Win a Surf Retreat with Rise Up

We’ve teamed up with the amazing Rise Up Surf Retreats to offer you the chance to win a week at their luxury surf and yoga retreat in Nicaragua.

Rise Up Surf Retreats hosts all-inclusive surf experiences in Nicaragua and Costa Rica, designed for surfers of all levels, from complete beginners to seasoned surfers.

The retreats combine expert, holistic surf coaching with daily yoga, wellness practices, and thoughtfully curated adventures. With a focus on “laid-back luxury,” guests enjoy beautiful accommodation and nourishing meals, with community at the heart of everything. More than just a surf vacation, this it an experience set in beautiful nature, where you become part of a family, with many guests returning time and time again.

The Luxury Escape Surf Retreat in Nicaragua

This gorgeous Nicaragua surf and yoga retreat is the best place to relax and enjoy life by the ocean. The whole space is bent around the beach: hear the waves, smell the salt in the air, see the sun dipping beneath the horizon. Surf your heart out or simply admire the wild beauty of the central coast from our beachfront bar. It’s an escapist’s dream with a salty surfer twist.

The vibe: Chic yet unpretentious and perfect for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life.

The location: Located only 1.5 hours from Managua on Nicaragua’s wild and rugged Central Coast.

The waves: consistent swell, few crowds and favourable conditions year-round, Perfect for all levels from beach breaks and point breaks to rivermouth waves.

The rooms: 8 thoughtfully designed rooms, all with private bathrooms and A/C.

What’s Included?

Maximum 12 guests
Beachfront resort accommodation
Surf Coach ratio of 2:1
6 days of surf coaching alongside an experienced coach
Guiding to the best waves in the region for your surf level
6 days of video analysis or surf theory sessions
All surf equipment (except for rash guards)
Incredible food prepared by our in-house chefs
Round-trip airport transportation at set pick-up times
One evening of guided meditation
One weekly ice bath session
Daily breath work and mobility sessions
Daily yoga sessions
One dinner out at a local restaurant
2 surf skate sessions depending on surf conditions
Weekly visit/presentation to see what Rise Up Kids projects are doing or some other community-based activity
Activities and adventures at the resort and to the surrounding community and environment, such as horse riding with tortilla making, bonfires at sunset, movie night, chocolate making, community visit and a boat trip to explore mangroves (varies on location)
An incredible team to ensure you have the best retreat experience