Waves 4 Women, created by Kristen Litchfield and Erin Jones, is a nonprofit therapeutic surf program for women created and led by women. Waves 4 Women empowers women to build emotional, physical, and social wellbeing through a combination of surf instruction, women’s wellness groups, and community building.
Surfing as an empowerment tool
Learning to surf in a safe and supportive environment of reminds us that challenging experiences and adversity (in life as in the water) can provide opportunities for growth and personal development. As women learn to surf in community with other women, they recognize the inherent strengths and internal resources present in themselves. This enables them to confront and resolve challenges or struggles in their daily lives leading to a greater sense of satisfaction and wellbeing. Waves 4 Women understands that when we improve the physical and emotional health of women, we create stronger and healthier families and communities.
Values
Promoting self empowerment
Building feelings of self-worth and meaning
Creating opportunities for connection and belonging
Personal growth through challenge and adventure.
Collaboration with Nalu Souls
We are very happy to be able to support and strengthen this community by providing resources through our platform. Also, we want to organize retreats together with Wave 4 Women to strengthen the connections between all these beautiful and strong women.
Do you want to participate?
How ?
Each therapeutic surf clinic consists of the following:
- Small group surf instruction (60 minutes)
- Outdoor women’s wellness groups (60 minutes)
- A safe and supportive community of women (unlimited access)
For who ?
Women ages 18 and over who have experienced trauma, adversity, and various life stressors, which may include:
- Physical, sexual, or emotional abuse
- Depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, substance abuse
- Relationship difficulties, family stressors, loss of a loved one
WHERE / WHEN ?
7:45-10am on Saturday mornings on Folly Beach, at 5th block West.
The 2021 surf therapy season is scheduled to start June, 2021.
For more information on volunteering or participating in the surf therapy programs