Learn to surf

Surfing a whitewater wave
/ Oct 6

Surfboard Control for Beginners: Learning to Surf in the White Water

Surfboard control for beginners is imperative to the entire learn to surf process. Both surfing in the white water and practicing the subtle art of steering the surfboard from prone position are essential to master before ever attempting to stand up on the board.

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Family surf lessons
/ Aug 25

Why Choose Bodhi Family Surf Camp

We have compiled this blog which aims to break down the experience and what to expect if your family opts to do our Costa Rica family surf camp.

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Surf gear for beginners
/ Jun 30

The Complete Surf Gear Guide for Beginners

This is the first installment in our larger Learn to Surf series, which breaks down our entire beginner surf curriculum with video and written lessons. This is lesson one of seven. When…

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Surf stoke
/ Jun 2

Learning How to Surf in 7 Lessons: From Beginner to Independent Surfer

In this learn how to surf guide and accompanying seven-part video tutorial series we outline the surf lesson methodology that we have developed in our 12+ year history.
The aim is to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to become an independent surfer.

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Learn surf safety
/ May 26

Is Surfing Dangerous?

While there are many dangers involved in surfing, it’s not the most extreme sport — think mountaineering, base jumping, boxing, or rugby. So yes, there are risks, but there’s also hope! In…

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Shortboard surf style
/ Mar 10

How to Develop Your Surfing Style

*This post was originally authored by Spencer Dunlap, former surf instructor at Bodhi Surf + Yoga When it comes to surfing, we all have our own unique way of riding waves. Whether…

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Fit surfer in Costa Rica
/ Feb 10

Fitness for Surfers: Workouts, Exercises & Training

*This post was originally authored by Spencer Dunlap, former surf instructor at Bodhi Surf + Yoga Here at Bodhi Surf + Yoga, one of the most common things we hear from our…

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Paddling out to surf in Uvita
/ Jan 27

Is Learning to Surf Hard? (Why We Believe It Doesn’t Have to Be)

Many consider surfing the most complex sport to learn, but this doesn’t mean that you can’t do it! I learned to surf recently (very recently, actually, three months ago) at the start…

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Reading a surf report
/ Dec 30

How to Read a Surf Report

Surfing is one of the most unique and challenging sports to learn for the simple fact that the “playing field” is constantly changing from moment to moment. This can make it extremely…

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Surfing theory at Bodhi Surf + Yoga
/ Dec 16

Surf Etiquette: The Golden Rules of Surfing

Throughout the years teaching people how to surf here at Bodhi Surf + Yoga, we’ve pretty much seen it all. We’ve watched people fall deeply in love with the ocean, and we’ve…

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