This retreat is for: Families with kids of all ages. Open to all surf levels and all board lengths.
THE FAMILY RETREAT EXPERIENCE
There’s nothing like sharing the joy of travel, adventure and surfing with the whole family! These retreats are designed to allow adults to enjoy surf sessions and yoga without worrying about their kids, and also allow kids to experience an age-appropriate retreat experience. Just like with regular retreats, everything is planned around the tides, swell, and taking into account the needs of each individual regardless of age.
We’ll have extra surf coaches on hand who will also fill the role of “surf camp counselors” to make sure kids wear sunscreen, hydrate, help them grab a snack, do art, play games, act as lifeguards in the pool, and help keep and eye on kiddos outside of planned activities.
Kids are invited to participate in surf sessions with a 1:1 or 1:2 coach to kid ratio, depending on the age and comfort level. The surf sessions are kept fun and playful, but real instruction happens for those kids that are into it and want to improve. Everything is based on the individual and their true desire to actually surf or just play in the ocean. Boogie boarding, tide pool splashing, and tandem surfing with coaches are all fun options.
Expect the same level of surf coaching, awesome activities, and supportive retreat hosts that you would experience on our classic Women-Only Retreats.
THE TYPICAL SCHEDULE
Adults will typically dawn patrol while kids sleep in a bit. Staff are on hand to assist kids in getting up, having some breakfast, putting on swimwear and sunscreen and playing in the pool. Adults return from their morning surf session and everyone has a hot breakfast then head out for a family surf all together!
After the morning surf sessions there’s lunch. Kids are encouraged to rest (this is not easy but best for everyone), while adults do yoga. In the afternoons we’ll offer a variety of activities throughout the week like kid friendly yoga, waterfall hikes, horseback riding, chocolate making, driftwood painting, and sunset surfs. The activities vary depending on the retreat location and desires of the group.
*kid-friendly snacks are available all day!
Childcare & Ideal Age of participant
These retreats are open to all ages, but generally kids over the age of 2 are preferred for the benefit of the parents bringing them and the relaxation of other guests. Every child has a different comfort level with the ocean, but we’ve found that age 7 is typically the earliest that kids are interested in spending any meaningful amount of time on a surfboard.
If your child is under the age of 5 or is older but has special needs for 1:1 supervision, there are local nannies available at the cost of $8/hr that can be arranged when you arrive. If you plan to take advantage of this service or think you might, please let us know so we can have them available.
If your child is under 5 or not a competent swimmer, we recommend bringing a life vest for them to wear in the pool and during surf sessions.
THE LOCATIONS
Learn about the waves + accommodations where we’re currently offering Family Friendly Retreats:
SOUTHERN COSTA RICA LONGBOARD SURF HOUSE
*Sample pricing for kids at the Longboard Surf House:
- Age 3 and under: $500
- Age 4-8: $2200
- Age 9+: full price of $2750 for shared room
*Prices for family retreats may vary by location, price above is only for the Longboard Surf House Family Retreats. If any adult individual joins then it would be the regular price based on the room selection. Due to the complicated booking situation with multiple family members per room, we don’t accept online bookings through our booking system. Email hello@surfwithamigas.com to inquire about family retreat availability/prices and claim your spots!