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Women's Surf Lessons in Costa Rica

Women's surf lessons in Jaco, Costa Rica with female surf instructors. Solo travellers, friends and girls' trips — private $140 or group $75 per person.

Looking for surf lessons for women in Costa Rica? Every lesson we run in Jacó is taught by a female surf instructor. This page is about planning a women's surf experience: solo trips, girls' getaways, celebrations and mother–daughter lessons.

Who Books Women's Surf Lessons With Us

  • Solo female travellers who want a relaxed, supportive first lesson
  • Groups of friends on a girls' trip or bachelorette weekend
  • Mothers and daughters learning together (tell us ages when booking)
  • Women returning to surfing who want to rebuild confidence

Choosing a Format

  • Group lesson — $75 per person. Great for friends who want to learn together.
  • Private lesson — $140 per person. One-on-one coaching if you want to progress fast or feel nervous.

Is It Women-Only?

Our instructors are women. Group lessons are arranged by booking, so if your group is all women, the lesson is too. Tell us if you'd like a women-only group and we'll do our best to arrange it.

What's Included

  • Instruction from a female surf coach
  • Surf equipment for the session
  • Snacks, water, soda and beer after surfing (adults)
  • Transportation available — useful if you're staying in Los Sueños, Herradura or Playa Hermosa
  • Optional surfing photos

Before You Go

Read What to Wear Surfing in Costa Rica and Surf Safety. Want to know about the instructors themselves? See Female Surf Instructors in Costa Rica.

Book a women's surf lesson through the booking form or WhatsApp 1-305-719-5707. A 20% deposit reserves your spot.

Group Surf Lesson — $75 per person · Private Surf Lesson — $140 per person

Female instructors · Snacks & drinks included · 20% deposit to reserve

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