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Lessons / 1:1 coaching
1:1 coaching · Sayulita & La Lancha
1:1 surf coaching in Sayulita.
For surfers who already catch their own waves and want to get better. 90 minutes one-on-one at the main break, with a coach who watches every wave and gives you honest feedback.
By booking you agree to our terms & conditions.
From $2,000 MXN · 90 minutes · Board included
Is this for you?
You catch your own waves. Now you want more.
You can paddle out and catch waves on your own
You’re ready to move from whitewater to green waves
You want to work on your turns, positioning or wave choice
You want honest feedback on your surfing
Not surfing on your own yet? Start with a surf lesson →
What we work on
Built around your surfing.
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Positioning
Where to sit in the line-up, and how to be in the right spot when the set comes.
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Wave reading
Choosing the right wave, reading the peak and timing your paddle.
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Turns
Bottom turns, cutbacks and making the most of every wave you catch.
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Your goals
Whatever you want to work on. Tell us, and we build the session around it.
Private lesson
For beginners. Your instructor teaches the basics, from pop-ups to catching your own waves.
Choose your spot
Choose your break.
Same 1:1 coaching at both spots. You choose the spot when you book.
Right in town
Sayulita
Coaching at Sayulita’s main break
No travel: start from our shop
Timed to the tide and conditions
$2,000 MXN · 90 minutes
We check the forecast 24 hours ahead and confirm the best time.
25 minutes from town
La Lancha
Coaching at La Lancha’s main break
Open-top truck ride included
Longer rides, fewer people in the water
Only 1 coaching spot per trip, so book early
$2,500 MXN · 90 minutes
Departs daily at 2 p.m. 7 a.m. is possible for groups of 4 or more.
1:1 coaching
For surfers who already catch their own waves. Built around your technique and goals, at the main break.
How it works
01
Book and tell us your goals
Choose Sayulita or La Lancha when you book, and tell us your level and what you’d like to work on.
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We plan your session
For Sayulita, we check the forecast 24 hours ahead and confirm the best time. La Lancha departs daily at 2 p.m., or 7 a.m. for groups of 4 or more.
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90 minutes, one-on-one
Your coach is in the water with you, watching every wave and giving feedback as you go.
Reviews
4.9 on Google and TripAdvisor.
★★★★★
“I’ve taken lessons and surfed on my own before, but the way Juan broke things down just made it click for me. He made sure I caught almost every wave the entire 2 hours we were out there… He even sent some videos afterwards to help continue the learning.”
Maddy · Technique session
★★★★★
“Miguel is an incredible surf coach. This was my second trip surfing with Miguel and he provided two excellent experiences. We caught so many waves together and he is helping me build confidence reading the ocean.”
Melissa · Coaching
★★★★★
“Perfect if you want a technical lesson. You will be taught correct technique, instructors are good at recognizing skill level… Great vibes, nice dudes.”
Cade · Technique session
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You should be able to paddle out and catch waves on your own. If you’re not there yet, a surf lesson is the better place to start.
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A private lesson is for beginners and covers the basics, from pop-ups to catching your first waves. Coaching is for surfers who already catch their own waves. We work on your positioning, wave choice and turns at the main break.
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At Sayulita’s main break or at La Lancha, about 25 minutes south of Sayulita. You choose the spot when you book.
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Yes. A surfboard and rash guard are included in every coaching session.
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Send us a message on WhatsApp and we’ll see what’s possible. La Lancha has only 1 coaching spot per trip, so changing to La Lancha depends on availability.
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Our prices are in Mexican pesos (MXN).
