Surf School

Tico Surf School

Manuel Antonio, Central Pacific · $$

Verified against live sources on July 3, 2026

Surf school founded by native Quepos surfer Ronald, offering beginner through advanced group and private lessons on the gentle waves of Playa Espadilla, plus surfboard and beach chair rentals. Lessons run about 90 minutes for group sessions or 1 hour for private lessons, with on-land training before entering the water. The school books through its own website and is listed on Google, Facebook, Instagram, and TripAdvisor.

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