Group week at Algarve surf camp in Lagos — shared meals, poolside community vibe

Host Your Group: All-Inclusive Plug-and-Play Weeks at Algarve Watersport Camp

Stop coordinating five vendors. At our Lagos surf camp, one team handles venue, surf lessons, meals, yoga, and transfers. You bring your group; we run the week. Plug into a friendly community and a proven plan—30+ groups hosted, many returning each season.

Plug-and-play, all-inclusive weeks for creators, coaches, universities, and teams.

Stop juggling venues, lesson providers, meals, and transport. We built Algarve Watersport to solve that. One team runs the venue, surf coaching, meals, yoga, activities, and logistics—so you bring your program and community, and we run the operation. 30+ groups hosted; many return every season.

  • You lead. We operate.

  • One partner, zero friction: venue, lessons, meals, transfers.

  • Built-in community: international camp vibe, shared meals, poolside hangs.

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Tailored Packages for Every Group

We are built for hosts. Stop coordinating multiple vendors. Our seamless system provides everything required for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Portugal’s stunning Algarve region:

Creators & Coaches

Bring your community together. We handle venue, meals, activities—you focus on your people.

Host Your Community Week in Lagos

We handle venue, all meals, 4–5 watersport lessons, yoga, evening activities, and equipment.
Your group mixes with international guests (makes it more real).
You handle your workshops, coaching sessions, and teaching your people.

Perfect for online coaches, photography retreats, masterminds, and membership IRL gatherings.

First-Time Retreat Leaders

Easy setup. We've done this 30+ times. You teach, we handle the rest.

First-Time Retreat Leaders

Plug-and-play weekly program with a fixed schedule. We coordinate lessons, meals, and activities.
Flexible minimums (groups as small as 7). Same-day responses, clear pricing, zero hidden costs.
You focus on teaching, leading, and connecting with your group.

Perfect for yoga teachers, wellness coaches, and fitness instructors hosting their first or second retreat.

University & Sports clubs trips

Active week for students. Multiple watersports. Certified Coaches

University Group Surf Weeks in Lagos

Students get multiple watersports (surf, kite, windsurf, wingfoil — minimum 4 lessons) plus optional
add-ons like wakeboard, SUP tours, and surf skate. Community vibe with international guests
(average age 30). We handle all logistics: meals, accommodation, equipment, transfers.
We coordinate lessons based on conditions. Safety documentation ready.

Perfect for university clubs, outdoor rec groups, student societies, and sports clubs.

We also work with:

Small company teams (10-20 people) looking for team bonding weeks—surf mornings, free afternoons, shared meals. Note: No dedicated workspaces during the season. This works for teams wanting to unplug and connect, not for working off-sites.

Tour operators bringing recurring groups—we can discuss partnership terms, consistent booking windows, and commission structures for operators managing multiple annual trips.

Large friend groups (8-16 people) wanting a private week together—book the camp during available slots, plug into our weekly program with your crew.

All-Inclusive Actually Means All (Yes, Really)

Most “all-inclusive” surf camps aren’t. Here’s what we mean when we say it:

✅ MULTIPLE WATERSPORTS IN ONE SPOT

Not just surf. Choose from surf, kitesurfing, windsurfing, or wingfoil (minimum 4 lessons). We coordinate timing based on the best conditions—wind for kite, waves for surf. Your group gets variety, not just one option. For all camps, we also add complementary dedicated activities to increase the progress of our guests.

✅ WE DRIVE YOU EVERYWHERE

You just show up. We handle all beach transfers—picking you up from camp, driving to the best surf spots (Lagos, Sagres, wherever conditions are optimal), and bringing you back. No rental cars needed. No navigating Portuguese roads. No “meet us at this beach at 8 am.”

Airport transfers available too: We can pick your group up from Faro Airport (45 minutes away) and drop you back at the end—one less thing to coordinate.

✅ YOGA DAILY (Mon-Sat)

Drop-in yoga every morning. Included. There is no extra cost. Not just “stretching on the beach”—actual sessions led by instructors.

Morning yoga and healthy half-board meals at the Algarve surf camp
healthy half-board meals at the Algarve surf camp

✅ FOOD THAT ACTUALLY MATTERS

This is a differentiator. Our on-site chef team prepares all meals (half-board: breakfast daily + 6 dinners). Groups consistently tell us the food quality surprised them. Vegetarian/vegan options always available. Dietary restrictions? We handle it.

✅ EVENING ACTIVITIES & SOCIAL VIBE

Bar on-site. Evening games organized (optional). Weekly wakepark session. Community atmosphere where your group bonds with each other AND meets people from 8+ countries. Average age: 30. Some party, some don’t—both vibes coexist fine.

✅ ADD-ONS AVAILABLE (Not Separate Vendors)

Want to add wakeboarding? Sunrise SUP tour? Surf skate session? We coordinate it—you don’t chase separate companies.

✅ WE ACTUALLY CARE

This sounds soft but matters. The office is always available to help! Lesson times change based on conditions—we communicate clearly. Something goes wrong—we fix it. You’re not just a booking number.

