Yoga and surf are the heart of this retreat, offering complementary practices that invite presence, strength, softness, and connection.
Yoga practices take place daily at sunrise and sunset and are always adapted to meet you where you are. We will explore a range of styles including Vinyasa, Somatic Yoga, Yin, and Restorative, supporting both movement and stillness. Each practice is designed to help you release tension, cultivate awareness, and realign with your intentions, allowing you to move with greater ease and focus.
Surfing in Imsouane becomes a moving meditation, an invitation to connect with the ocean and yourself. Surf sessions are led by Rachid Chahifa, a highly experienced local surfer who brings deep knowledge of the waves, the area, and a supportive teaching approach. Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, the surf experience is open to all levels. Guided sessions focus on confidence, technique, and enjoyment, encouraging you to move with the rhythm of the waves and embrace the joy of learning.
Surfhalla is a family-run surf and yoga villa nestled along the Atlantic coast of Imsouane, Morocco. Inspired by Valhalla, a place for the brave, it is more than just a place to stay; it is a space to pause, breathe, and reconnect. Designed for those drawn to the ocean, movement, and stillness, Surfhalla invites you to find your rhythm through surf, yoga, and time in
nature. Just a short walk from the beach, the villa offers a warm, authentic atmosphere where simplicity meets comfort, and features a beautiful indoor yoga shala bathed in natural light, perfect for mindful practice and deepening your retreat experience.
✔ Discover stunning beaches and valleys
✔ Enjoy a day trip to Essaouira
✔ Experience vibrant Moroccan culture
✔ Nourish yourself with delicious, healthy, and nutritious Moroccan cuisine
✔ Spend time with like‑minded people in a supportive, inspiring environment
✔ Take time to pause, reset and release
Inês is a Portuguese yoga teacher with over eight years of teaching experience and a 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training certification. She offers a balanced and holistic approach through Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative, Yoga Nidra, and Meditation. For the past four years, she has been hosting yoga retreats worldwide, guiding practices that respond to each moment’s needs. Inês believes yoga is for everyone, and her role is to support students in discovering their own rhythm, space, and authentic expression along their personal journey.
Rachid is a longboard surfer from Imsouane, Morocco, deeply shaped by the village’s early days, when life revolved around fishermen, wooden boats, and the open ocean. He fell in love with longboarding for its smooth, stylish flow and its emphasis on connection rather than competition. For Rachid, surfing is a dialogue with the wave, the board, and nature itself. As Imsouane continues to grow, he remains rooted in its original spirit. Surfing here taught him patience, balance, and respect, values he shares with everyone who comes to ride these waters.
*Deposit non-refundable
100% non-refundable if cancelled 2 months prior to the start date