We are a locally owned company that offers retreats exclusively in our own backyard playground. We believe that the love we share for our island gem will in turn ensure our guests a true "Kauai Experience". Soul and Sport Ventures™ and its partners
in the community know the best of what Kauai has to offer and our retreats are centered around these activities and experiences. Our eco-friendly retreats respect the island by preserving its natural beauty and serenity, which is why we have teamed up with, and are an official ambassador for Save Our Seas. This is an international Hawai‘i based non-profit organization utilizing education and research to preserve, protect and restore the world‘s oceans for future generations.

Why us?

We are a locally owned company here on the North Shore of Kauai. A combination of different elements make up the unique experience
Soul and Sport Ventures™ offers. The familiarity of our surroundings, the vast array of activities included and the people involved are just a few of the things we believe makes us so special! Our love, compassion and excitement for our island and community enables us to offer our guests a life changing experience. We at Soul and Sport Ventures™ believe that life either happens to us, or we take hold of life and live it.

Why don’t you offer retreats in other locales?

This allows us to put all our focus and energy into offering you the best of what we know. We are not just another tour company taking you to exotic locations; we live in this exotic location and will share with you in our week-long getaways the treasures and secrets of our own backyard. We do not want to just offer excursions and activities, we want to immerse you in our lifestyle, so that you leave feeling like an insider, not an outsider looking in.

What is the benefit to me to attend a retreat that is locally owned?

We know the area and the people. It’s like comparing going out to eat at a restaurant as opposed to being invited over to dinner at someone’s home, it’s very personal. From the moment you step off the plane you become a part of the family– a friend, not a tourist.

What activities are included in my retreat?

Because we are an all inclusive retreat, all activities listed on the itinerary for that particular retreat are included in your price. Depending upon what time of year it is, each retreat will focus on particular activities. For instance our October retreat will revolve primarily around surfing, because it is a great time of year for us to take advantage of it on the North Shore, but we will still have other physical activities mixed in. We will expose you to many new and sometimes challenging things, which is where the fun begins. Please look at the list of activities and retreats on the Adventure Retreats page to read some of the particulars.

What do you feel the benefits are of many different activities?

Everything we do affects us physically, spiritually, mentally and emotionally and all are uniquely intertwined. At our retreat you will have the opportunity to explore this unique connection. Through our physical activities you may at some point encounter mental obstacles. The best way to get over an obstacle is with a great group of friends. Remember without challenge we cannot grow. Growth promotes confidence and confidence increases our quality of life. Our spiritual self brings us the balance so important in our lives, particularly in times of stress and change. Meditation and yoga can help us obtain clarity and calmness, which is essential to achieve your personal best and balance in your life. This is an opportunity to learn, play, explore and above all enjoy yourself in a supportive environment that promises as much challenge as you desire. Experience the group energy, let it fuel you and take you to new places.

Where are your instructors from?

All of our instructors and guest speakers are affiliated with Kauai and live primarily on the North Shore. We feel that because the island and the community gives us so much, that the only way to give back is to incorporate the many wonderful instructors, teachers and guides that know and love the island as we do. We are allowed to live a very special lifestyle and for that we are very fortunate, which is why it is even more important to work with businesses in the community.

Because you’re activities are primarily conducted outside, is there anything you do to help protect the environment?

Our belief is that each and every person can make a difference in the world around us. This is why Soul and Sport Ventures™ has partnered with Save Our Seas, an international Hawai'i based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization utilizing education and research to preserve, protect and restore the world’s oceans for future generations. We are proud to have Captain Paul Clark join us and expose our retreat attendees to this fragile eco-system through a special hands-on program called Ocean Pulse. It is through direct exposure that the greatest impact is made. It is an opportunity to open our eyes and help get the word out about the need to protect this delicate environment. "Ina malama kakou I ke kai, na ke kai e malama ia kakou" If WE take care of the seas, the sea will take care of us.

If your retreat shows the dates from the 1st – 8th, does that mean we are there for 8 days?

Yes! That means you arrive on the 1st and leave on the 8th. This gives you seven full nights and eight days to embrace our island way of life. This allows enough time to really immerse yourself in the Kauai experience, unwind and enjoy island life.

Why do you stay in a home as opposed to a hotel?

At Soul and Sport Ventures™ we are not just interested in charging you a fee for a lot of activities and excursions. We are interested in your well being. We want you to have an experience not just a vacation. By staying in a home with people of like mind and spirit it offers up the opportunity for life to fully open up. You may be on the receiving end or on the giving end, all that matters is that you are there to make a difference in someone’s life or your own by simply being present with everyone.

What is your mantra at Soul and Sport Ventures™?

Living a full, happy and present life is our belief. There is something wonderful called the 3 Es that really puts it into plain English for us. Let me explain.

The first E is ENERGY. Energy is everything! Think about it, when you are pumped up and full of energy, how do you feel? That's right...when you are energized you naturally feel good. Some of the best ways to elevate our energy is by being grateful because is is impossible to consider all the amazing things present in your life without feeling good. Exercising and cleansing your body properly are critical tools to happiness. When our bodies are cleansed and purified, our energy naturally skyrockets. Exercise is an expression of the soul. It is a philosophy and a discipline to a much higher order of life. Meditation is your direct connection to source energy. It is the simplest way to connect with the energy that created and sustains your very existence. Consistent meditation leads to a healthier mind and body. Meditation is the ultimate tool to help purify the mind and the body to allow the light and love of your soul to shine through. Rest assured that when your soul is shining, happiness will accompany you.

The second E is EXCITEMENT. Think about doing something really exciting, like surfing, ziplining, or any other activity that meets that definition. When you choose to do something out of the norm that you consider exciting, something magical occurs. Imagine laying on the surfboard, waiting anxiously for the approaching wave and then the instructor tells you to jump up. The wave carries you forward and you feel as though you are floating, andrenaline is coursing through your veins. It’s an amazing rush! It’s the coolest five minutes of your life. You're completely alive in that moment of , which carries over into the following days. The moral: excitement (even if it's a little scary) is fun. The more fun you have, the more happiness you experience. Speaking of experience...

The third E is EXPERIENCES. Think for a moment about the greatest experiences of your entire life. What were they? A wonderful vacation? Falling in love? Making love? Getting married? The birth of a child? That perfect sunset? A moment when everything was perfectly aligned and time just stood still? Chances are that whatever moments came to mind, they were specific experiences. Great experiences create happiness, so go do something you've never done before...create amazing experiences! Each day do something to fully express your soul. Go on adventures and plan great experiences. Be a YES to life! A great life is a life of great experiences, the more you have, the more happiness you will experience. So there you have the 3 Es to Happiness - energy, excitement and experiences. What are you doing to increase your energy and to have more exciting experiences in your life? So consider the 3 Es of Happiness and focus on increasing your energy and incorporating more experiences and excitement into your life. A final thought to remember...it's not the pursuit of happiness but the Happiness of pursuit.

Here's to your Happiness... Can’t wait to see you!

All of us at Soul and Sport Ventures™

The time to live is now, the place to start is here!