Your Central America team is made up of some of the best bodyboarders in the world, with decades of experience, they all receive in-house training and are all qualified lifeguards – so you can be sure of being in safe hands for your entire trip.
Rob Barber is not only the founder of Bodyboard Holidays - he is also a former European and British Bodyboarding Number 1, he’s obsessed with bodyboarding and after being sent to Costa Rica for a bodyboarding magazine photo shoot when he was 21 has returned most years ever since. Through exploring up to El Salvador he found his two fave spots to hang out in the winter!
Joao was born and raised in Portugal, he lived for some time in the Lisbon area, enjoying the waves around Sintra and beyond. But his heart is in his homeland, to the north, in Porto. He Started bodyboarding at the age of 12 and now has over 27 years of experience as a bodyboarder. Working year round as an instructor means that he can share his skills better than most. He loves central America and you’ll see why.
Jay Reale is a bodyboarding legend and one of the most accomplished figures in the sport’s history. Originally from Ocean City, Maryland, Jay has been riding waves since 1980, earning titles like U.S. Amateur Champion and competing in the world’s most iconic spots, including the Pipeline World Championships. Beyond his competitive success, Jay is known as a global ambassador for bodyboarding, with a career that spans magazine features, TV appearances, and worldwide travel. Jay now co-runs eBodyboarding.com, the largest bodyboarding shop in the world, combining his decades of expertise with a passion for supporting the bodyboarding community.
We’re incredibly lucky to have Jay join us on Bodyboard Holidays trips, where his unmatched expertise, fun personality, and passion for the sport take the experience to another level. Whether sharing tips in the lineup or stories from his incredible career, Jay brings an energy and enthusiasm that make every session unforgettable.
Vicki Reale is a pioneer in women’s bodyboarding, she’s famous for her fearless style and groundbreaking achievements. Born in Port Macquarie, Australia, Vicki quickly rose to prominence on the world stage, becoming the first Australian Women’s Pro Champion and competing in the World Surfing Games. Her travels have taken her to five continents, and she’s been a prominent figure in shaping the sport, even gracing the cover of Riptide Magazine as the first female bodyboarder to do so. Vicki now co-runs eBodyboarding.com, the world’s largest bodyboarding shop, where she helps riders of all levels gear up and stay stoked for the waves.
Having Vicki on a Bodyboard Holidays trip is an incredible privilege. Her wealth of experience, charming personality, and love for the sport make her an inspiring mentor and companion. Bodyboarding with Vicki is not just fun-it’s a chance to learn from one of the best in the game and share her infectious passion for the waves.
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Learn the simple skills that help you set up your kit, catch your first waves and feel more confident in the water.
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