Tennis & Yoga Retreats
Welcome to Alegria Retreats, a unique blend of mindful movement, sun-drenched landscapes and energising experiences. Our carefully curated Tennis & Yoga Retreats are designed to reawaken your vitality, balance your mind and body, and help you reconnect with yourself, with nature, and with joy.
Held in the heart of the Algarve, our retreats offer a rejuvenating escape. Whether you're a seasoned player, a yoga enthusiast, or simply seeking rest and renewal, our retreats are shaped to suit all levels and experiences.
In a world that rarely slows down, this is your time to pause. Rediscover your rhythm, nourish your body with local, fresh cuisine and move in ways that feel good. Let the sun warm your skin and the Atlantic breeze clear your mind.
You don’t need to be perfect - just present.
Alegria means joy in Portuguese and that’s the heartbeat of everything we do.
Founded by a team of passionate movement and wellness professionals, Alegria Portugal offers boutique retreats that bring people together in celebration of health, play, and personal growth.
Our retreats blend high-quality tennis coaching, restorative yoga and a nourishing lifestyle in one of the most beautiful coastal regions in Europe. We focus on experiential travel - time that leaves you not just rested, but renewed.
Every element has been considered, from morning match play and sunset flows to chef-prepared meals and tranquil surroundings. Our small group sizes ensure personal attention and space for true connection, both with yourself and others.
This isn’t just a getaway. It’s a return to what matters most: movement, balance, nature and joy.
Meet Your Coach
Nicola Reynolds - Founder, Tennis Professional & Chef
Nicola’s journey began on the court. A natural talent from a young age, she trained at the world-renowned Bollettieri Tennis Academy in Florida, sharing the courts with elite players and top coaches. Her career has since taken her across the globe, with standout roles including:
Head Tennis Pro on Necker Island as well as the Personal Pro to Sir Richard Branson
Tennis Director and Head tennis pro at Soneva Jani and Fairmont Maldives
Tennis Director at the Four Seasons Hampshire
Head Tennis Pro at the Four Seasons Nevis
WTA Sparring and Travel Coach
ITF Juniors High Performance Coach
But Nicola’s talents don’t end at tennis. A classically trained chef with a Cordon Bleu diploma and further training at Ballymaloe Cookery School in Ireland, she brings creativity and passion to the kitchen, crafting meals that nourish and delight.
Today, she leads Alegria with a vision to share her dual passions, tennis and culinary artistry, through immersive, one-of-a-kind retreats in Portugal.
Meet Your Yoga Teacher
Alice Trow - Yoga Instructor
Becoming the teacher Alice is today has been a journey of growth, resilience and deep transformation. Her teaching style is creative and expressive, built around dynamic flows that focus on strength, awareness, and the beauty of transitions. Alice, believes the space between postures holds the greatest potential - on the mat and in life. Expect a class that’s challenging yet playful, filled with breath, movement and a good dose of self-compassion. She teaches from a place of lived experience, with patience, presence and zero pressure to perform. Come as you are.
200 Hour RYS Yoga Teacher Certification from YOGA LONDON, 2014.
100 Hour Body Module from YOGA LONDON, 2015
300 Hour RYS (yoga alliance) RASA Yoga Teacher Training with SIANNA SHERMAN, 2017
100 hours Anatomy mentorship with Dr Mike Lane 2018-2020 + other anatomy workshop trainings in 2021
50 hours Yin Yoga training with Bernie Clark 2021
85 hours Pre/post natal training with Apple yoga 2021
The Villa
Alegria lies in a peaceful, rural corner of the Algarve, surrounded by 22 hectares of verdant avocado and citrus plantations. The spacious villa features a pool, a gym and a championship-sized tennis court.
The villa hosts a maximum of 12 guests per retreat and seeks to recreate the comfort of a home away from home where guests are free to wander the grounds, read, play the piano or just sunbathe in between retreat activities.
