3 Day Fluidity Eco Yoga and Surf Camp near Porto, Portugal
Refreshing Surf and Yoga Camp in Portugal
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Take this opportunity and dive into the magic world of surf and yoga! When doing both yoga and surfing, you will discover a new natural flow within yourself and your performance. You can find fluidity in life and surf while enjoying a luxury short trip to the Ocean Lodge. Being out in the ocean can be one of the deepest and most fulfilling experiences you ever made. It is food for your soul. It can change your perspective on your life. So, be prepared and find some excitement in the ocean!
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- 2 days with surf lessons
- Total of 4 hours of surf classes
- 2 Yin yoga sessions
- All surf and yoga equipment during lesson hours
- Access to swimming pool, fitness center and sports area
- 2 nights' accommodation in beautiful Ocean Lodge
- Transport to the best surf spots
- 2 breakfast buffets
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Styles
Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (US$ 73 per person)
Accommodation
Facilities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Tennis court
- Barbeque facilities
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Luggage room / storage
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Picnic area
- Terrace
- Yoga studio
- Bicycle rental
- Board rental
- Car rental
- Convenience / grocery store
- Free bicycle
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking lot
- Outdoor shower
The resort will be your luxury home during your trip and stands out with a clean line design inside and outside. Golden Waves Surf Lodge Portugal created an interior design that is absolutely perfect for the house and the people sharing good times together. It is a very personal state of art. The lounge area with a king size sofa and plasma TV in front of the fireplace and an extra-long dining table invite to share good times together.
The beautiful garden is blessed with old pine trees and reflects the special tranquility of the natural surroundings. The common kitchen is all yours, fully equipped and ready to use. It has a lot of space, enough for everybody to share some classic cooking sessions together. Join the outdoor barbecue facilities. Several local restaurants are available within a five-minute walk from the lodge, serving typical Portuguese meals, and international dishes. The accommodation is 500 meters to the beach and is 30 minutes from UNESCO World Heritage, Porto.
The modern villa stands out with a clean line design inside and outside. To bring outdoor nature into the rooms, Golden Waves Surf Lodge used the warmest organic material in their craftsmanship which is raw wood. Sustainability never looked better. The lounge area with a king-size sofa in front of the fireplace and an extra-long dining table invites you to share good times together. The beautiful garden is blessed with old pine trees and reflects the special tranquility of the natural surrounding. You will instantly feel at peace. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and tennis / football court.
You can choose between a premium shared bedroom (shared with 4 to 6 persons), single suites, romantic double rooms, or spacious family suites all with garden views. All rooms bathrooms with amenities. To guarantee your best sleep after a day of yoga and nature, high-quality comfort mattresses and superior bed linen will be provided.
A personalized sound system is in every room to connect electronic devices and color lighting allows you to create individual ambiance however you feel like. Plenty of storage space in the wardrobe and personal safes for each guest. Your room will be soundproof and have central heating and blackout curtains. Guests can use the common kitchen area to prepare their own meals, as well as the outdoor barbecue facilities. Several local restaurants are available within a 5-minute walk from the lodge, serving typical Portuguese meals and international dishes.
Premium Shared Dorm
All the shared bedrooms provide coziness and comfort. Three or two bunk beds each suite with an exclusive bathroom for that bedroom. Garden views and fresh air. This is the economic choice while still enjoying all the luxury and pleasures of the lodge. Share company with other travelers and feel at home. There is plenty of storage space and personal safes for each guest.
All Private Rooms
Are beautiful and spacious suites with garden views, double beds, and private luxury bathrooms. The rooms feature Wi-Fi, central heating, personal safes, a sound system, blackout curtains, color ambiance lighting, and memory foam mattresses.
Program
You will arrive at Furadouro, a virgin beach paradise at one of Portugal’s most secret surf destinations, just 30 kilometers south of Porto. Surf, yoga, fluidity, fresh salty air, and Portuguese tranquility are about to begin.
Start your day catching waves and end it with a sunset yin yoga session. Best international teachers will help you on your journey in the water and on the mat.
The local professional surf instructors will be your reliable buddies in the water and promise a safe approach to this amazing watersport. Get a glimpse of the feeling, only a surfer knows.
In the evening you will relax and deepen your flexibility with fulfilling Restorative Yin yoga sessions. Golden Waves Surf Lodge Portugal has teamed up with internationally renowned yoga instructors, to connect their magic yoga style with the inspiring life by the Atlantic Ocean.
Beginner
This is a step-by-step introduction to the art of surfing. You will be shown how to understand the ocean and you will experience the first contact with the water and its energy. The surf instructors will be your reliable buddies and help you to gain confidence. Of course, you will ride your first wave and get an idea of this passion only a surfer can know.
Intermediate
The intermediate course helps you to improve your surf skills. You will build up surf fitness, increase your amount of catching waves and focus on your ocean awareness. Learn new techniques and improve old habits. Develop your own style and flow.
Your charming yoga Instructors will soothe your surfed-out body in the evenings in their guided Restorative Yin Relax and Recover practices before sunset.
Relax completely in the tasteful indoor yoga lounge.
The time between yoga can be filled with ocean walks on kilometers of empty wild beaches, professional deep tissue massages a huge treasure of culture to explore, enjoy delicious Portuguese food or simply sunbathing at the outdoor pool area with sun beds, shower, and restrooms.
