Our Surf Trip Calendar Explained
Understand why we travel to our different destinations at specific times of the year & what to expect. As a “surf coaching retreat” organization, we…
Mentawais & Maldives: is your surf level adequate?
One of the most common questions for our intermediate coaching retreats to the Maldives & Mentawais is: is my surfing level appropriate for this trip? The tricky…
Don’t Go Out of Shape: 6 Exercises to Keep You Fit Until Your Next Surfing Trip
Being a highly challenging sport, it goes without saying that surfing requires a sustainable fitness level. Prepare for your next surfing trip or fost…
Into the Jungle with Morgan Maassen
An interview with Surf Photographer and Filmmaker about his work as a creative, his travels in Nicaragua and Bali and his recent film "Jungle."
Meet Rex Calderon
Rex Calderon is Nicaragua’s national surf champion. He’s one of the most humble and positive human beings we know. We’re so grateful to have him…
Getting physically prepared for your surf trip
Training to go on holiday… Really? Every season, we hear a few guests say something like: “I wish I came on this trip in better shape.”
Top 5 Beaches for Beginners to learn to Surf in Bali
Our Top 5 Best Beaches for Beginners to Learn To Surf in Bali Bali is often considered one of the ultimate playgrounds for surfers. While…
River surfing in Montreal
Surfing the playful river waves around the island of Montreal, 400 km from the ocean.
San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua or Playa Guiones, Costa Rica?
Can't decide between one of our surf coaching retreats? Here's some extra information about both surf towns that could help you make a decision.
New Surf Coaching Retreat Destination; Mentawai
Welcome to the Mentawai islands. An intermediate only surf coaching retreat on some of the best waves on earth.
5 of The Best Mobility Exercises to Improve Your Surf Game + Reduce Injuries
How can we max out our surf fitness and ensure we’re still able to catch waves well into our old age? It’s a great paradox we may never fully know…
4 Best Surf Camps in Bali
At Barefoot Surf Travel, we believe the best surf trip for beginners and intermediates is a combination of a high-quality surf coaching program, mixed with…
6 Best Surf Camps in Costa Rica
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How To Find The Right Surf Camp For Me
A list of things to think about before booking a surf camp. With tons of options for camps, retreats and schools, this list will help you narrow down …
7 Things To Know Before Booking a Surf Camp
7 things to know before booking or planning your surf trip. Things to consider and reminders to help you have the best trip for you.
Girl From Up North
An interview with film photographer & longboarder, Corina Rose, of Girl From Up North. The details on her love of surfing, good food, the simple life…
Post-Surf Session Yoga
The best yoga poses to practice after your surf sessions. Do this flow frequently to help avoid injuries and keep you surfing longer and more efficien…
Pre-Surf Session Yoga
The most efficient and effective pre-surf sequence to prepare you for the surf session ahead. Use this quick grounding and moving flow to improve your…
Learning to Surf as an Adult with Michael Chmielewski
Surf Philosophy with our friend, Michael Chmielewski. Learning to surf as an adult gifted him the perspective beyond physics. "As I matured, I gave th…
Meet Frank Haché
Frank Haché is just a boy and his fish. Read more about our Travel Director in our Nicaragua destination!
Yoga for Surfing Strains & Overuse Injuries
Yoga poses aimed to relieve the muscle groups in the neck, shoulders and low back from repetitive strains and overuse injuries from surfing.
Fred & Les.Basics
A former team member of Barefoot Surf Travel has grown to follow her inner voice. In her case, it has taken her to the popular beach town of Canggu, B…
5 Yoga Poses for Long Flights
If you’ve done any bit of traveling, you have noticed how your body reacts to the stiff mold the airplane seat creates. We’ve put together a list …
Bali: Two Nights in a Treehouse
The simple life of AirBnB host, Putu Junaedi, and what it means, for him, to live more.
Kynd Energy Balls
An energy ball recipe from our friends of Kynd Community in Bali, designed to power you through every surf session or through your day at home.
5 Myths About Yoga
We collaborated with yoga teachers from all over the world about some of the most common myths in yoga and why they are far from the truth.
Holiday Gift Guide from the Barefoot Team
Holiday Gift Guide from the surfers and travelers of Barefoot Surf Travel. Our favorite items for what we love to do most.
Why Choose Nicaragua for your first Surf Trip?
Are the waves suitable for beginners? Is it Safe? Your Budget? So many aspects to consider. 7 reasons why Nicaragua is an ideal destination for beginn…
What’s a Kook? | Surf Slang
Just because you’re a beginner surfer doesn’t mean you are a kook. Surfers can be kooks at different skill levels. Here is our definition of a "Ko…
Meet Franco Rivas
Franco Rivas is the first surf coach we ever added to our team. In a way, he represents what most inland surfers would have dreamed of...
10 Days of Surfing in Bali & Lembongan
From May 14-25th, eleven travellers joined our Surf Journey across the islands of Bali & Nusa Lembongan.
How To Stay Surf Fit as an Inland Surfer
Do you live far from the Ocean? Learn about how to stay in good shape so you can be ready for your next Surf Trip.
7 Yoga Poses That Will Keep You Surfing Longer Sessions
We’ve all been there… Whether you’re a complete beginner, or a surfing veteran, fatigue can set into your body in the middle of an epic surf se…
Meet Naomi Bishop
An interview with our surf coach, Naomi Bishop, about her experience learning to surf in the UK to living in tropical countries teaching what she love…
