Ville Magazine l Insider Access for City Lifestyle May/Jun 2016 / Health & Fitness Issue | Page 47

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THE GETAWAY
Ride the Waves
STAY , DO & EAT : KIMA SURF ( www . kimasurf . com )
On the Northern end of Kuta Beach lies Seminyak , one of the top locations for beginning to intermediate surfers . The best time to surf is when there are flowing winds and warmer water . There are multiple surf camps in the area , but they are likely far from your typical idea of camping because you certainly won ’ t be roughing it .
Kima Surf was founded in 1989 and offers luxurious and affordable resorts and surf guides daily . In the quieter spot of Seminyak , north of Kuta , lies its Green Room Hotel . Only walking distance from HalfWay , Padma , Gado-Gado , or KuDeTa there are breaks that are perfect for beginners . There are three different types of rooms offered from standard double / town to two-story bungalow featuring the traditional grass roof offering privacy away from the main house .
The inclusive surf camp offers surf guides twice a day , seven days a week . The guides are with you in the water to give you tips and show you tricks . They are very knowledgeable on swell conditions and are able to adapt to what is best for that beginners , intermediates , and advanced surfers . If you are looking for lessons , book your own surf sessions that suit your personal needs . Three times a week , the lessons are filmed . The guides analyze them afterwards to show you what you ’ re doing right and give you tips on how to get better .
If you are looking to give your body a workout and challenge some waves , surf camps offer the full package of surfing , accommodations , and breakfast cuisine for one affordable price . For as low as $ 120 per night , packages include airport transfers ( minimum 5-night stay ), a 3-course breakfast , surf guides , surf video analysis , surf theory classes 3 times per week , boat shuttle , concierge service , bicycle use , free coffee photo and tea : kimasurf , Wi-Fi ., com and even a Kima t-shirt to take home with you . For lunch and dinner , you are on your own . So feel free to hop on the free shuttle to town and enjoy a full healthy Balinese meal for as low as $ 4 .
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