Situated in the sleepy seaside village Palhais-Ribamar near the Ericeira World Surf Reserve, Omassim Guesthouse is an oasis of relaxation with a homely feel. Wonder at the natural surroundings and take a break from your usual routine. They combine the elements of yoga, surfing and a delicious vegetarian food to make you feel completely relaxed and rejuvenated. The cozy 2-bed, 3-bed and 5-bed rooms offer space for up to 21 guests. They offer an extended variety of activities carefully selected to fit any needs and wishes such as surf lessons, yoga classes, sightseeings, massage and ayurvedic treatments and different sorts of retreats.
The nearest airport is the Lisbon Portela Airport. For your convenience, it is recommended that you take a cab or rent car to the Omassim Guesthouse.
The principal objective of this retreat is to take your wave-riding to a new level through intensive surf lessons in combination with a mix of daily Vinyasa Flow and restorative post-surf yin yoga classes.
Take part in the professional Surf courses and enjoy the healing and invigorating energy of practicing yoga by the ocean.
The surf classes are provided for different levels in separate groups, combining theory and practice in the most effective way.
As a complete beginner you will learn how to surf with the team from the start. Well-experienced surfers will get the chance to perfect their surfing techniques.
Riding a wave requires focus, a clear mind and a strong, lean body. That’s why the team gives you the opportunity to join additional yoga classes. If you can find your focus and clear your mind through yoga, you will progress more in your surfing skills.
This package includes
7 night accommodation
7 veggie breakfast
6 veggie lunchboxes
6 veggie dinner as buffet (one evening no dinner at the guesthouse: dinner_out (extra charge)
6 Yoga Classes depending on surfing times: Vinyasa Flow Morning Class (no morning yoga on Saturdays) OR evening soft flow or Yin Yoga Class (no evening yoga on dinner-out-day)
10 surfing classes (approx. 20 hours / week) – includes wetsuit, board, transportation and insurance
use of the well-equipped gym, saltwater pool, gardenfresh
filtered drinking water, hot water, Tea, Fruits always available during the day
free Wifi in all the facilities
bedding, bath towels and a yoga kit for your personal use (yoga mat, belt, blocks, bolster, blanket)
Please note - surfing is entirely dependent on the weather and sea conditions, the organisers will do their best to guarantee the hours of surfing experience. When the conditions not allow to surf at Ericeira beaches and you will need to go further north or south, you will be asked for a small donation (approx. 5 euro / person) to support the extra costs of transportation.
