Reasonably active, enjoy the outdoors and up for an adventure? You’re going to love Ride On Retreats’ beautiful-looking Surf & Yoga retreats in Watergate Bay in Cornwall and in Portugal. Aimed at women wanting to learn to surf or improve existing skills, they boost mental wellbeing as well as physical health – and are a huge amount of fun.

You’ll be based in a beautiful, luxurious coastal villa just 500 metres from the beach. Have fun in the waves – surfing or body boarding – under the supervision of highly qualified professional surf instructors. Relax with daily yoga sessions in a private studio in the house. Soak in the hot tub in the landscaped gardens. Eat highly nutritious, delicious food prepared by a private chef. Flop into a comfy bed at the end of the day. Then repeat.

Come with a friend, partner or solo – you’re sure to meet other like-minded women when you’re there.

Ride on Retreats are suitable for complete novices or experienced surfers; all equipment is provided but you can bring your own if you prefer.

Upcoming retreats include:

• Summer Spa & Yoga Retreat, 5 July, near Chichester, Sussex
• Surf & Skate Retreat, Sept (date tbc), The Wave, Bristol
• Surf, Yoga & Spa, 18–20 Oct, Cornwall
• Roxy Surf Week, 9–16 Nov, Portugal
• Surf, Yoga & Spa, 22–24 November, Cornwall
• One day Yoga Retreat, 7 March, near Chichester, Sussex

Ride on Retreats also run one-day Yoga & Spa retreats in a stunning Grand Designs house in Sussex, and Surf Skate courses and Cultural Walks in London.