Learn to surf Playa Grande’s forgiving high-tide waves in a semi-private lesson tailored for beginners and families. Expect hands-on instruction, sandy walk-outs, and pro photos of your progress.
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You arrive at a broad Pacific beach where the sand falls away in a gentle slope and the surf opens in clean, rideable lines. Playa Grande’s shoreline pushes and pulls like an eager teacher — steady, deliberate, and forgiving. In a semi-private lesson you’re met by an instructor who moves from land to sea with patient, practiced commands, turning tentative paddles into confident catches.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness; able to paddle, stand repeatedly, and handle short swims
Wildlife
History
Playa Grande is adjacent to Las Baulas conservation areas created to protect leatherback turtles; the coastline reflects both volcanic origins and decades of coastal-use changes tied to fishing and surf tourism.
Conservation
Visitors are asked to use reef-safe products, avoid lights on nesting beaches at night, and follow leave-no-trace guidelines to protect nesting turtles and coastal habitat.
Reserve your spot on the Semi Private Surf Lessons on Stunning Playa Grande today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book morning sessions
Mornings usually have lighter winds and cleaner waves—aim for the earliest high-tide window available.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The school provides rash guards, but reef-safe sunscreen protects both your skin and local marine life.
Share weight and health info
Provide accurate weight and any medical notes at booking so instructors can match board size and ensure safety.
Expect sand entry
Playa Grande has a sand walk-out with minimal rocks—still check local conditions and heed your instructor’s advice.
Rash guard (or swim shirt)
Provides sun protection and reduces board rash; the operator also supplies one.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin for long exposure and reduces harm to marine ecosystems.
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Quick-dry towel and change of clothes
Useful for post-lesson comfort and to stay warm after getting out of the water.
Light waterproof camera or phone in dry bag
Capture extra moments if you want more than the complimentary photos and video.