Bali Surf Retreats for Women

Close your eyes and imagine yourself sun-kissed, healthy, and carefree laughing with new friends and playing in warm tropical waves. Our women-only surf program is ideal for those who want to learn to surf in a supportive and empowering environment. With lessons created by women, for women, you’ll progress at your own pace and most likely be standing on your board by the end of your first session.

As one of the original Bali retreats focused on surf experiences for women, we’re proud to set the standard for fun, safety, and sisterhood in the surf.

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  • For +120 Day Advanced Bookings – Only $900 USD deposit required to secure this special rate and hold your space

 

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Unlimited Spa Package

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YOU WILL ENJOY:

  • No limit to your spa treatments
  • No days excluded – Avail. Daily from Arrival to Departure
  • No additional charges for any treatments
  • Spa treatments available between 10am-10pm everyday

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Advance Booking Room Upgrade

Book your retreat over 180 days in advance and be eligible for a Complimentary Room Upgrade!

  • Be eligible for a Complimentary Room Upgrade when you book and pay in one full for any retreat date over 180 days in advance.
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Back-to-Back Retreat Special

Book Back-to-Back Retreats & Get 2 Extra Nights Free Stay!

  • Book 2 x Back-to-Back Retreats and Receive up to 2 Extra Nights Stay Free!
  • Offer available for any combination of retreat packages

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Last Minute Booking Special

Book a retreat in Seminyak and be eligible for a Complimentary Room Upgrade!

    • Be eligible for a Complimentary Room Upgrade when you book any of our Seminyak retreats.
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Who are surf retreats good for?

Surf retreats offer an effortless, all-inclusive way to enjoy a surf holiday especially if you’re new to the sport. Our retreat is designed for women who are ready to learn in a supportive and empowering environment. You don’t need any prior experience, just basic swimming skills and a love for the ocean. It’s a great way to overcome any hesitation about surfing, with professional coaching and a fun, encouraging vibe. Many guests leave with not only new skills but also meaningful connections forming lasting friendships and surf sisterhoods that extend well beyond the retreat.

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What is a surf retreat?

A surf retreat offers a more elevated experience than a typical surf camp, combining stylish accommodations like private villas with relaxing extras such as spa treatments and gourmet dining. While traditional surf camps are often more basic covering essentials like lodging, meals, and surf lessons a surf retreat goes beyond. You’ll often find yoga sessions and wellness activities included, creating a more holistic getaway that nurtures your body, mind, and spirit alongside daily surf adventures.

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What are the benefits of a surf retreat?

Joining a surf retreat is a great way to accelerate your progress in the water. With experienced and certified instructors guiding you, you’ll feel supported and safe as you learn on waves and boards suited to your skill level whether you’re a total beginner or looking to refine more advanced techniques.

These immersive experiences are typically hosted in some of the world’s top surfing destinations, like Bali, where warm water (around 28°C / 84°F) and consistent waves create ideal conditions nearly year-round.

One of the biggest perks of a surf-focused getaway is the ease everything is organized for you. From transport to different surf spots and daily activities to all your meals and gear, it’s all taken care of. All you need to do is turn up, paddle out, and enjoy the ride.

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How to pick a good surf retreat?

The Surf Retreat Destination

Although it’s natural to have high hopes when booking a surf retreat, doing a bit of research beforehand can really pay off. One of the key things to check is the surf season at your chosen destination, as not every location offers consistent waves year-round. Bali is a unique exception thanks to its geography, the swell shifts between the west and east coasts depending on the season, allowing for reliable surf conditions throughout the year.

In contrast, places with only one coastline may experience long flat spells at certain times. So, if you’re planning a retreat during a less active season, you might find the ocean surprisingly still. Fortunately, Bali’s dual-coast setup means you’ll have a good chance of catching waves no matter when you go.

