The Balanced Surfer - Guincho Wayra House - Yoga|Kite|Surf|SUP|Rock Clim in Cascais, Portugal

Surf camp package

Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

What is included:

7 NIGHTS + 6 YOGA CLASSES + 6 SURF LESSONS

PROGRAM: Come and learn the coolest water sport in our challenging Atlantic Ocean. Our instructors are well known for their motivation and desire to teach you everything about surfing, the waves, dangers, tides, attitude and the perfect take off, in order to have the best waves during your holidays.

We want to give you all the tools so that when you go to other destinations you will be able to take waves for yourself. We believe that surfing combines perfectly with Yoga where postures are practiced to align, strengthen and promote flexibility in the body. Breathing techniques (pranayama) and meditation are also integrated.

Daily breakfasts included.

7 NIGHT PACKAGE

from $614.01

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Location

Charneca do Guincho is a traditional Portuguese village, a secret hideaway of many artists and local sportsmen, with a restaurant to bar, small markets and even a Horse Riding School.

Just 15 minutes walk from Guincho surf beach, the House enjoys a privileged location and view. The magic of this little piece of land, that is only a few kilometers away from Cabo da Roca, the most western point of Europe, gives another dimension to the experience of staying in this place, leaving in your memory impressions of charm.

The historic center of Cascais is only a 10 minute drive away, where you will find restaurants with a rich variety in traditional and international cuisine, complemented by a vibrant nightlife.

Located 1 km from the highway, and only 35 minutes from the Lisbon International Airport, with airport transfer service available.

The Place

"A refuge in paradise; it is time to return to your breath, body and essence."

Guincho Wayra House is situated in a picturesque valley, overlooking the breathtaking Sintra-Cascais Natural Park and just minutes from Guincho Beach. Our Villa is the only Hostel in Cascais situated within walking distance of the most captivating beach of the Iberian Peninsula, Praia do Guincho, that makes a perfect refuge for lonely travelers, couples and groups of friends.

A great place to combine outdoor activities with yoga and healthy living.

You can sleep in a bed in one of our dorms or our double rooms, all with shared bathrooms and views of Sintra-Cascais Natural Park.
You will be served daily breakfast during this camp. There is also fully equipped kitchen available in the house, which you can use to store the food and prepare your own meals only once per day.

We offer kitesurfing, surfing, SUP, rock climbing, and SUP Yoga classes appropriate for all levels.
We also organize mindfulness walks and hiking.
There is a bright and broad Yoga-Shala to practice Yin Yoga, stretching and Hatha Yoga, as well as, extraordinary therapists in Wayra House offering Reiki, Shamanic & Ancestral sessions, Astrological Chart, Thai and Ayurvedic massage.

We like to enjoy our evenings with sunset dinners together on the balcony, Guincho Wayra House is where you will find a new extended family.
For 10 years our certified sport instructors have provided the highest quality lessons, in a fun and relaxed setting.



Facilities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Bath Towels
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Parking (free)
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • TV
  • WIFI (free)
  • WIFI (surcharge)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry
  • Massage
  • Roof top terrace
  • Sundeck
  • Surfboard hire
  • Surfboard Storage Area
  • Westuit storage area
  • Wetsuit hire
  • Breakfast (included)
  • Dinner (additional)
  • Honesty Bar
  • Bicycle rental
  • Bowling
  • Canoeing
  • Diving
  • Fitness Classes
  • Golf course
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Kitesurfing
  • Mountain biking
  • Pilates
  • Skateboard hire
  • SUP
  • Surf school
  • Volleyball
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga

Guest Reviews

     
Guincho Wayra House - Yoga|Kite|Surf|SUP|Rock Clim
Reviews (2)
5 out of 5

Liene

Travelled solo

September 2019

How did you like the accommodation?

     

I loved the place! <3

How did you like the surf lessons?

     

Instructors were very devoted, enthusiastic and encouraging! Though I think as beginners we were hopeless with our surfing skills at most of the times, we always got encouraged and given tips on how to keep going. I absolutely recommend!

Jeanette

Travelled solo

July 2019

How did you like the accommodation?

