200-Hour Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training & Wellness Retreat in Porto Santo, Portugal

Cristiano Yoga School runs this retreat from Casa do Pico, a quiet house on the slopes of Porto Santo with views over the Atlantic. Each week follows a steady rhythm: morning pranayama, then asana practice, then brunch and a yoga nidra session. Afternoons bring lectures and workshops tied to the week's theme, and evenings close with meditation, sometimes followed by storytelling or dancing. The teaching is rooted in the Ashtanga tradition, but the atmosphere is inclusive—complete beginners and experienced practitioners attend the same sessions, and you can choose to take part as a retreat guest or work toward teacher certification.

The island itself is the other half of the experience. Porto Santo's 9-kilometer golden beach is a short walk from the house, and the quiet roads are good for cycling or long walks. The retreat includes nature hikes with a local guide and group excursions, so you see more than just the yoga room. The food is plant-based, cooked by the hosts Matilde and Cristiano, and served as brunch and dinner each day.

What makes this different from a typical beach yoga holiday is the depth of the study. The teachers are experienced—Cristiano has been practicing since 2010 and trained in India, and Matilde completed her own certification in 2023—and the program is structured for serious learning. But it never feels like a grind. The small group size, the informal setting, and the island's relaxed pace keep it human. Whether you're here for a week of deep practice or the full month, you'll leave with a stronger practice and a clear sense of what the island has to offer.

What's included

- 27 nights accommodation - 2 delicious and nutritious plant-based meals daily (Brunch & Dinner) - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama classes - Daily lectures - Teacher training course and certification - Certificate upon successful completion - Specialized workshops - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Group excursions/activities - Course Manual - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Luggage storage - WiFi connection

What's not included

- Airport transfers (included, but if you need help booking, see concierge) - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Breakfast & lunch (brunch and dinner are provided) - Additional treatments not included in the itinerary - Additional activities not included in the itinerary