Retreats - South Africa

18/09/2026

🎾 LADIES PADEL RETREAT | DAYS 1 & 2
📍 St Francis Bay, South Africa | 16–20 September

What an incredible start to our September Ladies Padel Retreat! 💛

DAY 1 | WEDNESDAY

Our ladies arrived on Wednesday afternoon, flying in mainly from KZN/Durban, with a few joining us from Johannesburg, and were welcomed by a rather rainy St Francis Bay! 🌧️

Luckily, we had our indoor courts ready and waiting, so we could get straight onto the padel courts for our first Americano session. 🎾

Afterwards, we headed back to Long Island Villa for dinner and our introductory evening. Everyone had a chance to introduce themselves and share a little about who they are and what they do.

And wow… what a group of women! ❤️

Businesswomen, moms, corporate executives, women in the health and wellness industry and so many different walks of life. From the very beginning, there was such great energy, positive vibes and a genuine excitement about the few days ahead.

DAY 2 | THURSDAY

We started bright and early at Granny’s Pool with a sea swim in the Indian Ocean 🌊 followed by a Hot Hut sauna overlooking the ocean.

We were seriously impressed that almost everyone braved the sea swim! 😂👏 After warming up in the sauna, the ladies enjoyed a Revive hydration sachet before heading back to their villas for a relaxed self-catering breakfast.

Then it was time to get back onto the courts!

We split into two groups. Half the ladies started with a 90-minute padel coaching session, while the other half joined Sherry at the River Club gym for a fascia release class, very welcome after all the padel and a great way to loosen up for the days ahead. The groups then swapped over.

Our coaches, Justin and Keanu, were incredible once again. The ladies worked on glass work, overhead smashes, strategic gameplay, rally positioning and where and when to place the ball. So much valuable learning, and it was great seeing everyone excited to put their new skills into practice. 🎾

After lunch back at the villas, it was time for a little St Francis fun and relaxation.

One group headed out onto the beautiful St Francis Bay canals with Captain Kev 🚤 — always guaranteed to provide plenty of laughs, local knowledge and his famous dad jokes! 😂

Meanwhile, the other group enjoyed 60-minute full-body massages at the Beauty Bar and a well-deserved relaxing afternoon. 💆‍♀️

Then it was back to the courts for another Americano session before heading home for dinner.

With the chilly weather outside, the evening ended perfectly — fires going, everyone snuggled up on the couches, chatting, laughing and getting to know each other. 🔥❤️

Two days in and already new friendships are forming, lots of padel is being played, skills are improving and there has been SO much laughter.

A wonderful start to our September Ladies Padel Retreat in beautiful St Francis Bay. 🎾🌊

And we’re only halfway through… 💛

26/07/2026

A few days away, playing padel in paradise, can change everything 🌴Join us in beautiful St. Francis Bay for a luxury ladies padel retreat combining great padel, stunning luxury accommodation, wellness, laughter and new friendships.

Come with friends or come solo, we will take care of the rest. 🌿

Guests fly into the Port Elizabeth Airport and make their way to St Francis Bay. Everything is covered once you arrive.

Whatsapp Donné on 0825728472 with your questions or for a booking form.

01/06/2026

Retreats South Africa creates beautifully curated luxury retreat experiences in the coastal village of St Francis Bay.

From ladies padel retreats to wellness escapes and bespoke group experiences, our retreats are designed to help you pause, reconnect, move, rest, and create meaningful memories. Expect beautiful spaces, thoughtful details, local experiences, and genuine connection.

Whether you come alone or with friends, you’ll leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and part of something special.

18/05/2026

✨ MAY 2026 LADIES PADEL RETREAT ✨
📍 St Francis Bay, South Africa

Day 3&4 🎉🚐🛍️‼️

DAY 3 – FRIDAY ✨

Friday morning started early with one of the most magical sunrise outings of the retreat. 🔆🌅

We headed to Bruce’s Coffee at Granny’s Pool where the ladies watched local swimmers doing their icy morning ocean dips while others enjoyed the mobile sauna overlooking the sea. The group walked the stunning coastline and bush paths and watched surfers taking on the famous waves at Bruce’s Beauties — one of South Africa’s most iconic surf spots.

After breakfast and coffee runs, we returned to The River Club for another morning of coaching and round robin games. 👏Friday’s coaching focused more on teamwork, partner movement, court coverage and strategically moving to the net together.

The afternoon once again brought massages, relaxation, chats on balconies, beach walks, swims and wonderful conversations. 💛

Some ladies also chose to play additional competitive matches against local players, adding even more exciting padel to the weekend.🎉

That evening, the ladies enjoyed one of the highlights of the retreat — a beautiful sunset canal cruise through the St Francis Bay waterways, the ladies soaked in the beauty of St Francis Bay from the water.

After the cruise, the evening unfolded in different ways:
• Some ladies enjoyed dinner at their villas
• Some headed out for dinner and dessert
• Others relaxed together chatting late into the evening
• Some ladies stayed in playing card games and simply enjoying each other’s company

✨ DAY 4 – SATURDAY ✨

Saturday was tournament day — and the excitement was high from early morning. ⭐️💛

Some ladies started the day with sunrise swims at Cape St Francis Beach, while others walked to the local bakery or enjoyed a slow breakfast at the villas, and other did some shopping in town before heading to The River Club for the Ladies Retreat Classic Tournament.

