THIS RETREAT IS OPEN TO ALL GENDERS!

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Mentawai Islands is a destination of dreams. It’s 17,000 island’s boast the worlds best beaches, rainforests and of course, surf. Steeped in rich culture and spirituality, with stunning coastline and delicious food, there is no better place to explore.

DREAMS COME TRUE

There may be nowhere else on earth that delivers the consistency and quality of waves found in the Mentawais. From fast scary barrels, to mellow hidden gems, there is something for every level of surfer here. Warm clear water, sparkling sunshine and endless swell, this is truly a surfer’s dream come true.

SECLUSION AT IT'S BEST

This secluded island is surrounded by white sand beaches, magnificent coral reef, turquoise water and lush tropical vegetation.

YOGA & WELLNESS

The Yoga and Wellness Experience is an important element of your retreat. Guests leave not only feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and inspired but they also feel ‘The Bliss’ of experiencing a renewed sense of enjoyment for life, family and even their career.

Bungalow features include:

• Beachfront with ocean view
• Private bathroom plus open-air garden shower with hot water
• Air-conditioning and ceiling fan
• Mosquito nets
• Beach chairs & towels
• Daily cleaning

The Mentawais are considered to be one of the most consistent and diverse surfing destinations on the planet. For those intermediate/advanced surfers, you’ll have access to a number of breaks including Iceland, Ombak Tidur, and Seven Palms to name a few.  Your package includes 6 days with 2 daily speedboat surf sessions (morning & afternoon) with our experienced surf guide who will provide an overview of the break. 

For our beginners, you’ll be surfing at a break called Tikus and your package includes 5 lessons on a soft-top longboard.

Very important to note:  all of the surf breaks are over coral reefs.  We will teach you how to fall flat in the hope of avoiding injury, but there is a risk of scrapes and cuts.  Reef shoes can be worn, but keep in mind they are not eco for the water environment.

We will offer a week of delicious yoga that nurtures the mind and body to open and restore the muscles and energy after a day of surfing. Our practices are designed to illuminate acceptance and gratitude for the moment and offer invitations to absorb mind-body-soul nourishment through grounding, opening, and restorative flows.

Are you ready to be spoiled by super yummy cuisine, perfect waves, and juicy restorative yoga in a tropical paradise?    The islands are remote, but it’s sooooo worth the adventure!

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Bully was first introduced to surf coaching in 2006. What started out as a job soon became his life’s passion and purpose. He taught at almost every surf school on Maui before opening up his own surf school in 2012, Bully’s Ohana Surf School, which is still in operation today. Seeing the impact that his surf instruction and life coaching had on people made Bully realize it was a calling for him to help people heal and become the best versions of themselves. Bully and his wife, Ashley, share a passion for ocean therapy, which led them to acquiring Swell Retreats and running retreats to empower, heal and help others find their bliss. Their hope is to share their own experiences and inspire others to awaken to their true potential and the limitless possibilities that life offers all of us. 

Ashley was born and raised in Alberta, Canada. She earned a business degree at 21 and a law degree by age 25. A lifelong athlete, she grew up playing soccer and volleyball and spent her winters downhill skiing. She is also an avid cyclist and golfer having lived next to the majestic Rocky Mountains for most of her life.  While traveling the world, she spent most of her time by or in the ocean and always wanted to learn to surf. So in January of 2022, in the face of burnout, trauma and a lot of grief, she took a month-long break from the world of corporate law to come to Maui to do exactly that. She was directed (by Lulu!) to the best surf coach on Maui- Bully Kotter. A month-long trip was extended by weeks and then months, and Ashley now lives full-time on Maui and is married to Bully (and loves to surf!). Starting a retreat business has been a lifelong dream for Ashley and acquiring Swell Retreats allows her and her husband to share their passion for ocean, nature, longevity and wellness to help others live the highest vibration life possible!

Surfer, yogini and empowerment coach Lulu Agan and her collective SwellWomen have been at the helm of leading women to their purpose, bliss and optimal health for more than 20 years. Coming from a vibrant background as a globe-trotting corporate executive and private chef, Lulu aims to take her worldly experience and share it with women who desire to hand-craft their most blissful lives possible. As a RYS600 Yoga Teacher and IIN Certified Coach, Lulu masterfully accomplishes this by honing in on the energy of surf, yoga, adventure travel, wellness and empowerment coaching to craft unique retreats and online offerings that serve to empower any woman brave enough to seek a guiding hand. 

To Lulu, the ocean has the power to erase egos, unleash bare human spirit and teach one to color outside of the lines, while yoga brings balance and a deep, supportive connection to oneself — all lessons that can be easily carried from her surfboard or yoga mat back to daily life, allowing that raw passion to color her every moment. Learn more about Lulu Agan ~ Chief Officer of Bliss

How do we fit so much into one day? By taking care of all the details so that you can truly enjoy your luxury holiday. The surfing time depends upon tides and swell size, but here is an example of a SwellWomen Day:

• 6:15am  Meditation & pre-surf warm-up
• 7:00 am Breakfast
• 8:00 am Depart for surf  // beginner lessons based on tides
• 11:00 Free Time
• 12:30 am Lunch
• 2:30 Journaling & Blissful Yoga
• 4:30 pm Depart for 2nd surf session OR Free Time for snorkeling, SUPing, nap, massage
• 7:00 pm Dinner

The schedule may change according to surf conditions, destination, or other events that may be added to your surf and wellness package. Do you need to participate in everything? We are here to provide many options for you to choose from. If you opt to relax by the pool the entire day or choose to participate in only one activity per day, you will be supported in that decision. It’s your surf and yoga retreat, and we are here to accommodate you in whatever choice brings you the highest bliss.