Omotepe Surf School

Voted Nicaragua’s # 1 Surf School! Omotepe Surf School was founded in 2010 out of our original surf shop. We only hire ISA certified surf instructors with a minimum of two years of experience. Our new hires act as assistants for 4 weeks before teaching lessons. 

At Omotepe Surf School, we put the emphasis on fun and safety so you can learn in an supportive and stress-free environment. Whether you’re just learning, or you’ve been surfing forever, we want to help you achieve your goals. 

Voted #1 Surf School
Learn to surf in the warm waters of Nicaragua's Emerald Coast with our ISA certified instructors
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Take it to the Next Level
Up your game in one of our advanced surf camps
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Increase Your Skills
Work on fundamentals and increase your skills in our intermediate surf camp or private or group instruction.
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Why Choose Us

Rated #1 Surf School in Nicaragua

At Omotepe, our experienced ISA Certified instructors will get you surfing waves, advancing your skills, or perfecting your technique in no time. Our camps and lessons are designed to put the emphasis on fun and safety, while helping you gain confidence.

Surf Camps

Our multi-day surf camps are designed to work on specific skills to get you surfing confidently no matter what your level. Our certified instructors will guide you through specific skill building exercises over 3 days to help take your surfing to the next level, with an emphasis on water safety and paddling for beginners.  Transportation to and from the beach,  Lunch, and surfboard is provided! 

Groms Surfrider ​

3 Day Surf camps for kids. Kids are divided by level and place with the same instructor for the duration. Beginner to Advanced.

Women’s Surfrider ​

Our by women, for women 3 day surf camp. Participants are divided into levels and placed with the same instructor for the duration.

Learn to Surf – Adults​

3 Day learn to surf camp for beginner adults! Never surfed or still riding the wash? Our camp will get you riding waves in no time.

Surfrider – Advanced

Take your surfing to the next level with our expert instructors. We will hit the bigger waves and work on advanced techniques.

Surf Lessons

We offer surf lessons for all ages and levels. Take private or group lessons with our certified instructors. Lessons are 3 hours and include skill building exercises, surfing prep, timing waves, and board skills. Our beginner lessons include 1 hour of water safety, paddling practice, and ocean swimming skills. Transportation, surf board, and lunch provided! Must be able to swim confidently. 

Group Lesson – Adults

Learn with others! Participants are divided into groups based on their level. Focus on water safety, skill building, and of course, fun!

Private Lessons – Adult

Private, one on one lessons for Adults. Private lessons are a great improve your skills in a focused, pressure free environment.

Group Lessons – Groms​

For kids 5 and up. Kids are put into groups based on similar age and level. Emphasis on fun and water safety.

Private Lessons – Groms

Private one on – one lessons for kids over 5! Kids are required to have basic swimming skills. Safety and fun are our priorities.