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Up and Coming Practices at MOY

Up and Coming Practices at MOY

As always let’s keep it simple, straight forward and to the point. We are a yoga centre full of international teachers in Lisbon city centre. Everything yoga. We actually spend more time in the studio teaching classes in full presence than we do on screens. So feel free to skip past the below and go straight to looking at the amazing diverse schedule we have each week, from Arm Balance progressions to Kundalini Kriyas we have something for everybody:

Daily Practices of Yoga in the Studio- Lisbon City Centre near Rossio Square

You want to know more about us?

If you have found yourself recently asking ‘where do I begin looking for an authentic place to practice yoga in Lisbon?’ You do need to do some research, dig deep and think about what it is you want from each class, the feeling a space gives you, the style and tone of a teacher. As you might have just found your favourite yoga home here!

Who are we at Ministry of Yoga?

We are a team of 6 teachers with diverse backgrounds from all corners of the world. Our classes are predominantly taught in English, however be prepared to learn Portuguese and Sanskrit words too. Unlike many other places we are specialised and devoted to Yoga. Many movement modalities are great but what sets our passion on fire is to delve deep into all pathways of yoga. Therefore we are not closed off to a specific lineage or guru, we are open to the many threads that yoga prescribes. We blend a fine balance of looking into history and learning from those that came before us whilst meeting modern science with todays discoveries. Expect a Philosophy topic to contemplate every week and an Asana of the week that helps you learn your own anatomy. We are here not just to teach a yoga class but to educate, inspire and carry the torch for yoga to continue in this day and age.

We run Yoga Teacher Training programs, Immersive Retreats in Portugal and Daily Classes and Workshops in Lisboa. Perhaps what’s most notable about us is all our programs and classes are limited to 10 people, you’re not just a number or body on a mat, we give you the attention and feedback you need.

Last Minute Retreat! 2 spots left at the Renew and Restore Weekend Retreat 18th-20th September- Mandira Retreat Centre

So if you’re serious about learning yoga, wanting to go past the trends, come see us and start uncovering the depths of your practice. You shall never feel intimidated to step into our shala, it’s actually because of you the yoga continues.

Yin Yoga Teacher Training with Zoe and International Teacher Trainer Vinay Jesta 30th Oct- 2nd Nov

Outdoor Yoga and Sunset Picnic with Zoe and Retreat Chef Kimberly

Thursday 24th Sept 18h30

Waitlist is open for our 2027 Teacher Training Programs, if you are thinking about becoming a yoga teacher or going personally deeper with a 200h training program fill out the form on our Yoga Teacher Training page.

If you have specific physical concerns before beginning a yoga practice, you can reach out to Zoe (Owner) to discuss where to start including an option for a personalised biomechanics assessment. Email: ztaylorministry@gmail.com or whatsapp +351 937 237 228

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10 Years of Being Here

10 Years of Being Here

This week we are finalising the classes for 2025 and as I sit here, I reflect upon the decade that MoY has become, 10 years of sharing our lives in this small yet profoundly deep space of yoga. There are no words that describe this feeling but I will endeavour to share (on our socials) some of the stories that have kept us going. The courage and determination, the highs and lows, the heart beat of the studio~ which is the practitioners and teachers along with the thousands of hours of practice held here. Yoga brings life to this room, to this building, to our Ginjinha Street of Lisboa. What an absolute wild wave that we’ll continue to ride in the forseeable future.

To celebrate the space that has held many souls along their Lisbon Life Journey, there will be a festa. In our usual birthday style of donation classes, a community gathering, with the teachers guiding you through some of their best work. Let’s Celebrate 10 Years of Ministry of Yoga on Sunday 11th January 2026. Come for a class and hang out at lunch break to chat and swap MoY stories.

Our studio will close between Sunday 21st Dec 2025, the winter solstice a time for pausing and reflecting… maybe even hibernating. Reopening with a special Yintention event led by Daya Lupinacci on Sunday 4th January 2026. Our full schedule of classes recommence on Monday 5th January 2026.

Now 2026 wont just be a usual year….. there is something big bubbling under the surface that we know will light your fire and inspire your practice. For the first time ever, Ministry of Yoga will host a Teacher Training (YTT) here in Lisbon with both 30hr Yin YTT and 200hr Foundation YTT. You will be able to come and immerse yourself in yogic knowledge, co-facilitated by your own MoY teacher Zoe Taylor and International Yoga Teacher Vinay Jesta. Zoe and Vinay connected 8 years ago as Vinay guided an advanced teacher training in Poland in which Zoe attended. It’s such an honour to teach by the side of your teacher, sharing the yogic knowledge and making it accessible locally. The first training is Yin YTT 30hour, 13th-16th March, Vinay will also lead numerous workshops and master classes whilst he is here in Lisbon from 6th-16th March, such as Inversions, Backbends and 5 Elements. The 200hr YTT will be held later in 2026 and we are taking expression of interest from now.

