Surf Like a Girl | A Women’s Surf & Yoga Day Retreat
Join us (Ana Mae & Kaye) for a day of surf, yoga & community in the island that we are grateful to call home. As teachers of two movement-based practices, we have a unique appreciation of how beautifully supportive surf & yoga can be of each other.
The purpose of this day retreat is to guide women in expressing themselves authentically both in the water & on land. We will explore this through a balance of movement in the surf & stillness in meditation. This gathering is inspired by the endless ocean, the Siargaonon people and a sustainable way of living that protects nature.. This is a day retreat to help us remember the true spirit of surfing & yoga- reciprocity with nature and the community. At its heart, this retreat also carries the intention of preserving Siargao’s nature and its cultural practices.
It is pure magic when women gather together with a beautiful, shared intention. We look forward to surfing, moving and spending time with you very soon.
This day retreat is for you if …
You are seeking a supportive community of women to experience surf & yoga with in Siargao
You want to learn how yoga & meditation can improve your surf experience & mindset
You’d like to gain confidence in the water & in your yoga practice
You want to gift yourself a day just for YOU to learn, grow & play within a nurturing environment
Please note that this day retreat is for experienced beginner surfers to intermediate surfers.
Inclusions
Personalized holistic surf guidance & mentorship from Ana Mae & the Ulap Surf team
Hand-chosen surfboards based on your surf goals
Surf theory & post-session surf analysis
Surf photography
Home cooked post-surf lunch, hydrating refreshments & nourishing snacks
1 hour private post-surf restorative yoga & yoga nidra meditation at Little Shell Yoga Shala, Malinao
Honest discussions on Siargaonon surf culture, surfing as a woman, surf & yoga mindset training, and so much more
Exclusions : transportation & boat fees (if needed due to conditions)
Day Retreat Flow
7AM Pre-surf coffee & tea
Beachside mindset meditation & free movement with Ana Mae
8/9AM Morning surf (2-3 hours)
12NN Healthy post-surf meal at Ulap Surf
Rest & shower time
Surf Analysis over biko & coffee
3/4PM Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra Meditation with Kaye at Little Shell Shala
5PM Closing circle
The flow may change slightly on the day due to the tides & surf conditions.
Investment [2 additional spaces now available]
5500php per person
4500php local Siargaonon (born & raised)
*We accept cash, GCash, or bank transfer to reserve your space. We also accept PayPal, HSBC UK & Revolut subject to a 5% processing fee. Please note that payments are non refundable but are transferable to a friend should you become unable to attend.
Meet Your Guides
Ana Mae Alipayo
Professional Surfer & Surf Coach
Founder, Ulap Surf
Ana Mae grew up in Siargao, becoming Cloud 9 Masters Champion in 2019 and earning her place among the Philippines’ top three professional surfers. She represented the country in the Olympic Qualifications and studied General Psychology at St. Paul University in Surigao, where her understanding of people and human connection deepened.
She believes in closing the gaps that divide people by teaching them to embrace one another and celebrate every culture. With two decades of surfing experience, Ana Mae shares not only the technical side of surfing but also its core values: awakening consciousness to protect the ocean, practicing compassion within communities, and preserving culture and nature — leaving a legacy of care so that future generations may flourish on a thriving, living earth.
Kaye Aboitiz
Yoga & meditation teacher
Founder, Little Shell Yoga Shala
Kaye is a yoga teacher and the founder of a community-centered yoga & meditation space, Little Shell Yoga Shala. Much of her current yoga practice centers around deep rest meditations & their ability to unwind deeply ingrained mental obstacles. Over the last few years, her yoga & meditation practice has intertwined with her surfing to create a cohesive, joyful way of living.
Now, she aims to build spaces, communities & gatherings where people can feel a sense of belonging. She believes that to belong & to be accepted is one of the most life-altering human experiences anyone can have.
Her story of connection with Siargao began in the early 2000s when she visited the island for the first time. That connection with the land & its people has continually deepened through the last few years of living, working & being in community here.
Most of the time, you can find her at the front desk of her shala as its unofficial listener/therapist, in the water surfing or with her furry best friends.
Heartsongs & Soulkeys | A Voice & Harmonium Workshop
An afternoon workshop with devotional sound practitioners Kaye & Beng oriented towards learning the practical basics of playing the harmonium and utilizing your voice as an expression of devotion
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This 4 hour workshop will cover
-Harmonium basics for kirtan
-Pranayama [breath] to support singing
-Building singing confidence
-Working through emotional obstacles preventing you from singing
-Practical vocal strengthening exercises
-Connecting with the voice as a pathway for expression and emotional release
-Foundational mantra theory & practice
This workshop is for anyone who might like to build their singing confidence and/or their harmonium skills. No experience at all is required, just an open heart and desire to learn.
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Workshop Fee
1800p early bird [until June 22] | 2000p standard price
A non refundable 1000p deposit is required (via cash or GCash) to save your spot as spaces are limited.
Includes water, tea & a light snack
Please bring your instrument with you [harmonium, shruti box or small keyboard] to learn on. You may find it helpful to also bring a notebook.
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You can learn more about each teacher through their Instagram accounts as well @littleshellkaye @yogawithbeng
Heartsong | A Singing Workshop
Join Kaye for a 3 hour singing workshop on supporting your unique vocal expression. This particular session will focus on embodied pathways to communicate your emotions, life experiences and devotion through your voice.
