Mellow Waves. Yoga retreat with Sinah Brand at Goodtimes Surfcamp

Our camp is located directly by the sea and consists of several 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.

Depending on the weather, time of day, and the group's preferences, 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 the 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 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.

MELLOW WAVES ____________________________________________ Your yoga and surf retreat Since the beginning of my yoga journey and also influenced by surfing, I have been a big fan of the art of slow and simple living. Gentle waves. When you slow down, you experience moments more intensely – especially the beautiful ones. For me, this means consciously taking time and space for the things that really matter. Time for exercise—because you can, not because you have to, time for a leisurely breakfast, space to learn new things or talk to people in peace, laugh together, and share stories around the campfire. Because in the end, that's what it's all about: having as much fun as possible in life. My retreats are the best embodiment of this for me: more time to feel into asanas, time for deeper relaxation, space for exchange and connection, time for yourself and nature, time to feel every breath. Get out of your own bubble and the roles you play in everyday life and just be yourself.

In the morning, we start the day energetically with a Vinyasa Flow on our ocean-view platform. In the evening, things calm down – we flow through regenerating slow flows. Sometimes powerful, sometimes gentle – just like the waves. Always accompanied by breathing techniques to help you find your way back to natural, full breathing, as well as meditation, yoga nidra, or other relaxation techniques. Of course, there will also be hands-on, small massages, and assists if you wish. __________________________________________ Beyond the yoga retreat, our 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 organize your day completely freely. At the beginning of the week, there will be a trial 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 on your own 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.

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 a day later, please contact us and we will see if we can make that possible. 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. From Porto Airport, we offer an airport transfer several times a day for an additional fee, 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