10 DAY SURF CAMP
Ready for a deeper dive into the world of surfing? Our 10-day surf camp at Playa Venao is designed to provide a comprehensive surf experience for beginners and intermediate surfers alike. Over 10 days, you’ll enjoy personalized surf lessons, gain confidence in the water, and explore advanced techniques under the guidance of our expert instructors. Whether you’re here to master the basics or refine your skills, the extended camp offers the perfect balance of practice, relaxation, and adventure. Choose your ideal accommodation, and bring along friends or family for a shared surfing experience.
What’s Included:
- 10 days of surf lessons tailored to your skill level
- All surf gear included (surfboard, leash, wax, rash guard)
- Video analysis and theory lessons
- Choice of private or shared accommodation
- 9 breakfast provided
- 9 yoga Sessions
Ready for a deeper dive into the world of surfing? Our 10-day surf camp at Playa Venao is designed to provide a comprehensive surf experience for beginners and intermediate surfers alike. Over 10 days, you’ll enjoy personalized surf lessons, gain confidence in the water, and explore advanced techniques under the guidance of our expert instructors. Whether you’re here to master the basics or refine your skills, the extended camp offers the perfect balance of practice, relaxation, and adventure. Choose your ideal accommodation, and bring along friends or family for a shared surfing experience.
What’s Included:
- 10 days of surf lessons tailored to your skill level
- All surf gear included (surfboard, leash, wax, rash guard)
- Video analysis and theory lessons
- Choice of private or shared accommodation
- 9 breakfast provided
- 9 yoga Sessions
| Participate |
Single, 2 Pax, 3 Pax, 4 Pax, 5 Pax |
|---|---|
| Room |
Dorm Room, Private Shared, Private |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SURF COURSE
- 8 surf lessons with a professional instructor
- 3 video analysis and theory lessons
- Unlimited board rental with over 100 boards to choose from (plus access to gear)
INCLUDED IN CAMP
HEALTHY BREAKFAST
Breakfast of champions at Selina River.
PRIVATE PHOTOGRAPHER
Photos + Video Analysis Take-Home Package.
YOGA CLASSES
Available yoga class at 9am or 4pm daily.
CO-WORK
Air conditioned space with free coffee and tea.
ACCOMODATION
This accommodation is a 2-minute walk from the beach.
- Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory
- Private Shared
- Private
(Availability upon requests)
TRANSPORTATION
Pick up from Panama City to Playa Venao and return to Panama City.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
The shuttle from Panama City to Playa Venao leaves every day (except Saturdays) at 8:30 am. The pickup locations are Selina Casco Viejo or Hostel Coco Loco.
The shuttle from Playa Venao to Panama City leaves every day (except Saturdays) at 03:30 p.m. The pickup locations are Selina River Venao or Selina Playa Venao.
Lessons Tailored to Your Experience
Let us know your level and we will curate a course to match.Beginner
BUILD CONFIDENCE IN THE WATER
- Surfing terminology and equipment
- Surf safety and ocean awareness
- Catching whitewater and surfboard control
- Paddling and take-off
- Mastering the pop-up
Early Intermediate
LEARN TO SURF INDEPENDENTLY
- Paddle to the line-up and board control
- Paddling through waves "Turtle-Roll"
- Takeoff adjustments/position
- Understanding waves and line-up etiquette
- Catching greenwaves and riding the face
- Improving paddle power and stability
- Out of the water exercises and practical training techniques
Intermediate
DIVING DEEPER INTO SURF
- Picking the right surfboard for you
- Surf-spots knowledge and breakdown
- Paddling through waves "Duck-Dive"
- Learning to bottom turn and come up the face
- Learning to generate speed
- Performing technical manoeuvres like snaps, roundhouse/cutbacks and carving
- Utilizing breathing to improve performance and conserve energy
Advance
PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT
- Breathework, heart-rate control and energy conservation
- Timing between sets and wave periods
- Pick the right waves and fine-tuning takeoff position
- Expand your vision, target setting, and broadening your time on the face.
- Rail-to-Rail surfing techniques
- Foot placement and arm adjustments when making technical maneuvers
- Video-analysis
FAQ
All surf camps include daily surf lessons, accommodation, breakfast, and optional activities like yoga. You’ll also receive all necessary surf equipment, such as boards and rash guards.
Not at all! Our camps are open to all skill levels, from beginners learning to surf for the first time to more experienced surfers looking to refine their skills. Our instructors tailor lessons to your ability.
We offer various accommodation options at Selina Playa Venao - Venao River, including private rooms and shared dorms. All accommodations are comfortable, close to the beach, and perfect for relaxing after a day of surfing.
We recommend bringing sunscreen, swimwear, a hat, sunglasses, and casual clothing for off the beach. We provide all surf gear, including boards and rash guards. If you’re participating in additional activities like yoga, bring comfortable clothing for that as well.
Our camps vary in length from a few days to a week or longer, depending on your preferences. Check the details of each camp package to find the duration that works best for you.
You can book directly on our website. If you have any questions shokogipanama@gmail.com.
