Barbados Women's Surf Camp

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Experience seven nights learning to surf in a beach paradise. This surfing holiday offers you delicious local food, luxury accommodation, amazing waves and expert coaching.

Why choose to go surfing in Barbados?

Unlike other surf camps, Women + Waves surf trips are tailored to suit your needs and abilities. Your local surf instructors will choose the best surf spots and waves for you, with first-hand experience of the surf breaks in Barbados, they’ll guide you to take the next step on your surfing journey.

What to expect

With Women + Waves everything is organised for you; from a personalised itinerary, optional group dinners, to stunning accommodation, all you have to do is show up and enjoy the sunny vibes and good times. These trips are fully insured and have received over 350 5-star reviews from customers, so you can be sure of being in safe hands.

Who’s this course for?

This girls-only surf holiday is suitable for beginner, progressor and low intermediate surfers. We provide as much support as you need to overcome any barriers. Everyone is welcome, 90% of participants arrive solo and over 40% are over forty; so there’s nothing to stop you becoming the surfer you always dreamed of.

What level am I?

Cultural Secrets

You’ll be surfing in turquoise waters, surrounded by dolphins and turtles. Living the local life with our island team. Experiencing the laid-back vibes and discovering the beauty of this magnificent island - nothing less than a life-changing surf experience.

When to go

Your trip falls between Barbados’ wet and dry seasons - offering consistent fun waves, and no crowds. The perfect white-sandy beach is a 25 second walk from your accommodation - roll out of bed and straight onto a surfboard!

Quick facts

Water Temp

28°C

Climate

28 - 30°C

Wave Types

Points and reefs

Language

English

Your Trip Leaders

Your Barbados crew has decades of coaching and travel experience. Every member of our team is trained in-house, fully insured and passionate about helping you grow your confidence and riding skills, in the safest, most supportive environment possible. They’re more than instructors, they’re mentors, motivators and the best surf buddies you could wish for.

Chelsea RoettBarbados, Costa Rica & Nicaragua Trip Host

Chelsea started surfing at 10 after finding her dad’s fluorescent pink surfboard (iconic). She was hooked, and by 12 she was representing Barbados at the ISA World Junior Surfing Games in Portugal. She grew up surfing Barbados’ incredible waves and has now been surfing and competing for over 20 years. The internationally renowned reef break Soup Bowl is a special place for her, but Brandons is another local favourite. Shortboarding might be Chelsea’s first love, but longboarding holds a special place in her heart. For her, gliding along a wave on a longboard feels like dancing, taking her straight back to her childhood ballet days.

Chelsea is an ISA Level 2 surf coach and ISA Level 1 judge, and she’s been coaching women for several years. In 2025 she was part of the very first ISA Women’s Regional Coaching Programme in Costa Rica. She loves breaking things down, working out what you need next and watching women catch waves they never thought they could. Guests say she’s encouraging, patient and genuinely invested in helping them improve.

Chelsea leads our Barbados women’s surf camp and Costa Rica women’s surf camp, and has joined the team in Nicaragua too. Want a taste before you book? She’s made a series of coaching videos for our YouTube channel, and if Barbados is calling, our guide to surfing in Barbados will tip you over the edge.

Out of the water, Chelsea is a graphic designer and digital marketer at a Barbadian publishing company, and she plays the drums (learned at 12, a little rusty now).

Accommodation

You’ll be staying at one of two large, self-catering apartments right on the beach at Freights Bay,hand-picked and tried and tested for safety, security and proximity to the surf – just steps away! Rooms are allocated based on booking order, with the largest rooms assigned to those who book first.

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What people say

"Just back from Women + Waves Barbados trip. AMAZING, PHENOMENAL and FANTASTIC! The trip was amazing, warm small green waves, such fun, fantastic coaches - I want to go back!"

Georgina

"The most amazing surf trip I have been on, everything was so well thought-out and organised, I felt very comfortable travelling solo and have left with an amazing gang of new surf friends!! "

Hannah

" I’ve come away from Barbados with loads of new skills, clear goals for my next surf sessions and wonderful memories from spending a week in the sun with likeminded women. I couldn’t recommend this trip more and will be back!!"

