OMBE Lab Surf Retreat

5 Day Surf Coaching Retreat

Dive into a transformative 5-day retreat designed for surfers ready to kick their skills up a notch, from Beginner to Intermediate levels. Under the guidance of Clayton Nienaber at the OMBE Studio on the Gold Coast, this retreat focuses on mastering the essentials of the OMBE 4 lines program. Expect to receive instant feedback on your surfing, propelling you towards an effortless, flowing style.

The Trip Details: 

• Skill Level: Adv Beginner to High Intermediate
• Dates:  March
• Location: OMBE Surf HQ, 1/6 Nuban St, Currumbin, QLD 4223
• Investment: $3500 AUD for a 5-day experience, Monday 7am to Friday 3pm.
• Availability: Limited to just 8 spots each week!

‍Retreat Highlights:

• Mastering wave reading and catching
• In-water surf coaching
• Video analysis for detailed feedback
• Proprioceptive training to enhance body awareness
• OMBE Skate training for balance and technique
• Land-based training at the OMBE HQ center
• Surfboard design workshop
• Mindset training to elevate your surfing mentally and emotionally

This retreat is packed with valuable insights and tools designed to elevate your surfing to new heights.

Week Clinic Schedule & What's Included:

‍The week-long surf clinic kicks off at 7 AM Monday, aiming to wrap up by 4-5 PM on most days. We'll conclude on Friday from 3 PM to accommodate your travel arrangements from OMBE.

Example Day Schedule:

• Morning surf session daily at beaches from Goldy to Northern NSW
• Post Surf Video Analysis
• OMBE Theory & Presentations
• 6+ hours of progression with targeted skill development
• OMBE Surf Bowl group training
• Technique focus review and warm-up
• Land-based cross-training between sessions, with video feedback

Sample Day Schedule:

• Daily Surf Session
• Video Analysis
• Surf Theory & Surfer Assessment
• Lunch Break
• Land-based surf technique training

Prerequisites:

• Competency on short or mid-length boards (under 7.6)
• Ability to catch waves, generate speed, and perform basic turns
• Comfort with paddling out in up to 3-4ft surf
• Must bring your own board
• Please note this is not a beginner surf retreat

Event Details:

‍Locations: Dive into the surf adventure at OMBE HQ, Currumbin, QLD, stretching our waves to various prime surfing spots from the lower Gold Coast to Northern NSW.

Transport: Meet us daily at the OMBE Studio in Currumbin. Together, we'll cruise in the OMBE Van to our surf destinations.

What to Bring:

• Wetsuit (consider a steamer and/or springsuit)
• Towels and snug-fit swimmers for catching waves
• Your choice of surfboard(s)
• Gym attire and skateboarding shoes for land training
• Lunch, snacks, and water (with food outlets within easy reach)

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The Fine Print (aka Cancellation Policy):

• The event does not include provisions for food, accommodation, or transport to and from our venue.
• Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are your responsibility. Treat this like a concert ticket—organize the sale of your ticket on your own since bookings are made through multiple channels, and we're unable to offer refunds. However, we're here to help with reselling and finding someone to take your spot.
• Plan Ahead: You're free to cancel or change your booking up to 30 days before your surf week begins at 8 AM.
• Last-Minute Changes: Late cancellations will require you to cover the full cost, taxes included.
• Be Insured: It's recommended to have travel insurance for your peace of mind.

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FAQs

1. Who is this retreat for?

‍This retreat is designed for surfers looking to level up their skills, from upper beginner surfers to advanced levels. It's not suitable for complete beginners.

Which Surfer Are You? The OMBE Four Lines of Surfing

• Beginner – flat lines. You’ve just started to catch unbroken waves and are learning to balance while standing up. You’re probably riding a high-volume board with low manoeuvrability.‍
• Low-intermediate – small up and down movements. You’ve got slightly better balance on your board and are trying to move up and down the wave.
• Intermediate – figure eights. You can generate enough speed to race out to the shoulder. You’re learning how to do cutbacks and bottom turns without getting too vertical.‍
• ‍Advanced – top-to-bottom figure eights. You’re harnessing the full potential of the wave, with lines extending from the bottom of the wave to the lip, allowing for more critical manoeuvres.  

2. What will I learn during the retreat?

‍Participants will dive deep into mastering wave reading and catching, receive in-water coaching, undergo video analysis for detailed feedback, and participate in proprioceptive and OMBE Skate training for improved balance and technique. The retreat also covers surfboard design workshops and mindset training to boost your mental and emotional approach to surfing.

3. What should I bring with me?

‍You'll need to bring a wetsuit (consider the season), towels, your choice of surfboard(s) suitable for your level, gym attire and skateboarding shoes for land training, and your lunch, snacks, and water. There are food outlets nearby for convenience.

4. What does the daily schedule look like?

‍Each day includes a surf session at various prime spots, group training in the OMBE Surf Bowl, technique review and warm-up, land-based cross-training, and video feedback. The program is designed to provide over 6 hours of progression with targeted skill development.

5. What are the prerequisites for joining the retreat?

‍Participants should select their week based on the OMBE Four Lines Method, be competent on short or mid-length boards (under 7.6), able to catch waves, generate speed, and perform basic turns, and comfortable with paddling out in up to 3-4ft surf. You must bring your own board.

6. How do I get to the surf locations?

‍Meet us daily at the OMBE Studio in Currumbin. From there, we'll head out in the OMBE Van to our selected surf destinations.

7. What is included in the investment?

‍The investment covers the entire 5-day experience from Monday 8 am to Friday 3 pm, including all coaching, training sessions, and activities mentioned. Note that food, accommodation, or transport to and from the OMBE venue are not included.

8. What is the cancellation policy?

‍Bookings are treated like a concert ticket; they are your responsibility and non-refundable through us. You're free to cancel or change your booking up to 30 days before your surf week starts. Late cancellations will require you to cover the full cost. We recommend having travel insurance for peace of mind.

9. Is travel insurance required?

Yes, we strongly recommend purchasing “Cancel for Any Reason” travel insurance. As a small business, we often face last-minute cancellations that we can’t replace, and we cannot afford to offer refunds in these cases. Life happens, and insurance ensures you’re covered if something prevents you from attending the retreat.

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