Best Surf Lessons in Tamarindo – MouseHead Surf School with Mao
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Tamarindo, Costa Rica
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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What's Included
- Certified Guide with English, French and Spanish
- Rashguard
- LockerAble to safely store away your items.
- SnacksFruit or Coconut water after lesson
- Surfboards
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Pico Bistro TamarindoTamarindo Main Road Guanacaste Santa Cruz, Provincia de Guanacaste, Tamarindo, 50309, Costa Rica
We can find you in the parking lot of Pico Bistro in front of the beach. We can meet at Pico Bistro’s parking area, right in front of the beach.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
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Tamarindo Beach
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 55 reviews
Selenalen_S, Jul 2026
Had the best solo experience with Mao on my birthday! As a first timer Mao made me feel confident, comfortable, and excited to keep trying no matter how much I fall. He was extremely friendly/funny and knew exactly when the right wave was coming. He makes sure you feel comfortable with the size of the wave before you try to stand up. I've never done this before and I was able to stand on the board + ride multiple waves because of the confidence he instilled in my lesson!
This session with Mao made my entire birthday and I'm glad I got to cross off one of my number one bucket lists activities with someone so awesome! Mao also had some fresh coconut water ready for me after our lesson which was the icing on the cake.
THANK YOU MAO YOU'RE THE BEST!!! If you want an amazing surfing experience, look no further Mao is that guy!!
Brady_B, Mar 2026
Mao from Mousehead Surf School in Tamarindo is the best. I spent three days with him and he gave very in depth tips taking me from raw beginner with white water to intermediate level riding greens. Learning how to read the waves before they come. He was very hospitable and very patient. Very personable and very detail oriented. He carried to my specific needs and helped me progress!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words! 🙏
It was awesome spending those three days with you and seeing your progression from white water to riding green waves, that’s what it’s all about! I’m really glad the tips and focus on reading the waves helped you level up.
I always try to adapt to each surfer and give that extra attention to detail, so it means a lot to hear that made a difference for you.
Keep surfing and hope to see you back in Tamarindo soon 🌊🤙
— Mao
Mariam_D, Mar 2026
We had the best time with Mao and Leo this morning! My husband and 18-year-old son and I had a private lesson and it was absolutely fantastic. They were kind, supportive, informative, helpful and we all were able to get up and enjoyed our lesson. Would absolutely go again with Mao. It was nice that it was just us and not a big group of strangers. Lots of hands-on help. Thanks, Mao and Leo! Pura Vida! Mariam, Scott and Quinlan
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much guys! 🙌
It was such a pleasure surfing with you guys. We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the private lesson and felt supported the whole time, that’s exactly the experience we aim to create. Stoked that all of you got up and had fun out there!
We love keeping it personal, so it means a lot that you appreciated that.
Hope to see you back in the water with us again soon 🌊🤙
Pura Vida!
— Mao & Leo
Stephanie_L, Mar 2026
Mao was amazing! We brought our four kids to learn to surf for the very first time and everyone including adults were successful by the end! Mao was extremely patient and fun at the same time. Highly recommend! Thanks again Mao!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words! 🙌
It was such a pleasure having your whole family out there with me. I’m really happy to hear that everyone, kids and adults, had success and enjoyed their first time surfing 🤙 That’s always the goal.
You all brought such great energy to the lesson, which makes it even more fun for me too.
Hope to see you back in Tamarindo for another session soon. Pura vida! 🌊🏄♂️
Sharon_B, Mar 2025
Caleb and his team were excellent. Communication was easy and frequent and he took care to plan the timing of our lesson based on the tides so that we’d have the best experience. After a brief on shore lesson we were able to grit the water. Caleb and another coach from his team were with us the full time helping us line up with the waves and providing individual tips. Everyone was able to stand up and surf at least a few waves on their own! We all enjoyed it and can’t wait to surf again. I highly recommend this booking!
Stewart_D, Feb 2025
Great experience. Caleb was communicative and helpful, Mao so good in the water. I would recommend them.
Katrine_P, Feb 2026
We made individual lessons my spouse and I, each in turn. Mao is an amazing coach who puts confidence and ensures our success. We enjoyed it very much, we definitely recommend.
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Response from Host, Feb 2026
Merci beaucoup pour ce magnifique commentaire 🙏
Ça a été un vrai plaisir de vous donner des leçons individuelles et de vous voir progresser chacun à votre tour. La confiance dans l’eau est essentielle, et je suis super content d’avoir pu vous accompagner et célébrer vos réussites 🌊
Merci pour votre recommandation — vous êtes toujours les bienvenus chez MouseHead Surf School à Tamarindo !
À très bientôt pour d’autres vagues 🤙
Mao
Maxime_P, Jan 2026
Mao is really relaxed and attentive. We were a family of 4 (2 boys 5 and 10 years old). He was very good at ensuring our safety, especially that of children. We had a very good course and we surfed several waves. Wow what a great experience!! Mao is the best!! So kind and attentive:))
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Response from Host, Jan 2026
Merci beaucoup pour ce magnifique commentaire 🙏
Ce fut un vrai plaisir de surfer avec votre belle famille! Je suis très heureux que vous vous soyez sentis en sécurité, surtout les enfants — c’est toujours ma priorité.
Voir tout le monde prendre des vagues et s’amuser ensemble, c’est exactement pour ça que j’aime enseigner le surf 🌊
Thank you again for trusting me and MouseHead Surf School. Hope to see you all back in the water very soon! Pura vida 🤙
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