Unleash a Different Surfing Experience in Costa Rica for Your Teen
Give Your Teen a New Surfing Experience
Even if they have never surfed before
Surf Term is a fully immersive, non-traditional learning experience that empowers 6th-8th graders to stretch their limits in every way imaginable. For five weeks (October 14 - November 18), students trade mind-numbing lectures for accelerated academics, smartphones for expert surfing instruction, and everyday pressures for unforgettable adventures in the rainforests and warm Pacific waters of Costa Rica.
Our campus is located at the Nosara Beach Hostel in the village of Nosara on the Nicoya Peninsula of Costa Rica’s Pacific coast. In stark contrast to the standard American experience, this lush jungle wonderland moves at a slower pace and with a singular purpose: Pura Vida — pure & simple living.
Surfing Accommodations in Costa Rica
The Surfing
Our rigorous surf program gets teens off the couch and into the great outdoors for an invigorating and unforgettable experience, including:
A two-day intensive ocean life-saving course
20 coached surf sessions with world-class, expert instructors from Safari Surf School
Lessons tailored to any level of proficiency, from beginner to competitive
40 uncoached free-surf sessions
Best of all, participants get a chance to explore and expand their physical and mental limits as they experience the deep fulfillment that comes from pursuing mastery of a single skill.
The Education
We embrace hybrid courses that combine the latest self-paced, adaptive learning platforms and Socratic, discussion-style education.
We also create authentic, real-world learning experiences that allow students to see the value of their skills and knowledge in action. It all comes together in a program focused on six key courses developed by expert educators:
Math
Intensive core Math via Khan Academy
English
Intensive core English via NoRedInk and Lexia
Science & Social Studies
Hands-on, project-based Science & Social Studies
Leadership
An 11-session group Leadership Course
Physical Mastery
A six session course designed by Olympic Gold Medalist, Garrett Weber-Gale
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