will be available for the daring, but a quick warning, people here can sing. The shuttle will run between the cantina and Witch’s Rock Surf Camp as needed. Last week Owner Joe and GM Yana joined Flash, Alex (the dude who makes everything here work) and I for the fiesta. Rafa tagged along and took some photos. Marc- the former King of Karaoke (Sorry Dude) The new king of Karaoke There was pool too. Joe does things other than surf Dancemaster Alex and some guests Joe and Yana --- > Discover the real rainy season experience in Guanacaste. From clear sunny mornings to spectacular sunsets and double rainbows. - Published: 2010-06-21 - Modified: 2025-06-05 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/rainy-season-in-costa-rica/ - Categories: Blog, Deals, Tamarindo News Most people avoid September and October in Guanacaste, since those are the rainiest months of the year. If you just wanted to sit on the beach or play some golf, I might skip those months too... but for a surf vacation, these months can be great. Rainy is relative. Sure, you could get skunked and have to surf in a downpour for a few days--but you'll already be wet, right? More often, these months are marked by clear sunny mornings followed by big thunderstorms in the afternoon, finished off by insane double rainbows and the most spectacular sunsets of the year. Some years it hardly qualifies as rainy season (last year was really mild) and some years it rains a bunch, but you still don't need a wetsuit. The air and water temps stay in the 80s. Everything is super green, flowers bloom, it's gorgeous--and the thunderstorms can be stunning too; vertical and horizontal purple lightning tearing across the sky with earth-shaking thunder. Sometimes the electrical storms continue to light up the night sky long after the rain has stopped. Nature puts any fireworks display to shame. While the weather can be a crapshoot, the swell is consistently bigger in South Swell Season--so the surf usually rocks in the low season. And the best part is that those waves are pretty empty. Some other local businesses just close up for the rainy months, so airline tickets drop, we offer a big discount on our rates, and it gets nice and quiet everywhere. Locals love it, and we always have fun with the guests who come down that time of year. We like to schedule cheap, fun activities (like going to local Tico Cantinas for Dancing and Karaoke, Movie Nights, Card Games and Boardgames, etc. ) and everyone is even more tranquillo than usual. Sounds fun right? Green Season dates run from September 4th - October 30th. Witch's Rock Surf Camp has now started selling our weekly packages at 25% off for new guests and 30% off for our special return guests. Book now at 888-318-7873, and you'll be down for low-season! --- > International Surfing Day in Tamarindo, Costa Rica - Published: 2010-06-20 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/international-surfing-day-it-happened/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News I am in recovery. I sit here, alone, in the office at Witch's Rock Surf Camp recovering. You see, here in Tamarindo, we celebrated International Surfing Day yesterday. It was awesome! The morning started off pretty terrible with cold rain. I HATE cold rain. I left New York in part to avoid cold rain but some how it found me yesterday in the wee hours of the morning. Just as the guys from the Surfrider Foundation and I started thinking the day was going to be a wash, the Surf Gods smiled, the clouds parted and the sun came out, thus beginning a perfect beach day. The Surfrider dudes organized informal surf contests throughout the day, starting with the kids and ending with the Masters (aka the Surfrider dudes). There was music, Maria manning the grill, cold beer and soda and the guys from maintenance found the old volleyball net. Rafa posted photos of all the surfing and beach activities yesterday. After spending the day in the sun, it was decided it was absolutely necessary for me to represent WRSC and attend the Waterman's Ball last night. I know what you all are thinking and it is true: I have an extremely difficult job. Anyway, I got all dressed up, bid on some items at the silent auction (didn't win anything), had a few drinks (maybe more than a few) and celebrated the reasons I came to Tamarindo (the awesome surf) and the reasons I stayed in Tamarindo (the awesome people). And that brings me to sitting here in the office recovering, listening to Camera Obscura (the band not the Nico album). It turns out that spending the day out in the sun can result in sunburn and sometimes too much party... well, you know. But hey, International Surfing Day only happens once a year. P. S. Happy Father's Day --- > Join us as we are thrilled to congratulate Luis Castro on his recent victory at the Los Tombos Classic event. - Published: 2010-06-16 - Modified: 2025-04-17 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/felicidades-luis/ - Categories: Blog, Employees The crew at Witch's Rock Surf camp is thrilled to congratulate Luis Castro on his recent win at La Copa Monster "Los Tombos Classic. " Yana, our GM asked who he beat, the answer: "Everyone. " --- > Enjoy a vibrant evening with Bill on the Bill at Joe’s. Celebrate music with a guitarist who brings diverse cultural vibes. - Published: 2010-06-13 - Modified: 2025-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/bill-on-the-bill-at-joes/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar, Tamarindo News Guitarist, Surfer, and Renaissance Dude Bill MacPherson will be rocking the house tomorrow, Thursday July 1st, 2010 at Eat at Joe's Restaurant. Bill's music is as colorful as his life; influenced by his global travels and rich musical background. He was raised by medical missionary parents in Congo, speaks five languages, has a Master's Degree in Jazz Performance from San Diego State University, and currently calls San Jose, CR home. Come for happy hour at Sunset, then dig the sounds that Bill puts down at 7:00 PM. --- > Celebrate International Surfing Day at Witch's Rock Surf Camp with contests, food, and a Board Swap event! - Published: 2010-06-12 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/international-surfing-day/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News Hey All, Saturday, June 19th is International Surfing Day (think Easter, Passover or Ramadan for surfers) and we at Witch's Rock Surf Camp are super excited for the celebration. Daytime celebrations will go from 8 am -2 pm on the beach in front of the camp. There will be a kids surf contest (entry is free and everyone gets a prize), Sand Sculpture contest and Beach BBQ. I can't speak for the rest of Witch's Rock Surf Camp but I am most excited for the last activity on our list, the Board Swap. Bring old boards from your quiver that you want to get rid of and see what you can get in return. Maybe a new board for a great deal, maybe cash. The camp will have some old rentals in the mix and we will definitely be looking to add some new boards to the rental fleet. Other surf shops in town will be getting in on the action as well so it looks like there is going to be a great selection. Again, individuals and shops are welcome and all negotiations and exchanges are between board owners. I don't know about you, but for me this is way more fun than the traditional Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Witch's Rock Surf Camp is also going to have some ding repair specials going on to help people who pick up new boards get them surf ready. That's it for the daytime activities but here in Tamarindo, you can't forget about the night. From 7 pm - Midnight, the Waterman's Ball will be held at the Tamarindo Preserve Beach Club. There will be Live