     

Guincho Wayra House is a great place. Very clean, quiet relaxing atmosphere, great view over the mountains and very nice staff. I felt very welcome. The area near Sintra and Guincho beach is beautifull. Buses are driving regularly but I was happy to have rented a car to go everywhere.

How did you like the surf lessons?

     

The surf lessons where good, very friendly and helpfull instructors.

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Getting there

You can never get lost

When you book you will receive our confirmation email with full travel directions of how to get to us.

We provide Airport Transfers from and to International Airport Humberto Delgado, Lisbon and they can be booked in the booking steps.

  • Price for 1-4 people: €40
  • Price for more than 4: €80
  • - Nearest Airport: International Airport Humberto Delgado, Lisbon
  • - Distance from Airport in kms: 45
  • - Time from Airport in a car: 30 minutes
  • - There is no train from the airport
  • - There is no bus from the airport

Surf Lessons Available

Instructors

Bernardo

Joaõ

The beach where we mostly teach surfing it is in Guincho Beach, all year around great waves, sunshine, beautiful nature and just 15 minutes walking distance from our Guincho Wayra House.

Main Surf Beach: Guincho beach

Surf Lessons we offer:

Beginner Surf Lessons

The class consists of a warm up the body, flexibility and joint mobility, then after learning the techniques of take off at the beach, feet position by our instructors, let´s go to the water! Time to surf! We will prepare you to go to the "green" waves !!
Our surf lessons are 1.30 hr per day. Includes the wetsuit, board, insurance and instruction, also pick up if needed.

Intermediate Surf Lessons

The class consists of a warm up the body, flexibility and joint mobility, we will practice the take off on the board and start with the maneuvers of rotations. You are ready now to go to the "green" waves !!
Our surf lessons are 1.30 hr per day. Includes the wetsuit, board, insurance and instruction, also pick up if needed.

Advanced Surf Lessons

The lesson consists of a warm up the body, flexibility and joint mobility, techniques of rotation in the waves, cutback and surf back side.
Our surf lessons are 1.30 hr per day. Includes the wetsuit, board, insurance and instruction, also pick up if needed.

Private Surf Lessons

You will meet up your instructor at the Hostel. One to one. The class consists in warm up the body, flexibility and joint mobility, then after learning the techniques of take off, feet position on the board, let's go to the water! Time to surf!
Our surf lessons are 1.30 hr per day. Includes the wetsuit, board, insurance and instruction, and pick up if needed.

Surf Guide

We offer surf guiding for those who want to explore the coast and experience the best waves! We have trips with only rentals equipment and with surf lessons including sightseeing.
Spots:
Guincho or Praia Grande and Sintra
Ericeira and Sintra.
Costa Caparica.
Get information form our website.

Yoga

Cultivating yoga is a profound body, mind and soul expression. We teach Hatha, Vinyasa flow, Yoga Nidra, and Meditation, we do also leads meditative walks.
We offer Yoga every day in our Yoga Shala in Wayra House.

"Wealth is health, peace of mind is happiness, yoga shows the way.."
Swami Sivananda

SUP Lessons

We will meet you up at the Hostel if you are our guest or at the beach.
We offer daily SUP beg. lessons in the flat water in São Pedro and Duquesa Beach, Cascais. You will learn Technical information regarding foot positioning, as well correct body posture while rowing.
Rowing techniques while standing, cross the shorebreak and safety measures.
Initial manoeuvres, variations and pivoting.

Beginner Kite Surfing

During this course you will learn the fundamentals of kitesurf and be able to recognize the optimal conditions. The lesson includes set up and pack down of the equipment, all safety measures, kite flying techniques in the safety zone, starting with the "training kite" (2 lines) and then with 4 lines kite hooked into a harness. Here you will learn to drag your body in the water. Fun Time!

Intermediate Kite Surfing

This course moves beyond body dragging to steady pull, introducing you to water start and sailing down wind. Learn rules of priority, navigation techniques, keeping the kite in the wind window with absolute safety and control. The fast learners will begin to learn the water start, as well the relaunch of the kite, safe rescue techniques, and the recovery of the board.



Surf conditions in Cascais


Payment

  • A small deposit is required to secure your booking.
  • Your balance is due to the property 15 days before arrival. The Property will contact you to collect payment. If you book within this 15 days then the property will contact you shortly after you book to collect the balance.

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