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Cabarete, Dominican Republic
Playa Encuentro
Known as the surf capital of the Dominican Republic, Playa Encuentro is excellent for beginners to advanced surfers. Consistent waves all year-round make it the perfect surf spot. Encuentro’s laid-back vibe and stunning sunsets gives you a true taste of island life.
The waves
Destroyer: Shallow, fast and hollow left hander which offer barrel sections, experienced surfers only.
La Izquierda: Long left-hander, perfect for radical manoeuvers. For confident and experienced surfers only.
The Main Peak - The right: Really consistent. Long mellow right with many take off spots. Suitable for confident and experienced surfers.
Bobo’s Point: The inside, beginners area, is a soft, easy wave for beginners and apprentice surfers. The main peak can be faster and more challenging, attracting more confident surfers.
Coco Pipe: Fast and shallow mix of left and right-hand waves, suitable for experienced surfers only.
Wave seasons
November to April
The north swells bring beautiful surfing conditions to Encuentro. Long periods of swell as well as mild winds makes it the best period to come surfing.
May to August
Offer weaker and smaller conditions due to the wind swells coming from the east. They can be a good option to start catching small green waves for an apprentice surfer.
September & October
Are special months of the year in Encuentro. The crowd and vibe are chill, while hurricane swells bring amazing waves from time to time, making it a perfect moment of the year to surf and relax.
Boutique Hotel
El Encuentro Surf Lodge
El Encuentro Surf Lodge, just next door to Parallel Surf, is a unique boutique concept offering double rooms, superior studios, beach bungalows and vacation villas.

All located in front, or in walking distance of Playa Encuentro between Cabarete and Sosua on the marvelous north coast of the Dominican Republic.
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Playa Encuentro, Dominican Republic
About Parallel Surf
Parallel Surf, a surf school in Cabarete, Dominican Republic, is the perfect place for anyone eager to learn how to surf or take their skills to the next level. Playa Encuentro, known for its consistent waves and stunning scenery, attracts surfers from al ove the world.

At Parallel Surf, we offer surf lessons tailored to your needs, using video analysis to accelerate you progress and refine your technique. Our ISA-certified instructors teach you technical skills, ocean awareness and surfing knowledge in order to ride waves. Our holistic approach also includes surfskate, mobility flow, yoga, and even ice baths for recovery.

Join us at Parallel Surf and discover by yourself.
Our Mission
As a premium surf school, Parallel Surf empowers you to enhance your surfing.
Our Vision
Parallel Surf is the leading surf school in the Caribbean.
Values
Service of Excellence, Reliability, Safety
Our Slogan
Empower yourself.
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