Moka Surf House & Yoga Retreat

Moka Surf House & Yoga Retreat sits on the hills above São Julião beach in Europe's first World Surfing Reserve—a location that sets the tone for everything the Italian-run retreat offers. This isn't a typical surf camp pushing maximum wave time; it's a slower-rhythm experience where yoga, vegetarian cuisine, and ocean connection carry equal weight. The daily flow at Moka centers on balance. Morning sun salutations happen in a purpose-built yurt. Surf school sessions teach everything from pop-ups to confident paddling, while surf guiding takes experienced riders to the reserve's best spots based on daily conditions. Wellness treatments—massages and bodywork—help recovery after physically demanding days. Long dinners filled with stories and laughter bring guests together over vegetarian meals built on classic Italian recipes. What Moka has created appeals to those seeking more than just surf progression. The retreat works for people wanting to explore new practices, rest from demanding lives, or reconnect with themselves and others in a genuine community setting. The World Surfing Reserve waves are world-class, but so is the space to simply be.