Music provided by Avelino and friends and, later, DJ Lock Ice and a silent auction featuring surfboards, hotel stays, spa visits, art and much more. Food will be provided and there will be a cash bar with a portion of proceeds going to the Surfrider Foundation. Entry into this fantastic party is $10 for Expats and $5 for Ticos. Make sure you look pretty as dress is "Tamarindo Formal. " If you are unable to make it to Tamarindo to celebrate with us, please celebrate this day at your surf break. This holiday is fun but the goal is to remind people to keep our beaches clean, so go help out the Surfrider Foundation by cleaning up your beach after an epic surf session. See you... --- > What It's All About... (a Post by Yana) - Published: 2010-06-10 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/what-its-all-about-a-post-by-yana/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp Sometimes we're so focused on all the new stuff happening at Witch's Rock Surf Camp, we forget to mention the classics... like the whole reason this place was founded in the first place; taking surfers out to Witch's and Ollie's by boat to experience stunning waves in pristine nature. While these trips may have become normal for Witch's Rock Surf Camp, there's nothing standard about the classic boat trip to Witch's, and I was stoked to be able to head out there with my old friend Dave Ferrone, his friend Claudia, Mark "Bon Jovi" From Jersey (c'mon, you know you belted it out at Karaoke! ), and Andres from WRSC. Here are a few snapshots, no epic action (sorry, see explanation below) but still they might give a taste of how bewitching a place Witch's Rock really is. https://1. bp. blogspot. com/_BK3INyPbJIM/TBEhZsg3HsI/AAAAAAAAAMY/hYtQ9PK9fWg/s320/claudiaboat_web. jpg Claudia Sorry I'm not a braver photographer. If I was, I would have strapped the big orange dry-case on my back and paddled into the beach through the waves with a bunch of expensive equipment that Rafa was silly enough to entrust to me. He must have figured I would punk out and just shoot from the boat, since he didn't seem too worried about all that gear ending up in Davy Jone's locker. If I had been willing to risk a couple of Nikons and a few body parts to play surf photographer, I could have gotten some great shots of Andres tearing it up, Claudia dropping into some hero waves, Mark scoring epic lefts that went forever, and David... who stayed out in the lineup well past the point where everyone else was completely exhausted, just to get a few more sweet rides. You give love a bad name Throughout the day, we were blessed by slightly overcast conditions and a few drops of occasional light rain--just enough to keep it glassy and limit the amount of sunscreen required. The conditions did seem to bring out the fish, and the term "teeming with life" took on a whole new meaning. The amount of sealife in the Santa Rosa National Park is just jaw-dropping, even for those used to the ocean. Flying fish, sting-rays, a five foot mahi, a sea turtle... and these were just the critters sharing the waves in the lineup. We didn't spot anything resembling the dinosaur crocs that are known to... --- > Experience the excitement of Jammin in June in Tamarindo. Enjoy surf, stunning sunsets, and a free yacht tour. - Published: 2010-05-20 - Modified: 2025-03-10 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/jammin-in-june/ - Categories: Blog, Deals, Surf Camp Wish you were here! June is a Jammin' month for surf in Tamarindo, and one of our favorites. There's a real balance to the middle of the year. South swells roll in. Sunsets are amazing. We get some welcome thundershowers, enough to make everything green and get some rainbows in paradise. Town is less busy, but not empty. This June will be extra fun, because we'll have Zori (our 48' Grand Banks Surf Yacht) in Tamarindo all month, and our June guests will all get to experience the boat for FREE! Stay at WRSC in June, and we'll be doing one SUNSET TOUR on the Zori each week. Each guest at the camp will get to go GRATIS. The trip includes an afternoon cruise out to a secret beach, with drinks, snacks, snorkeling, and a spectacular sunset. What's not to like? Snap up the remaining rooms and you'll be jammin' in June with WRSC. See you soon! --- > Experience the magic of Witch's Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Learn about Joe Walsh's journey from San Diego to Costa Rica. - Published: 2010-05-15 - Modified: 2024-11-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-camp-and-joe-walsh-get-noticed-for-its-love-for-the-san-diego-chargers-check-us-out/ - Categories: Blog, Employees, Surf Camp Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica – The Chargers are one of the NFL’s hottest properties in the United States, and now this growth in popularity extends into Central America, thanks to Joe and Holly Walsh, owners of the Witch Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. A native of San Diego and a graduate of the former University High School and the University of California, San Diego, where he competed for two years on the Tritons’ surf team, Walsh moved to Costa Rica nearly 10 years ago with a dream and $20,000 in his pocket. “I learned to surf at Torrey Pines when I was 16 and just fell in love with it,” explained Walsh. “After I graduated from college, I started interviewing for jobs just when my car broke down. I was actually at a Volkswagen dealership in Pacific Beach about to plunk down my last $20,000 on a new car to get me to and from work and I just decided my heart wasn’t into it. I kept thinking new car ... surf camp? New car ... surf camp? ” So instead of pulling into the driveway with a new Volkswagen Passat, Walsh instead rolled in with a used school bus that he purchased from the San Diego Unified School District. Weeks later, he and his father, P. K. , a Tierrasanta resident, drove the yellow school bus down to Costa Rica. What followed is the stuff that dreams are made of. When Walsh arrived in Costa Rica, he rented a loft apartment that backed up to Tamarindo Beach and began offering surf charters, using his old school bus to deliver groups of aspiring surfers to the best-known breaks throughout Costa Rica. Since then, Walsh, now 32, has turned his initial investment intoa thriving surfing business that includes the Witch Rock Surf Camp, an 18-room hotel and the Eat at Joes Restaurant & Bar that becomes the official home of Chargers football in Costa Rica every Sunday throughout the NFL season. “During football season, fans from all over come here to cheer and watch the games and it is crazy,” said Carlos Arias, a native of Costa Rica who works in Walsh’s surf shop. There is a sign in front of the establishment’s parking lot that reads “Reserved for Chargers Fans,” and the bar at Joe’s is decorated with the jerseys of Chargers greats like Junior Seau. Chargers... --- > Join us as Dan Moretti and Bill MacPherson play their music. Experience the magic of their collaboration and artistry. - Published: 2010-05-13 - Modified: 2025-02-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/world-renowned-jazz/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar, Tamarindo News World Renowned Jazz Saxophonist Dan Moretti and Guitarist Bill MacPherson will be playing live at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp – 6pm Saturday May 15th – Don’t miss your chance to catch these guys play live, while enjoying some good food and drink... see you here! --- > Experience an amazing vacation at Witch's Rock surf camp. Relax, learn, and enjoy incredible food and nightly music. - Published: 2010-05-12 - Modified: 2024-11-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/may-12th-2010-tamara-kathleen-and-dawn/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews