THE EMPOWERED SURF RETREAT

A private and transformative surf experience with the two of us, Andrew and Eleonora, where you learn to surf + bring home a new, empowered version of yourself

Cascais, Portugal

for Beginner to early Intermediate Surfers | 4- 11 May, 2024 | Cascais, Portugal

Our EMPOWERED SURF RETREATS are famous for creating life transformations in people, for bringing out a new, empowered version of yourself, and for creating new friendships that become bonds for life.

We specialise in surfing over 40 and inclusive surf coaching techniques

Surfing is just the beginning

Surfing is more than just riding the waves.

Surfing strengthens our bodies and our minds. When you learn to surf, you gain confidence that allows you to overcome the challenges that hold you back.

With 20 years of combined experience, we are dedicated to sharing our experiences and lessons in and out of the water.

When you leave our retreat, you will feel empowered, like you can conquer anything.

Learning to be confident in the ocean will give you the tools to be empowered in life.

Join us for an exclusive experience to boost confidence in and out of the water

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A day in one of our Retreats

Our Retreats are run in limited capacity, for an exclusive and custom oriented experience.

We hand pick the locations, and we have chosen a gorgeous location in the south of Portugal, a prime surfing destination, to be the base of our 2024 Empowered Surf Retreat.

Think of dreamy beaches, perfect waves for learning and improving your surfing skills.

We're going to stay at the boutique Hotel Casa Vela, an oasis of tranquility in the center of historical Cascais.

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens and 2 pools, this villa is real gem, located at walking distance from the beach and the nightlife + restaurants of Cascais (we always love an opportunity to try local foods and experience the local culture during our surf retreats!)

This are Anne (a beginner surfer) and Eric (an intermediate surfer), sharing about their experience with us

This is Andrea, an early intermediate surfer, sharing about her experience with us.

This is Viresh, a complete beginner surfer, sharing about his experience with us

Get ready for a real transformation

Our Empowered Surf Retreat is an experience you will remember for life.

We promise, you will learn to surf or improve your level, if you already surf.

But that's the easy part.

There is more. A week with us will bring a shift in your consciousness regarding confidence and self awareness.

Your new ability to overcome challenges, wether it's in the water, or in life, will take your surfing and your personal life to the next level.

THIS IS WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

We begin the experience a month in advance, with a private, personal surf evaluation performed over a Zoom call, where together with Andrew you will also set your surfing goals.

Preparation plays a very important role in your surfing journey, so Andrew, during the call, will offer some exercises for you to do before joining the retreat.

During the retreat you will have 5 surf sessions, 2 video analysis and an Ocean Knowledge Masterclass with us that will change the way you look at surfing and the waves.

RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS

We will have breakfast every morning at the Villa Casa Vela, and you are free to come in at any time between 8.30 and 11 am.

The time of the lessons will be decided daily, depending on weather conditions and tides.

When you are not surfing, you can enjoy the hotel's pools and lush gardens, and the fantastic beaches around.

In the evening, you can explore the village of Cascais, relax at the beach or treat yourself to a massage in the Spa of the hotel.

Dinner is independently organised, to give you freedom of exploring. Some rooms come with a kitchenette so you can also dine in. We also often organise to have dinner together as a group.

There is one day off in the week from the lessons, and we encourage you to do some sightseeing! The nearby Sintra is a Unesco World Heritage Site, totally worth a visit.

Cascais is located just 25 km from Lisbon, and the nearest airport is LIS Lisbon-Portela airport, around 30 minutes away by car from the hotel.

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Schedule

Saturday, May 4th : from 3:00 pm self check in at Casa Vela , 6:00 pm welcome drink and meet up
Sunday, May 5th : Warm up session on the beach, followed by first surf session. In the late afternoon, indoor Ocean Knowledge Session.
Monday, May 6th : Late breakfast, followed by 2 mid day surf sessions. We're going to explore a different beach today, pack some lunch and snacks!
Tuesday, May 7th : Video analysis session, followed by surf session and visit to a new beach. If conditions allow, sunset surf session.
Wednesday, May 8th : Day off from surfing. Group excursion to the beautiful Sintra.
Thursday, May 9th : Early breakfast, followed by mid day surf session. Sunset walk around Cascais.
Friday, May 10th : Surf session and final video analysis session with tips to bring home. Time to pack.
Saturday, May 11th : Group breakfast, followed by check out and goodbyes.

Schedule details subject to change - everything will revolve around the surf forecast !

Your Hosts

ANDREW GOODMAN

Co-Founder of Andrew Goodman Surf Coaching, Andrew has been a surfer for 42 years and a Surf Coach for 16 years.

Andrew will personally help you with your surf technique, ocean knowledge (an element that plays a huge role in surfing) and your mindset.

His unique talent of identifying a surfer's shortest path to improvement will bring in progress and quick results for you.

He is known for getting people results, fast.

ELEONORA FIORINI

Co-Founder of Andrew Goodman Surf Coaching, Eleonora is a mindset coach and a Reiki practitioner.

Her knowledge and understanding of human energy will help you clear blockages that you maybe didn't know you had, and that stand in the way between you and your progress, helping you gain courage, strength and control.

Eleonora will also be your support for anything you need before, during and after the retreat.

Your home for 7 days

We will be staying at Casa Vela Boutique House, a gorgeous villa surrounded by lush gardens and pools, right in the historical center of Cascais, Portugal

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Why join

If you’d love to learn to surf, and are looking for a fun, friendly and non competitive environment where you participate in professional surf lessons that get you long lasting results.

We have 20 years of combined experience, Andrew has coached 8000 students and his success rate is 100%. You are in the right place!

if you want to improve the level of your surfing, you are committed and are looking for real, tangible results.

If you invest in us by joining one of our Surf Experiences, we invest in you. Your goal becomes our goal. Plus, Andrew is know for being able to quickly identify a surfer's shortest path to improvement.

Joining this Retreat is the best thing you could ever do for your surfing.