Holiday itinerary
This relaxing and reviving yoga, meditation and surf holiday is set just 3 minutes from the white-sand beaches of Corralejo. A combination of hatha yoga, beach yoga, meditation and surf lessons will ensure you return home feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and with a new-found love of surfing!
The tranquil yoga lodge although within walking distance of local cafes, supermarkets and restaurants, is tucked away in a peaceful area of Corralejo far removed from the bustling tourist areas offering you the chance to really unwind and disconnect.
The lodge has two indoor and two outdoor chill-out areas, a lovely roof terrace and a fully equipped kitchen for guests’ use. There are 3 bedrooms, two double/twins and one twin room and two bathrooms. The décor is typically Canarian with Moroccan and Indian influences giving an overall sense of calm and serenity for a truly tranquil yoga holiday experience.
Take a week out to focus on your own complete wellbeing. You will make the most of the ocean by taking surf lessons on 3 days of the holiday. The beach is also the location of Hatha yoga sessions and gentle guided meditation sessions throughout your stay. There’s even a full body massage session included in the price to really indulge yourself.
The delicious, healthy breakfasts are also a highlight with great food produced each morning to set you up for the day leaving you feeling satisfied and healthy.
In between the yoga and meditation sessions and surf classes, you can book additional massages and therapies, go cycling or simply slow down to enjoy beach life.
The fun and relaxed atmosphere, along with the warm welcome from the whole team, will allow you to really unwind and make the most of your stay in this Canarian paradise. Spend a week at this relaxing yoga and meditation lodge to refresh and revive yourself, as well as picking up the basics of the exhilarating sport of surfing.
Suitability
- Suitable for all from complete beginners to those with many years practice of yoga, meditation and surfing
- Minimum age 14 (14 - 17 year olds must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over)
- The lodge has just 3 rooms and is ideal for those looking for a good value beach yoga holiday where you can meet like-minded people, practice yoga and enjoy some beach time
Travelling Solo?
- The lodge makes a great choice for the solo traveller as you can opt to share a room with another person of the same sex for no single supplement
- Alternatively; you can book a private room for a single supplement (see the costings and extras tab for prices)
Yoga, Meditation and Surf Retreat Start Days
- Courses run on set dates throughout the year and arrivals are usually on a Saturday
- Accommodation is for 7 nights / 8 days
- Classes start on day 2 so you can arrive anytime on day 1
Yoga, Meditation And Surf Retreat Itinerary
Note: Classes start on day 2 so you can arrive anytime on day 1
Please note that the itinerary is for guidance only and may change week to week:
Day 1 – Arrival day
- Today is your arrival day, check into the lodge any-time after 2pm and take your time to explore the local area, beaches and village of Corralejo
- There is an evening yoga class on your arrival day around 7pm (or 6pm during winter)
Day 2 – Beach yoga
- Join your yoga instructor at the beach for a morning yoga session which lasts around 1.5 hours and starts between 8 and 9am
- After your yoga, head back to the lodge for a healthy breakfast
- The rest of the day is free
Day 3 – Beach yoga and guided meditation
- Head to the beach again this morning around 8-9am for a beach yoga session followed by a healthy breakfast back at the yoga lodge
- In the evening around 5.30pm, join the group for a gentle evening yoga session along with guided meditation
Day 4 – Beach yoga and guided meditation
- Start the morning with another beach yoga session followed by breakfast
- In the evening around 5.30pm focus on meditation with a guided meditation session
Day 5 – Rest day
- Start your day with a morning yoga class
- This afternoon is a rest period, so take the opportunity to relax
Day 6 – Morning yoga and meditation
- Start your day with a morning 1.5 hour yoga and meditation session around 8-9am followed by breakfast
- The rest of the day is free
- Enjoy a vegetarian dinner in the evening with your fellow guests
Day 7 – Morning yoga and evening yoga and meditation
- Today’s morning yoga session is held at the beach followed by breakfast back at the lodge
- In the evening around 5.30pm enjoy your final yoga and meditation session to end a perfectly relaxing week
Day 8 – Departure day
- After a final breakfast at the lodge, check out ready to return home feeling refreshed after a tranquil beach yoga and meditation week
guaranteed to refresh and restore your wellbeing
Each surf lesson will be approximately 4 hours per day over 3 days, normally on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday or Thursday. Please bear in mind that surf classes are held according to the tides and the best conditions for learning so you may miss a class on your scheduled day in order to get the best conditions for your surf course. This may mean that you will occasionally miss an evening yoga class, but you will always get at least 1 yoga class on surf days
About Your Yoga And Meditation Teacher
- The enthusiastic and exceptional yoga and meditation instructor Paola brings guests the highest possible level of teaching experience
- Paola specialises in Hatha yoga and meditation, you can be sure that you will be on the way to improving your wellbeing and completing your goals
- She has a wealth of experience and many years teaching and a strong belief in a holistic approach to wellbeing and the benefits of yoga and meditation
What Will I Learn In My Meditation And Yoga Sessions?
