Witch's Rock Surf Camp

Fui a dos escuelas de surf diferentes en Tamarindo y Witch's Rock fue la mejor. Altamente recomendado

Lo que no me gusta del ambiente relajado y del personal súper servicial. Vine con mi hija al curso de iniciación. Los entrenadores son excelentes con el equilibrio perfecto entre impulsarte a mejorar y un amable estímulo. Las habitaciones son ideales: cómodas y limpias.
El equipo aquí quiere que ames el agua y descubras la alegría de las olas.lo lograron.
Reserva ese viaje.no te arrepentirás.

¡Pasé el mejor momento de mi vida en Witch's Rock! Oscar L es un instructor increíble y PruPru es el mejor conductor de embarcaciones del mundo. Todo acerca de este lugar es increíble. No puedo esperar a volver.

Positive & patient instructors, who know how to make it fun for all ages & levels. The surf camp includes one ~90-min session every day for 6 days, plus you can grab a board any time to go out on your own. Very convenient location - lodging, pool, & restaurant are right on the beach.

A great place to learn to surf. The place is well organised, the instructors and staff are friendly and great!

Witch's Rock Surf Camp is awesome because they take care of all the details that come with putting a surf trip together.
The Staff is great and very friendly. This was my 5th time coming to WRSC and I will keep coming back. Simply the best!

Writing this as a thank you to the staff at WRSC who has treated me well since 2017! Came here solo then, met great people, and have travelled back multiple times now (latest was last week).

Surf: Super consistent waves in this area, so chances are that you will score. I've been in March, April, and June, and it's always been good. The wave in Tamarindo is perfect for beginners, but also fun for quick sessions when you're not being taken to other breaks. Advanced group doesn't mean that you consider yourself a pro, only that you don't require instruction, just want to be led by boat/van to other areas, and can hold your own in heavier waves. Beginner & Intermediate get video critique, tips, etc. The surrounding breaks can be world class, and Witch's Rock itself is a unique experience that shouldn't be missed.

Staff: Extremely helpful in all aspects. They've been flexible and helped me move trips to other available weeks, offered discounts for repeat bookings, coordinated by phone/email very quickly, fixed any issues as they arose, and generally exuded an authentic 'pura vida' attitude. Very accommodating and want to make your trip an easy and great one. Every one of our Tico guides have been strong surfers with a passion for sharing their knowledge and experience.

Facilities: Pretty standard for the area. There are more luxurious options around, but not many that offer everything you want in one place. Central hangout pool, brewery, evening live music (tones down early), etc. If solo, it's guaranteed you'll meet others right away, likely at the airport. Basically, just show up and they'll take care of the rest.

Overall: I've caught some of the best waves of my life here. You couldn't ask for an easier surf trip, whether just learning or with 20+ years experience. A lot of new surfers are unaware of the sport's history, and this place still gives a personal connection through Robert August to when it was being pioneered. Do it!

Had a blast! The instructors and staff are top notch. Everyone was helpful and friendly. Can't wait to go back!

Highly reccomend this spot for anyone looking to improve their surfing! The location is unbeatable being right on the beach. The water and waves are perfect. Staff are amazing. There were a few issues with my room but overall the location, staff and surf made up for it!

We had such a great time at WRSC! Was my fourth time there and my family’s first (wife n teen girls) and they can’t wait to go back.

We stayed at the Hotel Pueblo Dorado, WRSC’s accommodations for those not needing the surf program at the main camp on the beach.

Our HPD room (El Presidente Suite) was perfect for the four of us, the staff was super cool and accommodating, the newly renovated pool was epic, communal kitchen helpful for storing tasty leftovers that wouldn’t fit in our room’s kitchenette refrigerator, and the proximity to the downtown Tamarindo bustle and main WRSC surf camp was perfect.

Renting a WRSC golf cart was key to our mobility (although not required), allowing for instant access to the delicious morning breakfast, included in the room rate, at “Eat at Joe’s“, quick trips to the new Auto Mercado and shopping mall up the road, lugging surfboards around to and from Playa Tamarindo right in front of the camp, as well as Playa Grande’s southern breaks just north of the river mouth, shopping, and restaurants.

