Private Surf Lesson Costa Azul: Learn with personalized coaching

Catch waves with one-on-one coaching tailored to your skill level

A private surf lesson at Costa Azul Beach in Los Cabos pairs personalized instruction with one-on-one attention in the water. Your instructor adapts the session to your experience level (whether you're a beginner catching your first wave or refining technique), and covers ocean safety, paddling, positioning, and wave selection before and during the session. The lesson runs about two and a half hours and includes surfboard, rashguard, equipment, water, snacks, and round-trip transportation from selected areas. Morning departures are usually recommended for cleaner conditions. The experience operates seasonally from mid-March through mid-November based on swell.

The experience

You start on the beach with your instructor, who walks through ocean safety, paddling mechanics, body positioning, and how to read and select waves before you enter the water. This foundation matters: surfing is as much about understanding the ocean as it is about balance and timing. Once in the water, you get continuous one-on-one coaching as you practice, with the instructor helping you improve your pop-up, weight distribution, and confidence on the board. Because it's private, you're not waiting for turns or competing for waves. The pacing and wave selection adapt to what you're working on that day.

Costa Azul is one of Los Cabos's most consistent surf breaks, with Pacific swells that work for beginners through advanced surfers. The beach has a scenic coastline and the warm water means you can focus on technique without fighting cold. You'll have a surfboard sized to your weight and experience, a rashguard to protect from the sun and board rash, and an umbrella and beach chairs set up on shore for rest between sets. If you need a specific board size, a fiberglass board, or a wetsuit (available in winter months), you can request it with 24 hours' notice. Bottled water and light snacks keep you fueled through the session.

Round-trip transportation from selected areas arrives in an air-conditioned vehicle, and you'll receive exact pickup instructions within 24 hours of booking. The instructor ratio is one-to-three, so even in a private lesson, the operator may pair you with up to two other guests unless you book the private option exclusively. If someone wants to watch without surfing, an observer spot is available with advance notice and an additional transportation fee. The experience requires moderate physical fitness and basic comfort in the water. It's not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnancy, or serious heart conditions. Seasonal operation (mid-March through mid-November) depends on swell conditions, and unsafe weather or ocean conditions trigger a reschedule or full refund.

What’s included

• Private two-hour surf lesson at Costa Azul Beach with personalized instruction adapted to your skill level.
• surfboard, rashguard, beach chairs, umbrella setup, and all necessary equipment.
• bottled water and light snacks.
• round-trip transportation from selected areas in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• specific board sizes, fiberglass boards, or wetsuits available upon request with 24-hour notice.

Options for this experience

2 options

Non-Surfer Private ObserverGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate observer option for guests who come along to the surf lesson but do not take part. Private tour: a private observer experience that includes beach access and private transportation. Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes, covering beach time and round-trip transportation. Refreshments: bottled water and light snacks or energy bars. Private Costa Azul Beach route: Costa Azul Beach, then the beach relaxation area. Air-conditioned van: private air-conditioned transportation with no additional pick-ups. Important notes: beach chairs and umbrella setup are included; surf lesson participation is not included; pickup is included.

Private Costa AzulGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate surf lesson at Costa Azul Beach with flexible coaching for beginner, intermediate and advanced surfers. Private tour: a private surf lesson with personalized coaching, wave selection and pacing adjusted to skill level. Duration: about 2 hours 30 minutes plus transportation time. Refreshments: bottled water and light snacks or energy bars. Private Costa Azul surf route: Costa Azul Beach, then the surf lesson area, then the beach break and coaching area. Air-conditioned van: private air-conditioned transportation with no additional pick-ups. Important notes: a moderate level of physical fitness is recommended; minimum age is 6 years; instructor ratio is approximately 1:3 depending on conditions; pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except WednesdayLast departure this season: 15 Nov

AgesAdult (6 to 70 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by High Tide Los Cabos

Is this one for you?Book this if you want one-on-one attention in the water and the flexibility to work at your own pace. The private format means the instructor focuses on your technique and goals, and wave selection adapts to what you're practicing that day. If you're a beginner, the personalized coaching builds confidence faster than a group lesson. If you're intermediate or advanced, the focused feedback helps you refine specific skills.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What should I know about Costa Azul as a surf break?

Costa Azul is one of Los Cabos's most recognized surfing areas, with consistent Pacific swells suitable for a wide range of skill levels. The scenic coastline and warm water make it an ideal place to learn and practice, and morning departures are usually recommended for cleaner and more consistent conditions.

How does the instructor adapt the lesson to my experience level?

Your instructor assesses your comfort in the water and goals at the start, then tailors the session to your needs, whether you're catching your first wave or refining technique. You receive continuous one-on-one coaching throughout, with guidance on paddling, positioning, timing, balance, and wave selection.

What equipment is included, and can I request specific gear?

The lesson includes a surfboard, rashguard, beach chairs, umbrella setup, and all necessary surf equipment. Specific board sizes, fiberglass boards, or wetsuits (available in winter months: XL, LG, M, SM) are available upon request with 24 hours' notice.

How long is the lesson, and what time should I plan to arrive?

The lesson runs about two and a half hours. You'll receive exact meeting and pickup instructions within 24 hours after booking. The maximum wait time after your scheduled pickup is 5 minutes. Morning departures are usually recommended for the best surf conditions.

Is transportation included, and where does it pick me up?

Complimentary round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle is included from selected areas in Los Cabos. You'll get your specific pickup location and time in your confirmation details within 24 hours of booking.

What happens if the weather or ocean conditions aren't safe?

If the experience is canceled due to unsafe weather, ocean conditions, or operational restrictions, you'll be offered an alternative date or a full refund. The experience operates seasonally from mid-March through mid-November based on swell conditions.