Wilmer Vargas

Wilmer Vargas López grew up in Punta Banco, a small beachside community outside of Pavones, Costa Rica, where his family has lived for generations. Wilmer was raised next to the ocean and as a kid watched on as his father dedicated his life to his work in sustainable tourism and agriculture, while his mom cared for him and his brothers at home.

Wilmer knew at a young age that he really wanted to surf! He lived so close to the ocean and watched other locals (including his dad) with their surfboards and just had to give it a try. At only 7 years old Wilmer fell in love with surfing and the feeling when you can forget what is happening on land and just focus on catching the best waves.

Wilmer remembers beginning to surf alongside his dad and learning from him, and he also remembers when the sport became a real passion in his life and he knew he wanted to share it with others. Surfing is a huge part of Wilmer’s world and he’s so happy and grateful to have grown up where he did. It’s just another way he’s been able to really appreciate and enjoy his family’s home, the little slice of paradise Punta Banco, Costa Rica.