Fitter Retreat: Portugal 2025

Join us for our EPIC Fitter Food Retreat in the Algarve, Portugal

Saturday 27 September - Thursday 02 October 2025

Escape with us to the stunning Monchique Mountains for an unforgettable experience this Autumn.

Immerse yourself in the most incredible environment for a transformational 5 days of movement, learning, great food, and even better company.

Each day is designed to offer the perfect balance of exercise, movement, education, relaxation, and conversation.

Expect a mix of strength and conditioning circuit training, yoga sessions, expert led workshops with delicious, nourishing meals throughout and the most amazing walks. All with plenty of time to relax, recharge and reconnect in truly stunning scenery.

And of course, guaranteed top-notch banter throughout!

What’s Included?

To make this an easy and stress-free experience, we’ve taken care of absolutely everything.

 Airport transfers to and from the venue

 Exclusive access to our secluded retreat venue, nestled in the Monchique Mountains with beautiful nature walks on our doorstep

 A selection of rooms, suites, or studios all of which are ensuite and with WiFi

 All meals, snacks and drinks during your stay with delicious and nutritious Fitter Food suitable for all dietary needs prepared by our very own private chef

 A variety of fitness sessions and activities suitable for all abilities 

 Engaging learning experiences and workshops covering health, fitness, nutrition and mindset by our team of experts

✅ Plenty of time to relax, explore, and connect with like-minded people

 Onsite swimming pool and jacuzzi 

The only thing you need to arrange? Your flights to Faro Airport – everything else is covered!

Accommodation and Catering

We have 12 beautiful en-suite rooms available and expect them to be in high demand.

All meals are provided at the retreat by our very own private chef who will be keeping us fueled with tasty and nutritious Fitter Food, with all dietary requirements catered for.

All prices are based on single occupancy, but if you’d like to share with a fellow Fittie, a friend, or a partner, just let us know. There’s a small supplement fee, but sharing will still work out more cost-effective per person. 

Email us at [email protected] prior to booking to discuss.

Secure your place today with just a £500 deposit.

Now the Exciting Bit: Choose Your Room...

Select from the options below to choose your accommodation at our Fitter Food Retreat. Prices below are based on single occupancy and include EVERYTHING.

Studio Room £2200

Our most luxurious room. Located on the upper part of the property, surrounded by beautiful cork trees and with great views of Picota mountain where you can enjoy the sunrise show.

This room benefits from air conditioning | floor heating | table | fiber optic WIFI | kitchenette | wardrobe | private bathroom | radio with iPod connection

Please note: this is a single occupancy booking. If you would like to bring a guest this is possible, please contact us prior to booking at [email protected].

Suite £2000

An incredible double room with its own living room, kitchenette, and a bath. Located on the upper floor you will enjoy the most prime and panoramic view from your balcony, overlooking the mountain landscape and the Atlantic Ocean.

This room benefits from air conditioning | floor heating | table | fiber optic WIFI | safe | wardrobe | private bathroom | kitchen utensils | radio with iPod connection 

Please note: this is a single occupancy booking. If you would like to bring a guest this is possible, please contact us prior to booking at [email protected].

Premium Double Room £1950

With views stretching to the mountain landscape and the Atlantic Ocean, the double premium rooms are an epic choice. These rooms are located on the upper floor which guarantee you an even better view of the Algarvian coastline. 

This room benefits from air conditioning | floor heating | table | fiber optic WIFI | safe | wardrobe | private bathroom | radio with iPod connection

Please note: this is a single occupancy booking. If you would like to bring a guest this is possible, please contact us prior to booking at [email protected].

Standard Double Room £1850

With views stretching to the mountain landscape and the Atlantic Ocean, the standard double rooms are a great choice. All come with a large panoramic balcony to enjoy.

This room benefits from air conditioning | floor heating | table | fiber optic WIFI | safe | wardrobe | private bathroom | radio with iPod connection 

Please note: this is a single occupancy booking. If you would like to bring a guest this is possible, please contact us prior to booking at [email protected].

Eco Double Room £1750

A lovely and spacious double room with internal garden view.

This room benefits from air conditioning | floor heating | table | fiber optic WIFI | safe | wardrobe | private bathroom | radio with iPod connection

Please note: this is a single occupancy booking. If you would like to bring a guest this is possible, please contact us prior to booking at [email protected].

This is more than just a retreat – it’s an experience that will leave you feeling energised, empowered, and inspired.

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out! Secure your spot today!

Frequently Asked Questions

An initial payment of £500 will reserve your room and a place at the retreat. The remainder of the payments will be billed monthly in 4 equal payments.

Deposit: Non-refundable but is transferrable to another date or alternative Fitter Food Ltd product or service

Payment refund tiers:

  • More than 120 days before the retreat = Full refund of payments made excluding the deposit
  • 90-119 days before the retreat = 50% refund of payments made excluding the deposit
  • 60-89 days before the retreat = 25% refund of payments made excluding the deposit
  • Less than 60 days before the retreat = No refund

Transfer options:

Any payments made can be transferred to another retreat date or as credit for any other Fitter Food Ltd service or product.

If you can find a replacement your booking can be transferred to someone else and you’ll receive a full refund.

 

Faro is the nearest airport to the retreat. We will arrange a morning and afternoon transfer so you are able to travel to the retreat venue.

Yes, our retreat venue benefits from Wifi. Wifi is also available in all bedrooms.

About Your Retreat Hosts...

Keris Marsden (NT Dip CNM, mBANT)

Keris runs a private nutritional therapy clinic and lectures in nutrition. She is also a personal trainer, yoga teacher and co-founded a healthy lifestyle company called Fitter Food with her partner Matt. Together they have co-authored two successful, published books and now coach online programmes.

Matt Whitmore

Matt Whitmore is a qualified Strength Coach, Personal Trainer, Nutritionist and Health Coach. He has over 20 years experience in the fitness industry and co-founded Fitter Food, a healthy lifestyle company, with his partner Keris Marsden. Together they co-authored two best selling, published recipe books and have run multiple health transformation programmes.