Manuel Antonio · Costa Rica
Surf Lessons
Expert-led surf lessons from local instructors who know these breaks inside and out — whether it's your first wave or you're dialing in your bottom turn.
- 2 hours of one-on-one coaching
- Surfboard and rash guard included
- Fresh seasonal fruit & drinking water
- Shower after your lesson
- Safety briefing & beach instruction
- Personalized coaching throughout
Your Journey To The Water
04 Simple Steps
Meet on the sand
We brief you on safety, ocean awareness, and how to read the waves.
Pop-up practice
Dial in technique on land before paddling out.
Catch your wave
Your instructor stays at your side, calling waves and pushing you in.
Ride & repeat
Every wave is a lesson. We adjust on the fly until you're cruising.
Every Lesson
What To
Expect
Every session starts with a quick safety brief and pop-up practice on the sand. From there we head out for the first round of waves, take a break for fresh fruit and water, then jump back in for a second round to dial in what you learned. We wrap with free surf time so you can put it all together on your own.
Boards, rash guards, and local know-how are all included — just show up ready to surf.
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Testimonials
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.
The Wall Of Gnar
Moments From The Lineup
Ready To Paddle Out?
Book your lesson online. Your instructor will reach out with the best time based on the tide.
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