Laura Close Consulting Presents:
Westport Women's Surf Retreat
Westport, WA Aug.18 & 19
Early Bird Access Expires:
What Happens at the Women's Surf Retreat?
Come have FUN with us this August! With surfing in the morning, yoga & guided meditation in the afternoon and a bonfire by night -- new friendships are sure to grow.
Since founding my private practice for changemakers and leaders I've wanted to create an event that combines the brave enthusiasm of physical activity with the soulful connection found around a campfire.
You need this type of adventure, away from the daily routine, to boost inspiration and amp up your ability to tackle new challenges.
This retreat is for those of us who know that sand in your hair is good for your soul.
Click HERE to talk with Laura about the trip - free 15 min phone-check in (recommended)
Looking for pricing and logistics? Scroll to bottom!
STAFF:
This is our second annual Surf Retreat! Engage with our team, build community with creatives, seekers & wise women. *Thanks to our surf photographer find her on instagram: @jacqdani
OLIVIA WRIGHT
Lead Surf Guide
7 year surfer, stand up paddle board racer, competitive swimmer, environmnetal engineer & heart of gold.
LAURA CLOSE
Founder & Facilitator
Laura Close Consulting- Leadership development & Career advancement. Results through compassion and strategy.
KATELYN STICKEL
Yoga & Surf Guide
Yoga Teacher & Surf Guide Katelyn is an MSW, 8 year surfer, trained yoga teacher and somatics practioner. Loves to see other women of color in the line up!
BRITTANY MARIE
Surf Guide
Environmental scientist by day, "Surfing is my greatest passion, anytime I get to share that with someone, it makes my day."
Your Surfing Cohort
Seattle professionals, artists, progressive leaders, moms, creatives and more! (actual pic of the 2016 crew)
Yoga & Guided Meditation
Get into your body, capture your hope and self-love, set yourself up for a great year.
Fresh & Hand Prepared
Enjoy fresh food and good wine courtesy of our staff chef Maren, who "loves to make colorful salads and dips" a product of years in her family's bakery.
Make New Friends
Nature, surfing lessons & bonfire circle time bring us together.
We'd love to have you (and your friends) join us in Westport -- reserve your spot in our intimate 10 person group by 7/15 for your early bird discount.
WHAT TO EXPECT
We've already reserved the boards and most of the gear, once you register we'll rent your wetsuit for you also. Our bunkhouse has fresh linens. All you need to do is show up!
Friday starts with lessons with Surf Guide Olivia: a fun, supportive hands on time in the waves.
Zero surfing experience is needed! Most women have almost never tried surfing. We'll have a powerful discussion with Olivia on why that is at dinner on Saturday.
Daily guided reflection workshops with Laura are designed to capture the feelings of hope and pride that arise when we are challenged and growing.
This retreat is designed for YOU -- a sweet get-away for adventure and renewal.
Shared meals throughout, classy new bunkhouses and a nightime bonfire with community rituals round out the excursion!
Friday, August 18:
7am: Drivers leave Seattle area
10am: Welcome circle on the beach
11am: Surf Lessons
1pm: Bag Lunch* and check-in to Bunkhouse
3pm: Meditation with Laura: "Accepting Your Coming Challenge"
6pm: Dinner, fresh whole foods
8 pm: Evening bonfire and ritual
Saturday, August 19:
8am: Breakfast
9:00 am: Pack up
9:30am: Meditation with Laura: "Compassion for my Journey"
9:45am: Yoga with Katelyn
11:00am: Snack & Surf Lessons
2 pm: Lunch & Closing Circle
3 pm: Depart
*Meals provided except when indicated with asterisk.
LODGING & LOCATION
The Westport Inn Bunkhouse
2501 Nyhus St N, Westport, WA 98595
The bunkhouses are new construction, walkable to the beach and town. Just perfect for our get-away adventure.
WESTPORT, WA
Our Surfing Beach
Look at those beautiful Westport waves. Perfectly powered to get beginners aloft.
Westport Mainstreet
Westport is a working coastal town - here's a picture of mainstreet on an arts fair day!
Trail to Westhaven State Park
This is the easy 1 mile trail to Westhaven State Park, the most consistent surf break in the area.
SURF FOR YOURSELF
YOUR EASY, EMPOWERING GET AWAY
What if you got a real true-blue break from your reality?
That would be amazing right?
This retreat was customed created for us busy ones --maybe its career, or a graduate degree or kids or city living or all of the above! Westport is the closest, best surfing spot local to Seattle -- by chosing this spot we get great fun on the beach, time together and the ease of a 2 day, 1 night adventure.
Who participated last year?
Non profit executive directors Fitness professionals Therapists Water & Ecosystem Scientist UX Designers Women in Tech Career focused Moms International Human Rights Advocates
...and this year maybe you!
Come sign up and give yourself a treat this summer.
Would you like to talk by phone to learn about our surf retreat?
Click HERE to book Laura for a free 15 minute phone check-in
REGISTRATION
FAQ
- Transportation: Drive alone or we will try to match you with a carpool option
- No prior surf experience needed
- You Bring: sack lunch day 1, water bottle, swimsuit, beach towel, camp chair for bonfire, journal
- Temperatures will range from 75-55F bring layers for sun and wind
- Questions? Email: Laura@Lauraclose.com