Women’s Surf & Yoga Retreats in Playa Venao

Join a small group of women for an unforgettable week of surf coaching, yoga and connection in beautiful Playa Venao, Panama.

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Anna

"The best surf experience I’ve ever had."

Anna
California, USA
Annika

"My surfing improved so much in one week!"

Annika
British Columbia, Canada
Jen

"I came alone and left with amazing new friends."

Jen
Oregon, USA

Discover Our Courses

We speak English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and French!

We use a progressive and personalized surf coaching approach—supported by video analysis—to help you reach any surfing level.

Why Surf with Us

ISA Certified Coaches

Professional surf coaching

Women-Friendly Environment

Supportive and inclusive atmosphere

Small Groups

Personalized coaching

Playa Venao Experts

Local knowledge of waves and conditions

About Us

Founded by Olympian surfer Anita and ISA certified instructor Yasmine, Venao Surf School specializes in personalized surf coaching for adults.

Our Story

How We Coach Surfing

Our coaching combines personalized feedback, video analysis, and progressive drills to help surfers improve faster while staying safe and confident in the water

Our Coaching

Surf in Playa Venao

Playa Venao offers consistent waves, warm water and a relaxed surf community — making it one of Central America’s best places to learn and progress in surfing.

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