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The Surf Breaks

While many destinations claim to cater to all surfing levels, that’s rarely the case. Each beach or reef break tends to suit specific skill levels some are perfect for beginners, while others challenge more advanced surfers. A well-organized women’s surf retreat will take you to a variety of surf spots not just the break in front of the accommodation. If only one location is offered, it’s worth doing your own research to ensure it matches your experience level.

At a professionally run retreat, your surf sessions will be guided by accredited instructors with deep local knowledge of wave conditions and break safety. The team and fellow guests can offer helpful insight into which spots are ideal for your skill level. Ideally, you’ll be placed in a group with other surfers at a similar stage so that each session is both safe and supportive.

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Water Temperature

Another key weather factor to keep in mind is that many surf destinations don’t offer warm water year-round. Surfing in warm water lets you stay out longer and enjoy the waves without the discomfort of thick wetsuits or the need for ear protection, which is often necessary in colder conditions to prevent issues like surfer’s ear.

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What will I learn on a surf retreat?

For Beginner Surfers

Our Beginner surf lessons will teach you how to:

  • Successfully jump and ride your board in the first hour!
  • Essential ocean knowledge and water safety
  • Wave Knowledge – How to choose the right waves
  • Safe board handling and how to fall off safely
  • Paddling techniques
  • How to turn your board
  • How to use the waves energy to gain speed gathering speed on a wave which will have you prepared to enjoy surfing green “unbroken waves” with style!

On well-run surf retreats, beginners are taken to the right beaches for the right conditions.

This means that you will gain confidence quickly and will always be in a safe and supportive environment with accredited instructors.

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For Intermediate Surfers

Intermediate surf lessons teach expertise in wave riding and prepares you for more challenging breaks on the reef and outer banks.

Our intermediate surf coaching will teach you how to:

  • Improve wave selection by identifying how to choose the best waves to ride
  • How to take off on the angle of a wave
  • How to make transitional turns—forehand to backhand, which provide the foundation for the key maneuverer in surfing “the cutback”.
  • Best techniques for generating speed and using compression and extensions for body positioning and ‘trimming’ the wave.
  • Learn surfing rules and etiquette for dealing with crowds and seasoned surfers
  • Learn how to navigate reef surfing and other larger wave riding techniques.

This intermediate course is key preparation for reef and large wave riding.

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What happens on a surf retreat?

A well-planned surf retreat will take you to the best surf breaks for your level at the best time to catch the best waves. Usually this is in the morning as the wind tends to pick up as the day goes one, so surfers head out in the morning to catch ‘glassy’ surf. The best time to surf also depends on the tides. Different surf breaks will work best on different tides, and the tides change daily with the phase of the moon. It can be quite a science to find the right tide and break combination, so surf session times will always be flexible. After surfing your retreat will offer a balance of personal time for relaxation, spa pampering alongside sightseeing adventure and spiritual activities like yoga and meditation.

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What happens on a surf retreat?

Here is a sample Itinerary of a day on our Bali Surf Retreat for Women:

  • Morning – Breakfast / Surf Sessions (these start early and depend on the best tide time)
  • Afternoon – Lunch / Spa Treatments / Personal Time
  • Late Afternoon – Yoga & Meditation / Workshops
  • Evening – Dinner / Personal Time

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Surf Goddess Retreats

20 Years Of Teaching Women Surfing

Established in 2003, Surf Goddess was the first ‘surf retreat’ designed specifically for women who want to go on a ‘surf camp’—but with all the inclusions found on a luxury vacation. The Surf Goddess coaching program was inspired by our founder, who was taught surfing by a woman and recognized that women often learn surfing differently than men. She saw the need for an approach tailored to introduce women to surfing at any age or fitness level.

From there, we developed a surf retreat experience that holistically addresses women’s unique physical strengths and challenges, our relationship to the ocean, and the personal intentions we bring to learning how to surf. Our mission remains the same today: not just to teach women how to surf on their holiday, but to help create a generation of wave riders who carry the soul of surfing with them wherever they go.

