BEGINNER
Become a professional beginner meeting the 3 stages and 5 goals to reach and understand the
basics, in order to properly ride your first amazing wave, graduate with our experienced
bilingual surf coaches after going over more than 20 white water waves.
5 goals to reach
- How to get on my board finding my sweet balance
- Press up Technique / pop up or take off
- Proper Body Posture / Theory of Center of Gravity
- Surfboard Management and Surfing Code
- Build Confidence & Create Balance (water time)
For all Future beginner surfers, this beautiful learning process takes up to 3 to 5 days in the
foam, since after the first lesson
we will be introducing,
-Paddling technique and Positioning
-Turtle Roll technique
-Head, Shoulders & Hips technique (stearing your surfboard)
INTERMIDIATE
We would love to take you to the next level, by refining your technique
and enhance your performance. Maybe you’ve been without surfing for a while or might be
having a hard time paddling and positioning, cant find the right wave selection? No worries, we
will help you to understand the sea behaviors and how to move through currents and channels,
understand the rip tides and how to move smoothly through glassy or choppy conditions and of
course how to always have fun and have a memorable surf experience.
7 goals to reach
- Paddling technique and positioning
- Turtle Roll technique or Duck Dive
- Head, Shoulders & Hips technique
- Wave Selection and Timing
- Looking down the line (Left and Right Turning)
- Sit up and Turn
- Equipment Management and Usage
For all those Intermidate surfers, we have from 5/7/10 up to 14 days surf courses (link), where we will be visiting and experiencing different beaches and point breaks over the days, taking pictures and videos that will be analized afterwards, including surf trips, surf and grills and sunset sessions till the point that you feel confortable to surf alone and able to catch your own wave.
ADVANCE
If you are one of those experienced surfers that are looking for guiding and some coaching, you
found the right spot to contiune this amazing journey! We come with an HD Camara and
experienced photographer who will follow us to every beach or point break we will be surfing,
and at the end of every Sesh we can meet up or face time to go over video and photo analysis
for 30min. The main goal is that you get to see every maneuver and move, so we can discuss it
and look for the ups and downs until we find the final result and accomplish your surfing
expectation.
Includes
- Daily photos and videos
- Video and Photo analysis
- 1 Strong Meal ( Break-fast/Lunch/Dinner ) every after session
- Town and Beach Recognition (Motorcycle tour)
The main goal of our course is that you improve with all of our sources, knowledge and experience highlighting all pros and cons to achieve our daily goals.
Are you ready to become a Pro?
At Tico Journeys Surf School, our lessons are designed to deliver a safe, professional, and truly authentic surfing experience in Costa Rica.
We offer personalized surf lessons for all skill levels, from complete beginners to surfers looking to refine their technique. Each session is led by experienced instructors who focus on proper fundamentals, ocean awareness, safety, and confidence in the water.
Our teaching approach combines structured instruction with hands-on guidance, ensuring that every student progresses at their own pace while enjoying the energy and beauty of the ocean. We work with small groups to maintain high-quality instruction and a personalized experience.
Whether you are stepping on a surfboard for the first time or aiming to improve your skills, Tico Journeys is committed to providing a premium surf lesson that goes beyond learning, it’s about connecting with the ocean and the Costa Rican lifestyle.
F.A.Q
Preguntas frecuentes
No previous experience is required. Our Beginner Level lessons are specifically designed for first-time surfers. We guide you step by step through the fundamentals, from balance and pop-up technique to surfboard control and ocean safety, ensuring a structured and confident learning process.
Every student learns at their own pace, but for most beginners the learning process takes between 3 to 5 days in the white water (foam). During this time, you will progress through our structured stages and goals, gaining confidence, balance, and the skills needed to ride your first waves safely and correctly.
Intermediate lessons focus on refining technique and improving performance. We help you improve paddling, positioning, wave selection, timing, and turning while teaching you how to read ocean conditions, currents, channels, and rip tides. The goal is to prepare you to confidently surf green waves and feel comfortable in the lineup.
Yes. For intermediate surfers, we offer 5, 7, 10, and up to 14-day surf courses. These courses include sessions at different beaches and point breaks, photo and video analysis, surf trips, sunset sessions, and personalized coaching—helping you progress until you feel confident surfing independently.
Our Advanced Level is designed for experienced surfers seeking professional guidance. It includes daily photos and HD video footage, detailed video and photo analysis sessions, guided surf sessions at beaches and point breaks, one strong meal after each session, and local town and beach recognition tours. The focus is on refining maneuvers, technique, and performance to meet your personal surfing goals