5 Life-Changing Surf Retreats to Attend in 2022

Surf retreats offer the opportunity to venture to a tropical destination and spend a week fully immersed in the sport. There, you can meet like-minded travelers from all walks of life.

Whether you’ve wanted to get into surfing for years or are a long-time surfer looking to sharpen your skills, surf retreats are the perfect way to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and connect with the sea.

Some strictly focus on surfing. Others offer cultural experiences. And some add yoga into the mix. With so many retreat options out there, it can be difficult to decide which is right for you.

We did some research and rounded up some of the best retreats taking place in 2022. All that’s left for you to do is reserve your spot and book your ticket.

5 Life-Changing Surf Retreats to Attend in 2022

Rise Up Retreats

Family-owned and operated, Rise Up’s all-inclusive retreats take place in four destinations across Central America. With retreat locations in Guatemala, Costa Rica, Barbados, and Nicaragua, Rise Up helps you take your surfing to the next level.

Attendees split into small groups based on experience level. In those groups, coaches work to help you achieve your unique goals and intentions.

Daily yoga complements your surfing. It helps stretch out sore muscles, teaches breathing techniques, and works to calm busy minds. Included in each retreat are stunning accommodations, all meals, surf coaching, surf videos from the week, airport transfers, and adventure activities throughout the week.

Rise Up believes in giving back to the communities where their retreats take place. They also focus on being as sustainable and eco-conscious as possible. They constantly have projects going to help teach English to the local kids, set up local surf clubs, or anything else they can to offer a helping hand. And guests are invited to participate in give-back programs.

SwellWomen

As the name suggests, this retreat caters to women. Offering retreats in eight beautiful tropical locations, SwellWomen combines surfing, yoga, and wellness into one transformative week.

A typical week with SwellWomen includes daily surf lessons, daily yoga sessions, a massage, boutique-style accommodations, a welcome dinner, healthy breakfasts, and a professional photo shoot to capture the experience.

SwellWomen’s mission is to inspire women to seek a life of bliss through a focus on health, happiness, and discovery of the authentic self. If you’re looking to channel your inner bliss, SwellWomen may be what you’ve been searching for.

Surf Synergy

Surf Synergy commits to helping its guests improve their surfing skills, both on and off the water.

Located in Jaco, Costa Rica, Surf Synergy offers four- or seven-night surfing experiences. Through the full-immersion surf academy, guests have the opportunity to work with an experienced coach. Coaches help develop the skills surfers need to experience ongoing wellness and physical joy before, during, and after the retreat.

Included in each surf retreat is lodging in the on-site bungalows, five-star meals, airport transports, daily surf lessons, professional photos and videos, daily video reviews with the head surf coach, daily yoga, breath-training sessions, bike rentals, a professional massage, and a local excursion.

Costa Rica’s Pacific coast is home to some of the best waves in the world. And guests are treated to the unique opportunity to surf them daily.

Pata Sudaka

Located on Hawaii’s “gathering island,” Pata Sudaka’s 10-day camp takes place on the North Shore of Oahu. With a wide variety of waves on offer, the retreats have something for surfers of every skill level to have fun and hone their skills.

Included in the retreat are accommodations at a beautiful beach house in Oahu’s countryside, two healthy meals per day, four to six professional surf lessons with video analyzing, surf theory/training sessions, guided hikes, snorkeling adventures, yoga classes, and private tours around the island.

Hawaii is the birthplace of surfing. Where better to spend a week immersing yourself in the sport?

Kalon Surf

A luxury resort in Dominical, Costa Rica, Kalon offers all-inclusive luxury retreats for surfers of all levels. Through a combination of passionate surf coaches, quality surfboards, empty beaches, and daily post-surf video feedback, guests can build confidence and push their surfing to the next level.

After a long day on the water, retreat attendees participate in hybrid yoga and Pilates classes. These focus on surfing and restoring tired muscles.

Another highlight of Kalon’s retreats is the food. Breakfast and lunch are served on the beach, and dinners are delicious three-course meals served in the dining area. Additionally, guests have the opportunity to add on extra excursions such as fishing, horseback riding, and zipline and canopy tours.

If you’re looking for a week of surfing in a luxurious setting, Kalon’s surf retreat may be right up your alley.