Welcome to a Week of Ocean, Movement, Music & Connection
Are you ready to pause, soften, and reconnect to the beauty of simply being alive? Waves of Joy offers a week-long soulful surf adventure to guide you back to yourself.
In this immersive surf retreat, we’ll gather in a lush private villa in Bali. Guided by the ocean, the wisdom of the body, and the healing power of sound, prayer and ritual, we’ll awaken a deeper sense of joy — not the fleeting kind, but a steady, grounded joy that arises when we feel safe, connected, and present.
This is a journey of expression, connection, and celebration. Together we’ll surf, sing, stretch, share, and slow down — letting joy be our compass and the ocean our teacher.
Open to all levels of surfers and ocean lovers including absolute beginners - surf lessons are included if you are learning, while intermediate/advanced surfers have a surf guide to take us to the best spots!
What to Expect?
Each day of the retreat invites you into a nourishing rhythm of movement, music, nature, and connection. From sunrise surf to sunset song, we’ll explore joyful ways of being through a wide range of practices designed to awaken your senses, open your heart, and deepen your presence.
Besides 10 surf sessions/lessons (we surf twice a day for 5 days) you can expect a week filled with:
Embodiment & Reflection:
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Yin yoga & stretching
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Embodiment journeys
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Meditation & breath-work
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Ecstatic dance
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Guided journaling
Sound & Ceremony:
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Sound healing journeys
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Singing circles
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Voice activation
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Fire rituals & ocean prayers
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Cacao ceremony
Joy, Play & Connection:
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Daily surfing & ocean time (10 surf sessions/lessons)
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Connection games
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Intention & sharing circles
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Shared meals & spacious downtime
Joy as a state of being
Joy isn’t just a fleeting feeling — it’s a way of being that arises when we are fully present, connected, and alive. At this retreat, we explore joy not as something to chase, but as something to remember. It lives in the body, in the breath, in the rhythm of song, and in the shared laughter of community.
One of our greatest teachers in this journey is the ocean. Through the daily ritual of surfing, we’re invited into a state of flow — where mind and body sync with the waves, and presence becomes effortless. Whether you’re an experienced surfer or stepping on a board for the first time, the ocean offers profound lessons in surrender, resilience, play, and joy. It reminds us how to move with life rather than against it.
By merging ocean play with somatic practices, soulful music, and intentional connection, we open the door to deeper states of joy — joy that is grounded, embodied, and available long after the retreat ends.
Who is This Retreat For?
You’ll love this retreat if…
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You're a keen surfer or always dreamt of learning the art of dancing on waves
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You love music, ritual, movement, the ocean — or feel the call to explore them more
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You’re craving a deeper connection to joy, freedom, and aliveness
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You want to explore your voice, body, and heart in a safe and supportive space
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You’re ready to take a break from the noise and come home to yourself in soulful community
This retreat is alcohol & substance-free: We believe in accessing natural states of clarity, expansion, and connection — through breath, movement, rhythm, and embodiment.
Retreat Flow
Here’s a taste of what a day on retreat will include…
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6:30-7:30am: Gentle breath, stretching & somatic movement practice
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7:30-8:30am: Nourishing breakfast & intention setting
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8:30am: We leave for surfing (we have two surf sessions with a lunch break in between), getting back to the villa in the afternoon around 3-4pm
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3/4-6pm: Time to rest, get a massage, explore, journal, or connect
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6pm: Evening communal meal & sharing circle
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7-10pm: Soulful singing circle, sound/embodiment journey, ecstatic dance or prayer ritual
(Note: the exact daily schedule may shift intuitively with the oceans tides and group’s flow and energy)
Real Stories of Transformation and Recovery
he best surfing teachers I've know so far. A really nice experience. Had a lot of fun, the teachers are soooo nice and the surf vibe is really there.
Definitely gonna continue to learn surf in this place
Poland, Polina Ariabinska
Great surf camp experience. It was amazing, the teachers are very pedagogical and attentive. I never thought I'd be able to surf. My experienced friend was able to ride bigger waves. They adapt to all levels. I recommend 100%. Thank you for the whole team
France, Akvilehi
The surf teachers were outstanding, so professional and thorough! Andi took such good care of me as a beginner surfer whilst being early pregnant. He was so enthusiastic and caring and made me feel safe out on the water. Andi you are a star THANK YOU!
Sweden, Emilie Nolåker Johansson
Meet Your Guides
Annina and Luis share a love for surfing, the ocean, embodied presence, and authentic expression. Together, they hold a warm and supportive space where you can come home to yourself, awaken joy, and experience the beauty of being fully alive.
