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We Are All Water

Experiences that bring you back into flow.

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OUR STORY

Why Bayou Was Created

Partners Jane and Hanson are very much yin and yang, and epitomise the different qualities of water. Both have connected with water in very different ways, one focused on using water for rehabilitation, one to travel the world on adventures, but both appreciate, and value water's unique power.

They have combined their 20 years of experience to curate a collection of retreats that share their personal experiences with water, and offer something for anyone, from any background. We are all water, you just have to find the right kind for you...

Meet our team

Our Bayou family reaches far and wide, with many of our teachers placed all around the world. We are so proud of the people we work with and cant wait for you to meet them.

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CO-FOUNDER & COACH

Hanson Gerty

Hanson Gerty is a tour leader with 20 years experience of creating specialist adventures in Asia and Latin America. He is a surf coach and fully trained dive instructor, and leads many of the more yang elements of the retreats. He believes water can be an amazing tool to reinvigorate your mind and body.

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CO-FOUNDER & YOGA

Jane McCarthy

Jane McCarthy is a meditation and yoga instructor, with a background in water shiatsu and water therapy. She has been running retreats worldwide for 20 years. She decided to create a business focused on the healing element of water, bringing more balance and mindfulness into every retreat.

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SURF INSTRUCTOR

Lucy Cameron

After ditching her professional dance career in London, Lucy became a traveling yoga teacher specialising in Yoga for Surfers.

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TRAVEL GUIDE

Yohan Grafts

Yohan is a professional guide leading tours across Iceland and Scandinavia for the last 10 years. He is renowned for his knowledge of the landscape and the regions' natural history as well as a certified expert in kayaking, rock-climbing and mountain biking.

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SURF & YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Jason Bond

After 5 years living in India and studying ashtanga, Jason is back and part of our core teaching team here at Bayou.

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SURF INSTRUCTOR

Danny Aperia

After many years of working experience in several surf camps in Srilanka he knows how to meet the demands of every surf level. ranging from beginners, intermediate and advanced surfers.

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MOVEMENT TEACHER

Craig Depot

Craig studied human movement with Fighting Monkey Rootless Root. He has coined the phrase 'move like water' and encourages the incorporation of animal flow into daily practice.

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SOUND HEALER

Pria Sha

Pria has been studying the ancient art of sound healing with water for over 10 years. She will be sure to soothe you into relaxation using her singing bowl ripples.

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Water Words

Check out our blog to hear about why we love water, how it is a part of every one of our experiences, and how it can change your life for the better.

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Why Is Water So Soothing?

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Yoga by The Ocean

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Top Three Sailing Destinations

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Meet Jane McCarthy, Co-Founder of Bayou

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