The tournament kicked off at 10am with exciting round robin rounds throughout the morning, followed by finals and playoffs in the afternoon. The atmosphere was incredible — competitive yet supportive, with laughter, encouragement and great sportsmanship throughout the day. 🛍️💕

We enjoyed a beautiful harvest table lunch at The River Club before finishing the tournament and moving into prize giving, where every single lady received a prize for her efforts and contribution to the retreat.

🏆 Tournament Winners:
Brenda & Adele from Durban 🐬

🏆 Finalists:
Nadia & Razya from Zambia 🇿🇲

After padel, the ladies headed to The Cove for a breathtaking sunset picnic overlooking the Kromme River and the St Francis Bay coastline. 🌅We sat with music playing, while the sun disappeared over the water, surrounded by local fishermen and families enjoying the evening. It was one of those truly magical St Francis Bay moments.

That evening, we returned to the villa for our final dinner — a delicious steak and prawn feast catered by Coastal Collective. After dinner, the ladies taught us Lebanese dancing and the dining room quickly turned into laughter, dancing and celebration.

Some ladies later headed out for oysters and dessert at Chokka Block at the port, while others stayed behind relaxing at the villas and soaking up the final evening together.

✨ DAY 5 – SUNDAY ✨

Sunday morning arrived far too quickly.

Some ladies headed for one final sunrise swim at Cape St Francis Beach while others enjoyed sleeping in and soaking up the peaceful final moments at the villas before packing up and heading back to the airport for flights home.

What makes these retreats so special is that they become about so much more than just padel.

Women arrive as strangers and leave feeling connected, refreshed, inspired and re-energised. There were laughs, tears, deep conversations, encouragement and genuine connection between women from so many different walks of life.

What a truly incredible group of ladies. 🤍

Until next time…
Travel. Connect. Reset. Padel.

18/05/2026

✨ MAY 2026 LADIES PADEL RETREAT ✨
📍 St Francis Bay, South Africa

Day 1 & 2 🎉🚐🛍️‼️

Our May 2026 Ladies Padel Retreat was nothing short of spectacular. After heavy rains in the area leading up to the retreat, the skies cleared just in time for our guests to arrive, and we were blessed with lovely weather for the entire week. ☀️🌴🎾

16 incredible women from all over Southern Africa joined us in beautiful St Francis Bay — with ladies travelling from Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban and Zambia. Some arrived via shuttle service from Port Elizabeth airport, while others hired cars and explored our beautiful little coastal town throughout the retreat. ⭐️

✨ DAY 1 – WEDNESDAY ✨

The ladies arrived throughout the day and settled into their stunning villas along the canals of St Francis Bay before heading to The River Club for our welcome Americano. There was laughter, nerves, excitement and already the start of wonderful connections forming between women who had never met before.🚌💕

After our social Americano padel evening, we enjoyed a delicious curry night welcome dinner where each lady introduced herself and shared why she had chosen to come on the retreat. It was such a special evening filled with warmth, vulnerability, connection and lots of laughs.

✨ DAY 2 – THURSDAY ✨

Thursday morning started slowly and beautifully with breakfast at the villas before heading off to our first coaching session with Justin from Impey Padel Academy in Port Elizabeth.

The ladies worked on:
• Glass play and learning how to retrieve balls off all three glass panels
• Volleys and overhead shots
• Court positioning and movement

While one group received coaching, the other group played matches on the remaining courts, creating such a fun and energetic atmosphere at The River Club.

After three hours on court, the ladies headed back to the villas for lunch and relaxation. Half the group enjoyed full body massages while others were treated to foot and leg massages from our wonderful mobile masseuse. Some ladies explored Cape St Francis, others walked on the beach, while many simply relaxed on balconies overlooking the canals.

Later that afternoon, some ladies enjoyed extra competitive matches against local St Francis Bay ladies, bringing some exciting high-level padel into the retreat. 🔆🎾

One of the absolute highlights of the retreat was our evening strategy coaching session with Justin. 🎾We sat around the whiteboard watching professional padel matches while Justin explained positioning, movement after serves, how to play in triangles and how to work strategically with your partner on court. The ladies absolutely loved understanding the deeper strategy behind the game.

That evening, after dinner, we ended the day with a beautiful Yoga Nidra session with Debbie — a deeply relaxing form of guided meditation and nervous system reset that the ladies thoroughly enjoyed.💛

16/05/2026

Padel Retreat Tournament Day
May 2026

05/05/2026

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04/05/2026

This is where the magic happens during our Ladies Padel Retreats 💙

Set alongside the beautiful Kromme River, this incredible venue truly has everything you could want in one place — from sport and wellness to relaxation and connection.

✨ Facilities include:
• 2 indoor panoramic padel courts
• 3 outdoor padel courts
• Fully equipped gym
• Sauna, ice bath & recovery spaces
• Swimming pool
• Studio for yoga & fitness sessions
• Restaurant, café & two vibey pubs
• Beautiful outdoor areas to relax and connect

Whether we’re doing coaching sessions, competitive round robins, or fun Americanos… this space creates the perfect energy for both growth and enjoyment.

It’s not just about padel — it’s about the experience.
Movement, connection, laughter, and a little bit of luxury all in one place.

This is why our retreats feel so special ✨

Contact Donné for more info
Whatsapp - 0825728472

13/04/2026

25/03/2026

If you’ve been needing a break — this is for you 🔆 Travel, Connect, Reset & Padel 💫
Choose yourself 🌷🎾

Four days to move your body, clear your mind, and reconnect with yourself. Surrounded by like-minded women, who just get it.

More than a getaway — it’s a full mind, body, and soul reset.

Book your Ladies Padel Retreat today 💛
Whatsapp Donné 0825728472