- Mentawais, Indonesia -
10-Days of Power Surf Training in the best waves of the World
Improve your surf techniques, learn how to get barrelled + repeat
PERSONALISED COACHING WITH Rodrigo Machado
Practice on SmoothStar Surf Trainers
SURF BOARD OFFER: 50% DISCOUNT (T&C)
Your Ultimate Surf Progression Escape in the Mentawais!
Ready to take your surfing to the next level? This retreat is designed for intermediate and advanced surfers who want to charge harder, surf better, and progress faster. With world-class waves and expert coaching, you’ll unlock new skills, boost your confidence, and push your limits like never before.
Why This Retreat?
- Personalized coaching to fast-track your improvement
- A private, uncrowded surf paradise—just you and epic waves
- The perfect blend of high-performance surfing and total relaxation
Why This Location?
Forget the packed lineups of the Mentawais’ popular spots. Our hidden gem delivers powerful, consistent waves without the crowds. Whether you’re perfecting turns, linking maneuvers, or chasing barrels, this is the place to make it happen.
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WAVES in Mentawais, during the month of OCTOBER
October is an excellent time to surf in the Mentawai Islands. The swells are consistent, the water is warm, and the waves range from playful to powerful. Whether you’re refining your turns or chasing barrels, this season offers great conditions for progression.
What makes October special?
- Reliable waves with a mix of easy and challenging sections
- Fewer surfers in the lineup, so you get more waves
- Ideal conditions for improving technique and wave selection
The wave in our backyard:
- A left-hand point break with smooth take-offs
- Long rides perfect for practicing turns
- Hollow sections when the swell picks up, offering barrel opportunities
Let’s make this even better. Here are three questions to fine-tune the copy:
- Who is the primary audience—intermediate surfers, advanced surfers, or both?
- Should we highlight anything unique about the retreat experience itself, such as coaching methods or video analysis?
- Do you want to mention specific surf spots or keep it general?
Who Is This Surf Coaching Retreat For?
- You can duck dive, read waves, and ride a shortboard with at least three years of surfing experience.
- You want to sharpen your technique and improve faster.
- You’re aiming to catch barrels and land advanced maneuvers.
- You’re ready to break through mental barriers and build confidence.
- You’re open to new training methods and committed to progress.
How Our Surf Coaching Retreats Work
- We focus on helping you improve through structured coaching.
- You’ll be challenged physically and mentally but can always set your own pace.
- Rodrigo, our head coach, is deeply committed to your growth.
- Many surfers see noticeable progress as early as the second day.
Daily Schedule
- Morning body activation and Power Surf training with Rodrigo.
- Two surf sessions per day, sometimes three if the waves are good.
- Video analysis after lunch to refine technique.
- Smoothstar skate training in the morning to improve flow and turns.
- Evenings for rest and recovery.
What Is Power Surf?
Rodrigo Machado’s Power Surf method simplifies surf techniques into step-by-step training.
- Land-based drills mimic real surf movements.
- Skate training builds muscle memory.
- Mental coaching helps you push past fears and surf with confidence.


Rodrigo Machado – Surf Coach and Founder of the Power Surf Training
The Crew Rodrigo Machado – Surf Coach and Founder of the Power Surf Training Mentawai Surf Retreat Rodrigo is a Brazilian surfer and founder of the POWER SURF method. Throughout his 25-years of surfing experience, he has deepened his teachings in the art of ‘Surf Hacks’ throughout 4 major pillars that are Physical, Technical, Tactical and Psychological. The POWER SURF is born from his practices of yoga and self-knowledge, the art of breathing and meditating, natural gymnastic and capoeira acrobatic movements. Rodrigo teaches surfers looking to perform better from intermediate to advanced levels of surfing. The POWER SURF method is now practiced internationally supporting thousands of surf athletes in achieving their full potential.
RETREAT PRICE
- $US 4,790 for shared room
What’s Included?
- 9 nights of accommodation
- 3 fresh, nutrient-packed meals per day (Vegetarian/Pescatarian options)
- Healthy snacks and smoothies available all day
- Daily Power Surf training sessions
- All surf sessions recorded, with footage provided at the end of the retreat
- Experienced local surf guide and boat transfers to surf spots
- 50%DISCOUNT on a Rusty Surfboard (T&C's)
What’s Not Included?
- Flights
- Extra night in Padang
- Mentawai surfing fee
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic drinks
- Starlink internet access ($50 per person)
Dates & Itinerary
- Arrive in Padang one day before the retreat starts and stay overnight.
- Spend another night in Padang before flying out the next morning.
- Airport pickup and drop-off are arranged for you.