A surfer deep inside a barreling wave in Costa Rica

Playa Hermosa, Jacó · Since 2003

Tailored surf vacations in Costa Rica.

Personalized coaching and fully organized surf trips for every level, from your first wave to competition. We take care of every detail so you can focus on surfing.

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Welcome

For over 20 years, Jim Hogan Surf Camp has offered personalized surf coaching and fully organized surf trips. From airport pickup and beachfront accommodation to finding the best waves and planning your days, we take care of every detail.

Whether you’re a beginner learning to catch your first wave or an experienced surfer seeking consistent swells and progression, our experienced instructors create custom surf packages designed around your skill level, goals, and travel style.

Every stay is built to deliver a complete Costa Rica surfing experience, both in and out of the water. Consistent waves, expert coaching, and authentic local experiences come together to create an unforgettable surf trip.

Our story

What’s included

Everything handled, arrival to departure.

You tell us what kind of experience you’re looking for. We handle the logistics, share our local knowledge, and help make every day count.

01
Airport transfers
We pick you up when you land and drop you off when it’s time to go home.
02
Beachfront accommodation
From humble to extravagant, we match your stay to your style.
03
Daily transportation
Rides to the waves and around the area for your entire stay.
04
Personalized coaching
Sessions built around your level and goals, including video analysis.
05
Photo & video
Your trip documented, so you can see your progress and keep the memories.
06
Local adventures
Jungle hikes, waterfalls, wildlife and more between sessions.

A surfer racing through a heavy barrel at Playa Hermosa

Playa HermosaCentral Pacific

Beginners & professionals

Coaching for every level.

Catch your first waves, progress as an intermediate surfer, refine your technique, or prepare for competition. We tailor each session to your ability and goals.

Playa Hermosa is known for powerful, technical waves. With deep local knowledge and access to a variety of nearby breaks, we find waves suited to your level and the conditions.

How we coach

Life at camp

In the water & out of it.

A surf camp group standing in the shallows with their boards

Surfers and boards reflected on the wet sand

A coach in the water with a group of surfers

Waves breaking along a rocky stretch of coastline

Guests swimming at the base of a jungle waterfall

Packages

Pick a starting point. We’ll tailor the rest.

All packages

A group of young surfers with their boards on the beach

Any level

Day Lessons

Per day$150

Learn to surf with us, or improve your surfing abilities while you’re in Costa Rica.

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Palm trees framing the waves at Playa Hermosa

7 Day Tailored Surf Vacation

Starting at$2,000

We take care of everything, from your arrival to your departure. Stay right on the beach in Playa Hermosa, surf the break out front, and explore a variety of nearby local waves. Between sessions, enjoy guided local tours, jungle hikes, and waterfall adventures.

Plan my week

Misty sunset over a jungle headland on the Pacific coast

More time to explore

10 Days+ Tailored Surf Vacation

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The same amenities as the 7 day package, with more time to surf and explore. Plus an extended stay in Pavones, if that’s the trip you choose.

Build my trip

All surf vacation packages include, but are not limited to: transportation to and from the airport, transportation for the entirety of your stay, accommodations, and photo/video documentation of your trip.

Where you’ll stay

Playa Hermosa, Jacó.

We have a selection of accommodations for you to choose from. Whether you’re looking for humble or extravagant, when you book with us we tailor the experience to you.