Flow & Grow. Power, Waves & Balance - Yoga retreat with Tilla Schmitz at Goodtimes Surfcamp

Our camp is located directly on the sea and consists of three detached houses surrounded by a large garden, which we use communally. One of these houses is reserved for our yoga retreats. The living rooms and gardens are versatile and there are also other sports facilities. Double rooms can also be booked as single rooms for an additional charge. There is also a suite, a detached building with its own bathroom and bathtub. Depending on the weather, time of day, and wishes of the group, the yoga sessions take place either outside right next to the rocks by the sea, on our self-built wooden platform in one of our gardens, or in our cozy yoga room with a sea view.

We also want to ensure a special vacation experience on our premises between surfing and yoga sessions. A fire pit, various outdoor sofas and canopy beds, as well as a large sports platform invite you to relax outdoors, be by yourself, or play sports. We build much of our furniture ourselves and redecorate the houses annually.

The food at our camp will be one of the highlights of your vacation. Our two chefs take care of breakfast, lunch, and dinner, ensuring a balanced, varied, regional, and diverse diet. All meals can be adapted to your dietary preferences or any intolerances you may have.

The day at Goodtimes Surfcamp starts with an extensive breakfast, which you can put together yourself at the buffet and enjoy at the breakfast table, on the terrace, or at one of our beautiful sunny spots in the garden. You can choose between sweet and savory options, some of which are complemented by freshly prepared delicacies from the kitchen. At lunchtime, there is a varied lunch buffet, and between meals, you always have the option of helping yourself to small snacks, fruit, or drinks. Our dinner is usually served in the garden with a great sea view and always consists of three courses: a soup or salad as a starter, a main course, and a dessert creation. Enjoying a convivial meal together with a view of the sunset over the sea is a relaxing way to end the day. Meals at Goodtimes Surfcamp consist of 7x breakfast, 6x lunch, and 5x dinner—for the two evenings without meals, we naturally have the right insider tips for you so that you can get to know the local cuisine a little.

FLOW & GROW - POWER, WAVES & BALANCE Yoga and Pilates Retreat

WITH FLOWING VINYASA CLASSES IN THE MORNING, MINDFUL MEDITATION AND CONSCIOUS PRANAYAMA EXERCISES, AS WELL AS RELAXED EVENING YIN SESSIONS, WE CAN LET GO OF ANY BURDENS AND RECHARGE OUR BATTERIES.
___________________________________________________ In this retreat, we want to forget everyday life for a week, detach ourselves from all the hustle and bustle, and fully arrive at this beautiful place by the sea and within ourselves. Morning Glow: Energy, Alignment, and Strength We start the day a little more quietly with a short mindful meditation or breathing exercise. This is followed by a dynamic Vinyasa Flow sequence that combines strengthening and stretching asanas with flowing movements. In the Pilates sessions, we integrate targeted exercises to strengthen the core, promote flexibility, and improve posture. This is how we start the day together and bring body and mind into harmony. Relax & Recover in the evening
In the evening, we will hold selected positions a little longer in calm Yin Yoga sequences. This practice helps us to let go on a physical, mental, and emotional level and end the day calm, relaxed, and fulfilled. A new theme every day Each day of the retreat follows a special theme that runs through meditation, pranayama, yoga, and Pilates sequences. Depending on the focus, we can practice heart openers, balance exercises, inverted poses, or arm balances, while at the same time using the power of Pilates to stabilize our core and strengthen the entire body. We are invited to explore and expand our limits. The practice is accompanied by music, mantras, quotes, or stories to help us dive even deeper into the experience.

Flow & Grow – Growing with ease Under the motto "Flow & Grow," we feel a little more ease every day and draw on new energy. At the end of the week, we return to everyday life with a good feeling of inner contentment, peace, and bliss – and perhaps we can bring back these positive feelings for a moment long after the retreat is over through the beautiful images and memories.

Our camp operates on a fixed weekly schedule, with arrivals always on Saturdays at Goodtimes Surfcamp. If you would like to arrive a day earlier or depart later, we will be happy to arrange a room for you in a small hotel around the corner. We also highly recommend starting your vacation with an overnight stay in Porto.

The nearest airport, Porto (OPO), is the largest airport in northern Portugal and is served by numerous airlines. The airport is about 50 miles from our camp. Alternatively, Vigo is also 50 miles away, and Santiago de Compostela is 93 miles away. We offer airport transfers several times a day from Porto Airport, which is the easiest way to get to our camp.
Of course, you can reach our camp even faster and more flexibly with a rental car. This also gives you the opportunity to discover the beautiful region independently and easily during your vacation. Since rental car prices can be very reasonable, it is worth getting a quote. There is also the option of taking the train from Porto to the neighboring town of Ancora.
Please let us know which travel option you choose so that we can prepare and plan your arrival. If you have any questions, please contact us in advance and we will be happy to help.

Avenida Forte do Cão 444, 4910-012 Gelfa, Viana do Castelo, Portugal