Our Surf Retreat Philosophy

Sea Together was founded by a second-generation surfer with 20 years in the water. Our surf retreats began in 2019, growing out of a lifelong connection to surfing and the ocean.

Rooted in surfing.

Surfing is at the heart of every surf retreat. We make room for exploration, creativity, learning, and the personal growth that comes with time in the water.

Connected to place.

The waves, landscape, culture, and local community shape each retreat. We choose destinations where we, our friends, or our collaborators have a genuine relationship with the place, surf, and its culture.

No two retreats are exactly alike. Each is shaped by its setting, the women who join us, and our founder’s background in facilitation and contemporary art.

Built on mutual respect.

We aim to create welcoming, inclusive experiences where consideration for one another is part of being together. All Sea Together retreats are alcohol- and drug-free.

We hope guests leave with a deeper connection to the place they’ve visited, meaningful connections with the women they’ve met, and new perspectives that stay with them long after the retreat.

We offer two types of surf retreats

Surf Adventures, focused on surfing progression and exploring new waves for intermediate and advanced surfers, and Surf Pilgrimages, shaped by the waves, landscape, local culture, and connections, for all levels of surfing.

Want to learn more about why this kind of space matters to us? Read our Substack essay, The Ocean Accepts Us Fully: Why I Host Women's Surf Retreats

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Testimonials

The Sea Together retreat was my first surf retreat experience! I am so happy I took the leap and went for it. I met so many amazing women and now have more surfing friends to go on trips with. Bri was an amazing host, she is so kind, down to earth, funny & knowledgeable! She made us cute little journals for the weekend that had prompts and was so thoughtful and intentional. She had us all set agreements for the weekend which made for a safe space to share and a great container for the group. Not only did Bri give me great tips while surfing she also gave us local knowledge about the wild animals and surf etiquette which I really enjoyed! This is an accepting and intentional community bringing together women to come as they are and be themselves in the sea!

-Roo

Bri created a space where we used art to tap into our creative selves, and she paralleled the ocean to our inner wisdom or spirit — and I really felt that too. She also talked a lot about inclusion, which means a lot to me as someone who is mixed-race. It was hard to join a group as I am usually a loner, but it felt so good. And now, this weekend, a few of us local women are going to surf together — a dream come true for me! It was amazing to hang with our own group. I felt empowered, I felt seen, and I felt like I belonged!! Obvs: come one, come all — it is all levels, all backgrounds, all ages, all types friendly.  -Bunny

We’re fortunate for the spaces you envision and follow through with. Thank you for seeing what is needed in this malfunctioning world: time to surf, create, laugh and love one another.  - Coco

I want to talk about being a participant in a Sea Together retreat. It was just incredible. So from a distance, she creates community for Sea Together remotely and everything. But like in person, I would just like to say like she is even more creative, and facilitating this in-person inclusive and community environment, and it is really special. Sea Together retreats make surfing super fun again, if you ever were disheartened by surfing, go surfing with Bri because of the environment she creates of connection, community, and going surfing with women of different backgrounds, and we're all at different surf levels, but feeling a sense of camaraderie while we're there. Being able to participate in that is something really special and something beautiful that Sea Together also has created. What Sea Together means to me is like connection on a really deep level, both from a distance and during those retreats. - Ariana

Attending Sea Together surf retreat has truly been a life-changing experience for me. From the moment I arrived, I felt an immediate sense of belonging — like I was part of something meaningful and supportive. The retreat not only deepened my connection to the ocean but also introduced me to a powerful and uplifting community of women who share a passion for surfing and self-expression. What sets Sea Together apart is the way it fosters empowerment through community. Whether it was cheering each other on in the water, sharing stories over meals, or creating art and conversation together, heading out on a crabbing adventure… every moment felt intentional and inspiring. I left the retreat feeling stronger, more confident, and more deeply connected — not just to others, but to myself. -  Catalina

The Sea Together winter retreat was a magical experience, and Bri is an amazing facilitator and leader. After the retreat, I felt more confident in the water and comfortable taking up space in the lineup. I no longer feel like an imposter as a surfer and instead now I fully embrace my identity as one. My stoke for surfing also increased exponentially. I'm grateful to have participated and will carry myself with more confidence in my abilities moving forward.  - Ariana

Surf Retreat Testimonial from our guest, Christine

[This surf retreat is] Simply the best, better than all the rest <3 you are a natural surf retreat leader and hope you continue on and it continues on. Thanks for being inspiring!  - Anonymous Retreat Guest

Bri--Your passion and joyful spirit are infectious. Thank you again for creating an amazing experience with wonderful people. So inclusive and beautiful 😍  - Anonymous Retreat Guest

Surf retreat Testimonial from guest, Emily

Surf Coaching Intensive Weekend Testimonials:

This weekend was truly a work of art and magic!  - Anonymous Retreat Guest

Your gift of bringing rad people is beyond special. Thank you for creating such a beautiful space for us to gather, be vulnerable and be present.  - Anonymous Retreat Guest

What a rad weekend!! I am so happy I came this weekend - thank you for creating an inclusive, chill, passionate, intuitive community centered around something we deeply need. How lucky women surfers are to have ya lifting us all up.  - Anonymous Retreat Guest

Thank you for creating the space that so many of us have been looking for. Your passion for teaching, creating community, and building a safe space bolsters such confidence and excitement in those around you.  - Anonymous Retreat Guest

“The coaching was really helpful. I like how you don’t overload with suggestions and corrections while in water. Sometimes when I’ve taken lessons, it becomes a lot being overwhelmed with directions when you’re really trying to process a lot in your environment at once. You seem to have a good sense for your students’ capacity and how they receive information. I really appreciated the videos and commentary for this reason. I think it’s really important for students to see themselves and understand what needs corrected in hindsight.” - Hayley, 8 years surfing

"Bri is able to explain the fundamentals of surfing in unique ways personalized to her students. She comprehends how to approach maneuvers, similar to the pros. She will take you from beginner to intermediate; or as in my experience, intermediate to advanced. I highly recommend Bri for all surf levels. She will help you accomplish your goals in the water. Furthermore, through Sea Together she has created a community space for female surfers where we can be recognized for our accomplishments and can support one another at sea and on land." - April, 20 years surfing