Tampa Am Qualifier at Surf Ranch Resort

San Juan del Sur is about to light up with adrenaline, wheels, and pure Central American energy as the Central American Skate Competition returns to Surf Ranch Resort from December 5–7, 2025. This isn’t just another contest — it’s the official Tampa Am qualifier, the golden ticket for the region’s best skaters to earn a coveted spot at the legendary event in the United States.

Backdropped by palm trees and Pacific breeze, the Central American Skate Competition brings together the continent’s rising stars, global skate icons serving as judges, and international media outlets ready to broadcast history. If you’re anywhere near San Juan del Sur this weekend, the universe is basically telling you: don’t miss this.

🛹 Event Overview: What You Need to Know

The Central American Skate Competition is set to be the biggest skate event Nicaragua has ever hosted — and here’s why:

• Official Tampa Am Qualifier: The winner earns a direct spot at Tampa Am 2026, one of the most prestigious amateur contests in the world.
• Dates: December 5–7, 2025.
• Venue: The Surf Ranch Skatepark, nestled inside Surf Ranch Hotel & Resort — Nicaragua’s largest and most versatile skatepark.
• Talent Pool: Expect the fiercest competition yet, with skaters representing Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador, Panama, Guatemala, and other Latin American countries.
• Massive Media Coverage: TransWorld Skateboarding and Skateboard Magazine will be on-site capturing every moment for the global audience.
• Pro-Level Judging Panel: Legends like Wes Kremer, Chico Brenes, and Blair Alley are stepping behind the clipboards.
• Live Streaming: Every heat, every trick, every moment of glory will be streamed live from Surf Ranch.

The Central American Skate Competition isn’t just a contest — it’s a cultural milestone for Nicaragua.

🌴 Why Surf Ranch Resort Is the Perfect Host

There’s a reason the Central American Skate Competition keeps returning to Surf Ranch Resort: it’s built for this level of intensity and talent.

• Nicaragua’s Largest Skatepark: Designed for beginners, amateurs, and pros — with bowls, rails, quarter pipes, and competition-sized features.
• International-Grade Layout: The park was intentionally crafted to support events just like the Central American Skate Competition, making it a magnet for elite skaters.
• Resort Access: On-site rooms, restaurants, pool, and event areas create a full festival atmosphere.
• Discount for Attendees: Guests can book rooms using promo code SKATECENTRAL to join the action up close.

This year’s Central American Skate Competition will bring in heavy tourism, regional talent, and a vibrant exchange of culture and creativity — all centered right here in San Juan del Sur.

📅 Event Schedule (At a Glance)

Friday, December 5:

• Opening day
• Park sessions & meetups
• Early qualifying rounds
• Community events

Saturday, December 6:

• Full qualifier day
• Youth Amateur, Youth Open, Chicas, AM, and Open divisions
• Live music, food vendors, and cultural exchange

Sunday, December 7:

• Semifinals & Finals
• Best Trick competitions
• Awards ceremony
• After-party celebration

The entire weekend will be live-streamed — giving viewers worldwide a front-row seat to the Central American Skate Competition.

🌿 Sunday Funday After-Party at TreeCasa Resort

No Central American Skate Competition weekend is complete without the legendary Sunday Funday After-Party at TreeCasa Resort (BUY TICKETS HERE)— and this year, it’s shaping up to be the biggest one yet. After the finals, best-trick showdown, and award ceremonies wrap at Surf Ranch, the entire skate community migrates into the jungle canopy for a celebration that only TreeCasa knows how to throw.

What to Expect at the TreeCasa Sunday Event

• DJ sets & live music flowing through the treetops
• A massive pool scene — swimmers, floaters, cliff-jumpers, the whole TreeCasa vibe
• Food & drink specials all afternoon
• Athletes, pros, judges, media teams and fans all gathering under one roof
• Community energy mixing with tropical jungle magic

TreeCasa is famous for turning normal Sundays into mythical stories. During the Central American Skate Competition, that dial gets turned all the way up. Think: sunset light-rays cutting through the giant trees, beats rolling across the valley, skaters decompressing in the pool while Wes Kremer and Chico Brenes talk shop on the deck.

Why TreeCasa Is the Official After-Party Spot

• It’s one of San Juan del Sur’s premier eco-resorts
• It’s just far enough outside town to feel like a secret temple
• It naturally attracts athletes, artists, creatives, and adventurers
• The resort’s open-air jungle architecture creates an unbeatable vibe

This Sunday Funday isn’t about who won, who lost, or who stuck the gnarliest trick. It’s about community — the whole heart behind the Central American Skate Competition. A moment where all divisions disappear, everyone’s guard drops, and the region’s most talented skaters and supporters celebrate the movement together.

If you’re planning to attend the Central American Skate Competition, TreeCasa is your chance to cap the weekend with some pure jungle bliss.

🏡 What This Means for San Juan del Sur (and Local Real Estate)

Events like the Central American Skate Competition are part of the growing wave of cultural, athletic, and tourism-driven energy turning San Juan del Sur into one of Central America’s most desirable expat towns.

For buyers from the U.S. and Canada, this is one more reminder of why investing here is so compelling:

• A community vibrant with international events
• A booming surf, skate, and adventure culture
• Increasing demand for vacation rentals and boutique accommodations
• Strong tourism tied to sports and lifestyle experiences
• A town that draws digital nomads, athletes, creatives, retirees, and families

If you’re thinking of buying property in Nicaragua — or want guidance on neighborhoods like Escamequita, Playa Maderas, Pacific Marlin, or Remanso — explore listings at Property-Nicaragua.com or reach out directly. The door to the lifestyle you’re craving might already be open.

✨ Final Thoughts

The Central American Skate Competition is more than a contest — it’s a celebration of movement, culture, youthful grit, and Nicaragua’s rising profile in the global skate scene. Surf Ranch will be pulsing with energy, music, talent, and community all weekend long.

And if the rhythm of this town calls to you — if you feel that pull toward sunsets, surf, and spirited gatherings — let’s explore what life could look like for you here.

Book a call with me anytime.
Your future in Nicaragua might just roll in on four wheels and a good tailwind.