SURF LESSONS Playa Popoyo
The Best Surf Lessons in Popoyo!
Playa Colorado Surf School loves to run surf lessons at Popoyo beach, one of the most well-known surf spots in Nicaragua. Here, diverse surf breaks running along multiple reef sections offer something for surfers of all skill levels.
For beginner surfers there’s no sweeter spot to learn to surf than the aptly named Beginner’s Bay near the iconic Magnific Rock. Sheltered by an impressive shale rock shelf, Beginner’s Bay is a fun and easy wave that is approachable to everyone. Grab a long board and get on board with any one of our private, semi-private or group lessons today!
Further north in front of the surf town of Guasacate are the Popoyo surf breaks, with an inner reef breaking both left and right and an outer reef reserved for experienced surfers who can offer a real show in pipeline barrels. And if the beaches in the south are calling you down to Rancho Santana, Hacienda Iguana, or San Juan Del Sur, Playa Colorado Surfing School has got you covered. Say goodbye to dreaming about learning to surf and wave hello to the beauty and fun of Nicaragua’s surf coast today.
Private
Surf Lesson
One-on-one Instruction
90 minute private lesson
All equipment included
Surfboard, Leash,
SPF 50 UV Protectant
and Rashguard
SEMI-Private
Surf Lesson
2-3 People to One Instruction
90 minute private lesson
All equipment included
Surfboard, Leash,
SPF 50 UV Protectant
and Rashguard
GROUP
Surf Lesson
4 -5 People to-one Instructor
90 minute private lesson
All equipment included
Surfboard, Leash,
SPF 50 UV Protectant
and Rashguard
TRIP ADVISOR REVIEWS
I had the BEST experience here! It was my first time ever trying surfing and David was a great instructor. Super professional, patient and fun.
Robbie was also... read more super awesome, and took the best photos of us while we surfed. Would 100% recommend trying this spot, especially if you’re new to surfing!!

9/21/2019
My daughters (10 & 12) had an awesome lessons with Eduardo! He was encouraging and we got right up with his instruction. Had a great day! Would... read more highly recommend Pacific Surf School and Eduardo!

10/14/2019
Pacific Surf School is top notch! My wife and I took a lesson with David and he was an exceptional instructor. He was extremely professional, patience and very knowledgeable! Most... read more importantly he was fun, and made the experience fun, which is what surfing is all about! He took the the time to explain and demonstrate different pop-up methods. Also showed us how to properly shift weight and keep your center of balance. And as promised, he had us up and riding waves in no time! I have experience in surfing but its been many years since I've been on a board. I've always found it difficult to be in the correct position when catching waves on longer surfboards (very different catching small waves on a heavy long board compared to a small body board using flippers). David immediately saw that I was positioning myself incorrectly and as soon as he adjusted me I was catching waves much easier. He also was making suggestions on paddling techniques and shifting the body as you are positioning to catching a wave. Little tips and suggestions like that make the experience so much better, and this is now something I can work off on my own to improve my skills. I was also drilling David with all types of questions after our session (positioning on the board, pop up techniques, board types & sizes, wet suit questions) and he answered all of them in detail and without hesitation. Overall an incredible experience with David & crew and I would recommend them to anyone! If you are in San Diego, take a surf lesson! And be sure to take it with Pacific Surf School!!

10/17/2019
Erik was our instructor, he was very friendly and easy going. First up, I don’t know swimming. I felt very comfortable despite me not knowing how to swim. I took... read more a couple of breaks and was able to surf after I fell flat many times. But hey, I did it. 🙂 thanks to Erik.

11/29/2019