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Women’s Wellness Surf Series – 2026
Join us and Certified Surf Therapy Facilitator Mary Frandson for a unique 2-hour surf wellness experience thoughtfully designed to guide you through self-discovery, healing, empowerment, & connection, leaving you feeling enlightened, restored, strengthened, and supported.
Come for one session or immerse yourself in the full journey — Aqua Surf Instructors will also be there for surf instruction and support!
Your 2-Hour Surf Wellness Experience:
- Mindful reflection and light movement on the sand to ground & awaken the body
- Expression in the ocean (surfing or swimming with instructors)
Discover. Heal. Empower. Connect. Participate in the Surf Wellness Experience.
Program Dates & Themes
Each session will have a similar structure with a unique theme to focus our intentions on:
SELF-DISCOVERY: Return to Yourself – Saturday, May 9th (9 AM – 11 AM)
Slow down, tune in, and reconnect with yourself through reflection, awareness, and the rhythm of the ocean.📍 Santa Monica (Lifeguard Tower 28)
HEALING: Let Go & Renew – Saturday, May 16th (9 AM – 11 AM)
Let go, reset, and create space for renewal as you move through the water with intention and support.📍 Santa Monica (Lifeguard Tower 28)
EMPOWERMENT: Rise Into Your Strength – Saturday, June 20th (9 AM – 11 AM)
Build strength and confidence in the water, stepping into your power one wave at a time.📍 Manhattan Beach (El Porto Beach at Lifeguard Tower 45)
CONNECTION: Building Community – Saturday, June 27th (9 AM – 11 AM)
Share the experience, lift each other up, and cultivate meaningful connection in and out of the water.📍 Redondo Beach (Bottom of the Big Ramp, near Torrance Beach)
About Mary
Mary is a certified surf therapy facilitator, Reiki practitioner, and founder of Flow State Holistic Surf who creates ocean-based experiences rooted in healing, resilience, and connection. Her sessions are intimate, supportive, and designed to help participants build confidence and trust, in and out of the water.
Why Surf Wellness?
Whether you’re just learning to surf or already have a dedicated practice, each session offers a safe, empowering space to release fear, build confidence, and ride the waves of life together.
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Benefits & Takeaways
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Mind-Body Connection: Learn to listen to your body, cultivate resilience, and trust your own strength.
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Emotional Healing: Release fear and judgement in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment.
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Community & Sisterhood: Build lasting bonds with like-minded women who “get it.”
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Play & Empowerment: Reclaim childlike joy, explore creativity, and return home feeling renewed.
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Ocean Literacy: Gain a deeper understanding of “Mother Ocean” by feeling the waves, rhythm, and energy — beyond “just catching a wave.”
What to Bring & Logistics
Essentials:
- Swimsuit + Wetsuit (if you have one; we also have complimentary rentals)
- Reusable Water Bottle
- Towel & Warm Change of Clothes
- Hat & Sunscreen (ocean-safe preferred)
- Yoga Mat or Beach Blanket (optional — for land movement)
- A Journal and Pen
Arrival Information:
Please arrive 10–15 minutes early for sign-in and wetsuit fitting.
Parking details and beach location vary by event. Upon registering, you’ll receive all the specifics in your confirmation email.
Safety & Accessibility:
NO prior surfing experience needed — our facilitators and instructors guide you every step.
ALL LEVELS WELCOME. We can modify exercises as needed.
We’ll be near stationed LA County lifeguards — the best in the world!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do I need prior surfing experience?
No. We welcome all levels. If it’s your first time ever standing on a board, we’ll take it step by step.
What if I’m not a strong swimmer?
All activities take place in waist-to-chest-deep water. We won’t ask anyone to go beyond what feels right and safe.
What if I’m nervous about getting in the water?
No worries — your “surf sisters” will be right by your side every step of the way. We move at your pace, whether that means easing in slowly, taking breaks on the board, or just soaking up the ocean energy from the shore until you’re ready. You’re never alone out there.
Find Your Flow: Surf, Sisterhood, and Self-Care
Women’s Wellness Surf Series invite you to experience sanctuary by the sea. Whether you’re a first-timer ready to find your stoke, a mother craving a little space to exhale, or someone navigating an experience of trauma or grief, this 2-hour session is intended for anyone looking to find healing in the waves. Through mindfulness, movement, and shared intention, we gather in sisterhood to reconnect with our bodies, our stories, and the wisdom of the waves. We’ll start with mindful intention and light movement on the sand to ground and awaken the body, then dive into an expression in the ocean (surfing or swimming with instructors), leaving you feeling enlightened, restored, strengthened, and supported.
Pricing & Registration Details
Session Rate: $89 per session (2-hour experience)
What’s Included:
Full surf wellness experience (land + water)
Wetsuit & Board (surfboard or boogie board)
Guided grounding rituals and mindfulness practices
Post-session reflection circle and optional community chat
How to Register:
All registration can be done online (click above) or feel free to call us at 310-902-7737 and we will be happy to help get you all signed up.
Cancellation & Refund Policy: Full refund if canceled 72 hours prior; reschedules allowed 24 hours prior.
“I feel like almost every woman that I’ve watched become a surfer takes a new control of what they want their life to look like, in a way that they weren’t doing before. I think the world will be a better place when more women get to do that.”
-Renee Labbe
Mary Frandson, Certified Surf Therapy Facilitator
As a certified surf therapy facilitator through The Groundswell Institute, Mary’s mission is to create experiences where people can tap into the ocean’s healing energy — calling on their courage, letting go of what no longer serves them, reconnecting with their true selves, and stepping into their power to live more authentically. As a waterwoman and surfer, Mary shares the stoke and soul-spark of waves. Beyond her work in the ocean and Blue Mind spaces, she holds an MFA in Creative Writing from the New School in New York City. She’s taught English at St. Thomas University, served as an Editor for ESPN, and now writes and edit for Amplitude Magazine. Mary blends storytelling, wellness, a deep, abiding love for Mother Ocean, and making meaningful contributions to inclusive surf communities.
Website: flowstateholisticsurf.com
About Aquasurf School
AQUA SURF School’s mission is to educate, inspire, lead, and empower people to a greater sense of awareness, knowledge, health, and eco-responsibility through surfing.
AQUA SURF is based in Los Angeles and provides surfing instruction services throughout Southern California (from Malibu to San Diego). We have developed a systematic way of teaching students, training instructors, and running operations to share amazing surf sessions with our local community and visitors from around the world. As the demand for surfing continues to grow, we advance our innovations, methods, and company practices to ensure a positive, safe, and rewarding experience for everyone. We do it all while having a ton of fun — we love surfing and are grateful to share it with others daily!
