“I discovered BnBs in 2022 when all the trips were sold out. I waited to sign up for 2023 and looked forward to the weekend all year. Even with all that anticipation, BnBs exceeded my expectations! The intermediate longboard weekend drew a group of women who are motivated to get out and surf, and also want to improve. We all made connections to keep surfing throughout the winter. Lydia’s instruction was clear and actionable. Her tips improved my surfing in the first session, now I just need to keep practicing. Having BnB’s organize the structure of the weekend and take care of dinners was super relaxing, a lovely change of pace for us organizers out there. Awesome balance, of lessons, free time, and free surf. Nothing like 8-10 other women to pump you up for that wet wetsuit. Thanks Mel and team! I recommend BnBs weekends 1000%!”

“The longboard clinic changed my surfing life forever! I learned SO SO much and made so many amazing connections with amazing women. I am so grateful for the opportunity to learn amongst such a rad group of women and to able to take my surfing to the next level in such a supportive and fun environment. Thank you so much for everything Bitches and Barrels... I will be back!!! ”

“If you’re trying to decide whether or not to do a BnB weekend, DO IT! It was the most fun weekend with such an incredible group or inspiring women! The trip leads are so kind, funny and caring. They go above and beyond to make sure everyone is having the best time. I’ve never felt so instantly accepted and comfortable with a group of people before, definitely made some forever friends. Besides the great people my surfing improved SO MUCH! I did the intermediate longboard trip and getting coached by Lydia Ricard progressed my surfing more in that weekend than I had in months. I feel so lucky I got to attend a BnB weekend, truly such a great experience. Treat yourself and go get barrelled with some bitches!”