Summary

A week of yoga, good food, surfing, and living right by the sea! Yanina's yoga retreat takes place at our surf camp in northern Portugal. Between energizing and relaxing yoga sessions, you can enjoy the beach right outside the door, professionally guided surf lessons, first-class meals, spacious gardens, and free time to unwind. Our camp is located right by the sea and consists of three houses that we use communally. One of these houses is reserved for our yoga retreats.

Yanina is not only a yoga teacher, but also a systemic body psychotherapist, alternative practitioner for psychotherapy, and lecturer for global learning. She has been involved in political education, bodywork, and mindfulness for over ten years and, in all her roles, aims to help people feel their own strength and walk their path with greater ease.
Her sessions are a mixture of dynamic flows and stretching Yin exercises, and since she herself is a passionate surfer, you will probably find Yanina in the water between sessions. Between yoga sessions, you can go surfing, take trips in the region, or simply relax in our gardens or on the beach and enjoy the peace and quiet.

Our two chefs will take care of your culinary needs, ensuring you have a unique vacation, and our dedicated team will make sure you have a week of well-being and relaxation in a family atmosphere. For more details about the camp, the schedule, and the meals, please visit our website.

The retreat at a glance

The most important facts in a nutshell:

Categories: Yoga Retreats, Vinyasa Yoga, Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Surfing, Detox Retreats, Active Retreats
Date: 2026-09-12 - 2026-09-19
Language(s): German
Level: Expert, Advanced, Beginner
Group Size: 9
Place: Gelfa, Portugal
Accommodation: Overnight stay included
Catering: Full board
Services: Meditation sessions during the retreat

Maximum of 9 participants

7 nights in beautiful, well-maintained double rooms. Single room occupancy available on request for an additional charge.

7x breakfast, 6x lunch, 5x three-course dinner (adapted to the yoga program)

Equipment: Mats, straps, blocks, and blankets are provided.

Yoga room with a view of the sea in our redesigned yoga house

Outdoor yoga on a wooden platform right by the sea

1x introductory surfing course included, additional course days can be booked if interested

Use of all facilities at our surf camp, including a group excursion in the region

Equipment rental for advanced surfers: boards and wetsuits for €15/day or €50/week

Coffee, tea, and snacks are available throughout the day.

Basketball, table tennis, and other sports facilities in the garden

9 yoga sessions (4x in the morning and 5x in the afternoon)

Accommodation

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, 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 sea views.

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.

Catering

The food at our camp will be one of the highlights of your vacation. Our two chefs take care of breakfast, lunch, and dinner and ensure 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.

sequence

FUNKY FLOW & YUMMY YIN The sea has this wonderful ability to instantly bring peace, space, and lightness. When we practice right by the water, something very natural happens: we arrive at ourselves. This is exactly the connection I want for our week together—to yourself, to your body, and to the people who accompany you on this journey.

Funky Flow & Yummy Yin is aimed at anyone who wants to discover yoga and movement with curiosity and joy. You don't need any special prior knowledge—just a willingness to engage in a soothing mix of activity, relaxation, and small moments of growth.

WHAT TO EXPECT I want to create an authentic, loving, and safe space that facilitates development processes and builds trust within the group. Everyone is welcome to be exactly as they are when they arrive. Before the first session, we will have a relaxed get-together so that everyone's wishes and needs can be taken into account.

Music is also very important to me because it underscores moods and cradles emotions in a hammock of sound. That's why I design an individual playlist for each session. At the end of the week, you will receive this so that you can easily integrate certain tools at home. THE SESSIONS IN DETAIL MORNINGS – FUNKY FLOW
A lively, energizing mix of flow elements, intuitive movement, light qi gong elements, gentle shaking, and little dancing moments to good beats. Every day, we'll also try out a new tool for somatic self-regulation. The Dragon Flow is often a highlight of this class, which we'll learn together step by step. At the end of the week, we'll put all the elements together for a complete Funky Flow session! It's going to be awesome! EVENING – YUMMY YIN A gentle Yin Yoga ritual to wind down: long-held positions, gentle somatic impulses, calm breathing, and plenty of time to really arrive in yourself. The focus is on relaxing, feeling, and integrating – accompanied by the sound of the waves.

WHAT YOU TAKE HOME WITH YOU In addition to beautiful memories and a slower pace of everyday life, you will take home practical self-regulation tools that you can use in your daily life. I like to call these "Inner Ocean Tools." We practice simple techniques such as shaking, tapping, humming, grounding, conscious breathing, and short meditations—small steps that calm your nervous system, release tension, and help you reconnect with yourself more quickly. You will go home with a deeper awareness, helpful exercises for your everyday life, and the confidence to use your body as a resource. And, of course, with a sense of lightness and the feeling of the ocean in your heart. ________________________________________________ Beyond the yoga retreat, the Goodtimes Camp program consists of surfing, open yoga classes for everyone, excursions, and small group events, such as a campfire. Between your scheduled yoga sessions and mealtimes, you have the opportunity to plan your day however you like. At the beginning of the week, there is a taster surfing course for anyone who would like to try this water sport. If you want more, you can book additional courses during the week or use our surfing equipment independently and jump into the water. The same applies to our yoga equipment, which is always available to you outside of the sessions.

If you feel like it, you can also explore the region, walk on the beach or hike in the Sierra D'arga, visit a regional market or take a day trip to the picturesque city of Porto.

Arrival

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 Gelfa, Viana do Castelo, Portugal

Cancellation policy

If you cancel up to 90 days before arrival, you will receive a 90% refund of the booking price.
If you cancel up to 60 days before arrival, you will receive a 80% refund of the booking price.
If you cancel up to 30 days before arrival, you will receive a 60% refund of the booking price.
If you cancel up to 14 days before arrival, you will receive a 30% refund of the booking price.
If you cancel up to 7 days before arrival, you will receive a 10% refund of the booking price.
After this, the booking is non-refundable.

In the event of cancellation ... ... up to 90 days before the start of the trip, GT will retain 10% of the trip price as a cancellation fee.
... up to 60 days before the start of the trip, GT will retain 20% of the trip price as a cancellation fee. ... up to 30 days before the start of the trip, GT will retain 40% of the trip price as a cancellation fee. ... up to 14 days before the start of the trip, GT will retain 70% of the trip price as a cancellation fee.
... up to 7 days before the start of the trip, GT will retain 90% of the trip price as a cancellation fee and thereafter 100% of the trip price. The provisions of § 9 remain unaffected by this. For further information, please refer to our cancellation policy for consumers: