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4 Day Yoga and Surf Camp Balance Package Retreat in Aljezur, Portugal
Villa, Urbanização Vale da Telha, Sector H26, Aljezur, Portugal
Portugal Surf Camp with Yoga Retreat
All difficulty levels
Instruction in English
Maximum 15 participants
Breakfast & dinner included
Join this trip for balancing your life and holiday with surf and yoga in a holistic environment. The Balance package gives you the perfect combination of surfing and yoga. Changing your daily routine by integrating surfing and yoga, you’ll experience the healthy complement that these two practices bring to your well-being. Great for everybody that would like to meet these two worlds of surf and yoga in a relaxing and balanced way.
Highlights
- 2 surf and 2 yoga sessions
- Surfboard and wetsuit are included during lesson hours
- Transfer included to and from the beach
- Surfboard insurance is included
- Enjoy the beach just within a short driving distance and stay in a tranquil setting
- Daily pre-breakfast snacks, brunch, and dinner will be provided
- 3 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Styles
2 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: French, German, Portuguese, Sinhalese, Spanish
Group size: Maximum of 15 participants
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
15:00
Check-out Time:
11:00
Facilities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Garden
- Lounge
- Terrace
Make yourself home in one of the six cozy bedrooms and find time to relax in the open living lounge and chill-out area. Catch the sun around the pool area in peaceful surroundings by the national park and the plants of the garden. Find space for focus in the ‘Co-Work in Paradise’ space with its own sun terrace where you can catch the sunset perfectly.
The villa is located in the Village of Vale da Telha, Aljezur. In between the two beaches Arrifana and Monte Clerigo.
The villa
Your getaway is surrounded by the Costa Vicentina National Park. Enjoy the tranquility and a nice vibe during your stay in the cozy surf and yoga retreat villa close to Arrifana, Portugal. The villa surrounded by Costa Vicentina National Park is described in three words: Sustainable, spacious, and sunny.
Sustainable
Solar panels, redesign, and reuse concept, a garden growing fresh new plants for the future farm to table.
Spacious: 6 bedrooms
From the deluxe double or shared twin room or maybe find a bit more privacy in one of the two double rooms or make yourself home in the budget room or girls' room. They have space and room for every taste and price section. It boasts the best underneath one roof, an open space, modern bathrooms, and much space for a good time. You'll find enough space to enjoy, relax, and focus.
Sunny
Seek the sun and find your favorite spot in the backyard. Underneath the shadow of the trees, at the pool, or under the sundeck. Inside is as sunny as outside with windows providing daylight inside and the sun terrace gives you space for Vitamin D during your coworking session.
The rooms
- Ensuite double room with a private ensuite bathroom and AC
- Shared twin room (shared room) with a shared bathroom and AC
- Double room with a shared bathroom
- Budget room with shared bathroom
- Shared female dorm with 5 beds in two areas and shared bathroom
Program
This trip combines surfing and yoga as a healthy complement of these two practices together. You are able to find this balance in your routine here. Meet both worlds!
Surf
The surf programs are comprehensive in that it not only includes plenty of time in the surf, but video analysis and feedback and surf theory classes. Portugal is a special destination for surfing all year round in the most scenic landscapes. Surfing in Portugal is recognized as one of the best surfing in the world from the giant waves of Nazare to intermediate and beginner waves.
You will find all types of waves from the North to the South coast of Portugal in the most scenic and breathtaking natural beaches to beaches 20 meters from the cities Lisbon and Porto. In Portugal, there will be waves for all levels at all seasons.
It’s one of the most consistent places to surf in the world. The west coast picks up most swells, which means that during the winter months, it gets big sometimes. That’s the perfect season for advanced surfers. From mid-May to October, temperatures are warmer and the waves smaller, but there will always be a spot on for every level.
The surf programs are comprehensive in that it not only includes plenty of time in the surf. Each surfing session is progressive and goal-oriented for each of the participants, during the surf session, your coach will be discussing with you how you progressed in learning that new skill.
They are careful not to mix ability levels. Therefore there will be a maximum of 5:1 student-instructor ratio at all times. This will also mean that you will never have to wait for others to keep up or feel left behind.
Yoga
Yoga complements surfing in many ways. It strengthens three main skills any beginner surfer should aim to develop in the medium run.
More information
The lesson time is usually fixed the night before, making it easier for planning. The timing depends on the best surf conditions for your level. Usually, for the Level 1 surfer, you'll use the soft tops for the first days before you can call yourself an advanced beginner and the instructor decides on you the hard tops. For level 2 and above, there is a range of hard tops which you can select from.
If you’re having your first go at surfing or have had a lesson or two in the past, you will start from the basics. The basics include an introduction to the surfboard, the surfing spot, a warm-up, a dry session on the beach explaining the basics of the pop-up and safety techniques, and then going to catch the first waves.
Your instructor brings you to the surf spot which brings the best conditions. After an effective warm-up, your surf coach will teach you and help you to improve your techniques. After a couple of hours enjoying the surf, you’ll head back to camp. You definitely have a special connection with your own board, therefore, if it’s convenient for you, they suggest that you bring your own board. There is storage space!
Your lesson is covering the case of equipment damage. Your wife / girlfriend / husband / boyfriend / child is very welcome to come along as a non surfing partner and a discount are available too. Non surfers can still enjoy all the other aspects of the package like massages, city tours, etc. If they prefer they can simply relax, unwind and enjoy the beach, and delicious food. Send an inquiry for more information and pricing.
Surfing is a fantastic family holiday activity and having kids for your surf lessons is always a lot of fun. They do have an age limit for surfing guests though; they need to be a minimum of 6 years old and accompanied by at least one participating adult. Children who require their own room are charged at an adult rate.
Portugal is one of the most consistent places to surf in the world. The west coast picks up most swells, which means that during the winter months, it gets big sometimes. That’s the perfect season for advanced surfers. From mid-May to October, temperatures are warmer and the waves smaller, but there will always be a spot on for every level.
Simply put, they stick to an upper limit of 1:5 instructor to students ratio. Also, it’s important to note that they do not mix ability levels, therefore you will feel more comfortable with your instructions. You don't need to be able to swim to learn surfing, but it's an advantage to feel confident in the water and maximize your progress and enjoyment.
They provide the equipment (surfboard and wetsuit). You only need to bring a beach towel, swimwear, and sunscreen and they recommend keeping a bottle of water with you. Please avoid highly valuable belongings (expensive cameras, laptops, etc.), even if you come with your own car or rental car.
Whether you’ve been surfing for some time or it is your first time, they manage to prepare different surf groups according to each student level. They cover 3 different surf levels; beginners, intermediates, and advanced. According to this, they offer different types of boards with different sizes and materials, soft and epoxy / fiber boards starting from 5’11 up to 9’0.
Location
Fancy waking up surrounded by the national park, driving through a landscape of cork oak woodland and olive groves, and reaching idyllic beaches all around? Then visit Surf and Yoga Portugal in the Village of Vale da Telha. Short distance to the well-known surfing beaches of Alentejo. Within, you'll find uncrowded beaches for your own.
Within a doorstep, actually directly through the door of your backyard, you'll end up in one of the various hikes in the area. If you are looking for a sweet escape to disconnect and recenter yourself, surround yourself with laid-back people, find dreamy waves of Alentejo, and enjoy a place surrounded by nature to practice yoga – Vale da Telha, Alejezur is the place to be!
The area
The region of Alentejo invites you to a ride or hike through a picturesque and diversity of landscape. Days are sunny and the culture invites you to explore.
Cork oak woodlands, sunflower fields, and olive groves in the protected nature of Sudoeste Alentejano and Costa Vicentina National Park are guiding you towards the Atlantic Coastline of Alentejo, where you arrive in the peaceful Village of Vale da Telha. A place where rocky cliffs are guiding you towards idyllic sandy beaches inviting you for a relaxing day at the beach or to get ready to catch some dreamy waves with us.
The village: Vale da Telha
The villa is situated in the village of Vale da Telha within the Sudoeste Alentejano and Costa Vicentina National Park. Through the doorstep of your backyard, you end up directly on the hiking trail toward Praia da Arrifana.
