In-Depth surf coaching with Kassia Meador, Leah Dawson, and Makala Smith. Seaweed soaks, sound bathes, nature walks, epic food to nourish the body and soul and a community celebration in the forest. Come tune in with us on the magical West Coast of Ireland.

We’re so excited to team up with Rebelle Surf, who nourishes the Irish Surf Community and beyond. We’ll be joined by Irish Chef Aine McAteer and Medicine Woman Heather Boland from AcuFive, along with other local help! Complete with video feedback, this surf-centric retreat is designed to improve your surf skills while enjoying the wondrous offerings of the Irish countryside with cabin accommodations included.

August 29th-September 2nd, 2022

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We are taking the Salty Sensations Getaways from California all the way to the Indian Ocean for two very special boat trip editions (women only & coed editions). Join Kassia, Leah Dawson and our friends at The Ocean Spell for the trip of a lifetime! The Ocean Spell is the leading surf guided tours in the Maldives working with local community members.

Spend 11 days sailing across different atolls in the Maldives, searching for remote waves, whilst boosting our surf technique and style with Kassia and Leah. Get expert advice with daily video analysis and guided surfing.

Leah and Kassia will also be supported with two local surf guides so everyone has plenty of personal attention.  

Only 8-10 surfer guests per trip, you know we like to keep vibes familiar and cozy, so we can all catch plenty of waves! 

All boards are welcome! The only requirement is to surf along the line of the wave and to be able to catch your own waves. 

There will be plenty of surfing, time to snorkel and explore the mesmerizing Maldivian underwater world, chilling, yoga and sound healing sessions. Get to know the local culture and gastronomy, explore sandbanks and uninhabited islands, enjoy local jamming sessions, chances to collaborate with a local NGO and much more!

Women's Edition: October 17-27, 2022:

Coed Edition: October 29 - November 7, 2022

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Salty Sensations is a celebration of everything we love about the lifestyle of surfing- connection to nature, community, the brilliant joys of being immersed in the ocean and the present moment. 

A holistic outdoor experience, these retreats are an opportunity to deeply nourish your mind, body and spirit. - a chance to decompress, make new friends, eat delicious food at the water's edge, stay warm by a fire, expand and refine your surf technique and knowledge, and most of all feel the levity of togetherness. Kassia Meador and Leah Dawson have been friends for over 20 years, have traveled the world together and each have over 25 years of knowledge in surf technique and experience. They are thrilled to bring their vibrant energy, experience and knowledge to a one-of-a-kind surf retreat. 

New Dates Coming Soon!

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At Rise Up we offer unique and inspiring surf adventures combined with yoga, functional movement, and incredible activities that get you up close and personal with the local environment and people. During your time at Rise Up, our  incredible team stays side by side with you with a daily mission of getting you to the best waves possible and providing you with a second to none surf coaching experience . We nourish you daily with healthy and predominantly plant based food, accommodate you in beautiful oceanfront lodges or boutique hotels, create a safe environment to build social connections, and overall have fun with you! As a member of our familia, you can know that we are there for you every step of the way. Our Collaborative Surf and sound retreats with Kassia Meador upgrade the experience further bring her 25 years of expert surf knowledge to your surfing experience while her practice of sound healing and meditation add another level of mindfulness to our journey together.

2 Retreat Dates to Choose From:

Jan 28th - Feb 4th 2023
Feb 11th - Feb 18th 2023