Nosara CR Surf School owner Maikol about the early days

Maikol describes the humble beginnings of Nosara CR Surf School, explaining that he and his team launched the kids camp with minimal resources—starting with just five or six secondhand boards purchased from Safari. Jeffrey from Safari played a crucial role by providing boards in great condition, allowing them to begin operations while managing their initial expenses of paying for the first month and website costs.

Beyond the logistics of startup, Maikol emphasizes the core philosophy driving his teaching approach. He recounts specific examples, such as working with Courtney, who initially felt nervous but gradually built confidence through consistent lessons until she was catching and riding green waves successfully. This pattern, he notes, has repeated with many clients who return consistently and develop confidence in the water.

Maikol's broader vision extends beyond individual surf instruction to community building. He advocates for replacing judgment and anger with dialogue and collective support, suggesting that instead of getting mad at other surfers, the community should come together and talk constructively. He also expresses a commitment to giving back to the local community, explicitly stating he asks for support not for personal gain but to help schools, kids, and community needs. He concludes with a philosophy of mutual learning—acknowledging that he's learned from many people in Nosara just as others have learned from him—and calls for unity and family-like support within the community rather than division.