Take Off Surf School
Take Off Surf School teaches surfing in Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica, with ISA-certified instruction, in Spanish, English, in groups of up to 3 per instructor.
Prices compiled from public sources (as of Oct 2026) — not yet confirmed by the school. Run this school? Confirm or correct →
About Take Off Surf School
Take Off Surf School is a surf school in Playa Hermosa, Santa Teresa, founded by Venezuelan surfer Jesus Zabala, who has shaped the Nicoya Peninsula's surf culture for over two decades. The school teaches a four-level progressive course system alongside private and group lessons, board rentals, guided surf trips and a well-known Kids Surf Camp that has expanded to El Salvador.
- Kids Surf Camp has run more than 50 national editions and 3 international editions
- Instructors are ISA-certified
Who teaches here
Beyond the courses
Guiding
CampsWhat’s on site
Video analysis
YogaApnea breathworkSurfskate trainingFunctional trainingIce bath recoveryShaper room tourCourses & prices
Private Surf Lesson
1.5h · Beginner · Advanced · PrivateIncluded: 1 instructor per student · soft-top surfboard · organic sunscreen · PDF surf guide bookGroup Surf Lesson
1.5h · Beginner · Advanced · GroupIncluded: 1 instructor for up to 3 students · soft-top surfboard · organic sunscreen · PDF surf guide bookYellow Fin Course (Level 1)
Progressive surf course – Level 1 · BeginnerBeginner-level course covering ocean and beach awareness, board handling in shallow water, paddling, pop-up technique and catching the first waves.Kids Surf Camp
Kids surf camp · GroupIncluded: apnea/breathwork training · surfskate sessions · yoga · surfboard shaper visit · ocean safety and lifeguard sessions · beach cleanupsDesigned for children, combining surf lessons with complementary activities that build ocean awareness and confidence. The program has run more than 50 national editions and 3 international editions, and has expanded to El Salvador.Blue Fin Course (Level 2)
Progressive surf course – Level 2 · IntermediateFocuses on balance, body positioning, wave selection and timing while riding the first unbroken green waves.Purple Fin Course (Level 3)
Progressive surf course – Level 3 · IntermediateCovers lineup positioning, paddling power and riding the open face of the wave with direction and flow.Black Fin Course (Level 4)
Progressive surf course – Level 4 · AdvancedAdvanced-level course covering wave strategy, maneuvers such as carving and cutbacks, and consistent high-performance surfing.Surfboard Rental
SurfingDaily Rate Room (2 guests, twin bed & sofa bed)
Daily Rate – $80 per night, 2 pax, twin size bed & sofa bedSurf & Stay Package (2 guests, includes private surf lesson)
Surf & Stay – $230 per night for 2 pax, includes a private surf lesson, surfboard, sunblock & rashguardSpecial Rate Room with Breakfast (2 guests)
Special Rate – $100 per night, breakfast included, 2 paxTake Off Surf School — common questions
Does Take Off Surf School offer lessons for first-timers?
Yes — Take Off Surf School publishes a group beginner course at $80 (~€74)/1.5h.
Which languages can I learn in at Take Off Surf School?
You can learn in Spanish, English at Take Off Surf School.
What certification does Take Off Surf School have?
Take Off Surf School is ISA-certified.
Are the lessons at Take Off Surf School in small groups?
Take Off Surf School caps its lessons at 3 students per instructor.
Who are the instructors at Take Off Surf School?
Jesus Zabala teach at Take Off Surf School.
Contact Take Off Surf School
MRC5+4M, Provincia de Puntarenas, Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica · Open in Google Maps