Escape to the stunning Douro Valley at the FFS Fitness, where wellness meets nature in a tranquil and revitalizing environment.
Set against the backdrop of rolling vineyards and the serene Douro River, this retreat offers a luxurious and tranquil escape.
This exclusive retreat combines comfort and serenity with the rich culture and tradition of one of Portugal’s most iconic wine regions. Guests can immerse themselves in tailored fitness programs, explore picturesque villages, and guided hikes while soaking in the peaceful atmosphere. Whether you seek relaxation, adventure, or simply a break from the everyday, FFS Retreat promises an unforgettable experience in this enchanting corner of Portugal.
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Highlights:
4 days away in a exclusive Portuguese vineyard retreat
Make new friends for life
Regular workouts
Daily hikes
Reset and refresh time to chill
Swimming Pool
Explore and discover local Portugal secret spots and delicious local food
Ladies Only
ACCOMODATION:
The accommodation is set in a exclusive Portuguese vineyard retreat. With glorious views of the Douro Valley. The two houses overlooked the beautiful Douro Valley with views for miles. Perfectly encapsulating the allure of the surrounding countryside.
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On arrival guests will find two self-catered properties at their disposal; the main Quinta (1 double room suite) and Casa Pequeña, a smaller farmhouse located on a private terrace on the hillside just above (4 Super King Bedrooms sleeping 8).
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Casa Pequeña is a 4 bed house with an open plan living room, kitchen and views to drink your morning coffee from which are to die for.
Main Quinta has one private luxury suite with it's own entrance and is living room. Enjoy a touch of luxury with a stay in our spacious Douro Suite. This rooms include a separate lounge and seating area.
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Check-in Time: 14:00
Check-out Time: 12:00
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Casa Pequeña House:
Lower Ground: 1 Super King bedroom with shared bathroom.
1st Floor: 1 Super King Bedroom with ensuite, 2 Super King bedrooms with shared bathrooms.
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The Main Quinta: Douro Suite King Bedroom with ensuite
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Accommodation facilities:
Dining area
Fireplace
BBQ/ Pizza Oven
Swimming Pool
Kitchen
Large garden area over looking glorious Douro Valley views
Lounge with TV
Gym
Free parking
Free Wi-Fi
PROGRAM
The aim for this retreat is to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle of life and your laptop. You could either do lots of activities or sit and watch the world go by. As it’s in a fantastic location, you don’t have to do much, just sit back and relax.
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Here is a overview of the program, this is subject to change due to weather:
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Thursday – Arrival & Welcome
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Arrival at the Airport
Make your way to our retreat space in the stunning Douro Valley.
Transfers are not included, but we’re happy to offer advice or help arrange one—just let us know. -
Check-In & Settle In
Explore the grounds, unwind, and get ready to recharge over the coming days. -
Pre-Dinner Mobility Stretch
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Welcome Dinner
Join us for the first dinner of the retreat—a relaxed evening meal where you can meet fellow guests, enjoy fresh local food, and settle into the rhythm of the weekend.
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Friday – Movement, Nature & Choice
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Morning Workout
Start the day with an energising group session to get your body moving. -
Pool Dip
Refresh with a dip in the pool post-workout. -
Breakfast
Enjoy a wholesome and nourishing breakfast. -
Guided Local Hike
Take in the beauty of the region with a group hike through the surrounding landscape. -
Lunch
Refuel with a delicious midday meal. -
Afternoon Relaxation or Optional Activity
Take time to relax or, if you're feeling active, explore more using our hiking maps or make use of the gym facilities. -
Pre-Dinner Mobility Stretch (Friday or Saturday)
On one of the evenings—either Friday or Saturday—we’ll host a gentle mobility stretch session before dinner. It’s a great way to reset your body and wind down from the day’s activity. -
Dinner
Share a fresh and nourishing meal with the group.
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Saturday – River Adventure & Restore
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Morning Workout
Wake your body up with a revitalising morning workout. -
Breakfast
Fuel up for your next adventure. -
Kayaking on the Douro River
Paddle along the famous river with a guided kayaking experience—take in the peaceful scenery from the water. -
Lunch
Enjoy a satisfying and nutritious lunch. -
Afternoon Relaxation or Optional Activity
Lounge by the pool or get moving with an optional gym workout or self-guided hike using our provided maps. -
Pre-Dinner Mobility Stretch (Friday or Saturday)
This gentle stretch session will be offered on either Friday or Saturday evening, depending on the flow of the day. We’ll let you know which one on arrival. -
Dinner
Come together for a well-earned evening meal and relaxed conversation.
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Sunday – Farewell Morning
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Final Workout
One last energising session to close out the retreat feeling strong and balanced. -
Breakfast
A final group meal before departure. -
Depart by Midday
Check-out is at 12 PM.
Need help with transfers? Just ask—we’re happy to help guide you.
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HOST
Katie Skipper
I started my small group PT classes for ladies only five years ago to get women moving in a happy healthy safe environment. This retreat is to get everyone together whether you’re a FFS member or you wanted to try something new with like minding ladies this is a perfect way to get out in the fresh air of the Portuguese mountains and do something different whilst being refreshed and rejuvenated.
