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Surf, Yoga & Meditation Retreat

Highlights

  • Twice daily yoga sessions and evening guided meditation.
  • 4 surf lessons in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean with qualified instructors.
  • Stay in a lovely house just 10 minutes from the beach.
from £1275 pp*
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What you'll do

Overview

This 5 night surf, yoga & meditation holiday will take you far from your average daily routine to the coastal wonders of Portugal. If you have never tried surfing, it is wonderful for the mind and body - this retreat is the perfect balance of adrenaline and calm. You'll return relaxed and rejuvenated, fuelled with abundant healthy food and nurtured with meditation and calm.

This 5 night surf, yoga and meditation retreat has been thoughtfully located, just a 10 minute walk from the stunning coasts of Sintra, one of Portugal’s most revered national parks that boasts of medieval treasures, trails, coasts and cliffs.

Learning to surf during energetic adrenaline-filled surfing lessons, or improving your existing surf skills, during the day with relaxing yoga sessions in the morning and evening is the perfect combination. Not only will you return home from your surfing holiday with two newly improved skills, but your body will feel the benefit of a good cardio workout followed by deep stretching to soothe your muscles from the day’s activities.

Although you will be spoiled with 4 surf lessons, 2 daily sessions of yoga, an evening meditation, and an abundance of tasty vegetarian food that will maximize your body’s potential, your day is organised with plenty of time to relax or explore as you wish.

You don’t need to worry about meal times as  any time you want to take off to discover the area, your lunch can be made to go. The cuisine is an international blend of beloved vegetarian classics, mixed with the best regional produce the area has to offer.

Enjoy some time out during this perfect blend of yoga and meditation on the coast of Portugal while making new friends, self discoveries, and obtaining new habits that will benefit you for a lifetime.

The retreats begins on Monday and ends on Saturday, year round.

*From price based on travel for 2 people.

Please note rooms are on a sharing basis or you can select a single room.

 

Arrival

Arrive anytime between 2-10pm, and enjoy a welcome dinner at about 7:30pm

Location:
The accommodation is just a 10 minute walk from the beach, with an extensive beach along the cliffs Praia da Aguda is wild and beautiful the access is for the adventurous ones but beauty and tranquility awaits at the end of the stairs. Along the coast, 2 km each way, you will find Magoito beach and Azenhas do Mar, a beautiful and awe-inspiring village perched on the cliffs.

This location is ideal for long walks of exploration and close contact with Nature´s beauty.

We are 10 minutes drive from Sintra´s Cultural landscape, classified by UNESCO as World Heritage. Its Parks, Palaces, and Natural beauty will definitely nourish your senses and imagination.

Surf, Yoga and Meditation

The itinerary is for guidance only and is subject to change depending on the group’s needs and wishes but is typically as follows:

8:30-9:30 am: Morning yoga
9:30-10:30 am: Breakfast
10:30am-1pm: Free time to use as you wish; explore, hit the beach, have a massage
1-2pm: Lunch
2-5:30pm: Surf lessons and/or free time
5:30-6:30 pm: Evening yoga
7-8pm: Dinner
8-9pm: Guided meditation

Surfing:
The property is located in one of the most consistent surf spots within Lisbon area within an amazing amount of 60 surf spots within 50km radius.

The surf lessons are mainly held at some of the local beaches like praia grande or praia das maçãs but if the conditions are not so good here we are likely to get better conditions around the cape towards cascais coast.

The classes are suitable to all levels and the certified and highly motivated instructors will ensure a safe and fun experience.

Surf and yoga are a great combination as yoga will increase your strength, flexibility and balance which are important to learn this adventurous sport, the most important is really the fun of riding waves and spending time in the Ocean. Consider joining our Surf and Yoga Retreat for a perfect blend of exhilarating surf experiences and rejuvenating yoga practices.

Water, specially salty water has a cleansing quality and we believe that this practice together with everything else you will experience during the week help to go deeper in the detox, de-stress and recharge or body, mind and soul.

Yoga Practices
At the retreat they often practice Vinyasa Flow in the morning and Hatha, Restorative and Yin Yoga in the evenings.

Meditation Practices
There are many different meditation techniques and breathing exercises in this meditation retreats. Some that help to cultivate a sense of calm and relaxation. Others that can help to improve focus and clarity of thought, which can be beneficial in both personal and professional life. These are valuable tools that everyone can learn. Even though they can be simple, if we practice them frequently we can experience many benefits.

Nourishing Food
Diet is a very important pillar in this path of self-development. The food is an highlight for many of guests, providing good energy for our physical and mental health. With influences from around the world the plant based meals are cooked with local and mostly organic ingredients aimed at not just nourishing your body and soul but also promote healing

Healing Treatments
There are different healing treatments available.
Massage is one of the most ancient forms of healing used by humans. It helps to relax the body and mind.

 

Departure

Enjoy a delicious breakfast before checking out by 12pm and heading home relaxed, energised and with wonderful memories

What's included

Included

  • 5 nights accommodation
  • 5 delicious and healthy buffet breakfasts
  • 4 healthy and delicious lunches
  • 5 healthy and light dinners
  • 10 yoga classes
  • 4 surf lessons (equipment provided)
  • 8 guided meditation
  • 1 active meditation
  • Water and tea throughout the day
  • 1 sound journey
  • Check in any time after 2pm on day 1 and check by noon day 6

Accommodation

The House

This Portugal retreat is just a 10 minutes walk from the beach, perfectly located for awe inspiring hikes and places to discover in every direction.

