It’s that time again — the sunshine’s dialed in, the swell’s lining up, and our favorite surf crew is rolling into town. We’re buzzing to welcome back Surf With Amigas for another legendary ladies surf retreat right here in the Algarve!
From May 10th to 24th, the southern coast of Portugal transforms into an all-women wave-riding haven. This isn’t just another surf trip — it’s two weeks of connection, confidence, and pure surf stoke, powered by an incredible community of Amigas from around the world.
Leading this incredible retreat is Holly Beck — former pro surfer, holistic surf coach, and the founder of Surf With Amigas. After a decade competing on the world stage, she shifted her focus to creating meaningful surf experiences for women around the globe. Holly brings over 12 years of retreat leadership and a deep passion for surf therapy, empowerment, and community. She’s the heartbeat of SWA and will be in the water guiding, inspiring, and keeping the vibes high.
Alongside her is Laila, the main organiser for the Portugal retreat. Based locally, she handles everything behind the scenes — logistics, planning, coordination — and also joins the lineup to support the crew in the waves. Her mix of calm confidence and ocean stoke keeps the whole experience running smooth.
Rounding out the team is Moreno, Jah Shaka Surf Shop’s very own sponsored surf coach and local wave expert. Moreno will be helping the Amigas navigate the Algarve’s breaks with helpful tips, encouragement, and plenty of good vibes — whether you’re catching your first green wave or working on your cutbacks.
All boards for the retreat are handled right here at Jah Shaka Surf Shop, your go-to for surfboard rentals in Lagos, Portugal. Whether you’re riding with the Amigas or passing through on your own Algarve surf adventure, we’ve got the gear to match your style and the local conditions.
Booking’s simple. Just head to jahshakasurf.com/rentals to reserve your board online. Need to swap it mid-rental? Easy — we offer flexible exchanges so you can adapt to the changing swell. Our shop is open seven days a week in the heart of Lagos. Drop in for surf gear, expert tips, local break advice, or just to top up your stoke levels before paddling out.
We seriously love having the Surf With Amigas crew in town. They bring more than just solid surfing — it’s the energy, the laughter, and the all-around good vibes that light up the lineup and the town.
If you’re riding with the Amigas or just soaking up the surf scene, tag us in your posts! We’re always keen to share the joy and feature your sessions on our blog and socials.
→ Follow the crew: @surfwithamigas
→ Their website: surfwithamigas.com/locations/portugal-surf-adventure/
→ Check out rentals: jahshakasurf.com/rentals
→ Visit the shop: Right here in Lagos, open daily
