Jacó, Costa Rica  ·  Surf Ministry

Raising Up Young Men of God Through Surfing, Brotherhood & Discipleship.

We are a surf ministry in Jacó, Costa Rica committed to making disciples — and we invite groups, families, and mission-minded people to come down, experience the work firsthand, and be part of something eternal.

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Who We Are

Changing a Town
From the Inside Out

We believe the best way to change a town is from the inside out — by discipling teenage boys to become strong, godly men who will lead their families and transform their community.

Jacó is a surf town with a powerful undercurrent of need. Young men without direction, without fathers, without purpose. We meet them in the water — and walk with them toward God.

This mission is bigger than one team. We welcome churches, families, and groups who want to come down to Jacó — to surf alongside these young men, serve the community, and see God at work in a place that needs it.

Our Mission

To make disciples by raising up young men who will honor God with their lives, lead their future families, and impact their community.

What We Do

  • Weekly surf meetups combining discipleship and training
  • Mentorship and biblical teaching for teenage boys
  • Brotherhood, accountability, and genuine community
  • Discipleship retreats for deeper growth and community
  • Group visits and mission trips welcome — come experience Jacó
4xRetreats/Year
52Weekly Sessions
100%Gospel Focused
Surfers in Jacó, Costa Rica

What We Offer

Our Programs

Three pillars that form young men from the inside out — in the water, in the Word, and in brotherhood.

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Weekly Gatherings

Every week in the water and in the Word — building skill, faith, and friendship.

  • Surf sessions with training and mentorship
  • Short devotional and biblical teaching
  • Brotherhood time and accountability
  • Open to all skill levels
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Discipleship Retreats

Four times a year we pull away from the routine to go deeper — in faith, in brotherhood, and in purpose.

  • Held quarterly throughout the year
  • Extended time in Scripture and community
  • Space to ask hard questions and grow
  • Open to visiting groups and families
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Discipleship Focus

Beyond surfing — we build men with purpose, direction, and a deep identity in Christ.

  • Identity in Christ and biblical foundation
  • Discipline, responsibility, and work ethic
  • Leadership development
  • Preparing for future family life

What's Coming

Upcoming Events

Mark your calendar. Come surf. Come grow. Bring your family, your small group, or your whole church.

Apr
19

Weekly Surf Session

Join us at the main break in Jacó for surfing, a short devotional, and brotherhood time. All ages welcome.

Weekly
May
10

Q2 Discipleship Retreat

Our quarterly retreat — a dedicated time to go deeper in faith, brotherhood, and purpose. Open to local youth and visiting groups.

Retreat
Apr
26

Weekly Surf Session

Another week in the water. Show up, paddle out, and grow together in faith and skill.

Weekly
Jun
TBD

Community Outreach Day

Special outreach event in Jacó — serving the community, sharing stories, and expanding the mission.

Outreach
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Join Us

Get Involved

Whether you surf, mentor, give, or want to bring your whole group down to Jacó — there is a place for you in this mission.

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For Students

  • Join weekly surf sessions — no experience needed
  • Build real friendships with other young men
  • Grow spiritually in a welcoming environment
  • Be part of something bigger than yourself
I Want to Join
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For Groups & Families

  • Bring your church, small group, or family to Jacó
  • Surf alongside the young men we're discipling
  • Serve the community and see the mission in action
  • All experience levels welcome — it's about showing up
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For Volunteers

  • Mentor young men in faith and life
  • Help with events, logistics, and discipleship
  • Share your skills — surfing, teaching, or serving
  • Be a consistent, godly presence in their lives
Volunteer With Us
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For Supporters

  • Pray for the young men and the ministry
  • Give financially to fund the mission
  • Partner with us for long-term impact
  • Sponsor a student's participation
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Transformed Lives

Stories of Change

These are the real reasons we show up every week. Lives changed by God through surfing, brotherhood, and discipleship.

Before I found this ministry, I had no direction. I was just drifting. Now I know who I am in Christ — and I know where I'm going. The guys here are my brothers.

Carlos, 17

Student, Jacó

I came for the surfing and stayed for everything else. The conversations, the mentorship, the faith — this place changed my life more than anything I've ever experienced.

Diego, 19

Former Student, now Volunteer

As a supporter from the States, I've watched this ministry transform young men in ways I could never have imagined. The surf is the door — and Jesus is what's on the other side.

Mark T.

Ministry Partner, USA

Our Foundation

Statement of Faith

"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you."

Matthew 28:19–20

The Bible

We believe the Scripture is the inspired, authoritative Word of God — our foundation for faith and life.

Jesus Christ

We believe Jesus is the Son of God — fully God, fully man — who died for our sin and rose again.

The Church

We believe in the local church as the body of Christ, called to make disciples and serve one another.

Discipleship

We believe every man is called to grow in Christ — and that biblical manhood is the world's greatest need.

Reach Out

Contact Us

Have questions about the ministry? Ready to get involved? Want to arrange a visit? We'd love to hear from you.

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Location

Jacó, Puntarenas, Costa Rica

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Phone

+1 (000) 000-0000

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Email

hello@saltshoreministries.org

"We are not just a surf club — we are a family built on faith. If God is tugging at your heart toward this mission, trust that. Reach out. Let's talk."