Surf and Spanish Programs

Welcome to our Surf and Spanish Program in the enchanting paradise of Costa Rica! Renowned worldwide for its breathtaking surf, Costa Rica stands as a premier surfing destination boasting numerous beaches and hundreds of breaks along both the Pacific and Caribbean coasts. Whether you're a novice eager to catch your first wave or a seasoned pro seeking a thrilling challenge, Costa Rica has the perfect surf spot for every level.

But that's not all – Costa Rica is also a top-notch destination in Latin America for learning Spanish. In 1994, we proudly became the first Spanish Institute in the region to seamlessly blend these two popular activities. Since then, our program has welcomed thousands of students of all ages, providing them with the unique opportunity to ride the waves and master the Spanish language simultaneously.

Join us in this captivating tropical haven, where you can immerse yourself in the exhilarating world of surfing while acquiring the language skills you've always dreamed of. Come be part of our Surf and Spanish Program – an unforgettable experience in the heart of Costa Rica's natural beauty!

Playa Tamarindo Surf Program

Playa Tamarindo is a world famous surf destination and the ISLS Spanish Immersion Center in Playa Tamarindo is perfect place to learn Spanish and surf on Costa Rica’s “Gold Coast.” Tamarindo beach is a great place for beginners as well as more advanced surfers and within a few miles up and down the coast are some of the best advanced surf breaks in the country.

Playa Tamarindo is a long white sand beach which is great for both swimming and surfing. Tamarindo beach, along with Playa Grande, make up the Tamarindo Bay, which in total is more than 3 miles of beaches. The whole Guanacaste area is filled with great surfing beaches besides Tamarindo and Grande. There is the famous Witches Rock, Langosta, Avillanas and Negra, to name a few. Check out our Photo Page with pictures of real students surfing the waves in and around Playa Tamarindo.

Check out our Programs and Packages for every level of ability, interest and pocketbook. We have a one day Discover Surfing Program that allows students who have never surfed before to find out if surfing is for them. We have our Kids and Family Program that allows children of all ages and their parents to learn to surf as well as instructing them on beach safety. We also offer Private Lessons Packages and Group Lessons Packages. The more lessons you buy, the cheaper each lesson becomes.

For more information about these options, please Contact Us.