Pura Vida Adventures

Pura Vida Adventures Surf and Yoga Retreats in Costa Rica and Bali Costa Rica surf + yoga retreats for adventurous women. This spirit is infused into every aspect of our retreats.

Join our community who support each other in surfing and in life. Our retreats draw inspiration from the Costa Rican phrase "pura vida," which, loosely translated means "enjoy life."

Before the waves:tired mind 😮‍💨, heavy heart, too many thoughts.Then you paddle out…you fall, you laugh, you try again 🏄...
23/02/2026

Before the waves:
tired mind 😮‍💨, heavy heart, too many thoughts.
Then you paddle out…
you fall, you laugh, you try again 🏄‍♀️✨
the ocean holds you, challenges you, frees you 🌊
After the waves:
a lighter soul 🤍, a calmer mind, a big smile you can’t hide.
At PVA, every ride is a transformation.
You don’t just surf… you come back to yourself.
Ready for your before & after?

🌊PVA Community Spotlight Charles (8 retreats & counting)This week we’re celebrating someone very special in our communit...
22/02/2026

🌊PVA Community Spotlight Charles (8 retreats & counting)

This week we’re celebrating someone very special in our community — Charles, who is joining us for his 8th Pura Vida Adventures retreat. 🩵

Charles surfed a ton as a teenager. It was part of who he was.
Then… life happened. Work. Responsibilities. The years rolled by.

Thirty years later, in his 50s, some friends invited him to Costa Rica for a Pura Vida Adventures retreat. He said yes but he was nervous.

Would he still have it?
Would he remember how to surf?
Would it feel the same?

Here’s what he shared:

“PVA helped me rediscover my surfing and the joy the sport brings: the activity, the people, the location.”

And wow… did he rediscover it. 🔥

Charles surfs beautifully. Powerful, confident, smooth. But what we love most isn’t just how he rides a wave — it’s how he shows up for the community.

Over the years, he’s built lifelong friendships here. Beach dinners. Sunset sessions. Early morning paddles. Chats in the lineup. He and Tierza have become surf buddies when he’s in Costa Rica — encouraging each other into waves and cheering each other on like teenagers again.

That’s what this is about.

Not just surfing.
Not just vacation.

It’s about passion that never really leaves you.
It’s about saying yes even after 30 years.
It’s about community that feels like home.

Charles, we’re so proud to have you as part of this PVA family. Here’s to wave after wave after wave. 🌊

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20/02/2026

Every story that arrives at PVA carries courage, fear, hope, and a desire for something more 🌊
Here, the ocean becomes the teacher, the waves become the challenge, and you become stronger than you ever imagined.
This is not just about surfing… it’s about reconnecting with yourself, trusting your power, and choosing growth.
Your story can start here.

Women Who Surf, meet Pura Vida Adventures 🌊For 22 years we’ve been hosting women-focused surf & yoga retreats in Santa T...
19/02/2026

Women Who Surf, meet Pura Vida Adventures 🌊

For 22 years we’ve been hosting women-focused surf & yoga retreats in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica – welcoming all ages, all levels, lots of beginners and plenty of women 50+ who decide, “I’m doing this for me.”

At our retreats you’ll:

Surf warm Pacific waves with patient, beginner-loving coaches

Move and restore with daily yoga

Share meals, laughs and “I DID IT!” moments with other women who get you

Feel safe traveling solo, with a friend, or with your partner

We’re holding a few spots in:

March 21–27 · Women’s Surf & Yoga Retreat

April 11–17 · Women 50+ Surf & Yoga Retreat

💙 Women Who Surf Experience Credit
If you join one of our retreats and use code WOMENWHOSURF at checkout, you’ll receive a $250 experience credit to enjoy during your week – think:

Rejuvenating massage

Private surf coaching session

Adventure tour (like zip-lining through the jungle)

If one of your 2026 intentions is to reclaim your joy, try something new, and surf in Costa Rica, this might be your sign.

👉 Check the carousel for photos and details, then
• comment SURF or
• send us a DM with “Women Who Surf”

We’ll reply with retreat info, pricing, and travel tips – zero pressure, just real answers so you can see if this women’s surf retreat is right for you.

