Testimonials

Lora Roberts and Family, March 2010 Our family had an awesome experience surfing. Alejandro did a great job of explaining the rules of surfing and the dangers of the ocean in a way that our kids really heard him. The staff was terrific and we had so much fun. We will definitely recommend you all to anyone wanting to have some fun in the water. Dominical is so beautiful with wonderful beaches but the community make it worth staying. Thanks for making our stay so enjoyable. We will be back for more! Blessings to you -Alejandro, your beautiful wife, Cesar, JuanCarlos, and last but not least Nacho

Geoff Walsh, March 2010 Alejandro, we can't thank you enough for all the help and instruction. You and Jorge have an amazing amount of patience!!! We not only enjoyed the surfing but getting to know you and Jorge as well. It was a very special day for us and we have you guys thank. My daughter has been bitten by the surfing bug, my wife had a blast, and this old has been now remembers why he loved it so much growing up. Rest assured we will recommend you highly to anyone needing your help.

Jana & Delvin Neugebauer, February 2010 We cannot say enough about our experience. And to be honest, as much fun as we had learning to surf, Kelsey, Alejandro and Cesar and everyone else were the real treat for us. The people of Costa Rica are the most generous, open-hearted people we've ever encountered. We will never forget the birthday party and New Year's Eve and so much more.
I hope you all are doing well. We're cold and gray again and wish we were there!

Kathleen Stonaker, July 2009 The trip was AMAZING! We had the BEST time! Cesar was great - so helpful and patient! We really had a good time. Cesar helped us every step of the way and Roca Verde was beautiful. Everyone was so nice and helpful! I think Cesar had a good time with us too - LOL! We can't wait to have him visit us in NJ. Evelyn wants to introduce him to her daughter Francesca. Cesar saw her picture and he can't wait to meet her! We heard you are getting married - Congrats! I would LOVE to come back - I was just getting the hang of surfin in Dominical! Thank you so much for everything! Pura Vida,

Laila & Erik Hardy, April 2009 Alejandro, Jose was awesome, Nego was very sweet, the town was great and we really had a blast! We had the time of our life there. We left for Arenal and wished that we never left Dominical. Thank you for setting everything up and introducing us to all the good people there. We definitely have memories that will last for ever :0) I hope you are having a good semester! All my best, Laila & Erik Hardy

Aesha Bourouba, December 2008 Dear Alejandro and Gino, I hope this email finds you both doing well. I got home last night refreshed from a week in Paradise (also known as Dominical!) There were a few challenges to be sure but overall I had a wonderful time, met remarkable people (Gino and Alejandro's brother Fabian included) and made friends for life. I had a wonderful time overall and that will not change. So good a time in fact that I am planning to return in a few weeks :) Alejandro, I truly wish you the very best and much success with the surfing camp and with your nursing career. Thank you again for handling things the way you did and for allowing me this opportunity. I will be back and hope to meet you some day. Cheers and my warmest regards to you both and your families on this holiday season. Kindest regards, Aesha Bourouba

Kristin Stepp, Oct 08 Alejandro, I just wanted to thank u for helping to set up an unbelievable vacation for me! Dominical was so wonderful and I couldn't say enough amazing things about Gino! I felt so at home by everyone and am sooo stoked to improve my surfing before my next trip!! Thanks again!! Blessed, Kristin Stepp

Marcus Yoo, July 08 Hey Alejandro, It's Marcus. Came back from the trip. Had a great time over there in Dominical. Met up with Nelson, Jose, and Sarah. I did however got my meal tickets/coupons late so I didn't use them all but that was a trip well worth it. You never get waves like that in California. Anyway, just to let you know I'm back home safe and sound. Thanks, Marcus Yoo

Kirsten Chilstrom, June 08 Hey there, Thank you so much for everything! The trip was amazing and even more than I could have wanted in a 3 day trip to Costa Rica - truly couldn't have done it without your help! If you give me your mailing address I would love to send a proper thanks for the help and guidance :) The surfing lessons were great, I am sure Juan Carlos was sick of dealing with me and Aubrey by the end of the session, but he was so patient and helpful - good teacher! Also, Sarah at Tortilla Flats was lovely and super sweet to interact with on the trip. You will have to let me know when you are back down there - I am definitely planning another trip to the area and would love to get a chance to meet you! You come from a lovely town, Dominical is a mini paradise :) Best regards, Kirsten Chilstrom