Liz

"Unforgettable moments and lasting memories shared with the most inspiring, beautiful and fun loving women. I loved every minute! I’ve definitely improved and this trip has given me the confidence to progress to the next level of my surfing journey!"

Tui

Itinerary

Please note, sometimes we need to be flexible as some activities will be weather and condition dependent – but don’t worry, we’ll always do our very best to ensure you get the very best out of the trip! All our surf days and suggested activities are completely optional – you can enjoy as much or as little as you desire. This is not a boot camp!

Day One

Touch down in Barbados! You’re about to spend seven nights surfing pristine waves with a group of like-minded women – with adventure, culture and perfect beachside accommodation all thrown into the mix.

You’ll be picked up from international arrivals, and transferred to your oceanside apartment at Freights Bay, on the south coast. Everything will be organised ahead of time so you don’t need to worry about a thing. A WhatsApp group will be created ahead of your trip to ensure you can stay in contact at all times, and if you have any concerns or problems you can let the team know immediately.

After being shown to your room, there’s plenty of time to freshen up and relax before your chilled welcome meeting. There’ll be a relaxed evening, and a chance for you to meet the other women on the trip and share the stoke for the days ahead. Enjoy the views and spend your evening admiring the incredible ocean view from your beach front apartment.

Day Two

Today your surf coaching begins! Wake up to the sound of the waves and jump straight into the ocean for your first surf session with expert surf coaches Chelsea and Axe. You’ll be in safe hands with our amazing ISA qualified coaches, they’ll be on hand at all times to offer support and help. All your surf sessions will be videoed and photographed so you’ll have plenty of footage to watch back later.

Later on you’ll pick up even more knowledge in a video analysis and surf theory session and set your surf goals for the week using your brand new bespoke Women + Waves log book. Followed by a guided free surf session with Jodie and Chelsea to practise your skills. In the evening, you have the option to chill out with sunset drinks or head to the supermarket if you didn’t get the chance on Day 1. There’s an optional dinner at the fabulous Deia Beach restaurant, where the menu includes fresh local seafood, delicious ceviche and pizza.

Day Three

Day three starts early with your first early-morning surf lesson, followed by video analysis and surf theory. The afternoon is yours to chill, before a flat water coaching session at the tranquil Miami Beach. This session is all about building your ocean confidence and will cover bodysurfing, open water swimming and plenty more.

In the evening, you can kick back with sunset drinks and cocktails before dinner at the stylish Cafe Luna or Casper’s, depending on which has the best vibe on the night!

Day Four

Day four is your day to explore all the wonders this beautiful island has to offer, on a full island tour. Before you load up into the cars, you have the option of an early morning short surf to start the day right.

Your road trip kicks off on the other side of the island visiting the idyllic fishing village of Bathsheba and having some lunch.

After lunch and exploring you’ll head to Jodie’s Yoga Shala for an awesome stretch out with a surf inspired yoga session. You’ll round off an epic day with dinner at Salt, a cosy little cafe serving everything from truffle fries to Asian wings.

Day Five

Wake up and dive into another early-morning surf lesson, followed by another video analysis and surf theory session. You’ll be picking up from where you left off and continuing your progression! You’ll be able to tick a few more boxes in the logbooks and you can work on confidence building and techniques that will help you overcome any fears in the surf.

In the afternoon you have the option to head back into the water for a guided free surf session with Jodie or Chelsea to practise your skills. Your surfing holiday is all about building up your confidence and ability at your own pace – so you only ever have to do as much or as little as you want to. Your team will be there to support and help on your surfing journey whatever that looks like for you.

The evening is yours for the making; cook up a storm in the apartments or head out for dinner with your new found surfing friends to laugh at the wipeouts and cheer on each other’s successes.

