Journal
20 June 2023
Newquay’s Plastic Wipeout!
A union of adventure and coastal preservation, by land, sea, and catching air; proof that cleaning can be exciting!
09 June 2023
Dear Lily, how can I navigate the crowds?
I’m at a level now where I feel ready to go surfing on my own, but now it’s coming into summer I’m worried about how busy the lineup will be at my local spot. I’ve heard people complaining about how crowded it is already, and I find it really demotivating when the line up is full of frustrated people battling for waves.
02 February 2023
Portugal Travel Tips · 10 Top Things to Do When Not Surfing
Golden beaches, white-washed fishing villages, buzzing nightlife and oh so many waves to choose from makes the Algarve on the south coast of Portugal a dream surf destination. And even better, it’s just a quick hop across from the UK! Whilst we’re all about the stoke, there’s loads more to this sun-drenched corner of coastline than just surfing.
12 December 2022
8 Reasons Why Bali Should Be Your Next Surf Trip With Us!
So, what’s the next surf destination we’re currently dreaming of? Imagine lush rice fields, world-class waves, delicious (and cheap!) food, bath-warm waters and breath-taking temples… Yep, you guessed it - we’re heading to Bali! This is hands-down the ultimate bucket-list surf trip, with 5* surf coaching, luxury accommodation and so much more to experience beyond the waves
07 December 2022
How to guide: Packing your board for travelling
Surf holidays are the best type of holiday - there’s no question about it. But packing for a surf trip can add an extra level of anxiety when you’re unsure how to pack your beloved board properly. There’s nothing worse than arriving at your destination with pumping surf and your board is in two pieces or has a huge chunk out of the rail!
08 November 2022
5 Exercises to Improve Your Mobility for Surfing
A lot of people focus on strength or flexibility alone in their surf training, but the best exercises for surfing fitness should give you a balance between strength, flexibility and mobility. Mobility is flexibility combined with strength to move through a range of motion.
04 November 2022
Which surf programme is best for you?
Wondering which of our surf programmes is best for you? Our weekends are designed with you in mind and we have three surf programmes for you to choose from - Beginner, Progressor + Intermediate.
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.
22 August 2022
Women + Waves X Rip Curl · Launch of the Surf Collective Capsule
We are so excited to announce a brand new ‘Surf Collective Capsule’ in partnership with Rip Curl! Following on from the successful launch of our new and dynamic Rip Curl X Women + Waves surf academy in Cornwall in January 2022, Rip Curl continues to enhance its support for women surfers and its partnership with […]
28 July 2022
Introducing adaptive surfer and legend, Zoe!
On our most recent Rip Curl Intermediate Surf Programme we had the pleasure of meeting Zoe, an adaptive surfer who in less than a six months went from never touching a surfboard to representing England. Zoe had her lower leg amputated after being a passenger in a car accident in 2015 resulting in her lower […]
22 July 2022
A guide to packing for your surf trip
If you’re reading this it probably means you’re planning a surf trip, wahoo! If it’s your first trip, first hot surf holiday or you always forget things, keep reading for some of our recommendations to make packing easier. Before you even start arranging your clothes and toiletries, the first thing you need to do is check how much luggage you can take on the plane!
21 July 2022
How to Become a Surf Instructor: Your Complete Guide to Teaching Surfing and Living the Dream Life
Do you dream of spending your day at the beach, chasing the endless summer while teaching people a new skill they will carry with them for life? The Level 1 ISA (International Surf Association) qualification is your entry into the wonderful world of outdoor instructing.
01 July 2022
The Best Boards for Progressing Your Surfing From SurfDome
Teaching people to surf for a living has got to be one of the best jobs in the world. You’re paid to share your love for surfing and get your students as stoked as you are! Sounds like the dream, right?
08 June 2022
Places to stay in Wales
Coming to Wales but not sure where to stay? Check out our accommodation recommendations!
07 June 2022
Places to stay in Croyde
Coming to Croyde but not sure where to stay? Here are some recommendations to suit all budgets!
