For all surfers interested in yoga and for all yogis willing to learn to surf and all those who would like to try or already do both surfing and yoga. If you need comfort and pure bliss, you have found just the right place! After one week in Karma Surf Retreat, you will be able to surf for the first time standing, have improved yoga skills, and met some great like-minded people. You are going to be fit and refueled enough for everyday life back home, and take great memories with you.
Your favourite Surf & Yoga Retreat in Portugal! Whatever your favourite outdoor activity during your yoga holidays – surfing, rock climbing, hiking, mountain biking, stand up paddleboarding (SUP),… we got you covered! We offer as well discounted packages for group and family bookings and customized packages upon request.
With the surfing and yoga package you will enjoy learn how to improve your surf skills and have yoga lessons on 5 days.
Saturday is changeover day. Arrive. Breathe. Relax. Explore. There will be time to meet other participants and in the evening there will be a welcome-BBQ altogether.
Sunday is time to chill out and/or discover the surrounding cities, venues, beaches, the nature, the pool, read your favourite book or just enjoy the stunning view from our beautiful property. Those who need to be active can as well enjoy one of the many recreational activities the area offers…such as horseback riding, climbing, hiking, mountain biking, scuba diving and and and (whatever you like to do – they make it happen!). But one week of daily surfing and yoga will already be a challenging experience for your body.
Weekdays you will learn how to surf on nearby beaches and get to know beautiful places along the coastline. You will also be taught in theory of surfing, getting to know about security measures like how to read a beach, weather forecasts and right choice of material. Last but not least you will be living the surfers lifestyle!
In order to start your surfing experience relaxed and also to calm your muscles down there will be yoga classes in the morning and in the afternoon.
For all surfers who want yoga as a supplement, for all yogis who love the world of surfing and for all those who would like to get to know both or are already practicing with friends. Should it be comfortable and relaxing? Then you've come to the right place!
You will enjoy 5 days with 2 hours of surfing lessons each, which take place on the nearest beach at suitable conditions, depending on the group level and wave/weather conditions. It takes between 3 and 20 minutes, a maximum of 45 minutes. Our surf instructors are fully trained, highly qualified and very passionate about surfing. They want to pass on their knowledge and enthusiasm for surfing so that your stay becomes a very special experience.
Daily yoga, 2 x 1 hour, will support your start to the day and prepare you for the following surf course in the afternoon. Our experienced yoga teachers are fully qualified and licensed. With various yoga styles on offer, you will experience relaxing yoga moments and learn new ideas for your daily yoga training at home.
Highlights:-
Breakfast
In the morning they serve you a healthy organic breakfast (buffet), consisting of cereal, organic fruit, bread, rolls, homemade jam, milk, yogurt, typical sausages and cheeses of the region and other Portuguese delicacies. They will also serve freshly juiced juices and green smoothies made from fruit and veggies of the season. Moreover, coffee, various teas, water and fruit are at your disposal during your stay at the Karma Surf Retreat.
Lunch and dinner
At noon they arrange a delicious healthy vegetarian lunch-buffet at the villa to enjoy after your activities. On top of that, they will organize a welcome dinner (Saturday) plus a typical Portuguese seafood lunch (Wednesday). On Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday you can opt for the dinner-package to have a 3-course vegetarian dinner at the villa or prepare your own food at the kitchen.
Eating out
In case you would like to eat out, there are several restaurants nearby, including typical Portuguese, seafood, grilled chicken, snacks, pizza and sushi. For sure you will find something you like.
You have an even bigger variety of restaurants in the cities nearby in Cascais (15 minutes) or Sintra (15 minutes), if you are in Lisbon Area – Even Lisbon’s stunning culinary diversity (including vegetarian) is only 30 minutes by car and will not leave any wish unfulfilled. If you stay in Algarve then Lagos and Sagres offer plenty of good food and locations to eat out.
The following meals are included:
The following drinks are included:
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for: