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5 Basic Surfing Tips for Beginners

Surfing | Administrator | 29/09/2022 22:42

Are you a beginner surfer learning how to masterfully surf the shores? Here are 5 tips from us to get you started! At Surf Camps Sri Lanka, we are all about ripping the waves with surfboards. But you must understand that surfing is an art that you ...
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TRAVEL TO SRI LANKA

About Sri Lanka | Administrator | 29/09/2022 22:34

All you need to know for hassle free and easy surf trip!
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What Are Surfboard Fins?—How Many Types Are There?

Surfing | Administrator | 07/05/2022 22:36

It doesn’t matter if you are a professional or a beginner level surfer because you require good fins to surf especially if you want to tackle the high waves. You don’t want to be choosing the wrong surfing fin especially if you are opting for <b>a s...
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5 exceptional ways to improve your surfing 2022

Surfing | Administrator | 10/04/2022 07:53

There is always a price to pay, a compromise that needs to be done when you want something and want to achieve it with your whole heart. The same is true for surfing or any other sport out there, you want to get better at it. You would have to prac...
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Everything you need to know about different surfing styles

Surfing | Administrator | 27/02/2022 13:28

Surfing is a complete sport as it engages every muscle in your body. You are immersed into it from neck-up i.e. with your mind focusing on the ever changing wave patterns and the waist down i.e. your legs and feet hoisted firmly over the surfboard. ...
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Ten Terms from the Surfing World You Must Know!

Surfing | Administrator | 10/02/2022 22:30

Every sport out there has its own specific lingo and to be able to understand many terms that are thrown out there by the people who play it you must be inside the circle. As for surfing, there are plenty of terms that are most commonly used among e...
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Three Surf Safety Essentials for the Beginners

Surfing | Administrator | 23/01/2022 16:03

If you ever wanted to be free like truly liberated in every sense of the world then there is nothing more auspicious than taking up surfing. When you are up there, glistening on the mighty ocean’s tide and coming down strong towards the shore it fee...
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Six Common Surfing Blunders Beginners Make

Surfing | Administrator | 01/01/2022 21:28

Most beginners that come around surfing think that it would be an easy job, they will get a few lessons, catch the first wave on their own and it will be a job well done. But that is seldom the case. Surfing is as peculiar as it gets, there are a lo...
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What Size of Surfboard is best for you?

Surfing | Administrator | 04/12/2021 22:24

Regardless of the fact if you are a beginner, a professional, or just in between choosing the right surfboard is extremely important to your success as a surfer. The building of knowledge such as choosing a surfboard on the basis of the wave intensi...
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A Quick Guide to Surfing for Beginners

Surfing | Administrator | 16/11/2021 22:17

People are taking up surfing as a hobby right and left and unlike other sports where practice makes you perfect surfing requires a dedicated mindset and technique above practice to become competitive. This might be the only sport out there where pro...
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Surf Ethics—5 rules that every beginner needs to know about

Surfing | Administrator | 16/11/2021 22:00

Surfing is a challenging sport, it requires patience, commitment, and above all skill to become an ultimate surfer. There are some unwritten rules, codes of conduct for surfing if you will that every beginner must comply with. This is not only impor...
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5 health benefits of surfing that are just out of this world

Lifestyle | Administrator | 30/10/2021 08:16

When talking about the health benefits of an outdoor activity surfing seldom comes to mind. But it offers a variety of physical and mental benefits as well. Not only is it healthy but it offers peace of mind to the person while allowing people to be...
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A Guide to Surf Board Shapes

Surfing | Administrator | 16/10/2021 20:16

While there are a lot of surfboards out there, they're all designed for different purposes, styles and skill levels. From the iconic longboards to the contemporary paddle surfboards, there's something for every surfer and even the waves they'll ride...
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How to Read a Surf Report—Some Major Terms You Should Know

Surfing | Administrator | 05/10/2021 22:54

How do you decide if it is a great or acceptable day for surfing? Some people would be alright no matter how the weather is and how high the water is because these are pros and know what they are doing. But to the rest of the squeamish bunch especia...
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Things To Know Before Booking A Surfing Camp

Surfing | Administrator | 28/09/2021 21:29

Surfing is indeed a rewarding experience- riding the wild waves, enjoying the beautiful waters and it gives your body a pretty good workout too. But that's certainly something you shouldn't do on your own because of the multiple risks it involves. T...
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What Are Surfboard Fins? How Many Types Are There?

Surfing | Administrator | 25/09/2021 20:11

Whether you’re a beginner or a pro surfer, the fins you choose for your surfboard can make or break your performance on the waves. Here at <b>Sri Lanka surf camp</b>, legend has it that the right surfboard fin can affect your performance by up to 40...
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6 Unheard Facts about Surfing That Every Beginner Should Know

Surfing | Administrator | 13/09/2021 22:15

Every new surfer has his ups and downs with surfing while starting out on this journey from scratch. It is scary, it is fun and it leads to new horizons ultimately. How can you be certain that while perched on a might wave you would be able to paddl...
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The ultimate surf camp in Sri Lanka

Surfing | Administrator | 27/08/2021 21:26

Surf Camps or Surf Hotels are the dedicated destinations for surfers to gather, engage in fun exercises, learn about surfing, share food, and have a community vibe. It sure is not a nerd's nest where a bunch of like-minded people gathers around; it ...
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Benefits of Yoga and Surfing together

