Surfing at Santa Teresa, Santa Teresa, Costa Rica
Santa Teresa, Costa Rica·Beach break

Surf Lessons in Santa Teresa

Santa Teresa is a great place to learn how to surf. The waves here are best for intermediate surfers with some experience, making it ideal for your first time or to improve your skills.

Today's Conditions

Full forecast
Waves

Waist to chest-high

13s period

Wind

5 kph

NNE

Water Temp

29°C

Warm — boardshorts OK

Surf Rating

10.0/10

Great day to surf

13 instructors in Santa Teresa

All instructors are verified and know Santa Teresa inside out. Pick the one that fits your level and schedule.

About surfing in Santa Teresa

Santa Teresa is a beach break located in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica. The waves here offer a good mix of challenge and fun, perfect if you've already caught a few green waves and want to keep progressing.

Santa Teresa is one of Costa Rica's most iconic surf destinations, offering consistent waves year-round. This beach break features long, mellow waves perfect for beginners on the inside, while more experienced surfers can find hollow sections further out. The vibe is laid-back and the sunsets are unforgettable.

What to bring

The water is warm here — boardshorts or a rashguard are usually enough. Most instructors provide the board and everything you need.

Plan your surf session

Here's what you should know about surfing at Santa Teresa — conditions, timing, and practical stuff.

The waves

Santa Teresa is a beach break. You'll find waves with enough shape to practice turns and get longer rides. Not too mellow, not too heavy.

Best conditions

  • Tide: low, mid
  • Wind: Northeast, East
  • Swell: South, Southwest
See today's forecast

When to go

Santa Teresa has surfable waves most of the year. Check the forecast to pick the best day for your visit. Right now the water is warm at 29°C.

Local instructors

13 instructors available here. Prices start from $35 per person. All verified and familiar with Santa Teresa's currents, tides, and best spots for each level.

Ready to try Santa Teresa?

Whether you're a complete beginner or want to improve your technique, a local instructor makes all the difference.

Looking for surf lessons in Santa Teresa, Santa Teresa, Costa Rica? Surfer Worldwide helps you find local instructors who know this spot inside out. Santa Teresa is a popular surf destination with consistent waves and a welcoming surf community. Check live conditions, compare instructors, and discover what to do in the area.

¿Buscas clases de surf en Santa Teresa, Santa Teresa, Costa Rica? En Surfer Worldwide puedes encontrar instructores locales certificados que conocen este spot mejor que nadie. Santa Teresa es un destino popular para surfear con olas consistentes y una comunidad de surfistas acogedora. Consulta las condiciones en vivo, compara instructores y descubre qué hacer en la zona.