7-Night Surf Yoga and Ocean Lifestyle Retreat in Arrifana

Surf yoga retreat in Arrifana, Algarve at Arrifana Surf Lodge, a seven-night immersive stay at 975 euros combining six full days of surf coaching, five yoga sessions, daily meals, accommodation and everything you need to fully live the ocean lifestyle on the stunning west coast of Portugal. Just 15 minutes from Arrifana Beach along the scenic Rota Vicentina trail, the lodge is run by Kat and Sarah, two passionate hosts dedicated to creating a space where guests feel at home, disconnect from everyday stress and embrace surfing, nature and community living in equal measure.

Life at the lodge is shaped by the rhythm of the ocean. Mornings begin with a generous breakfast before heading to the surf for the first 90-minute coaching session of the day, with spots including Arrifana and Amoreira selected daily based on conditions. Afternoons bring a second surf session, relaxation time, optional massages and the warm social energy of the lodge itself. Yoga with Simona runs Monday to Friday, integrating surf yoga, vinyasa flow, yin yoga and yoga nidra alongside meditation and pranayama to support surf progression, recovery and wellbeing. Every Wednesday a theory class and photo analysis session supports technique development. Throughout the week surf photographer Jon Barra, with over 20 years of experience, captures your best moments in and out of the water, with photos available to purchase at week’s end for 30 euros.

What’s included

🏄 6 full days of surf coaching with 2 sessions of 90 minutes each per day
🏄 Surf equipment for the full week including board, wetsuit and leash
🧘 5 yoga sessions Monday to Friday with Simona
💆 1 x 45-minute relaxation massage
🚐 Daily transport to surf spots
🍳 Breakfast every day
🥪 Packed lunch buffet every surf day
🍽️ Up to 4 evening meals per week
☕ Unlimited tea, coffee, hot chocolate and soft drinks
🍎 Fresh fruit snacks and drinks throughout the day
🛏️ 7 nights accommodation with bed linen and towels
📶 Free WiFi and accident insurance
🚗 Free pick-up and drop-off in Aljezur

The lodge

The house is spacious, social and designed for surf life, with four private rooms in twin, king or triple configurations and one large six-bed shared dorm. Guests share a fully equipped open-plan kitchen, a large lounge and two sea view terraces where meals are served when weather allows. A local supermarket and several restaurants are within walking distance.

Surf coaching

Adapted to all levels. Beginners focus on confidence, standing up and wave catching. More experienced surfers work on technique, wave selection, turns, manoeuvres and reading ocean conditions. Theory class and photo analysis on Wednesdays for additional progression support.

What you leave with

A week of genuine surf progression, restored energy through daily yoga and rest, new friendships made around shared meals and ocean days and the particular feeling of having lived fully by the sea for seven days.

We are Kat and Sarah, the hosts behind Arrifana Surf Lodge. Our vision has always been simple: to create a place where guests feel at home, disconnect from everyday stress and embrace the beauty of surfing, nature and the Algarve lifestyle. Together we believe surfing is about more than catching waves. It is about building confidence, creating friendships, embracing new adventures and making lasting memories.

Price 975 euros. Seven nights. Six full days of surf coaching. Private and shared accommodation options. Surf not included on arrival and departure days. Takes place at Arrifana Surf Lodge, Arrifana, Aljezur, Algarve.