Ammenity-wise the WRSC Surf Shop and Surfboard Demo Center can accommodate any beach needs. We had most of our meals at Eat at Joe’s and WRSC’s El Vaquero Brew Co.right next-door, both with access to tasty authentic plates, burgers n fries and such, a bomb sushi bar, delicious locally brewed WRSC beers (Mango IPA was da bomb) and my kids particularly enjoyed indulging in the fruit smoothies.

I enjoyed waking up early, taking the golf cart down to the new WRSC “Dawn Patrol“ espresso and pastry shop to enjoy a quiet cuppa java while studying the surf.

Speaking of surf any surfer will immediately notice the authenticity of the whole environment, including the wide array of available demo surfboards to try out (don’t bother bringing one), availability of the normal surf necessities incl.sunscreens, wax, hats, board shorts, etc, accessibility to the one and only Mr. Robert August, the resident surf celebrity, who will chat with you and even make you a board, and the offering of surf excursions.

Along with getting loads of surf around town I booked a spot on one of their day trips to Witch’s Rock where I was able to score some little, but fun, surf. Their new boat can accommodate a big group if you’re there with friends or just want to hang with some fellow surfers.

You definitely don’t need to be a surfer to enjoy your stay here, my wife and kids didn’t touch a surfboard and still had the time of their lives, enjoying lounging by the hotel pool and out in front of the camp on the beautiful sands of Playa Tamarindo, indulging a day-long trip to the spa, and lots of epic shopping.

I could go on and on, but after having gone to WRSC for 20+ years I can honestly say, having traveled all over the world, that this is one of the most enjoyable trips you can take. Super easy to get to (5.5 hr flight from LAX to LIB), absolutely everything you could possibly need within arm’s reach, and of course the cool Costa Ricans who live there year-round make it very special.

Thanks Joe, Holly, Nikki, Lavina, and the rest of the WRSC team for making my family’s spring break trip one of the most memorable ever! Pura Vida!

Wow! What a fantastic week at surf camp! I was/am a rank beginner, and thanks to our excellent coach Mateo, I learned how to pop up and actually ride some waves! By the end of the week, I even got a couple totally in my own! I am hooked! I went with my 20-something year old son and he loved it too (the other “campers” were all very nice and of all different ages)!

The camp is very well thought out, with daily surf sessions, video reviews, classes on land for balance and strength, etc, and the entire staff is so helpful and friendly! We had so much fun! I can’t recommend it highly enough, and we are actually thinking about when we can return!

Pura Vida! ‍️‍️

What an amazing experience! Where else can you get coffee at 5: 30am, surf lesson at 6am, breakfast at 8am, and then reading and nap at 10am all before exploring the town, adventuring on a catamaran, or getting back on the water to surf? The most important experiences of Witch's Rock Surf Camp were (1) TRUST: I fully trusted my instructor Randal. I was very fearful on day one and Randal easily picked up on which waves to hold me back from and which to encourage me to ride. Once I was acclimated, he knew when to push! (2) CAMARADERIE: The fact that you get daily breakfast included in your weekly surf camp purchase was amazing because after a sandy/salty rinse in the outdoor shower, you would find yourself laughing and connecting with other surf campers over breakfast and watching the waves. (3) LOCATION: Holy cow! The perfect place for walking the beach, looking at (but not taking) shells, watching surfers, enjoying sun, access to great restaurants and shops, and the daily iguana visit! Plus, surf shop on site and boards right across the street, massage on the beach, cappuccino about 50 steps away. (4) CROSS TRAINING: We thought, really? But, yes, REALLY! Attending your daily non-water seminars on surf etiquette, surf safety, video analysis, strength and balance were not only informative and fun but also a great way to connect with other surf campers. (5) KIND, FRIENDLY, INFORMATIVE STAFF: Everyone was great and we felt welcome, safe, supported. THANK YOU! (Oh, and thank you for my "Best Wipeout" award on the last night!:) Pura vida!

