Born From the Ocean. Built on Pura Vida.
Meet the passionate surf instructor behind Dr. Surf — Tamarindo’s most personal surf experience.
Surfing Is More Than a Sport. It's a Way of Life.
Welcome to Dr. Surf — where the ocean is your classroom and every wave is a new beginning. Based in Tamarindo, Costa Rica’s surf capital, we offer world-class surf lessons, unforgettable surf trips, and authentic local experiences for every level and every age.
Whether you’re standing on a board for the first time or chasing bigger swells across Central America, our ISA-certified team is here to guide you safely, confidently, and with the pure spirit of pura vida.
Our Mission
To create a better world through surfing — by connecting people with the ocean, with nature, and with each other. Every lesson, every trip, every wave we share is part of that mission.
Trained, Certified, and Locally Rooted
- ISA Level 2 Surf Instructor — certified to international standards
- Water Rescue Certified — your safety in the ocean is our first priority
- Licensed Pharmacist — a medical background that informs how we care for students
- Tri-lingual — Spanish, English and French
- True Tamarindo local — we know these waves better than anyone
What We Stand For
Respect
For the ocean, for the environment, and for every student who shows up ready to learn.
Responsibility
We take your safety seriously. Every session is led by certified instructors with real rescue training.
Unity
The ocean connects us. We believe surfing builds community and breaks barriers between people.
Passion
We don't just teach surfing. We live it — and that energy is contagious in the water.
Come Surf With Us
We’d love to meet you in the water. Whether it’s your first wave or your hundredth, there’s a place for you here.