Who Can Join Our Lessons?

Kids (5–10 Years) High-safety 2:1 ratio specifically for young punta mita surfing students. Adults & Seniors Personalized coaching adapted to all ages at the best Punta Mita surf breaks.

Punta Mita surf lessons at La Lancha

Punta Mita · Surf Lessons

Learn to Surf at La Lancha, Punta Mita

Experience the joy of the ocean with Punta Mita surf lessons designed for all levels. With the warm, inviting waters of Punta Mita Mexico surfing, every surfer can enjoy catching waves in paradise — from first-timers to intermediate riders.

We specialize in the famous La Lancha surf break, where gentle waves and a soft sandbar create the ideal playground for learning. Whether it’s your first time surfing in Punta Mita or you’re progressing your skills, we make sure every session is easy, safe, and full of stoke.

Why surfers choose us

Why Surfers Love Our Surf Lessons Punta Mita

Safety First

Small groups (4:1 ratio) ensure constant supervision for a worry-free Punta Mita surf experience.

Expert Coaches

Local experts in punta mita surfing who know every break and love teaching beginners and intermediate surfers.

Total Comfort

We provide soft-top boards and rash guards for all punta mita surf breaks.

Easy Access

Hassle-free transport included to the best punta de mita surf spots.

Join the favorite punta mita surf camp for all levels.

Punta Mita

Young surfer riding her first wave at Playa La Lancha — Punta Mita surf lesson with WildMex in Nayarit, Mexico — Catching her first wave at Playa La Lancha

Two surf students celebrating with a high-five after their Punta Mita surf lesson at Playa La Lancha with WildMex — Celebrating after a surf lesson at Playa La Lancha

Surfer walking out of the water with her surfboard at Playa La Lancha — WildMex surf lesson in Punta Mita — Rinsing off after the surf lesson at Playa La Lancha

Group of surf students walking along Playa La Lancha beach before their Punta Mita surf lesson with WildMex — The WildMex group on Playa La Lancha before paddling out

Group photo of surf students with their boards after a group surf lesson at Playa La Lancha — WildMex Punta Mita — The WildMex group after their surf lesson at Playa La Lancha

Estuary and mangrove landscape near Playa La Lancha in Punta Mita, Nayarit — part of the jungle trail to the surf break — The estuary along the trail to Playa La Lancha

Surfer riding a green wave at Playa La Lancha — WildMex surf coaching in Punta Mita, Nayarit — Riding a green wave at Playa La Lancha

Two friends walking toward the ocean with surfboards at Playa La Lancha — Punta Mita surf session with WildMex — Sharing a surf session with friends at Playa La Lancha

Tropical vegetation forming a natural arch on the trail to Playa La Lancha — looking back from the beach in Punta Mita — The natural arch of vegetation on the trail to Playa La Lancha

Two WildMex surf instructors and two students after a group lesson at Playa La Lancha — Punta Mita surf school — Two WildMex instructors and their students on Playa La Lancha after the lesson

How it works

Punta Mita Surf Lesson Step by Step

A proven progression — from dry land to your first green wave.

Land Practice

Master the pop-up mechanics before hitting the Punta Mita surf lineup.

Wave Reading

Technical drills to master surfing in Punta Mita etiquette and positioning.

In-Water Coaching

Real-time guidance and wave selection at the La Lancha surf break.

Ride Perfection

Rapid progression through professional Punta Mita surf lessons.

Steps From Playa La Lancha

Our HQ is the strategic starting point for Punta Mita Mexico surfing. We provide specialized transportation directly to the Playa La Lancha jungle path.

Format & Schedule

Lesson Format & Meeting Points

How long it takes, when we start, and where we pick you up.

First timers → Adv-Beginner

Duration 3 Hours 2h surfing + 1h gear setup, jungle walk & rinse off.

Daily Times 8:30 · 11:30 · 2:30 Year-round lessons at La Lancha.

Level All Levels From first waves to advanced turns.

Sayulita

Departure 8:00 AM

Departure 11:00 AM

Departure 2:00 PM

Punta Mita

Departure 8:30 AM

Departure 11:30 AM

Departure 2:30 PM

San Pancho

Departure 7:45 AM

Departure 10:45 AM

Departure 1:45 PM

Coached Surf Trips

Level Intermediate to Advanced

Punta Mita · Guided Sessions

Surf Like Never Before with Coached Surf Trips in Punta Mita

One of the best places to learn to surf — guided by WildMex local experts.

Transportation
Rash Guard
Surfboard Rental
Surf Coaching

Whether you're with or without surfing experience, wanting to improve your water skills during your vacation, our experienced instructors use their local knowledge to find the right break for you and your surfing ability on the given ocean conditions.