Day Six

Another fun morning with an early-morning surf lesson at the beach, scoring waves and receiving instruction from your instructor team. For many of you, this surf trip will have been the first step of your surfing journey, so after today’s surf session, you’ll sit down with the coaches, go over surf theory and video analysis and discuss your next steps for your future surfing journey and where to go from here. You will go away from this surfing experience with a clear understanding of how to continue your surf progression and what to put into practice next. You’ll cover important topics such as surf forecasting and how to plan your next surf sessions in the area of the world that you live.

In the early afternoon, you have the chance to put into practise everything you’ve learnt so far, enjoying another guided free surf session with our expert local coaches and Women + Waves.

In the evening, why not enjoy sunset drinks and an evening at Oistins Fish Fry for delicious local food and a cool, Caribbean vibe.

Day Seven

Back to your favourite surfing beach for more awesome surf tuition in a productive but low pressure environment. It’s your final day in Barbados, so the perfect chance to practise everything you’ve learnt so far. Unless, of course, you want to chill. This is your trip – so you can surf as much or as little as you like! We’ll be looking back to see how much you’ve improved in your final video analysis session. We’ll then do a big open Q&A where you have a chance to ask anything you like about surfing.

In the early afternoon, it’s time for an emotional final guided surf session at Brandon’s Beach – expanding on your amazing newfound surfing skills and having the best time surfing with new friends and your beloved coaches on the tropical island you won’t want to leave behind. Followed up with a chilled post surf yoga session at Jodie’s place – the perfect post-surf activity, ease out those aching muscles and get ready for your final night in Barbados.

For your final night you’ll be heading to La Cabanne, our favourite spot for a perfect evening cocktail and some of the best food on the island. Grab a rum punch, settle in to reminisce with new friends and watch the glorious sun as it sets on your last night in Barbados.

Day Eight

After an epic trip, it’s time to say goodbye to Barbados (for now!). We’ll return you to the airport with plenty of time so you’re relaxed and ready for your flight home.

Please note this is a rough guide to the itinerary as activities and bookings may vary due to the conditions – but don’t worry, your schedule will always be packed full of fun and plenty of surfing!

What’s included

You’ll be greeted at 3pm at airport arrivals by your trip leader Chelsea and whisked away to your base for the week (around 20 minutes from Grantley Adams International airport).

After a surf-stoked week, you’ll head off at 10 am and will be dropped at the airport in good time for a stress-free check-in.

Please note that our transfer collection time is 3pm. If your flight gets in outside of these times, please don’t worry – check out our travel section for more information.

The trip will officially start at 4pm.

You’ll be staying at one of two luxurious large, self-catering apartments, right on the beach at Freights Bay. These apartments have been hand-picked and are clean, safe and perfect for surfing – the waves are just steps away! The two apartments are ground floor and middle floor, and there are single and twin room options available.

As well as being right on the beach, the apartments are brilliantly set up for surfers. There’s an outdoor shower for a post-surf rinse-off and surfboard storage. The manicured front lawn is great for chilling with friends, catching the rays and is where we’ll deliver some of our coaching.

Both apartments are self-catering, but there will be the option to eat out each night. There are plenty of amazing restaurants within walking distance that suit both economy and high-end budgets.The apartments feature well-equipped kitchens, living areas and stunning open air balconies overlooking the sea. The water is so close that you can count turtles from your balcony while sipping your morning coffee! Rooms are clean, secure and air-conditioned. Prepare to wake up and fall asleep to the sound of the ocean.

Private rooms & twin rooms are available.

Top Floor Apartment: This apartment accommodates up to 5 guests. It features 3 private ensuite rooms and one twin room with an adjacent bathroom.

Ground Floor Apartment: Located below the top floor, this apartment accommodates up to 4 guests. It includes 2 twin rooms with a shared bathroom.

Rooms are allocated in the order of bookings, with the largest rooms reserved for those who book earliest.

Get ready to advance your surfing to the max. With five days of in-water coaching, video analysis and theory sessions, you’ll step up your skills and improve your technique in no time. This trip is perfect for new surfers, for those who want to surf out back for the first time or have surfed out back and want to develop their skills of catching unbroken waves. You’ll be in great hands with professional surfer Chelsea, who will be with you every step of the way too! Chelsea will be assisted with another one of our amazing coaches.