My experience was phenomenal! Thank you to Witch's Rock for an all encompassing surf, and travel experience. They take care of all your essentials, making it easy for you to just focus on surfing. I am by no means a great surfer, but my instructor was patient and took the time to get us the best possible waves. I will caution you however that the program is rigorous, so make sure you are in good mental and physical shape before hopping on a board. For my second time out of the country, and first visit to Central America, the staff at Witch's Rock did a great job at making us feel welcome, and by the end of the week I felt right at home. Everyone in our program became friends by the end of the week, and Tamarindo has a great nightlife and social scene. I would definitely return here, and recommend this to my friends, so if you're interested in learning how to surf, head to Witch's Rock!

Witches Rock is the perfect place to surf, enjoy the town, make new friends and experience the local flavor of Costa Rica! Only about an hour from the airport and they offer free shuttle service! The surf instructors are great, all the staff ensures a great experience to make sure you have everything you need. They offer excursions, will make restaurant reservations, secure taxis, or help you find whatever you need. The property is safe and offers a community feel! Highly recommend a Saturday to Saturday visit! Here you can learn to surf right out front or they will take you to the best waves by boat or van! Rent a chair and buy a fresh coconut on the beach or take a dip in the wonderful, cool, shaded pool! This is our second trip and already took advantage of the 20 % discount if you book next years stay before the end of the year! Works well for extended families, friends that want to meet up and surf, couples or singles! It’s hard to find a place that can be fun for everyone. Our family enjoys tennis and pickleball as well and there is a place to play (for a fee) within walking distance! Bonus!

Great vibe, beautiful people, Nikki, Freedom, Lavina surf trainers Rafa and Carlos to name a few. Thank you for the life changing experience. The food was delicious and my favorite Volcano beer was Gato Malo. Great location close to the center!
Pura Vida

Holly, Joe and their employees are the best! Our stay in Tamarindo was fantastic Thank you for everything! Mader family/Colorado

Second time and another memorable experience. Everyone is extremely friendly and accomodating from the time you walk out of the airport to the schedulers at the shop and their servers at Joe's Restaurant. Instructors are also patient. Both stays were during rainy season (Sept/Oct). I believe the price at this time is a great value as it's not enough rain to stand in your way of a fabulous experience and right on the beach (had a 2nd floor great view). I've stayed at a luxury surf camp" all inclusive before and although a great experience there was no reason to spend 3-4 times as much $$$. This is also an awesome camp if you are a solo traveler because you'll meet new friends. I'll be back!

Coming here was the second time out of the US, and I was a little apprehensive. But, they can take you to and from the airport which makes things super simple. Tamarindo is a beautiful town, and I felt safe the whole time. There are a lot of things to see and do. We had a great surf instructor. The staff is very knowledgeable and the surf school is very in depth, with video analysis, technique, and balance training. The rooms were simple and clean, and the staff was friendly. We had some rain on our trip, so they threw in a complimentary tour of our choice. I think they are very customer-centered, which is a good thing. Choosing Witch's Rock was a shot in the dark, but it ended up being a great place. I'd recommend this place to my friends and anyone who wants an interesting vacation idea.

I have to highly recommend this camp for solo travelers
Excellent service, great waves and just a general good vibe where you meet people and surf all day
I did the intermediate course with Chanty and couldn’t have asked for a better coach! I was able improve my surfing skills a lot
Ps: they have a great board selection with really new boards that can be used without any issues

I didn't stay at the camp, but I did rent boards from them at Witch's Rock board shop across the street.

Brandon helped us out and was really friendly and helpful. Their board selection is superb and their insurance on board rentals is a must do (since it can get crowded at spots).

One of the days, the owners were there working on construction and helped me with my questions and selecting a fun board to use at a more challenging wave location.

I highly recommend this place to rent boards from, if you visit Costa Rica!