Rachel's Journal
02 September 2025
Meet Randi – Women + Waves Lead Sales Person
Meet Randi, our new Lead Sales Person Originally from Canada, Randi has lived all over the world before settling in Cornwall with her husband. Surfing first came into her life in New Zealand, and since then it has been a constant source of energy, adventure, and community. Now she gets to combine her love of […]
18 August 2025
Beyond the Break
Meet Kitty – Surf Coach, Yogi and Positivity Powerhouse If Kitty was a stick of rock and you snapped her in two, the word running through her core would be positivity. Hailing from Australia and now living in Cornwall, we love having her lead our weekends. Kitty has that rare talent of getting great results […]
05 August 2025
Surfing Postpartum – From New Mum To Surfing Again
Surfing Postpartum – Rachel Murphy’s Honest Journey Back to the Waves Having a baby and carving out time for yourself can be challenging. Add surfing into the mix and the physical, mental, and scheduling demands make it a big undertaking. The internet is full of miraculous mums who seem to be surfing days after giving […]
23 July 2025
Vibe Check: Meet Elana Our Secret Morocco, Portugal and Cornwall Camp Host
Women’s Surf & Yoga Retreats with Elana in Morocco, Portugal and Cornwall If you’ve joined our Secret Morocco, Cornwall Retreat for Women or Portugal trips, you’ll know Elana. Guests love surfing, practising yoga and sharing adventures with her. With interests ranging from spearfishing to astronomy, we had to catch up and learn more. Elana with […]
09 July 2025
3 Unforgettable Highlights from Our Secret Morocco Surf Trip 2025
Secret Morocco Surf Camp – Highlights from Our May 2025 Trip We loved our Secret Morocco surf camp in May! The consistently warm weather, fun waves and quiet beaches go without saying, but here are three things you probably didn’t know that made the trip even more special. Discovering hidden beaches and wandering through ancient […]
07 July 2025
Sales Person Wanted – Women & Waves Jobs
Lead Sales Person Women + Waves | Newquay | Full-Time, Office-Based | Mon–Fri, 9 am–5 pm About Us Women + Waves is a female-led surf collective with over a decade of experience creating bespoke surf camps and retreats exclusively for women. From Cornwall’s iconic breaks to sun-drenched international coastlines, our supportive, low-pressure coaching environment has […]
25 June 2025
Vibe Check: Meet Jodie, our Barbados Host
Meet Jodie – Surf, Yoga and Sunshine in Barbados If you’ve joined our Barbados Surf Camp, chances are you’ve met the radiant, wise, and endlessly inspiring Jodie. Born and raised on the island, Jodie is a trip leader, practicing sports therapist (she’s even worked on Kelly Slater and Shaun White), and a yoga teacher of […]
11 June 2025
Stories from the Surf: Finding Love in The Lineup
Waves of Love! We love a good surfing love story, and this one is special! Long-time Women + Waves guest Emily Davies met her now husband-to-be, Toby, in the surf lineup. From dawn patrols in Wales to surf trips across the world, here’s how it all unfolded. One of the best things about our coaching […]
28 May 2025
Marine Heat Wave hits Cornwall and Devon!
Sea temperatures have soared by 4 degrees in two weeks in Devon and Cornwall, read on for the low down Surfers in Cornwall and Devon are feeling the mercury rising. A huge increase in ocean temperature is worrying, a bit scary, and at the same time a bit of a treat after a long cold […]
16 April 2025
UK Surf & Skate Expo · Skate Bowls, Vintage Boards & Big Waves
UK Surf & Skate Expo Announces New Events The inaugural UK Surf & Skate Expo is less than five months away – and organisers have just revealed a fresh line-up of events taking place across the weekend. This event marks the first time in almost two decades that the UK has hosted a celebration of […]
08 January 2025
The Ultimate Surf Starter Pack – A Beginner’s Guide
Welcome to your comprehensive guide to learning to surf. Have you always dreamed of learning to surf? If you’ve spent hours admiring the photos and videos on the Women + Waves socials – watching incredible women carve turns or glide effortlessly on longboards in endless blue oceans – there’s no better time to dive into […]
10 December 2024
6 Best Bits of The Bali Island Retreat- The Island Paradise
Women + Waves Founder, Rachel shares her 6 favourite things about the Bali Island Retreat– the island paradise. One of the most stunning locations that Women + Waves travel to is the beautiful island of Nusa Lembongan, a short boat ride away from Bali in the stunning waters of Indonesia. The Bali Island Retreat is […]
06 December 2024
10 Best Stocking Fillers for Surfers Under £50 They’ll Love
Looking for the perfect gift for the surfer in your life? Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned wave rider or someone just starting out, our stocking fillers are a great way to show you care without breaking the bank. We’ve rounded up the top 10 stocking fillers for surfers, all under £50. From practical essentials […]
26 November 2024
Ultimate Christmas Wish List for Surfer Girls · Gift Ideas
It’s that time of year again—when wish lists are made, hints are dropped, and surfer girls everywhere are dreaming of gifts that fuel their passion for the waves. We put the question out to you, our community, on Instagram: What do surfer girls actually want for Christmas? And your answers did not disappoint! From practical […]
12 November 2024
Restoring Coral Reefs in Bali · Women + Waves x Mossy Earth
Women + Waves are proud to support a range of incredible people that are making a real difference in our world. One organisation that’s especially close to our hearts is the amazing Mossy Earth. Their mission to restore the vital coral reefs of Indonesia, one of the world’s most iconic surf destinations and the site […]
15 October 2024
3 Top Tips For Carrying a Big Surfboard
Whether it’s a longboard or a big foamie, we know that hauling a surfboard all the way down the beach can feel like a workout in itself. Wide boards can be a real challenge when it comes to lugging them around, especially for women – our arms sometimes just aren’t long enough to wrap around […]
15 October 2024
Top Stretches for Improving Your Paddling
Paddling out can be a serious workout, and it can take its toll on your body. But, it’s also a key part of surfing, and keeping your paddling movements strong and fluid in the water can make all the difference when you’re trying to catch a wave! So what’s the solution? For female surfers, improving […]
14 October 2024
My First Experience On An All Women’s Surfing Weekend
Our Croyde Surfing Weekend in October was blessed with great weather and waves, we had 13 women of all ages and backgrounds who were either total beginner or progressor surfers. Laura Hammond from Brighton joined the Progressor class, she can consistently catch white water waves and wants to take her surfing outback to the bigger […]
