The dropouts

We had outgrown the small wind waves of Reef Bay and had graduated to the real stuff. Our favorite spot was on Tortola—it still is. This particular surf spot was famous not for its waves, but for the full moon psychedelic parties at the beach bar situated directly in front of the main break

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LETTING GO OF FEAR

Fear comes to people in all different ways in surfing. It may be just diving under a wave for the first time, or fear of turtle rolling or a fear of wiping out and getting hurt. As surf instructors, these are things we can teach and guide you through.

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Surfer Girl Hair Care

The surfer girl hairstyle often exudes an effortless, beachy vibe that many admire. However, the reality behind this look is far less glamorous. Frequent exposure to saltwater, sun, and wind takes a toll on our hair, leaving it dehydrated, burnt, and frizzy.

The combination of these elements dries hair out, stripping it of its natural oils. Over time, this results in a host of issues such as split ends, tangles, and a lack of shine. Products designed to maintain the surfer aesthetic can sometimes add to the problem, as many may contain ingredients that can further damage and dry out hair.

To keep surf hair looking its best, essential care is needed. Here are some pro tips from my most recent chat with fellow surfer and hair speacialist Jenna.

  1. Rinse hair as soon as you get out of the water

  2. Do not use hair oils in the sun

  3. Apply leave in conditioner to hair after you shower

  4. Avoid hair products with volume.

  5. Get your split ends trimmed every 3 months

The Ocean And All That I Am

My heart is heavy, I am sad

I feel lost in this world, seperate and alone

Come be with me says the Ocean.

I grab my surfboard , I head to the surf

I ask the water please heal me, I am sad, I feel alone in this world

The waves touch my toes inviting me in.

The ocean says come be with me, I will hold you, I will love you, I am always here for you. I will heal your broken heart and the parts of you that feel lost, sad and alone.

I am pure love the ocean says. I am always here with you and for you, I never leave your side. You don’t have to feel alone anymore.

I am you and you are me.

I realize I am the ocean..

The I Am presence that I am is always with me. I don’t have to go anywhere or be any different or do anything.

It is the present moment. It is what we all are in our essence and is always right here.

Thank you ocean for reminding me who I am…

SOUTHERN COSTA RICA

The Osa Peninsula may not be the easiest place to reach, but it is defiantly worth the travel time. The jungle creeps right to the sea and a plethora of wildlife can be viewed from your front porch. Macaws, toucans, parrots and monkeys are just a few of the locals here. The Osa also happens to be home to consistent southwest swell April- October. Creating beautiful, groomed rolling swell that gently peels of headlands into the bay.

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3 TIPS TO SURF BETTER, NOW!

Number 1

Choose the right wave! Sounds simple but not every wave is perfect. Look for a “peaky one”. Not to steep not to rolling. Position yourself in the right spot and look for an open wave, not a close out. A close out will be one long line of equal height along the it. Close-out

Open wave

Number 2

Paddle at least 3 more times than you think you should. Drop your chin towards the board and dig deep, those 3 extra paddles are almost always needed to catch the wave.

Paddle with your chin towards the board = more weight forward

Number 3

Look in the direction you want to go, do not look down. When we are surfing where you look is where you go. So please look down the line. Trust your feet will land in the right spot and keep your gaze on the unbroken part of the wave.