On a typical day you’ll be up early to surf at dawn – you can pretty much guarantee you’ll be the first in the water. The beauty of your accommodation location is that you can leave the water and have a coffee before jumping in again. It’s that close! After the surf, you’ll go through video feedback while munching some brunch, before a chill to recharge. You’ll meet up again in the afternoon for activities, drinks and food.

For more details on what each day involves, check out our Itinerary.

During the week you will receive:

Five days of surf coaching delivered by life-long surfers, qualified ISA instructors, lifeguards and Barbados local Chelsea and assistant coach. Remember you can surf as much or as little as you want throughout the trip, this is a no-pressure surf camp with the focus on fun!
Photo and video analysis.
Training includes a flat water session to establish your paddle skills and techniques.
There are two instructors per eight guests. Much smaller than most other surf camps – these small groups ensure you get personalised coaching every step of the way.
A Women + Waves surfing log book to track your progress and accelerate your improvements.
We choose the best tidal state, swell size and conditions for you to get the most out of your sessions.
All equipment provided. You will have a board waiting for you in Barbados to suit your experience level and needs.

Seeing yourself surf is the best way to improve and gives you a move-by-move breakdown. Plus, you get to take the footage and photos home with you including some amazing in-water Go-Pro footage too – it’s a great memento, looks killer on your instagram and is a valuable coaching tool.

This trip includes a unique yoga session, tailored specifically for the women on our surfing trips. This yoga session will blend mindful asana movement designed to develop and enhance your flexibility, strength and surfing endurance, with breathing techniques to help calm the mind and body. This may also include meditation practices that will relax your body and soul to help foster a serene and focused surfing mindset. By integrating these three yogic elements you’ll reduce your stress and anxiety empowering you to overcome mental and physical challenges in your surfing progression.

Learn to Surf Skate – a super fun sport which is taking the surf community by storm. Surf skating is an invaluable tool to help you develop the dynamic body movements you require during surfing. It helps you improve your balance, generate speed and navigate through turns.

During the trip, you will receive one Surf Skating & video analysis session. Our instructors will deliver a series of drills that enable you to practise toe and heel control, opening your shoulders and using your arms to draw clean lines through your turns.

This workshop will increase your time spent on a board simulating these manoeuvres. Which in turn, will increase your balance, strengthen your muscle memory and increase your rate of progression on a surfboard.

A visit to the beautiful Bathsheba beach to see the famous surf break ‘Soup Bowl’.
Superb snorkelling – we recommend bringing a mask and snorkel
Turtle watching from your front balcony
2 incredible yoga sessions
Experience some of the Caribbean’s most scenic and untouched coastline
Optional organised meals at breathtaking beach clubs
Optional professional massage (not included in the price)
Optional kayak or paddleboard tours available (not included in the price)
Remember, you are staying less than 20 seconds from the ocean – you can pick up your board and hit the water whenever you feel like it!

Please note that these optional activities may incur an additional charge.

In Barbados, you can eat like a queen. The food here is fresh, locally grown, vibrant and oh so tasty. From fried flying fish (the national dish) to coconut turnovers, there’s sure to be something to satisfy your taste buds. As an island, Barbados does import some items, which you may find expensive, bear this in mind when planning your food.

Food isn’t included in the trip price, but you’ll be staying in a self-catering apartment where you can whip up delicious meals and prepare lunches each day just the way you like.

Buying simple, local brands from the supermarket is ideal for those fast snacks to refuel, ready for your next surf. Make up some pasta and sauce or avocado on toast (the local avos are huge and delicious and you can just spread them on your toast like butter). Then treat yourself to a meal out in the evening. You can stay on a tight budget or splash out – there are restaurants within walking distance that suit all budgets.

With Chelsea on the team, we have a goldmine of useful information to get everyone the food they want. We’ve tried, tested and hand-chosen the spots that we visit so there’s a good mixture of exclusive fine dining, local vibes and high-energy surf fuel to suit the budget and any dietary requirements.

Travel

Airport transfer collection time: 3:00 pm from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) in Barbados.