May 12th, 2010- Hello Witch’s Rock Staff... We just wanted to send a huge THANK YOU! ! ! We just spent six days at the surf camp and had one of the best vacations ever! It was fun, relaxing and we learned so much! The food was amazing (Eddie, Dave and Eileen were so kind! ),the nightly music was great, the accommodations were excellent and the entire staff was just incredible! ! ! Our instructors (Edgar, Flash and Pedro)were very cool and extremely patient! ! ! ) Really, we just cannot thank you enough for such a wonderful place you have and for providing such an awesome experience! We are planning our trip to come back next year and just can’t wait to hit the waves again! Thank you! Our entire stay and experience were just amazing! ! See ya next year! ! ! Tamara, Kathleen and Dawn... --- > ...The instructors were AWESOME!!! - Published: 2010-05-05 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/may-5th-2010-lisa/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews May 5th, 2010- Please pass along my sincere gratitude to everyone at WRSC. The instructors were AWESOME! ! ! Edgar was great – so patient and very knowledgable. I learned so much from his lessons and his seminars were very very helpful. Putting practice and theory together made a huge difference in my surfing. Gracias Edgar! ! ! Pedro and Flash rocked as well. I learned something different from each. Accommodations were pleasant. Restaurant/lounge was great to hang out in. Friendly group at front desk, Buenos dias Alonzo and Hector. Gracias Maxi! ! ! And of course, thank you ladies, Shawna and Valerie, for putting the schedule together and all the other behind-the-scenes stuff that makes such a wonderful trip possible. Oh, I can’t forget Joe for having WRSC and P. K. for making sure I had coffee in the morning Pura vida! ! ! Lisa --- > ...an epic trip and thanks for being a part of it... - Published: 2010-04-22 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/april-22nd-2010-ian/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews April 22nd, 2010- Hello, Was just cruising the interwebs and thought about you guys, thought I’d drop you a quick note. I just finished reading the “how it all began” section on your site and realized I visited your camp only a month after you had started! ! ! Wow, at the time (November 2001), thought you guys had already been around for at least a few years... fooled me! We still have your original brochure in our photo album form the trip! Anyway, my wife and I were living in Whistler, BC at the time (24 year old snowboard bums) and just newly married, decided to travel to Costa Rica for 5 weeks of surfing and chillin (we joke that getting married was just an excuse to backpack and surf Costa Rica! ), anyway, we hadn’t done much surfing before our arrival, just a few days here and there over the last 5 summers in Tofino (located on the West Coast of Vancouver Island off of Vancouver... yes very cold, full wetsuits, hoodies, booties and gloves! ). So before we arrived we decided one of the first things we would do, was get a proper lesson to start off our Costa Rica surf tour right. As we rolled into dusty old Tamarindo, (wow, haven’t been back since but sounds like much has changed since 2001! ! ) one of the first things we saw was your rickety old surf camp/restaurant. Perfect! we thought, we’d planned on spending a week in Tamarindo, so we decided we get our accommodation sorted, get settled and come by the next day for a lesson. We were staying at a little place a five minute walk back up and across the road from you guys, so the next morning after stopping at that art gallery/breakfast place kinda across an up the street from you, we stopped in and booked our lesson. Spent the morning with one of your crew (don’t remember any names) in the small learning waves just outside your place. It was perfect, instructor was laid back but able to get the basics across to us in an easy to understand way, we were ripping little long board bottom turns (haha) by 9am! That morning set us up not only for the rest of our Costa Rica trip but for the next ten years of surfing good times. We spent that... --- > I leave you with better surfing skills and a rejuvenated spirit after an unforgettable 10-day experience at Witch’s Rock. - Published: 2010-04-01 - Modified: 2025-04-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/april-1st-2010-mark-graybill/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews April 1st, 2010- To All The Staff at Witch’s Rock: A special Thank You for a wonderful 10 days! I leave you with better surfing skills, and a rejuvenated mind, body, and soul. I hope to see you soon! Pura Vida, Mark Graybill --- > Plan your dream surf trip at Witches Rock. Immerse yourself in clean accommodations, friendly staff, and incredible waves. - Published: 2010-03-28 - Modified: 2024-11-15 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/march-28th-2010-tara-and-ben/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews March 28th, 2010- Hi there, My boyfriend Ben and I spent a week at Witches Rock back in January and we would like to let you know what a great/perfect time we had. The accommodations were clean, staff was very friendly and the food was very good. Prices were very affordable – we are defiantly planning to make another trip back next year. We would like to point out one staff member who really made a difference to us – Edgar – my boyfriend Ben had him as an instructor almost the whole week and really felt that Edgar cared about teaching him how to surf and it wasn’t “just a job” to him. I also had Edgar for a couple of lessons – he was the best teacher I thought – especially since I am a bit nervous of water – he was really good in not making me feel embarrassed or too wimpy – I really appreciated that. As well, his seminars were excellent and helped us during our water lessons. Thank you so much for a wonderful time! ! All the staff were great – each one of them brought something special to the experience – Best trip of our lives! Tara and Ben --- > ... My surfing improvement far exceeded my expectations... - Published: 2010-03-24 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/march-24th-2010-robert-spork/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews March 24th, 2010- Just got back to the cold city of Boston and wishing I was relaxing at Joe’s after a day of surfing. I had a great time with the surf school. My surfing improvement far exceeded my expectations, I owe a lot of that to Edgar in particular – he was a great teacher in all aspects. Edgar was a calm and intelligent voice in a very different environment for me and he worked hard to make sure that I improved and enjoyed myself. Thanks again, Robert Spork --- > Join the fun and experience the boat, the waves, the food, and the people on an incredible surf vacation adventure. - Published: 2010-03-16 - Modified: 2025-04-18 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/march-16th-2010-old-dudes/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews March 16th, 2010- Hi Guys and Gals, Thank you so much for this year’s surf vacation at WRSC-our 5th! The boat, the waves, the food, the people, and all of the accomodations were great AS ALWAYS. I feel like we were treated like long lost friends. Your generousity was above and beyond and means more than you can imagine. The time spent on the Zori was very special and I will never forget it. I am absolutely thrilled for your success and am equally inspired/motivated to continue to re-invest in my own business. To Joe, Holly, Valerie, Larry, Shawna, Maria, Charlie, Chi-lo, Flash-aah aaah savior of the universe) Sonia, Freedom, Eric, and everyone