Yoga and Surf Wellness Retreat in Ericeira

The retreat is hosted by Lia, a certified yoga instructor and body worker with decades of experience in dance, therapy, and yoga, and her partner Eduardo, who runs the kitchen and teaches kettlebell classes. Lia's teaching style is informed by her background in somatic experiencing and trauma healing, but sessions are accessible to all levels, from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.

Each day follows a comfortable rhythm: an energizing Vinyasa Flow class in the morning to wake up the body, breakfast together, and then a free block for surfing, exploring, or resting. Afternoons are unstructured, so you can take a surfing lesson at one of the local beaches, join a cliff walk, or just read by the pool. Evenings bring a gentle Yin or restorative class to help the body recover, followed by a buffet dinner.

What sets this retreat apart is its emphasis on creating a sustainable connection to both yoga and surfing. The surfing lessons, run by the locally owned Ericeira Waves Surf School, are tailored to your level, with a maximum of five students per instructor, ensuring plenty of attention. The yoga program is consistent, with two classes a day, but there's no pressure to attend everything—you can rest or explore if you need to.

The guesthouse itself is a bright, welcoming space with room for 21 guests in shared and private rooms. The atmosphere is friendly and familial, with staff and owners taking genuine care of guests. Many return year after year, and the food is often singled out in reviews as a highlight, with fresh, vegetarian meals that are anything but boring.

What's included

- 7 nights accommodation - 6 healthy breakfasts and 6 lunch boxes - 5 delicious veggie dinners (buffet) - 5 evening Gentle Flow/Yin Yoga classes (75 min each) - 5 morning Vinyasa Flow Yoga classes (75 min each) - 5 days of surfing classes with wetsuit, board, transportation, and insurance - WiFi connection - 3 daily nutritious meals - Free parking - Access to gym, sauna, pool

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - City tourist tax - Massages and additional spa treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Additional surf-related activities