Inner Freedom. Yoga retreat with Lisa Ganster at Goodtimes Surfcamp
Gelfa, Portugal
$1,277 / 8 Days
Join Samana Surf Retreats for an eight-day Ocean Reset Retreat at KOA House, just a few steps from Playa de Somo on the beautiful Cantabrian coast.
You can look forward to a unique combination of surf coaching, video analysis, and theory, complemented by daily yoga as well as mental and emotional coaching, including nervous system regulation. It’s not just about improving your technique in the water, but also about developing greater self-confidence, inner peace, and trust in yourself—both in surfing and in life.
In a supportive and personal atmosphere by the sea, you’ll find space to unwind, recharge, push your limits, and reconnect more deeply with yourself.
In addition to surfing and group workshops, we’ll also explore the beautiful Cantabrian coast with its stunning bay near Santander. The retreat is rounded out by the lovingly prepared catering from “Cocina Colorida,” which provides us with fresh and nourishing meals every day.
Your retreat hosts:
Anni: Surf instructor, fitness and sports mental coach
Daisy: Yoga Teacher, Physical Therapist specializing in Psychosomatic Physical Therapy
The Samana Method:
At Samana, we combine surfing, yoga, mind-body practices, and mental coaching to holistically support personal growth.
The ocean has a calming yet challenging effect. Spending time in nature, moving with the waves, feeling the salt water on your skin, breathing in the fresh sea air, and stepping away from everyday life can have a deeply grounding and regenerative effect on both body and mind.
At the same time, the ocean brings emotions to the surface and invites us to step outside our comfort zone. It teaches us presence, trust, resilience, and acceptance.
Through guided, interactive workshops and personal coaching, our participants learn to manage stress more mindfully, connect more deeply with themselves, and grow both in the water and in life.
The most important facts in a nutshell:
Daily surf coaching, including video analysis and surf theory sessions
Daily yoga sessions to promote flexibility, strength, and recovery
Mental and Emotional Coaching with a Focus on Self-Confidence and Inner Strength
Regulation of the Nervous System to Support Well-Being and Inner Balance
Small group size for personalized attention and individualized support
7 nights in a quiet coastal lodging
Daily breakfast and a packed lunch, plus 3 dinners
Das KOA House befindet sich in Somo an der wunderschönen Küste Kantabriens, nur wenige Gehminuten von der Playa de Somo entfernt. Die Gegend ist bekannt für ihre langen Sandstrände, konstante Surfbedingungen und die entspannte Atmosphäre am Meer. Cafés und alle wichtigen Einrichtungen sind bequem zu Fuß erreichbar, und mit einer kurzen Bootsfahrt gelangt man über die Bucht nach Santander, der lebendigen Hauptstadt der Region. Der perfekte Ort also, um zu entschleunigen, sich mit der Natur zu verbinden und das Leben am Ozean zu genießen.
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BookDuring the retreat, you can look forward to nourishing, plant-based meals specifically designed to support an active surfing and yoga lifestyle. This includes a daily breakfast, a packed lunch for the day, and three group dinners at the house.
The meals are prepared by the wonderful catering team “Cocina Colorida,” who cook with passion, fresh ingredients, and creativity, placing special emphasis on healthy and balanced dishes.
We follow a carefully designed retreat schedule, in which each day—depending on the focus and planned activities—has a slightly different rhythm. The schedule remains flexible and can be adjusted to suit surf conditions, the group’s energy, and individual needs.
Here’s what a typical day might look like:
7:45 a.m. – Sunrise Yoga
8:45 a.m. – Breakfast & Surf Theory
10:00 a.m. – Surf Session (2 hours, including video recordings)
1:00 PM – Lunch – Recharge and fuel up for the afternoon
2:00 PM – Time to rest or explore
4:00 PM – Optional 1-on-1 coaching sessions
5:00 PM – Video analysis and feedback on surfing technique
6:00 PM – Surf mental coaching
7:30 PM – Dinner – Time to chat, connect, and share
Nearby airports such as Santander and Bilbao are easily accessible by public transportation or taxi. We can arrange a private transfer upon request.
Barrio Pinar de Arna 83, 39140 Somo, Kantabrien, SpainCancellation Policy
Cancellation by the Customer:
If you wish to cancel your reservation, please notify us as soon as possible. Refunds will be processed as follows:
The deposit is non-refundable.
If you cancel more than 30 days before the scheduled arrival date, any additional payments already made will be refunded, minus any bank or processing fees.
If you cancel 30 days or fewer before the scheduled arrival date, no refund will be issued.
In the event of a no-show or early departure, you are not entitled to a refund.
Cancellation by the Company:
If Samana cancels the retreat due to unforeseeable circumstances or if the minimum number of participants is not reached, you will receive a full refund of the amount already paid, minus any bank or processing fees.
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