01 Introduction
Locals Only
Team Costa Rica
Costa Rica
Safari Surf only hires and trains local staff & surf instructors.
As a sustainably conscious business, we feel reinvest in our local community. Additionally, it gives us a lower staff turnover rate. The result is a staff that truly cares about our business and our guests.
Working together for so many years, we’ve created a tight-knit group that has become like a second family. Safari Surf boasts a warm, welcoming feeling that our guests pick up on right away. When you visit, it feels like you’re amongst old friends who want nothing but the best for you. This is the “secret sauce” that sets our Costa Rica surf program and vacation experiences apart from others!
02 Coaches & Guides
Professionals
Team Costa Rica
Costa Rica Surf Coaches & Guides
- Costa Rica -

Roger aka “Pio”
With Safari since 1999
Surfing since 1990
ISA Level 2 Surf Coach & Lifeguard

“When I see guests surfing the real waves on the outside for the first time in their life…the smiles on their faces, it just changes everything for them. It’s like a light comes on for them. I love that aspect about teaching surfing!”

Alonso aka “Chumino”
With Safari since 2008
Surfing since 1992
ISA Level 2 Surf Coach & Lifeguard

“I surf for glory! And of course, I love what I do. I love meeting new people from all over the world and showing them the techniques of surfing. I also love to share my culture too with these guests.”

Daniela aka “Dani”
With Safari since 2017
ISA Level 2
Surf Coach & Lifeguard

“Sharing my passion for the ocean and my home is so rewarding for me both spiritually and physically. Getting in the ocean and trying to tame her waves is a humbling experience. But at the same time such a rewarding experience for all who enter her grace and beauty. I love empowering women to conquer their fears and push forward with their best selves.”

Inara aka "Che"
With Safari since 2023
ISA Level 2
Surf Coach & Lifeguard

“I love surfing because it allows me to connect with nature and with myself. When I am in the water my whole body is filled with happiness. Surfing for me is the most fun thing in the world.
I chose to be an instructor because I feel that there is nothing more satisfying than sharing my love for the sport with other people. To help them in their first steps and see their happy faces in their first waves, it is pure happiness and joy.”

Milton aka “Pincho”
With Safari since 2020
Surfing since 2010
ISA Level 1 Surf Coach & Lifeguard

“I love surfing and teaching because every day I learn something new about myself, the ocean, or my guests. Sharing my love for surfing and my respect for the ocean with other people is the best job in the world.”

Joel Villalobos
With Safari since 2024,
surfing since 2015
ISA Level 1
Surf Coach & Lifeguard

“Surfing means everything to me. Surfing has changed my perspectives on life, on nature and on myself. I’m passionate about spreading my knowledge of surfing because in doing so I’m spreading happiness and good vibes.”

Wenty Arguedas
With Safari Surf since 2020
Surfing Since 2010
ISA Level 1 Surf Coach & Lifeguard

“Surfing simply rocks!”
03 Our Crew
Cast of Characters
Team Costa Rica
Our Costa Rica Surf School
Crew
- Costa Rica -

Jeffrey Baltodano
Surf School General Manager
& Unofficial Mayor of Nosara
“I love my job and I love meeting all the amazing people that come from all over the world to visit us at Safari. People share their stories and their cultures with me, and I learn new things every day. I get to see so many guests come back year after year, so I get to know their whole family and kids and watch them grow …it’s so cool!”

Nico Loayza
Safari Surf Photographer
& Social Media Guru

Ericka Varela
Operations Assistant Manager

Marsi Marsh
Safari Surf School COO
& Travel Agent Extraordinaire

Tim Marsh
Safari Surf School CEO
& Lucky SOB
04 Reviews
What they're saying about Safari Surf?
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