Meet our team of fun and experienced instructors, guides, massage therapist, and all around awesome people!! We look forward to meeting you!
Meet The Team
Jane Doe
kate steffanich
manager, massage Therapist, surf instructor
Nikola ruhlow
Surf instructor, Tour Guide
Pato started Pato's Surf School in 2010 with the hopes of introducing as many people as he could to the sport he loved. When he's not working, Pato enjoys fishing, constructing, and working in his garden with his animals at his side.
Owner, Surf Instructor, Guide
Pato Suarez
Originally from Montana, Kate came to Samara to attend the Costa Rica School of Massage Therapy. She balances her work as a massage therapist, teacher, and surf instructor with surf sessions, reading, and hanging out with her many animals.
Manager, Massage Therapist, Surf Instructor, Guide
Kate steffanich
Native to Samara, Dorian is one of Costa Rica's top long boarders and has been giving surf lessons for 5 years. Some of his greatest achievements include Costa Rican national longboard champion in 2017, and most recently 2nd place in San Diego's Vans Open in 2018.
Surf Instructor, Guide
dorian torres
Surf Instructor, Guide
elder espinoza
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Born and raised in Estrada, about 20 minutes from Samara, Elder grew up surfing some of the best waves in the area. He is ISA and first aid certified, and enjoys surfing and spending time with his family.
Surf Instructor
mairin torr
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Mairin started surfing in her hometown of Santa Cruz, CA when she was 5 years old and from that moment on it has been one of her life's passions. She's competed in various tournaments around the world since the age of 12 and has been giving lessons for the past 6 years.
Surf Instructor, Guide
Nikola Ruhlow
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Nicky been surfing for over 20 years and teaching people how to surf for 10 years. He is ISA, lifeguard, and first aid certified. He made Costa Rica's National Junior selection between 2006-2008, and was the 2nd place finisher in Central America's Junior Competition in 2007. Nicky also has a degree from the University of Costa Rica in trade and administration. When not giving lessons, Nicky works as a real estate agent with Coldwell Bankers in Samara.