Download the brochure to see the complete inclusion list and rooms layout

What Your Group Week Looks Like

What’s Included

✅ Accommodation – Bungalows, twin rooms, or shared dorms
 ✅ Half-board meals – Breakfast daily + dinner 6 evenings
 ✅ 4-5 watersport lessons – Surf, kite, windsurf, or wingfoil (your choice)
 ✅ Daily yoga – Monday-Saturday drop-in sessions
 ✅ All equipment – Boards, wetsuits, safety gear included
 ✅ Beach transfers – To/from lesson locations
 ✅ Evening activities – Optional social events, games, weekly wakepark visit
 ✅ Bar access – On-site bar with drinks available for purchase

Add-ons available: Airport transfers, wakeboard, SUP tours, surf skate, massage

Full pricing breakdown, payment schedule, and terms in the brochure.

How It Works

Plug Into Our Weekly Program

📅 Weekend arrivals (Sat or Sun)
⏱️ 7 nights minimum
🌊 We coordinate lessons based on conditions
👥 Your group joins our international camp
🍽️ Fixed meal schedule
🧘 Daily yoga sessions
🎉 Optional evening activities

You customize: Your own activities, Sport choice, dietary needs, and add-ons

We handle: Timing, logistics, coordination

When to Host Your Group in the Algarve

Month Camp Available? Weather Why This Month
April ✅ Yes 19°C, sunny First retreats, spring university trips
May ✅ Yes 21°C, ideal Peak season—book 6–9 months ahead
June ✅ Yes (max 16) 24°C, warm Last chance before summer
July–Aug ❌ Closed Hot (Individual guests only)
Sept (mid) ✅ Yes (max 16) 23°C, perfect Best weather + zero crowds
October ✅ Yes (max 16) 21°C, mild Budget-conscious groups

⚠️ Limited Availability: Only 5 group weeks remaining for April–June 2025. Most groups book 6–9 months ahead.

Download the brochure to request your preferred dates.

30+ Groups Hosted Since 2021—Many Come Back Year After Year

I tried DIY coordination my first retreat. Never again. AWS just works
First-time yoga teacher, now on her 3rd retreat with us,
Our College group (20 students) split surfing and kitesurfing across the week. Clear safety briefings, flexible scheduling, and smooth logistics. We’ll be back.
Program Coordinator, College (NL)

We run two Surf & Yoga weeks every spring and autumn. AWS handles rooms, meals, coaching, and transfers so we can focus on our guests. Consistently easy.

Retreat Operator, returning twice yearly since 2021
Across four surf meetups with my audience, AWS made it effortless. Coaches kept sessions safe and fun, the crew handled vans, gear, and timing, and I finally had space to coach and really connect with my followers. Zero logistics, all community
Content Creator, made 4 meet-ups with follower in 2 years

Want to see why 60%+ of our groups return?
Download the brochure for case details, capacity & rooming, menus, and what’s included.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Faro Airport (FAO) is the standard and closest gateway for all Algarve retreats, located 45 minutes from the central west coast region (Lagos). Faro offers direct transfers and shuttle access to most retreat venues. For groups requiring maximum operational simplicity, choosing a licensed provider like Algarve Watersport allows them to coordinate all-inclusive group transfers from FAO as part of a single, Plug-and-Play package.

The most highly recommended months are the shoulder seasons: April, May, September, and October. These periods provide the best balance of warm weather (19-24°C) and reduced tourist congestion, which is ideal for active group logistics. May and September offer reliable conditions for both surf and wind sports. Organizers should book dedicated group blocks 6–9 months in advance for these prime windows.

The most efficient and logistically manageable group size in the Algarve is typically 12–18 people. This range maintains a strong community atmosphere and simplifies accommodation and activity transfers. Specialized, single-site venues like the Algarve Watersport Camp can accommodate dedicated group blocks up to 24 guests within an all-inclusive framework, simplifying planning by offering one contract for venue, meals, and activities.

Group organizers should plan to finalize their booking 6 to 9 months in advance for retreat dates falling in May, June, September, or October. High demand for limited, licensed group accommodation means early booking is essential. Partners like Algarve Watersport offer a low-risk blocking fee system to secure dedicated weeks well ahead of time, ensuring preferred dates and capacity.

Our dedicated, on-site catering team is fully equipped to handle common dietary restrictions as part of the all-inclusive half-board package. We regularly and easily accommodate vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut allergy requirements. We simply require detailed dietary needs to be provided at least 30 days before arrival.

Successful first-time hosting requires handing off logistical tasks to a professional partner. Look for venues that offer a dedicated Group Manager who can handle pre-trip planning, transport, and meal coordination. The Algarve Watersport Camp’s Plug-and-Play model is specifically designed for creators by offering a silent operational backbone. This allows the host to focus entirely on content capture, community building, and delivering their core message, while the AWS team seamlessly manages all accommodation, chef-prepared meals, and daily multi-sport activities.

READY TO SEE IF WE’RE THE RIGHT FIT?

Download the Complete Surf Camp Brochure: Pricing, Inclusions, Availability & Terms

What’s inside:
 ✓ Full pricing table (all seasons)
 ✓ Week-by-week schedule examples
 ✓ Accommodation layouts & capacity charts
 ✓ Complete activity menu & add-ons
 ✓ Payment terms & cancellation policy
 ✓ Step-by-step booking process

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