I’ve always been happy traveling and paddling out alone on surf trips, so I was a bit skeptical about joining a retreat where someone else planned the daily schedule. But a friend's rave reviews of Surf With Amigas' legendary long lefts in southern Costa Rica were enough to convince me to give it a try.

The wave absolutely blew me away, but so did the Surf With Amigas team. And just as memorable as the surf were the lifelong friendships that formed over the course of the week.

As someone who normally chases warm-water destinations, the promise of an even longer left drew me to Surf With Amigas' Peru retreat next. It was actually my first surf adventure outside of California or Baja that required a wetsuit. Once again, the coaching, the camaraderie, and surfing one of the world's longest lefts made for an unforgettable experience.

After returning home from Peru, I realized I'd probably been overlooking some of the world's best surf adventures by focusing only on warm-water destinations.

Warm or cold water, Surf With Amigas is much more than a surf camp. Founder Holly Beck and SWA partner Jackie George have an incredible talent for assembling and keeping the very best women surf coaches and hosts. Their carefully selected team creates a supportive environment where women of every age and ability can improve their surfing through personalized coaching, video analysis, and constant encouragement.

Off the beach, each retreat blends adventure, local culture, and genuine connection, making the experience just as much about the friendships and memories as it is about the waves.

Shelly Massie SWA Surf Coach - Morocco Retreat

If you've been curious about cold-water surf adventures, look no further. Surf With Amigas continues to expand its retreat schedule with incredible destinations including Peru, Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Baja and even the occasional wave pool. Whether you're chasing peeling right point breaks, endless lefts, uncrowded reefs, or unforgettable local adventures, there's a retreat waiting for you.

Ready to find your next epic surf adventure? Check out the Surf With Amigas retreat schedule, but don't wait too long. Their trips fill quickly, and once you experience perfect waves with an incredible group of amigas, you'll understand why so many women come back year after year.

And if you're booking a cold-water retreat, Mamala will keep you warm, comfortable, and smiling through every session. - Angela Horacek, Mamala Surf Founder

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