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Absolutely.

Our private chef will prepare nourishing meals throughout the week, and we'll gather dietary needs before the retreat. Whether you have allergies, food sensitivities, or dietary preferences, we'll do our best to accommodate them.

One of our favorite parts of retreat is lingering over beautiful meals together. We hope you'll leave feeling deeply nourished—not just by the conversations and adventures, but by the food as well.

We believe the deepest experiences happen when we're fully awake to what's unfolding, and our intention is to create an environment where everyone can be fully present - with themselves, their partner, and the experiences of the week.

For that reason, we ask guests to refrain from using recreational drugs and any heavy drinking during the retreat.

For those who do wish to drink, you will have the opportunity to purchase alcohol (and other snacks or goods that you want and need) during your grocery store stop on the way home from the airport.

Relationships don't exist in isolation.

Some of the most meaningful moments won't happen during a workshop - they'll happen around the dinner table, celebrating someone's first wave, sharing stories after a long day, or realizing another couple struggles with many of the same things you do.

There's something profoundly healing about discovering that you're not alone.

Being witnessed by others - and witnessing them in return - often helps us soften, laugh at ourselves, and grow in ways that simply aren't possible in private.

In addition, the ways we show up with our partner often show up in our other relationships. Being in a small group will allow additional opportunities for noticing ourselves and practicing what we’re learning.

We've intentionally kept this retreat small (just three couples) so the experience feels intimate, personal, and connected.

We'll create opportunities for reflection and connection throughout the week, but you'll always have agency over what you choose to share.

Some conversations will happen as a group. Others will happen just with your partner. And some will happen privately with Liz and Paul.

We believe meaningful connection grows from invitation, not obligation. You're always welcome to participate in whatever way feels authentic and supportive.

Andrés, our trusted local surf coach, works with surfers of every level - from people who have never touched a surfboard to experienced surfers looking to refine their skills.

Lessons will be intentionally kept small (typically 2–4 people) so everyone receives personalized coaching appropriate to their experience level and the conditions each day.

Whether your goal is standing up for the very first time or improving your technique, you'll be supported every step of the way.

Our hope is that you'll engage wholeheartedly with the week while also honoring your own limits.

This retreat is intentionally designed as a cohesive experience, so we encourage everyone to participate in the core activities whenever they're able.

That said, bringing your whole self into relationships requires learning to listen to your body.

If you wake up one morning needing to chill on the beach instead of surfing, or take some quiet time alone at the villa, we'll support that.

Rest assured, we'll also invite you to notice the difference between "I need rest" and "I’m feeling uncomfortable." Discomfort can be our greatest invitation to authenticity and growth. So in the spirit of this retreat, you can expect us to check in and support you in discerning what’s here and what’s needed.