Other beautiful treks are reached within a few minutes. In a short 5 to 10-minute ride stunning roads are guiding you to one of the three main surf destinations: Praia da Arrifana, Praia de Monte Clerigom, and Praia da Amoreira. 10 minutes apart, arrive in the Village of Aljezur, the home of eco-friendly cafes and shops.
Sudoeste Alentejano and Costa Vicentina National Park
They are located right in front of the coastline of Sudoeste Alentejano and Costa Vicentina National Park – known as one of the most stunning coastlines in Europe. The national park itself offers you peaceful and isolated treks as a hiking paradise in front of your doorstep. Wild nature, unexplored path, and a protected nature is awaiting you.
Following those treks by walking or car, you will reach idyllic beaches surrounded by cliffs and nature. Many bird species can be spotted and as one of the last places in Europe, you can be lucky to spot a otter in its natural environment.
Beaches
Praia da Arrifana, Praia de Monte Clerigo, and Praia da Amoreira are just a few steps driving away from the villa. Within a little longer ride, you are reaching other surfing beaches. Catch unforgettable waves and live your magic surf moment in the refreshing deep blue.
The summer waves tend to be smaller than the winter waves. This is why it makes the summer months ideal for beginners and intermediates, and the winter for the more advanced surfers chasing the bigger waves.
Portugal Southwest Coast, one of the best preserved and most stunning in Portugal and even in Europe, offers a field of exploration open to the ocean and respectful of the natural and human environment. From hiking along the trails to discovering side roads inland, you will find your happiness on this wildest and least explored coast.
This spread coast has wide and wild beaches with dunes and cliffs where you can observe big Atlantic waves breaking. If you share the same adventurous spirit, be sure to love the activities and landscapes of this part of Portugal.
Few surf breaks are known in the Costa Vicentina. But the best-known meeting point for seasoned surfers is Arrifana Beach; they come from all over to challenge the waves. Those who are curious about surfing and bodyboarding also have their place there, as do those who just want to nap, read, or contemplate the landscape.
Surf conditions
Surf spot:
Aljezur
Monthly wave size
Monthly water temperature
Food
Meals will be created and planned according to local fresh produce of the area; all meals are plant-based and are included in all the packages. You can await food creations by your beloved breakfast and dinner chefs; vegetarian and vegan, from farm to table.
- Vegan and veggie: Experience many different vegan and veggie breakfast and dinner menus, and taste all the colors of mother nature; you will experience many different vegan and vegetarian breakfast and dinner menus
- Regional: Veggies and fruits come directly from their own garden or are provided by the surroundings, neighbors, or regional farmers
- Homemade: Freshly cooked, prepared with lots of care and baked with a lot of love
- Balanced: Following a holistic diet and enjoying a delicious and healthy food selection throughout your stay
- Daily Breakfast
- Daily Brunch & Dinner (except Saturday)
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Other dietary requirements on request
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
You can book additional yoga and surf sessions onsite, as well as special yoga events.
Spa treatments
Massages can be booked additionally onsite.
What's included
- 2 surf sessions
- Surf board and wetsuit during lesson hours
- 2 yoga sessions
- Daily Breakfast
- Daily Brunch (Except Saturdays)
- Daily Dinner (Except Saturdays)
- 3 nights accommodation
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Workshop and sound healing
- Personal expenses
- Additional activities
How to get there
Recommended Airports
FAO
Faro Airport
84 km
Transfer not provided
LIS
Lisbon Portela Airport
164 km
Transfer not provided
Arrive by car
If you want to be independent, there are numerous car hire companies at Faro Airport. With prices starting from around 30 EUR a day, this is a good option if you’re staying longer and want to do some exploring. To make it more sustainable, share your rides on BlaBlaCar App.
Arrival by bus
There is a shuttle bus that will take you from the airport to Lagos from 15 EUR when booked at least 72 hours in advance. The shuttle bus can drop you at Lagos bus station, where there is also a taxi rank or you can find shared rides with BlaBlaCar from there. Prices of the local buses are:
- Lagos to Aljezur: 4.65 EUR
- Aljezur to Vale da Telha: 2.60 EUR
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% 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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