Unique things to do in Santa Barbara

Celebrate Santa Barbara’s endless summer at beautiful East Beach with our peaceful outdoor yoga classes! With our signature headphones, you'll hear the instructor and music perfectly while spaced out over safe distances, so you never miss a beat—or a pose! This class offers a gentle yet invigorating flow to get your body and breath moving. We focus on the basics of alignment while building strength, confidence, and balance. Expect a fun and light-hearted yoga sequence followed by relaxing restorative poses and a blissful savasana. Experience music and voice instruction simultaneously through our wireless headsets, at the volume level of your choice, in a peaceful beach setting. BEGINNER-FRIENDLY // SOME PREVIOUS YOGA EXPERIENCE RECOMMENDED // ALL ARE WELCOME Participants are all safely distanced, and you control your own volume. We supply the headsets, please bring your own beach towel. Reserve your space now!

We will meet at Chase Palm Park. From there, we'll walk the streets and make our way down to East Beach. We will explore the beautiful beach and the variety of breathtaking scenery will offer a multitude of backgrounds for your photos. I'll help find the right poses to create the most flattering images possible. You will be able to take home personalized pictures of your stay in Santa Barbara - a souvenir not many people get! This experience is offered for couples, engagements, elopements, pre-weddings, family, proposals, and portraits. This experience is in close proximity to water, so you may get wet! If you prefer another location in Santa Barbara (Goleta, Montecito, Mountains, etc) it is possible if you let me know in advance.

We'll start from Santa Barbara's center - WEST BEACH! Located on the sand across from the Harbor View Inn Hotel. From there you'll get geared up with ocean kayaks, paddles, life vests, and there will be a shed to lock up belongings you prefer not to get soggy. We'll slide the kayaks into the ocean and off we'll be to explore! EACH PARTICIPANT MUST BE ABLE TO SWIM TO JOIN Call us at 805-628-2444 for other options! Most paddles include gliding along the beautiful boats docked in our harbor. From there we'll experience Sandspit, a favorite little beach perfect for catching a tender wave, taking a break, and snapping some photos. Our favorite part is showing you the adorable family of sea lions that sun bathe on a buoy out in the middle of the channel! After saying goodbye to the sea lions we'll navigate along Stearn's Warf taking in the gorgeous riviera landscape all while letting the tide push you gently back to the coast making the return paddle a breeze. Hope to paddle with you soon! Parking is free on the streets around the hotels off of Cabrillo blvd, or, if you don't mind paying there's an easy parking lot at Garden and Cabrillo to the left or south of the pier. This tour is only able to operate with a minimum of 2 tour-goers. If you're a solo traveler and the only one signed up for the tour we'll be in touch with alternate options.

OPEN ! 805-403-3301 Text me If you would like to ADD YOGA TO YOUR SURF LESSON. OR have any questions about this experience or really anything SB related. ----ALL TIMES ARE FLEXIBLE. Just message me if you want a different time. ----YES. You can BRING MORE PEOPLE, whether they want surf or not, if you message me first. THE DAY OF SURF- Upon arrival we will dive into a quick intro and convo about surfing. Then onto the board room & suit rack where we will select the best gear for you and the current conditions. Then we will head to the best local break that is matched for the skill level you wish to surf. A quick warm up and stretch followed by a comprehensive tutorial and safety brief. Once in the water, you will learn to paddle efficiently, catch waves, pop up like a pro, and surf the green face of the wave. We will surf till we can’t feel our arms anymore and our hearts are full of joy. Hope you Join me. Aloha & See you out there Micah G. Barbarians Cave Surf and Yoga 805-403-3301 All levels of Yogis and surfers Welcome. MUST BE ABLE TO SWIM! There may be a swim test.

