Reconnect
A Surf Retreat that fosters inner confidence & connection
Upcoming Surf Retreat March 2-9 2025 Lobitos Peru
Save $200 when you register before January 1st 2025
Up for surfing perfect lefts?
RECONNECT Surf Retreats are 8 day all inclusive experiences for those who want to drastically improve their surfing with our holistic mind, body, & spirit approach.
- Gain confidence in the water
- Unlearn old habits that are keeping you stuck at your current level
- Overcome mindset blocks that prevent you from going for those steeper, bigger waves
“My heart and soul are full after the Reconnect retreat!
Leah is a fantastic host and leader. The retreat was well organized with plenty of group and alone time. The surfing was amazing! After 6 days of surfing and 3 surf analysis sessions I definitely increased my confidence in the water and improved my surf skills. Leah created a safe space for the group to connect and truly enjoy our week together. Lobitos is a hidden gem in Peru. I highly recommend the Reconnect surf and yoga retreat!”
Kerri Jackson
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November 2024
At a Reconnect surf retreat, YOU are in control of your experience. Our surf instructors are here to support your experience in the water and will work with you and your specific needs.
Our groups are a maximum of 8 people to ensure that we provide quality and personal time with each participant in and out of the water. With a small group we are able to take time to check in before, during and after sessions and provide the feedback you require to improve and enjoy the session.
Later in the day we have yoga and a group mentoring session with reflection and sharing components to help integrate our experiences in the water and start to connect more deeply to surfing, the ocean and ourselves.
Over the 8 days we will:
- Have 6 surf lessons / coaching sessions with local instructors trained in surf therapy techniques
- Review your surf videos with our head coach 3 times
- Practice yoga daily in a way that helps participants enhance their experience and lessons over the week
- Have daily group mentoring, reflection and sharing sessions
- Enjoy healthy local food and learn best practices to fuel ourselves as surfers
- Push ourselves out of our comfort zones to develop a sense of confidence and self empowerment
- Enjoy local activities and adventures in Lobitos as energy levels permit!
“I improved my surf technique and most importantly, worked on overcoming the mental barriers that had been holding me back from fully enjoying my time in the water.
The reflection sessions were the most beneficial part of the retreat for me, as they allowed me to recognize the connection between my automatic thoughts and reactions while surfing and my everyday life. Surfing has become such a powerful way for me to practice resilience and let go of perfectionism and ego.”
Steph Rrozman
Reconnect May 2024
Surfing can bring up subconscious thoughts we have about ourselves.
Though failed attempts at popping up, paddling or misreading the wave we may start to experience some negative inner dialogue, at least that was my experience.
Surfing and learning to surf is an ongoing practice that gives us an opportunity to work through intrusive negative self talk and instead, foster personal growth, confidence and connection.
RECONNECT is suitable for complete beginners to intermediate surfers; and yogis of all levels of experience and background.
Surf Retreat Details
Here’s what you need to know!
Accommodation
The retreat will be based out of the boutique Hotel Buena Vista where each guest will have a private room. Buena vista is a 5 minute walk to the surf break, has a small pool, gym, wifi and hot water. They also have a yoga shala where we will hold our daily yoga classes.
Food
All of your meals are included and are centered around healthy, local, mostly plant based ingredients. Please let us know of any dietary restrictions, requirements, or allergies upon booking. Meals are designed to provide enough energy for daily surf and yoga sessions and help aid in recovery in between sessions.
Activities
In addition to daily surf, yoga and reconnect mentoring sessions there may be other opportunities to participate in local activities. However these may be weather (and energy) permitting and will be discussed in person. We have a couple sunset excursions to take you on and some evenings you may want to surf again!
Safety
Your safety in the water and during this experience is a top priority. You will not be pushed past your limits or level in the ocean. Overall, Lobitos is a safe town but regular precautions should always be taken when it comes to your personal safety. Travel medical insurance is required.
“My brother offered me this as a birthday present, it was the best gift I could ever receive!
It was a really good experience. I felt stimulated and at ease during the whole retreat. No (or very few) negative feelings during that week, I simply enjoyed it, I was happy with myself and that’s the result of many good aspects. The food was amazing, the hotel and their owners+guests super nice, the whole team involved in the retreat was amazing too, the dynamic between active times and alone/quiet times was perfect, we had the best instructors. Really I have only positive things to say about the retreat.
