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Costa Rica Surf & SUP

250 m North of Bar La Lora Amarilla, between Cuesta Arriba and Inspiration Art Gallery, Santa Teresa 84070, Costa Rica
506-2640-0328
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Ranked #1 of 10 attractions in Santa Teresa
5.0 of 5 stars 44 Reviews
Type: Surf Camps, Sports Camps/ Clinics
Owner description: We offer surf lessons, stand up paddle boarding tours, and multi-day clinics in the Santa Teresa area. Our highly-trained staff ensures safety and...... more » Owner description: We offer surf lessons, stand up paddle boarding tours, and multi-day clinics in the Santa Teresa area. Our highly-trained staff ensures safety and excitement as you discover the wonders of Costa Rica. Benny, owner & instructor, specializes in women-specific coaching for all levels. Ideal for individuals, friends, and families. Our scenic pueblo of started out as a remote fishing village. It is known for its long beaches, warm Pacific ocean, friendly locals, and relaxed atmosphere. We have been here since 2001. We are proud of our surfing roots and wish to share our passion and the pure vida spirit. « less
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Thousand Oaks, California
1 review
“surfing and jungle cruise with Bennie”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

I had the great fortune to visit an old high school friend in Santa Teresa. I wanted to take a surfing lesson, but was a little apprehensive as I am a 52 yr old female. Bennie is a fantastic teacher, very patient, and knowledgable, and I was actually able to stand on almost every wave!!!I I also had 2 stand... More

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California
2 reviews
“SURF!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012

Perfectly shaped waves and warm waters. Ideal for surfers of all abilities. More

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cosmicbenny, Owner at Costa Rica Surf & SUP, responded to this review
May 25, 2012

I love warm water too! I feel for those poor people who have to wear wetsuits.... here in Costa Rica, we just throw on bikinis or board shorts and head out to the sunshine. Waves are great today. Wish you were here. More

Lake Mary, Florida
1 review
“Costa Rica Surf & SUP = Total Awes0meness”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

If you want awesome company, surf and SUP and Yoga (maybe even some FLO-Yo) in beautiful Costa Rica then you need to stay with Benny and Al in there Surf Camp. Total Pura Vida Cant wait to get back for New Years. Costa Rica Surf & SUP always has a place in my heart! Even if you don't stay with... More

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cosmicbenny, Owner at Costa Rica Surf & SUP, responded to this review
May 25, 2012

Amiga, we miss having you here. You got the whole package.... renting our upstairs bedroom, eating incredible food, surfing, and paddle boarding. Sweeeet! Glad you got a few siestas in the hammock. Thank you for introducing me to Flo-Yo! I never imagined I would enjoy yoga on a paddle board so much. Maybe it was the chill vibe of the... More

Boulder, Colorado, United States
1 review
“Really, really Great!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Benny and Al, Costa Rica Surf & SUP, came highly recommended from a friend. After spending twelve days in their surfing care I could not be happier with the level of service and Pura Vida that they shared. From the first e-mail, to the sad dropping off the rental boards they were awesome. Benny was super patient and understanding in... More

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Park City, Utah
1 review
“Highlight of our Costa Rica Vacation.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

When planning our week-long trip to Costa Rica, surfing lessons were at the top of our list of priorities. Costa Rica Surf and SUP far exceeded our already high expectations. Benny is an outstanding teacher and took us from being "never evers" to catching waves in no time at all. She did it in the most friendly and down to... More

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cosmicbenny, Owner at Costa Rica Surf & SUP, responded to this review
May 25, 2012

Thanks for the awesome review. You make me feel like a million bucks with your nice complements. I do really put my heart into teaching. There's something about witnessing a student take their first wave alllllll the way to the sand! It's so much fun to share the stoke. You guys were "never evers", but you caught waves right away!... More

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Awsome!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

I contacted Benny via e-mail ahead of time and she was wonderful about setting up surf lessons with us. Al and Benny were nice and let us leave our stuff at their house while we surfed. Kelsey was our instructor and she was awesome. This was our first time surfing and she walked us through everything step by step on... More

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cosmicbenny, Owner at Costa Rica Surf & SUP, responded to this review
May 25, 2012

We had a great time with you too! I told Kelsey that you loved her teaching style in your surf lesson. She's very patient and has lots of great tips. Glad you felt safe & stoked. It worked out perfectly that I was able to come to the beach to take pictures. We staged a "party wave" and got video... More

Edmonton, Canada
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Costa Rica Surf and SUP, amazing!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012
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I recently traveled to Costa Rica alone to learn how to surf and luckily found the amazing Benny and her surf school online. I sent an email to her before my trip to inquire about pricing and availability. Her response was friendly and genuine. It felt like talking to a close friend and she instantly helped remove any doubts I... More

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cosmicbenny, Owner at Costa Rica Surf & SUP, responded to this review
May 25, 2012

I am glad I could help put you at ease about traveling solo. I remember when I wandered thru eight countries, just me & my trusty backpack. When I connected with someone and they helped me along my way, I was so thankful. So now, it's time for me to pass it on to travelers who come thru Santa Teresa!... More

stockholm
1 review
“Pura Vida with Benny, Al and Kelsey”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

We contacted Benny for surf lessons, and also asked if she could give us any advice on where to stay in Santa Teresa. We explained our situation, Anders being an advanced surfer and me, totally green with great respect for the ocean and its power, and how important it was that her first surf experience would be fun, unpretentious and... More

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Germantown, MD
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“So much fun!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012

My husband and I had a fantastic time taking surf lessons with Costa Rica Surf and SUP. Neither of us had ever surfed before, but we both love the ocean and were eager to try it. We took lessons with Kelsey, who was awesome! She was very enthusiastic and made sure we understood all of the basics and safety rules... More

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Chicago, Illinois
1 review
“...the best way to learn.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012

If you want to learn to surf, this is the way to do it. Benni and crew were great in getting our girls trip on boards and surfing. Very professional, but also very fun. Would recommend Costa Rica Surf & SUP to anyone. More

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cosmicbenny, Owner at Costa Rica Surf & SUP, responded to this review
May 25, 2012

Thanks for the quick review! We're glad you three girls took surf lessons with us. You were a blast, always smiling and encouraging your surf sistas. You were smart to get your first (of many) surf lessons on your first day, because you got addicted to surf stoke! Your last day photos turned out awesome! Take care & keep surfing,... More

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