The Sandbar Surf School

The Sandbar Surf School gives surf lessons on Tamarindo beach, near the main street. Lessons are for beginners, children, groups and intermediate surfers who want coaching. Reviews mention 90-minute lessons that start with practice on the sand before going into the water. Google lists hours from 6 am to 5 pm every day, but no phone number, website or social media page.

The school is consistently well reviewed. Students praise the patient, friendly instructors and their clear, specific feedback. Many first-time surfers, including children and large groups, say they stood up and rode waves during their first lesson.