BIG NEWS: We're excited to announce our new SeaSisters Connect Membership for Tourists & Expats. Learn more.
Make real connections and explore Sri Lanka authentically
Are you looking for a unique way to connect with the SeaSisters community and make new friends from around the world?
Then SeaSisters Connect is for you!
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Tourism often happens in a “bubble”, but at SeaSisters, we believe in building bridges between travellers and locals, empowering each other through shared perspectives and experiences.
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Whether you're in Sri Lanka for a few weeks, an entire season, or even living here, you’ll have the chance to connect meaningfully with our community and explore Sri Lanka authentically.
Become a SeaSisters Connect Member
As a member, you can join a variety of monthly events, led by Sri Lankan women:
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SeaSisters Surf Meetups
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Sinhala Lessons with Kalpa
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Open Community Events
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Intercultural Women's Circles
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SeaSisters Cultural Waves Workshops
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Furthermore, you'll be added to our WhatsApp group, where you'll receive updates about SeaSisters' happenings and can share local travel tips with your new friends.
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Check our event calendar and formats.
Our Memberships
Seasonal Memberships are valid for the South Season (January-April 2025). You can join all events during this time.
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Early Bird Seasonal Membership (until Jan 31):
25,000 LKR (85 USD)
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Seasonal Membership:
30,000 LKR (100 USD)
Monthly Membership:
15,000 LKR (50 USD)
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All profits go towards SeaSisters' free Swim & Surf Programs for local women and girls.​​
Event Calendar
Season Overview: January - April 2025
January
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Mon, Jan 27: Sinhala with Kalpa
10am-12pm, Outpost Weligama
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Wed, Jan 29: Open Community Event: Sunset Picnic
5-7pm, Coconut Beach
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Fri, Jan 31: SeaSisters Surf Meetup
4-6pm, Weligama Beach
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February
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Wed, Feb 5: Cultural Waves Workshop
10am-12:30pm, Soul & Surf Ahangama
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Fri, Feb 14: SeaSisters Surf Meetup
4-6pm, Weligama Beach
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Mon, Feb 24: Sinhala Lesson with Kalpa
10am-12pm, Outpost Weligama
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Tue, Feb 25: Women's Circle
4-6pm, Senses Midigama)
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March
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Wed, Mar 5: Cultural Waves
10am-12:30pm, Soul & Surf Ahangama
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Sun, Mar 9: Open Community Event: Temple Tour with Udani
4-6pm, Weligama
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Fri, Mar 21: SeaSisters Surf Meetup
4-6pm, Weligama Beach
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Mon, Mar 31: Sinhala with Kalpa
10am-12pm, Outpost Weligama
April
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Fri, Apr 4: SeaSisters Surf Meetup
4-6pm, Weligama Beach
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Tue, Apr 8: Women's Circle
4-6pm, Senses Midigama
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Season ends with the Sinhalese & Tamil New Year (April 14)
Event Formats
Learn more about our different events.
SeaSisters Surf Meetups
Let's go surfing with your Sisters - because it’s more fun together! For beginners and advanced surfers.
Dates
Friday, Jan 31, Feb 14, Mar 8, Apr, 4 (4-6pm)
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Where
Yaka Surf School, Weligama
What to bring
If you have your own surfboard, bring it along! If not, no problem - we’ll provide surfboards for you.
Please note that this is not a surf lesson, but our local SeaSisters Surf Academy girls will be around to offer support, ensuring you catch the perfect wave.​
Sinhala with Kalpa
Join Kalpa for a fun and interactive Sinhala lesson every last Monday of the month!
Learn essential phrases, jokes, and cultural tips that will make your time in Sri Lanka unforgettable. Each month, Kalpa will cover a unique topic, and you’ll get a bit of homework to keep practicing in-between.
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Dates
Monday, Jan 27, Feb 24, Mar 31 (10-12pm)
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Where
Rooftop at Outpost, Weligama
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About Kalpa
Kalpa is from Unawatuna and first joined SeaSisters as a translator. Today she’s not only the Co-Director of SeaSisters but also an awarded changemaker in Sri Lanka! ​​ Kalpa has a passion for teaching Sinhala and even runs her own business, Ask Kalpa.
Open Community Events
We bring together local and tourist SeaSisters members to connect, learn, empower one another, and, of course, have lots of fun!
Upcoming Events
Sunset Picnic
Join our sunset picnic at Coconut Beach! We'll provide authentic Sri Lankan snacks as you share laughs, soak in the epic sunset, and hear the cultural stories behind these delicious treats.​​
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When
Wed, Jan 29 (5-7pm, open end)
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Where
Coconut Beach, Midigama​
Temple Tour with Udani
​Join Udani, our Program Manager and Weligama local, for a guided visit to her neighborhood temple, exploring Sri Lanka's rich religious traditions and their role in daily life.
When
Sun, Mar 9 (2-4pm)
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Where
Weligama ​
Intercultural
Women's Circles
Our Women’s Circles connect Sri Lankan and international women in an authentic way.
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Facilitator Omaya will guide you through an evening that is all about connecting, expressing ourselves and empowering each other, including:
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Movement and Expression
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Sharing Circle
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Guided Meditation
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English-Sinhalese Translator
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Half of the spots are reserved for our local SeaSisters members - inspiring women who you will meet there!
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When​
Tue, Feb 25 and Apr 08 (4-6pm)
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Where
Senses, Midigama
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Cultural Waves Workshops
This workshop is for tourists who want to dive deep into Sri Lankan culture!
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​Our SeaSisters facilitators will share their personal stories and tremendous knowledge with you.
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What to expect:​​
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Insights why we started SeaSisters
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Discussion about Sri Lankan women, ocean fear & environmental issues
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Ocean meditation
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Helpful Sinhalese phrases
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Tips how to be a more conscious traveller
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Refreshments
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We promise, it will be an eye-opening experience!
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Wed, Feb 5 and Mar 5 (10am-12:30pm)
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Where
Soul & Surf Sri Lanka, Ahangama​​​
Event Facilitators
All events are led by our trained SeaSisters, inspiring women from the South coast.
Kalpa
Event Leader, Sinhala Teacher
Udani
Event Leader, Ocean Educator
Omaya
Women's Circle Facilitator
Sashika
Event Coordinator
What Others Say
"Thank you so so much for this incredible event. I learned a lot about the woman’s role in society and history in Sri Lanka and how to be a more conscious tourist. Left the event feeling much more connected to the Sri Lankan people and felt great contributing to change for women. Keep it up, you are much appreciated!!"
- Emma
​​"This is exactly what Sri Lanka's tourism needs. It opens your eyes to the culture of surf, women and what’s it’s truly like in Sri Lanka. I'm so thankful for their drive to change surf culture for Sri Lankan women and thankful for these workshops that widen tourists perspectives."
- Omaya