We heard you! Surf Like a Girl is back for its second & final edition of 2025. We received such an overwhelming response to the first that we just had to create a second one. This retreat is dedicated to women who are looking to build on their foundational surf skills within a supportive group.

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 mini 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 an experience 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 will be our final retreat of 2025 so don’t miss out on this special offering.

This mini retreat is for you if …

• You are a seeking a supportive community of women to experience surf & yoga with in Siargao

• You are an intermediate to advanced surfer looking to gain confidence in & refine your surf skills

• You are looking to understand the importance of generating speed to polish your foundational maneuvers and to master your flow & style ; cross stepping, hang 5 & taking bigger waves with grace

• You want to learn how yoga & meditation can support your surf progression, recovery & mindset

• You want to gift yourself a day (and a bit more) just for YOU to grow & play within a nurturing environment

Please note that this day retreat is for intermediate to advanced surfers only due to the break & waves we will be surfing that day. This means you must be able to already independently read & catch your own waves. We highly suggest you bring a board you are comfortable riding to support your progression.

Inclusions

• Personalized holistic surf guidance & mentorship from Ana Mae & the Ulap Surf team

• Surf theory & post-session surf analysis

• Surf photography

• Homecooked pre-surf lunch at Little Shell

• Tea, coffee & signature snacks (Ulap’s famous biko & Little Shell’s well-loved banana bread + spiced popcorn)

• 1 hour pre-surf gentle yoga & yoga nidra meditation at Little Shell

• Honest discussions on Siargaonon surf culture, surfing as a woman, mental preparation, and so much more

Exclusions : transportation, surfboard rental, boat fees (if needed)

Optional Add Ons - for those seeking to build on their day retreat learnings

Nov 23 Afternoon | Follow-up Surf Coaching with Ana Mae & Ulap Surf | 3500php

Nov 23 4PM | Additional Yoga Nidra Session with Kaye at Little Shell | 600php

Day Retreat Flow

Saturday, Nov 22

• 9AM | Breakfast over tea & coffee

• 930AM | Pre-surf yoga & yoga meditation with Kaye at Little Shell, Malinao

• Short talk on moving through fear through yoga

• 10.30AM | Surf Mindset Discussion with Ana Mae

• 12NN | Healthy home cooked pre-surf meal by Ate Janece

• 2/3PM | Sunset Surf with Ana Mae & the Ulap team

  Sunday, Nov 23

• 9AM | Surf Video Analysis & Closing Circle at Little Shell, Malinao

  The flow may change slightly on the day due to the tides & surf conditions.

Investment [4 out of 10 spaces remaining]

Standard Rate | 6500php

Local Siargaonon (born & raised) Rate | 5000php

*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 must be paid in full to reserve your space. All payments are non refundable for any reason. Your slot is transferable to a friend of the same surf level 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.

Kaye will be present throughout the entire day retreat for any emotional support & listening needed, drawing from her Level 1 Counselling | Basic Helping training.