Thank goodness for Manuel who made our trip! Not only does he give surf lessons (best surfing teacher ever!), but he was also the best tour guide ever!!!! He treated and took care of us like family! Pura Vida!

Young Vision Surf School is the real deal!. Whether you are a beginner (me) or an experienced surfer, Alvaro and Manuel will see to it that you have the time of your life.........These guys are extremely conscientious, great instructors, proud of their heritage, and love what they do. I got up on my first try and did my best to... More

Look no further! Manuel not only made dreams come true for our girls only trip where one girl's bucket list got a check for surfing in Costa Rica but he was the best tour guide and took excellent care of four American women far away from home. Making our reservations with Leah before we left were easy and clear. Manuel... More

These lads are local and are born and bred on these beaches. They know the coastline like an extended family and I really felt I got the most useful and effective surf lessons Ive ever had from the instructors Alvaro and Manuel at Youth Vision. Whether your a none too fit 43 year old like me or a 8 year... More

As someone who had never surfed before, I was excited to get in the water, but a bit skeptical of my abilities. Alvaro and Manuel are wonderful instructors, who really gave me specific feedback and helped me improve each time I rode a wave. It was incredibly fun - we started on small waves and all 10 of us were... More

Hi, Apart from all the fantastic surf lesson, the progress I managed by the help of these fantastic guys, Manuel and Alvaro I would like to thank for all the unfailing support, the continuous encouragement and the tremendous patience during those 5 days. One day I was very disappointed and angry at myself. For some reason I could not stand... More

I am so grateful to all the guys who instructed me and the people I was with for a week. Such a super, down to earth group. Really got us all up and catching some action. Clear and thorough instruction. If you have any desire to learn surfing or have fun this committed group is the ticket! We were all... More

You’ve found it, Young Vision is the best. You will have both great surf lessons & a great time. The fresh fruit & coconut water at the break is perfect to keep you going. Manuel & Alvaro are truly committed to your learning and enjoyment no matter if you are a first timer, a novice, or beyond. In addition to... More

Brand-new dad Manuel is the real deal. Unpretentious and super nice, he showed us fascinating details in the natural surroundings on the pleasant walk to the special beach nook where his surf school operates. We and the kids were psyched to see the things only a curious person born and raised in the area (or a naturalist - and he... More