SRI LANKA RETREAT NOVEMBER 2025
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LEADING UP TO THE RETREAT
As soon as you pay your $800 deposit, your spot is guaranteed on this retreat. You will then have the opportunity to pay off the remainder gradually over the months ahead or pay the remainder 2 months prior to departure.
We will have a catchup in person at Driftwood studio in Mt Eliza 6-8 weeks prior to travel. You can zoom in if you can't make it in person. This will be an opportunity to meet the other women coming on the retreat and ask any questions you have. We will cover visas, vaccinations, what to bring etc.
We will also go through some surf exercises/stretches to help prepare you... if you wish to surf or learn to surf on the retreat. This is a great catchup and a fun way to connect with each other and help you feel as comfortable as possible about the upcoming retreat. You may be stepping outside your comfort zone by coming away with women you don't know, so this will break the ice for everyone. The magic starts here! 🙌
PREPARATION FOR THE RETREAT
There is no specific preparation needed, however, if you are interested in surfing, we recommend that you do some strength/mobility training in the leadup. This will definitely help you on the retreat. The stronger and fitter you are on arrival, the longer you will last in the surf and the more likely you will be able to stand up on your board:-)
We will provide you with a program that you can slot into your calendar. We will also forward a video on how to practice a pop up on land in preparation for doing it on a board. EVERYONE on our last retreat stood up on their boards due to the gentle waves and knowledgeable surf guides.
GETTING TO THE RETREAT
We recommend that you fly to Colombo on 31st October (or earlier if desired) and stay the night near the airport before being picked up the next morning (1st November) for your transfer to the retreat down south in Kabalana (around 2 1/2 hour drive).
The return transfer back to Colombo airport on Saturday 8th May (if you are flying out that evening) will be around midday unless a different time suits the whole group. We will discuss on our catchup in September.
Please reach out if you would like any help with booking flights etc.
WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE RETREAT
This will be an unforgettable getaway shared with other amazing women!
We will look after you from the moment you arrive to when you are dropped back at the airport so please be sure to let us know how we can tailor this trip to your wishes.
When we arrive at the resort you will be welcomed by the beautiful staff and shown to your room. We will then enjoy a fresh local lunch at the restaurant. You will have a few hours free to settle into your surroundings, maybe wash off your travel fatigue with a dip in the pool or local ocean beach.
A welcome circle later in the afternoon will allow you to get to know the other women on the retreat a little more and find out more about your week ahead. This will be followed by a relaxing yin yoga (0ptional) and some down time to start settling your nervous system.
We will have a rough itinerary but we won't set our schedule until the night before for the next day. This way we can work in with how everyone is feeling and stay in the present moment.
The itinerary is fairly full so there will be plenty to do but you are welcome to take part in as little or as much as you desire. If you are not feeling it, need a rest or are not interested in the activity, you can opt out and spend the time doing anything you desire.
Below is a rough itinerary so you can get a feel for what's on offer but the activities may happen on different days.
Sri Lanka is 5 1/2 hours behind Melbourne Australia (AEST) so 9am in Sri Lanka is 2.30pm back home.
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SURFING
There is a beautiful surf beach a short 5 minute walk from the resort and on a small swell day it is perfect for beginners. There are no rocks under the surface so it's a great place to practice in the whitewash. On the bigger swell days, there is a gentle fun beach break at Ahangama Beach, which is only a short drive away. We will head out for a surf at daybreak or sometimes in the afternoon depending on our daytime activities and tide times. All surf breaks are busy in Sri Lanka these days but if we head out early or late, there will be a lot less people out there and your surf guide will pick a spot to keep you safe and ensure you are able to catch plenty of waves.
are plenty of other activities on offer ...or you may choose to enjoy sitting on the beach or relaxing back at the retreat. The conditions are perfect for learning if you are a beginner as the waves are gentle and the water temperature is 30 degrees. You will have both a surf guide and surf instructor to help you find your confidence. This is the ultimate learn to surf experience as there will likely be no others on the waves except our group. The local surf guide will help by pushing you onto the waves to get you started. The waves are also suitable to surfers who are already able to ride a wave (intermediate) but would like to improve the pop up, turning and even walking the board (if you are a long boarder).
YOGA | MOVEMENT
There will be one yoga or movement class offered daily. Depending on the other activities planned, it will either be a more energising yoga flow to start the day, a movement/stretch session to help you limber up for a surf or a beautiful relaxing yin yoga at the end of the day to help you wind down and stretch out your muscles. You will also have the opportunity to experience a meditation, sound healing and visualisation during the week.
WIFI
There is wifi at the resort, however, we encourage our guests to have a digital detox for the week and put phones away for the majority of the trip. Ultimately this is up to you:) What we do know is that if you allow yourself this luxury, you will go back feeling rejuvenated and like you have been away for a month!
This may mean just checking in once a day to make sure there is nothing urgent back home. We encourage you to let everyone back home know that you will be off air for the week and maybe have a set window each day that you check in with family / work.
FACILITIES AND ACCOMMODATION
Our boutique resort is located in Kabalana, Sri Lanka. The resort features 12 charming bungalows with air conditioning, private bathrooms and modern amenities. Each room has a minibar, shower and a wardrobe.
The resort has a sun terrace, large outdoor swimming pool, open air bath, lush gardens, stylish yoga shala, restaurant and bar.
It is only a 5 minute walk from Kabalana beach and 1.6km from the centre of Ahangama.
FOOD AND BEVERAGES
The onsite restaurant offers a cosy and welcoming atmosphere. You will enjoy the beauty of the surrounding landscape while indulging in delicious cuisine. The menu features a variety of local and international flavours, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
The bar is situated in the perfect location to watch the tropical Sri Lankan sunsets and the hypnotising surroundings. This retreat is all about finding balance so you are welcome to be alcohol free or enjoy a mindful drink at the end of your fun filled day.
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