Annina Yandana
Annina is a somatic therapist, intuitive bodyworker and soulful facilitator with over 8 years of experience supporting others in coming home to their bodies and reconnecting with life’s deeper rhythms.
With extensive training across diverse modalities with a focus on somatic therapy — including Embodied Counselling, KaHuna Bodywork, and Yoga Therapy —her work blends somatic wisdom, ritual, and intuitive movement into powerful pathways of transformation.
Annina brings warmth, sensitivity and playfulness to the space — gently guiding you to soften, open, and reconnect with your innate sense of wholeness.
Click here to learn more about her work.
Luis Piazzetta
Luis is a multi-instrumentalist, music teacher, and the founder of Beyond Sounds — a global community and online platform devoted to the healing power of medicine music, voice, and presence.
With roots in a Brazilian musical family and over a decade of experience guiding others through sound and self-expression, he weaves voice activation, improvisation, and somatic sound into a playful and liberating journey of creative exploration.
Luis holds space with depth, presence, and authenticity —inviting you to come as you are, and experience the power of music in a whole new way.
Click here to learn more about his work.
Are you ready to come ride the Waves of Joy with us?
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Our private villa
Our home for the week is a beautiful villa in a peaceful part of Bali — complete with a swimming pool, open-air practice spaces, cozy communal areas, nearby surf, and a cozy, relaxed atmosphere. It’s the perfect place to drop in, unwind, and reconnect.
We’ll be a small group (8–10 people max) so there’s space for both intimacy and spaciousness. A range of room options are available to suit all budgets (scroll down for more on this!).
Your Retreat Package
Dates: 19-25th of July 2025
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Location: Bali (exact location shared after booking)
Group Size: Intimate group of 8–10 participants only
Your retreat package includes:
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6 nights accomodation in our lush villa in your selected room (scroll down for the options & rates)
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Airport pick up & drop off
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10 surf sessions (2 surfs per day for 5 days)
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Transport to the best spot based on conditions (group may be split based on level of experience to ensure everyone gets good waves)
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Lessons and equipment for beginners/learners
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Surf guide for intermediate/advanced surfers
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2 pool training/surf theory sessions
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2 days with surf photographer taking drone video & photos of you surfing (and yes your photos are included in the price for you to keep)
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2 surf video analysis sessions to support your technique and learning
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All ceremonies, prayer rituals, somatic movement practices and other processes over 6 days:
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Cacao opening & closing ceremony
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Sound healings & singing circles
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Water & fire rituals
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Daily somatic movement sessions (stretching/yin yoga, dance & more)
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Embodiment & sound journeys
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Guided meditations & breathwork
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Guided journalling processes
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Sharing circles & group connection processes
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6x healthy nourishing breakfast before we go surfing
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6x yummy dinners (local Indonesian food)
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Unlimited supply of filtered drinking water
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Exclusive use of the big beautiful villa space with big pool and garden
We have a range of rooms available at our beautiful villa, with options available for all budgets!
Luxury Master Suite for 2
Private space for 2 ppl = AU$4,800 (AU$2,400/person)
Private Double Room for 2
Private room for 2 ppl = AU$4,200 (AU$2,100/person)
Mezzanine Room for 4 Guests
Private space for 4 ppl = AU$5,400 (AU$1,350/person sharing 2 double beds)
Mezzanine Room for 2 Guests
Private space for 2 ppl = AU$4,800 (AU$2,400/person in own double beds)
Mezzanine Room Shared / Double
Shared space for 1 pers in own double bed = AU$2,100 OR option to book double bed for 2 ppl = AU$3,000 (AU$1,500/person sharing a double bed)
Mezzanine Room Shared / Single
Shared space for 1 pers in own single bed = AU$1,500 (two single beds available)
NOTE:
The above rates exclude your flights to Bali. Ngurah Rai International Airport, also known as Denpasar International Airport is where you need to book your flights (arriving on Sat July 19th and departing on Fri July 25th). Should you like to stay extra days before or after the retreat this is at your own expense.
Airport transfer will be arranged for you between the airport and our villa.
You must also purchase your own travel insurance to attend this retreat. See here for full terms & conditions.
Optional extras:
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Surfboard rental can be arranged if you don't want to use a foamy or bring your own board - board rental cost 150.000Rp/day (about AU$15) and lots of different boards are available
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If we choose to surf a reef break like Kuta Reef or Toro-toro there is an additional boat fee of 150.000Rp (about AU$15) per person
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Massages or other treatments you might like to book in break times come at extra cost but we can help arrange this
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Lunches and any extra meals/snacks are not included in the package (breakfast & dinner is included)
