Atlantic Waves Wellness Retreat: Surf & Yoga in Portugal's Surf Capital

The retreat runs on a simple rhythm: surf, rest, eat, yoga, sleep, repeat. Most days start with a yoga class at 7 AM or a surf session, depending on the swell and the weather. After breakfast you're back in the water or off on a nature walk along the coast. Evenings bring a second session—yoga if you surfed in the morning, or vice versa—and then a dinner cooked at the house.

The yoga isn't just a token stretch. It's taught with surfing in mind: opening the chest, loosening the hips, working on balance and breath. The instructors are long-time practitioners who know what paddling does to your body, so the sequences are practical. You'll also leave with ideas for practicing on your own back home.

Surf instruction is hands-on and personal. With such small groups, the teachers can actually watch what you're doing and correct it on the spot. They're patient with beginners and can push more advanced surfers toward the next level—reading waves, choosing where to sit, refining your pop-up.

The house sits in the old town of Ericeira, a working surf town that's also a designated World Surfing Reserve. The beaches—Ribeira d'Ilhas, São Lourenço, Coxos—are minutes away. When you're not in the water, you've got free time for shopping, exploring the town, or just resting. One evening each week the group goes out to a restaurant to try local Portuguese specialities.

What's included

- 6 nights accommodation - Daily surf and yoga sessions (surfing about 3-4 hours per day) - 1 private surf lesson - Breakfast and dinner - Snacks at the beach - Nature tours and hikes - Group excursions and activities - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Free Wi-Fi

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - Optional extras (e.g., extra nights, massages) - Lunches (unless specified)