Tag: learn to surf

Shannon’s Testimonial

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Shannon came on her first retreat with Surf With Amigas Surf Yoga Adventure Retreat in Feb of 2012 and learned to surf. She came back a year later, in Feb of 2013 and took her skills to the next level – catching her first green wave! She loved it and has vowed to try to come back again in 6 months! Here’s her testimonial.

Chocolate Turtles and Horses

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We toast cacao beans, grind them up, then make our own delicious chocolate balls. We help baby turtles hatch and make their way to the ocean. We ride horses at high speeds. We surf and surf and surf. This is what it’s like to be an Amiga at Surf With Amigas Surf Yoga Retreats in North Nicaragua.

Thanks from the Grom

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“Grom” = A young surfer, usually under 15 years old, with ample excited energy who always wants to go surfing.

A few retreats ago we had a Grom by the name of Julia spend a week in Nicaragua. You can check out the video footage of her here.

It’s always fun to get messages of thanks after retreats, especially messages that show such continued excitement and desires to continue improving. Here’s one from Julia.

Julia fell in love with my 5'4 Rusty Dwart Quad
Julia fell in love with my 5’4 Rusty Dwart Quad

 

Dear Holly,

I really appreciate all the help you gave me when I was in Nicaragua. I had such a good time and my surfing progressed so much. After every video coaching session, I wrote down notes so I could keep working at home. Also, thank you for letting me ride your amazing Dwart. Dad contacted the guys at Rusty and we are looking into getting one, possibly with the exact same dimensions as yours! Not only did I have a fabulous time surfing with you guys, I also had such a great time bonding with everyone at the camp, especially Jackie, Nikki, and Jamrock. I had such a great time that I cried when we left El Coco Loco and when the plane took off from Managua.  Y’all’s taking the time to hang with me was really special. Attached are several pictures that Dad took that we thought you’d like.

Grom

Julia watching and listening to the video coaching feedback.
Julia watching and listening to the video coaching feedback.

Sunset Mermaids

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They may look like humans but their mermaid fins are revealed the moment they hit the saltwater. They nurture their muscles while mixing cement to build a high school for Nicaraguan children, then dive into the ocean at sunset after a few sips of cold beer. The life of an Amiga.

Big Waves, Rum shots, and Volcano Dancing

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Drop a jalapeno rum shot into a glass of club soda then drink it down. Hike to the top of an active volcano, put on an orange jumpsuit, and boogie it up before sliding down. Paddle out to super cute overhead waves, admire the pelicans, paddle in, and charge down!

This is how we do it! It’s not just about surfing, it’s about enjoying every minute with a new set of awesome Amigas!

Boys at Surf With Amigas

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Sometimes we allow guys to come and Surf With Amigas. This time we got a trio of super cool guys from LA who wanted to improve their surfing. It created a totally different energy. Thinking about coming on a retreat yourself? Here’s what these guys had to say!