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Stories, surf tips, and travel inspiration from Dominical

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Yoga at Kalon Surf Camp surrounded by jungle and rainforest

How to Prepare Your Body for a Surf Trip

We get this question a lot: “What should I do to prepare for my week at Kalon?” People assume the answer is strength training — push-ups, pull-ups, hitting the gym harder. And while being in good general shape doesn’t hurt, the honest answer might surprise you. The most important thing you can work on before a surf trip isn’t strength. It’s balance. Fitness doesn’t equal a faster learning curve After coaching thousands of guests, we can tell you this with certainty: there is no direct correlation between how fit someone

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Best Waterfalls To Visit Post Surf Session In Costa Rica

Best Waterfalls To Visit Post Surf Session In Costa Rica

So you’ve enjoyed your 5-star surfing session and are now looking to enjoy more of the beauty of Costa Rica. Why not keep the water-themed fun going by visiting some of the nation’s most gorgeous waterfalls? With breathtaking scenery, crystal clear waters, and a plethora of activities for the whole family to enjoy, visiting these natural wonders can offer tons of fun and precious memories you can take back home with you. Two of these gems — Nauyaca and La Paz — are offered as optional tours that we can

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Best Fruit to Fuel Up With In Costa Rica

Best Fruit to Fuel Up With In Costa Rica

Surfing is hard work. You’re in the sun, fighting currents, paddling constantly — and by the time you get back to the beach, your body has burned through more energy than you realize. Water helps, but in Costa Rica, the real secret to staying fueled between sessions is the local fruit. This isn’t the flavorless supermarket produce you’re used to back home. Tropical fruit in Costa Rica — grown in volcanic soil, picked ripe, eaten the same day — is a completely different experience. At Kalon Surf, we’ve built this

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Aerial view of the pacific coast at sunset with manual antonio in the distance

Best Time to Surf in Costa Rica: A Month-by-Month Guide

The honest answer to “when’s the best time to surf in Costa Rica?” is: whenever you can go. Costa Rica’s Pacific coast gets rideable waves 365 days a year. The water is warm enough year-round (78°F / 25–26°C) that you’ll never need a wetsuit. And because Costa Rica has hundreds of microclimates — shaped by mountains, valleys, coastline, and elevation — the weather where we surf around Dominical doesn’t follow the same patterns you’ll read about in generic Costa Rica travel guides. We’ve coached guests at Kalon Surf every week

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Yoga at Kalon Surf Camp surrounded by jungle and rainforest

Best Yoga Routine For Surfers

Whether you’re new to surfing or a seasoned pro, you should be aware that, just like any other exercise, surfing can take a physical toll and requires the right kind of recovery. After all, surfing demands flexibility, balance, strength, and focus. This blog will explore how yoga helps surfers and provide a step-by-step yoga routine for surfers to follow. But first, let’s look at the common physical symptoms many surfers experience. What are yoga benefits for surfing? If you’ve recently discovered your passion for hitting the surf, it might be

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Why Learning To Surf As A Couple Is A Good Idea

We see it every week at Kalon Surf: couples arrive not sure what to expect, and by Friday they’re talking about when they can come back. Some are celebrating an anniversary or a birthday. Others just want a vacation that’s more than sitting by a pool. A few have booked on impulse — two days before the flight, in one case. What they all discover is that learning to surf together creates a kind of bonding that’s hard to replicate with a candlelit dinner or a spa day. It’s active,

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Why Surf Lessons Make A Great Holiday Gift

Why a Surf Trip Makes the Best Gift (For Someone Else — or Yourself)

Every week at Kalon Surf, at least one guest is here because someone else decided to give them the experience. A husband surprises his wife for her 50th birthday. A group of friends pools together for a milestone celebration. A mother books a week for the whole family before her youngest leaves for college. A company sends a team member who’s been grinding all year and just needs to decompress. Surf lessons as a gift might sound unusual — but at Kalon, we see it constantly. And the reactions are

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Is Costa Rica A Good Place To Visit In December?

Yes — December is an excellent time to visit Costa Rica. The dry season has just begun, daytime temperatures sit in the low to mid-80s°F, and the Pacific coast sees very little rainfall. For surfers, it’s one of the most comfortable months: warm water, manageable waves, and long sunny days. Weather in Costa Rica in December December marks the start of Costa Rica’s dry season (verano). Days are warm and sunny — perfect for surfing, hiking, and beach time. Evenings cool off noticeably, so it’s worth packing a light jacket

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Best Beaches In Costa Rica

Best Beaches In Costa Rica

Tucked between the Caribbean and the Pacific Ocean, the expansive shoreline makes each beach in Costa Rica different from the next, each with its unique personality. If you consider yourself an avid beach goer and find yourself lazing by the beach any chance you get, you absolutely cannot miss the beaches in Costa Rica. With white sand, palm trees, black volcanic sand, and rugged coves surrounded by tropical rainforests, Costa Rica is the place to go. You might not know where to start with so many beaches to explore. In

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Is Costa Rica A Good Place To Visit In The Fall?

Is Costa Rica A Good Place To Visit In The Fall?

From tropical beaches to breathtaking rainforests, Costa Rica is a country you need to see in your lifetime. So if it’s time you finally ticked this beautiful country off your bucket list, you might be wondering when to visit Costa Rica during the year. While it’s a beautiful destination all year round, traveling in the fall months to Costa Rica can offer an unforgettable experience. Here’s why we think visiting Costa Rica in fall is one of the best times of year — from amazing activities to cheaper flights. When

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playa hermosa jungle shot with surfers coming out of the ocean

10 Mistakes Beginner Surfers Make & How To Fix Them

Most of our guests at Kalon Surf have never touched a surfboard before they arrive. By the end of the week, they’re riding green waves and wondering why they didn’t try this ten years ago. The difference isn’t talent. It’s coaching — and specifically, knowing which mistakes to fix first. Our surf coaches work with beginners every single week. They see the same patterns, the same habits, and the same breakthroughs. Here are the ten mistakes that trip up almost every new surfer, and exactly how we fix them. 1.

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Best Waterfalls Costa Rica - Bijagual

Best Things To Do In Costa Rica When Not Surfing

With amazing waterfalls, endless lush rainforests teeming with exotic wildlife, and breathtaking beaches, Costa Rica is one of Central America’s hotspots for eco-conscious travelers. Whether you prefer relaxing on the beach, soaking up the gorgeous sun, or you live for the thrill of riding the perfect wave, Costa Rica offers something for everyone. If you’re on vacation at our luxury Kalon Surf resort and want to take a breather from surfing, we’ve compiled a bucket list of the best things to do in Costa Rica to help you kick your

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