These surf trips are always coached/guided, meaning WildMex instructors are always there to help you throughout the session. Some of the greatest perks in the area are the boat-accessible surf breaks, which host waves for different ability levels. Depending on the conditions, we will help you choose between land-accessed or boat-accessed breaks to get you surfing like never before.

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Half & full day Local expert guides

Find us on the coast

Three Surf Headquarters in Nayarit

Visit WildMex in Punta Mita, Sayulita or San Pancho — surf lessons, rentals and adventures from the heart of the Riviera Nayarit.

Punta Mita · La Lancha

Getting to our Punta Mita Headquarters

The WildMex office in Punta Mita is located near the famous La Lancha surf break, offering a prime spot for surfers and travelers.

Next to PEMEX & OXXO
Free parking available

Sayulita · Town Center

Getting to our Sayulita Headquarters

WildMex Sayulita is centrally located and easily accessible from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR), serving international travelers.

28 miles north of PVR
Free safe parking

San Pancho · Nayarit

Getting to our San Pancho Headquarters

WildMex Surf School & Adventure Center, Av. Tercer Mundo 58, 63729 San Francisco, Nayarit.

Check-in at the shop
Transport to La Lancha

Punta Mita · Surf Lessons FAQ

Surf Lessons in Punta Mita:
What You Need to Know

Answers to the most common questions about booking and taking surf lessons in Punta Mita and La Lancha.

How long does a surf lesson take?

The total duration varies by location and departure point. The time listed includes check-in and waiver, equipment setup and board selection, land lesson and surf theory, time in the water, and (when applicable) transportation or the walk to and from the beach.

La Lancha 3 hours

Equipment setup, land lesson and surf theory, jungle walk to the beach, approximately 1 h 45 min in the water, and time to rinse off.

Sayulita 2 hours

Equipment setup, land lesson and surf theory, and approximately 1 h 45 min in the water.

San Pancho 2 hours

Equipment setup, land lesson and surf theory, and approximately 1 h 45 min in the water.

La Lancha From Sayulita

4 hours

Round-trip transportation from Sayulita, equipment setup, land lesson and surf theory, jungle walk to the beach, and approximately 1 h 45 min in the water.

La Lancha From San Pancho

4 hours

Round-trip transportation from San Pancho, equipment setup, land lesson and surf theory, jungle walk to the beach, and approximately 1 h 45 min in the water.

Do I need prior experience to surf?

No prior experience is required. The majority of guests are first-timers. Certified instructors teach in small groups (max 4 people per instructor). Sayulita and La Lancha offer waves suited to catching a first ride, and lessons cover the pop-up through ocean reading.

Can surf lessons be tailored to intermediate surfers?

Yes. WildMex collects details on age, height, weight, and surfing experience to place guests appropriately according to their skill level. Intermediate surfers work on turns, wave selection and positioning rather than the basics.

What is included in a surf lesson?

Every lesson includes surfboard and leash, rash guard (wetsuit in winter), ISA-certified coaching, and transport to the break when applicable. Lessons run in small groups with a maximum of 4 students per instructor.

What should I bring to my surf lesson?

Swimsuit, towel, reef-safe sunscreen, and a bottle of water. We provide boards, rash guards, and all safety gear. Sandals are useful for the jungle walk to La Lancha. Leave valuables at the shop — storage is available at check-in.

Are surf lessons safe for kids?

Lessons for children ages 5–10 run with a 2:1 student-to-instructor ratio. Kids train in the shallows at La Lancha where the sandbar creates small, broken waves. Basic swimming ability is required for all students, including children.

What happens if the surf conditions are not suitable?

Instructors check the swell, wind and tide before every session. If conditions at La Lancha are not suitable for the group level, the lesson is moved to a sheltered break within the same area, or rescheduled for the next available time slot at no extra cost.

What is the cancellation or rescheduling policy for lessons?

Lessons can be cancelled or rescheduled free of charge up to 14 days before the booking date. Inside 14 days, the deposit converts into credit for a future lesson. Same-day cancellations due to illness or injury are handled case by case by the WildMex team.

When do surf lessons begin if I arrive in the evening?

Lessons are scheduled to begin the day after arrival, so guests have time to settle in and complete check-in. Morning sessions depart at 8:30 AM from Punta Mita, 8:00 AM from Sayulita, and 7:45 AM from San Pancho.

What should I do if the Stripe payment link does not work?

Contact the WildMex team by email or WhatsApp. A new payment link will be generated and sent to the same email address used for the booking. If the issue persists, the team can process the payment over the phone or in person at any of the three headquarters.

Punta Mita surf lessons at La Lancha