Bluebell skies, the season’s first proper swells, and long lunches by the dunes.
12 spacesAll LevelsWomen Only
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£2,490
Seven nights of salty hair, long lunches and the kind of week you cry about at the airport.
jacks retreats · bali
canggu
women only✦ericeira, portugal✦surf & wellness✦5 nights✦all levels✦
Peak season — warm water, glassy mornings and the kind of week you’ll be telling stories about for years. Books out fast.
12 spacesAll LevelsWomen Only
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Shoulder season magic — empty line-ups, golden light and the warmest water of the year.
12 spacesAll LevelsWomen Only
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£2,490
seven nights on portugal's wildest coast.
A small group of women who get it. Mornings in the water, afternoons under a tree, and evenings around a long table with everyone you came with — and a few you didn’t.
We surf the breaks the locals actually go to, not the ones in the brochures. Daily coaching from women who’ve been doing this longer than most surf schools have been open. Long lunches, slow yoga, and zero pressure to be anyone other than who you are this week.
It’s for the friend group who books the same trip every year, the mum who needs seven days that aren’t about anyone else, the solo traveller who doesn’t want to feel solo, and the wave-curious beginner who’s been meaning to try forever.
what to expect.
No strict timetables, no whistles. Mornings in the water, afternoons on your own terms, evenings together. Here's the shape of your week, day by day.
- Airport pickup from Lisbon, scenic drive up the coast.
- Check in, board fitting, first walk to the beach.
- Welcome dinner under the lemon trees.
- Coffee at sunrise, gentle warm-up on the sand.
- Two-hour surf session with coaches.
- Long, slow breakfast back at the house.
- Afternoon yoga on the deck, or a nap in the hammock.
- Morning surf — already feeling more at home.
- Video review and theory session over lunch.
- Free afternoon — explore, swim, or skate.
- Sunset cocktails on the cliffs.
- Sleep in. The waves can wait.
- Coastal hike to a secret cove, picnic packed.
- Afternoon at the natural hot springs.
- Pizza night, wood-fired, in the garden.
- Two surf sessions, morning and late afternoon.
- Lunch on the beach between sessions.
- Massages booked back at the house.
- Dinner with a local guest chef.
- Final coaching session.
- Photoshoot in the afternoon.
- Beach bonfire with the whole group.
- Slow breakfast, no rush.
- One last walk on the sand.
- Transfers back to Lisbon.
what's the catch?
No catch. Here's exactly what's covered, and what to plan for separately so there are no surprises.
included
- Surf
- Yoga
- 2 lunches
- 3 dinners
- Goodie Bags
- Merch
- Accommodation
not included
- Flights
- Transfers
- Insurance
- All Dinners & Drinks Outside Villa
pick your room.
Choose the room type that suits you best.
A self-contained studio opening onto the garden. For the solo traveller who wants their own space at the end of the day.
- King-size bed
- Private en-suite
- Garden terrace
- Air conditioning & fan
per person
£3,290
Twin or queen beds with a small balcony and a sliver of Atlantic visible over the rooftops. The honeymoon room, by accident.
- King or twin configuration
- Private en-suite
- Balcony with sea view
- Air conditioning
per person
£2,890
A bright, generous room with three single beds. Best value, and where the friendships happen — past guests will tell you.
- Three single beds
- Shared bathroom (one other room)
- Garden-facing window
- Fan, no air-con
per person
£2,490
nestled in the hills above ericeira.
A converted farmhouse five minutes from the beach, surrounded by lemon trees and silence. Old stone walls, a big garden, and a long table that fills up at every meal.
You’re a short walk from the village — coffee shops, surf shops, somewhere to buy a swimsuit you forgot to pack — and a quick drive from half a dozen of the best breaks in Europe. Far enough from Lisbon to feel away, close enough that getting here is easy.
your hosts
meet the team running your week.
I’ve been surfing since I was eleven and teaching women since I was twenty-two. Marnie Rays started in 2019 with one retreat and twelve friends I’d met in the line-up. I run every retreat personally and handle all the surf coaching.
I came on a Marnie Rays retreat in 2021 as a guest, never properly left, and now teach the yoga and run the kitchen. I’ll be the one welcoming you off the bus with a cold drink and a hug.
still wondering?
The questions we get most. If yours isn't here, message us — we usually reply within a few hours.
when should i arrive and leave?
Saturday is the standard arrival day, with airport pickups from Lisbon between 11am and 4pm. We finish with breakfast on the following Saturday before transfers back to Lisbon.
If you’d like to arrive a day or two early or extend your trip, we can usually help arrange that — just mention it when you book.
what's the cancellation policy?
Your deposit is non-refundable. You can transfer your booking to another Marnie Rays retreat within the same calendar year for no extra charge.
Cancellations more than 60 days before arrival: full refund minus deposit. 30–60 days: 50% refund. Under 30 days: no refund, but you can transfer the spot to a friend if there’s still time.
We strongly recommend travel insurance. We’re not in the business of holding onto your money — life happens, and we’ll work with you where we can.
i've never surfed before — is this for me?
Absolutely yes. Around half of every retreat is total beginners. Our coaches teach women all day every day, and our line-up of breaks means there’s always a forgiving wave to learn on.
If you’re nervous, you’re in great company — message us before booking and we’ll chat through what to expect.
what's the food situation?
Breakfast and lunch every day, plus four group dinners. Three nights are kept free so you can explore Ericeira’s restaurants — we’ll give you our favourites.
All meals are seasonal, mostly plant-based, made by our chef from local ingredients. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs when you book — we cater for everything.
can i come on my own?
More than half our guests arrive solo. The whole format is built around making friends without forcing it — shared meals, small group sessions, plenty of downtime.
Solo travellers can book the shared room (best value, instant friendships) or a private room (more space, easier on jet lag).
what should i bring?
A swimsuit you actually swim in, a towel for the beach, sunscreen, a jumper for cool evenings. Yoga clothes if you’re joining yoga.
Everything else — boards, wetsuits, mats — is provided. We’ll send a full packing list when you book.
is there wifi?
Yes, throughout the house. We don’t enforce phone-free time, but you’ll be surprised how little you reach for it once the week gets going.
how do i get there?
Fly into Lisbon (LIS), and we’ll meet you at arrivals on Saturday between 11am and 4pm. Transfer is included and takes around 50 minutes.
If you’re driving from elsewhere in Europe, free parking is available on-site.
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