Operated by Izzy and her twin sister, Coco, Surf Diva specializes in introducing women--and men and kids, too--to surfing and paddle boarding, while a charming boutique caters to everyone’s inner diva. In addition to the company’s membership packages and surf camps for kids and teens, Surf Diva is unveiling a three-day SUP and yoga package this fall. (SUP is, for core-enhancing reasons, commonly described as “yoga on water.”)

If you’d rather look at the water than be in it, consider a hike through Torrey Pines State Reserve (www.torreypines.org). Just don’t try to beat the regulars. Even if you get there around the time the park opens, hikers are already pounding the pavement. But that’s part of the charm of this 2,000-acre destination. Hike along the eight miles of trails—with a stroller, an iPod or your girlfriends—and the coastal scenes will reward you ten times over. Pacific views, wildflowers, birds and, of course, those eponymous pines all collude to inspire and invigorate.

Of course, the view from Coronado isn’t so bad either, and the beach yoga at the Hotel del Coronado makes a strong case for getting up early. Guests of the hotel can sign up for a mild morning class where billowing sheets in the sand replace traditional mats, and where the teacher’s playlist (always a gamble in even the best of classes) is replaced by the ocean’s rhythmic waves. Best yet, the soothing yoga practice makes you feel virtuous while on vacation. Visit http://www.hoteldel.com/recreation-and-fitness.aspx for schedules. (Note: Beach yoga is available only to hotel guests.)

For more ideas and tips on San Diego recreation, visit www.sandiego.org.