Yoga | Administrator | 21/08/2021 21:31

For some coming from a selected side, i.e., surfing or yoga, it can be difficult to see the two as a united entity. But if you give it some thought, then these are more aligned, unified, and interconnected with one and other. The ultimate purpose of...
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History of Sri Lanka

About Sri Lanka | Administrator | 13/08/2021 20:38

If you're considering a visit to one of Asia's most beautiful islands, Sri Lanka, you probably want to want to get some familiarity with Sri Lanka's History. After all, nothing helps you appreciate the native culture and society of the countries you...
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SRI LANKA OPENED ITS DOORS FOR FOREIGN TOURISTS WITH NO QUARANTINE REQUIRED

About Sri Lanka | Administrator | 13/08/2021 20:25

As the news are rolling through the island we are happy to share it with you - SRI LANKA REOPENED ITS BORDERS WITH NO QUARANTINE REQUIRED for international fully vaccinated travelers on July 7th 2021. Something we all have been looking for since Ma...
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Surfing in Sri Lanka: Culture and History

Surfing | Administrator | 13/08/2021 20:12

When the word Sri Lanka comes to your mind, you are immediately reminded of the sea. The island is located in South Asia with stunning beaches and a lavish atmosphere for the perfect vacation you have dreamt of.
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Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Sri Lanka — Hidden Sightseeing Gems According to Locals

About Sri Lanka | Administrator | 01/07/2021 23:10

Sri Lanka is a beautiful island paradise that’s popular among tourists. However, depending on your travel style, you may prefer to explore the island’s hidden gems instead of flocking to popular tourist sights. If that’s the case, you’ll definitel...
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Top Things to Do in Weligama, Sri Lanka

About Sri Lanka | Administrator | 29/06/2021 20:15

Weligama is a famous surf town on the southern end of the emerald island of Sri Lanka. And while there are many great attractions across the rest of the country, there are several things worth experiencing during your stay in Weligama itself, recomm...
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Top Things to Do in Sri Lanka

About Sri Lanka | Administrator | 13/06/2021 21:37

Sri Lanka is a fascinating tourist destination, rich on beautiful sites and thrilling activities for locals and visitors alike. On your next visit to Sri Lanka, you may be wondering what to do to take advantage of everything the island has to offer....
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Surfing in Sri Lanka - A guide to Sri Lanka surfing seasons

Surfing | Administrator | 10/06/2021 22:53

It's not a secret tropical island of Sri Lanka, lost in crystal clear waters of Indian ocean, boasts to be one of the best surfing destinations in the world, offering wave hunters prestine sandy beaches with palm trees overhead and world-class surfi...
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Surfing in Sri Lanka - The ultimate guide to the best surf spots in Sri Lanka

Surfing | Administrator | 10/06/2021 22:48

It's been not too many years since surfing has come into the frame of this fabulous island and gained blistering popularity, making Sri Lanka widely-known tropical surf paradise. And there's a good reason for that. Warm water, palm-fringed sandy ...
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Top 3 Best Beginner Surfing Beaches in Sri Lanka

Surfing | Administrator | 10/06/2021 22:42

Sri Lanka is an island country located in South Asia, and while it’s a popular tourist destination, many tourists fail to realize that it’s also a great place to surf. The island of Sri Lanka is divided into two halves, and there are beaches on both...
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TOP 5 BEAUTIFUL BEACHES IN SRI LANKA SOUTH COAST

About Sri Lanka | Administrator | 31/05/2021 12:30

Sri Lanka's surfing scene is becoming more and more popular from year to year and is already accepted as the world best, suitable for surfers of all standards. Surfers from around the world are attracted here by tropical warm ocean and wide variety ...
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TOP 5 THINGS TO DO IN WELIGAMA APART FROM SURFING

Lifestyle | Administrator | 31/05/2021 07:27

Sri Lanka is widely known as world's top surf destination for its warm water and vast array of wave types. Near our Sri Lanka surf camp The Surfer Weligama a willing surfer can find all varieties of best surf spots Sri Lanka has to offer - from begi...
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5 TIPS FOR INTERMEDIATE SURFERS

Surfing | Administrator | 31/05/2021 07:13

No surfer is ever done with learning. Even our top surfing instructors at our Sri Lanka surf and yoga camp, who you can find surfing Weligama best waves each day before and after lessons, still have a lot to learn. If you're an intermediate surfer...
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5 YOGA POSES FOR INCREASED PADDLING STRENGTH

Yoga | Administrator | 31/05/2021 07:09

Surfers are often thought of as relaxed, or even lazy. Our obsession with waves and total prioritization of surfing over most other things in life (work and school included) leads some to believe that surfers are, in fact, lazy. Our guests at The ...
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SURFING SRI LANKA 08 BEGINNERS SURF TIPS

Surfing | Administrator | 02/06/2021 23:45

Learning to surf is no easy task. Whether you're taking surf lessons at our surf camp in Sri Lanka or learning elsewhere, the road to riding your first wave is often riddled with wipeouts, embarrassments and tiny frustrations. Despite all of that, n...
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5 YOGA POSES EVERY SURFER SHOULD PRACTICE

Yoga | Administrator | 02/06/2021 23:42

Surfing and yoga in Sri Lanka take a rightfully important place and seem to be seamlessly woven together by the surf travel industry for a good reason. Surfing and traveling both take a toll on the body. Surfing Sri Lanka’s epic, warm water breaks, ...
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