My friend and I had an incredible time with Sistersurf. It was a last moment R&R trip that Marjie and Coco were kind enough to accommodate. As a compulsive planner I was pleasantly surprised that every detail of our trip was thought through from the airport pick up/drop off to the meals to the daily schedule meticulously planned around the tides and best waves for our level. All we had to do was board the plane and prepare to enjoy ourselves. Coco and Marjie are great teachers who had us standing up on the surfboards on Day 1 - something I had my doubts would happen at all given that our physical ability did not go far beyond splashing in the ocean. Yoga was cleverly weaved into our surfing schedule. Be it restorative afternoon, intense morning or a relaxing sunset session Coco always knew what our bodies needed depending on a day of surfing we had. Marjie's superb massages were a cherry on top of our stay. Another special surprise was a photo session on our last day at which point the combination of excellent instruction and skillful photography actually made us look rather spectacular. The general mood of the village / hotel is wonderfully leisurely and you would be hard pressed to find a reason to change out of your swimsuit. A special thank you to Gail and Marco whose hotel/restaurant were our home base where we feasted on the most delectable menu of whole fried snapper, tuna tartar, tacos and pastas home made by it's Italian owner. The unassuming restaurant is a destination in itself with a ceviche that has been on my mind ever since the last bite (it is rightfully the stuff of local legends). Our days revolved around surfing but Marjie and Coco offered some really cool options for our downtime - we made dream catchers, visited secret tide pools, biked to neighborhood beaches, caught a glimpse of leatherback turtles on a night tour. The retreat was a wonderful combination of intense physical challenges mixed with just the right amount of relaxation. But what made it really special were Marjie and Coco. Besides being excellent teachers they were great company. They kept the mood light and effervescent while patiently motivating us to challenge ourselves. I could not have imagined better people to introduce me to surfing or spend 5 days on the water with. Their thoughtful little touches - shell necklaces, local cocoa sunblock, special morning coffee, sunset drinks, the beautifully edited video of our surfing highlights - made the retreat very special. Thank you, ladies, for giving us this amazing experience! I can’t wait to be back.

- Sasha

In a word: perfection! Coco, Marjie and Chelsea are an incredible trio that inspire, educate and support. These ladies nailed every aspect of the retreat: the super cute tropical accommodations with everything we needed, the insane chef that created flavorful, locally-inspired vegan meals that nourished us, the thoughtfully planned schedule that was the perfect combination of active and relaxing... I could go on and on. They truly curated a perfect week. They found great local spots for us to surf and have breaks to ourselves, and were supportive out in the water, giving hugely helpful tips and knowledge, pushing me the extra bit I needed and ultimately giving me more confidence with each day. They're quite the team, each offering something unique, helpful and creative! Sweet pregnant Coco's yoga was sheer bliss, and much-needed. In addition to having a wonderful time, it was a welcome reminder to make time for the things I love, challenge my body and have FUN. These fearless, badass ladies are an inspiration for how life should be lived. Their love for the ocean and surfing is apparent in their beautiful spirits and ability to craft the ultimate surf retreat. ❤ A must-do for sure! - Rebecca Rusham Reinbold

Incredible experience led by three amazing women - I will be back!

I can’t believe it has taken me so long to write this review - maybe I’ve just been too busy telling all my friends, surfers and future surfers :), that they have to try a Sister Surf Retreat!

Coco, Marji and Chelsea are a special trio of awesome women that create a uniquely welcoming, supportive and just straight-up fun environment for everyone - of all levels of experience, comfort in the water, fitness, etc. Their love for each other, surfing, and the local Playa Grande community paired with their enthusiasm for helping other women gain confidence in the water makes Sister Surf such a true gem of an experience.

This is a long review, but all you really need to know is: I will definitely be going back and you should just go ahead and book your spot now!

Before the retreat I had taken a handful of surf lessons, but always felt intimidated by both the water and several perfectly nice, but generally dismissive instructors. From the “dry land” lessons to the instruction in the water it was clear that these ladies are true professionals both when it comes to surf coaching and knowing what each individual needs to feel comfortable, improve their skills and, most importantly, have FUN.

Most days we’d get up around 5am for a “dawn patrol” surf session - we were the only group in the water as the sun rose. Pure bliss. After a couple hours in the water we’d head back to the small hotel’s restaurant for some breakfast then some time to chill. Before lunch we’d have a restorative yoga session led by Coco in the breezy outdoor studio. Next we'd have another lesson of sorts - in the pool (eg. paddling, turtle-rolling, etc.) or in the yoga studio (surf etiquette, etc.). After getting back in the water for an afternoon surf session, we’d grab a drink and walk back to the beach for sunset.

Each surf session was videotaped and later in the day each person would review their footage with Coco, Marji and Chelsea to get feedback/pointers. This was incredibly helpful!

While I joined the retreat with a friend, the majority of our group of six were solo travelers.

The accommodations were beautiful - so airy, serene and clean.

The food was super fresh and always delicious.

One afternoon we had a blast visiting a small local farm for some horseback riding and learning about local agriculture.

Every activity, yoga class, and surf session was totally optional - some women would choose to chill on the beach in the afternoon instead of surfing and that was completely ok - truly a zero pressure environment.

I cannot recommend Sister Surf and Yoga Retreats enough - you will not regret it! ~ Paige

Amazingly talented surfers who are as friendly as they are stoked! I’m so inspired to push myself to be better every time I see them surf! -Lisa Myers