{"id":9921,"date":"2024-02-01T09:25:00","date_gmt":"2024-02-01T10:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/?p=9921"},"modified":"2025-10-10T08:39:50","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T08:39:50","slug":"learn-from-the-greatest-surfers-of-all-time-at-kandooma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/2024\/02\/learn-from-the-greatest-surfers-of-all-time-at-kandooma\/","title":{"rendered":"Learn From the Greatest Surfers of all Time at Kandooma"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Kandooma Maldives Welcomes 2024 Surfing Legends Series<\/p>\n<p>Together with partners, The Perfect Wave, Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives is delighted to announce the return of the Surfing Legends Series to the private island paradise. Attracting former World Champions Barton Lynch and Pam Burridge, and ex-pro Ace Buchan, who will share their stories, secrets and coaching tips in their exclusive surfing programmes.<br \/>\nTake advantage of the knowledge on offer and polish up your surfing skills with a series of special Surf schools to choose from during the surfing season in the Maldives.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_31828\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-31828\" style=\"width: 779px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-31828\" src=\"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Holiday-Inn-Resort-Kandooma-Maldives-Welcomes-the-Year-of-the-Snake-with-Festive-Celebrations_-Aerial-View-1024x682-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives\" width=\"779\" height=\"519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Holiday-Inn-Resort-Kandooma-Maldives-Welcomes-the-Year-of-the-Snake-with-Festive-Celebrations_-Aerial-View-1024x682-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Holiday-Inn-Resort-Kandooma-Maldives-Welcomes-the-Year-of-the-Snake-with-Festive-Celebrations_-Aerial-View-1024x682-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Holiday-Inn-Resort-Kandooma-Maldives-Welcomes-the-Year-of-the-Snake-with-Festive-Celebrations_-Aerial-View-1024x682-1-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Holiday-Inn-Resort-Kandooma-Maldives-Welcomes-the-Year-of-the-Snake-with-Festive-Celebrations_-Aerial-View-1024x682-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Holiday-Inn-Resort-Kandooma-Maldives-Welcomes-the-Year-of-the-Snake-with-Festive-Celebrations_-Aerial-View-1024x682-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Holiday-Inn-Resort-Kandooma-Maldives-Welcomes-the-Year-of-the-Snake-with-Festive-Celebrations_-Aerial-View-1024x682-1.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 779px) 100vw, 779px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-31828\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>\u201cMany of the surfers who join us for the Surfing Legends Series have non-surfing friends and family, so we can ensure they are well looked after too. The island Kandooma has so much to offer in terms of great food, activities, relaxation, watersports and even a Spa.\u201d said Ben Horvath, Business Development &amp; Marketing Manager, The Perfect Wave.<br \/>\n\u201cSurf, hang out and learn from some of the greatest surfers of all time. There\u2019s no better place to do it than the home of Kandooma Right in the Maldives.\u201d he added.<br \/>\nTake your pick of your favourite Surfing Legend from a choice of three greats this season.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-9930\" src=\"http:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/kc047lgp-large-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Surfer legend Barton Lynch\" width=\"512\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/kc047lgp-large-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/kc047lgp-large-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/kc047lgp-large-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/kc047lgp-large-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/kc047lgp-large.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"page-block paragraph-block mb-4\">\n<div class=\" text-justify\">Aussie\u00a0<b>Barton Lynch<\/b>\u00a0whose exemplary career included 17 World Championship victories to become one of the most successful professional surfers of all time.\u00a0 He is now one of the most sought after coaches, an expert commentator and loves to surf more than anything. \u00a0 Barton will host a seven night camp\u00a0<b>27 April to 4 May, 2024<\/b>\u00a0starting from US$4,250 per person (based on twin share 1 surfer\/1 non-surfer occupancy) staying in a Beach Villa.\u00a0 Barton will be hosting exclusive dhoni (Maldivian boat) trips to nearby waves including lefts such as Tucky Joes and fun rights like Quarters and Riptides.\u00a0 At Kandooma-fushi, your private island home for the week, your villa is positioned just steps away from the beach and a private world-class right hand point break wave called Kandooma Right.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"page-block paragraph-block mb-4\">\n<div class=\" text-justify\">The Barton Lynch Surf Week package includes:<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"page-block list-block mb-4\">\n<ul>\n<li>Accommodation in a Beach Villa (twin share basis one surfer\/one non-surfer)<\/li>\n<li>Shared speedboat transfers airport-Resort-airport<\/li>\n<li>Daily Buffet Breakfast at Kandooma Cafe<\/li>\n<li>Surfer Pass<\/li>\n<li>Dhoni transfers to nearby waves<\/li>\n<li>Food &amp; Beverage package, from US$65 per person per night (Optional extra)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-9931\" src=\"http:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/aftraljb-large-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Surfer legend Pam Burridge\" width=\"539\" height=\"359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/aftraljb-large-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/aftraljb-large-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/aftraljb-large-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/aftraljb-large-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/aftraljb-large.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 539px) 100vw, 539px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"page-block paragraph-block mb-4\">\n<div class=\" text-justify\">1990 World Surfing Champion\u00a0<b>Pam Burridge\u00a0<\/b>and her husband the legendary surfboard shaper\u00a0<b>Mark Rabbidge\u00a0<\/b>will host a week of coaching at Kandooma.