Sharpen speed, control and wave selection with Selina Surf Club’s two-hour intermediate and advanced coaching in Tamarindo. Sessions include on-water instruction, video correction, equipment and transport between breaks.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
A low, pulsing swell pushes across the bay; the ocean tests your timing and dares you to move faster. At Selina Surf Club in Tamarindo, instructors watch the line of surfers the way a conductor watches an orchestra — anticipating peaks, correcting rhythm, and filming runs for frame-by-frame feedback.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Should have solid paddling endurance, the ability to catch and stand on intermediate-to-advanced waves, and good swimming skills.
Wildlife
History
Tamarindo evolved from a small fishing village into a surf and ecotourism hub over recent decades, anchored by improved road access and a steady swell profile.
Conservation
Use reef-safe sunscreen and avoid standing on coral; local operators work with beach cleanups and encourage low-impact practices to protect nesting turtles and coastal reefs.
Reserve your spot on the Selina Surf Coaching for Intermediate and Advanced Surfers today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Check the tide window
Mid to high tides often produce the best peel in Tamarindo; ask instructors which tide works for your level before booking.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Strong equatorial sun and long exposure make broad-spectrum, reef-safe sunscreen essential to avoid burns and protect marine life.
Mind the rocky sections
Some breaks and channels have shallow reef or rocks—wear thin booties if you’re uncomfortable or confirm water depth with your coach.
Review your clips thoroughly
Video correction is included—use it to identify one or two concrete technical changes to practice between sessions.
Surfboard (provided)
Selina supplies boards appropriate to skill level, but bringing a familiar board can speed progression.
Rashguard or thin wetskin
Protects from sun and chafing during long sessions in warm water.
summer
Reef booties
Useful if you plan to surf rocky entry points or shallow reef breaks.
Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 30+
Protects skin under strong tropical sun while minimizing harm to marine ecosystems.
summer