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Plant based meals at Bodhi Surf + Yoga
, / May 19, 2022

The Best Places to Eat in Uvita, Costa Rica

More often than not when our guests book with us here at Bodhi Surf + Yoga, they email us asking about our home, Bahia Ballena – Uvita. What’s the most common thing we get asked about? Food! It’s only right that, as food lovers ourselves, we create a comprehensive guide for where to eat here in…

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Reading at Bodhi Surf + Yoga
, / Mar 16, 2023

16 Best Surf Books of All Time

*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…

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Bodysurfing with SLYDE handplanes
, , / Feb 23, 2023

Why Choose Bodhi Slide 7 Day Adult Bodysurf + Yoga Camp

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…

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Family surf camp in Uvita, Costa Rica
/ Feb 9, 2023

The Ultimate Guide to Surfing for Kids

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,…

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Paddling out to surf at Playa Uvita
/ Jan 12, 2023

Playa Uvita: Best Place to Learn to Surf in Costa Rica

*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…

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Paddling technique for surfing
/ Dec 29, 2022

How to Paddle Out on a Surfboard

*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…

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Marino Ballena National Park in Uvita Costa Rica
/ Dec 22, 2022

Is Uvita, Costa Rica Safe?

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…

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When and where to surf in Costa Rica
, / Dec 15, 2022

Costa Rica Surf Guide: When and Where to Surf in Costa Rica

Costa Rica boasts rideable waves all year round, which is why it is one of the most popular surf destinations in the world. It is known for its quality and quantity of…

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Frontside surf stance
/ Dec 8, 2022

How to Surf: Learning to Turn on a Surfboard in the White Water

*This post was originally authored by Spencer Dunlap, former surf instructor at Bodhi Surf + Yoga This is the second installment in our larger Learn to Surf series, which breaks down our entire beginner…

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Surfer girl in Costa Rica
/ Dec 1, 2022

Is Surfing a Sport? And Why it Matters

To quickly answer this question, yes, surfing is a sport according to the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Surfing officially debuted as an Olympic sport in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. However, there is…

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Disconnecting yoga retreat
/ Nov 24, 2022

Why Choose Bodhi Sessions 14 Day Adult Surf + Yoga Camp

We have compiled this blog which aims to break down our two week Bodhi Sessions Costa Rican surf and yoga camp, who it’s designed for, and what to expect if you opt to join.

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Speeding up on a surfboard
/ Nov 10, 2022

How to Pop Up on a Surfboard: Learning to Surf in the White Water

*This post was originally authored by Spencer Dunlap, former surf instructor at Bodhi Surf + Yoga This is the second installment in our larger Learn to Surf series, which breaks down our entire beginner…

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Bhujangasana Asana
, / Nov 3, 2022

Yoga for Surfers: A Simple Sequence for Surfers of All Levels

Regardless of whether you are someone who is interested in learning how to surf or an intermediate or advanced surfer, you should seriously consider starting a yoga practice. You can do it…

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