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Reviews

• Best surf instructors ever!

  christinenU2191DV,,Mar 1, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  I had an unforgettable week surfing with Damo and his incredible team of instructors. As part of a surf therapy retreat with Emerge Surf and Somatic Therapy, we partnered with Damo Surf Camp to dive into the technical aspects of surfing. Our group of 12 women, ranging in age from 26 to 54, was met with respect, encouragement, and expert coaching. From day one, Damo and his instructors treated us as serious athletes, providing structured skill-building lessons that had us all catching and riding our own waves by the end of five days. They infused every session with joy, playfulness, and deep expertise—never just taking us out but truly teaching us. Their approach emphasized progression, self-sufficiency, and confidence, ensuring we left not only more skilled but also more empowered in the water. Beyond their technical instruction, Damo and his team fostered a positive, body-inclusive, and supportive environment where every participant felt respected and cared for. If you're looking to learn to surf in a space that is both safe and uplifting, I wholeheartedly recommend training with Damo Surf Camp.

  

• Surfing experience of a lifetime

  charmianl2020,,Dec 27, 2023

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We’ve surfed many beaches with many instructors but Damian and his team are truly the best. We were all up and riding waves quickly thanks to his excellent instruction. He has a super positive approach and made sure we had both the skills and the abilities to start building muscle memory and catch waves on our own. Damian and Lucas were particularly good with our kids - aged 11 and 13 - and made them feel like total champions on their boards. We also booked a range of additional excursions with his team which exceeded all our expectations. We cannot say enough positive things about this experience - deep foundational memories were made for our full family.

  

  

• The best surf school!

  Dennisk0594,,Mar 28, 2023

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  The whole 7 days at the surf camp were super awesome. Damian and Ron are two very great surf instructors. We were a small group with me and another girl. The conditions are perfect for a beginner to learn to surf in 7 days. Both instructors gave their best at all times to make sure you improved every day and surfed your first green waves after just a few days. It was super fun and both instructors were super friendly and very nice people. The conditions in the hostel were also great. There is a pool, hammocks on the rooftop, a restaurant with great food and lots of nice people to meet. I can recommend this surf camp to everyone, you won't find a better one. The prices for the camp are also totally fair, as you get accommodation, surf lessons, a delicious meal every day and some activities (yoga, hiking etc.) included. You can also use the surfboards all the time. Book Damo Surf Camp if you want to learn to surf and have a great time!

• Damo Is Great For Beginners!

  Lisa M,,Nov 26, 2022

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  I'm a mid-size woman (size 12-14) who mostly works behind a desk, so the regular pop-up method wasn't really within my abilities, and I kind of thought surfing was just not for me. But Damian and his instructors have various methods and really seemed to work with my strengths to make me more confident on the board. They adjust their teaching based on the person taking the lesson. He also gave me more exercises to practice on land that will make it easier when I go back. I will definitely be taking more surf lessons! If you are new to surfing and are visiting Costa Rica, I recommend taking a lesson with Damo Surf Camp! The location is also great...I like South Jaco because it has a more chill vibe than the north side, and the Jaco Walk shopping center has everything you need, plus on weekends there's a farmer's market like a minute away. As someone who works from my laptop, the bar area has great wifi and I always work from there, and there is a cafe in the Jaco Walk as well as Bullet, both of which have good wifi and are within walking distance.

• Amazing!

  bkB1721GW,,Oct 20, 2022

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  This was my first time surfing and Damian was the best instructor! He is on time, clear, communicative, patient, gave clear instructions, and mostly is so fun! I was nervous but he made it so easy. He planned my whole stay - hikes, bike ride, food, stay. I’ll be back and recommend everyone to him and his surf camp! Pura vida 🤙🏼

• Damo Surf Camp

  V324YFsamim,,Oct 5, 2022

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  My boyfriend and I decided to visit Jaco and were recommended to attend Damo Surf School by our hostel and WOW , it did not disappoint. Damian was professional, attentive, and made the experience really fun. My boyfriend can’t swim well and was really nervous about getting in the ocean, but Damian kept him feeling safe the entire experience. Highly recommend! Thanks Damian

• Fun Times!

  gabriellaaV5420JZ,,Oct 5, 2022

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Had an amazing experience at Damo Surf School! My two kids.. 8 and 10, along with myself and my husband all took 3 lessons. By the third lesson, all 4 of us managed to catch some waves by ourselves. Already planning our next trip to Costa Rica and will definitely be returning to Damo Surf School for more fun! 10/10

• SURF SCHOOL

  234emmes,,Oct 3, 2022

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  I brought my two kids with me to Costa, hoping to kick it at the beach and maybe learn to surf and we stumbled upon this new surf school! The availability worked perfectly, and it was unbelievably affordable for what we got out of it. My favorite part was the handsome instructor Damian who graciously led me to be able to catch my first wave along with my daughter and son! I will never forget these moments! Super family friendly, positive vibes all around!!! We will be coming back!!!!