Experience an adventurous surf and yoga retreat in the beautiful, unspoilt western Algarve. Our surf and yoga lodge is located between Lagos and Sagres in the pretty village of Praia da Luz, 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. Situated on the edge of the protected Vicente National Park and within walking distance from beautiful beaches makes this spot ideal for the many activities and stunning vistas the Algarve is famous for.
If you love the idea of a yoga retreat in Portugal but surfing isn’t your thing, we have a number of alternative activities to choose from: PADI certified scuba diving course, SUP – (stand up paddle-boarding) and kayaking. These guided activities are for 3 days during your retreat and are an alternative to surfing. In order to replace the surfing with one of these activities just let us know when you book or contact us for more info. These activities need to be booked in advance.
Each morning you will be guided through a nourishing Vinyasa flow practice, lead by our experienced and lovely teacher for this retreat; Susie Murray, to open the body and inspire the mind. In the evening you will enjoy a combination of restorative yin practices, ocean meditation under the stars and guided yoga nidra, meditation in rest, practices.
This retreat is available to all levels of surf and yoga abilities, including complete beginners.
This retreat includes:
- 7 nights accommodation in a surf and yoga lodge
- 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 the retreat center in Praia da Luz
- Daily surf lessons with a great local teacher (or an alternative activity from the list above)
- Surfboard and wetsuit hire
- A full body massage
ACCOMMODATION
Our Surf and Yoga Lodge has been designed for your comfort and peace of mind. Each room has a private en suite shower and opens onto terraces that enjoy direct access to the pool and sub tropical gardens. The retreat center has spectacular panoramic views across open countryside to the sea or to the Monchique Hills with amazing sunrises and sunsets. With over 5000 m2 of gardens and orchards, it is easy to maintain social distancing and enjoy our ethos of great social vibes. Located between Lagos and Sagres in the pretty village of Praia da Luz, our Surf and Yoga lodge is close to the best surf beaches and the most picturesque coastline in Europe.
Check in is from 3pm. 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
Susie Murray started practicing yoga in her late teens following an injury incurred through her dance training. The freedom and ease that she found while dancing was reawakened when she discovered yoga. She has studied and attended an eclectic array of workshops and trainings with internationally acclaimed instructors offering her the opportunity to deepen her studies in Hatha, Yin, Ashtanga, Yoga Nidra and meditation but due to her background in dance her style is deeply rooted in Vinyasa.This is reflected in her teaching which lends to the smooth choreography of her classes.
Alignment and balanced energy flow are consistent points of focus in all of Susie’s classes. Susie will cue and guide you through the practice using the breath to create and deepen an experience of fluid yoga transitions. She truly believes your breath is the key to connecting to the wholeness of who you truly are and letting go of what might be holding you back. This improves strength, conditioning and flexibility in the body.
Susie’s website: www.susiemurrayyoga.com
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 beach house. We provide all yoga equipment but if you’d rather use your own mat you are welcome to bring it with you.
