Experience an adventurous surf and yoga retreat in the beautiful, unspoilt western Algarve. Our luxury villa is located in Lagos, close to the best surf beaches and the most picturesque coastline in Europe. With over 300 days of sunshine a year this is the perfect place for an autumn retreat in the sun.
Alicia’s dynamic morning classes will be strong, energising and powerful (Vinyasa flow) with sequences designed around surf specific movement and postures to aid optimal surf performance. In the evening her calming restorative (Yin) classes will be inspiring and relaxing and for post-surf tranquility and zen.
Our experienced surf instructors are passionate about teaching surfers of all levels, from beginners to experts, with a focus on technical surf coaching. You will be in a small group lesson with other retreat goers of similar ability. Every afternoon we will head to the best location for the surf conditions, including Lagos, Sagres, Luz, Burgau and the west coast.
This retreat combines yoga and mindfulness practices with specialised surf coaching, facilitating a deeper connection and understanding of both yourself and the ocean.
Available to all levels of surf and yoga abilities, including complete beginners.
This retreat includes:
- 7 nights accommodation in a luxury villa
- Delicious, healthy and fresh local cuisine: Brunch, snacks / picnics and dinner
- Daily fresh juices and smoothies
- Twice daily yoga classes
- Transfers to and from Faro airport to your accommodation
- Daily surf lessons with great local teachers
- Surfboard and wetsuit hire
- A full body massage
ACCOMMODATION
A modern Portugese villa, with minimalistic interior design, surrounded by 2500 m2 of landscaped sub-tropical gardens. This luxury villa has a beautiful outdoor terrace, large swimming pool, heated jacuzzi, sauna, lovely indoor spaces including a lounge with a pool table, wine cellar, fully equipped gym and yoga shala. Situated in Lagos, in the Algarve, it is close to the best surf beaches and the most picturesque coastline in Europe. A great location to learn to surf, we will visit various fantastic surf breaks along the south and west coast, the villa has panoramic views across open countryside and is one hour from Faro Airport.
This wonderful villa comprises of 10 en suite, individually furnished, luxury rooms. All rooms are air-conditioned, have a private balcony or terrace, satellite TV ́s, hair dryer, safe and bathrobes. Daily housekeeping (bedrooms & bathrooms) and personal laundry service (extra charge) are standard.
The immediate surrounding area offers a full range of amenities and activities, including restaurants, bars and extensive night life. The nearby beach of Meia Praia is about 3 km away. Historic Lagos town centre is approximately 2.5 km.
Check in is from 4pm. Check out is at 10am. We will have a meet and greet once everyone has arrived at the accommodation to go over the schedule and book in massages.
HEALTHY EATING
The quality of the food on our retreats is very important to us. You will enjoy delicious, healthy meals lovingly prepared with fresh local ingredients by our wonderful chef to complement the retreat perfectly. The food will be mostly vegetarian or vegan but you can opt for meat or fresh locally caught fish if you so desire. Please include your dietary requirements in the section provided at checkout. We use organic and local produce where possible.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
WHAT TO BRING
We recommend bringing comfortable slip on shoes or sandals, sensible outdoor footwear for exploring the surrounding tropical gardens and national park, sunglasses, sun cream, a bathing suit, a sun hat and a waterproof coat.
The surfing school will provide wetsuits but if you have one that you would like to bring with you please do.
The yoga classes will take place in a wonderful bright yoga space inside the villa. We provide all yoga equipment but if you’d rather use your own mat you are welcome to bring it with you.
Additional information
| Accommodation options | £2100 (per person) – Twin or double, shared, en suite room, £2900 (per person) – Private single, en suite room |
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