SURFASANA RETREAT

hosted by Marta Dávila Mateu
January 23rd – 31st 2021

Join Marta Dávila Mateu for an immersive all-inclusive surf, yoga & wellness retreat in the Caribbean and flow with Surfasana, a new fun practice weaving together meditation, surfing and yoga. Created with love, for all levels of surfers and yogis!

“AWESOME. Perfect combo of
yoga + surf” – Ella Gjerdrum, Yoga Instructor, Norway

“WOW! Painfully good, satisfying,
grateful for the physicality” – Sudan Martin, Graphic Designer, USA

“Freakin’ awesome! Learned a lot. It is a great way to help people know how it feels and how to move your body on a board for optimal surfing progression.” – Ferryn Nickole, Social Media Manager, USA

“From the structure of the day to the openness of the organizers, I would consider it a perfect experience.” – Bryant Ogando, Professional Ju-Jitsu Athlete, Dominican Republic

“Life changing! It got me back to my interest in learning how to surf. A killer workout! I felt a great balance of meditation and physical strength and surf moves.” – Manuel Mininho, Art Director & Filmmaker, Dominican Republic

THE SURFASANA RETREAT SPIRIT

An avid surfer and skater as well as an accomplished data and software engineer, Marta Dávila Mateu brings her love of life on a board to this exclusive retreat experience.

We host this retreat with the clear intention to share with you the physical, spiritual and surfing practice we love most, creating a safe and non-competitive space where everyone can find peace, fun, friendship and advancement.

DAILY EXPERIENCE

Shortly after sunrise you may join in a guided meditation practice prior to engaging in a first Surfasana warmup, getting ourselves primed for surfing.

A natural smoothie later, what follows is up to two hours of fun-filled paddling and surfing, bringing to the waves what we learned on the mat and applying breathing techniques into our surf practice. A full organic breakfast will then wait for us to recharge.

Late morning will be the time for Surf Talks, idea exchanges and surf-clinic style coaching – prior to a delicious organic lunch.

Early to mid-afternoons are yours to enjoy: by the pool, walk down the beach, some more surf, skateboarding in the local skatepark or visit the nearby town of Cabarete.

Mid to late afternoons, we will join in a full Surfasana practice to close the afternoon prior to resting and getting ready for the evening activities marrying beautiful sceneries, fun and artistic expressions.

One afternoon during the week, we will head to Rempark skate park, exchanging water for wheels in an exclusive skateboarding lesson from Marta.

SURF TRIP

Encuentro Beach is just one of the Dominican Republic’s many famous surf spots.

During the retreat we will grab our boards, take to the road and check out the waves further along the country’s breathtaking north coast.

This may happen once or twice during the retreat, depending on swell. Either day-trips or overnight stay, everything is included.

YOUR SURFASANA NEST

Nested in beautiful simplicity, comfort and nature, within a short walk from the surf beach of Encuentro is “El Encuentro Surf Lodge”. A jewel of a boutique hotel located in the vibrant beach town of Cabarete, on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic. The perfect nest for our meditation, surf & yoga retreat.

The natural food restaurant welcomes both local surfers and hotel guests. It is a gentle hub where the local beach and expat communities like to stop by for a juice, food or coffee. The hotel also offers a large salt water pool, lined with shaded long chairs, beach mattresses, and a discrete pool bar. Naturally, we love the shaded yoga deck, covered with palm leaves, bordered by trees and tropical flowers, overlooking the hills.

SUPERIOR STUDIO

Each Superior Studio accommodates up 2 to 3 guests over an approximate area of 430 sq/ft. or 40 m2. It comes with a California king-size bed, two sofa beds, a fully equipped kitchen, and a large private bathroom. Relax in your large and comfy sitting area or on your private terrace. All rooms are equipped with fans and A/C.

DOUBLE ROOMS

Double rooms with two twin-size beds are also available in the lower garden, with their private terrace and bathroom. The room can be set up with two twin beds or one king-size bed, and can accommodate up to 2 guests on an approximate area of 215 sq/ft or 20 m2. All rooms are equipped with fans and A/C.

THE FOOD

We LOVE food.

Vegan, vegetarian and (some) animal protein options are available for you, according to your body needs and personal requirements.

Be assured that all our food is organically grown, locally sourced, with strong plant/vegetable/fruit-based components and that if it is going to end up on our plate, we know where it is coming from, that it is free of chemicals, and has been minimally processed. And above all, it tastes great!

PRICING

ALL INCLUSIVE SURFASANA RETREAT

(limited space)

9 Days / 8 Nights
Maximum 12 people:

€2,955 EUR / $3,250 USD

Non-participating guests (shared lodging/breakfast only):

€1,300 / $1,420 USD

Includes:

  • All Surfasana practices and teaching
  • Surfing lessons by Surfasana’s Luciano Gonzalez
  • Skateboarding classes by Marta Dávila Mateu
  • Surf trip to North Coast surf spot
  • Surfing equipment (rash guards, surfboards, leash, surf wax)
  • Daily meditation practice
  • Breathing & specific workshops
  • Lodging (superior studio or double room)
  • Daily organic Breakfast and Lunch (soft drinks, water & juice always included) and delicious dinner with beer / wine included (either at the hotel or in amazing local restaurants)
  • Smoothies & natural goodies daily
  • Welcome drink/juice/cocktail
  • Private airport transfer from/to Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
  • Local transportation to all retreat activities
  • Beach & bathroom towels
  • Goodie bag

PRICING

ALL INCLUSIVE SURFASANA RETREAT

(limited space)

9 Days / 8 Nights
Maximum 12 people:

€2,955 EUR / $3,250 USD

Non-participating guests (shared lodging/breakfast only):

€1,300 / $1,420 USD

Includes:

  • All Surfasana practices and teaching
  • Surfing lessons by Surfasana’s Luciano Gonzalez
  • Skateboarding classes by Marta Dávila Mateu
  • Surf trip to North Coast surf spot
  • Surfing equipment (rash guards, surfboards, leash, surf wax)
  • Daily meditation practice
  • Breathing & specific workshops
  • Lodging (superior studio or double room)
  • Daily organic Breakfast and Lunch (soft drinks, water & juice always included) and delicious dinner with beer / wine included (either at the hotel or in amazing local restaurants)
  • Smoothies & natural goodies daily
  • Welcome drink/juice/cocktail
  • Private airport transfer from/to Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
  • Local transportation to all retreat activities
  • Beach & bathroom towels
  • Goodie bag

    ALL INCLUSIVE SURFASANA RETREAT

    (limited space)

    9 Days / 8 Nights
    Maximum 12 people:

    €2,955 EUR / $3,250 USD

    Non-participating guests (shared lodging/breakfast only):

    €1,300 / $1,420 USD

    Includes:

        • All Surfasana practices and teaching
        • Surfing lessons by Surfasana’s Luciano Gonzalez
        • Skateboarding classes by Marta Dávila Mateu
        • Surf trip to North Coast surf spot
        • Surfing equipment (rash guards, surfboards, leash, surf wax)
        • Daily meditation practice
        • Breathing & specific workshops
        • Lodging (superior studio or double room)
        • Daily organic Breakfast and Lunch (soft drinks, water & juice always included) and delicious dinner with beer / wine included (either at the hotel or in amazing local restaurants)
        • Smoothies & natural goodies daily
        • Welcome drink/juice/cocktail
        • Private airport transfer from/to Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
        • Local transportation to all retreat activities
        • Beach & bathroom towels
        • Goodie bag

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