The yoga and meditation studio itself is indoors, bright and fully-equipped

The house has 5 bedrooms, a spacious master bedroom which can accommodate 4 people, one triple ensuite room, and three twin rooms.

There are 4 bathrooms available (one has a jacuzzi available to everyone), a few relaxing areas and a living room with comfortable sofas to chill out and a large terrace to enjoy outside.

A garden invites you to connect to mother nature and delight with the sounds of birds and the ocean in the background.

Check in anytime after 2pm on Monday and check out by noon on Saturday

Your local host

Zarqa & Patricia

Patricia and Zarqa are both Portuguese natives with the perfect zen blend. Apart from yoga, they also have a great love and passion for surfing and find it fits perfectly with the zen in their life and connection to the ocean.

Patricia
– Patricia was born in Lisbon and went to university to pursue studies in Sports and Physical Education
– For more than 20 years, she’s been teaching people through different types of physical work, body and mind classes, and personal training
– She is a certified Fitness and Pilates Instructor and did various training courses in Asthanga, Hatha and Dynamic yoga styles
– Patricia’s classes combine exercises specially designed in flowing and a c... Read All

Patricia and Zarqa are both Portuguese natives with the perfect zen blend. Apart from yoga, they also have a great love and passion for surfing and find it fits perfectly with the zen in their life and connection to the ocean.

Patricia
– Patricia was born in Lisbon and went to university to pursue studies in Sports and Physical Education
– For more than 20 years, she’s been teaching people through different types of physical work, body and mind classes, and personal training
– She is a certified Fitness and Pilates Instructor and did various training courses in Asthanga, Hatha and Dynamic yoga styles
– Patricia’s classes combine exercises specially designed in flowing and a creative way to suit all levels
– She also works as a Zen Shiatsu Therapist with over 10 years experience; balancing people’s energy and aligning body, mind and emotions
– In 2009, she began practicing meditation daily after meeting her Spiritual Master

Zarqa
– Zarqa has long been fascinated by the knowledge of life that many different native people and ancient mystical traditions have
– The inner journey of self-development has taken him on many journeys; travelling to Osho communities and working with shamanic traditions
– In addition, he has been meeting and working with Spiritual Master Tony Samara for more than 16 years
– Zarqa is trained and certified in a very specific style of Ayurvedic massage and has been practicing since 2004

Location

The perfect location for a wellbeing holiday, your holiday home is perfectly centered by ocean, dramatic cliffs, and the Sintra National Park, with limitless possibilities for you to explore between getting the most from your surf lessons, yoga and guided meditations – just 40 minutes from Lisbon airport.

Features
– Talented and experienced hosts and teachers with an eclectic mix of yoga, Pilates, Ayurvedic massage, spiritualism and meditation studied for decades between them
– Just a 10 minute walk from the stunning coastline of Sintra
– Less than 2 kilometres from the medieval village of Azenhas do Mar
– A beautiful garden, terrace and area for al fresco dining
– Three bedrooms; one sleeping four and 2 twin rooms
– Mini gym, pool table and lounge with WiFi, underfloor heating, and comfy sofas

Nearest airport:  Lisbon

You can pre -book a transfer from Lisbon Airport, please request this at time of booking.

 

What our travellers are saying...

A fantastic retreat. The location and house and facilities are all wonderful, the food is sublime and Patricia/Zarqa are brilliant hosts. The retreat is well thought-out and balanced. Highly recommend!

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FAQs

Who is it suitable for?

There is no limit on this holiday, it is suitable for all ages and all levels
Minimum age 18 for the classes (however, under 18s are welcomed if joining their family)

I'm travelling solo - can I join?

This holiday makes a great singles holiday as it is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded people

If you are travelling solo you can book a single room or a shared occupancy room to give everyone the chance to meet and interact with fellow guests.

When can I start?

This holidays run from Monday - Saturday throughout the year
Yoga retreats are for 5 nights / 6 days
If you wish to stay for extra nights, please email to check availability for your preferred duration and we will do our best to accommodate you

What should I bring?

Please bring comfortable clothing you can move in easily for your yoga practice
It can be very warm in the summer months so please bring clothing that will be suitable for practicing in hot weather and warmer clothes for cooler nights
Don’t forget anything you may need for the beach!
Yoga mats and equipment are provided but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer

Treatments and massages

The following treatments are offered at the retreat and can be booked and paid for locally:

- Ayurvedic massage: €60 for 1 hour
- Zen Shiatsu: €80 1 hour
- Reiki: €30 30 minutes
- Aromatouch: €40 35 minutes
- Guided walks: €10 2 hours

What can I do in my free time?

There is plenty to see and do in this beautiful outdoor haven
You are only a 10 minute walk from coastal Sintra National Park
There are 2 gorgeous beaches just 2 kilometres in either direction
Picturesque cliffs complete with the perfect village to explore
Enjoy a guided walk or try your hand at surfing
Relax and book a massage

Are meals included?

All meals are included made with delicious, regional, vegetarian food.

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