Third Stop of the National Championship of Surfing of Costa Rica 2026: Guiones Nosara

You can catch the National Surf Circuit of Costa Rica in action at Playa Guiones, Nosara, from May 8–10, 2026, during the third stop of the season, where winners earn 1,500 championship points.

Overview of the Surf Competition in Guiones, Nosara
You can expect a tightly run national event that blends competitive structure with the reliable beach break conditions of Playa Guiones. The contest schedule, its role as the third stop on the national surf circuit, and the location itself shape how athletes and spectators experience these three days.

Key Dates and Event Schedule

You will see competition run from May 8 to May 10, 2026, with daily heats scheduled around tides and wind conditions at Playa Guiones. Organizers typically begin early in the morning to take advantage of cleaner offshore winds.

You will see defending open-class champions Sam Reidy and Rachel Aguero return with pressure to protect their lead. Other competitors arrive from earlier stops with clear strategies, knowing consistent results matter more than a single win.

Because this stop sits near the middle of the season, you often see more calculated surfing. Athletes manage risk carefully during each heat, balancing wave selection with point accumulation.

Defending Champions and Leading Contenders

Sam Reidy returns as the defending men’s champion. Rachel Aguero defends her women’s title with a focused approach.