Carissa & Gayle, May 08 Alejandro! How are you? How's school coming along? Gayle and I had a wonderful time in Dominical, and we can't thank you enough. Your hospitality was exceptional and the lessons you set us up with were beyond any expectations. Alvaro was fabulous. We loved the house too - it was just what we needed. If you are looking for another testimonial for your website, just let us know and we will be happy to send you something. Thanks again! Carissa & Gayle

Tom Falk, Arizona Costa Rica Surf Camp rules! I had so much fun in 2005 that I booked a return trip in 2006. CRSC took care of everything for me. Transportation from San Jose, lodging, tours, surfing at different beaches, nightlife activities.... all at the lowest prices available. Looking forward to coming back to Dominical again in 2007. Thanks CRSC

Rob, Arkansas I want you to know how much I enjoyed my trip to Dominical. It was unfortunate that my shoulder didn't hold up but it didn't prevent me from getting to know the wonderful local people and expats. Mention to Jose that I appreciated his instruction and enjoyed his company throughout the week.
Nego was also real nice and accommodating. My shoulder requires surgery in two weeks but I will rehab quickly and be back.

Thanks

PURA VIDA

Joseph Novak, New York Ale, muchas gracias para una semana santa en Dominical, tuve dias muy feliz y hermosa. (1.14-1.21)
Yo regresare. Quien sabe, puedo tenir exito surfendo! no lo menos con grande placer. Estoy listo, y la proxima vez vengo com mi sposa tambien.
pura vida

Haruko Tanaka, Los Angeles, CA As a woman travelling alone to Costa Rica for the first time, it was such a relief and reassurance for me to know that someone was awaiting me on the other end. I found the CR Surf School's website online and after emailing the school, everything snowballed from there. Ale arranged a ride for me from the San Jose airport to Dominical and a place to stay. He even called to confirm everything before I left Los Angeles. My surf lessons were a blast! Having really awesome instructors around made me feel safe and helped me go for waves I never would have before.
As a beginning surfer it seemed like an audacious dream to do a one woman surf trip to Costa Rica, but Ale and the CR Surf Camp totally helped make it come true.

Isabel Jolly, Oslo, Norway To Costa Rica Surf Camp, and all prospective students..

I don´t often write corny testimonials, but these people and this school deserve the highest recomendation. Here, if you wish, they give you a full comprehension of the different aspects of surfing. The basics; quickly explaining and persistantly guiding you through the paddling, the balance, getting up, turning. And they don´t just sit on their board next to you telling you what to do, or take off on all the good waves, the lesson is entirely devoted to you.
Then on to how to read waves, the safety issue, the different available boards and styles, and so on - depending on the extension of the lessons of course.
And, you can learn all this in spanish!

The great location does no harm either. It´s the nicest, smallest gathering of houses and people right on the beach, where you´r guaranteed to meet one or several of the instructors and strike up a chat, either it´s sipping a cafe con leche on a wood log on the beach or drinking a well deserved pilsen at days end.

Many thanks to Ale, Paisa, Cesar and Robert.

Jen Blair, Florida "Dominical is a place of wonder- the warmth of its locals, its
pristine beaches, and breathtaking sunsets are just the beginning. I
hope you fall in love, as I did."

Hannah Polak, Netherlands I really had a great time in Dominical!! I enjoyed everything so much..the weather, the people, the nature..So beautiful! Thanks for everything, and it was very nice meeting you!

Lots of greetings and take care!

Simon Dismore, Australia Pura Vida Alejandro!! Loved Costa Rica!!!!!! We got some ok waves - but above all what impressed me was the country, the people, the vibe! Can't thank-you enough!Alvaro was awesome, i also met with his family which was really nice.I'll be back soon and will be in contact, also will reccommend you guys to anyone travelling that way.

Cheers, Simon