Sacred Water
Yoga & surf retreat
12 - 17 Jan 2026, Sri Lanka
I’m thrilled to invite you to the first edition of my Sacred Water Retreat in Sri Lanka’s tropical south, where we combine my deep love for yoga and surfing. Sri Lanka’s waves and rhythms have been a gentle teacher and a source of healing for me. After falling in love with Ahangama’s vibrant surf culture and laid-back vibe, I felt called to return and share this magic with you. What makes this retreat even more special is that holistic surf expert and singer-songwriter Inês Bispo will join us. She will teach surf lessons alongside a local surf school, lead surf theory and therapy sessions and share her soulful voice in the evenings.
At the Sacred Water retreat, each day is designed to honour the fluid nature of the water element. You’ll begin with a surf session or a long playful vinyasa flow that gets you moving like waves. In the afternoon and evening we settle into yin and restorative practices to nurture body and soul after time in the ocean. Together we’ll gather for connection circles, creative workshops and evenings of song, allowing music to open our hearts and deepen our experience. From sunrise meditations to sunset ceremonies you’ll explore how water teaches us to feel, to adapt and to ride the currents of our own lives. If you feel called to awaken your creative flow and start the year surfing your own waves, Sacred Water is waiting for you.
With love,
Esther
Recharge in nature ✽
Reconnect with your inner water
This retreat is for you if...
〰️ You wish to begin the year in a state of flow, learning to surf your own waves and finding balance between strength and surrender.
〰️ You want to slow down and immerse yourself in nature by mama ocean in Ahangama, surrounded by rice fields and lush nature.
〰️ You want to play in the waves and grow your surf skills with personal tips and a holistic approach.
〰️ You want to enrich your yoga practice with fluid flows, creative workshops, sunrise and sunset meditations and restorative yin & restorative sessions.
〰️ You want to connect with your inner water and harness the water element for creativity, flow and renewal.
〰️ You want to recharge yourself in a community with plenty of free time to relax, swim, read or explore the area.
〰️ You want to connect through music and mantra, immersing yourself in sacred sounds as Esther shares her songs and Inês plays her guitar and sings from her soul.
Flow Ground ☯ Ahangama
Flow Ground ☯ Ahangama
Sacred Water Yoga Retreat will be hosted at Flowground and is just a stone’s throw from the center of Ahangama, nestled between lush rice fields and beautiful nature.
Ahangama (photo) is a renowned surf haven, known for its vibrant waves and laid-back vibe, making it the perfect backdrop for both adventure and relaxation. Kabalana Beach is within walking distance and the surrounding coastline offers numerous surf breaks for all levels.
Flowground features cosy living spaces, a spacious yoga shala, an outdoor dining area, and an infinity pool. Rooms include air conditioning and private bathrooms. Morning yoga is held in the open shala on the first floor among palm trees and rice fields, while ceremonies take place in the indoor shala on the ground floor. Both shalas are fully equipped with mats, blocks, straps, and bolsters.
Our days strike a balance between group activities and free time. Everything is optional, join as much or as little as you like. The schedule below provides a general idea but may shift as we go with the flow.
❥ 07:15 morning meditation & solar vinyasa
❥ 09:15 breakfast + free time
❥ 13:00 lunch
❥ 14:00 deep dive into surf theory & therapy w/ Inês
❥ 16:30 surf lesson
❥ 18:00 sunset gaze and singing circle at the beach
❥ 18:45 diner at Flowground
❥ 20:15 healing yin
A sample day
During a surf lesson I booked in Costa da Caparica, I was lucky enough to have Inês as my surf teacher. From the very first moment I knew: one day, we have to host a retreat together and here we are 🩵
Esther
I’m a yoga teacher and retreat facilitator with a love for weaving together yoga, movement and rituals that bring people back to themselves. My journey is rooted in creativity, connection and the elements. You can read more about me here.
Inês
Inês is a Portuguese singer-songwriter, surf teacher and former professional surfer from Costa de Caparica. Growing up in a family of surfers, the ocean has always been her home. After stepping away from competition, she followed her passion for music and released her debut single in 2021. With eight years of teaching experience, she brings a holistic vision of surfing that connects body, mind and the ocean. On this retreat, she will guide you not only through surf lessons, but also in surf theory sessions, as well as sharing her voice and guitar in our singing circles. You can connect with Inês on Instagram.
About Esther & Inês
What’s included?
Stay:
〰️ 6 days/5 nights' stay at Flowground
Yoga & movement
〰️ Daily sunrise meditation and fluid vinyasa flows led by Esther
〰️ Restorative yin sessions in the afternoon or evening
〰️ Breathwork, kriyas and creative workshops to explore the water element in movement
Surf
〰️ Four surf lessons with a local surf school, with participants split by level
〰️ Personal surf coaching, in‑depth surf theory and holistic surf therapy sessions with Inês
〰️ One surf session photographed
Activities & rituals
〰️ Sunrise meditations, sunset gazing and water ceremonies on the beach
〰️ Cacao and singing circle led by Esther and Inês, with live music and sacred songs
〰️ Connection circles and creative workshops to tap into your inner flow
〰️ Movie nights with inspiring surf films and other surprises to enhance your retreat experience
Food & drinks:
〰️ Daily lovingly prepared and nutritious plant-based breakfast, lunch and diner by our private chef at Flowground
〰️ Two dinners at local restaurants
〰️ Water & tea throughout the day + fruits
Extras
〰️ Ample time to relax, swim, surf, read and integrate
〰️ Little gifts and surprises along the way
@ Flow Ground (all prices are per person)
✽ Shared deluxe room for 2 persons (single beds) + private bathroom: Early bird until 21st of Sep: €1349,-
✽ Shared deluxe room for 3 persons (single beds) + private bathroom: Early bird until 21st of Sep: €1229,-
If you would like to book a private room send me a message.
How to book?
Send an email to hi.sacred.retreats@gmail.com and let me know which room you would like to book. After the conformation you pay the non-refundable deposit (€500) and the rest of the amount 10 weeks before the retreat.
Get in touch with me
I would love to meet you and have chat or call with you to discuss if the retreat is something for you. Send me here an email and I will contact you asap.
The investment
Extra info
What’s Not Included?
〰️ Your flight ticket
〰️ Transport from Colombo airport (approximately a 2.5-hour drive, around €65 by taxi).
〰️ 1 lunch will be at your own expense, the rest of the food is all-inclusive.
〰️ I will also organize some optional activities, such as surf lessons at my favorite spots or excursions. Everything is optional, so you can check in with yourself each day to see if you'd like to participate in any ‘extra’ activities.
Travel Information
〰️ Check-in from 15:00 PM + welcome drink & check-out at 11:00 AM
〰️ A WhatsApp group will be created to help everyone connect and chat. I'll share all the information with you about the beautiful places I've stayed in Sri Lanka, making it easy to plan your holiday around the retreat and explore the island’s beauty. There’s also the option to coordinate flights and share a taxi from the airport.