\u00a0 Offering tips in and out of the water over seven fun-filled days\u00a0<b>9 &#8211; 16 June 2024<\/b>, Pam and Mark\u2019s programme is designed to help you improve your surfing in the user-friendly breaks on the doorstep to Kandooma Maldives, but do note that this one is not for absolute beginners or those learning to surf!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"page-block paragraph-block mb-4\">\n<div class=\" text-justify\">The Pam Burridge Surf Week packages start from US$2,962 per person (based on two surfers sharing a room) and includes:<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"page-block list-block mb-4\">\n<ul>\n<li>Accommodation in a Beach Villa (twin share basis) (note other room types are available)<\/li>\n<li>6 days coaching from Pam and Mark<\/li>\n<li>7 day Surfer Pass<\/li>\n<li>Shared speedboat transfers airport-Resort-airport<\/li>\n<li>Daily Buffet Breakfast at Kandooma Cafe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-9932\" src=\"http:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/clefahim-large-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Surfing in Maldives\" width=\"588\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/clefahim-large-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/clefahim-large-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/clefahim-large-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/clefahim-large-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/clefahim-large.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 588px) 100vw, 588px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"page-block paragraph-block mb-4\">\n<div class=\" text-justify\"><b>Ace Buchan<\/b>\u00a0hails from the Australian Central Coast where he grew up surfing. \u00a0 Ace invites you to join him and his family for a week at Kandooma, surfing the perfect waves\u00a0<b>31 May &#8211; 10 June, 2024<\/b>.\u00a0 \u00a0 This week of surfing <a href=\"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/2024\/07\/kandima-maldives-summer-kamp-2024-unforgettable-family-fun-awaits\/\">fun is tailored to surfing families<\/a> but everyone is welcome, whether you are a passionate everyday surfer looking to experience the rippable walls of Kandooma Right, a pre-teen grom or gromette perhaps going for your first overseas surf trip with your family, or a Mum or Dad looking to improve your skills and share some waves with your kids.\u00a0 Ace Buchan Surf Week packages are yet to be released with options for Beach Villas, two-storey Beach Houses and the 2-bedroom Family Beach House and will include access to nearby breaks via a dedicated Dhoni (boat).\u00a0 Add to that surf lessons, photo and video packages, movie nights with all the family and opportunities to learn more about Maldivian culture.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"page-block paragraph-block mb-4\">\n<div class=\" text-justify\">Surfers can expect some great action in the water.\u00a0\u00a0<b>Kandooma Right<\/b>\u00a0breaks just a stone\u2019s throw away from the Resort.\u00a0 It\u2019s a fast breaking right with two take-off spots and a great barrel.\u00a0 This wave is exclusively for Kandooma Resort Maldives guests with Surfer Passes. Nearby waves include:\u00a0\u00a0<b>Tucky Joes \/ Boatyards<\/b> which is a fickle, but freight-train of a left hander that provides a long, perfect but intense ride.\u00a0 <b>Riptides<\/b>\u00a0is a right hander breaking for 150 metres on a reef in the middle of a channel.\u00a0 Sometimes there are very strong currents, evident in the naming of this beauty so watch the conditions!\u00a0 It\u2019s a great wave for long- and short-boarders as well as low intermediate surfers.\u00a0\u00a0<b>Quarters\u00a0<\/b>is a short boat trip away, this wave has two sections.\u00a0 The outside is fat, slow and meandering, ideal for long-boarders and even beginners, while the inside is a really terrific, fast little right hander.\u00a0 On a good day it delivers perfect barrels.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"page-block paragraph-block mb-4\">\n<div class=\" text-justify\">Receive world class coaching tips and when you\u2019re not riding a wave, eat and drink like a king.\u00a0 Chill out, take it easy and bask in the sun or experience one of the many activities at Kandooma Maldives. And when those tired muscles beg for respite, it\u2019s good to know the Kandooma Spa by COMO Shambhala has a massage treatment designed especially for surfers.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"page-block paragraph-block mb-4\">\n<div class=\" text-justify\">For surfers the 2024 Surf Legend Series at Kandooma is one not to be missed. \u00a0 Book early to avoid disappointment, as numbers are strictly limited to ensure the best possible experience for participants.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><a title=\"Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives\" href=\"https:\/\/trip.tpo.lv\/yOZm8zfJ\" target=\"blanc2\" rel=\"nofollow\">Check availability and best price at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives here &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>More informatoin about <a href=\"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/holiday-inn-resort-kandooma-maldives\/\">Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"mh-excerpt\">Kandooma Maldives Welcomes 2024 Surfing Legends Series Together with partners, The Perfect Wave, Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives is delighted to announce the return of the Surfing Legends Series to the private island paradise. Attracting <a class=\"mh-excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/2024\/02\/learn-from-the-greatest-surfers-of-all-time-at-kandooma\/\" title=\"Learn From the Greatest Surfers of all Time at Kandooma\">[&#8230;]<\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":9923,"comment_status":"close","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1098],"tags":[503,504,249],"class_list":{"0":"post-9921","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-surfing","8":"tag-holiday-inn-resort-kandooma-maldives","9":"tag-surfing-legends-series-maldives","10":"tag-surfing-maldives"},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9921","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9921"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9921\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":43451,"href":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9921\/revisions\/43451"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9923"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9921"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9921"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9921"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}