Manuel Antonio
Surf School
Board rentals and surf lessons led by locals who grew up on these waves. Drop in. Paddle out. Pura vida.
What We Do
Ways To Ride
Whether you've never stood on a board or you're chasing the next swell, we have what you need.
01 / Lessons
Surf Lessons
Private and group lessons with certified local instructors. From your first pop-up to dialing in your turns.
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02 / Rentals
Board Rentals
Daily and weekly rentals — soft-tops, longboards, shortboards and fish. Quality boards, fair prices.
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03 / Buy / Sell
Buy / Sell
Buy a quality used board from our crew, or sell yours to the next surfer. Fair deals, no hassle.
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What Surfers Say
These testimonials come directly from our Google My Business reviews. See what our past students have shared about their experience with us.
"Loved our surf lessons at Da Hui! Sebastian and Kobe were patient, positive, and encouraging. I always felt safe in the water, and they were quick to celebrate when I caught my first rides. Highly recommend — even if you're new and a little nervous. Pura Vida!"
— Erica C.
"We had an amazing experience at Da Hui surf school. My son had a blast learning with Luke. Highly recommended!"
— Heath H.
"Amazing setting, amazing location, great surf lesson, and amazingly kind instructors — shoutout to Karla! Yummy fruits right after. My son loved it. Kudos to Karla, Alvaro and Alex, it was great!"
— Dany K.
"Da Hui was great. Staff were amazing, good mentors, and patient with us beginners. Fantastic waves, ended with pineapple and fresh coconut, and they even had a shower. Well worth the trek down the beach."
— Todd B.
"The best experience in Costa Rica ever. The best trainers, the best vibe, the best coconuts. These guys are just THE BEST. I recommend it soooo much."
— Lena C.
"These guys are the absolute best. Alex's group took us in and made us feel so at home that we scrapped our plans and came back for two more days. Great instruction, new friends, and an unforgettable experience."
— Numan M.
"What a place. We were hiking along the beach and ended up staying for two days. Beautiful spot, the team is always helpful, full of advice and super friendly. Thanks for everything — hasta la proxima! Pura vida."
— Baptiste G.
"The best spot in Manuel Antonio — beautiful beach, amazing surf instructors, and a real, genuine Costa Rica pura vida vibe. I felt like family here. Thank you, Alex!"
— Biljana S.
"Loved our surf lessons at Da Hui! Sebastian and Kobe were patient, positive, and encouraging. I always felt safe in the water, and they were quick to celebrate when I caught my first rides. Highly recommend — even if you're new and a little nervous. Pura Vida!"
— Erica C.
"We had an amazing experience at Da Hui surf school. My son had a blast learning with Luke. Highly recommended!"
— Heath H.
"Amazing setting, amazing location, great surf lesson, and amazingly kind instructors — shoutout to Karla! Yummy fruits right after. My son loved it. Kudos to Karla, Alvaro and Alex, it was great!"
— Dany K.
"Da Hui was great. Staff were amazing, good mentors, and patient with us beginners. Fantastic waves, ended with pineapple and fresh coconut, and they even had a shower. Well worth the trek down the beach."
— Todd B.
"The best experience in Costa Rica ever. The best trainers, the best vibe, the best coconuts. These guys are just THE BEST. I recommend it soooo much."
— Lena C.
"These guys are the absolute best. Alex's group took us in and made us feel so at home that we scrapped our plans and came back for two more days. Great instruction, new friends, and an unforgettable experience."
— Numan M.
"What a place. We were hiking along the beach and ended up staying for two days. Beautiful spot, the team is always helpful, full of advice and super friendly. Thanks for everything — hasta la proxima! Pura vida."
— Baptiste G.
"The best spot in Manuel Antonio — beautiful beach, amazing surf instructors, and a real, genuine Costa Rica pura vida vibe. I felt like family here. Thank you, Alex!"
— Biljana S.
About
Learn from
Locals.
Da Hui Surf School was started by a tight crew of Manuel Antonio locals who grew up surfing Playa Espadilla and Playitas. We know every reef, every rip, and every swell window — and we love sharing it.
No factory tours. No giant groups. Just real instruction, real waves, and real Costa Rican hospitality.
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Location
Tucked at the south end of Playa Espadilla in Manuel Antonio, our spot sits right where the jungle meets the Pacific. A short walk down the beach takes you away from the crowds and into the cleanest, most consistent waves on this stretch of coast.
Ready to Paddle Out?
The Da Hui family looks forward to being a part of your Costa Rica experience and riding the waves with you!
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