Film
2020 | PG | 51m | Science & Nature Docs | IMDB
After learning of her parents' newfound, post-vacation environmental awareness, a filmmaker travels to Costa Rica where she learns about how a sustainable approach to business can inspire environmental stewardship throughout the world.
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We designed The Bodhi Wave Study Guides for educators as companions to the documentary. In the guides, we explore the main concepts from the film:
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Cast & Crew
Meet The Bodhi Wave cast and crew, then book one of them to speak at your university or high school about environmental conservation.
Travis Bays
Co-Founder, Bodhi Surf + Yoga
California, U.S.A.
Travis Bays
Co-Founder, Bodhi Surf + Yoga
California, U.S.A.
Travis has over 15 years experience in microcredit community banking, project design and management, and sustainable tourism. A former Peace Corp Costa Rica volunteer who spent his service years in Bahia Ballena, Costa Rica, Travis founded a social and environmental impact business, Bodhi Surf + Yoga, in the same community that affected his life so profoundly.
Travis has consulted for the Costa Rica-USA Foundation for Cooperation (CRUSA), Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment, and other non-profit organizations. He is also the Founder and Vice President of the Costa Rica SOMOS Foundation and the Central American Ambassador for the Transformational Travel Council.
Travis has presented for:
- Center for Responsible Travel - CREST
- Transformational Travel Council - TTC
- See Change Sessions
- Stanford University
- University of San Diego
- University for Peace, Costa Rica
- University of Costa Rica
- CASE Western Reserve
- Impact Travel Alliance
- Peace Corps Costa Rica
Travis is an ardent surfer and ocean lover and enjoys incorporating these passions into his array of roles at Bodhi.
Travis' areas of expertise: Social and eco entrepreneurship, B Corp Certification, strategic alliances, participatory analysis for community action
Pilar Salazar
Co-Founder, Bodhi Surf + Yoga
San Jose, Costa Rica
Pilar Salazar
Co-Founder, Bodhi Surf + Yoga
San Jose, Costa Rica
As an Ecotourism, Sustainable Tourism and Entrepreneurship consultant, Pilar believes in providing unforgettable travel experiences while being a force for good for the planet.
Pilar heads the yoga, sustainability, and HR divisions of Bodhi Surf + Yoga. She has been a YogaWorks Certified Yoga Teacher for over 14 years. Her approach to teaching provides customized experiences for each student. She tailors her sessions to include not only postural yoga to strengthen muscles and improve joint mobility but also breathing techniques and philosophy to manage stress and promote relaxation.
Outside of Bodhi, Pilar is on the Board of Directors of the nonprofit Fundacion Los Valientes, represents Bodhi Surf + Yoga on the Costa Rican climate action campaign Race to Zero, leads the Bandera Azul Ecologica Program (PBAE) for Climate Change, and is working with stakeholders on Ruta Electrica, an initiative to establish Bahia Ballena as an electric car route in the southern part of the country.
Other initiatives Pilar has been involved with:
- Participated in the development of the Savegre Biosphere Reserve, Costa Rica
- Joined the Costa Rica Tourism Institute in developing the 2022-2027 Strategic National Tourism Development Plan.
Pilar's areas of expertise: Ecotourism & sustainable tourism, entrepreneurship, climate change, and Yoga (Ashtanga, Vinyasa Flow & Iyengar Method).
Jazeen Hollings
Director/Producer, The Bodhi Wave
Jazeen Hollings is a writer, filmmaker, editor, and motion graphics designer. After graduating from OCAD University, she worked as a video editor and short film director in Toronto which resulted in one of her films being shown at the Toronto Independent Film Festival.
Hannah Walsh
Cinematographer, The Bodhi Wave
As an emerging director, Hannah Walsh tells stories that spark inspiration and positive change. She is currently a documentary film student at the School of Motion Picture Arts, Capilano University, Vancouver, Canada.
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About Bodhi Surf + Yoga
Travis and Pilar continue to operate the world’s first Certified B Corp surf and yoga camp. They continue to strive for sustainable business excellence and hope their example inspires others to do the same.
Bodhi Surf + Yoga is a platinum sponsor of the Center for Responsible Travel, a 1% For The Planet business member, and have been recognized as a Best for the World: Community Honoree. They have been B Corp Certified since 2016.
Responsible Business
Bodhi Surf + Yoga is a Certified B Corporation. The designation means Bodhi Surf + Yoga has been measured on its social and environmental impact and met certification standards as a corporation dedicated to building an inclusive, equitable, and regenerative global economy.
Bodhi Surf + Yoga is committed to donating a minimum of 2% of its annual revenue to charitable partners each year through their Travellers’ Philanthropy Program and SOMOS Foundation.
Pay It Forward
As a thank you for making The Bodhi Wave free and accessible, consider giving a donation to SOMOS, Bodhi Surf + Yoga's go-to non-profit foundation that supports environmental, social, and community initiatives in Central and Southern Costa Rica.
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