8 Day Intensive Surf and Yoga Holiday in Ericeira, Portugal
Yoga and Intensive Surf Retreat in Portugal
In Omassim's vision, yoga and surfing are two wonderful full-body practices which guide you to inner peace, to a connection with your natural state and the elements, and to deep love. They believe that engaging in both can have a dynamic effect on each. Spend an amazing week of surf and yoga in Omassim Guesthouse. This mix of activity and relaxation and the healthy, home-made vegetarian food will allow you to gather inner balance and new strength. You take with yourself amazing memories and a solid foundation for further practice of surf and yoga.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- 10 surfing classes
- Wetsuit, board, and transportation included
- 6 yoga classes
- 15 min walking distance from the nearest beach – Ribeira D’Ilhas – World Surf Reserve
- 7 nights accommodation with daily breakfast
- 6 light lunches as lunch boxes and 6 dinners
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Lisbon Portela Airport (US$ 62 per person)
Accommodation
Facilities
- Gym
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Dining area
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Lounge
- Special menu request
- Yoga studio
- Tour assistance
Omassim Guest House (two houses) is an oasis of bright, homely accommodation, located in a quiet and lovely residential area in the small village of Palhais, Ericeira, with an open view over the surrounding green hills.
Omassim Gueshouse can accommodate 20 guests with two-bed, three-bed, and five-bed rooms including one bunk bed. All private, double/twin bedrooms have a private bathroom in hallway. The dining and living room are the perfect meeting point to take breakfast, read a book, or on cold days enjoy the warmth of the fireplace. You will relax and enjoy the peaceful nature, soak up the sun next to the swimming pool (not heated) in its lovely garden, or feast on the delicious vegetarian menu.
Ericeira charming Fishertown is about four kilometers south walking distance away, the next beach (Ribeira d'Ilhas) is reachable in about 20 minutes walk in the beautiful nature reserve with stunning, breathtaking views. Single occupancy is available for a supplementary charge.
Program
The objective
Your hosts believe that yoga and surfing are two powerful, full-body practices that guide you toward inner peace, a deep connection with the elements. Practicing both in harmony creates a dynamic synergy - yoga refines your focus and balance, while surfing immerses you in the raw energy of the ocean.
This week is designed to elevate your wave-riding skills through intensive surf lessons (approx. 22 hours per week), complemented by a blend of morning Vinyasa Flow and restorative post-surf yoga classes. The goal is not just to refine your technique but to cultivate a deeper awareness of movement, breath, and flow - both on the mat and in the water.
Join the professional surf course with Ericeira Wave Surf School, founded by passionate local surfers Bruno Amorin and Miguel Dias, and experience the joy of learning from skilled instructors who embody the surf lifestyle. Between sessions, embrace the healing and invigorating energy of yoga in the beautiful, serene shala, designed to support both relaxation and transformation.
Ericeira Wave Surf School offers tailored lessons for all levels, ensuring small group sessions (5 students maximum), for personalized attention. Their team, a mix of local and international surf enthusiasts, consists of certified instructors and Water Safety Specialists. Whether you're catching your first wave or refining your technique, each session blends theory and practice for the most effective learning experience.
Surfing demands focus, clarity, and a strong body - which is why your package includes six yoga classes, either invigorating morning Vinyasa or restorative evening Yin yoga. When you cultivate stillness and awareness through Yoga, you enhance your ability to move with the waves. A clear mind, a balanced body, and a fearless heart will take your surfing to the next level.
Combination of yoga and surfing
The benefits that yoga can have on surfing are far-reaching, whether it is through strength, balance, flexibility or breathing techniques. On a physical level, yoga provides important pre-board stretches and allows the body to recover faster from the surf sessions. Joints become warmer and are opened, helping you to improve your flexibility, stability, and energy. Learning how to breathe and clear your mind will help you to stay calm and relaxed and to tighten your focus, catching your best wave ever.
