In 2010, four friends from various corners of the world joined forces to create a responsible tourism company whose primary purpose was to facilitate high quality surf and yoga instruction within the relatively undeveloped confines of Bahia Ballena-Uvita, Costa Rica. Given the pristine state of their surroundings and their collective, pre-existing ethos, the co-founders decided their business should be used as a vehicle to facilitate positive social and environmental change in both their local and global communities. Over the years, this business has grown and developed into what it is today — the first (and only) B Corp certified surf and yoga camp in the world.
Located walking distance from the famed Marino Ballena National Park, Bodhi Surf + Yoga utilizes surfing, yoga, nature immersion, and community engagement to facilitate memorable learning experiences with the intention of bolstering individual, long-term, pro-environmental action among guests. In fact, the physical pursuits of surfing and yoga are simply the low-hanging fruit of Bodhi’s mission. Ultimately, these activities function synergistically in the cultivation of awareness — which, quite deliberately, is the meaning of the Sanskrit word Bodhi.
DOING THINGS DIFFERENTLY
Here at Bodhi Surf + Yoga, we offer a different kind of vacation than is considered typical: one that promotes responsible tourism, embraces the concept of community, and brings guests closer to nature. This model has proven to work quite well, as Bodhi was recently recognized as a “Best for the World” B Corporation in the Community category for the second year in a row. Furthermore, we are proud members of 1% for the Planet, voluntarily donating one percent of our gross annual sales to support environmental non-profits.
As for our surf and yoga camps, both curricula incorporate ample time for theory and questions, instructor demonstrations, practice sessions, and instructor feedback, allowing guests to greatly improve their skills. Back at the lodge, guests enjoy the comfortable and laid-back accommodations, delicious and homemade meals, and the sense of camaraderie formed with staff and other retreat-goers. This is what we at Bodhi are most proud of having created a space that facilitates:
- The community that forms every week
- The fun and laughter shared
- The cultural exchange and learning that occur
As owners and operators of Bodhi Surf + Yoga, we are stoked to run a truly international business, and are always excited to learn from our guests through their stories, experiences, opinions, and suggestions. More than anything, we are exceedingly grateful for the opportunity to make a living doing what we love, and to utilize our business as a force for positive change in the world.
BODHI SURF + YOGA
A CERTIFIED B CORPORATION
Bodhi Surf + Yoga has had a strong tradition of Corporate Responsibility since our inception, and that was further solidified in November of 2016 when we became a Certified B Corporation. B Corps are companies that meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency, and harness the potential of their businesses to find solutions to social and environmental problems in their communities, both local and global. Since 2010, we have worked to build it into more than just a business that sustains its owners and employees, and have been guided by our own principles, initiatives, and the great examples that have been set before us. We believe that the standard of doing business is changing, and we are excited to be a part of this movement.
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The Bodhi Surf + Yoga Team
Adrianne Chandra-Huff
Pilar Salazar
Travis Bays
What guests have to say...
Our time spent at Bodhi Surf School was a life changing adventure.
We were surfing the waves we never thought were possible before we arrived. The yoga sessions were inspirational and gave us strength not only in our bodies but in our minds.
Allison & Jordan
Saskatchewan, Canada
My husband and I visited Bodhi last year and knew we had to go back with our two kids (ages 4 and 8) this year. I do not typically return to places in this world...[but] Bodhi creates the exception!...
I will forever recommend Bodhi as the trip of a lifetime.
Lisa
Minnesota, USA
Surfing was a "journey" for me but Gibran stuck with me....Yoga, the "add-on". The okay I'll do it but I'm here to surf, took on an unexpected emphasis for me...
Bodhi provides a very home away from home experience...Don't give it a second thought..... just go.
Lynn
Massachusetts, USA
Our trip to Bodhi was amazing. This is the second time we have visited Bodhi, and we will return again!...
The staff at Bodhi care about you as a person. They want to get to know you and help you to love the ocean. They are truly like family. We feel like we have found friends for life!
Joanna & Denice
Oregon, USA
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