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15 Years of Soul & Surf: Raff’s story

I quit my job, booked a one-way ticket, and landed in Kerala, telling myself I’d stay six months before going back to my “real life.” Not quite what happened..

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The Soul of Surfing – Part Three

In the third instalment of four articles, Sam Bleakley explores The Soul of Surfing alongside the stunning photography of Katie Rae.

How Surfing Helped Me Find Presence

Lou Burton, a member of our Varkala team last season, shares her thoughts on how surfing has helped her achieve a more mindful lifestyle since leaving behind the City.

The Soul of Surfing – Part Two

In the second instalment of four articles, Sam Bleakley explores The Soul of Surfing alongside the stunning photography of Katie Rae.

A Traditional Ayurvedic Detox

Our team in Kerala recently bid farewell to Lou Burton - who after a couple of months helping out in our clifftop cafe in Varkala, is now off on the next leg of her adventure with partner-in-crime Mark (you can ...

Finding presence in Peru

Earlier this year we set off on our first South American adventure - heading all the way to Peru to surf one of its most iconic destinations: Chicama.

The Soul of Surfing – Part One

In the first instalment of four articles, Sam Bleakley explores The Soul of Surfing alongside the stunning photography of Katie Rae.

Where We Choose to Belong

Soul People - Cat Sarsfield talks to Varghees and Rakhul about waves, their home and why India is where they choose to belong.

Brand Focus: Finisterre

Soul & Surf and Finisterre have been crossing paths for years now - from Joe (our head of partnerships) collaborating with the brand in its earlier years on video content, to sharing mutual friends both in Cornwall and in the tropics.

Riz

Soul People: A few months back, Riz of Riz Boardshorts (pretty much the Soul & Surf uniform in Sri Lanka and Kerala), asked Raff, our GM in Varkala, a few questions about his life. 

Lola Bleakley: Extracts from my diary in India

Earlier this season, we hosted our good friend, the pro-longboarder Sam Bleakley here at Soul & Surf in Varkala for a special month-long residency. Sam joined to share his knowledge and love for the ocean through special one-to-one long boarding workshops ...

Mami Wata Woza

Stuff we like: “Woza” ("Come" in Zulu) tells the story of an African surfer who has been taken as a lover by the African water spirit Mami Wata. It features 22 year-old Transkei surfer, Avuyile Ndamase.

Sam Bleakley

Soul People: For three seasons now, Sam Bleakley – champion longboarder, writer, journalist and documentary maker – has done a month-long residency at Soul & Surf in Varkala, offering longboard workshops to both locals, guests and non-guests, giving them the chance to dance ...


Find Your Love

You know that dream you carry around with you each day?

It’s kinda important.

Wasn’t it what you were put on planet earth to do?


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15 Years of Soul & Surf: Joel’s story

Since we’re feeling a bit nostalgic with Soul & Surf turning 15, I thought I’d share a little about how it all started for me…

Yoga Nidra: The Art of Deep Rest

Yoga Nidra is a practice of deep rest that helps counter modern stress, improve recovery, and enhance mental clarity. Unlike traditional meditation, it guides you effortlessly into relaxation, making it ideal for those of us who find it a little ...

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