Learn to surf with confidence & style
It’s easy to find a surf instructor who will do nothing more than push you onto waves, but if you want someone who will teach you the art of surfing so that you can experience real progress, and increase your confidence in the water, that’s where I come in.
Through my lessons we’ll work together to help you learn to confidently surf a variety of styles, conditions and locations so that you can maximize your experience in the water!
Surf Lessons
Come join me for private and group surf lessons in beautiful Costa Rica! My lessons are designed for all levels and styles, with a special focus on longboarders looking to develop a smooth, flowy, and effortless approach to surfing.
Whether you're catching your first wave, or refining your style, each session is tailored to your needs with personalized guidance and supportive coaching.
After more than 12 years of experience surf coaching I pride myself on being able to help students improve their confidence and technique in every lesson. With a strong emphasis on safety and having fun, my goal is to help you walk away from the water with improved surf skills and amazing new memories.
Surf Lesson Fees & Packages
All surf lessons include 90 minutes in the water, land training, surf equipment and the option to add-on drone videos and video analysis. Pricing in colones.
Private Lesson
72,000 per person, per lesson
If you would like to book 5+ private lessons contact me for discounted prices
Group Lesson
60,000 per person, per lesson
54,000 per person for 5 lesson package
Add-Ons
Drone Videos: 35,000 per session
Video Analysis: included with drone booking
What My Students Say
“Working with Tavo completely transformed my surfing. I normally short board but was interested in learning how to ride midlengths and long boards and after a few lessons with him I was confidently using both. It also helped improve my style on my short board because I had better body control and more awareness on the wave.”
— DENIKA S.
“Hands down THE BEST surf instructor in Santa Teresa. The classroom lessons on the beach before hitting the water were invaluable in giving me the proper tools to handle the waves once we were in the ocean. Patient and ridiculously skilled learning to surf with Tavo is a must while in Costa Rica.”
— ANTHONY S.
“A true surf master with style and passion. Gives clear instructions and helpful tips & tricks. If you want to make quick progress - he’s the right person!”
— DEBORA K.
“The best surf instructor in Santa Teresa! I improved so much in just a few lessons and now I’m way more confident in catching my own waves. Thanks for the help bro!”
— EDWARD C.
“Tavo is an exceptional surf instructor. He is patient, encouraging and makes his students feel safe and confident in the water. Most importantly, he has a true passion for surfing and the ability to share his techniques. He helped initiate my surf journey/obsession and I couldn’t be more grateful.”
— GABI M.
“If you want to longboard in Costa Rica this is the man to learn with! The best hands down!”
— CHELSEA C.