At MoY we take pride in providing a space where you feel seen and welcomed as a practitioner of yoga. Coming together from many walks of life, we are here to continue to reflect on yogic traditions as well as modern adaptations, a practice that is enduring not just a trend, something for future generations to know and feel in their lifetime.

Have a wonderful close to 2025 and we are absolutely looking forward to seeing you right here in 2026.

10 years of coming here each day with Zoe and the MoY Team

Pssssst if you get this far…. at our birthday celebration on 11th January we’ll be giving out 50€ gift vouchers for ALL Mandira Yoga retreats. Take a look at the incredible list of retreat already to go in 2026.

Back to Balance

Back to Balance

As the peak of summer heat passes once again, we find ourselves shifting into a different phase of interaction. September almost feels like a new beginning, a new year in itself, yet carries the scent of the familiar. The steady balanced routines begin again. Planning the week of work and of service, moments to move and meditate, moments to be and to do. As we reflect on how we can grow in offering you the practices of yoga of what you need, when you need it, the next evolution of our teachings and your opportunity to study begins to show.

At our yoga studio in the heart of the city, we will continue with the daily dose of practices (25 classes per week) and longer format workshops. Then, when we can we’ll head out to the country side to the literal ‘Centre of Portugal’ for weekend retreats. A small independent owner led yoga business that looks to pass on the knowledge of yoga when and how we can.

So where would you like to be? What would you like to experience? or perhaps learn more about? Here’s the news……

2x New Regular Classes with Zoe beginning 10th September 2025

  • Arm Balance Progression 6pm Wednesday– A 45min session each week to refine your technique and build strength to arm balance.
  • Vinyasa Yoga 7pm Wednesday– A new class for those that may finish work later and still love the dynamic movement of Vinyasa practice.

Workshops and Studio Events

  • Journal and Meditation Workshop with Sara Vale 6th September 3pm-5pm
  • International Guest Instructor Tammy Williams 11th September (6:30pm & 8pm group classes)
  • Breathwork and CommuniTEA with Jessi Attenborough 28th September 11am-12:30pm
  • Sound Healing with Joao Sant’Anna Leite 12th October 11am-1pm

Weekend Retreats at Mandira Yoga Centre

  • Autumn Equinox Renew and Restore Retreat 19th-21st September
  • Comm-Unity Gathering 3rd-5th October

If something here calls out to you, come and find out why.

Book a class or a workshop directly through our studio timetable

More about our weekend retreats? Click the button below:

As always you can follow us on the socials to stay up to date with our yogic philosophy and postural studies each week.

In light of the tragic event that occurred in Lisbon on 3rd September 2025, we send love and condolences to all the victims and their beloved friends and family of the Elevador da Glória (funicular) crash. May we continue to strive to support everyone and everything in ways we can.

Much love,

Zoe & The MoY Team.

*Photo credit: S Murphy (candidmoments.eu)

Yoga Everyday in Lisbon Portugal

Yoga Everyday in Lisbon Portugal

Looking for a place to practice yoga in the town centre of Lisbon, Portugal? Whilst traveling in 2013, Zoe the founder of Ministry of Yoga planted a Sankulpa (intention) to teach yoga everyday in Lisbon. It took 18months to move life from Australia and another 5 months to find a space, this came to fruition when she opened a small studio in Rossio, January 2016. Yes! for almost 10 years we have been filling the studio with both Portuguese locals and visiting yogis alike. The secret to longevity is to keep it simple, max. 10 yoga mats (no rental required), props, 4 walls, a bathroom and a team of incredible teachers with diverse backgrounds and an immense passion for yoga. If you are looking for a genuine space that puts you and the practice in the centre of what they do and teach, then you’ve found it!

Join us for a 3 class trial for €30 (or memberships and more found here), at the start of class let us know about your current practice or if you are a beginner, our teachers are well versed in being adaptable. One of the many benefits of smaller classes is we truly get to connect.

Yoga the word, is roughly translated to Union we believe in keeping this alive, uniting people in presence from around the world. Whether you live in Lisbon or passing through, we want to meet you. Every week we study a new topic of philosophy and highlight one Asana (posture) to deep dive, keeping our classes both educational and practical. Exploring all limbs of yoga.

Needing a longer and deeper immersion in yoga? We offer weekend stays once per month in the centre of Portugal surrounded by nature (March to October exc. August)

That’s it, that’s us, the rest is on the mat. See you there

Zoe and The MoY Team