there that I don’t necessarily know by name but by your beautiful smiles, ehthusiam, and work ethic-THANKS! Your friend, Con Leche --- > Experience the ultimate adventure in Costa Rica. Join a surf camp and be greeted by perfect waves, friendly instructors, - Published: 2010-03-12 - Modified: 2024-11-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/march-12th-2010-craig-silver/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews March 12th, 2010- I usually dont take the time to write reviews but this place is SO GREAT I just had to. Initially I had reservations about coming to Costa Rica as a solo traveller so I figured the surf camp route was a safe bet. After landing on a Saturday night and traveling to the camp in darkness, I woke up the next morning at first light with that hesitation that comes with not knowing what to expect. That hesitation was gone in the first 5 minutes as I was greeted by fantastic peeling waves 100 yards from my front door, a group of friendly surf instructors ready to paddle out with me and the other guests, and a group of fellow campers who were as determined as I to have a great time... . and it just got better from there! Bottom line, the trip of a lifetime that I recommend to ANYONE no matter what your surfing ability and who you are travelling with. There were solo travelers like me, couples, groups of guys, groups of ladies, it just didnt matter. You can have whatever experience you want and no matter how you choose to do it, you will have the time of your life. So if you are reading this trying to decide whether to “pull the trigger” contemplate no more and book it. You will not be sorry. I write this to pay my deepest respects to Joe, Larry (for talking me into pulling the trigger! ), Shawna and all the surf instructors. You are all first rate. Most specifically to Flash, Killian and Edgar who made me feel like I had known them for years. I cant wait to have another Imperial (the local beer) with you guys. And yes, that will happen... I will be back! Until then, continue doing what you do so well Your Friend Craig Silver --- > Join us for the WRSC – CNS Surf Contest in Tamarindo. Enjoy surfing, live music, and a fantastic party this weekend! - Published: 2010-03-09 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrsc-cns-surf-contest-march-13-and-14/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News Witch’s Rock Surf Camp is hosting the annual CNS Tamarindo Surf Contest right here in our own backyard, this Saturday and Sunday March 13th and 14th. Registration is Friday evening in the Witch’s Rock Surf Shop between 5pm-7pm. WRSC will be hosting the official CNS surf contest party Saturday evening from sunset until 12AM. Costa Rica's premiere radio station 91. 1 will be DJing the party before and after the live music set by Tamarindo's own Banana Kings. For more information about the Costa Rica National Surf Circuit visit the official CNS website. As always this is going to be an awesome event so we hope to see you there! pura vidaJoe Walsh --- > ...Thanks again for a great adventure... - Published: 2010-03-09 - Modified: 2017-06-29 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/march-9th-2010-amdrew-briggs/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews March 9th, 2010- Joe & Valerie, The trip was awesome as you well know. Please keep me informed of trips to the south (Pavones/Osa Peninsula/Panama) in the fall or late summer. I know expressed my interest during the trip but wanted to follow up once you got back to office. The crew – Charlie and Alonzo were great. I was very comfortable with Charlie’s ability as captain. The boat – trip was just what the boat was designed for comfortable coastal cruising. A great boat with a lot of life left in her. The food – we had some fabulous meals, not withstanding the refrigerator issue. The red snapper was off the charts. The trip was a great value to me and I look forward to another adventure. I got together with Al on Friday and reviewed some pictures and video and I was blown away. Please make available pictures from Ed/Harlan/Josh if possible. Thanks again for a great adventure. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know. If you want a detailed testimonial I’ll write one. Pura Vida Andrew Briggs --- > Lose track of time and immerse yourself in paradise. Join a captivating journey filled with friendly people and unforgettable moments. - Published: 2010-03-02 - Modified: 2024-11-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/march-2nd-2010-lisa-myers/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews March 2nd, 2010- Well, I DID make it to the airport on the RIGHT day (Andres- “Why din’ you ASK me wha’ day i’ was. . I woulda TOL’ you! ” ) lol! You know you’ve truly lost yourself in paradise when you completely lose track of the days! What a gift. . to be so relaxed and comfortable in a new environment. There are many beautiful places in the world, but it’s the people who make it memorable, and WRSC has that in spades. Andres & Hector, always with huge smiles and friendly greetings, Rafa, SUCH a teaser. . love that guy! Larry (“how’re the bruises. . need more ice? ”) always showing friendly concern, Vincent and the awesome Joe’s staff (and possibly the greatest sushi ever! ), the drivers who got us around safely (no small feat lol) especially Leo who drove me back to Liberia. Through limited English/Spanish and lots of charades, we had a great conversation! He, like all the ‘Ticos’ I met, was the sweetest man. Thanks also to Shawna and Valerie for helping make my stay so perfect. And then there were the instructors. Each so different and talented, all so helpful and genuine. Like shepherds of the ocean, always watching out for the safety of the flock. And boy did we listen! One whistle and we were paddling like dogs to their masters! Killian, Carlos, Rigo. . always positive and stoked. Their love for the ocean just oozes out of them. A special thanks to my personal ‘shepherd’, Flash. So patient with all my fear, (“venga, chica! woooo! a nice lil baby wave jus’ for YOU! . . don’ be scared, de’ ocean is your FRIEN”! ) he was able to pinpoint exactly what I was (or wasn’t) doing and helped me more than he’ll ever know. I trusted him with my life (at least, it FELT like it! ). Thanks also to Edgar for the amazing seminars, they really helped to fill in the blanks for me and explained so much. My only regret is not being able to have my lesson with him (damn tsunamis! ). Maybe for the best... I think I would’ve been a little distracted in the ocean (muy hermoso! lol! ). Maybe next time... but I can’t wait to get in the water here at home and try out my newfound skills. I came further in... --- > Experience the thrill of surfing at Witch’s Rock Surf Camp; you are alive you are living in a vibrant and inviting environment. - Published: 2010-02-28 - Modified: 2025-04-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/february-28th-2010/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews February 28th, 2010 It is always difficult to share an experience, it comes across as a description and seldom carries the fun or joy that is the reality. Rest assured, Witch’s Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica is to be experienced. If you are looking for pampering this isn’t it and it shouldn’t be. You will be associating with travelers not tourists, staff that is understanding, accommodating and helpful but not because they are “trained” to be... (“My pleasure”... . you know who I am talking about) but just because they simply are and all this in an incredible environment that is warm, inviting and a great place to be, Pizza Hut notwithstanding. Be aware, you are going to surf or learn to surf and in doing so, you are placing your time in the hands of nature. What you want doesn’t necessarily count... what you are given does. If the waves aren’t great, they aren’t great. If the tides don’t accommodate your schedule... they don’t. If the winds blow the wrong way, they do and THAT is what makes this experience different. You get to forget all the crap that you think is important and you think you are in control of and you immerse yourself in the whims of nature... . and thankfully, hopefully, you learn to surf. The accommodations... you don’t need a TV. You don’t need room service. You will sleep. You may be sore. You will sleep. You can walk to the beach for the sunsets or the bonfire. You will “own” the restaurant/bar. Seriously, they make you feel like you own the place. Food is excellent and plenty of it. Beer... at Happy Hour (5-9)... $1. 