Special Longboard Retreat with Laure Mayer
French surfer, entrepreneur and self-taught product designer
Laure was raised in a coastal town on the border of France and Spain – a picturesque village known for its point breaks and rich Basque culture. After living and studying in both Spain and Portugal, she moved to Australia close to one of the most famous longboard waves in the world. Drawing from her background in Flamenco dancing, she honed her surfing skills over 15 years on single-fin boards.
Through her work with Lore of the Sea and her representation of women’s longboarding locally and internationally, Laure has become a significant contributor to Australian longboard culture. This journey has come alongside a career of surf travel that has taken her to compete in renowned longboard events around the globe.
Laure joined the Oxbow team in 2018 and is currently doing incredible work in creating captivating surf films and documentaries. Her passion lies in exploring global themes surrounding women’s surfing, as well as other fascinating subjects, all while sharing her infectious smile and positivity everywhere she goes. You can read one of her more recent interviews here!
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Reserve your spot now and get ready for an unforgettable longboarding adventure!
Dates & programme
The epic longboard retreat dates:
- 30 November – 7 December 2024 (4 SPOTS LEFT)
- 7-14 December 2024 (3 SPOTS LEFT)
Max 12 participants
This programme is available to surfers who are already comfortable catching their own waves (even if just baby waves). It is NOT suitable for beginners.
Check the FAQ section below for the full list of inslusions.
Day 1
check-ins
welcome dinner
surf briefing
Day 2
breakfast
surf
lunch
video analysis & land drills
Day 3
breakfast
surf
lunch
longboard surf theory
yoga
Day 4
breakfast
drone filmed surf
lunch
video analysis & land drills
Day 5
breakfast
surf
lunch
video analysis
yoga
Day 6
breakfast
surf trip day (with beach picnic)
Day 7
breakfast
surf
lunch
video analysis & land drills
sunset meditation
farewell dinner
Day 8
breakfast
check-outs
Full week of longboard coaching
Enjoy the intensive coaching week with 8 days / 7 nights of incredible fun on a tropical island of Lombok, Indonesia – Xanadu Retreat.
SHARING IS CARING
Superior Twin
Per person / 7 nights
Travelling solo and don’t mind sharing a room? This option has you sharing a twin room with another guest (or should we say “future friend”?)
IDR 32,800,000
(〜EUR 1951 | AUD 3255 | USD 2063*)
LOVE MY PRIVACY
Superior King
Per person / 7 nights
Love your privacy and prefer your own space? Get a room all to yourself and strut around in your underwear. It’s your room!
IDR 35,779,000
(〜EUR 2132 | AUD 3558 | USD 2250*)
DELUXE TREATMENT
Deluxe Extra King
Per person / 7 nights
The best, most super-duper deluxe room we have. An extra large bed, extra space and an outdoor bathtub. It’s a guest favourite (for obvious reasons).
IDR 39,502,000
(〜EUR 2354 | AUD 3928 | USD 2484*)
*We charge in IDR and the prices in other currencies are only estimates. The final amount charged in your currency will depend on the daily currency exchange rate.
Xanadu Surf & Yoga Boutique Retreat
Perched on a hill with spectacular vistas over swaying treetops and across Kuta Bay, our 6-bedroom Xanadu Boutique Resort is for discerning surfers who enjoy the finer things in life. It’s special, to be sure. But it’s more than just a place to snap droolworthy Instagram pics. It’s a peaceful and serene home away from home that’s equal parts luxurious and intimate. And it’s perfect for surfers seeking perfect waves and pampering in paradise.
Why choose this longboard retreat?
However, if you feel like following your own path on a given day during your stay and skip some activities, feel free to do so.
Intensive Longboard Coaching
This week is an all-longboarding affair. And anyone riding boards sub 7-foot need not apply. We’re here for the peeps who know that longboarders have more fun. And we’re making sure that once the week is done and dusted, you come out the other side a smoother, more poised, more self-assured logger.
