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Bodhi Surf School

La Flor de Bahia, Uvita 60504, Costa Rica
506 8712 8919
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Group Surf Lesson at Marino Ballena National Park
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Ranked #1 of 6 attractions in Uvita
5.0 of 5 stars 105 Reviews
Type: Sports Camps/ Clinics, Educational Sites
Owner description: Bodhi Surf School offers surf lessons and clinics, yoga classes, vacations, and retreats for individuals, families, and small groups. Our goal is to...... more » Owner description: Bodhi Surf School offers surf lessons and clinics, yoga classes, vacations, and retreats for individuals, families, and small groups. Our goal is to teach you the theory, proper technique, and safety to have you surfing or doing yoga independently. Bodhi Surf is committed to incorporating sustainable business practices into our everyday operations. We love to share information on our area, both on the community of Bahia Ballena and the Marino Ballena National Park where we give our lessons. We also offer service learning for organized student groups interested in finding out more about Costa Rica. Above all, we aim to “awaken your inner surfer” and provide you with unique experiences that you will never forget. « less
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Philadelphia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“An Amazing Week of Surfing and Yoga”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I cannot say enough good things about Bodhi Surf School. My husband and I did the 5 day surfing and yoga package and every minute of it was fantastic. Gibran and Adrianne were amazing surf instructors. While my husband was a quick study, I was a little slower in getting myself up on the board. Gibran and Adrianne were patient... More

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Takoma Park, Maryland
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
“They took great care of our young girls (and the parents too!)”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We used Trip Advisor to choose Bodhi surf school for our 4-day family surf camp, so we had high expectations. They were very helpful and flexible with our schedule, working around other activities in the Uvita area. Our girls are 9 and 12, neither with any surfing experience and both on the small side. Gibran and Adrienne got them right... More

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Washington DC
1 review
“Great surf, great instructors, and a socially & environmentally responsible company!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

My experience with Bodhi Surf was awesome - I caught some of the best waves of my life with Adrianne and Gibran - we had a great time! Not to mention the beach is beautiful, the water is warm, and the community of Bahia Ballena is friendly and laid back. Also, Bodhi Surf School is committed to giving back to... More

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Washington, DC
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Great surfing lessons”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012
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people found this review helpful

My boyfriend and I were in Uvita in February and took a one hour group surfing lesson (it turned out to just be the two of us) with Gibran. The communication in planning the lesson was easy -- I made the reservations online a few weeks before we arrived and I was able to pre-pay. Gibran gave us an awesome... More

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Aurora
1 review
“First Time Fun”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

We were staying in the Uvita area and arranged through our hotel for a lesson for our 15 year old daughter. She got up first time and was hooked. Gibran was a thorough and thoughtful instructor. So much so that I had a lesson the next day and also was able to ride a wave. I would highly recommend Bodhi... More

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Toronto, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Awesome!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My boyfriend and I had our first surf lesson with Bodhi Surf School and had an amazing experience. Gibran was a great instructor- easygoing, patient, helpful. It was clear that Bodhi Surf is about more than surfing, there is an appreciation for the environment and the incredible surroundings of Bahia Ballena National Park. Gibran was really knowledgeable about the Park... More

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Marshfield, Wisconsin
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“private lessons”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012
1
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Kind and patient instructor for my teen son. Nice beach for me to walk. Loved staying at La Cusinga - perfect for us. More

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Adrianne Chandra-Huff, Owner at Bodhi Surf School, responded to this review
30 April 2012

Thank you, suchacha, for sharing your experience with Bodhi Surf School. We are so glad that both you and your son enjoyed the lesson as well as your lodging! We hope you will come back and see us again in the future. Sincerely, Team Bodhi Surf More

London, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Amazing Surf Instructor”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

I had a one on one beginner surf lesson through Bodhi Surf which ere recommended by TikiVillas and although the two hour class was expensive, it was well worth it. The instructor was friendly, approachable and extremely patient and encouraging. I loved my first surf experience and can't wait to get better. Thanks, Bodhi Surf! More

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Adrianne Chandra-Huff, Owner at Bodhi Surf School, responded to this review
30 April 2012

Anonymous_31NJH - Thank you for your kind words about Bodhi Surf! We're glad you enjoyed your private surf lesson and that you felt you got your money's worth. The instructor, Gibran, had a fun time with you and said you did great in the 2-hour session. We hope you'll come see us again for round 2! Sincerely, Team Bodhi Surf More

Syracuse, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Great Experience!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This is my second time to Uvita and I really needed to find a rental surfboard. So, I contacted Travis and Gibran to tell them I was coming and asked if they could arrange to get me a surfboard. I didn't want to waste time looking for one and when I arrived, Gibran brought several to choose from. It was... More

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Adrianne Chandra-Huff, Owner at Bodhi Surf School, responded to this review
12 April 2012

Thank you, Wavedave68, for taking the time to share your experience with Bodhi Surf! It was really no problem at all, we were more than happy to help a fellow surfer out; we know how it can be when you go to another country and have to find a board. We hope you'll come down again! Sincerely, Team Bodhi Surf More

Nantucket, MA
1 review
“Not your typical "surf camp"”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

What a great time in Uvita! I have nothing but positive things to say about the team that makes up Bodhi Surf. They were recommended by a Costa Rican friend of mine, and I began emailing Gibran for more detailed information. He was very thorough, helpful, prompt and made my decision easy to spend my vacation there. I stayed at... More

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Adrianne Chandra-Huff, Owner at Bodhi Surf School, responded to this review
12 April 2012

Tracy C - Thank you so much for your kind and very flattering words! We're thrilled that you had such a good time out in the water, especially since you were slightly dreading it -- and you did SO well, you made significant progress during your time here and were catching great waves on your own. We are also so... More

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