April 19-29, 2026
Trip 4: Luquillo, Puerto Rico
Is This Surf Retreat For Me?
This Puerto Rico surf retreat is designed for women who are tired of feeling stuck. the ones who can catch waves but want real progress, not guesswork.
This year, we’re bringing our signature retreat to Puerto Rico with the new Salem Surf Co Progression Method, our structured approach that helps advanced beginners break bad habits, build better technique, and confidently step into the intermediate phase.
Expect multiple surf sessions most days, personalized video analysis, and optional strength or mobility work. Every session has intention. Every drill has purpose. Every day moves you forward.
Yes, we’ll enjoy the magic of Puerto Rico… but this retreat is surf-focused. You’re here to get better.
You’ll leave with stronger skills, a clearer understanding of your surfing, and a community of women who are just as committed to leveling up as you are
A Day in the Life…
Mornings:
Morning stretching session + mindset/breathing
Early surf session
Breakfast + downtime
Afternoons:
Surfing related workshop or training
Shared lunch
Optional 2nd surf session
Video analysis + 1:1 coaching sessions
Evenings:
Free time to explore Luquillo
Family dinner
Reflection circles, book chats, movie nights, game nights, or bonfires under the stars
(This schedule is just an example and is subject to change based on surf conditions, weather, group energy, and other local factors. We design each day to make the most of the waves and ensure the best possible experience for everyone.)
Welcome to Casa Coral, your island home for the next 10 days.
Our home base is Casa Coral, a colorful, laid-back surf lodge tucked along the Sabana River estuary and just a 5-minute walk from the waves of La Pared, one of Puerto Rico’s most consistent surf beaches. The area is relaxed, walkable, and filled with local cafés, smoothie spots, and ocean views around every corner. Just a short drive away, you’ll find Carabalí Rainforest Park, hidden beaches, and the lush foothills of El Yunque.
For our retreat, we’ll have exclusive access to the entire upstairs level, a bright, open space perfect for daily mobility sessions, dry-land workouts, yoga, video analysis, and plenty of hangout time between surfs.
You’ll stay in a dedicated dorm just for our group, with:
Your own bed with outlet, reading light & privacy curtain
Your own private bathroom
Plenty of storage and space to unwind
It’s the perfect blend of comfort, community, and surf-focused living, all just steps from the ocean.
What about lodging?
The Trip:
Price: $1999 (shared room)
Deposit: $300 of the total price to lock in your spot!
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10 nights beachfront accommodation in a shared room (up-to 8 people to a room.)
Unlimited access to healthy snacks, coffee, juice, and water.
Airport transfers
Transfers to daily surf sessions
Personalized 1:1 coaching designed for your growth
Dry land workouts & stretching sessions
Daily video analysis
All photos and videos
Exclusive Salem Surf Co. Gift baggie
and a few fun surprises along the way ;)
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Airfare
Board Rental (extra $150 for the 10 days, OR you can bring your own board!)
Meals (we ONLY provide healthy snacks, coffee, juice, & water.)
Travel Insurance (REQUIRED: Check out our favorite!)
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Basic surfing experience required — you should consider yourself in the advanced beginner-intermediate stage. You should feel comfortable paddling out on your own, catching small waves, and you must be comfortable on reef breaks. You don’t need to be advanced, but this retreat is designed to help you move confidently from beginner to intermediate. AKA-we will not be pushing you into waves.
General physical fitness — surfing is physically demanding, and you'll get the most out of this experience if you’re able to participate in daily surf sessions and movement classes.
Open-mindedness and a positive attitude — this retreat is about growth, connection, and having fun (including laughing at yourself sometimes!) But this also means, you must be able to leave your ego at the shore and be open to constructive advice.
Travel insurance — required for all guests. Please make sure your policy covers surfing and adventure activities.
FAQ
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Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Once you arrive to the airport, we will handle the rest!
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Absolutely. Most of our guests come solo! This retreat is designed to foster connection, confidence, and community. Whether you’re introverted or outgoing, there’s space for you here.
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Your retreat includes 10 nights of beachfront accommodation in a shared room (up to 8 women, each with her own bed and privacy curtain), plus unlimited access to healthy snacks, coffee, juice, and water throughout your stay. We’ll take care of all airport transfers and daily transportation to surf sessions, so you can stay focused on your progression. You’ll receive personalized 1:1 coaching, dry-land workouts and stretching sessions, daily video analysis, and all your surf photos and videos to take home. And of course, you’ll get an exclusive Salem Surf Co gift bag, along with a few fun surprises along the way.
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What’s not included: airfare, board rental (available for an additional $150 for the full 10 days, or you’re welcome to bring your own), and meals, as we only provide healthy snacks, coffee, juice, and water. Travel insurance is required for all participants, and we’ll share our recommended provider to make it easy.
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For this trip, we can only offer shared rooms at this time. The shared rooms only sleep up to 8 people and everyone has their own beds with privacy curtains. Plus, there is a private bathroom for the room.
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You’ll receive personalized 1:1 coaching from Salem, Chloe, and our trusted local surf coach, Surfing Connection. We’ll cover wave reading, technique, confidence in the lineup, and tailored feedback, all delivered with encouragement and zero ego.
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YES! You can absolutely sign up with a friend. Let us know on your interest form and we’ll make it happen.
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That’s okay! If you are vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, or dairy free, we will also find something for you, but don't forget to let us know before you leave!
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Cancellation Policy
Deposits are non-refundable.
If you cancel more than 60 days before the retreat, you may transfer your spot to another person, or apply a portion of your payment to a future retreat (subject to availability), or receive a refund.
Cancellations made less than 30 days before the retreat are non-refundable and non-transferable.
If Salem Surf Co must cancel the retreat due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., natural disasters, political unrest, etc.), all payments will be refunded or credited toward a future retreat.
See our full policy here.
Have questions?
Have any questions for us?
Ask anything, we’re here to help you feel confident and informed.
Meet Your coaches
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Head Surf CoachHi! My name is Chloe, and I grew up surfing in Hawaii. I competed for over 10 years, even reaching the national level before I turned 18.
Once I turned 18, I transitioned into giving surf lessons and became one of the only certified female surf judges in the islands at the time.
Surfing has always been my biggest passion, and now I get to share it by helping women like you progress and build confidence in the water.
I can’t wait to help you improve and watch you grow through our camp!
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Founder & Surf MentorHey, I’m Salem! A full-time traveler turned surf addict. After years of exploring the world, I fell in love with surfing and started sharing my journey online, showing what it’s really like to learn something new as an adult, the messy, vulnerable, and empowering parts.
My mission is to inspire you to step out of your comfort zone, laugh at yourself along the way, and believe that it’s never too late to start.
Through my content and this retreat, I’m here to support your mindset, encourage you on the tough days, and celebrate every small win in and out of the water.