SURF TRIPS

From local weekend getaways to overseas adventures, Surf Squad organizes women's group surf trips and retreats. Where would you like to go?

Central Florida Women Surfing X Surf Squad

Santa Cruz, CA
September 20th - 27th, 2026

Surf one of surfing's historic destinations.
Trip includes:
• 7 nights at the Best Western Plus in Capitola, CA 
• Walking distance to local breaks
• Daily breakfast
• Pool 
• Airport transfers from San Francisco / SFO
• Local transportation
• All breakfasts (hotel provided), all lunches, 3 dinners
• Board and wetsuit rental
• Local surf guide
• 2 Dryland classes
• 2 yoga sessions
• Visit to the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Carmel, CA
• Redwood forest hike 
•Wilder Ranch hike (view seals, otters, etc.)
• Surfergirl shopping
• Swag Bag
• Surf and Lifestyle photos with Cassie Wegeng Photography

Skill level: advanced beginner through high intermediate
This trip will be best enjoyed by surfers who can catch their own waves, though private coaching can be arranged for an additional fee for beginners who need extra help (or for anyone who would like private coaching at any level). Preferred breaks will all be at what are considered beginner breaks and conditions will typically be 1-3 ft waves. (More advanced conditions will typically be a short paddle over for anyone who feels like they want more.) Obviously, we cannot predict the swell months in advance, but we will work to ensure everyone gets the best conditions possible for their skill level.
Cost: $3275 single, $2400 shared room of 2 
Book with Central Florida Women Surfing — a $500 deposit holds your spot!
Note: breaks will be chosen 1 week before departure based on forecast and skill levels/style of attendees. 
Travel Insurance highly recommended. Most insurers require purchase within 2 weeks of placing a deposit on travel.

Local Ladies Surf Retreat — Santa Cruz, CA

May 2027 (Dates TBD)

Level up your surfing with our all-inclusive, all-women’s Santa Cruz surf retreat. We’ll surf, camp, hike, surf some more, bodyboard, tidepool, eat, yoga, learn and, well, surf.
Join an incredible group of women to support and inspire each other in and out of the water.
Here’s what’s included:
• 5 of amazing, topic-specific surf clinic classes
• 5 coached surf sessions
• 2 yoga classes
• 1 bodyboarding / bodysurfing session
• 1 SUP adventure tour
• Surf photos and video analysis
• Special guest speakers
• Surfboard factory tour
• 4 nights private camping accommodations
• All meals and non-alcoholic beverages
• Swag bag, and more!

Who’s this for?
This retreat is best for novice to rising intermediate surfers. You should be able to catch a green wave on your own. Strong intermediates looking to refine their skills and/or connect with like-minded ladies will also enjoy this very special retreat. Soft top boards, and wetsuits available at no cost for those traveling from afar. Not sure if it’s right for you? Contact us to review your surf skills and goals.
Cost: $2500 — $500 deposit holds your spot,
Just 8 spots available! Don’t miss out on this very special retreat. Reserve your spot today!

2025 Retreat Itinerary
(2026 itinerary to be posted in early 2027 — you’ll get the complete schedule about 10 days prior to arrival)
Day 1
Arrivals / Settle In
Welcome + Introductions — Sharing of Intentions
Beach Class: Sea Savvy Skills
Let’s go Boogie Boarding & Body Boarding
Family Style Dinner
Gather Round the Campfire for Dessert
Campfire Class: Bringing the Stoke — Surf Etiquette
Day 2
Yoga
Pause for Gratitude
Family Style Breakfast
Camp Class: Pop Up Like a Pro
Beach Class: Wave Reading
Pre-surf Snacks
Let’s Surf!
Picnic Lunch on the Beach
SUP Tour
Family Style Dinner
Gather Round the Campfire for Dessert
Campfire Guest Speaker: Finding your Power and the Surf Mindset
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Day 3
Pause for Gratitude
Family Style Breakfast
Tide Pooling — AKA What the hell am I surfing over?
Beach Class: Shred Down the Line
Pre-surf Snacks
Let’s Surf!
Nom Nom Taco Lunch
Surf Video Review
Camp Class: Ding Repair
Family Style Dinner
Gather Round the Campfire for Dessert
Campfire Guest Speaker: Board Design / Q & A with Mando of Mando Surfboards
Day 4
Yoga
Pause for Gratitude
Family Style Breakfast
Visit Surfboard Factory
Beach Class: Take Off Techniques
Pre-surf Snacks
Let’s Surf!
Picnic Lunch on the Beach
Hike at Nicenes
Family Style Dinner
Gather Round the Campfire for Dessert
Campfire Chat: Open Surf Q&A — Ask All Your Burning Surf Questions
Day 5
Beach Class: Carving & Cutbacks
Dawn Patrol Surf
Pause for Gratitude
Family Style Breakfast
Pack Up / Check Out
Awards Lunch
Bonus Second Surf!
Safe Travels Home

What To Bring
Your awesome self!
Your surfboard — we’ll likely be surfing
excellent longboard waves, so a longboard, or possibly mid-length, is best. Soft top boards are available at no cost if you don’t want to travel with yours.
Wetsuit and booties — Northern California water temps are cold. You’ll probably want a 4/3 wetsuit, plus booties for the cold, and to navigate the rocks/reef getting in and out. Wetsuit rental available at no extra cost.
Swimsuits, if you wear them under your wettie — bring at least two unless yours is especially quick drying
Changing poncho and/or beach towel
Transportation (we can cart your board to the breaks, but our insurance doesn’t allow us to carry people) — if you’re carless, we’ll help you connect with other attendees to carpool
Warm clothing — the NorCal coast can be chilly all year round. You’ll want a couple of layers for evenings round the campfire
Warm weather clothing if the forecast says it’s gonna be warm
Comfy hiking shoes or boots for hiking
A rain jacket — Murphy’s Law says if you don’t bring one, it will rain
Sleeping bag and pad if you have one — we’ll provide tents, and sleeping bags if you need one, but we recommend that you bring your own if you do have one.
Any toiletries you might want
Sunscreen!
Your outdoor voice — cheering each other on is highly encouraged!