Kirsten dropping in on her new friend. / Camilla Fuchs

Over the years, many wonderful women have attended Las Olas. While I may not remember everyone’s name, I never forget the stories they share about their lives—their remarkable accomplishments and the struggles they’ve survived to get where they are today. These women often leave me with words about their experience here, which I’ll carry forever. Like the pages of a well-loved book, I will treasure them always.

See you in the waves,
Bev

“Thank you so much for building my confidence this week. Sharing this experience with my mom was special and I enjoyed every moment.”

-Hilary, May 2024

“I wasn’t sure what I was getting into before coming here. Your retreat has blown past all of my expectations. Thank you so much for the thoughtfulness of all the details. You have curated an experience we’ll all treasure, more than surfing and waves. You bring people together in a unique, meaningful, special way. Thank you and your fabulous team for everything.”

– Erin, April 2024

“What a soul-filling, adventure-filled experience you gave us all. I am proud to say this woman is now a glee-filled girl. You have created a special place, and how fortunate are we to be able to experience it? I can’t wait to come back!”

– Ruth, May 2024

“Bev plucks us up from the busy-ness and rigors of our daily lives and drops us into this incredible playground. And as girls in a playground do–we play hard, get dirty, get bruised, hug, care for one another, and smile until it hurts. Thank you!”

– Pat, May 2024

“Thank you so much! I had an amazing adventure, and you all made it so much fun and extra special.”

– Brenda, May 2024

“Thank you for all that you do to make girls out of women! What an amazing time in Mexico with fabulous women.”

– Michelle, May 2024

“What a fantastic experience. I learned so much about myself and found a confidence I didn’t know I had. I already look forward to the next time! Thank you for providing a safe and inviting space for women to bond and learn.”

– Farah, April 2024

“It was a week of sunshine and daydreams. Loved the team!”

– Kathi, April 2024

“Thank you for the encouragement and guidance on and off the water. What an amazing and inspiring group of women. I’m leaving here believing in myself and ready for a lifetime of surfing.”

– Kirsten, May 2024

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