I am an experienced instructor that will help you take your skills to the next level while feeling safe and at ease in the water. I guarantee that you will have an experience of a lifetime! We are currently offering lessons.. call us at 805-966-3613, or visit our website: SurfHappens dot com Surf Happens is Santa Barbara’s premier surf school. For more than twenty years, we have taught the sport of surfing and the spirit of Aloha, to students of all ages and abilities, from 11 months old, to 88 years old, with alumni now including a few World Surf League competitors! Our surf lessons guarantee to have you up and riding during your first session. We will meet at Santa Claus Beach, one of Santa Barbara’s most beloved beaches with consistent waves year-round. Our hour and a half lessons include: *History and origins of surfing and the spirit of Aloha *Turtle Philosophy *Step by step approach to checking ocean conditions for hazards *How to read the Wind, Waves, Tides, & Currents (WWTC) *Ocean safety. The four primary types of surf spots, all of which are found in Santa Barbara. *Reading the line up (how, where and why waves break) *Etiquette *Fundamental movements to the surfboard All lessons include expert instruction, wetsuit, surfboard, Surf Happens hats, and access to HOT SHOWERS!! Other things to note Parking is not an issue in the area. The residential parking can be used by anyone and there is NO TIME LIMIT which is perfect for those taking their own car. So come down and relax at the beach!

Our electric bike tour will take you through the best bike routes, historical highlights, and great viewpoints of Santa Barbara! Our tour has the potential to show most if not all of Santa Barbara’s need-to-see spots. Our Ebike tour will take you to hot spots in town as well as areas a little more behind the scenes! Don’t forget your phone/camera as there will be plenty of photo opportunities. Our fun and informative bike tour is available every day of the week! Other things to note: The Ebikes have pedal-assist technology so you will be pedaling but the motors do most of the work. Helmets are required if your'e <18 yrs and recommended but not required if you're >18 yrs. This tour is only able to operate with a minimum of 2 tour-goers. If you're a solo traveler and the only one signed up for the tour we'll be in touch with alternate options that we have available. This is a group tour that leaves daily at 2pm. In order to make the experience enjoyable for everyone participating, we ask that you please plan on ARRIVING 10 MINUTES BEFORE THE TOUR STARTS. We will wait 5-10 minutes after the start time, but after that, we will have to begin the tour without you.

I'll be meeting you at a local surf spot that is tucked away, just south of SB where there's easy free parking and even easier waves to surf! All participants must be able to swim. Please call or text me at 805-708-9878 if you have any questions! I'll have a surfboard and comfortable suit ready and waiting for you when you arrive. After we suit up we'll then hit the beach to go over some etiquette and techniques needed for surfing before entering the water. If you'd like to extend your time in the water please let me know. My top priority is keeping you safe, confident in your ability, and excited about surfing! I'll do everything in my power to get you standing up on the surfboard or improving your ability! ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BE ABLE TO SWIM. I look forward to meeting you and hopefully sharing a triumphant surfing memory! Other things to note: In order for safety to be the top priority I do ask that you know how to swim and that you are comfortable in ocean water. You must be 7 years or older to surf with me. This lesson is only able to operate with a minimum of 2 people. If you're a solo traveler and the only one signed up for the lesson we'll be in touch with alternate options that we have available. If you are interested in another time slot not listed, please give us a call at 805-708-9878.

Once you book your beach ride, we meet you the day of the ride at our ranch located in Summerland, CA. The beach ride is approx 90 minutes long total. We ride from our ranch through the trails down to the beach, we do cross on the over pass and there is a small section where we ride on a public road to get to and from the beach. Once we are on the beach we ride along the shore with the fresh air, cool breeze and salt water below our hooves. We then ride back through the trails to the ranch where we started. Other things to note: We do require all riders wear a helmet for safety. Please keep in mind, the ranch is a working ranch, with horses, dogs and our staff, we do have a portable restroom on-site and a picnic table. Please also note that our weight limit is 250lbs. If you book this experience and anyone in your group is over 250lbs, they will not be able to join the ride. This is for the safety of the horses and rider. We also ask that you please arrive 15 mins early to enjoy the entire experience. If you are late your group will have to leave without you as this is a group activity.

We'll first meet at the parking lot of one of our local beaches in Goleta near UCSB. There we will take about 5 mins to get geared up with wetsuits, impact vests, and helmets. We first will spend about 15 to 20 mins to acquaint you with the board and go over safety and the fundamentals of foiling on the beach. Then we spend the rest of the time out in the water with an instructor giving you feedback to help provide a memorable experience! We look forward to flying with you! The experience fist opens up at 9am.

During their tea tastings, guests will enjoy three loose-leaf teas curated by Alex, owner of Gold Mountain Tea. Teas are selected for their seasonality, uniqueness of flavor, and spiritual significance. Guests will learn how to pour tea in the traditional Chinese style, called "gong fu cha". The tea tasting will be a hands-on experience, with guests having an opportunity to prepare the teas themselves, in addition to learning relevant Chinese phrases and cultural background. Background on each tea will also be provided and discusses, with guests learning the details of the growing and processing of each tea, and how that contributes to the finished product and affects the flavor and aroma of each tea. The tea itself will also provide an in-point to a wide variety of cultural, philosophical, and spiritual conversations.

