The Trip

Head coach Chris and a small group of surfers will chase waves in the wave-abundant, surf paradise of Thulusdhoo, Maldives. Personalised surf coaching, video analysis and yoga to progress your surfing.

All inclusive accommodation, meals, surf coaching, airport transfers and more

• 9 nights accommodation
• Full-board high quality meal plan
• Return airport transfer (speedboat + shuttle)
• 8 full days personalised surf coaching
• Daily surf-yoga/ mobility training
• Daily surf lessons with videographer on every lesson
• Media package including all your surfing videos and photos from the trip
• Boat transfer to all surf lessons
• Daily personalised video analysis
• Surf theory classes tailored to you
• Mindset, surf-skate + land training workshops
• Free Damara Surf merch t-shirt
• Free-use of bicycles to explore the island

Daily schedule

The daily plan is flexible to maximise alignment with the best waves, however here is a general outline of a typical coaching day:

Mornings:

• Breakfast
• Surf Lesson
• Lunch

Afternoons:

• Video Analysis
• Free Surf
• Sunset Yoga
• Dinner

Surf level and progression?

Our Maldives retreats are ideal for L2 lower intermediate to L5 advanced surfers. Be sure to check the specific levels designated for each retreat! Below we have outlined the recommended minimum and maximum level to get the most out of this retreat.

Minimum level: You can pass through whitewater, broken waves and catching waves independently. You are riding down the line consistently and looking to improve basic surf technique.

Maximum level: You want to progress with barrel riding technique and aerial manoeuvres.

Throughout the week, you’ll work closely with Christian to pinpoint the habits or techniques limiting your performance and refine them to help you break plateaus in your surfing.

With Damara Surf’s unique surf progression program, our personalised and professional approach promises to unlock years of potential and take your skills to the next level.

How to get here

Your airport transfer is included in your package! Be sure to fly into Velana International Airport (MLE) in Male. We will transfer you to Thulusdhoo Island by a 30 minute boat ride and taxi from boat to our accommodation.

Yoga

The yoga classes are designed to fit surfers, with or without a yoga experience. Through dynamic and creative vinyasa flow we will target different key movement, to improve flexibilty and balance. With gentle hatha we will focus on stretching muscle group put to a high stress while surfing. Both type of classes will include a meditation/breathing exercise.
Mobility class will provide an upper and lower body mobility routine to help you reach or keep a range of movement essential for your surf practice.

Is this a surf camp or a surf retreat?

Our Maldives trip is a unique blend of both. While we call it a surf coaching retreat because of the personalised coaching and premium accommodation, it also offers the laid-back, social vibe you’d expect from a classic surf camp. You’ll enjoy daily surf sessions, video analysis, island adventures, and the chance to connect with a like-minded surf community — all in a beautiful, tropical setting.

What to bring?

• Surfboard(s)
• Bikini / board shorts
• Rash-vest or other body protection from UV
• Sunscreen and surf zinc with high UV protection
• Sunglasses