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"A fun, hollow beach break in front of a thriving tourist town, Playa Santa Teresa has become a popular destination for everyone from surf schoolers to traveling pros. The beach break has consistently good shape, and is a bit hollower at low tide.

Source: Playa Santa Teresa Surf Guide"

Playa Santa Teresa

Hey there! I’m Valentina "Sunset Rider" Lopez, a dedicated surfer and coach hailing from the pristine beaches of Costa Rica. Ever since I caught my first wave as a child, I knew surfing would become my passion and way of life. The thrill of riding the waves and the peace that comes from being in the ocean fuels my spirit every day.With over seven years of surfing experience and a background in coaching, I love empowering others to find their flow in the water. I strive to create a positive and encouraging environment where every student can grow, learn, and fully enjoy the beauty of surfing.

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Valentina

In this lesson, we'll work on the basics of popping up on your board and paddling to catch a wave. We'll learn how to maneuver a board and safety tips so you feel comfortable with your board in the water. I'll also teach you about surf conditions and equipment so you understand all the basics of surfing.

Group lessons for children

First-time friendly

Video/photo analysis

Group stretch session

Environmental info

Local tips

Etiquette lesson

Advanced tricks

Pet friendly

Surf lingo lesson

Advanced tips

Surf skill analysis

Skill improvement

Intermediate manoeuvres

Proper paddle out

Paddle out properly

Read waves

Playful

Discovery

Play and learn

Fun & entertainment

Surf basics

Safety guidelines

Advanced manoeuvres

Perfect your style

Discover your style

How to analyse surf conditions & venue

Surfboard anatomy

Control of the equipment in shallow & deeper water

How to lay on the board & paddling technique

Pop up technique & surf posture

Protocols of safety & Lifeguard signs

Warmup / Physical activation

Practice on the beach

Practice inside the water

Conditions & venue analysis

Techniques on how to paddle out effectively

Behaviour in the resting area (behind the line up)

Cardio practice in the resting are

Exit scenarios with and without control

Safety protocols & how to keep control in sketchy situations

Lifeguard signing

Lifeguard signing (non-verbal communication)

Gameplan on catching the wave

Pop up & turning technique analysis

Cardio practice in the resting area

Exit scenarios with & without control

Controlled and uncontrolled exit scenarios

Wave hunting (how to properly approach the wave)

Choosing the right equipment

Wave selection (set waves / inside waves)

Transition manoeuvres (floaters / Botton turn / top turn)

Body biomechanics (proper usage of your upper body)

Personal achievements (based on personal goals)

Explore different surf spots

Feedback through video analysis

something new

Pick your right board with the coach

Control the surfboard in shallow water

Surf vocabulary

Learn the pop up

Balance & positioning on the board

Turtle roll & duck diving

Tides & surf conditions

Personal goals & achievements

Barrels

Surf with locals

Local knowledge & insights

Surf culture

Find the perfect board fit

Understanding surf conditions

Rules in the line up

Identifying peaks

Priority rules

Generating speed

Proper wave selection

Surf fundamentals

Riding foam waves

Paddling technique

Weight distribution

Turns (rail to rail game)

Safety guidelines & lifeguard signals

Control your equipment in the white water

How to reach the line up

Moving within the line up

How to exit the line up

Polish your surf posture

Priority games

Wave usage

Footwork & positioning on the board

Basics of safety

Knowledge & awareness enhancement

Control of Equipment

Breathing techniques

Conservation info

Payment deadline parameter for bookings in days

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Surf board(s) 

Rash guard 

Transportation 

Sunscreen 

Towel 

Water 

Photos 

Food 

Wax 

Bathing suit

Eat a light meal before

Drink lots of water 

Do some yoga/stretches 

Get plenty of sleep the night before

Wear tight-fitting sports clothes/swimsuit

Bring a dry set of clothes

Do not bring valuables

30 mins

1 hr

1,5 hrs

2 hrs

5 minutes

10 minutes

15 minutes

Drink water

Don't drink the night before

No heavy drinking the night before

Photos (can be added extra)

Photos and videos can be added extra

Transportation (depends on surf break & experience level)

Transportation (depends on surf break & surf level)

Stay hydrated

Video & Photo Analysis (can be added extra)

Transportation (can be added extra)

Use extra sunscreen

Be well rested

Video analysis (can be added extra)

Please inform me about any physical/health conditions

Surf board (can be added at an extra cost)

Rash guard (bring your own if you have)

Stretch before

Don't eat a heavy meal before

Surf board (bring your own if you want)

Bring a water bottle

Surf board(s)

Rash guard

Transportation

Sunscreen

Towel

Water

Photos

Snacks

Fruit

Coconut water

1 Drone Session

2 Drone Sessions

Video analysis

Lifejacket

First aid kit

Coconuts

Bananas

Video analysis (can be added for an extra cost)

Photos (can be added for an extra cost)

Leash

Video or photo analysis

Kefir / Kombucha (can be added extra)

Natural Face Sunscreen 

Group lessons for children

Lesson Options

$100

$65

$75

$65