We’ve introduced thousands of women to the joy of surfing through our beginner-friendly surf holidays. If you’ve never surfed before, you’ll be amazed to find yourself standing on the board by the end of your first lesson. We also honor that every woman’s journey is different, and our supportive women’s surfing program lets you progress at your own pace, comfortably and confidently throughout the week.

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Surf Goddess is Best if:

  • You want to learn with female focused lessons
  • You want to improve your surfing skills noticeably in a week
  • You want to surf world class tropical breaks
  • You want to explore Bali and connect with like-minded surf sisters
  • You want unlimited spa pampering
  • You want to travel solo without feeling alone
  • You want a surf retreat that feels like it was made just for you and your surf level

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Surf Retreat Package Inclusions:

  • 7 Days / 6 Nights at our Divine Bali Retreat Sanctuary
  • Peace of mind traveling with a world leading retreat for women since 2003
  • Experienced retreat facilitators available 24/7 who will ensure you have a magical holiday
  • Itinerary concierge to help customize your dream retreat
  • Complimentary transfers to & from airport and local hotels
  • Complimentary 3pm late check out

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Fun & Safe Surfing

  • 5 Group surf lessons or guided trips
  • Ratio of 1 instructor : 3 students ensuring safety and confidence
  • Australian accredited Instructors qualified to international standards
  • You will receive personal attention at all times, with individual feedback provided throughout each session
  • Complete surfing equipment – everything you need!
  • Boat trip to a secret spot where you surf on  gentle waves (conditions dependant)

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Spa, Yoga & Bliss

  • Unlimited Hours of rejuvenating spa treatments every day – With your choice of massages, scrubs, facials and more…
  • Daily Yoga & Meditation sessions in our open air yoga shala
  • Complete yoga equipment – Mats, Bolsters, Blocks, Blankets, Straps & Eye Masks
  • 1 x Follow Your Bliss Day – Your choice from a selection of 18 cultural, adventure or relaxation experiences around Bali listed below

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Wellness & Workshops

  • Personalized Goddess Glow wellness menu lovingly prepared by our chefs – 16 delicious meals including Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners – Detox Cleanse Option Available
  • Unlimited purified spring water, freshly brewed coffee, teas, tonics, juices and smoothies
  • Unlimited freshly healthy treats every afternoon from freshly made bliss balls to tropical fruit platters
  • Special Retreat Workshops from Balinese Offering Making, Cacao Ceremony, Sound Healing, Journaling, Jamu Making**
  • Goddess Wellness Bags with gifts for your retreat experience
    • Eco – Friendly Tote
    • Surf Goddess Rash Guard
    • Ceremony Sarong
    • Goddess Glow Gifts

    *2 meals not included so that our guests can enjoy sampling some of Bali’s fantastic dining experiences) our guests can experience
    **subject to availability on dates

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Comfort & Peace of Mind

  • Open living pool-side lounge with free flow coffee, tea and iced cucumber and lime water, plus complimentary full-day drink and healthy snack menu
  • Large central swimming pool with sun loungers set within lush tropical gardens in our main villa
  • 3 x Private pools in our private villas for those seeking the ultimate in relaxation on their retreat
  • Air-conditioned spa treatment rooms at main villa and private therapy rooms in each private villa.
  • Beautifully appointed and spacious air-conditioned bedroom rooms
  • Lovely room amenities including robes, hairdryers, and locally produced vegan aromatherapy bathroom essentials
  • Daily housekeeping, Butler Service and Nightly Turndown Service
  • Nightly turn down service with inspirational cards and our sleep rituals to help you drift off into a restorative sleep.
  • Complimentary local telephone calls
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi internet access at villas and private cars
  • Privately Chauffeured Cars with Water & Towels, Chargers and Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary bikes for cycling around Seminyak’s best shops and sights

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Come join us to laugh and learn the thrilling sport of surfing in Bali.

As Bali’s first ‘surf camp’ for women we have 20 years of experience teaching beginner to intermediate female surfers.

Awaken the Surf Goddess in You!

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