We can't control the ocean,
but we can learn how to surf the waves
Community surf therapy and retreats to empower the healers, feelers, and adventurous spirits of the world. We bring women together from around the world to reclaim their healing and to connect deeper with themselves, community, and mother ocean through surfing, travel, and therapeutic adventure.
No prior surf experience necessary. Guided by Trauma Informed Surf Therapists, we meet you where you are at in your relationship to surf and the water.
There's something inherently soothing
about being in the ocean...
If you're feeling anxious … surfing asks you to breathe.
If you’re overthinking and ruminating… surfing leaves you no choice but to be present.
If you’re doubting yourself… surfing shows you what you're capable of.
If you’re feeling disconnected and lost… the ocean reminds us we belong in nature.
If you’re stuck and heavy… the waves invite play and joy back into your life.
Our surf experiences are rooted in a trauma-informed, evidence-based surf therapy model that brings together both healing power of the ocean, intention travel, supportive community, and power facilitation so you can take chance in solo travel, trying something new, and know you're in good in hands and even better company. Our mission is to create a safe, inclusive space where participants feel brave enough to be their most authentic selves, embrace their unique expression, build confidence, and lift each other up.
Learn about our Surf Therapy Research
We're not just teaching women how to surf, we're creating waves of growth. And, we are dedicated to understanding the how of our experiences impact our participants and continuously improving to support future participants healing journey and overall well being.
Learn more about our research below!
Our approach is inspired by and informed through training with Groundswell Community Project, a global leader in surf therapy. Their model integrates globally recognized curriculum that blends art and play therapy, feminist therapy theory, positive psychology, indigenous wisdom and ocean centered healing to ensure that each program is both impactful and intentional.
At the heart of our work is a simple belief: healing can happen in community, and the ocean offers a powerful space for transformation.
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for ocean inspiration, somatic trauma therapy, and an inside peak into our surf therapy retreat experience!