25 ... get serious. The staff likes doing what they do so much that when they are done for the day... they often come back for the fun. Jesse Bishop and the Banana Kings are NOT to be missed. Let go for the week... it may just be the best “working” vacation you will ever have. When it comes to surfing, let me tell you about their instructors. In a word... awesome. Rigo. . focused on basics and dances on the waves, Flash... always in the moment. He made me just want to be better, he is Pure Vida... Carlos... . plays. . he plays on the waves... wait until you see him, he is joy... --- > Explore our unforgettable journey surfing and enjoying the voted experience on the island. Adventure awaits in Nicaragua. - Published: 2010-02-27 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/voted-on-the-island/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp We are just back from an amazing 8 day tour on our surf yacht Zori to the southern Nicaragua surf zone. Joe and I were super excited about this trip not only for the surfing but because of the extensive work we'd been putting into Zori over the past 6 weeks. We added two wind turbine generators to supplement (and eventually replace) the diesel generator, a refrigerator/freezer and a TV/DVD, remodeled our staterooms, put in new windows all the way around the salon and installed a grand shade canopy over the back deck. It can be a bit nerve-wracking when we're getting ready for a trip put together of guests who don't all know each other. This trip included two Navy guys from Virginia, a research scientist from New Jersey, and two professional fishermen from the San Francisco Bay Area. Add the personalities of our guide Joe, our Captain Charlie and crew Alonzo... . and me, the lone woman. All concerns about personalities and habits (and my worries about being on board with all that testosterone) disappeared as we quickly settled into our new home for the week. As Project Manager for Zori I was only supposed to go for the first two days to make sure the boat was dialed in. Our group gelled so well though that the guys voted me "on the island" for the whole trip. Hard duty, eh? You have got to come stay on this boat and surf with us. Zori lives large! ! ! We had the best food, a bottomless supply of beverages, super comfortable sleeping quarters, fresh water showers for everybody every day, plenty of deck space to spread out, and of course the pleasure of just cruising on the boat, looking for waves - with the complete luxury of knowing we could stop the boat and surf every time we wanted to. Captain Charlie and Crew Alonzo took great care of us. Charlie is a stellar captain and fisherman and almost as good a cook, so there was no shortage of spectacular food to fuel our surfing energy. Alonzo attended to all the small details so our guests could stay comfortable and ready to surf. I just kind of wandered around the boat with a permanent smile on my face. Oh, okay - I cooked a couple of meals, made a few rum and cokes, fetched a few beers...... --- > We will definitely recommend Witch’s Rock for an unforgettable surf camp experience filled with learning and fun. - Published: 2010-02-20 - Modified: 2025-04-16 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/february-20th-2010-emily-hannon-and-chris-polage/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews February 20th, 2010- Hi Shawna, I just wanted to thank you again for all your help and great time while we were at Surf Camp last week. You really went above and beyond to help us have an enjoyable time, from answering all my crazy questions before we even arrived, to helping with the AC in our room and even moving us to a different room when the AC could not be fixed immediately. We learned a ton about surfing and Costa Rican culture and politics from our instructor, Edgar, who we were really lucky to be paired with. Edgar was patient and fun, and a great teacher. He really explained surfing well, and was focused on us during the entire lesson time. I know there must be a lot of temptation for the instructors to chat with each other and other locals while we are in the water during lessons, but Edgar was always paying attention to trying to help us learn. He was very diligent. Also, his seminars were great to help solidify what we were learning in the water. He is a great asset to your team. We will definitely recommend Witch’s Rock to our friends and family (actually, we already have). Thanks again, Emily Hannon and Chris Polage --- > Experience another amazing trip and express gratitude to the staff. From bartenders to drivers, enjoy the best service. Thank you, Pete! - Published: 2010-02-14 - Modified: 2024-11-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/february-14th-2010-pete/ - Categories: Witch's Rock Surf Camp Reviews February 14th, 2010- hi shawna... ... . . just thought i’d write to say thank you to you and all the staff... ... . . from the bartenders to waiters, the maids to the drivers and surfers, i had another great trip! thanks again, pete --- > Exciting updates: Witch's Rock Surf Shop will re-open March 12-14! Discover new products and enjoy live music and contest fun. - Published: 2010-02-11 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-shop-update/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Shop Blog Hola everyone, Witch's Rock Surf Shop is planning our official re-opening of the surf shop in 4 weeks, during the March 12th-14th CNS surf contest at the surf camp. Between now and then, we will be constructing the new surf shop signs and receiving most of our new products. What to look for in the new shop starting in March: Surfboards: Firewire, Channel Islands, Hynson, Stewart, Carton Clothing: Volcom, Rusty, Rip Curl, Dragon, WRONG, Ocean Minded Gear: Dakine, FCS, Headhunter, and more Here are some pics of the new shop. We still have the bus parked out in front, but next month it moves and the shop "officially" opens. We hope you can join us March 13 and 14 for the CNS contest, live music, food and drink provided by Eat @ Joe's. Pura Vida- joeW --- > WRSC is looking for an outboard motor- - Published: 2010-02-04 - Modified: 2010-02-04 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrsc-is-looking-for-an-outboard-motor/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp Witch's Rock Surf Camp is currently looking for an outboard motor for one of our pangas. - 40-50 hp range - 4-stroke, - solid working condition We can purchase the motor or do a trade of some kind. Please let us know! pura vida WRSC 011 506 2653 0239   --- > Join us for the Hope for Haiti: Beach Blanket Benefit Concert. Enjoy great music while supporting Haitian relief efforts. - Published: 2010-01-26 - Modified: 2025-02-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/hope-for-haiti-beach-blanket-benefit-concert/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News Hope for