About us

Warm welcome to Riding the Wave of Wellness, a place that embraces the essence of Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Our founder, Verónica Espinoza Castillo, is a senior psychology undergraduate who loves the ocean and shares in the surf lifestyle that unites our community. At the heart of our mission lies a deep belief in the transformative power of the ocean.

Our purpose is simple: to guide you towards balance, clarity, and inner peace, as to make the healing benefits of surfing accessible to all. Surfing, being an ocean-bound activity, offers diverse and significant mental benefits. By combining the sport's inherent mental and physical advantages with practices like mindfulness and yoga, our program aims to create a secure space for healing and connection. We are dedicated to helping you cultivate a positive and resilient mindset.

We invite you to join us on this adventure and experience the thrill of riding the wave of wellness.

Our Service

We utilize the ocean and the act of surfing to promote healing, personal growth, and well-being.  We have carefully chosen the best surf coaches around the area so you can be sure that the service you will receive will always be the best and personalized so that you can simply leave everything in our hands and enjoy the moment here and now. In our sessions we will spend most of the time on land talking-learning, meditating, learning breathing techniques, improving skills, journaling & most of all doing introspective work before entering the water to have fun.
Everyone is invited:

✓ Boost confidence and resilience

✓ Stress reduction

✓ Empowerment and connection

It goes beyond the physical aspect of riding waves and taps into the emotional, psychological, and spiritual benefits that surfing can offer, it's a evidence -based experiential therapy that has shown a lot of benefits in the mental health area. 

Ride the path to healing and growth in a whole different way.

Step by step

We write in the journal three intentions to focus on during the session.

We usually start with a calming meditation and breathwork practice.

We do surfing stretches.

Then if you're ready it's time to surf!

Our friendly instructors will help you ride the waves, whether you're new or experienced. Connect with the ocean's energy and have a blast!

Surfing is more than a sport – it's a way to explore your feelings.

After surfing, we chat about how you felt, some introspection work. It's a safe space to share and write your experience in your journal.

Then we end with a peaceful meditation.

Then If you like we encourage you to book a yoga session for later and fully immerse yourself in the program.

Our sessions are well-being in motion, we thrive with one wave at a time! Join us!

Our Wave Riders Testimonials

  • Sabrina Napoli

    Taking a lesson with Vero was such a “breakthrough” moment for me! With such patience, guidance, and encouragement, Vero helped me work through mental barriers and guided me on improvements in my surf technique that were instantly noticeable. Small changes in my technique, how to read the waves better and timing, and confidence in the line up were my biggest takeaways. I am looking forward to taking monthly lessons to keep improving.

  • Hue Thien Ta

    I had an incredible experience today during my very first surf therapy session. Verónica ensured we felt safe and comfortable while sharing valuable tips to improve our surfing skills. She helped us explore and understand our emotions/feelings to overcome our challenges in the ocean and surfing. Looking forward to make this a regular thing!!! ✨

  • Monique Weese

    I'm SO grateful I found the RTWOW program! Verónica and her team are kind, helpful and fun! Verónica always has a positive attitude and makes surf lessons enjoyable. The lessons feels like a safe space emotionally and physically. Focusing on the emotional aspects of surfing feels like a misstep for many surfers, but this program nails it on the head. This program is so much more than just surfing... I highly recommend this experience!

  • Elise Myers

    I am a beginner surfer and I was in a surfing accident a couple years ago, so I was very nervous to go out for the first time since the accident. I also have never done anything "therapy" related, and I wasn't sure what to expect. Both Sherri and Veronica were calming, grounding and incredible humans, and I immediately felt very comfortable! On land, Verónica asked about myself and my story, we set intentions and she was very thorough with her teaching. Sherri also had an incredible joyful and calming presence. She did a fabulous job explaining somatic breathing and teaching us how to do it as beginners. I have to admit, being in the water is a humbling experience but riding a wave and walking out of the water feeling accomplished and empower is unlike any other feeling! I no longer feel scared. I love the added component of mental health.

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Our Services

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The Team

  • Verónica Espinoza

    Founder/Surf Therapy Instructor & Psychologist

  • Sherri Beckerson

    Holistic Coach

  • Helena Ferreira

    Yoga Teacher & Gerontologist

  • Camila López

    Certified Yoga Teacher

  • Kike Berrocal

    Surf Instructor

  • Luis Alfredo

    Surf Instructor

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Contact us

Ready to ride the waves of wellness with us? We're here to answer all your questions and help you take the plunge into a transformative experience. Feel free to reach out. Whether you're seeking information or ready to book a session, our team is excited to assist you. Don't miss out on the opportunity.

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Give Us a Call

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+506 85588336