Planning Your Trip
Evaluating Surf Instructor Credentials
Every surfer starts with an instructor who teaches them how to stand on the board, read a wave, and get out of the water safely.
Surfing and Coaching
Surf
What Beginners Should Know About Surfing
If there’s one question we hear most at Kalon, our all-inclusive surf camp in Costa Rica, it’s whether we welcome beginners. The answer is a
Costa Rica & Travel Tips
Is February a Good Time to Visit Costa Rica?
February is an excellent time to visit Costa Rica. The dry season is well established, the weather is reliably sunny, and the Pacific coast delivers
Surf
How To Pop Up On A Wave
Popping up is one of the fundamental skills of surfing — one you’ll need whether you’re a complete beginner or a pro on the WSL
Boards & Tech
How Long Does It Take To Learn How To Surf?
The honest answer: it depends entirely on how you learn. If you’re teaching yourself with a rented board on a crowded beach, expect the basics
Other
Surf Etiquette: 7 Rules Every Newbie Must Know Before Paddling Out
The ocean doesn’t have referees, but it definitely has rules. Every week at Kalon Surf, we coach a new group of guests — most of