SURF THERAPY
A journey to feeling grounded, connected & stoked!
connecting people to The ocean and community.
In collaboration with Waves of Recovery
Have you dreamed of learning how to surf?
Are you craving a community of surfers to learn and paddle out with?
Do you feel stuck in the white wash and need support elevating your self-care practice?
Are you ready to feel more at peace in and out of the water?
Holistic Surf Therapy will teach you how to surf the waves of the ocean and the waves of your emotions so that you can feel grounded, connected and confident in and out of the water.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Meet weekly with a small group to support each other, learn about mental health and surfing, and practice tools that will improve your ability to surf the waves of the ocean and waves of life. Our Surf Therapy program is built to support you in developing your own sustainable ocean practice. You will be with the same guides for the full 8 weeks where you will be met where you are at and invited to explore integrated therapy and surf goals that include: building resilience, power & voice, mindfulness, gratitude, self identity, trauma recovery, and healing our relationship with self, others, and the sea while you are also deepening your knowledge of the ocean, waves, equipment, swimming, and surfing. You will have weekly homework, videos, and surf sea-sisters/brothers to practice and incorporate what you are learning in our 2 hour weekly sessions together to create your own unique surf practice to ride these waves of life.
What you will receive
Weekly 2HR Group Surf Lesson & Education
Weekly Meditations, Yoga, Breathwork and Sound Baths to support your surf practice
A Surf Journal
A Facebook Group for community connection
FREE access to all workshops and events that Ryan & Sophie during the program
…and more!
This Program is for:
Anyone who is looking to learn how to connect with their mind, body and spirit through surfing and the ocean! Beginner surfers are welcome!
Holistic Surf Therapy is intentionally curated to welcome you and meet you exactly where you are. No surf experience required! If you are interested in diving deeper in sea-love, self-love and community, this is for you. Healing is found in the water and the waves. Surfing teaches us to be mindful, that we can be a part of something bigger than ourselves. It can be our greatest teacher in letting go, being present and having fun. Surfing is the perfect context for learning to live more mindfully or addressing fear, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief, or other daily life struggles.
Are you ready to…
Learn how to navigate the ocean’s waves & life’s waves
Embrace something new and exciting
Join a community of like-minded individuals
Build a sustainable surf and self-care practice
Your Investment is $800 for 8 weeks
FAQ
Where and when does this take place?
Time and Location TBA for 2024
Is there a start date?
Yes!
Do you provide surf boards and wetsuits if I don’t have one yet?
Yes! We have everything you need! We just ask that you show up as you are at Mother Ocean!
What if I can’t make it to one of the in-person sessions?
We understand that sometimes life happens! If you can’t make it to one of the in-person sessions, we will share the session and homework with you so that you can complete the practice in your own time.
Do I need to know how to surf?
No! This is not a program to learn how to surf. We will teach you all the basics and integrate surfing mother ocean’s waves as a metaphor for how to
How much does this program cost?
$800 paid in full for 8 sessions or $100 per week.
Are there payment plans available?
Yes! We understand that making an investment in personal growth can be daunting so we want to make it accessible to you! We have weekly payment plans available. Please reach out for more information.
Can I use my insurance?
We can provide you with a superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement!
What results can you guarantee me?
We can guarantee that you will have built a sustainable surf and self-care practice. We believe you will stoked by the end of the 8 weeks!
Your Guides
Sophie Pyne
Sophie is a Los Angeles-based holistic therapist, coach and sound healer. As someone who experienced an incredible transformation from addiction and anxiety through reconnecting with the healing powers of Mother Ocean and surfing, she has created holistic healing programs and experiences that are a custom blend of healing modalities designed to inspire connection and empowerment for people like you who are ready to own their struggles and reignite their inner spark! Sophie is known for her loving nature and ability to connect people towards authentic, joyful and empowered lives.
Ryan Carpenter
Ryan is a professional surf coach. Ryan has been surfing in South Bay for over 25 years and coaching for 8+ years. Growing up with a lifeguard as his next door neighbor, he remembers being taught how to surf and become comfortable in the water. The stoke and newfound confidence he shared forever changed Ryan’s life and has now come full circle. Sharing this stoke, holding safe space, and providing a professional level experience has become an obsession for Ryan. He spends all day reviewing surf forecasts, watching sandbars, and wind charts to find the best conditions possible for each surf client. He has spent years test-driving soft tops, playing with video equipment and other gear to soak the most teachable moments out of each and every session. It has become his passion to share this knowledge and to help foster the next generation of humble and grateful watermen.