Promo valid until March 31st, 2026

Day 5 and we’re having an absolute blast.There’s something magical that happens when a group of women comes together to ...
18/02/2026

Day 5 and we’re having an absolute blast.There’s something magical that happens when a group of women comes together to enjoy life.

One phrase keeps coming up again and again

“I haven’t spent a week in a long time where it was only about me.”

And that’s the real gift of this experience.A pause from responsibilities.A return to play.A reminder that joy, connection, and self-care are not luxuries they’re essential.

🤍

15/02/2026

Just listen to the joy. 🌊💛
First waves… big smiles… and that moment when it clicks and you realize—
“I LOVE this.”

There is nothing better than watching women surprise themselves in the ocean.
Cheering each other on, laughing through the wipeouts, and feeling proud after every single ride.

This is why we do what we do.
Not just surfing… but confidence, courage, friendship, and memories that stay with you long after the sun sets.

And we’re only getting started. 🏄‍♀️✨
Pura Vida magic in motion.

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What an epic first day for these amazing women 🌊✨There’s truly nothing like learning to surf at sunset… golden skies, wa...
15/02/2026

What an epic first day for these amazing women 🌊✨
There’s truly nothing like learning to surf at sunset… golden skies, warm water, and that first wave feeling you never forget.

So many waves. So many smiles.
Wipeouts → laughter → back on the board → cheering each other on.
That’s the magic of doing this together. 💛

Because learning to surf isn’t just about standing up…
it’s about courage, friendship, support, and one hell of a good time with a crew of women who’ve got your back.

And this is only Day 1. 🏄‍♀️🌅
Pura Vida energy is officially in full swing.

It’s about courage, friendship, support, and one hell of a good time with a crew of women who’ve got your back.ginnerSurfer an epic first day for these amazing women 🌊✨
There’s truly nothing like learning to surf at sunset… golden skies, warm water, and that first wave feeling you never forget.

So many waves. So many smiles.
Wipeouts → laughter → back on the board → cheering each other on.
That’s the magic of doing this together. 💛

Because learning to surf isn’t just about standing up…
It’s about courage, friendship, support, and one hell of a good time with a crew of women who’ve got your back.

And this is only Day 1. 🏄‍♀️🌅
Pura Vida energy is officially in full swing.

Happy Valentine’s Day from PVA! 💕🌊Love is in the air… and so is that salty ocean breeze.This Valentine’s Day, fall in lo...
14/02/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from PVA! 💕🌊
Love is in the air… and so is that salty ocean breeze.
This Valentine’s Day, fall in love with new waves, new friends, and unforgettable moments at PVA 💘🏄‍♀️
Whether you’re coming with your person, your bestie, or flying solo — paradise always has a spot for you.
Because the best love stories start with adventure ✨
👉 Book your next escape with us.

12/02/2026

Of course 😌🔥You don’t need a group:
you need this retreat.
Our PVA COED Retreats are for the ones who want more than a vacation:
new friends, epic waves, late nights, sunrise coffees, and real connections 🤍
Come for the surf.
Stay for the people.
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Ready to send it? 🌊✨

Girls, this one is for you.Your sign to pause, unplug and reconnect is here ✨Our Women’s Retreat in PVA is calling — a f...
10/02/2026

Girls, this one is for you.
Your sign to pause, unplug and reconnect is here ✨
Our Women’s Retreat in PVA is calling — a few magical days filled with movement, soul-filling moments, ocean energy and a sisterhood that just gets you.
Come glow, laugh, breathe, dance, and remember who you are when you’re fully in your power 🌊🧘‍♀️🌺
Spots are limited, and this experience is going to sell out fast.
👉 Save your spot now — link in bio.

06/02/2026

Single, taken, or just here for the vibes? 🌊💌
This February, fall in love with the ocean, the energy, the people, and yourself at our COED Surf Retreat.
Sunrise surf, salty hair, golden sunsets, new connections, and memories that feel like a rom-com montage 🎥✨
Whether you come with someone special or meet them here… this is your sign.
Spots are limited — don’t let this one be the one that got away.
👉 Save this, tag your surf crush, and apply now.

Dirección

Santa Teresa, Malpias, Apartado #9 Cobano Santa Teresa
Santa Teresa

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