Costa Rica Rainforest Outward Bound School
San Jose, Costa Rica
http://www.crrobs.org/

Certified outdoor leader

Become a certified outdoor leader in 60 days. High-energy and motivation are necessary to face the life-changing opportunities that will challenge course participants. Learn how to be a top-notch land instructor, whitewater rafting guide, surf instructor, and how to save lives in a wilderness setting. Receive nine professional certifications in only 60 days....
 

Snorkel through reefs in Central America’s most geologically diverse region after hiking through the Caribbean lowlands, which is home to a spectrum of wildlife, flora and fauna, and the indigenous Cabecar and Bribri tribes. After exploring breathtaking Bocas del Toro, grab a paddle and whitewater raft down the world-famous Pacuare River....
 

Wilderness junkies will revel in outdoor activities while studying Spanish. Through Spanish immersion you will learn grammar, vocabulary and regional dialects while practicing your language skills with locals at Mestizo homestays, zip-ling through upper rainforest canopy, peering into the caldera of a giant volcano, and trekking through rainforests....
 

Relish in warm water and double-overhead barrels on uncrowded black and white sand beaches while integrating hiking and fitness routines at once-off surf spots. Our fifteen day courses are ideal for beginners or lifers and integrate all the technical aspects of catching a wave. In addition to learning surf technique, our experience surf instructors will provide insight into ocean and coastal ec......
 

Intense bursts of adrenaline abound during these 24-day adventures through tropical rainforests, warm Pacific waters, and turbulent Class IV rapids. Explore Costa Rica’s dynamic biodiversity while learning Spanish, camping under the stars, and helping preserve the country that will drastically change your outlook on life....
 

Break away from your studies and come to Costa Rica for an awesome Surf & Sea Turtle Adventure! On this course you will visit a variety of world-class beaches, camp out on the sand, and spend your days learning how to surf or perfecting your skills. You will also visit one of Costa Rica’s protected turtle refuges and take part in the turtles�fragile and vital nesting event which occurs yearl......
 

During the Sea-Kayaking Paddle Adventure you will visit Costa Rica’s beautiful beaches for an unforgettable camping and kayaking experience. You will camping on the sand and under the stars at empty, isolated beaches. You will explore remote offshore islands around the Nicoya Peninsula away from the rest of the tourist groups, viewing marine wildlife like sea birds, turtles and marine life......
 

Surfing is not just a pop culture of sunglasses, tans, hard bodies and bikinis, and it is certainly not just for kids! Surfing is about forward planning, connecting with the forces of nature, and harnessing them to propel you towards new challenges and great personal growth. CRROBS offers adult adventures with a focus on personal development and reflection. The theme of this adult adventure is......
 

Enrich your life, meet new people, expand your horizons and, most importantly, don’t let the kids have all the fun! CRROBS offers adult adventures with a focus on personal development and reflection. The theme of this adult adventure is "reconnecting with nature", which integrates the cutting edge field of applied eco-psychology with the world-class natural beauty and biodiversit......
 

Whether you are just beginning or have had some time in the water, you are certain to develop your surfing skills on some of the most incredible surf in the world. In order to develop the most well rounded surfer possible, our staff implements a holistic instructional approach concentrating on surfing aspects such as lunar phases, wave formations, coastal ecology and traditional surf philosophi......
 

The leadership semester is a way for you, the student, to learn the valuable skills needed to be an instructor. You will rappel down waterfalls, kayak through huge rapids, hike the Costa Rican backcountry, raft down the rivers, and surf the waves of the Nicoya Peninsula. You will hang out with the locals, learn the logistics of leading a group through the wilderness and begin to understand your......
 

OUR GOAL is to provide an alternative learning environment that inspires personal growth through academics and adventure activities while actively promoting conservation of Costa Rica’s natural resources. The purpose of The Spanish Immersion Adventure (SIA) is to develop a well rounded individual that can handle themselves in a multitude of settings ranging from academics to personal growt......
 

Learning Spanish is sure to increase the enjoyment and interaction of your Costa Rican experience and bring you closer to a true understanding of the country in which you explore; and the best part is, you don¡¯t have to have any knowledge of Spanish to take this course! Our Spanish emphasis course enjoys all of the outdoor splendor of the multi-element course, for which CRROBS is famous for,......
 

For the avid nature lover the Reef and Rainforest course offers incredible diversity of wildlife, culture, and environments. The adventure begins with a hike through the legendary Caribbean rainforest, home to an array of rare animals, birds and insects. It is also home to the Cabecar indigenous inhabitants of this remote area. The Cabecar have coexisted with the forests for hundreds of yea......
 

Enter the tube, mind, body and soul. We have surfed the warm water barrels from Nicaragua to Panama to find a diverse array of remote breaks, free from the distraction of crowds and nightlife. Our instructors will teach you to be a better surfer both on and off the board, no matter what your skill level. You will become a functioning member of a self-sufficient group; camping in remote areas, p......
 

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