About Us
Located on the Golden Coast of Costa Rica, Guanacaste.
At white sanded Playa Avellanas just a short drive from Playa Tamarindo and only a walking distance from the JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort at Hacienda Pinilla and just next door from well known Lola’s Restaurant.
We are a surf school that was born from our passion for this unique sport and life style.
We are blessed on being born on this paradise and we will love to teach anybody that will like to feel what riding a wave is…
Our experience teaching it will assure you will have an unforgettable time in one of the most beautiful beach in the north pacific coast, Guanacaste.
We offer you different types of surf lessons options and surfcamp packages to choose from.
Whether you are looking for private lessons, group lessons, coachings, or even surf trips to any of our 15 breaks in the Guanacaste area. Friendly, relaible, bilingual and expirienced staff!
We have a staff of surf instructors highly trained in wave etiquette, board positioning, and wave knowledge who will encourage and assist you through your surfing adventure.
Our teaching to surf method has been tested by many persons now allowing them to surf anywhere they go.
Our lessons includes a land portion to learn about waves and test your balance and the rest of the time in the water
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To complete a perfect vacation in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, your best option for adventure and family fun is to take some surfing lessons, and what better place than Playa Avellanas, just a few minutes from Playa Tamarindo and 1km from the JW Marriott Resort Hotel, you and your family. family or group of friends can be part of the ocean riding waves and enjoying this adventure and adrenaline sport, guided by our expert SWL (Surf With Locals) instructors.
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Our proven method to teach surfing is an easy and efficient approach to teaching people the mechanics of riding a wave in an incredible surf spot like Playa Avellanas in Guanacaste.
Our lessons includes a 20 minute explanation on the sand to understand about wave behavior, some muscle stretching, test your balance and 1 1/2 hours in the water with our instructors catching awesome waves!
Costa Rica is known as one of the best surf destinies in the world due to the consistent waves seasons, temperature of water amd amazing beaches.
The wind was so strong that we had to put the camera tripod back into its pack just after setting it up. Flying the drone was also out of scope due to the wind. Then, did our early morning expedition to Playa Avellanas go in vain? Not really. Sometimes disconnecting from tech equipment can help you connect better with nature. So we held hands and walked on the beach, feeling the soft sunlight on our skin and the strong wind brushing our hair.
Playa Avellanas is a favorite beach among the locals, but it is still hidden from the common tourist radar of Costa Rica. Located less than an hour’s drive away from the popular Tamarindo town, Avellanas in rural Guanacaste presents an oasis of tranquility.
There are plenty of ways you can enjoy this beach in northern Guanacaste, depending on your interests. Here are some of our top recommended things to do in Playa Avellanas.
Students will be taught water safety techniques and ocean environmental education training with our dedicated, relaible and knowledgeable staff. We provide a range of surf lessons
SWL Surf School local instructors will give you the special attention necessary in a private surf lesson. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals which guide you through the tough process of learning how to surf. No matter your skill level, you will learn the basics of board handling, positioning, paddling and riding a real wave not white waters.
Daily or weekly. Send us your request or check us at the beach.
We have all kind of boards ready for you!
Tired of sharing a lineup with hundreds of other surfers? If you want to surf with the locals and earn some Tico respect—then may we suggest planning a trip to Costa Rica’s legendary, Playa Avellanas.
Surf board and Boogie board rentals.
Like many other places in Costa Rica, one or two local guys offer to keep a watch on your car in exchange for a tip. They usually work during the day, so you will not get this service in the early morning or late evening hours. It is your choice how much you want to tip, but most visitors usually pay a few hundred colones.