Yogis can also get benefit from surfing. Surfing is feeling as one with nature, feeling, and breathing with the ocean, connecting in deep respect to ride your wave in harmony. You may experience a new level of focus and intensity through surfing - there`s no reason to not give it a try.
The yoga classes
There will be 6 yoga classes depending on surfing times: Vinyasa flow morning class (no morning yoga on Saturdays) OR evening soft flow or Yin yoga class (no evening yoga on dinner-out-day).
Yoga is for everyone. You do not need to be an aficionado, nor to be in top form. Each class includes the practice of pranayama (breathing exercises), asanas (seat, posture), and savasana (relaxation at the end of the class).
The morning classes will be the Vinyasa flow, a gentle practice of Hatha yoga which focuses on the synchronization of the breath (prana) with the postures (asanas). It is a dance of the asanas always in connection with breathing to calm the mind. Let the breath be your guide to liberate your mind and increase your inner peace, harmony, love, and joy. %Practicing yoga will help to harmonize the nervous system, increase the sense of balance of body and mind, and strengthen the lymphatic system.
Traditionally, the evening classes are more soft, slow, Restorative or Yin yogis to integrate the day and prepare for a great rest for the night. Let yourself emerge into the flow of your yoga practice. Enjoy breathing, and relax deeply your body, muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, and also your mind. Let yourself lead your own breath through a class full of regeneration, recreation, and calm.
The surf lessons
There will be 10 surfing classes (approximately 20 hours/week). Wetsuit, board, transportation, and insurance are included.
Their partner's team consists of qualified teachers who are local surfers who perfectly know and master all the technical aspects of the sport. They know the region inside out and will be happy to share their knowledge and teach you how to read, surf, and enjoy the ocean at its best. How to surf safely and how to feel confident in different surfing conditions.
Please note that surfing is entirely dependent on the weather and sea conditions. Omassim will do their best to guarantee the hours of surfing experience. When the conditions do not allow you to surf at Ericeira beaches and you need to go further north or south, they ask for a small donation (approximately 5 EUR / person) to support the extra costs of transportation.
Ericeira Wave Surf School
Founded by passionate local surfers Bruno Amorin and Miguel Dias, with Ericeira Wave Surf School you will experience the joy of learning from skilled instructors who embody the surf lifestyle. Between sessions, embrace the healing and invigorating energy of yoga in the beautiful, serene shala, designed to support both relaxation and transformation.
Ericeira Wave Surf School offers tailored lessons for all levels, ensuring small group sessions (5 students maximum), for personalized attention. Their team, a mix of local and international surf enthusiasts, consists of certified instructors and Water Safety Specialists. Whether you're catching your first wave or refining your technique, each session blends theory and practice for the most effective learning experience.
Surfing is a great sport because it connects you deeply with nature, offering a unique sense of freedom and flow. It challenges both the body and mind, building strength, balance, and focus while pushing you to constantly grow. Most importantly, surfing brings a sense of joy and fulfillment, as each wave is a new opportunity for adventure and personal growth. Ericeira, a World Surf Reserve, invites you to experience world-class waves - whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced surfer. Their partner, Ericeira Waves Surf School, provides surf classes for every level.
Instructors
Lia Muczenski
In her yoga classes Lia tries to support the increase of physical flexibility and strength to transform it into inner strength, to gain trust, harmony, inner alignment and joy. She speaks fluent German, English, or Portuguese and can run classes in any of these three languages depending on the participants.
Eduardo Cunha
Eduardo is one of Omassim’s owners and he is definitely a box full of surprises. His mind is always wandering for knowledge, and so not only he replenishes your bellies with the most fulfilling dishes by being the head chef of the vegetarian/vegan kitchen, but also he is now the Kettlebell trainer in their new fitness package. He has more than 15 years experience, has had many Kettlebell trainings and specializations and his passion for fitness is what thrives him to do it everyday and passing on the message to others that your body is your temple.