Haiti: Beach Blanket Benefit ConcertWednesday, January 27, 2010 at WRSCHey Everybody! Like the rest of the world, we've been counting our blessings lately. Watching the devastation in Haiti sure does make us take stock of how lucky we are to live in paradise and play in the waves for a living! We were stoked when our musician friends proposed a benefit concert for Haitian Relief here at WRSC. Heck Yes! We won't have Beyonce or Steven Spielberg like the televised events I've seen all week, but we will have cool tunes by Lyle Watson, Banana Kings, and many others... and give our drop in the bucket to an overwhelming challenge. Tell your friends, and bring the kids. Let's raise a meaningful amount for Haiti! Check out the flyer:--Pura VidaJoe Walsh --- > Arggghh!... you coming to the Surf Expo?? - Published: 2010-01-13 - Modified: 2010-01-13 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/arggghh-you-coming-to-the-surf-expo/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp, Surf Shop Blog When: January 14-16, 2010 Where: the Surf Expo, booth #552, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando Florida Why: the WRSC crew will be on hand to tell everyone about our hotel, restaurant and new surf shop. Ask questions about the surf school, the surf tours, and our new surf yacht. Let us help you set up your next vacation to Tamarindo, Costa Rica! Free admission to the Surf Expo for all WRSC newsletter subscribers! Email us ASAP (include your phone number) and we'll take care of getting you a full pass free of charge. Check us out at BOOTH #552 - (it looks like this): Yana and Larry, getting ready to tag some cars in the parking lot. Joe Walsh and Tom Carroll. Who will be this year's mystery guest? Marc B playing a set at the WRSC booth. See you at the show!   --- > Celebrate the triumph of Luis Castro in the Caribbean Surf Contest. WRSC and Costa Rica proudly congratulate him on his 1st place win. - Published: 2010-01-07 - Modified: 2024-11-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrsc-intermediate-surf-school-tour-of-nicoya-peninsula-jan-23-30-only-two-spots-left/ - Categories: Blog Congratulations/Felicidades to our very own Luis Castro who took 1st place in the Caribbean Surf Contest this past week! WRSC and the rest of Costa Rica is very proud of you Caremelo. Photos By Rafael Sandoval WRSC --- > Congratulations Luis Castro WRSC Surf Team - Published: 2010-01-01 - Modified: 2010-01-01 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/congratulations-luis-castro-wrsc-surf-team/ - Categories: Blog, Employees Congratulations/Felicidades to our very own Luis Castro who took 1st place in the Caribbean Surf Contest this past week! WRSC and the rest of Costa Rica is very proud of you Caremelo. Photos By Rafael Sandoval WRSC   --- > New Year's Eve Beach Party at WRSC! - Published: 2009-12-30 - Modified: 2009-12-30 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/new-years-eve-beach-party-at-wrsc/ - Categories: Blog, Restaurant & Bar Beach Blanket BBQ! You won't have a better time this year! What: Witch's Rock Surf Camp's Beach Blanket BBQ When: December 31st, from sunset 'till 2010 Where: On the beach at Witch's Rock Surf Camp Cost: $40/person All Inclusive - Booze, Food, Fun! Includes: Open Bar: Rum Punch, Sangria, Cold Beer Tasty Grilled Critters: Chicken, Fish, Sausages! Limbo Contest ~ How low can you go? Live Music Bonfire Wristband-access with limited numbers! Sign up now at the WRSC surf shop!   --- > WRSC Christmas Party (two days ago, still hung over) - Published: 2009-12-23 - Modified: 2009-12-23 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/wrsc-christmas-party-two-days-ago-still-hung-over/ - Categories: Blog, Employees, Restaurant & Bar 2 days after the WRSC Staff holiday party and everyone is still talking about it. The mechanical bull. The endless bottles of rum. Salsa dancing, fresh mahi mahi, good friends and good times. Fortunately not too many bull riding injuries either... Thank you Hazel, Holly, Catalina, and everyone else who helped make this year's Christmas party a success!   --- > Explore the opportunity of owning an ocean view lot at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. Who wants to be our neighbor? - Published: 2009-12-05 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/who-wants-to-be-our-neighbor/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News Hola Everyone! Witch's Rock Surf Camp is selling an ocean view lot on the hill directly above the surf camp. This lot is only about 3 minutes walking distance from the beach yet high enough to boast some amazing views. It has 4,811 square feet and is for sale at $150,000. Check out the INSANE ocean view. Size: 447 sq meters (4,811 square feet) GPS coordinates: 10. 302527,-85. 835216 Price: $150,000 Details: the lot already has water and electricity. There is a new private driveway and building terrace ready for the new owner. If you are interested, our sister company Zephyr Eco will work with you to help build a sustainable home. So you've been thinking about moving to Tamarindo because you love it here, you love surfing, and you just can't get enough. Maybe you're thinking about investing in a piece of land and building a vacation home or retiring down here down the road... This might be what you've been waiting to hear. Here's the plot plan, complete with up-to-date stamps from the muni: Please let anyone know who might be interested in this property. I've been looking online all week at the properties for sale in Tamarindo, there is nothing with a view remotely similar to this one and/or that is this cheap. In other words, this is a really good price for a really good nice. Call the surf camp if you have any questions: 1-888-318-7873 - 011-506-2653-1262 --- > Witch's Rock T-shirts now available! Contact us to order your favorite designs today and embrace the surf culture. - Published: 2009-11-08 - Modified: 2025-02-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-t-shirts-now-available-almost/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Shop Blog Hi everyone, Here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp we are just now pulling out of the low season and straight into a really busy November. Our new surf shop will be open in the next couple of weeks and we're all ready for our first inventory shipments to arrive. In 7-10 days we will have 5 of our original t-shirt designs available to buy in our surf shop. Below are the final art proofs. If you are in the US or Canada and want us to mail you shirts, call us at 1-888-318-SURF or email us at reservations@witchsrocksurfcamp. com. Shirts are $20 each. PURA VIDA - joe --- > Stay informed about the Witch's Rock Surf Shop construction plans as we create a better experience for all surfers. - Published: 2009-10-05 - Modified: 2025-02-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-shop-construction-plans/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Shop Blog As you probably know, WRSC is currently expanding our surf shop. We're currently doing the ceiling, tile, and glass work. Next we're wiring the lighting, the speakers, flat screens, and internet cafe. Then some slat wall, some clothing displays, some counters and glass displays. Finally the new 2009/2010 inventory of WRSC t-shirts and rashguards, new surfboards for our demo rental center, Da Kine, Rusty, Electric, W. R. O. N. G. . We are SO STOKED to finally be moving into a space that will allow us to schedule our boat trips, surf lessons, and guided tours more effectively. Finally we'll have everything you need for your surf trip, food-to-go for those early mornings or late nights. More info to come soon. We figured we'd give you the updated plans, in case you were walking