Hatha Yoga Retreats in Ericeira, Portugal in December

One of only two World Surfing Reserves in Europe, Ericeira combines serious surf with a strong yoga and wellness community — an hour from Lisbon. Retreats typically run 5–14 days, with daily practice sessions morning and evening, meals included, and accommodation on-site. The experience in Ericeira is shaped by the local culture, climate, and teacher community — making it meaningfully different from retreats at home.

Classical posture practice — the foundation of all yoga traditions. Ericeira's retreat infrastructure supports this style particularly well — experienced teachers, appropriate facilities, and the right environment for the depth of practice Hatha requires.

December is outside Ericeira's peak retreat season. The advantages: lower prices, smaller groups, and often a more intimate atmosphere. Most retreat centres operate year-round and the quality of teaching is unchanged. The main variable is weather — check the specific centre's advice for December conditions.

Browse the retreats listed on this page — each one links directly to the retreat centre for enquiry or booking. For personalised recommendations, you can also reach us on WhatsApp. We do not take commissions, so our recommendations are entirely based on quality.