Welcome to MindSwell.
Introducing MindSwell — our empowering men's Surf & Fish Retreat—a week on the seas, and under the Mexican sun, for those facing stress, burnout, grief, or trauma. Designed to help you reclaim your power, this transformative experience offers a unique blend surf lessons and fishing excursions where you can immerse yourself in the healing power of the ocean.
At MindSwell, we leverage adventure therapy in our natural settings to reset and restore your balance. If you have been struggling with life’s challenges, low energy, or just having a hard time coping, we invite you to join us to better understand how the body/mind/soul connection is essential to elevate your game.
Our community of like-minded men combine a relaxing environment with a brotherhood camaraderie on the shores of Punta Mita. Join us for this incredible week of reclaiming your strength and finding peace again in life.
we invite you to join us and reignite the light within you.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Our all-inclusive retreat is designed to handle every last detail for you. Upon arrival, our team will greet you at the Puerto Vallarta airport and take you to our private, secluded, beach retreat overlooking some of the best surf breaks on Mexico’s Pacific coast. Your home for the week will be at the luxury home of Casa Amigos— where a private beach is just steps away.
YOUR 5-DAY EXCURSION INCLUDES:
Ground transportation to/from Puerto Vallarta’s international airport.
4 nights lodging in either a private or shared room.
All food and non-alcoholic beverages on campus. All of our chef-prepared meals are locally sourced and served in the authentic family style of Mexican cooking. Alcohol and drugs are strictly prohibited onsite.
Surf Lessons and boat trips in the morning + an extra surf sessions in early evenings. We welcome all levels of surfing — new and experienced.
A full-day of offshore fishing in the Bay of Banderas
Daily Morning Energetic Flow: Yoga | Meditation | Qigong
An intensive breath work session to release stored trauma, manage grief, and return normal stress levels
Psycho-education workshops on the mind/body connection and the emotional impacts on the nervous system
A 1-hour deep tissue massage on the beach or on campus
Final night sunset dinner and bonfire on the beach
A week of bonding, friendships, and relaxation in the Mexican sun
The heart of a man is very much like the sea; it has its storm, it has its tides, and in its depths it has its pearls, too.”
vincent van gogh
LOCATED IN PUNTA BURROS
ON THE BAY OF BANDERAS
Situated on the Bay of Banderas, Casa Amigos is a private residence located at Punta Burros — home to some of the Nayarit’s premier surf breaks and fishing sites. Here, you'll find various types of marlin, sailfish, Pacific red snapper, white sea bass, mahi-mahi, and the illusive roosterfish, just to name a few.
Casa Amigos at Sunset
SINGLE & DOUBLE ROOM OPTIONS
Visit Casa Amigos Online for More Information.
Each day, family-style meals are prepared onsite by our local staff using only regional ingredients. Our agenda takes us into the vibrant town of Sayulita one evening and into the lush jungles for an afternoon hike. We spend most of our week in the peaceful natural settings that surrounds us.
SURF LESSONS & DAILY BOAT TRIPS
Our surf instructors and boat captains are all local to the Nayarit and have grown up fishing and surfing here.
Surfing is our lifestyle and is behind everything we do at The Light Within retreats. We are a team of passionate, professional surf instructors who love sharing a wave. Our crew will take care of everything you need — from board rental, board storage, transportation to/from local surf spots, and even ding repair (if needed). Check out the MindSwell team on our Team page and feel free to reach out if you have any questions about surfing.
If you regularly surf, we invite you to join us on one of our daily boat trips to chase swell. There are over a dozen local surf breaks within a short boat ride or beach walk from Punto Burros. For those who are new to the sport, learn to surf at nearby breaks with our local staff and join us when you are comfortable.
Meet David.
Our Sr. Surf Instructor, David Michael Almeida, is the owner of Surf’n Sayulita, and is passionate about changing lives through surfing! You can routinely find David teaching in either Punta Mita or Sayulita, judging a local or national competitions, or organizing a surf event for the kids. His positive attitude and radiant outlook on life make him the perfect instructor for our MindSwell retreat.
Surf therapy is a proven way to combat anxiety, depression, and anger. It reduces stress, boosts physical activity, and enhances social well-being. We know the feeling of pure happiness that comes from riding waves (las olas). Join us for this positive, life-changing experience.
If someone you know has lost their battle with mental health issues, we are here to help guide you through this unexplained tragedy and subsequent grief. We specialize in transforming lives who have lost a friend or family member to suicide.
-Andi Zemenick - Founder
The Light Within Retreats
Join us for this 5-day program underneath the Mexican sun and discover the true transformative power of the ocean.
Single Occupancy Rate: $2,495 | Double Occupancy Rate: $1,995
Reserve your spot today. Pay in full or pay $199 down with the remainder in easy, monthly installments.
We never want financial ability to be the reason someone cannot join us. That is why we offer a number of financial options — including full scholarships, early bird discounts, and gift cards. Visit our Financial Options page for more information.
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