Upon arrival you will be handed a smock and tongs and your choice of chocolate Bar molds. There will be a choice of White (lemon, Mango or Strawberry), Milk & Dark Chocolate to pour into your molds. Then head on over to the Toppings BAR where you'll find everything from the common to the unusual inclusion to add to your chocolate mold. Then while your Bar hardens you can customize your packaging with a variety of Art Supplies offered at little intimate tables outside in the front paseo. Then pop out your very own flavored bar, bag it, seal it and wrap it with your very own artwork.

Celebrate Santa Barbara’s endless summer at beautiful East Beach with our peaceful outdoor yoga classes! With our signature headphones, you'll hear the instructor and music perfectly while spaced out over safe distances, so you never miss a beat—or a pose! This class offers a gentle yet invigorating flow to get your body and breath moving. We focus on the basics of alignment while building strength, confidence, and balance. Expect a fun and light-hearted yoga sequence followed by relaxing restorative poses and a blissful savasana. Experience music and voice instruction simultaneously through our wireless headsets, at the volume level of your choice, in a peaceful beach setting. BEGINNER-FRIENDLY // SOME PREVIOUS YOGA EXPERIENCE RECOMMENDED // ALL ARE WELCOME Participants are all safely distanced, and you control your own volume. We supply the headsets, please bring your own beach towel. Reserve your space now!

We will meet at Chase Palm Park. From there, we'll walk the streets and make our way down to East Beach. We will explore the beautiful beach and the variety of breathtaking scenery will offer a multitude of backgrounds for your photos. I'll help find the right poses to create the most flattering images possible. You will be able to take home personalized pictures of your stay in Santa Barbara - a souvenir not many people get! This experience is offered for couples, engagements, elopements, pre-weddings, family, proposals, and portraits. This experience is in close proximity to water, so you may get wet! If you prefer another location in Santa Barbara (Goleta, Montecito, Mountains, etc) it is possible if you let me know in advance.

We'll start from Santa Barbara's center - WEST BEACH! Located on the sand across from the Harbor View Inn Hotel. From there you'll get geared up with ocean kayaks, paddles, life vests, and there will be a shed to lock up belongings you prefer not to get soggy. We'll slide the kayaks into the ocean and off we'll be to explore! EACH PARTICIPANT MUST BE ABLE TO SWIM TO JOIN Call us at 805-628-2444 for other options! Most paddles include gliding along the beautiful boats docked in our harbor. From there we'll experience Sandspit, a favorite little beach perfect for catching a tender wave, taking a break, and snapping some photos. Our favorite part is showing you the adorable family of sea lions that sun bathe on a buoy out in the middle of the channel! After saying goodbye to the sea lions we'll navigate along Stearn's Warf taking in the gorgeous riviera landscape all while letting the tide push you gently back to the coast making the return paddle a breeze. Hope to paddle with you soon! Parking is free on the streets around the hotels off of Cabrillo blvd, or, if you don't mind paying there's an easy parking lot at Garden and Cabrillo to the left or south of the pier. This tour is only able to operate with a minimum of 2 tour-goers. If you're a solo traveler and the only one signed up for the tour we'll be in touch with alternate options.

Once you book your beach ride, we meet you the day of the ride at our ranch located in Summerland, CA. The beach ride is approx 90 minutes long total. We ride from our ranch through the trails down to the beach, we do cross on the over pass and there is a small section where we ride on a public road to get to and from the beach. Once we are on the beach we ride along the shore with the fresh air, cool breeze and salt water below our hooves. We then ride back through the trails to the ranch where we started. Other things to note: We do require all riders wear a helmet for safety. Please keep in mind, the ranch is a working ranch, with horses, dogs and our staff, we do have a portable restroom on-site and a picnic table. Please also note that our weight limit is 250lbs. If you book this experience and anyone in your group is over 250lbs, they will not be able to join the ride. This is for the safety of the horses and rider. We also ask that you please arrive 15 mins early to enjoy the entire experience. If you are late your group will have to leave without you as this is a group activity.