- Yoga and meditation practice will be adapted for all levels from complete beginners to advanced
- The tutor Paola will demonstrate modifications and advancements to exercises/poses and classes will be split into ability levels where necessary
- Your yoga classes will be focused on Hatha yoga
- Yoga practice will cover Asanas (physical movements), Pranayama (breathing practices), Meditation (stilling and calming of the mind & inner self) and Relaxation (complete mind, body relaxation)
- Meditation will include yoga nidra and guided meditation
- The small groups allow you to explore alignment within your pose as well as fluid movement from one pose to the next working with our teachers to deepen your practice whatever your level
- The teacher will give you one-to-one attention giving you the confidence to develop a home practice
About Your Surf School
The surf classes and courses are provided by International Surfing Association (ISA) and British Surfing Association (BSA) qualified instructors, who have spent many years on the island sharing their passion for the sport and Fuerteventura’s waves
What To Bring
- Please bring comfortable clothing you can move in easily for your yoga practice
- It can be hot in the summer months so please bring clothing that will be suitable for practicing in hot weather
- It can be cool in the evening in the winter months so please bring a long-sleeved top or light jacket
- The retreat supplies yoga mats as well as any additional equipment needed for the specific session
- When you attend your surf lessons, please bring swimwear, a beach towel and suncream. It is also recommended that you bring a bottle of water and bring a packed lunch - there is a local bakery where you can pick up delicious sandwiches
Note: In the unlikely event that the weather means beach yoga is not possible, yoga will take place at the lodge in one of the indoor chill-out areas
Treatments / Massages
- Includes a one-hour full body massage
- Massages and treatments are available and if you wish to book other treatments, your host can help you arrange this with the therapist during the week
About The Yoga Lodge Accommodation
- You’ll spend 7 nights / 8 days in the tranquil yoga lodge
- The lodge is just 3 minutes’ walk from the beach and although it is within easy walking distance to Corralejo with its bars, restaurants and cafes, it is tucked away in a peaceful location far away from the tourist crowds
- The lodge has 3 rooms, the Buddha room is a double room, the Shanti room is a double room with a single bed and the Bamboo room has two twin beds
- There are two bathrooms shared between the 3 rooms, the Buddha room shares a bathroom with the Bamboo room and the Shanti room has its own private bathroom
- Bamboo bunk room (2 share) with shared bathroom
- Buddha room (2 share double) with shared bathroom
- Shanti room (2 share double/twin) with private bathroom
- The décor is typically Canarian in style with Indian and Moroccan influences creating a unique style and ambience
- The lodge is designed to help you meet your fellow guests and there are two outdoor chill-out areas as well as a lovely roof terrace for sunbathing and an indoor chill-out area
- There is also a well equipped kitchen for guests’ use if you wish to cook your own meals and breakfasts will be served either in the kitchen or outside in one of the chill out areas
- Prices are based on 1 person in the shared bunk bed Bamboo room although you may pay extra to secure a private twin/double room for sole occupancy
- If you are travelling with a friend, you may also upgrade to a private twin/double room, see the costing and extras page for prices
- Check-in is on your arrival day after 2pm and check-out is on day 8 by 11am
Meals
- A daily healthy breakfast comprising of fruits, home-baked bread, cereals and muesli, teas and juice is served each morning (after your yoga sessions)
- You will also enjoy a vegetarian evening welcome dinner on your first night at the lodge on arrival day
- If you are vegetarian, vegan or have dietary requests these must be communicated to us at the time of booking
- Award-winning restaurants, an outstanding bakery, supermarket and cafes and bars in Corralejo are just a few minutes’ walk away
Explore the exhilarating sport of surfing, then relax and unwind with beach yoga, guided meditation sessions and indulge yourself with a full body massage all under the glorious Canarian sun on this beach yoga holiday with a difference.