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Spend 90 minutes on Lima’s Pacific edge learning to paddle, pop up, and ride shoulder-high waves with certified instructors in Miraflores. Ideal for first-timers and those sharpening basics, lessons include wetsuit and high-volume boards.
Spend 90 minutes on Lima’s Pacific edge learning to paddle, pop up, and ride shoulder-high waves with certified instructors in Miraflores. Ideal for first-timers and those sharpening basics, lessons include wetsuit and high-volume boards.
The Pacific pulls at the cliffs of Miraflores before dawn, a cold current smoothing the surface into glass. Instructors carry bright boards down a concrete path while the city wakes behind them — cafes flipping on lights, fishermen checking lines. You step out of the crisp air and into a lesson built to get you standing fast: a short beach briefing, guided paddling drills, and plenty of coached attempts on forgiving, shoulder-to-head waves.
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Operated by Tubos Surf School · Lima, Lima
The Pacific pulls at the cliffs of Miraflores before dawn, a cold current smoothing the surface into glass. Instructors carry bright boards down a concrete path while the city wakes behind them — cafes flipping on lights, fishermen checking lines. You step out of the crisp air and into a lesson built to get you standing fast: a short beach briefing, guided paddling drills, and plenty of coached attempts on forgiving, shoulder-to-head waves.
Lima’s coastline is shaped by the Humboldt Current and a string of uplifted cliffs and sandy pocket beaches. Surfing is part of modern coastal culture here — local clubs and friendly shapers have long used these breaks for training and competition. Lessons typically run from morning glass to afternoon windier sets; Punta Hermosa to the south hosts steeper swells for advanced riders.
This 90-minute session is geared toward beginners and those refining fundamentals. Certified instructors use high-volume HP boards and wetsuits (provided), and groups of four or more can get photo and video analysis. Expect progressive coaching: dry-land stance work, water entry and exit, paddle technique, and guided wave selection. Typical conditions in Miraflores produce manageable, rideable waves ideal for first pop-ups.
Practical tips: arrive 15 minutes early with swimwear, a towel, and light breakfast; sunscreen is essential despite the cool breeze. If you have spine, heart, or pregnancy concerns, follow medical guidance — operators restrict participation accordingly. Lessons confirm instantly and offer free cancellation 24 hours prior, making this an accessible way to experience Lima’s surf scene without heavy commitment.
easy.
1.5 hours.
Light aerobic fitness is sufficient—comfortable swimming ability and basic mobility to pop up on a board are recommended.
No — wetsuits and high-volume HP beginner boards are provided as part of the lesson.
Lessons are suitable for beginners and those refining fundamentals; basic swimming comfort is expected.
Sessions can be canceled for unsafe conditions or insufficient participants; the operator offers full refunds if canceled 24 hours before the start time.
Private lessons are available; some sessions are delivered in small groups and larger bookings (4+) qualify for photo and video analysis.
Lima’s coastal communities have fished and worked the sea for centuries; modern surf culture took root in the 20th century with local clubs shaping regional talent.
Coastal areas face pollution and crowding; choose local schools that practice shoreline clean-ups and use reef-safe products to reduce impact.
Tubos Surf School operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The Pacific pulls at the cliffs of Miraflores before dawn, a cold current smoothing the surface into glass. Instructors carry bright boards down a concrete path while the city wakes behind them — cafes flipping on lights, fishermen checking lines. You step out of the crisp air and into a lesson built to get you standing fast: a short beach briefing, guided paddling drills, and plenty of coached attempts on forgiving, shoulder-to-head waves.
The Pacific pulls at the cliffs of Miraflores before dawn, a cold current smoothing the surface into glass. Instructors carry bright boards down a concrete path while the city wakes behind them — cafes flipping on lights, fishermen checking lines. You step out of the crisp air and into a lesson built to get you standing fast: a short beach briefing, guided paddling drills, and plenty of coached attempts on forgiving, shoulder-to-head waves.
Lima’s coastline is shaped by the Humboldt Current and a string of uplifted cliffs and sandy pocket beaches. Surfing is part of modern coastal culture here — local clubs and friendly shapers have long used these breaks for training and competition. Lessons typically run from morning glass to afternoon windier sets; Punta Hermosa to the south hosts steeper swells for advanced riders.
This 90-minute session is geared toward beginners and those refining fundamentals. Certified instructors use high-volume HP boards and wetsuits (provided), and groups of four or more can get photo and video analysis. Expect progressive coaching: dry-land stance work, water entry and exit, paddle technique, and guided wave selection. Typical conditions in Miraflores produce manageable, rideable waves ideal for first pop-ups.
Practical tips: arrive 15 minutes early with swimwear, a towel, and light breakfast; sunscreen is essential despite the cool breeze. If you have spine, heart, or pregnancy concerns, follow medical guidance — operators restrict participation accordingly. Lessons confirm instantly and offer free cancellation 24 hours prior, making this an accessible way to experience Lima’s surf scene without heavy commitment.