If you would like to maintain your fitness routine, you can have a tennis or football match on the home court
Arrival day
- Check in from 14:00
- 18:00 Yin Yoga
First day
- 09:30 Healthy breakfast buffet
- Surf busses leave for the best spot of the day
- Surf classes until the last surfer comes happily out of the water
- Free time to explore the beach or pool, enjoy the sun, discover cultural treasures in surroundings, catch the bikes and spot flamingos in the lagoon, book a massage, or try out stand-up paddling
- 17:00 Yin yoga in the tasteful indoor yoga lounge
- 20:30 Evening activities or connect with other guests in the outdoor lounge, try out delicious Portuguese dinner at superb restaurants by the beach
Departure day
- 09:30 Healthy breakfast
- Surf busses leave for the best spot of the day
- Surf classes
- 12:00 Check-out
Instructors
Pedro Melo
Pedro will be your reliable buddy in the water while you are catching your first waves. As a passionate surfer since 30 years and professional surf instructor, certified by the Portuguese Federation of Surf, he is very experienced in the Atlantic waves and many more surf breaks around the world. He was within the best 16 surfers in Portugal in 2006 and a regional champ. Known for his powerful style in surfing, his goal is to share this precious ocean knowledge with you and to help you on your journey of surfing while sharing some of his life wisdom.
Benjamin Frayce
Dedicated yoga practitioner, he has always prioritized personal practice and learning, both for himself and for teaching. The journey through awareness and inner exploration took him far beyond the mat. He feels deeply inspired to share, helping others to discover their own healing journey through yoga, just as it has worked through him. Passionate about the traditional paths of yoga from India, this is why he teaches yoga and Indian philosophy, and why he also plays Indian classical music.
Carla Fezzi
Yoga has always been a part of her life; it was an experience that revolutionized her entire being because yoga changed the way she sees the world and the events that occur in our daily lives. Yoga has been and is a fundamental tool in her life for getting to know herself better each day, respecting oneself, honoring rhythms, accepting sensations and feelings, and observing them without judgment because everything that happens is okay.
Mariana Martins
Mariana studied Design and Marketing Management at Porto University and worked in the industry for many, many years. But that didn’t make sense to her, she needed to find a project that she could not only work, but fully LIVE. As a real local she is keen to show visitors how beautiful Portuguese culture is, as a passionate Yogi and teacher herself, it came just naturally to her to lead our Golden Waves Surf and Yoga Ressort, where she can finally unite all her knowledge, skills and love for yoga, surf and the people. You will feel it.
Location
Your surf camp will take place in Furadouro, Portugal. Just 30 kilometers from Porto by the coast is Furadouro, a picturesque seaside village nestled between endless beaches, the nature park of Maceda Pine Forest, and the Lagoon Ria de Aveiro.
The lodge is perfect for surfers as it is just a short walk to the spot Praia da Furadouro with uncrowded peaks and a great base for exploring excellent waves around. Within a stretch of 15 kilometers of coastline, there are more than 25 waves to be surfed. Bring body and mind together. Embraced by the tranquility of the Zen garden, surrounded by lush pine trees. While the birds are singing in the pine trees enjoy a relaxing yin yoga session in our beautiful yoga studio. The perfect combination, Ocean and Earth.
All year around this location receives swells, pleasant water temperatures, and 300 days of sunshine. Surf for every level, each swell and wind directions, there is always an option. The historic center has cafes, bars, nightlife superb restaurants and all you need for your catering.
Features
Activities
- Cycling
- Gym
- Hiking
- Massage
- Mountain biking
- Stand up paddle boarding
- Surfing
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Tennis court
General
- Barbeque facilities
- Beach
- Café
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Hammock
- In-room safe
- Kitchen
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Luggage room / storage
- Meditation garden
- Mini bar
- Multilingual staff
- Picnic area
- Poolside bar
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga studio
Services
- Bicycle rental
- Board rental
- Free bottled water
- Free parking
- Free toiletries
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hair dryer
- Room cleaning
Food
A healthy and rich breakfast buffet made with love is included and served in our breakfast lounge. The breakfast consists of sliced fresh local and tropical fruit, a variety of cereals, vegan raspberry oat porridge, eggs, still warm bread from the bakery with all kind of sweet spread, local cheese and ham. Fruit juices, fruit infused water, coffee, cappuccino, tea selections and soy milk. All served with a smile.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Lactose Free
- Whole food
Things to do (optional)
Additionally, free bikes are available to explore the area, E-scooter rental on the spot, Stand Up paddle tours, boat trips, and professional deep tissue massage.
What's included
- 2 nights accommodation in beautiful Ocean Lodge
- 2 breakfast buffets
- 2 days of surf lessons (total 4 hours pure surf)
- All surf and yoga equipment during lesson hours
- Transport to best surf spots
- Surf insurance
- 2 Yin yoga sessions
- Fully equipped kitchen for self-catering
- Access to swimming pool, fitness centre and sports area
- Free pick-up from local train station Ovar
- Free drinking water and teas
- Wi-Fi
What's not included
- Airport transfer 65€
- Arrival by public Transportation 5€
- Electric bikes for rent
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport
40 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport or Porto Airport (OPO). Easy and economic public transportation (5 EUR) or private transfer from and to this airport (65 EUR) is available upon request.
Free pick up from Ovar train station between 2pm and 5.30pm, detailed instructions about how to get here follow after booking
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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