Frequently Asked Questions
What if I have never surfed before? Is Bali a good place to learn?
The majority of our guests are absolute beginners and Surf Goddess Retreats provides the perfect place to learn!
What type of break is it?
The surf break where our beginner surf lessons are held is friendly sand bottom beach where you are able to stay close to the shore.
I'm going by myself. Is that o.k.?
Absolutely! Most of the women on the retreats are solo travelers and are trying surfing for the first time!
If I come alone, can I share a room?
Yes, we will match you up with another surf sister. Part of the fun is to meet new friends from around the world!
Why only women?
Bali is a popular destination for people from all over the world, but women traveling alone are sometimes intimidated by the distance and foreign travel. Also we make it fun and easy for women to try out the previously male dominated sport of surfing in a female friendly, non-chauvinistic environment.
Don't I need to be young, or at least very fit to surf?
The only thing you need is to be able to swim and feel comfortable in the ocean. Surf Goddesses come in all body types, ages and backgrounds. Surfing is a self-paced activity and our surf lessons are designed so that you can develop your own surf style in a no pressure and totally supportive environment.
Do I have to be good at yoga?
Our classes are suitable for everyone. Our instructor is able to personalize the yoga positions to suit all levels. Also, attendance to sessions is optional and we ask each guest to assess her own abilities and conditions when deciding to join a class.
When is "best time" to go on a Surf Goddess Retreat? And will I need a wetsuit?
Bali is a surfers paradise as the island gets consistent waves which means there is great surfing all year round.There are two seasons in tropical Bali, the "dry" season which is April - November and the "green" season which is December - March. During our "green" season, the days are still hot and sunny, but we typically get a 1 hour ‘shower' in the late afternoon – it's the perfect excuse to enjoy a massage or cat nap! For both seasons, the temperature is around 90° F or 30° F. The water is really warm, so board shorts, rash guards and bikinis are the surfing attire... no wetsuits need!
What time should I schedule my flights?
The first and last days on the the retreat are travel days.Ideally it's best to book your flights to arrive on the first posted retreat date prior to 3pm and to depart around 3pm - 9pm on the last posted retreat date.
Room Check In is available between 12pm - 9pm on the first listed date of the retreat.On the first day the latest time a guest can join the retreat is 9pm. We are unable to cater to arrival after that time and so alternative accommodation would need to be organized for that evening along with transportation to retreat the next day at the guest's own expense.
Check Out is at 6pm on the last listed date of the retreat.
What airport do I fly into?
The airport code is DPS - Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia.We provide complimentary airport transfers to retreat between the hours of 10am – 8 pm on the first day of the retreat and 8am - 6pm on the final day of the retreat.
If you are arriving from or departing to other accommodation in Bali, we are able to provide a complimentary transfers to the following local areas only - Legian, Seminyak, Kerobokan, Umalas, Petitengit and Canggu.
For guest arrivals and departures outside our transfer times and range, it will be necessary to organize your individual transport to or from the retreat at your own expense, which can range from $10 - $25 USD approx.
