Surfing can feel intimidating. Crowded lineups, competitive energy and the power of the ocean can make a regular surf camp feel rushed. A women-only week changes the whole feeling, and nervousness turns into confidence.
Coaches who make you feel safe
One of the biggest worries women have when booking a surf trip abroad is who will be coaching them. Nobody wants machismo, flirty comments or a coach who makes them uncomfortable in the water.
You deserve to feel completely safe and respected from the moment you wax your board. Isaac and our local surf guides create a super respectful environment where no one feels uncomfortable and everyone feels like friends. No pressure, ever.
Their focus is your safety, your technique and cheering you on as you catch waves. That trust lets you relax and actually enjoy the ocean.
A supportive lineup
When someone wipes out, everyone laughs with her. When someone catches her first green wave, everyone cheers. Nobody is judged for feeling nervous or sitting out a set, and that encouragement makes you want to try.
Movement for mental and physical wellbeing
Sarah leads beachfront classes through the week, with yoga, Mat Pilates, breathwork and sound baths. They support your mental and physical wellbeing, which supports your surfing.
They also create a safe, connective space for women. A chance to slow down, connect deeper with yourself and with the group.
From whitewash to green waves
Total beginners get patient coaching on paddling, ocean safety and the pop-up. Intermediate surfers work on reading the swell, angling the takeoff and riding the open face.
One coached surf session a day, plus video analysis, so you can see what your body is doing on the board and adjust next time.
Coming on your own
Most women who join our weeks come on their own. Sarah did too when she first came to Santa Teresa, so she knows that feeling.
You share breakfast by the pool at The Baya House, walk to the sand together and end the day with dinners under the stars. Most women make friends instantly.
Our women-only Signature Surf & Stay runs in July and December in Santa Teresa. Six nights at The Baya House, coached surf and video analysis with Isaac, and beachfront movement with Sarah.
Come surf with us in Santa Teresa.
Small groups, local coaches, and Surf & Stay weeks at The Baya House.
