Surfing Basics: How to Catch a Wave
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
*This post was originally authored by Spencer Dunlap, former surf instructor at Bodhi Surf + Yoga Catching waves is one of the most important skills in surfing and should not be overlooked….
Surfboard Shape Explanation: What Are the Different Types of Surfboards?
Words by Carly Stoenner
For the first time, I have been playing around with different types of surfboard shapes. As a Southern California native, I used to grab whatever white squash tail thruster board everyone else…
The Ultimate Guide to Preparing for Bodhi Slide: 7 Day Bodysurfing + Yoga Retreat
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
If you’re reading this, it’s because you are going to be vacationing with us here in Bahia Ballena, Osa, Costa Rica. We are so excited, and we hope that you are as…
20 Surf Quotes That Speak to the Soul
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
*This post was originally authored by Spencer Dunlap, former surf instructor at Bodhi Surf + Yoga While there are many compilations of surf quotes, they are usually the exact, run-of-the-mill quotes that…
16 Best Surf Books of All Time
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*This post was originally authored by Spencer Dunlap, former surf instructor at Bodhi Surf + Yoga Riding a wave, aka surfing, is nearly ineffable, indescribable. Despite that, the authors featured in our…
Why Choose Bodhi Slide 7 Day Adult Bodysurf + Yoga Camp
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
Why do we think that you should dedicate a whole week of your precious time off with us learning to bodysurf in beautiful Bahia Ballena, Osa, Costa Rica? (And for those of…
The Ultimate Guide to Surfing for Kids
Words by George Frost
Through our many years of running our Bodhi Surf + Yoga Family Surf Camps, we know a thing or two when it comes to surfing for kids. Within the last 13 years,…
Playa Uvita: Best Place to Learn to Surf in Costa Rica
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*This post was originally authored by Spencer Dunlap, former surf instructor at Bodhi Surf + Yoga As you probably know, there are many beaches all over the world where you can learn…
How to Paddle Out on a Surfboard
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*This post was originally authored by Spencer Dunlap, former surf instructor at Bodhi Surf + Yoga This is the final installment in our larger Learn to Surf series, which breaks down our entire beginner…
Is Uvita, Costa Rica Safe?
Words by George Frost
Bodhi Surf + Yoga is based in the heart of the beautiful Bahia Ballena community, adjacent to the town of Uvita. The community opened up its welcoming arms to us nearly two…









