Costa Rica Fusion SUP Retreats, Training Camps
Retreat to Costa Rica this June!
Come step away from your familiar waters for an empowering energizing week in Costa Rica June 23 to 29th, 2024!
During your trip you’ll be immersed in SUP and Paddle Surf, complimentary SUP activities, local adventures, wellness and active living.
This Retreat is perfect for various levels of paddlers. For those new(er) to SUP you'll learn the skills and foundations of paddling. Advanced paddlers will be challenged in training both on and off the water. And everyone gets to dip their toes in surf and paddle surf.
Your all-inclusive stay includes room and board, food and meals, transportation from time of arrival in CR to departure, daily SUP and paddle surf coaching, a video session, and some bonus activities.
You’ll get coaching from certified experts, athletes and special guests, too!
Where:
Playa Garza, Costa Rica
just 10 minutes from Guiones Beach in Nosara
Our retreats and camps bring together paddlers in groups of 4-8 paddlers which allows one-on-one, custom and personalized coaching and peer connection. You’ll get to paddle beautiful waters where conditions are perfect for learning, mastering and advancing both SUP AND paddle surf, learning from certified coaches and experts in SUP and surf including special guests and athletes.
We take things beyond the water with additional wellness and active living workshops and clinics, and local adventure activities over the course of your stay.
What to Expect:
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Certified coaches, experts and special guests
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Small groups, 4-8 people
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1-1 time with coach; personalized time
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SUP flatwater sessions
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Technical & footwork, paddle stroke, & more
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Paddle Surf and surf sessions
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Go beyond the water with wellness and lifestyle educational workshops and clinics to help you not only perform better, but also look and feel your best
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All-inclusive: meals and food, transportation, room and board
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Plus:
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Local activities and adventures
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Bonus recovery and spa services
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Supplementary post-retreat coaching programs exclusive to attendees
Learn, Train, Excel, Have Fun
Who and Why
Retreats
New/Beginner to Intermediate
Who?
Our Retreats are ideal for new/beginner to intermediate level paddlers including
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New to paddle surf and/or SUP
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You’ve been wanting to try, learn or improve in SUP or paddle surf
**we ask attendees to have had a least one formal SUP lesson prior to attending
Training Camps
Intermediate to Elite/Competitive
Who:
Our Training Camps are for intermediate to advanced/elite level paddlers including
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Elite paddlers
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SUP racers and athletes
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Paddle surfers and paddle surf athletes
Why:
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Learn from the best
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Learn the right way
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You want to try something you’ve thought about doing for a while
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You’ve been nervous or scared to do it
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You want to start or are starting SUP racing
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You want to learn/start paddle surfing
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Get on the water during winter season
Why:
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Learn from the Best
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Want to progress/advance, master your SUP and paddle surf
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Want to improve your racing time, performance, ability for competitive reasons
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Have been paddling, racing, competing, paddle surfing for a while (minimum of 2 years, and likely competitively)
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Have a strong foundation
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Hit plateaus or walls but want to continue progressing/improving
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Typically train solo,
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Or have limited community/connections for (quality) coaching and support
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Winter training on the water
What Fusion Retreats Encompass
Join us for a week of Paddling, Adventure, and Wellness!
An all-inclusive week of paddling the most wonderful and inviting waters, local adventure and exploration, breathtaking nature scenery, and memorable experiences that will empower, enlighten, transform, and even change your life!
Fusion SUP Retreats are week-long experiences. Each day you will get to do some sort of SUP (eg. lesson, guided tour, SUP fitness, SUP yoga, paddle surf, even a paddle at Manuel Antonio National Park!). There will also be local adventures and activities worked into the week (some examples include: volcano hike, zip lining, snorkeling, dancing class), and wellness and lifestyle activities (such as fitness class, breathwork, nutrition and mindfulness workshop, cooking class).
Each day you will have free time to spend as you please - take time for yourself, treat yourself to a spa treatment or massage, explore the local town.. Food, meals, room and board accommodations, transportation, and boards and equipment are included in your week from the time of your arrival at San Jose Airport in Costa Rica until you depart. We will be staying in the towns of Herradura, Hermosa and South Jaco, Costa Rica.
Fusion SUP Retreats are for ALL ages - from 20s to 70s+, and paddle levels. We can accommodate for new or beginner to experienced paddlers.
What's Included
Get ready for 7 days and 6 nights inclusive retreat experience. In addition to beach views and ocean access, and personal time daily for you to spend how you please (tune inward, connect with others, explore, etc), your week will include the following:
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Transportation From/To Airport & During the Week
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Fresh, Local Food and Meals
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Boards and Equipment
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Local Adventures and Activities
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Daily SUP, Paddle Surf and Surf
Bonus Activities and Special Guests
Various Activities & Adventures Exclusive to Costa Rica
Nosara is Costa Rica's Blue Zone
Hikes and Exploration
Waterfalls & Island Trips
ATV Tours
Coffee and Cacao Plantations
Zipline & Canopy Tours
Snorkeling & Water Sports
Fishing Trips
National Parks and Reserves
Trip to Volcano with Activities
Massage, Cold Plunge
Spa Services, Acupuncture
Yoga and Fitness Classes
Exclusive Perks for You
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Learning and Coaching Oppportunities with Rachel and other Expert Coaches and Guests
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Fitness, Training & Mobility Sessions
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Optional 1-1 Time with Rachel or another Coach during your week
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Wellness Classes in Topics such as: nutrition and cooking, mindfulness, intuitive eating, moderation365, metabolism & hormones, breathework, ...
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Post-Retreat Follow-up Coaching Session with Rachel and Supplementary Coaching Programs to Add-on
Live the Pura Vida Lifestyle
Where You'll Stay
Curated by Rachel Cantore,
Founder, Entrepreneur, Athlete at Stand and Paddle
Welcome to Fusion SUP Retreats by Stand and Paddle! We offer unique retreats that combine adventure, wellness and personal growth in the breathtaking Blue Zone of Nosara, Costa Rica. Our mission is to provide our guests with an unforgettable experience that will leave them feeling enlightened, empowered and transformed. We offer expert instruction in stand up paddle boarding and paddle surf, as well as a variety of wellness activities designed to help you relax, recharge and reconnect with yourself. Join us on our next retreat and take the first step towards a happier, healthier and more fulfilling life.
All-Inclusive
Fusion Retreat/Camp Packages starting at $2900
**Reserve Your Spot Now**
*a % deposit is required to reserve your spot
Payment Plans available
Need to break up your payments? Contact Rachel for options (standandpaddlesup@gmail.com)
Packages available
Special pricing rates and packages are available for groups of 5-10 people.
A minimum 50% Deposit is due at booking to reserve. Payment plans may be worked out if necessary. Reservations are open until filled. Prices subject to increase as we near date of event. Payment link will be emailed to and payments serve as reservation confirmation. Options of payment methods include Venmo (@rachel-cantore), Zelle (standandpaddlesup@gmail.com, PayPal/CC (+3% fee), or check. There is a 3% fee for paypal/cc payments. Full balance must be paid in full minimum 30 days prior to first day of event.
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