Learn from the pros
Video analysis, drills, theory
It might sound intense, but it’s really not. It’s just our way of fitting months of learning into one special week. The video sessions, for example, help you refine your silky style by seeing your surfing from another perspective. As for the drills, they build muscle memory on land so that cross-stepping and noseriding on a wave become second nature.
Log quiver
We know how hard it is to travel with a longboard. That’s why we have a special log quiver stashed away and only available to the guests joining our Special Longboard Weeks. The boards have been made specially for us by the one and only Victor from Suket Surboards in Bali.
Thoughtfully prepared menu
We’re foodies at heart, which means we take the time to prepare thoughtful meals that both fuel and invigorate you for the day ahead. Seasonal produce, freshly picked fruit and sourdough loafs baked in-house. Everything is beautifully presented, healthy and clean. And we can easily cater to a variety of different diets (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan etc.). Big yum vibes.
Restorative Yoga
Yoga and surfing go together like peanut butter and our sourdough bread. And our resident yogi Alvin will carefully tailor his yoga practices to suit your needs. Bringing awareness both on and off the mat is his main goal. But the soothing of any post-surf sore spots and a heightened sense of wellbeing can also be expected.
Photos & drone videos
You’ll not only leave Lombok with new longboard skills but also with drone video footage and surf photos to brag about all those great waves you had and cross-steps caught on camera. The package includes all the drone videos we shoot throughout the week + 30 edited pictures from the retreat.
What surf level is required to join this experience?
This experience is aimed at surfers who can pop up consistently, catch their own waves and navigate a lineup with some confidence. For beginners, we recommend our All Year Surf & Yoga Camp or All-Year Surf & Yoga Retreat.
If you have never surfed before but still want to join the retreat, take a few classes before joining the retreat. You'll just need the basics - learn to pop up on a green wave and catch your own waves (more or less consistently). We'll have a team of instructors with us to help you with the rest.
Is this a female only retreat? Can guys join?
No, it's not a women-only retreat and we welcome everyone as long as you have the necessary surf level to join the Special Longboard Week.
What's included?
We've loaded the package with some amazing inclusions for a hassle-free holidays. Just roll-out of bed and all will be ready for you.
So what's included?
- All the activities mentioned in the schedule (daily surf, 4 video analysis, surf theory & land drill sessions, breakfasts, ice bath session, 2 yoga sessions, sunset meditation trip)
- Stay in a stunning hilltop location with ocean views
- Free shuttle to town (5-min drive)
- Meals: daily breakfasts, daily lunches, welcome & farewell dinners
- Drone surf videos
- 1 day of professional surf pictures
- Car and boat transport to surf breaks
- Board rental
- Airport transfer
What's not included?
- Flights/boats to Lombok
- Travel insurance
- Harbour transfer - if you arrive by boat and need help you with the harbour pick up, we can arrange the pick up at IDR 550,000.
- 5 dinners - only welcome and farewell dinners are included in the package. We've left some room for you to explore the town food scene:) We also have a restaurant at Xanadu Retreat should you wish to have stay in for dinner. See the menu here.
What's the max number of participants?
We limit the number of guests at 12 so don't wait too long with booking as those retreats book out really fast.
How can I book?
You can book online - select your room and the week you wish to join and we'll see you in Lombok! Click here to reserve your spot.
To secure your booking 20% deposit is required.
What meals are included?
- Hearty breakfast
- Thoughtfully created lunches
- Welcome dinner
- Farewell dinner
We also have a restaurant at Xanadu open throughout the day. See the menu here.
And if you'd like to explore the food scene in town, Xanadu Retreat is located a 5-min drive from all the restaurants and cafes in Kuta and we offer a free shuttle.
Special Longboard Week FAQ’s
We’ve selected some of the most frequently asked questions about the Special Longboard Week. More questions and answers available in the link below.
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