FINAL SPOTS FOR OUR 2025 SURF SEASTERS EXPERIENCES IN costa rica
At A WEEK AWAKE we redefine the retreat model by curating experiences that go above and beyond what you would typically find on an ordinary surf trip. AWA was founded with a passion for empowering women through surfing and community building. We are dedicated to creating a supportive space that provides you a window into an inspiring way of living and a group of powerhouse women that no other retreat can offer.
AWA is committed to uplifting local communities, ensuring that every interaction and encounter is infused with the richness and authenticity of these special destinations. Our partners, collaborators and team members are an essential and integral part of who we are and what we do. Through the power of collaboration, we are able to expand our offerings as well as learn new tools and even more radical ways to hold space for you.
Our goal is for you to go back home rejuvenated, uplifted and with a renewed connection to the ocean, others and yourself.
That’s why we do this. That’s why we want you to do it with us.
Giulia & Mona
To create a supportive space for women
to connect and empower themselves through
surfing, adventure and community.
Hola! Here is Mona, an argentinian spirited soul embracing the freedom of jungle life, and Giulia, a wild-hearted italian seeking solace from the concrete jungle of New York. We crossed paths in the heart of Costa Rica a decade ago and despite our contrasting backgrounds, we were bounded by a shared yearning for living a simpler, more fulfilling way of life.
Our friendship blossomed against the backdrop of crashing waves and sun-kissed beaches, where every moment was a lesson in embracing the rhythm of nature. Surfing, exploring, and nurturing connections became the fabric of our shared journey, weaving a tapestry of experiences that nourished our hearts and souls.
Inspired by our own transformation, we embarked on a mission to empower other women to reclaim their passions, joy and vitality. What began as a humble virtual retreat to navigate the challenges of the pandemic evolved into AWA, a global community where women from all walks of life come together to rediscover themselves in the most breathtaking destinations imaginable.
Through immersive experiences in tropical paradises, we craft more than just a getaway—AWA became a sanctuary where women can reconnect with their passions, surrounded by a tribe of like-minded souls. We are the most grateful to be able to share waves, laughter, tears, and moments of profound growth together, surfing our brains out and reminding each other of the importance of self-care and prioritizing "ME TIME" in a world that often demands everything else.
Check out some of our guests's testimonials
This was my third trip with AWA and definitely not the last. Mona and Giulia have curated a very efficient, well-rounded experience that suits women of all ages and all levels of surfing. Apart from it being well oiled, the atmosphere and environment that they create is hard to replace. Their warmth and energy welcomes all guests. Their stoke never ceases to drive your determination for the next wave. Their laughter is contagious. Behind the scenes they partner with chefs and surf coaches that only elevate the week. I come home every time feeling cleansed in many ways. Inside and out. And always with a renewed connection to nature.
Thank you AWA for opening these beautiful spaces for us women. I’ll be back soon (obviously!).
Lissa Ziranek
I just returned home from my first AWA retreat and feel like a new woman. Mona and Giulia curated the most beautiful experience with an eye to detail that was truly impressive.
Sam Hansen
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