Yogya Balance offers yoga, meditation, retreats, and holistic wellness in Ericeira, Mafra, and Santa Cruz, Portugal.
Led by DGERT-certified teacher Nicole Carp (YTT 800), we support relaxation, balance, and wellbeing through accessible practices. My name is Nicole Carp and I am dedicated to helping people connect to themselves and each other. I strive to provide my students with a wholesome and safe yoga experience, customising each session according to their needs, unique health conditions and level of experien
ce. I hold a 700 hour + Hatha Yoga Certification by DGERT, having completed a Yoga and Vedanta Teacher Training led by Pedro Kupfer and master Swāmi Dayānanda. My educational background also includes 16 years of studying in a British International School, in Portugal, followed by a MA degree at Edinburgh University, Scotland, which has contributed to developing a multicultural mindset and a deep appreciation for diverse cultures. As a yoga instructor, I organize each session with an intention, clear alignment instructions, personalised posture modifications, and an empathetic attitude for ease of learning. I believe that regular yoga practice allows you to reconnect to your true essential nature, breath by breath, moment by moment, so that you are able to live calmly in the present moment.
01/06/2026
🌿 HATHA YOGA STARTS THIS WEEK! 🌿
🧘♀️ Every Tuesday & Thursday
⏰ 18:30 – 19:45
📍 Lua Holistic Space
Move • Breathe • Connect
✨ Join us on the mat!
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🌿 HATHA YOGA COMEÇA ESTA SEMANA! 🌿
🧘♀️ Todas as terças e quintas-feiras
⏰ 18h30 – 19h45
📍 Lua Holistic Space
Movimento • Respiração • Equilíbrio
✨ Esperamos por si no tapete!
08/05/2026
✨ Countryside calm meets coastal living 🌿🌊
Tucked away in the peaceful village of Encarnação, this beautifully restored 3-bedroom home blends authentic Portuguese soul with modern comfort ✨
Stone walls, warm interiors, sunny BBQ evenings, and ocean air just minutes away ☀️
🏡 3 bedrooms + office
🔥 Wood-burning stove + AC
🌿 Private outdoor deck & BBQ area
📍 Close to Ericeira, Mafra & Lisbon
A perfect space for slow mornings, remote work, weekend escapes, or full-time living by the coast.
Available from end of August.
DM for details or to schedule a viewing 💌
24/04/2026
✨ SUP YOGA SEASON IS OPEN ✨
New location • Calm ocean waters • Cascais
We’re opening the SUP Yoga season in Cascais, where calm, clear ocean waters create the perfect space to move, breathe, and connect.
Small groups of 6–8 people for a relaxed, supportive, and joyful experience.
SUP Yoga is one of the most unique ways to experience movement in nature. Practicing yoga on a paddle board gently challenges your balance, strengthens your core, and helps you stay present as you move with the rhythm of the sea.
YOGYA BALANCE
Stand Up Paddle Yoga • Ocean & River Experience 🌊🧘♀️
Get outside. Move. Breathe. Connect.
SUP Yoga combines:
• Yoga & mindful movement
• Time on the water
• Balance & core activation
• Nature, laughter, and presence
The paddle board adds a playful element of instability, keeping the practice light, fun, and accessible — no previous SUP or yoga experience needed.
✨ Optional add-on
• 1-hour Stand Up Paddle Boarding introduction
👥 Small groups: 6–8 people
💶 35 € per person | 280 € per group
🎉 Perfect for birthdays, bachelorettes, celebrations, or a unique group experience