There is a myth that surfing is only for 20-year-olds. In Santa Teresa we coach parents with teenagers, active travellers over 55 and whole families. With active mobility, respect for the ocean and patient coaching, age does not matter.
Ocean safety comes first
The Pacific is powerful, with currents and sandbanks that shift. Isaac grew up on this coast and has spent his life reading these tides and rips.
He picks the tide window and sandbank where the waves roll in gently, so families and older surfers stay in safe, unhurried conditions.
Patient pacing
Rushing people into bigger waves before they are ready is how injuries happen. We break surfing into simple steps. Reading the water, a smooth pop-up that is easy on knees and back, then gentle waves with time to find your balance.
A teenager can practise in the whitewash while a parent rides unbroken waves. Everyone goes at their own pace.
One quality session a day
One session a day, timed for the right tide and wind, is plenty. It leaves you energised, with the rest of the day for a slow lunch, a book by the pool, the tide pools at Mal País or a walk on the beach.
A boutique stay at The Baya House
The Baya House, created by Veronica, has air conditioning, quiet gardens and a pool. For families, the Papaya two-bedroom apartment has a full kitchen, a living area and a private patio steps from the pool.
Flexible stays, year-round
Our surf school runs year-round, and you can stay at The Baya House on your own dates. Families can join us for surf lessons and breakfast and shape the week around their own rhythm.
Interested in a family stay or private coaching? Message us on WhatsApp and we will help you plan it.
Come surf with us in Santa Teresa.
Small groups, local coaches, and Surf & Stay weeks at The Baya House.
