From mastering paddling techniques to perfecting your pop-up and choosing the right board, this common surfer mistake overview will help you progress faster and enjoy your surfing journey. Whether you're a beginner surfer or refining your fundamentals, our Panama surf and yoga retreats offer expert instruction and world-class waves to get you riding in no time. Start catching waves like a pro!

Are you a beginner surfer and looking to buy your first board? If you’re new to surfing, shopping for a new surfboard can feel overwhelming, we get it! As a beginner surfer, you don’t need the latest design from a top shaper, or the shortest board to make the most of your surf sessions. Instead, find a board that matches your skill level and allows you catch as many waves as possible so you can progress as a surfer. Check out our new blog post to find out which surfboard best suits your surf level!

Paddling out to a new surf lineup can be intimidating, no matter what level of surfer you are. If you’re new to surfing, the lineup may seem like a daunting and even unwelcoming place full of hard-to-understand unwritten rules and crabby locals who enforce them. Once you understand the ins and outs of surf etiquette, you’ll be able to seamlessly blend into any surf lineup on the planet, as long as you’re surfing within your skill level. Read this blog to learn the 5 essential rules every surfer must know for safely navigating the surf line up.

Surfing is more than just a sport; it's a lifestyle that demands strength, balance, flexibility, and a deep connection with the elements. While time in the water is crucial for honing your surfing skills, integrating yoga into your routine can provide a multitude of benefits that directly contribute to improved performance on the waves. In this blog, we'll explore how incorporating yoga into your regimen can enhance your surfing experience.

For a traveling surfer, Central America has it all: warm water, consistent surf, and tropical weather. With so many world-class waves, picking a destination along Central America’s winding Pacific Coast can be a bit overwhelming. New surfers must be particularly careful about which surf destinations they choose, as not all waves are beginner surfing friendly. To find the best beginner surfing waves in Central America, continue reading below.

Santa Catalina, Panama, is known for its world-class surf and as the launching point for epic dive trips to Coiba Island. Still, there are plenty of things to do in Santa Catalina that don’t involve paddling out on a surfboard or breathing through a dive regulator, even if those are two of our favorite things. Continue reading below to learn Our Favorite Things to Do in Santa Catalina, Panama.

If you’re searching for an unforgettable destination close to nature and full of life for your next retreat, continue reading below for Why Panama is the Ultimate Surf and Yoga Retreat Destination. With huge biodiversity, varied landscapes, two stunning coastlines, some of the best waves in the world, and, perhaps, the best coffee on the planet. If your passport doesn’t have a Panama stamp, it may be time to book a trip.

Here at Waluaa we get so many questions and emails about why choose Panama over a Costa Rica Yoga and Surf Retreat. Here’s our breakdown and the distinction for us and why you’ll ditch Costa Rica and fall in love with Panama for your next Yoga and Surf Retreat.

Finally, your vacation leave is approved and you couldn’t be happier! But wait… you just checked your trusty weather app and it’s showing RAIN ALL DAY EVERY DAY. You feel crushed. Argh. Fear Not. We’ve been getting lots of questions lately about what the weather is like here in Panama during rainy season. Here’s what you need to know.

You’ve got your Lonely Planet and Frommers guide for all the go-to’s on the Panama Tourist Trail. And yes, the Panama Canal is one spot you already know to visit and you’ve read all about Geisha coffee. But what about the cool things to do in Panama that are harder to find? Here’s 10 we know you’ll love.