veni-vidi-vici - I came, I saw, I conquered, we have surfing in common!
Surf Diva Weekends putting the swaray into surfing!
SURF DIVA Getaways are a fusion of the old school Surfing Safaris - getting a group of chicks together, packing your beach gear, jumping in the car, driving up the east coast of NSW, (on your own or with a group of friends), camping on the beach and hanging out and catching some waves. Mixed with a modern day, five star feminine touch.
Swap the tent for some quaint beach side cabins, replace the vegemite sandwiches for gourmet meals, be it breakfast, lunch or dinner and kick back after one of your three surfing lessons with a yoga class or your very own personalised massage.
If you have ever wanted to learn to surf or master your technique in style – then Surf Diva is the weekend retreat you’ve been looking for.
So, let me introduce myself - I’m Natalie Jandl, founder of Surf Diva Australia established in 2000. A Cronulla girl, who wanted to encourage women of all ages to learn to surf or simply spend more time in the water. Surf Diva is about getting back to the basics of what I grew up with. Jumping in the car with a bunch of girlfriends and heading in the direction of wherever the waves were for the weekend. Surf Diva Getaways are also about recognising my dream of encouraging a surfing social network for women and attracting and encouraging more girls to surf. Not only will you meet other like-minded ladies while your learning to catch some waves. You’ll also be able to keep in touch and keep on riding the white wash or hanging out the back together depending where you’re at with your surfing.
Beginners often don’t realise that surfing is a social sport and we at Surf Diva are all about promoting our motto of "safety in numbers": aka chicks in the water! This means we offer exlusively one female instructor per five girls in the water. This provides you with plenty of one on one time and loads of feedback for you to improve. You’ll also meet plenty of girls to call up if you feel like a surf but don’t want to go it alone. You will also be introduced to a network of groups to join to continue your surfing experience. Most importantly you’ll also gain the skills to feel independent in the water which will follow with more confidence to go it alone or encourage your friends to get amongst it.
Surfing has previously been regarded as a lifestyle for those living on the coastal fringe, but now, surfing is making an impact on almost one third of the population, females make up 10% participation of the surfing community.
Surf Diva is passionate about creating an environment that's fun and nurturing in and out of the water. At all times we encourage an easygoing vibe of the good old days mixed with modern day luxuries all rolled into one surfing experience! Learning to surf is a great way to let go of your inhabitations by doing something completely different and learning a new skill or facing any fears. The Surf Diva team consists of some amazing women and has at least 50 years surfing experience between us.
It’s a great experience for everyone. Come on your own or bring friends. You will leave feeling fantastic, get a taste of the surfing culture and never look back. Novice to Master, surfing is the ultimate experience, so come on grab your bikini and get cracking. Surfs Up! - there's no excuse.
Surf Diva also offers weekends for intermediate surfers, mothers and daughters and Snow Diva weekends run in winter on the Australian ski fields. We can also cater to your individual groups of 8 or more with all the Surf Diva special touches.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
2 nights share accommodation (three star, clean and cosy cabins on beach)
surf awareness
3 x 2 hour surf lessons by accredited female surf instructors
surfboards and wetsuits - all sizes (softboards provided - the great beginners board - loads of flotation)
2 x 1 hour Hatha Yoga session designed for women surfers
1 x arrival snack (Friday night)
2 x light breakfast
2 x brunch
1 x dinner (Saturday night)
surfboards and wetsuits - all sizes (softboards provided - the great beginners board - loads of flotation for ease and enjoyment)
sunscreen
your own surfing analysis reviewed on video
copy of your Surf Diva weekend photos on a cd to take home
women surf videos, books and magazines to check out over the weekend
SURF LESSONS
The basics of surfing; ocean awareness; surfing ‘right-of-way' rules; how to paddle; wave riding (for all levels of improvement); and much more handy surfing knowledge to take home with you and on future adventures!
ABOUT YOGA
Hatha Yoga - based on Iyengar method, a physical style where we use our body
as a tool to perceive our mind. To learn more visit www.centralcoastyoga.com.au
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
30 minute remedial massage
Surf Diva T-shirt
Smart Girls Who Surf - Beach Products
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"It was awesome" - Janny Grant
"More chocolate! (Just kidding)" - Alex Koutte
"Instructors were great - Kimberly and Alyssa coming into the water with
us helped heaps, those chicks were unreal!" - Natalie Boland
"Thanks heaps I had the best time" - Lucy Brotherton
"Food was great! Nutella mmmmmm" - Linly Goh
"Thanks for a fab weekend And as I'm such a big mouth I'm tellin everyone" - Michelle "killer" Davis