Bruno Amorin
Bruno is the co-owner of Ericeira Waves surf school. He lives in São Lourenço, one of the world's surfing reserve. He's been surfing for over 30 years and teaching for over 10. Bruno is passionate about the sea and his profession.
Miguel Dias
Miguel has been coming to Ericeira since he was born, he started surfing in 1986 and his passion for this way of life was so great that in 1999 he decided to live in this beautiful village. Later, he would become co-owner of the Ericeira Waves Surf School, as a way of showing and teaching others some of his passion for surfing and nature.
Retreat location
The retreat will take place in Ericeira, Portugal. Ericeira is a mecca for surfers. This area is considered as one of the best surf spots in Portugal. There is a wide range of beach, point, and reef breaks in the immediate area suited for all levels of surfing.
Nearby places
- Bus station - 5 minutes
- Ericeira fisher town, 4 kilometers
- Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) - 30 to 40 minutes
- Ribeira dIlhas beach - 20 minutes
Unique features
Activities
- Kayaking
- Massage
- Surfing
- Swimming
- Swimming pool (indoor)
General
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Special menu request
- Yoga studio
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Omassim believes that cooking and eating are an art. That is why at Omassim, only good quality, seasonal, locally sourced fruits and vegetables are used. Seven breakfasts, 6 light lunches as lunch boxes, and 6 dinners are included in the price. Filtered water, hot water, selection of tea, selection of seasonal fruits are also included.
One evening, you will have a dinner out, for an extra charge.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
- Other dietary requirements on request
Things to do (optional)
The nature reserve is a stone's throw away with breathtaking views. You can walk to Ribamar (little village nearby) in 10 minutes, Ericeira along the coast takes about one hour. They can organize support to get a taxi to nearby sites like the Mafra palace, Sintra town (Unesco heritage), Lisbon, Cascais, and Cabo da Roca the westernmost point of Europe.
Surfing lesson
Extra surfing lessons can be arranged. Whether it's your first time or you are an experienced surfer looking for some tips, a lesson at any level can be arranged. The surfing lesson will be given by local professional Ericeira Surf School.
- 1 surfing class: 50 EUR
- 5 classes: 225 EUR
- 10 classes: 430 EUR
Other activities:
- Free use of well-equipped fitness room
- Walking along the coastline
- Mountain bike tours
- Stand-up paddle
- Sweatlodge (depending on the season)
- Surfskate
- Aerial yoga in Ericeira
- Sound journey
- Horse back riding in Mafra (not at the beaches)
Other available options
You will also enjoy many other activities in the surrounding area. The nature reserve is ideal for walking or mountain biking. The trails take you between beaches, along the cliff tops, and past famous surf spots.
Also, if you just want to lie on a nearby beach or stretch your legs, breathe the fresh Atlantic air, watch the local surf, and be surrounded by the stunning flora and fauna of Western Portugal, Omassim Guesthouse is the place to be.
Spa treatments
Omassim provides spa treatments at extra charges (60 minutes / 50 EUR):
- Ayurvedic massage
- Thai yoga massage
- Holistic massage
- Sound healing massage
- Therapeutic massage
What's included
- 10 surfing classes (approximately 20 hours / week)
- Wetsuit, board, transportation and insurance is included and can be only used during the lessons.
- 6 yoga classes depending on surfing times
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free use of well-equipped fitness room
- Yoga mats, belts, blocks, blanket is available
- 7 nights accommodation
- 7 veggie breakfast
- 6 veggie lunch boxes
- 6 veggie dinner as buffet
- Free drinking water, hot water, tea, fruits available during the day
What's not included
- City tourist tax
- Excursions
- Extra massages or treatments
- Fees from activities you take during your free time
- Flights and transports
- 1 lunch and 1 dinner
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Lisbon Portela Airport
34 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS). A direct transfer to and from this airport can be organized at an additional cost of 55 EUR per one way.
Arrival by bus
There is a regular bus from Campo Grande in Lisbon to Mafra. There is also a bus going to Campo Grande from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS).
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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