The Best Places to Eat in Uvita, Costa Rica
Words by George Frost
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…
How to Choose the Best Swimsuit for Surfing
Words by Adrianne
Hi! My name is Adrianne and I am one of the co-founders of Bodhi Surf + Yoga, and an avid surfer with over fifteen years of experience getting tossed around by the…
How to Read a Surf Report
Words by Spencer Dunlap
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…
Surf Etiquette: The Golden Rules of Surfing
Words by George Frost
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…
How to Choose the Best Surf Camp
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
So you’ve decided that you want to learn how to surf! Well, you’ve already taken a fantastic first step by looking into how to choose a surf camp. Now, how do you…
Guide to a Solo Vacation in Costa Rica
Words by Sheridan Plummer
Traveling alone is a funny thing. Those that haven’t tried it are often the biggest critics and those that have are the strongest advocates. If you are someone who has traveled alone…
Learning to Love Savasana (or “Corpse Pose”)
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
Never was there a time when I did not exist, nor you… nor in the future shall any of us cease to be. (Bhagavad Gita: 2.12) Savasana is the final resting pose…
Gallo Pinto: Recipe & History of Costa Rica’s Traditional Beans & Rice Breakfast
Words by Adrianne
Gallo Pinto is a simple and classic breakfast consisting of rice, beans, and Salsa Lizano (another Tico must-try). What Is Gallo Pinto? Gallo Pinto, the national dish of Costa Rica,proves that simple…
Ocean Surfing: Understanding the Different Types of Ocean Waves
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
For those of us who are surfers and enjoy frolicking in one of nature’s most epic playgrounds, the ocean and its waves are both incredibly fascinating and extremely important. Yet for anyone…
Why a Surf + Yoga Camp in Costa Rica is Ideal for Women
Words by Sheridan Plummer
At a surf and yoga camp you can find strength and confidence, push your boundaries, meet interesting and like-minded people, and be immersed in the beauty of the jungle and the ocean….
The 5 Most Common Surfing Fears
Words by Spencer Dunlap
Let’s face it, surfing is an intimidating pursuit. In surfing, unlike most other sports, the playing field is constantly shifting. There are no consistent boundaries, and all the rules are unwritten. What…
Why Choose Costa Rica for Your Next Family Vacation
Words by Sheridan Plummer
Planning a family vacation can be a huge undertaking. Where should you go? How can you take the needs and desires of each family member into account? What kinds of activities will you…
Foundational Yoga Book Recommendations
Words by Pilar
In the first installment of our Bodhi Surf + Yoga Book Club, we will hear from head yogini and Bodhi Surf + Yoga co-founder, Pilar Salazar, about the yoga books which have…
