Atlantic Surf & Yoga Escape in Morocco's Legendary Wave Village

The retreat runs out of Jaws Wave Surf House, a small property in Imsouane with a handful of rooms and a rooftop terrace facing the ocean. The village itself is quiet — a few seafood restaurants, some local cafés, and not much else, which is the point. You're here for the waves and the pace, not nightlife.

Surf sessions happen at the famous Imsouane Bay, where the wave is known for being one of the longest right-hand breaks in Africa. It's mellow enough that first-timers can stand up and ride, but long enough that more experienced surfers can practice linking turns. Conditions permitting, the instructors sometimes take guests to other spots along the coast between here and Taghazout. Equipment — boards and wetsuits — is provided for lessons.

The instructors are local, grew up surfing these breaks, and know the tides and conditions intimately. Groups stay small, so you get actual coaching rather than just being herded into the water. They'll adjust to your level, whether that's standing up for the first time or working on your bottom turn.

Yoga sessions happen in the evenings, usually on the rooftop or a shaded terrace. They're designed for surfers — lots of hip openers, shoulder stretches, and core work — rather than advanced flows. The goal is recovery and mobility, not a workout on top of your workout.

Meals are included: breakfast at the house, a beach lunch during surf days, and a homemade Moroccan dinner each evening. Expect tagine, couscous, fresh salads, and grilled vegetables — hearty, flavourful, and made with local ingredients. The shared dinners are one of the social highlights; you eat together at a big table and compare notes on the day.

In free time, guests wander into the village, explore the cliffs, or just read on the terrace. Some evenings include surf theory or video reviews of the day's sessions. It's structured enough to keep you progressing, loose enough to feel like a holiday.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation in private or shared room - 3 days of surf lessons with local instructors - Surfboard and wetsuit provided during lessons - 3 sunset or rooftop yoga sessions - Daily breakfast, surf lunch, and homemade dinner - Access to rooftop terrace and common areas - Free Wi-Fi throughout the surf house - Daily housekeeping - Welcome briefing and local support

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Personal expenses - Drinks beyond meals