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25 July 2023

Introducing breathwork, balance, confidence and recovery training to our Costa Rica surf camp

We've added a brand new dimension to our Costa Rica Camp this February. We'll be exploring Breathwork, Balance, Confidence and Recovery training. This is the ultimate land and pool-based surf preparation training!

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20 May 2024

Top Tips for Pre Surfing Rituals

Top tips from Women + Waves lead coach Courtenay for pre-surfing rituals. Whether you’re gearing up for an epic surfing trip with Women + Waves or heading out for an independent surf session, proper preparation is key to enjoying your time in the waves. Our expert lead surf coach, Courtenay, shares her top tips for […]

08 May 2024

Learning to Surf Aged 40 and Beyond

Are you wondering if you can learn to surf over the age of 40? Absolutely! Age shouldn't deter you from embracing the exhilarating world of surfing. At Women + Waves we teach women to surf from 8-80.

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19 December 2023

What type of surf trip are you?

With surf tourism exploding and an ever-growing list of places to visit next, choosing a destination for your next trip can feel like a huge task. Luckily for you, we’ve put together this handy guide to help you pick a trip that suits you and all your surfing dreams! Do you like your surf trips with a side of R&R? We’ve got you covered. Looking for somewhere with consistent conditions but on a tight budget? No problemo amigo. Seeking uncrowded lineups but don’t know where to find them? We know just the place. Keep reading to start your next surf adventure with us!

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02 October 2023

Dear Lily, where would you recommend to surf abroad without going too far outside my comfort zone?

Dear Lily, I’m planning my first surf trip abroad but I don’t know which place is best for my level. I’m confident enough to surf alone, I can catch green waves and have been starting to make turns, but I’m by no means a pro and don’t feel comfortable in big heavy waves! Where would […]

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26 July 2023

Top 10 Reasons Why Santa Teresa is a Must Surf Destination

Santa Teresa is on the very tip of the Nicoya Peninsula, a remote spot that’s blissfully untainted by the noise and artificial light of the city. Santa Teresa has a laid back charm that captivates all who step foot on her jungle-fringed beaches. There is just one main road which runs from Mal Pais, through […]

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24 August 2022

Job opportunity: Surf Trip Leader

Women + Waves is an all-female surf collective, teaching women to surf through their leading Rip Curl Surf Academy in Newquay alongside other locations such as Croyde, Devon and international surf holidays to destinations worldwide including Morocco, El Salvador, and Portugal.

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30 August 2021

Pro Tips On How To Noseride On A Longboard

So, you’ve mastered your cross-step and your toes are edging ever so closer to the nose of your board. That hang five you’ve been dreaming about is just an inch away, but it still feels so out of reach… Hang in there, because it sounds like you’re ready to learn the art of noseriding!  What […]

Culture

13 August 2021

Everything You Need To Know About Longboarding

Ah, longboarders. Those elegant beings who dance along their boards like a salty ballerina. No doubt you’ve watched one in awe at your local break, gracefully stepping up to the nose and effortlessly levitating in the curl of the wave. It might seem like an impossible feat to be able to walk on water like […]