Once you’ve collected your bags we’ll meet you in the arrivals area. You’ll be greeted by your lovely trip leader – Chelsea, they’ll have a clipboard with “Women + Waves” on it, so you won’t miss them!

Please note that we offer one free transfer per day and we ask you to plan your flight times to sync up with the 3:00 pm collection.

If you are unable to sync your flight up with this, please don’t worry. We can organise for you to be collected at an additional cost of $25 USD per way. If we have other members of the group at a similar time, we will inform you so you can split the transfer costs between you.

You may have a short wait as the rest of the group assembles. It’s worth bringing a book, Kindle or iPad and some snacks to keep you going.

At 3:00 pm you’ll be whisked away to our base for the week (around 20 minutes from the airport). The trip officially starts at 4:00 pm on the first day.

Once you’ve all arrived at the accommodation and checked into your rooms, you’ll have a group meeting to chat about the holiday and get excited for the waves ahead.

The trip officially ends at 10 am on the last day. After a surf-stoked week, you’ll leave your accommodation at 10am to drop you back at the airport in good time for a stress-free check-in.

Please note that we offer one free transfer per day and we ask you to plan your flight times to sync up with the drop off. If your flight is earlier or later than this, we can arrange a transfer back to the airport at an additional cost of $25 USD, or you can chill at the airport with a good book. If other guests are leaving at alternative times it’s possible to split the costs between you.

If you’d like to leave later, don’t worry – we have a space where you can leave your bags and chill for the day – however you will need to cover the cost of your additional transfer.

If you’re worried about booking your flight and you’re based in the UK, give our good friend Lee at Dial A Flight a call on 020 7295 1556. Lee’s been booking our flights for the last 10 years and will find you the best deal and connection time and book the whole trip for you, so you can relax and just rock up to the airport!

Once you’ve booked we’ll send you further information on how everything works upon your arrival. We’ll also be tracking your flight and keeping you informed over our WhatsApp group.

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FAQs

We offer 4 easy ways to pay!

1. Pay In Full – Pay the full amount in one, that’s it your done! (Available online)

2. 50/50 – Pay a 50% deposit and the remaining 50% 12 weeks before the trip starts. (Available online)

3. Payment Plan – Pay an initial deposit and the rest in instalments! (Contact us using our online chat, WhatsApp or email us for this option)

4. Shop now. Pay over time with Klarna (Contact us using our online chat, WhatsApp or email us for this option)

We can’t guarantee your place until we receive payment (in full or a deposit). Once you have made a payment, you’ll then be sent a trip confirmation email.

Klarna’s Pay in 3 / Pay in 30 days are unregulated credit agreements. Borrowing more than you can afford or paying late may negatively impact your financial status and ability to obtain credit. 18+, UK residents only. Subject to status. Ts&Cs and late fees apply.

Due to this trip being in high demand and having limited spaces, we can only hold your space for up to 24 hours without payment.

Of course! 95% of our guests attend alone! We pride ourselves on being super welcoming and friendly. You’ll arrive solo and leave with a whole heap of new surf friends for life!

You are welcome to attend for a shorter period to suit your personal schedule, however, the package price will remain the same.

ASAP! These holidays fill up quickly and, with super limited spaces available, sell out fast. We operate on a first come first serve basis. If you want to secure your place on the trip, it is advised that you pay as soon as you can.

We pride ourselves that Women and Waves is inclusive to all. We have a great mix of all ages and backgrounds.

If you wish to bring a non-surfing partner with you, that is absolutely fine, however, please be aware that this is a women-only trip, please contact us via our online chat to discuss this.

You’ll have to pay for all your meals. Please budget around £5 to £30 per meal for this.

We offer two beautiful apartments for our guests:

Top Floor Apartment: This apartment accommodates up to 5 guests. It features 3 private ensuite rooms and one twin room with an adjacent bathroom.
Ground Floor Apartment: Located below the top floor, this apartment accommodates up to 4 guests. It includes 2 twin rooms with a shared bathroom.

Rooms are allocated in the order of bookings, with the largest rooms reserved for those who book earliest.

