The Resurface programme offers those with Post-traumatic stress disorder, Complex trauma and Developmental trauma an opportunity to create and regenerate psychological tools, whatever their stage of recovery. Using surfing as a core element in developing new positive resources.

"Soul People – Josh Dickson

Josh is the founder of Resurface, who create evidence-based surf therapy retreats. They provide connection, build resilience and flow, creativity and self-care – through mindfulness, group therapy, psycho-education – plus sharing the simple, immersive joy of the ocean."

By Rachel Lingham

"How surfing saved me from depression"

By Nirpal Dhaliwal

"After Loss, More Travelers Are Turning to Grief Retreats"

By Jennifer Heimlich

"What Is Ocean Therapy’s Relationship with Flow State?"

By Kathryn Bates

"Can surfing help heal emotional trauma?

Waves of happiness: finding emotional peace on a surfing and therapy group retreat in Atlantic Morocco"

By Nirpal Dhaliwal

"Rest, Reset and Repeat: The Best Mental Health Retreats Around the World

While mud scrubs and massages have their place, a new breed of retreats with a focus on mental health make a welcome addition to the world of wellness. These are our favourite."

By Grace Lee

"Ups And Downs: Can Surfing Help Your Mental Health?"

By Mr Matt Charlton

Four restorative retreats for mind and spirit

Expand all your horizons in 2025, from Norway to Wyoming

By Maria Shollenbarger

"Can you surf your way through a midlife crisis? The NHS prescribes it for staff. Now a top psychologist says it’s ideal for frazzled women. So could KATE SPICER wave goodbye to her troubles..."

By Kate Spicer

"How This Special Surfing Retreat Helped Me Overcome My Anxiety
For help with life-changing events, nothing is as uplifting as surfing – especially when it comes with added therapy."

By Harriet Quick

The Rise Of The Radical Sabbatical
Can a break from the norm actually change your life? Jenny Southan goes in search of a new direction.

By Jenny Southan