through the surf camp and were confused ;-) click to enlarge --- > New York City Represent, Represent - Published: 2009-10-01 - Modified: 2023-07-11 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/new-york-city-represent-represent/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp The WRSC crew will descend on the Big Apple October 10th and 11th for The Adventures in Travel Expo at the Javits Center in Manhattan. Come check out our booth, chill at the Tiki Bar and look at the photo collage of the great breaks we have to play on (from right out front of our beachfront hotel in Tamarindo, to the famous spots like Witch's and Ollie's... not to mention all the secret spots). If you haven't visited us in awhile--we'd love to show you all of the new tours and surf school programs we have to offer, as well as the exciting changes to the camp like the new surf shop we're building. We're stoked on our expanding fleet of boats, including three surf pangas and our new 48' Grand Banks Surf Yacht. We'll have some killer show specials; like 1 week on the yacht for four people at just $1000/person all inclusive (boards, food, beer, fishing, guides, snorkeling--the whole enchilada). Actually, thats the rate we charge most every week for the 2009/2010 season, so you don't have to go to the show to get it. And yes, you read that right! $1000/person = 4 guests on the Surf Yacht for 1 week including everything but your plane ride to Liberia (LIR) Costa Rica is a lot closer than Indo, so come enjoy some amazing tropical breaks in uncrowded spots (many times, we're the only ones in the water) with 5 hour flights direct from JFK or Newark. We just scored flights in the $350 round-trip range for our trip to the city--so there are sweet deals to be found. No matter where you're from in the world, call us for help--we help find cheap flights every day! And you don't need to be a sponsored pro to take a surf yacht trip! We have lots of advanced beginners and intermediates looking to get to the next level--many who learned to surf at WRSC and want to keep progressing. Gather a few friends together, and we can hook you up with the ideal guided instruction package on the yacht, at the surf camp, or a combination of both. We can't wait to spend a few days in New York City, so if you're going to be in NYC and want to visit us at the show, email us and we'll hook you up with a pass. Mark... --- > Discover what happened on Bus Tour 2009 Part 2 with Elizabeth. Explore the highlights from Dominical and meet new friends. - Published: 2009-08-31 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/bus-tour-2009-part-2/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp Hey all, Elizabeth again. Flash, Rafa, Ulices and I got back from the bus tour on Friday. Even though we had fun, we are all happy to be back in Tamarindo. When I last wrote, we were about to head of to Pavones from Dominical. I thought it might be a good idea to let you all know what happened in Dominical and how the rest of the trip went. The second week of the trip started out great with the addition of 5 new guests. Kevin, Andrew, Kim, Tracy and Brian We then made our way to Dominical. It was a fun, short drive from Quepos. Palm hearts on the way to the factory. Dominical Dominical wave That night we all had fun getting to know each other but the next day we got down to business at nearby Dominicalito. Kim at Dominicalito Krista at Dominicalito The Crew (minus Rafa and Ulices) From Dominical we drove the long drive to Pavones! Lots of cows on the way to Pavones Paso Canoas = Panama and Costa Rica boarder = Free Trade Zone = Cheep Booze! I have never been to Panama but now I have seen it. This sign made us all very happy Most of us on the bus during a pee break Pavones! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! While we were in Pavones several things became evident: 1. The waves there are AWESOME Pavones Wave 2. The locals can surf 3. The local kids can surf I am still convinced that there was a local kid conspiracy to take all the waves. Part of the Kid Gang Pavones Kid / Gangsta I know I loved Pavones and I am pretty sure that the guests did too, but eventually we had to leave. Bye bye Pavones We left Pavones just as the waves died and did the insane and drove to Avellanas in one day. We got there late at night and woke up early to a beautiful day with beautiful waves. After all the places we had surfed, Avellanas was a piece of cake and all the guests looked great. Tania Tracy Giovanna Hey! It's me Kevin Brian Kim Krista Flash Nancy Keith While in Avellanas, we got someone else to take a group photo so Rafa finally made it in. Flash, Brian, Me, Keith, Nancy, Giovanna, Krista, Rafa, Kim, Tracy, Tania, Stu,... --- > Join us for the latest 2009 WRSC Bus Tour Update as we journey through amazing surf spots and encounter local wildlife. - Published: 2009-08-23 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/2009-wrsc-bus-tour-update/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp Hey All, Elizabeth here writing from the road. Rafa, Flash Ulices and I have found our way to Dominical on the WRSC School Bus. Our journey started when we crashed in Joe´s Avellanas beach house were Chef Miguel cooked some amazing food and the first time surfers caught their first waves. After 2 nights, we woke up early and surfed at La Finca. Krista at La Finca Tania at La Finca After surfing we drive south to Ostional where we saw Turtles laying eggs. It was kind of cool but really gross. We then made our way to Nosara where the guests and I got a little beat up and all us gringos learned why Turtle eggs are such popular eats. Nosara Waves Keith at Nosara From Nosara we drove to Manuel Antonio. On the way we stopped at this bridge were you can see ton of huge crocs. I shed a tear for Steve Irwin and was glad we don´t have ones as big or plentiful in Tamarindo. Giant Crocs that can kill you (Near Jaco) In Manuel Antonio, we saw even more crazy wild life and the most beautiful beaches. At the national park we saw sloths and several types of monkeys. We also surfed! Sloth Howler Monkey Another Monkey (should have paid better attention to the guide) Bobby Ron It was in Manuel Antonio where we said goodbye to Ron and Bobby. They were definatly entertaining and we were sad to see them go. Ulices, Nancy, Giovanna, Tania, Me, Bobby, Ron, Krista, Stu and Donna, Flash and Keith Yesterday we greeted 5 new guests and drove to Dominical. Tomorrow we head to Pavones. And with that I will leave you with sunset at Manuel Antonio. --- > Find out how young can they start surf lessons. Discover tips and experiences from a parent teaching their child to surf. - Published: 2009-07-28 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/how-young-can-they-start/ - Categories: Blog, How To (Do Everything) Surf, Surf Camp Interested clients always ask me how early their kids can start doing surf lessons and I always use my 5 year old son as an example. Lucas is 5 years old and has been riding the white wash and medium waves for the last 2 years. He is getting super good and really confident. If it were not up to my "mommy" fear instincts holding him back, he would probably be out in the line up already. His new trick is to stand on the board and ride it while bending over and putting his head on the board, pretty talented! Soon he will be giving me pointers on surfing just like he does with my spanish. Super stoked for the day that we both get to spend our Sundays off surfing away in Costa Rica paradise. Check us out for lessons specializing in all ages here at Witch's Rock Surf Camp. --- > Special thanks to Rafa Sandoval - Published: 2009-07-20 - Modified: 