Private or group surf lessons, surf clinics, and body surfing lessons to awaken your inner surfer while learning about the environment, engaging with the community, and having lots of fun!
Surfing Lessons
Learn to Surf at Uvita, Osa, Costa Rica
Group Surf Lessons
$74 per person (13% VAT Included)
Catch your first wave, overcome your fears, and share the stoke with new friends.
If you want to experience the magic of surfing in a fun, highly social, and incredibly supportive and safe environment, this is where you start. We are masters of the introduction. We pride ourselves on creating a judgment-free zone where absolute beginners can feel completely safe. You'll learn the fundamentals of ocean awareness, paddling, and the pop-up, hitting the water with a small, closely guided group.
Who This Is For:
Solo travelers, couples, and budget-conscious beginners who want a high-quality introduction to surfing while meeting fellow travelers and who only have a few hours to dedicate to surfing during their vacation.
What’s Included:
- 2 hours of structured group instruction.
- Small Group Guarantee: A highly safe 5:1 maximum student-to-instructor ratio (though we average 3:1).
- Premium Gear: High-quality surfboards and Bodhi Surf + Yoga rashguards.
- All Access: Marino Ballena National Park entrance fees
Price per person:
$74 per person (13% VAT Included)
Schedule:
Lessons are daily from 7:30–9:30 AM, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM, and 3:30–5:30 PM.
What to Bring:
Sunscreen, water, a towel, and your "Pura Vida" spirit.
2-Day Surf Clinic
$199 per person (13% VAT Included)
Go beyond the basics and experience real surf progression within a supportive, small-group community.
A single surf lesson is a great introduction, but two days gives you the foundation to truly begin your surfing journey. Our 2-Day Surf Clinic is designed for those who want to build real foundational skills and take their surfing to the next level. True to our "Small is Beautiful" philosophy, you'll join an intimate group to learn surf theory, build water confidence, and cheer each other on. Over two days, our expert Bodhi instructors will help you transition from the basics of popping up to confidently reading and surfing the waves.
Who This Is For:
Solo travelers, couples, and friends looking for a structured, multi-day learning progression within a fun, low-pressure community setting. If you want to challenge yourself and meet great people along the way, this is your clinic.
What’s Included:
- 6 hours of structured coaching (three 2-hour blocks over two days).
- Small Group Guarantee: A highly safe 5:1 maximum student-to-instructor ratio (though we average 3:1) ensures you get highly personalized feedback while sharing the stoke with others.
- Premium Gear: High-quality surfboards and Bodhi Surf + Yoga rashguards.
- All Access: Marino Ballena National Park entrance fees
Price per person:
$199 per person (13% VAT Included)
Schedule:
Lessons are daily from 7:30–10:30 AM and 2:30–5:30 PM.
What to Bring:
Sunscreen, water, a towel, and your "Pura Vida" spirit.
Premium 1:1 Private Surf Coaching
$135 per person (13% VAT Included)
Personalize instruction for rapid progression.
Sometimes you need undivided attention to break through a plateau or conquer a specific ocean fear. Our 1:1 Private Surf Coaching pairs you directly with one of our elite Lead Instructors. Every minute of this 2-hour session is dedicated entirely to your body mechanics, your wave reading, and your personal goals.
Who This Is For:
Individuals who demand exclusive attention, have specific physical limitations requiring 1-on-1 care, or want to fast-track their progression without sharing their instructor's focus.
What’s Included:
- 2 hours of elite 1:1 coaching.
- Premium Gear: High-quality surfboards and Bodhi Surf + Yoga rashguards.
- All Access: Marino Ballena National Park entrance fees
Price per person:
$135 per person
Schedule:
Lessons are daily from 7:30–9:30 AM, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM, and 3:30–5:30 PM.
What to Bring:
Sunscreen, water, a towel, and your "Pura Vida" spirit.
Logistics, Time Slots & What to Expect
Because we surf on a natural beach break inside a protected National Park, our lesson times rotate daily. This isn't an inconvenience; it is a strict safety protocol. We time every single lesson to align with the safest, most optimal tide, ensuring you always learn in forgiving, waist-to-chest-deep water.
Daily Schedule (Tide Dependent)
- Group or Private Surf Lessons: 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
- 2-Day Surf Clinic: 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Arrival & Meeting Point
- Where: The Bodhi Surf + Yoga Lodge.
- When: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled start time.
- The Flow: We use this brief window to check you in, fit you for your Bodhi rash guard, select your surfboard, and drive five minutes to the National Park entrance.
What to Bring
- Reef-safe sunscreen, a reusable water bottle, a towel, and your "Pura Vida" spirit.
What We Provide (No Hidden Fees)
- Premium, beginner-friendly soft-top or intermediate/advanced surfboards.
- Protective Bodhi Surf + Yoga rash guards.
- Marino Ballena National Park entrance fees.
- Secure storage for your valuables at our lodge during your surf lesson.
Why Surf With Bodhi?
Purpose-Driven Surfing (The B Corp and 1% Difference)
When you surf with us, your impact ripples far beyond the lineup. As a proud Certified B Corp and 1% for the Planet business member, your booking isn't just a vacation—it's an investment in the ocean. Every lesson directly supports our local Marino Ballena National Park, local coral reef restoration and empowers the Uvita community. You leave with new skills, and Costa Rica stays beautiful.
Personalized Coaching & Unwavering Safety
You’re in the hands of true professionals. Our coaching team is made of professionals, medically trained, famously patient and fully supported by dedicated on-beach lifeguards. We build a secure, low-pressure environment where you can completely let go of your anxiety, trust your instructors, and focus entirely on the joy of the ocean.
Mindful Surfing (More Than Just Standing Up)
We don’t just push you onto a piece of foam and hope for the best. Surfing with Bodhi is an exercise in mindfulness. We teach ocean literacy, connection, and how to read the water's natural rhythm. You won't just learn the physical mechanics of riding a wave; you'll learn how to breathe, tune into your body, and experience a profound, unplugged connection with nature.
Our Classroom
Marino Ballena National Park. Forget the intimidating, hyper-competitive, and crowded surf breaks. Our home break is a protected, warm-water national park patrolled by dedicated park rangers who ensure the environment remains pristine and secure. It is uncrowded, sand-covered, and globally recognized as one of the most beautiful and forgiving beginner-friendly beaches in all of Costa Rica.
What Guests Have To Say
From Ripples to Waves of Change
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