Would recommend it for sure!“
Dahlia Subasi
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Reconnect November 2024
Logistics, Cost & Agreements
Travel
Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements. Once arriving in Peru via Lima you will need to take a domestic flight to Talara (TYL). We will arrange a private taxi pick up for you upon arrival. An overnight bus is also an option from Lima however it takes about 17 hours.
Cost & Payment
The total cost of this retreat is $1800 USD per person. A $500 non-refundable deposit is required to secure a place and the remaining amount ($1300) must be paid 21 days before the retreat’s commencement. We accept payments via PayPal, Xoom, Wise or bank transfer.
All payment are non refundable and non-transferable.
We are not responsible for flight/ trip cancellations or delays. Travel insurance & travel medical insurance are highly recommended.
What’s Included
● 7 nights accommodation in a private room in the boutique Hotel Buena Vista
● All Meals: starting from lunch on arrival day and breakfast on departure day
● 6 Guided surf sessions: coaching based on your level
● 3 Surf analysis sessions with footage review
● 6 Yoga & Reflection sessions
● Guided integration session
● Lobitos culture & history orientation tour
● Surf photos & videos from each day
● Airport pickup upon arrival
Ready for an Adventure?
- Review and sign our Waiver & Agreements contract click here
- Secure your spot with a deposit: email hello@leahdonatiello.com to inquire about the best payment option for you.
- PayPal: hello@leahdonatiello.com
- Xoom, Wise or Bank Transfer
- Payment plans may be arranged
The remaining balance may be paid anytime up to 21 days before the retreat’s commencement.
Deposits are non refundable and non-transferable.
Space is limited to 8 guests per retreat
Questions can be sent directly to hello@leahdonatiello.com – please don’t hesitate to shoot us an email!
Upon receiving your deposit will send you more information to help you prepare for your trip to Lobitos.
Your Host
Leah Donatiello Retreat Facilitator
Hey, I’m Leah!
When I was learning to surf in 2016 my goal was to stand up, drop in and go down the line. Nothing more.
Surfing turned out to become much more than a hobby for me. It became a major tool in my personal and spiritual development and still is today. Yoga was my first introduction to spirituality and I began teaching in 2013. The combined practices and teachings from surfing and yoga created the foundation that Reconnect Retreats are build upon.
In addition to surfing and yoga, I have come to integrate energy work, Peruvian shamanic plant medicine and intuition as core components of my daily life.
Through Reconnect Retreats I share practices that help make surfing more than just a sport – creating a deep connection with the ocean and ourselves that radiates in other areas of our lives.
A note about this experience…
Reconnect Surf Retreats are designed and facilitated by experienced surfers and practitioners who truly embody the essence of Reconnect.
Reconnect is about enhancing connection; to nature, spirit and yourself.
Surfing has the ability to bring us sharply into the present moment while life’s nuances seem to disappear for a little while. We can take that sentiment and energy from surfing and enhance it on the yoga mat, bringing more presence and connection into our everyday lives.
The focus of RECONNECT will be the daily surf and yoga classes. Time and energy permitting, we will explore neighboring beaches and participate in local activities in Lobitos.
We can’t wait to surf with you!
Reconnect
“Enjoyed every moment of it,
from the surf sessions that helped boost my confidence and learning process in the water, to the yoga that was adapted every day to the general mood and energy, as well as the time spent together around the pool, enjoying good meals and watching the sunsets! In my two additional weeks in Lobitos after the retreat, I caught the wave of my life – so far 🙂 – and still am hyped about it today! Thank you Leah for providing the space for this to happen!
— Camille Schüle November 2022
“Getting quality time in the water with amazing surf instructors and Leah helped me push myself beyond anything I knew I could surf!
One of my favorite things was watching and analyzing our surf videos with the coaches, for me it changed how I surfed because I could finally see and connect how to better my pop up and stance! I’m so thankful for my experience!”.
—Liza Kazmir November 2022
“Returning to this magical town for the second time
proved how much it only gets better with each visit. Both Leah’s ways and Lobitos have an unexplainable and uplifting balance that’s ideal for a surf and yoga retreat. To live in Lobitos and to continue Leah’s lifestyle would be a dream come true.”
— Rachel Peet November 2022
“Reconnect was a week to remember!
The surf coaching was very personalized to what I specifically needed to work on and I felt my confidence in the water grow throughout the week. Leah is an incredible yoga instructor and the yoga felt amazing each day. And lastly, the food is not only delicious but Leah makes sure it is food to properly fuel us and I could feel a difference after just a few days from the clean eating. Thank you for an amazing experience!”
— Chelsea Ray Denning March 2023