Salty Sensations in California!

San Clemente, CA, USA

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Salty Sensations
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6 reviews
Sep 17 - 20, 2024
Group size: 7 - 10
Salty Sensations in California!
San Clemente, CA, USA

Salty Sensations
  • Email address verified
6 reviews

Sep 17 - 20, 2024
Group size: 7 - 10

About this trip

SEPT. 17-20, 2024 


Our Salty Sensations retreats are hosted by world-class professional surfers who do their very best to break down surf techniques and tips to help each surfer make strides in their own practice, while creating an atmosphere of celebratory inclusivity.

Kassia Meador, Leah Dawson,  Makala Smith and Andy Nieblas have lead over 15 retreats together, combining their lifetimes of surfing knowledge in a joyful coaching approach!


Our flagship San Clemente Surf Retreat is an outdoor camping experience that is focused on spending all day at the beach to develop and further your surfing skills.  Our chefs create surf-friendly gourmet meals on the beach, with healthy nutrition being a cornerstone of our experience. All food, water and snacks are included, leaving you to only think about surfing and relaxing!


With video feedback, immersive land lessons, a comprehensive Fin lesson and adjustment (if needed), a sound bath by Kassia, and lovely laughter around the campfire, this retreat experience is like nothing else on the market.  


Surfing Level: Able to catch your own waves.  We can facilitate beginner surfers with the understanding that coaching sessions are in a group setting and you will be paired with surfers of a similar level with a designated coach.

Cancellation Policy

Please book this spot with the full intention of attending the retreat.  

In case of an unexpected need to cancel your spot, our policy is as follows:


-If canceled with more than 2 months in advance: $50 cancellation fee will be charged with the balance of your deposit returned.

-If canceled 1-2 months in advance: $50 cancellation fee will be charged with balance of your deposit returned as long as we are able to fill the spot. 

-If canceled less than one month before the retreat, a $200 fee will be charged as long as we are able to fill the spot.  

-If canceled within one week of the retreat, we will be unable to return your deposit.


We will work with our customers to accommodate their needs based on circumstance and understand some things are out of all of our control.  If you need to cancel, please send us a message through the portal and we will do our very best to accommodate you.

What’s included

  • Camping Spot
    Campground will be shared upon signup. Maximum vehicle length: 17ft.
  • All meals/drinks/snacks
    We accommodate any dietary restrictions. Look forward to a culinary experience, this may just be the best beach side meals you've ever had!
  • Surf Coaching
    Land and Ocean Lessons
  • Video Feedback
    Group Video Feedback is always a hit!
  • Goodie Bag
    Gifts from us to you!

What’s not included

  • Camping Gear
    Each guest is required to bring their own camping gear/sleeping arrangements
  • Surfboards
    Please bring your own surfboards. If this is not possible, we have a limited supply of rentals available

Available Packages

San Clemente Surf Retreat
$2,000
Deposit:$1,000

Available options

Board Rental
$150

We have 3 longboards available for rent.

Depending on your skill level, we strongly recommend bringing a soft top to develop skill level

Itinerary

Arrival Day
Arrival and Welcome Dinner

Arrive to campsite 4-5:30 pm (If you arrive early, campground checkin begins at 2pm, which also gets you a parking pass to SanO.  We suggest going to catch a few waves if you arrive early!)

Dinner & Welcome Circle - 6:30 - bedtime

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Salty Sensations
6 reviews
Salty Sensations was created by long time friends and professional surfers Leah Dawson and Kassia Meador. The intention, to create a space for people to learn from their shared surf knowledge and experience in a supportive environment. Later joined by Makala Smith these retreats are hosted by three of the best female longboard surfers in the world. They are a highly unique opportunity to up level your surfing ability and have an epic time expanding your global surf community. Come for the surf and leave with life long friends!

Reviews

Joining Salty Sensations in the Mentawais was such a magical experience that unlocked blocks in my surfing through incredible knowledge sharing and unstoppable and irresistible energy and passion for the ocean. The location and accommodations were a dream, beautiful, super comfortable, and accommodating to food preferences. The team at Botik were lovely. The experience was incredible. Simply the best. ❤️
By Kimberley N for SALTY SENSATIONS X MENTAWAI DREAMS on Oct 26, 2024
The ultimate surf coaching experience! I'm so happy I took the leap and signed up for surf camp with some of the most radical surfers in the game, the wealth of knowledge they shared was beyond enlightening. We talked about everything from the very basics of catching a wave to dealing with critical sections, foot placement, paddling, body awareness, and most importantly sharing the stoke and bringing excellent vibes to every lineup we paddle out in. I couldn't imagine a better way to meet new friends who are also stoked, we all had the best time! Not to mention the FOOD!!!! Incredible. Kassia's soundbaths were also pure magic, the campsite offered us the best sunsets and moonrises, and San O is a dream always. The overall experience was well planned but be also had the space to go with the flow, surf multiple times a day and lounge and chat surfing in between. A+ camp with A++ coaches. I'm so grateful I was able to participate!
By Rande W for Salty Sensations in California! on Oct 03, 2024
Kassia, Leah, Makala, and Andy clearly attract such incredible energy just by being who they are, so everyone on the team and even the people who sign up end up creating a vibe that is really really special. I could not have asked for more. The food, the experience, the vibe all set the bar. And I could spend years working on the critical, positive, and personal surfing tips I got in the water, all of which will have huge impacts on my surfing that only increase over time and practice. Only reason not to go is you’ll be ruined for other surf trips. 11/10. No question I’ll do another!
By Talia N for San Clemente Surf Retreat! on Jun 04, 2024
Great retreat - definitely a five star experience - with great instruction by Leah and Kassia in the water and out! Food was phenomenal and the whole Salty Sensations team was amazing!
By Donna M for Salty Sensations Fall 2023 on Nov 20, 2023
This trip exceeded every expectation I had going into it! There were so many moments of pure magic, and being guided through the surf by Melanie, Kassia, Leah, Candice, and Makayla was wonderful. They offered so much incredible knowledge and guidance, and gave so much incredible feedback on even the smallest changes that made a huge difference in my surfing. Whether surfing under rainbows, hiking, or eating one of Aine's fantastic meals, there was never a dull moment. I hope to go back again, and can't recommend going on this trip enough!
By Lauren E for Ireland Surf Retreat Salty Sensations + Rebelle Surf on Oct 10, 2023
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