Our six ensuite bedrooms are light-filled sanctuaries designed to feel like your home away from home, a place to unwind after tennis, reflect after yoga and wake up restored for another day in the Algarve sunshine.
Choose the space that suits your stay:
Master Double Room - Our largest room, with a spacious bathroom and bathtub. Enjoy private access to the terrace and gardens, with beautiful views over the pool.
Garden Deluxe Double Room - Private garden access and terrace, views of the pool, and a luxurious bathtub for the ultimate wind-down.
Upstairs Deluxe Double Room - Private balcony overlooking the gardens and pool, complete with bathtub for a soothing soak.
Superior Twin Room - Direct terrace access with views of the garden and pool, perfect for friends sharing or solo travellers.
Twin Room - A cosy, quiet retreat without direct garden access, ideal for peaceful rest.
Each room is designed with thoughtful touches to enhance your stay:
Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Bathrobes & slippers
Mosquito nets / fly screens
Bathroom amenities
This is luxury without pretence. A natural, grounding space where you can breathe deeply, sleep soundly and live fully
Jake
“Nicola creates such a warm, grounded environment. The food was incredible, the setting was stunning, she managed to make everything feel relaxed and seamless. I’ve done several retreats before, but this one felt a level above!”
Sammy
“The level of care and service was beyond anything I’ve experienced on any other retreat. It’s so rare to find something that feels this personal, homey and special at the same time”
Day On Retreat
Every day at Alegria is crafted to help you move, rest and reconnect.
Sample Day
08:00 – Morning yoga and breathwork (gentle vinyasa flow)
09:30 – Nourishing, chef-prepared breakfast
10:30 – Tennis coaching - each session focuses on a daily theme e.g. serve and return
13:00 – A garden lunch consisting of fresh produce from the estate is served
14:00 – Free time or enjoy an optional activity: relax, swim, read, explore
17:00 – Restorative yoga or mobility/stretch session
19:00 – Dinner is served with wine and conversation
21:00 – Take your seats for an outdoor movie night. Enjoy a well-loved classic under the stars!
This is your retreat, so all sessions are optional. Choose what your body and mind need each day, we’re here to support your rhythm.
Eating On Retreat
Food is joy and it’s also nourishment. We embrace a 'healthy but hearty' eating philosophy with a focus on organic, clean eating. Daily meals are created through innovative cooking with fresh local ingredients.
All dietary requirements are catered for. We do not use the word 'restriction' here. The word is re'treat' after all.
Sample Menu
Breakfast:
Homemade granola with coconut yoghurt & Algarve honey
Sourdough toast with avocado & lemon harvested from the Quinta
Herbal teas and fresh orange juice
Lunch:
Grilled vegetable quinoa bowls with tahini dressing
Freshly baked flatbreads with hummus and olives
Chilled watermelon & mint salad
Dinner:
Roasted stuffed peppers with herbed couscous
Pesto butterbean salad
Dessert: Meringue roulade with fresh cream and summer berries
Each meal is served communally and family-style. This is a time to come together, share stories and enjoy the simple pleasure of good food in great company
FAQ’s
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Not at all! Nicola will tailor sessions to meet all experience levels.
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Accommodation, all meals, daily tennis sessions, trips to the nearby villages.
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No strict detoxes or restrictions, just balance. We serve wine, coffee, and desserts mindfully. It’s about feeling good, not going without.
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All dietary requirements are catered for. Please make the team aware at time of booking, so we ensure we prepare an inclusive menu for your stay.
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Comfortable clothes, trainers, swimwear. All equipment is provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own tennis racket.
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Absolutely. Many of our guests come alone and leave with lifelong friends.
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Yes you will. Each afternoon you’ll have a few hours at leisure, where you can head out and discover the wonders of the Algarve. We will also have a few planned excursions during your time at Alegria.
Where world-class tennis meets sun, serenity and joy in the heart of the Algarve. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, our boutique retreats blend expert coaching, fresh local cuisine and restorative downtime to help you move, rest and reconnect.
