Ocean Within - Yoga retreat with Nina Petig 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, 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.

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.

OCEAN WITHIN Immerse, feel, allow – a week in tune with the rhythm of water _____________________________________________ Autumn brings with it a special kind of softness. A time when everything becomes calmer and we can listen to our inner selves again. Ocean Within invites you to connect with the element of water, the cyclical qualities of the moon, and the creative energy of the second chakra: fluid, intuitive, and powerful at the same time. A week for emotion, devotion, movement, and being in your own natural rhythm.

The dynamic yoga sessions in the morning are oriented towards water and the moon: flowing transitions, wave-like sequences, smooth vinyasa flows, mostly based on the moon salutation, which you will also learn at the beginning of the week. You let your breath guide you and move through the flow, sometimes energetically, sometimes gently. Variations and assists support you in building trust in your body, sensing your limits, and perhaps even courageously taking small steps beyond them. The motto in the morning: feel, flow, become powerful.

The Yin Yoga sessions in the early evening are about letting go, deep inner presence, and giving space to the natural waves of your emotions. Longer poses invite you to allow softness, explore your limits, and connect with your intuition. The motto for the evening: listen inwardly, soften, receive.

The week is accompanied by playful, creative elements that nourish the second chakra: free dancing, intuitive movement impulses, partner exercises that create connection, and moments of expression without words. You may also want to take away some insights into cyclical energy (e.g., in relation to your monthly or life rhythm). Light, gentle, and free of expectations. At the end of the week, we will encounter the intense energy of the full moon and observe how it influences the water element. A special highlight will be a full moon ritual for connection, clarity, and gratitude. Together, we will create a week that supports, cleanses, liberates, and inspires, just like water itself. A week that reminds you: everything is allowed to flow. ______________________________________________________________________________ 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 are free to organize your day as you wish. At the beginning of the week, there is 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, 4910-012 Gelfa, Viana do Castelo, Portugal