Are you feeling a bit rusty after a winter away from the waves and looking to elevate your surf game this summer?

Maybe you've been surfing for a while but feel like you've hit a plateau, or you're struggling to find the right community to surf with. Have you attended a surf retreat only to find it challenging to apply what you've learned back home?

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If any of this sounds familiar, our 1-month intensive workshop series is just what you need.

Led by renowned longboarder Kassia Meador and Holistic Surf Coach Shelly Simon of Dream Team Surf, this workshop is designed to immerse you in the local surf community, enhance your understanding of waves, and take your surf skills to the next level.

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This is a four-session intensive, held at various beaches across LA county.

April 27 - May 26, 2024

Escape with us to Monkey's Resort nestled in the pristine remote Telo Islands, a hidden gem just north of the Mentawai Islands in Northern Sumatra.

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Embark on a surf retreat unlike any other, where dreams of riding perfect uncrowded waves meet the expertise of professional surfers against the backdrop of breathtaking Indonesian scenery.

Join renowned surfers Leah Dawson, Kassia Meador and Makala Smith for an immersive 12-day experience designed to elevate and refine your surfing skills while forging lifelong connections. 

Whether you're drawn to carving hot turns on a shortboard or the grace of cross-stepping a longboard, Leah, Kassia and Makala will guide you through the intricacies of each wave type, ensuring you make significant strides in your surfing journey.

From mastering turns to perfecting nose rides, every aspect of your surfing will be honed amidst the pristine remote waves of this region.

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Two sessions available:

October 11 - 22, 2024

October 25 - November 5, 2024

Salty Sensations is thrilled to partner with Malibu Popoyo, a new eco-resort ready to support your surf trip dreams.  Located in Southern Nicaragua, the resort is located close to handfuls of good waves.  

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With an emphasis on clean, simple spaces, this unique resort is built with nature in mind, with stunning landscaping throughout the premises.  Malibu Popoyo also operates a flourishing farm which supplies their kitchen with organic produce.  Your stay here will leave you inspired and relaxed!

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This retreat is for surfers looking to improve their skills on a longboard, mid length, or soft top. In Nicaragua, the December - January months often has smaller surf, ideal for longboards and mid lengths.

Our coaching team is fit with an all-star lineup- Kassia Meador- longboard and style extraordinaire, Leah Dawson - all board aficionado, Makala Smith - acute eyes for helpful adjustments!!  Between them, they have hosted over 30 retreats, continually refining their coaching skills so they can help fast forward your progression!

Start the new year off in the most fun way! Join us in Popoyo, Nicaragua for an epic longboard retreat!!

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Two sessions:

December 27, 2024 - January 3, 2025

January 4 - January 11, 2025