We choose the time of year and location for our events based on local knowledge and historical swell data. In the event of flat waves or stormy conditions, we will offer alternative activities and day trips to help you get the most out of your holiday.

We may adjust the format of the trip. For example, choosing to run more surf sessions on the days that the waves are at their best.

Please visit our T&Cs for more information

With decades of experience and knowledge within our team, we pick the best dates when the surf conditions are consistently fun and will be most suitable for the group. We’ll send you a brief predicted forecast in the pre-trip email. We choose Barbados at this time of year due to the fun waves and gorgeous weather. The shoulder season is before the famous big swells of the dry season hit. The beautiful long sandy beaches offer peaks for all abilities; the skill is to know which is best on the tide and wind conditions that are on offer. That’s where our local guides are worth their weight in gold. We pride ourselves in having you in the right place for the best waves for your ability each trip. Your morning surfs will be a blissful experience!

You’ll be coached by Barbados locals Jodie and Chelsea.

We do not offer a discount for bringing your own equipment.

Remember to check the baggage size and weight allowance with your airline. Read their guidance for carrying surfboards. Baggage handlers can be unforgiving so you need a tough travel bag and pack it well.

Firstly, pack your board(s) in a protective, padded board bag, and write FRAGILE and TOP LOAD ONLY on it with the largest, most permanent marker you can find. Make sure you wrap your towel and clothes around your board inside the bag for added protection.

Place your shampoo and other wet toiletries in a separate sealed bag in case of leakage. We also recommend locking your bag zips with a padlock.

Most countries do not need a visa to visit Barbados. For more information, check the Barbados Visa & Entry Requirements page.

If you are under 18 we will need to chat to you on the phone and you will need to be accompanied on the trip by a parent or guardian throughout the holiday (although they don’t need to participate in the surfing). If you are 60 or over we’d love to chat to you about the trip before you book. Please email us to arrange a time and we’ll contact you. Or you can call us on +44 (0) 7544 094518.

On the day you travel please keep your mobile phone handy so that we can stay in touch in case of delays and flight changes. Please inform us if you’re early or delayed for any reason.

If you need help to book your flight then just drop us a line.

If you can’t find our representative at the airport, stay there and wait, they won’t be far away having tracked your arrival time. However, if you’re having difficulties finding them, please call +44 (0) 7544 094518 or follow the instructions in your pre-flight email. One of us will locate you.

As with any holiday, full travel insurance is a requirement for all guests booking a trip with the company.

Please also ensure that your policy covers you for ‘disruption to travel’ and ‘cover for cancellations’ as standard.

For further help please read our helpful blog post about travel insurance.

You may need to add additional cover for surfing, it is essential that your insurance policy covers you for all activities during your stay. Failure to take out travel insurance breaks the contract between Women And Waves and the client.

If you are joining one of our trips and you are native to the country of its location (i.e you live in Lisbon and are joining our Portugal trip) you do not need to take out medical travel insurance. This is as long as you have your own personal health-care plan or are covered by your country’s National Health Service. Although, we kindly request that you still take out trip disruption and cancellation insurance to cover all possible eventualities.

Visit Gov.uk: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/barbados

Please contact your doctor if you’re unsure about vaccinations. We advise you to take mosquito repellent to avoid getting bitten.

Barbadian Dollar

We are a UK based company that delivers trips all over the world welcoming travellers of all nationalities.

Yes! You can find out the latest safety and security advice for Barbados from Gov.uk.

Staying for longer is fine, we can advise some great places to stay, please drop us a line.

If you’re based outside the UK and want to chat through the trip details, you can contact us through our online chat.

If your circumstances change and you can’t join the trip, please let us know as soon as possible via email. Your cancellation notice will start from the date we receive it.

Cancellation terms:

We hold part or full costs, depending on when you cancel:

If you cancel 12 weeks or more before the trip we retain 50% of the total cost
If you cancel with less than 12 weeks before the trip then its 100% of the total cost
Cancellation may fall under the terms and conditions of your holiday insurance policy and you may be able to claim.