Tamarindo Surf Academy

Learned to surf in Tamarindo, Costa Rica last week. It was challenging despite growing up beaching along the Atlantic Ocean. I still had some fears of the Pacific and the grandeur of the water. I'm glad I did it and was able to graduate to some medium waves in playa Avellanas. A separate trip, well worth the add on. Big thank you to my coach Rigo at Tamarindo Surf Academy for being an awesome professional instructor, patient, understanding, and most of all being there when he said he would to navigate me through any concers and the bigger waves. I would not have been able to enjoy and celebrate successful surfing without Rigo's guidance.

It’s at this surf school that I found the most wonderful surf instructor, Rigo. He clearly went out of his way many times to support me, especially when I struggled with my board or the waves. He always made me feel encouraged and never uncomfortable, no matter the challenge. Rigo is not only a truly lovely person, but also someone who genuinely loves his job and surfing. He’s incredibly good at sharing that passion and helping others improve. Thanks to him, I’ve reached a new level in my surfing journey. I recommend him and this school 100% !