2009-07-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/special-thanks-to-rafa-sandoval/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp A big PURA VIDA to WRSC Senior Photographer Rafa Sandoval. Rafa has been with Witch's Rock Surf Camp for almost five years. In this time he has learned to be an excellent photographer, a solid surf guide, and an asset to our Guest Relations department. Witch's Rock Surf Camp is very lucky to have Rafa on our team. Here's an email we just received this morning from a recent guest: "Hola, please pass this message to Rafael. Rafa, I must say the pics you took totally rocked. I really didn't appreciate them until I got home. You are so my hero and made me look so good. All my bros are like "no way! " Thanks again for hooking me up, you are definitely another good reason to stay at WRSC. Tell Joe I said that! Pura vida and all the best, Bernardo" --- > Discover why my new longboard is called The best Mai Tai in the world. Join the excitement of unwrapping new surfboards! - Published: 2009-06-12 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/the-best-mai-tai-in-the-world/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp Hello world! I'm Valerie, Joe's assistant. After reading this post's title, you might be thinking "Mmmm, I like Mai Tais" Or... "I bet this post is about the bar at Witch's Rock Surf Camp". But no... today I am writing about my new 8'6" Stewart pintail "Mai Tai" longboard from Boardworks. I swear it's the sweeeeetest board in the world! It was like Christmas around here last week when Larry got back from San Diego with three new longboards in tow. Joe and I were like kids on Christmas morning unwrapping our brand new presents. The restaurant and bar patrons seemed to enjoy watching us unpack and admire our new toys as well. So fun! But not as fun as being out on the water this afternoon - surfing great waves with great people on a great board... I'm super stoked! Joe got two amazing new Stewart longboards, both 9'0", beautifully shaped and manufactured and ready to be enjoyed as part of our growing quiver of great boards. We're working hard to diversify our board offerings for our tour guests and we're excited to be adding some of the Boardworks line. We're sure you're going to love them as much as we do! Sorry, my Mai Tai doesn't join the WRSC quiver though - she's right at home with me :) Hey - about this for an idea? You tell us what kind of board you want to ride on your next trip to Witch's Rock Surf Camp, and if we don't have it we'll buy it, have it shipped to you, then you can bring it down and be the FIRST to ride it! --- > New Witch's Rock Surf Camp Commercial - Published: 2009-06-08 - Modified: 2025-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/new-witchs-rock-surf-camp-commercial/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp https://youtu. be/1NBRSnPGmNAOne of the best parts of owning our own company is not having any rules, and not having to report to anyone. We get to go down new paths and explore things constantly with art, music, and video/film. We are always trying to find a way to combine those things with what we do at the surf camp, it keeps things fun. Here’s a new commercial for the surf camp that our friend Tony Dusko made. I particularly like Honey Lumps. I think this commercial is super groovy and makes me smile every time I watch it :-) I would like to run it on TV here and there, just to see what happens. If you want to pass it on, the commercial’s url is:thanks, pura vida! JoeW --- > Witch's Rock Surf Camp - a family vacation destination - Published: 2009-06-06 - Modified: 2025-02-21 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-camp-a-family-vacation-destination/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Camp https://youtu. be/Zov3xMTP_fs --- > Get the inside scoop on Eat at Joe's Update. A year of transformations filled with ups and downs awaits you. - Published: 2009-05-28 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/eat-joes-update/ - Categories: Blog It´s been a year since I got totally in charge of Eat @ Joe´s; no need to say it´s been a journey full of rewarding and frustrating experiences that really have turned my world up side down... . yeah, that´s kind of cheesy but what could you expect from me... Anyways... I´m certainly not a huge fan of self exposure using media people, but after making a lot of thinking on what to put out here, got to admit this is such a great tool to challenge yourself to do new/fun staff... I mean, the better you think run/handle/manage anything, the more confident you become and there´s nothing wrong with being confident, the problem is that suddenly you are stuck in a daily routine, dealing with the same people everyday and feeling pretty good in your well built comfort zone... like there´s nothing else to prove, forgetting about all those resources you have been given that can be used to spice things up and add that extra x factor we'll all need to stand out and survive in this unstoppable competitive world. - So, What´s going on here? ? - As you should know, Pura Vida Health Organic Produce Market and Eat @ Joe´s have partnered up, so every Saturday you can order our organic specials prepared with products such us brown rice, free-range eggs, chemical-free beans and spinach, goat cheese, tomatoes, avocados... so check us out and try the difference! Eat @ Joe's is no longer packing food to go with foam polystyrene (a. k. a styrofoam), we are using palm fiber containers instead; these are just as useful as the old ones and you can sleep at peace with the idea that they are not going to stay in the ground for at least 100 years waiting for Mother Nature to do something with them. - Bar / Restaurant Gift Cards: We now have gift cards available for you to surprise your friends, just let us know how much you are willing to give away and we will customize it for you. There´s no way for you to fail with a present like this. - New local advertising: Just got a very cool design for our new flyers. It really summarizes what the restaurant is about in an attractive way. Well, this is it for now. I´m sure we will have more news in the following days,... --- > Exciting changes are happening with the Witch’s Rock Surf Shop Expansion Project. Discover our new Surfboard Demo Center! - Published: 2009-05-21 - Modified: 2025-02-20 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/witchs-rock-surf-shop-expansion-project/ - Categories: Blog, Surf Shop Blog We are in the process of turning our current surf shop, reception area, and rental surfboard storage area into one single surf shop. This is such an exciting project, we're stoked! Part of launching the new shop will be our Surfboard Demo Center. This will allow you, the traveling surfer, the opportunity to reserve your surfboard online as far in the future as you would like. Instead of paying $200 (or more) to bring your board and risk damaging it, pay only $100 and have a new rental waiting for you. its gonna be dope! If you are a company wanting to place your product in the new shop, give us a jingle. If you have any ideas on how we can make the shop even cooler, let us know. We'll be cutting the ribbon at some point in July I think... --- > Join us today at WRSC for the Pura Vida Health organic market. Discover fresh produce and organic specials from 9 to 2 PM. - Published: 2009-05-16 - Modified: 2025-02-28 - URL: https://witchsrocksurfcamp.com/pura-vida-health-organic-market-today-at-wrsc/ - Categories: Blog, Tamarindo News Hey everyone! Come check it out, PVH is now setting up the weekly (Saturday) organic produce and "green-living" co-op in the entrance to WRSC. Eat@Joe's is also preparing organic specials as well! ! Come see us today 9-2pm. Thanks, Holly and Andrea puravidahealth@gmail. com --- ---