2 hour(s)
English
Included
Boosts confidence and mental resilience
Improves balance, coordination, and reaction time
Full-body workout, strengthens legs and core.
Enhances cardiovascular fitness through paddling
Elevates mood and supports emotional well-being
€ 54.79
€ 50.41
Free cancellation and unlimited rescheduling leads to total flexibility while you plan your travels
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Surfing offers a wide range of physical and mental benefits, making it much more than just a sport—it’s a holistic lifestyle experience. One of the key advantages of surfing is the boost it gives to your confidence and overall fitness. As you learn to read the waves, paddle out, and catch your first ride, you begin to build self-trust and mental resilience. Each wave presents a new challenge, and overcoming it naturally increases your confidence both on and off the board. The physical demands of surfing also improve your balance, coordination, and reaction time.
From a fitness perspective, surfing provides a full-body workout, with a particular emphasis on leg and core strength. Paddling works the upper body and cardiovascular system, while standing and maneuvering on the board engages your core and legs intensely. It's an excellent way to stay in shape while enjoying the outdoors. Unlike traditional workouts, surfing keeps you active without the monotony of a gym routine, as every session in the water is different, depending on wave conditions and weather.
Beyond the physical, simply spending time in the ocean has a profound impact on your mental and emotional health. The rhythm of the waves, the saltwater, and the natural surroundings have a calming, almost meditative effect. Immersion in the sea has been shown to reduce stress, elevate mood, and promote overall well-being. Whether you're riding a wave or just floating in the water, the ocean has a way of grounding you, offering a sense of peace that’s hard to find elsewhere. Surfing, in this sense, becomes not only a sport but a powerful form of theraphy.
Surfboard
Water
Tropical fruit
Pick up not included
Sunblock
Towels
Water
Public transportation nearby
Not wheelchair accessible
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Surfed with MASS today. Such a great day! Instructors were super knowledgeable and friendly! Learned a lot, had a blast. Highly recommend! Thanks a lot guys!
They were very accommodating, we had Faviano and GianMarco who were muy tuanis and were great instructors. We started off in a pool to practice and then drove to the beach. They were very patient and helped our group of 4. Everyone was able to get up on the surfboard and ride some waves. Nara had the sweet pineapple which tasted super sweet after a day in the salty sea. Thanks to Hillary for being flexible with schedule.
My husband and I booked our very first surfing lesson with MASS and we’re so glad we did! Our main guide Marlon was upbeat and friendly, and took us through the necessary techniques and steps to stand on the surfboard. We first practiced at a separate location in a pool which was really helpful, and were then taken to Island Damas, a beautiful private beach where we began surfing the waves. As someone who’s never pictured herself being able to surf, it was truly such a cool experience to do this! Marlon and Faviano guided us the entire time in the water too, making sure we were safe. The rest of the crew set up camp near the water and offered us water, arepas, pineapple and coconut water as snacks which was very refreshing after all that surfing! They were also very accommodating by picking up our lunch for us on their way back to the beach with another group, as we chose to stay at the beach for a few hours after. Their attention and care made for a great surfing experience!
Spent an unforgettable day with my family at Mass Surfing School—absolute perfection! We hit the waves, soaked up the energy, and had a blast. Afterward, we feasted at their restaurant, where the good vibes kept flowing. By the end of the day, it felt like we’d made lifelong friends. Highly recommend this place—amazing people, incredible experience. And don’t forget to tip big!
I would ABSOLUTELY recommend MASS to anyone who wants to learn how to surf in Manuel Antonio! They are excellent teachers and I went from never having surfed before to feeling comfortable and confident in the water! The lesson starts off with an instructive session in their private pool where they teach you the basics of surfing before taking you to the beach where they make you feel so safe as you tackle the waves. I loved my experience so much that after taking my first class, I ended up spending the rest of the week with the group! As a solo female traveler, I also felt so safe and comfortable with the staff; they are all incredible people. Special thanks to Marlon, Raul, Gonzalo, Nada, Tortugo, Fabiano! I can’t say enough good things about them. Truly a core memory experience that you will not regret.
