Not Your Typical Surf Camp in Portugal, But Maybe Just What You’re After.
Words by Adam Simpson | 26th June ‘25
If you landed here after searching surf camp Portugal, Portugal surf camp, or surf camps in Portugal, hello, and welcome to our SEO article about surf camps in Portugal, one of the most popular search terms, but are we a surf camp?
Group surf lesson on the beach
You’re probably curious about what kind of place this is. And to be honest, so are we, even after all these years. We don’t totally fit into the usual boxes.
Yes, we surf. Every day. Most mornings start early, with a strong coffee, a good breakfast, and a van full of boards heading to whichever spot is working best. We’re out for a solid three hours at the beach, with coaching that’s tailored, thoughtful, and focused, not barked at you from the shoreline.
Back at our quinta just outside of Lagos, the rest of the day unfolds: video analysis, theory sessions, maybe a massage, maybe a nap in the garden. Then yoga in the early evening, the good kind, that respects tired arms, and a big communal dinner as the sun drops. It’s a full day, but it flows. There’s always space to take a beat, to chat, to tune out, to wander.
So far, so surf camp… maybe?
Communal lunch in the sun
Here’s where we feel a bit different. There’s no rush, no one-size-fits-all, no hard sell on surfy vibes. We keep things small on purpose, because we care more about quality than quantity. We also think the inner stuff matters as much as the outer stuff, so we balance all the movement with moments of stillness, softness, and connection.
Some people call us a surf retreat. Some say we’re a yoga holiday with better waves. Some just call it “exactly what I needed.” Whatever works for you.
If you’re reading this thinking, “Well, I do want a surf camp in Portugal, but maybe with better food, more soul, and fewer people shouting about stoke”, then yeah, this might be your place.
We’ll leave it up to you to decide what to call us.
Evening yoga in the shala
A Day in the Life
Just to give you an idea of the rhythm here:
Evenings are mellow, often an early night, but not always.
Want the full lowdown on how we coach, what the sessions look like, and why we do things differently? Check out our surf page here.
Our yoga offering is just as considered, and if you're hungry to know how we eat (and why food matters here), check out what’s on the table.
Not staying with us? You can still surf with us through our dedicated surf school, designed for day visitors and folks doing their own thing nearby.
