Activity holidays in Turkey

Sailing

We are fortunate to have a resort in such a unique location, and when you try sailing with us, you’ll soon see what makes it so magical. For anyone completely new to sailing, you’ll have lucked into learning the sport in a great location.

Facing west towards the Mediterranean, Phokaia is a sailor’s paradise. Wind conditions are what you’d expect (mild in the morning, fun in the afternoon), and with the natural shelter provided from a large cove around us, it has just the right kind of breeze to make sailing a doddle.

Winds can get up around a five on the Beaufort scale later in the day, and that’s when confident sailors would be best to head out and see if they can pick up speed.

For guests trying sailing for the first time we have some fantastic free lessons you can take advantage of as a Mark Warner holiday-maker.

Our Sailing Regatta Weeks will take place this summer at our Phokaia Beach Resort on the weeks of the 3rd June and 23rd September 2025. The dinghy racing week involves dinghy and multihull racing, coupled with race tuition, clinics and feedback sessions to improve your performance.  There is no charge to join our Sailing Regatta Weeks.

RYA sailing courses are some of the best in the world and we’re delighted to offer them for guests at Phokaia Beach Resort. Whether it’s your first time getting in a sailboat, or you’ve had plenty of experience commanding a sail, there’s a course that will take you to that next level. We also offer youth RYA courses specifically for our younger sailors.  

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Windsurfing

Phokaia Beach Resort's location has great Mediterranean conditions- the gentle cross-shore breeze in the morning is perfect for beginners, which increases to steady cross-shore in the afternoon. 

Our local and UK instructors offer windsurfing courses including introductory, improver clinics, youth courses and private lessons.

We have a wide range of sails to satisfy the demands of all levels of windsurfer. For those starting out, we have a wide selection of stable beginner and improver boards. 

We offer a large range of equipment for guest use, including Starboard and RRD boards. 

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP)

SUP Boarding is a great way for new and experienced watersports enthusiasts to get out on the water with little to no experience. The skills needed to stand up paddleboard can be learned quickly it's such a fun, easy way to play on the water and enjoy the views as you work out.

Paddleboarding offers an amazing full body workout. It can burn up to 700 calories an hour and is a great all-round workout that helps to improve balance and allows you to gain core strength. Besides standing, you can sit, kneel or lay on a paddleboard. The movement of your body with the paddle strengthens the upper body region.

Sunset and Sunrise SUP are great sessions - along the coast or sailing area they are a refreshing and invigorating way to start or end the day. Sunset SUP is offered on selected evenings during your stay, and includes an evening workout on the flat, tranquil sea as the sun goes down. These 45 minute sessions are available for a nominal fee locally as they operate outside waterfront hours. 

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Kayaking

Kayaking in Phokaia Beach is a great way to explore the local coastline and is perfect for those who want to get on the water, but might not be keen to sail and windsurf. Our kayaks come with double-ended paddles and are great for calm paddling in the early mornings to powering through the waves when the wind picks up.

All of our beach resorts have kayaks available to take out free of charge. Our fully qualified instructors will help you carry your kayak to the water and even offer you a few tips and pointers if needed. There is no time limit and you can spend as long as you wish out on the water when the waterfront is open. 

Children booked into our childcare including Mini, Junior, Kidz and Indy Clubs have kayaking sessions included in their programme. A great way to have fun out on the water with their new friends.

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Waterskiing and Wakeboarding

Waterskiing and wakeboarding are offered on a ‘pay as you go’ basis at Phokaia Beach Resort. Adults and children 6 years and over can participate, we offer a free dry land lesson to everyone keen to participate in this sport. 

Lessons are on offer from complete beginner to improver levels.

Bookings are made in resort and are charged in Turkish lira.

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Tennis

Mark Warner’s Phokaia Beach Resort is the perfect destination for your next tennis holiday in Turkey. Our state of the art tennis facility has four floodlit tennis courts set up in 2 groups end to end. Our team of professional LTA accredited coaches are also on hand to put you through your paces, whatever your standard.

On the first day of your holiday come along to our "Festival of Tennis" and chat to our coaches about your game. There will always be a court available for social play, with organised Social sessions each evening, and you can borrow tennis racquets and balls supplied by our specialist partner HEAD. For those that want to take things a little more seriously we offer a range of courses for both adults and children.

As well as our professional coaching programme and classes, we also have fun tennis activities to get involved in for those who want to play in a relaxed and social environment. We offer social tennis, where you can practice with other guests at the same level as you and enjoy the company of old and new friends.

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Pickleball

New for 2023

New to Phokaia in 2023 were 3 new pickleball courts that have proved to be a popular addition.

Pickleball is a fast-paced, paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. It is played on a small court with a low net, making it accessible to people of all ages and skill levels. The game involves using a solid paddle to hit a perforated plastic ball over the net. Pickleball can be played in singles or doubles, and Its popularity has been rapidly growing worldwide due to its easy-to-learn nature and the opportunity for competitive play. Whether you're a seasoned baller or a beginner, pickleball offers a thrilling and inclusive experience for all. 

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Cycling

The town of Foça and its beautiful surroundings offer a balanced variety of cycling among other things to do, for avid racers and first timers alike. Whether you see yourself pedalling along the colourful, boat-lined sea front avenue and taking in the serene fishing village feel, or climbing through rocky mountain passes with a stunning backdrop, Phokaia Beach has you covered. 

Whether you want to explore under your own steam and hire a mountain bike for a romantic spin or hike along the coast, or take a road cycling  tour with our cycling guides, both options are free of charge. 

If you opt for the latter, our keen guides offer a variety of mountain and road bike tours from easy-going spins taking in the nearby coffee shops to the grand tour, which will take you up the best climbs in town. Our guides will be able to offer you advice and coaching so you can improve your technique, whilst enjoying the beautiful scenery and climate.

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Scuba Diving

With a backdrop of rolling green hills and spectacular sunsets, our Phokaia Beach Resort is an idyllic setting for a diving holiday. The Aegean Sea is known for having warmer waters, and the local area has lots of small bays and shallow areas rich with vibrant marine life.

Our PADI dive courses on offer range from introductory lessons to advanced courses on open water diving. 

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