Surf the world like a local
What do we offer?
At Thermal we offer a full range of coaching programs, experiences & surf trips for all skill levels. No mater what your looking for we have it, if we don’t we’ll create it for you!
Exclusive, VIP experience at World Surf League competitive events with access to the VIP area, meet WSL athletes, and surfing with former WSL professional surfers as guides.
Just starting out?
Our Surfer Development Program puts you on the fast track to the next level thanks to in-water coaching, video analysis, and a 2:1 student-to-teacher ratio.
Private, guided surf adventures
The world’s most respected local guides, one-of-a-kind authentic experiences, and hand-picked surf lodging with soul.
Discover surfing’s best-kept secret
Behind every iconic surf film is a local guide making it all happen. These men and women are the key to making our adventures truly unforgettable.
Pablo Narvaez
Oaxaca, Mexico
Maryam el Gardoum
Taghazout, Morocco
Eddie Salazar
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Alan Burke
Barbados
Mayköl Espinoza
Osa, Costa Rica
Suri Barrera
La Libertad, El Salvador
More surfing, less guesswork
Access
unknown spots
No surf cam? No problem. With our guides you can expect to surf waves that aren’t on everyone’s radar.
Surf your
perfect wave
Maximize
your time
Our guides make sure you spend less time trying to pick the spot and dial it in, and more time scoring.
Leave the
phone behind
Forecasts aren’t foolproof. Lean on your guide’s decades of experience to find the best waves as conditions change.
Say goodbye to tourist traps
Let your personal surf guide welcome you into their world. Experience an authentic side of local life few surfers ever see.
Experience sustainable farming in Barbados
Taste regional dishes cooked over an open-flame in Oaxaca
Ride historic Hawaiian boards on the North Shore
Explore remote corners of the Galapagos
Hand-picked villas and boutique hotels
Our trips include stays at soulful, locally-owned villas and boutique hotels — chosen for their proximity to the surf, luxurious amenities and relaxed local style.
“There's nobody else offering this kind of experience.”
— Scott, United States