FOOD
Expect healthy dishes made with local produce, as well as delicious local wine. Dishes are based on traditional recipes while providing the nutritional quality and fuel you need for an active week. We will eat together around a table, whether in the comfort of our own accommodation or outside.​ Breakfast, lunch & dinner eat delicious meals prepared.
Meal Costs: Breakfast, lunch & dinner and soft drinks are included in your package. Alcoholic drinks are not included and we ask that guests pay for their own drinks separately.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation: 3 nights stay at our private villa estate; with exclusive use of the house, outdoor pool, gym and grounds.
All Meals & soft drinks: All meals throughout your stay including healthy snacks, teas & coffee.
All Outdoor Activities: Hikes, Kayaking and all other day trips.
Gym classes: All our functional fitness & mobility classes for the week are included, whether you choose to take part in the class or train independently
Retreat Gift Pack: A curated gift bag of essentials put together by Team FFS.
Photography: Photos and videos to keep the memories alive!​
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WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Getting there: You will need to arrange your own flights to Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (in Porto).
Transfers: Transfers are not included in the price. You can get to the villa via taxi, car hire or train. The transfer time of roughly 1hr 20 minutes drive/ train. Once you've secured your place, an FFS team member will contact you to support you with transfers.
Travel Insurance: We ask you to book this at your end with your provider of choice and send us confirmation of your insurance policy.
Alcoholic Drinks & Drinks out: All meals are included but we ask you to cover your own alcoholic drinks & drinks out individually during the week.
HOW TO BOOK
EARLY-BIRD PRICING
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Casa Pequeña House:
Lower Ground:
1 Super King bedroom with shared bathroom £510 based on 1 person. £410 per person based on 2 people.
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1st Floor:
1 Super King Bedroom with ensuite £560 based on 1 person. £453 per person based on 2 people.
1 Super King bedrooms with shared bathrooms £510 based on 1 person. £440 per person based on 2 people.
1 Super King bedrooms with shared bathrooms £510 based on 1 person. £440 per person based on 2 people.​​
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The Main Quinta:
Douro Suite King Bedroom with ensuite £590 based on 1 person. £480 per person based on 2 people.
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Payment
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Just £200 deposit to secure your place - and instalment plans are available for remaining balance.
ALL OUR DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
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Initial £200 deposit is due within 14 days of booking. Following this, you can opt to pay monthly instalments until the re:treat date. We will work with you to create a payment plan that suits you and work around pay days as needed.
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Once your payment is made, you’ll receive our Terms and Conditions to sign for your booking to be confirmed.
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IF YOU CANCEL YOUR BOOKING:
If you need to cancel your booking, you may be issued a partial refund depending on how close your cancellation request is to the start date of the trip. Below is an illustration of our refund timeline.
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Booking Deposit: Your deposit is non-refundable unless we (FightingFitSkip) have cancelled or postponed your trip.
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Up to 90 days before departure: If you need to cancel your booking up to 90 days before the start of a trip, we will keep your booking deposit but any other payments you have made to that date will be refunded to you.
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Between 60 and 90 days before departure: If you need to cancel your booking between 60 and 90 days before the start of the trip, we will retain 50% of the full cost of the trip and refund you any payments you have made over that amount.
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60 days or less before departure: We do not issue refunds less than 60 days from the start of a trip.
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T&C:
- You will not get a refund if you miss your transport or if it gets delayed.
- If you get injured FightingFitSkip and the team are not liable.
- If you don’t like the accommodation FightingFitSkip is not liable.
- If the retreat isn’t what you expected FightingFitSkip is not liable.
- If you lose your bags or personal possessions on the retreat FightingFitSkip is not liable.
- FightingFitSkip does not accept any liability for cancellations, delays or changes caused by war, threat of war, terrorist actions or threats, closure of airports, civil strife, industrial action, natural disaster, technical problems to transport, staff cancellations, or other events beyond our control.
- Physical activities are undertaken at your own risk. FightingFitSkip are not liable for any injuries you may incur, or medical conditions which may develop during or subsequent to the retreat.
- You acknowledge that you will voluntarily participate in our retreat with knowledge that travel involves numerous risks and dangers including, but not limited to, a risk of illness, injury or death.
- We highly recommend that you take out travel and health insurance. This should cover the activities included in the retreat, as well as unexpected cancellation, sickness, losses and any travel disruption.
- Covid-19 public health regulations - If the local public health policy prohibits gatherings and events from taking place, we will need to postpone the retreat and will notify you as soon as we have a new date. In that event, you have the option to move your booking to the next available date, or obtain a full refund from us.
Cleaning
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Uses cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus.
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Linens, towels and laundry washed in line with local authority guidelines.
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Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays.
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The accommodation partner we work with follows the guidelines of local authorities.
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Equipment for activities is disinfected before and/or after use.
Safety features
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Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by the local government.
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Hand sanitizer available in key areas.
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Process in place to check the health of guests.
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First aid kit available.