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Beginner Surf Spots

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Gentle breaks and beginner-friendly schools in Puerto Escondido to learn on before working up to Zicatela's Pipeline.
Playa Carrizalillo
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Playa Carrizalillo

Sheltered cove, gentle waves the go-to beginner beach in Puerto.

Lucy Surf School
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Lucy Surf School

Beginner and intermediate lessons at Playa Carrizalillo.

Pacific Surf Academy
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Pacific Surf Academy

Surf school and camps welcoming beginners, Surfbreaker discount available.

Surf School Punta Zicatela
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Surf School Punta Zicatela

Lessons for beginners and advanced surfers alike, board rentals available.

Vidasurf Ecotours
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Vidasurf Ecotours

Surf school and travel agency running camps and lessons in Puerto Escondido.

Manzanillo Beach
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Manzanillo Beach

Calmer water, good for building confidence between lessons.