Day in the Life of Pura Vida
Your week-long surf adventure is designed to fit your desires. Many
activities are scheduled throughout the week, but remember, this is your
vacation!!! We have designed a set of activities to get you into the 
"pura vida" spirit:
surfing lessons to teach you how to surf or improve your surfing skills;
yoga sessions and a one-hour private massage to relax body and soul; three
delicious meals per day to keep the energy flowing; and daily outings that
will introduce you to the local beauty and culture.
Typical Day in Life of Pura Vida
| Morning | Yoga Breakfast Surf Instruction |
| Afternoon | Lunch Relaxation (scheduled massages, poolside, hammock, and/or siesta) Optional Sunset Surf Session |
| Evening | Dinner (occasional outings to other restaurants) |
Our Surf Instruction
We pride ourselves on the quality of our surf instruction and our surf camp is for all levels of surfers. Our CPR certified and experienced instructors are dedicated to teaching you the "Art of Surfing". We go beyond teaching you basic technical skills by assessing your ability and developing an individualized surf program that will take you to the next level. Our student to teacher ratio is three-to-one and you will be placed in a surf group based on your skill level and experience. Starting on day three, you will have the opportunity to work with your instructor one-on-one for the rest of your surf adventure.
With beach, point and reef breaks in the area, our surf van allows us to explore the different breaks and look for the best conditions to make your surfing experience an experience of a lifetime.
Beginner ~ You'll be amazed at how fast you will be up and riding waves. With many of our guests being beginners, our staff is well-prepared to teach you the basics of surfing, proper etiquette, water safety, wave riding skills, and paddling techniques, as well as preparing you for surfing your home break.
Intermediate ~ 
Our surf instructors will help you push your surfing to the next level. Your instructor will assess your skill level and implement a progressive program to strengthen your surfing game. We'll improve your wave-reading and catching ability, fine-tune your skills and teach you new techniques that will greatly improve your surfing ability.
Advanced ~ Our more advanced surf coaches will evaluate your surf skills and implement a progressive program to sharpen your surfing abilities. You will also have the opportunity to learn new maneuvers and learn how to maximize your rides with more speed and style.
Our Board Quiver
With over 35 surfboards to choose from, there is certainly something for everyone, including: "SoftTops", "Tuflite", and local fiberglass shapes. Surfers will be able to choose from a wide range of quality surfboards including long boards, high-performance long boards, fun-shapes, fish, and short-boards. Everyone will have the opportunity to try different boards as they progress throughout the week. Our expert staff will gladly assist you in choosing the board that is right for you, as well as explaining the performance characteristics of each shape.
Yoga
Start each day with a fresh breath. Our yoga classes are designed to increase core strength, stamina, flexibility, balance, and clarity of mind. Our certified yoga instructor will base each class upon the experience level of the group and lead a variety of yoga practices including Hatha and Vinyasa Flow. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or newcomer to the practice, you'll soon discover the many benefits yoga has on your surfing and your life.
Local Culture
Gaining the complete "pura vida" experience also involves daily engagement
with the local culture and lifestyle. Several activities are scheduled for
days when you'd like to take a break from the surf and for evenings when you
want to check out the local nightlife. A few of the items on our schedule include:
- Hike to nature reserve
- Tropicana Salsa night (give your arms a rest and move those hips!)
- Ventures to local restaurants for traditional cuisine
- Introductory Spanish class
Relaxation
Your one-hour private massage is just the beginning. You'll definitely want to take advantage of the peace and tranquility of your surroundings between surf sessions. Our lounge is a great place to drift into your book or re-cap your morning's surf experience with friends. Why not float in the pool while soaking up the sun, or take a walk down the sandy beaches in some of the most breath-taking coastline in Costa Rica? Every evening at sunset, witness the red-orange sun melting into the watery horizon; just another day in paradise.