How can we listen more deeply to our own inner sounds?
How can we use our voices to express what is deeply embedded in our hearts ?
Kaye will be leading the group through some more traditional vocal confidence techniques, a few free-voicing exercises as well as supporting you in group singing.
Much of her knowledge is drawn from formal vocal coaching, choir experience as well as almost a decade of devotional singing practice. Bhakti Yoga & embodiment practices also inform much of what will be shared in this session.
This workshop is for anyone who is interested in finding deeper connection between themselves and their voice. This may be particularly suited towards yoga teachers who are interested in incorporating singing into their practice.
Flow:
2PM Getting to know each other
230PM Practical vocal confidence techniques
3PM Singing with Heart | Devotional singing
4PM Group singing & closing circle
Fees:
1500php (early bird price till Nov 28)
2000p (standard price from Nov 28)
Includes tea & light snacks
A non refundable deposit of 500 is required to confirm your space within the workshop. This is transferable to a friend should you be unable to make the session. Kindly send a message via IG (@littleshellshala) or WhatsApp ( +63966 827 64) for more information & to book in.
Holy Hips
Come join us for the third round of Holy Hips; a yoga and somatics workshop inspired by Embodied Flow principles integrating mindful movement and Tantric philosophy to evoke your sensual energy. This will be the final offering of this workshop until mid 2025.
This women’s workshop will be led by Filipina meditation guide & yoga teacher, Jof Sering. She will share practical tools to support you in easing pelvic pain and increasing emotional and bodily awareness. She will also share practices to help you embrace your sensual energy as well as release lower back tension.
November 9, 2024
Saturday, 8AM-12NN
PHP 3,500 per participant
Includes materials, home made vegetarian snacks and herbal tea
A non refundable deposit is required to book your space in this workshop. Kindly send a message via IG (@littleshellshala) or WhatsApp ( +63966 827 64) for more information & to book in.
Holy Hips
A yoga and somatics workshop inspired by Embodied Flow principles. Integrating mindful movement and tantric philosophy to evoke your sensual energy.
Bridging Practices: Yoga for Athletes
It’s no secret that elite athletes have started incorporating Yoga into their training programs. From Simone Biles to Novak Djokovic, the late Kobe Bryant, John John Florence and of course, our very own Hidilyn Diaz.
Whether you’re an athlete, a coach or an enthusiast of team, endurance, strength, speed, precision , mental or even combat sports, learn why and how to incorporate Yoga’s diverse practices into your own training regimen not just to improve the athlete’s peak performance but more importantly, their mental fortitude which, as we’ve seen in current sporting events, has given athletes who practice Yoga, a significant edge over the competition paving the way towards victory.
Experience Yoga for Athletes first hand from Ayn Latonio, the Yoga teacher of Hidilyn Diaz, the Philippine National Sepak Takraw Team, the Philippine National Dragon Boat Team, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu world champions Eliecha and Ellise Malilay among other athletes.
This workshop is open to coaches, athletes and enthusiasts of any sport. Whether you’ve never practiced Yoga before or have been practicing for quite some time. The three-hour workshop includes both a lecture on the theory and principles of Yoga and applying these principles through a practice session.
Learn more about Teacher Ayn of Lamdag Yoga here.
Mats, props and straps are included in the workshop fee. Drinks and light snacks will also be provided for all participants.
The workshop will be conducted in English with an option for Bisaya explanations as needed.
Pricing:
Standard Price ~ 2500PHP
A non refundable deposit of 1000php is required to book your space in the workshop. Payment can be made via cash or Gcash.
Kindly send us a WhatsApp message (+63 966 827 6448) or Instagram DM (@littleshellshala) to book in.
Liberating the Voice : A Kirtan, Voice & Sacred Sound Workshop
Join Kaye as she guides you through an afternoon deep dive into the relationship between the voice, sacred sound and kirtan [devotional mantra chanting].
This workshop is for anyone who is seeking to build more confidence in their voice, both in singing and expressing themselves in life. The session will also cover sacred sound theory and practice in relation to kirtan.
Kaye will be sharing vocal exercises growing from years of traditional choir, opera and voice training as well as less traditional voice methods.
Everyone is welcome regardless of their level of practice or experience.
Tea and snacks are included in the price of the workshop. We will also provide a comfy yoga mat and bolster for all participants to sit or lie on.
If you’d like to book your space, please reach out to the shala via email, WhatsApp or Instagram ( @littleshellshala).
Workshop Flow
1PM Settle in with Tea & Introductions
1.30PM Vocal Toning Exercises - to build confidence and strengthen your own sound
2PM Voice + Harmonium Basics - for those are interested in chanting with an instrument
3PM Hydration + Phone Break
3.15PM Channeling emotions through Voice - understanding the voice as an instrument for storytelling, devotion and expression
4PM Open time for questions and one-on-one vocal guidance (and snacks!)
We will close up before or promptly at 5. If you have to leave to attend to family or work responsibilities, you are totally welcome to do so around 4.
Pricing:
3,000PHP
A partial deposit of 1000php is required to book your space. All deposits are transferable to a friend but are non-refundable.
Holy Hips | Yoga & Somatics Workshop w/ Jof Sering
This women-only session will be led by meditation guide and yoga teacher, Jof Sering. She will be sharing a series of tools to help you embrace your sensual feminine energy. Allow yourself to fully experience your inner most self through the body mind connection.
Come join us!