People always ask – what are the surf conditions like in February? Well, you just never know. Sometimes it’s super small with just cute little waist-high longboard waves and sometimes we get a good swell and it’ll be overhead and kinda firing. This week was a mix of both. The first few days were mellow and easy and then half way through the week the swell cranked up and put the girls to the test. They totally handled it!
Tag: surfing
A Good Day at the Bay
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On the last day of the retreat most of the Amigas were already surfed-out and tired. We happened to have a pumping swell (particularly for December) and great conditions, so Holly paddled out and got a few waves herself while some Amigas watched from the shore break.
Surf Adventures with Amigas (Fastest Volcano Boarding Group Ever!)
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Really, when it comes down to it, we’re all about having fun. Whether it’s cheering for new friends as they catch the best wave of their life, sharing a cold beer under an amazing sunset, racing down the beach on horseback, or dancing at the top of a volcano, we love to have a good time. This group just so happened to top the volcano boarding speed list with Jess from Western Australia scoring 72km/hr, and a bunch more Amigas in the above 50km category. Thankfully, no one was injured!
Neon Seas – Courtney in Mexico
I used to coach Courtney Conlogue way back when she was 12 years old. Even then she was already super dedicated to surfing and fitness. It was no surprise when she went on to win big contests and put together inspiring video parts. Here she is shredding in Mexico.
Holly’s Lazy Surf Session at Punta Mango
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The day before the start of two Surf With Amigas Retreats in El Salvador, Holly stopped at Punta Mango for a relaxing session. Not trying too hard, just flowing with the waves, and having fun.
Waterfalls and Surfing in El Salvador
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This morning we start day 1 of our season of retreats in Nicaragua, but here’s another look at last month’s trip to El Salvador. We’ll be heading back to El Sal again next year, so if you aren’t already, email me ([email protected]) to be added to our mailing list if you want to join in!
This is what a Surf With Amigas women’s surf and yoga retreat looks like in El Salvador. We surf, hang out, and play in gorgeous waterfalls. So fun!
Melissa Celebrates her 40th Birthday at Surf With Amigas
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Melissa came on her second retreat with Surf With Amigas to improve her surfing and also celebrate her 40th birthday. Surfing must keep you young and hot, because Melissa is looking awesome!
Kelsey singing “Marry the Sea” in El Salvador
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Kelsey is a shredder from Redondo Beach, CA who has been demonstrating her awesomeness on surfboards of various lengths for several days in El salvador. We’ve only just realized that she also shreds on the ukulele.
“Marry the Sea” written by Imaginary Cities
Amigas in El Salvador Part 2
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A few days into their retreat, the Amigas started really getting comfortable with the waves and were totally charging. They’d look at the footage and couldn’t believe the size of the waves they were able to ride. Trust Ako when she tells you, you could do it too!
Surf Completely – Learn to Generate Speed on a Surfboard by Practicing on a Skateboard
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After catching a wave and standing up, learning how to generate your own speed is the most important skill in learning to surf. The success of every turn relies on having enough speed. Unfortunately, it can be tricky to learn how to pump, but practicing on land on a skateboard is a great way to learn!
Having the right skateboard for the lesson is important. A longboard skateboard is key, and I prefer a Sector9 Sidewinder series skateboard. Check out the video for tips on how to improve your pumping by playing around on a skateboard.
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