Yoga Retreats in Sandhi House

Sandhi House is a wellness and healthcare center in the coastal town of Ericeira, Portugal. It runs as a retreat and therapy clinic. The focus is on whole-body health, physical recovery, and mental wellbeing. The house has five decorated bedrooms and hosts 10 guests at most. This keeps stays private and peaceful.

Therapeutic Services and Wellness Programs

Wellness programs range from one-day retreats to seven-day getaways. Each one combines yoga with massage therapy. Guests can also try surfing, stand-up paddle yoga, and trekking along the Ericeira cliffs.

Specialists offer Ayurvedic Consultations that look for the root causes of imbalances, not just symptoms. The first consultation lasts up to 90 minutes and includes these steps:

• Full health assessment, including medical history and daily habits
• Nadi Pariksha – Ayurvedic pulse reading to assess internal imbalances
• Tongue and nail diagnosis
• Dosha analysis to determine each person's Ayurvedic constitution
• A personal diet and lifestyle plan

Consultations cover skin conditions like rosacea and eczema, as well as digestion and energy levels.

Massage and Bodywork Therapy

The massage team includes a registered physical therapist. Treatments target chronic pain, limited mobility, and muscle tension. His sessions are tailored to each client and may include rehab exercises if needed.

Massage therapies include:

• Deep Tissue Massage – works on the deeper layers of muscle to relieve muscle pain
• Thai Yoga Massage – uses static pressure and passive stretching along the body's energy lines
• Shiatsu Therapy – an ancient Japanese practice that supports the body's own ability to heal
• Hot Stone Massage – heated stones relax muscles, so the therapist can apply deeper pressure

For skin care, specialists perform Sandhi Signature Facials. These use natural, artisanal, plant-based products. The treatment includes a face-lifting massage with aventurine and jade stones.

Yoga and Movement Science

The seafront yoga shala has Manduka mats and props for every class. Infrared heating keeps the studio warm in colder months. Classes run daily all year round.

The founder has taught yoga and pilates for more than 15 years. She has also worked as a personal trainer for 30 years, including with top athletes.

Teachers on the team work in these styles:

• Hatha and Vinyasa yoga, including athletic flows for strength and mobility
• Yin Yoga to calm and restore
• Ashtanga Vinyasa as an integrative practice
• Kundalini Yoga, focused on conscious awareness and energy work
• Pregnancy and postnatal yoga

One teacher focuses on healthy alignment so energy can flow with ease. Her approach respects each body's uniqueness. Sound practitioners on the team blend sound with movement and breath in their classes.

Facilities and International Services

Guests can use an infrared sauna and a rooftop terrace with ocean views. The living room doubles as a coworking space with fast Wi-Fi.

Guest services include:

• Rooms and suites with town or ocean views
• Daily breakfast buffet with fresh fruit and homemade food
• A secure website with SSL-encrypted data exchange