Grounded in Friendship
Salty Sensations exists to connect surf community and to share priceless surf tips to help speed up progression.
Hosted by three of the best female longboard surfers in the world, these retreats are a highly unique opportunity to learn various techniques while expanding your surf community at the same time. Come for the surf, leave with friends!
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Kassia Meador
FOUNDER
A freethinker and peacekeeper, Kassia’s presence is uplifting and magnetic, the same way her movements are on a surfboard. Founder of Kassia + Surf, she nurtures surf culture and beyond through her environmental activation, healing work, and positive vibes. For the last 10 years, shes been perfecting her gift of sound bathes. For over 20 years, Kassia has been regarded as the most stylish female longboarder in the world.
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Leah Dawson
FOUNDER
A lover of all things Earth, Leah’s approach to surf is grounded in freedom of expression and dance. A co-founder of Changing Tides Foundation, she believes the ocean has great powers to connect us and fuel systemic improvements necessary for environmental and social respect. Leah has spent nearly two decades honing her skills on all types of alternative crafts in the powerful waves of the North Shore.
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Makala Smith
PROFESSIONAL. SURFER, COACH
San Clemente Local and one of the world’s top lady logger and stylists, Makala Smith offers her plethora of local knowledge and infectious spirit to the lineup. As one of Kassia and Leah’s favorite surfers, Makala’s surfing is worth coming just to see in real life! She has the best log turn in the game! Her understanding of how to maneuver big boards powerfully and her excitable spirit make her an exceptional coach and host.

Enjoy the ride

Together!

Between the Sky & the Sea
