All Girls Surf Retreats
Surf, sunrise Kalaripayattu, ice bath, yoga flow, art by the ocean & more
Beginner-friendly surf retreats
Why the All Girls Retreat
Women deserve a supportive, non-judgemental space where they can try out fun (and sometimes scary) things. The All Girls Surf Retreat is our way of creating this space for women to try surfing, an otherwise male dominated sport. This retreat is perfect (and super safe) for solo women travellers - you'll find your besties here (promise!). We have a female host so you don't have to hesitate talking about uncomfortable things like surfing on periods. We even do a surf prep together so you feel ready to take over the ocean!
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All Girls Surf Retreats curated & hosted by Jinal & Rajeev
Surf the mellow waves of Pondicherry
Pondicherry is known for the French architecture, the instagram-worthy cafes, the spirituality of Auroville. But there is something about Pondicherry that is little known - it's the surfing! Serenity beach in Pondy boasts of the most beginner friendly and mellow waves all across India!
Aurovillian Jungle Resort
Stay in a gorgeous and peaceful jungle resort in Auroville away from the hustle of the city
Experience Horseriding
Get to interact with horses and learn horseriding in a beginner-friendly horseriding session
Art Heart Session
Introduction to Art Journaling - learn how to express and process thoughts and emotions through art!
Drum Circle & other activities
Understand rhythm & beats through an interactive drum circle session. Play instruments, dance & just let go!
Explore the surf culture of Varkala
Varkala is a gem in itself - beautiful cliffsides, lovely mangroves, sunsets to die for! Add to that the incredible surf life - close knit community, beginner-friendly waves and loads of experiences to choose from and you have the perfect surf retreat!
Beach-front Luxury Resort
Stay in a picturesque beach-facing boutique resort on the Varkala cliff.
Experience Kalaripayattu
Experience surf flow with the ancient martial arts of Kalaripayattu
Relaxing Ice Bath
Experience the recovery post-surf with a relaxing ice bath
Sunset Surfskate
Learn the art of banalcing in a surfskate. Perfect your balance through a surfskate
Surf the mellow waves of Sri Lanka
The southwest coast of Sri Lanka is famous for surfing - lovely beginner friendly waves perfect for all levels. It's also one of the most popular tourist spot - with loads of instagram-worthy cafes to choose from and a host of unique Sri Lankan experiences.
Pool villa
Located in downtown Ahangama, easily accessible and just a walk away from the best cafes in town
Sunset Surfskate Session
Surfskate during the sunset at a beautiful skate park in Ahangama. Experience the feeling of surfing on land.
Day Trip to Galle
Walk around in this historic UNESCO heritage site - famous for the landmarks, shopping, food and brilliant sunsets.
Traditional Sri Lankan dinner
Get to experience some wholesome home-cooked local food in a family dinner on our last night together.
What is a surf retreat and why should you join an All Girls retreat?
Surf Retreats are our way of introducing you not just to surfing, but to the Surf Life.
Surfing is at the heart of everything, and around it are experiences thoughtfully put together to help you experience the surf culture.
All Girls Surf Retreats are our way of making a small space for you to feel comfortable, safe and just be you!
Curated experiences
Each retreat is unique with different local and cultural experiences - no two itineraries are the same!
In Varkala we have a Kalaripayattu experience at the cliff, a relaxing ice bath, a sunset surfskate session, some gorgeous sunsets from the cliff and surf specific yoga flow.
In Sri Lanka, we have a sunset surfskate session in a professional bowl, a day trip to the historic Galle fort, some surf specific yoga flow and delicious traditional Lankan family dinner.
Soulful stays
Our all girls retreats are hosted at the best possible places - because women deserve only the best! The stays are quaint and peaceful and have all the facilities so if you're looking to spend the 5 days relaxing, you don't even have to step out at all in your free time!
In Varkala, we stay in a boutique beachfront resort overlooking the best sunsets. Situated in the South Cliff, it's close enough to all the popular cafes and markets.
In Sri Lanka, we stay in a boutique pool villa situated in the heart of Ahangama, close to all the instagram-worthy cafes and the beach.
Safe for solo women travellers
Our all girls surf retreats are curated with women in mind - with safety and comfort taking the centre stage. There is a female host for each trip, to ensure comfort for all participants. The itineraries are also designed with a balance of activities and rest and relaxation so women of different ages and fitness levels can join. There is handholding at every step, right from booking tickets to transport to surf prep so it's perfect for women embarking on their first ever solo trip!
Beginner friendly
All of our retreats are super beginner-friendly, especially for those who are surfing for the first time. We work with the best surf schools and certified instructors who will help you catch your (first) waves and tailor the lessons according to your level.
We usually accommodate a few non-swimmer spots too - the lessons are planned at a shallower spot where non-swimmers can also feel safe.
The Vibe
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The boutique beach resort - Varkala
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The boutique pool villa in Ahangama
Your host - Jinal
Jinal is the brain (and the finances) behind Surf Club India. She left her job at Google to pursue her love for scuba diving. But the ocean had other plans for her. Surfing called to her - and she answered.
An introvert at heart, she's still getting used to the idea of running a community and being at the centre of everything.
At Surf Club India, she leads the on-ground experiences: from curating the perfect itineraries for the surf retreats to designing thoughtful workshops. Safety, comfort and inclusivity are at the core of everything she does, making each experience suitable for first-timers, beginners and women stepping into the water. The All Girls Surf Retreats are her way of making a welcoming space for women to experience the freedom of being in the water without any judgements.
Her misson is simple - make surfing and the ocean accessible, safe and joyful for everyone.
Your host - Rajeev
Rajeev is the heart and soul of Surf Club India. To say he is obsessed with surfing would be an understatement - he spends almost every waking moment thinking about surfing and dreams about it when he's not awake. His goal in life is to surf across the country and make friends everywhere so he knows where the swell is good and he can head there to surf.
Before the ocean pulled him in, Rajeev spent over 15 years building brands and businesses. Marketing is his superpower and he's headed various brands as a Marketing Head and as a Fractional CMO. He's now putting those powers to use to get more people hooked to surfing. He manages all the content on social media for Surf Club India and brings his passion to work.
Surf Retreats are his way of introducing more people to the surf life and he spends obnoxious amounts of time obsessing over timing the swells right!
Whether you are a complete beginner or an intermmediate surfer, our surf camps are curarted for a one of a kind experience.
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