Frequently Asked Questions

No. Yoga is a philosophical-practical system. You can practise regardless of any belief.

Yes. No commitment.

No. Flexibility is a result of practice, not a prerequisite.

No — classes are adapted to the level of each person present.

Pilates works mainly on core strength and control of movement. Yoga goes further — body, breath, mind and attention, on a philosophical and ethical foundation. At the Āshram we offer both. Try them and feel which suits you best.

It helps many people. Conscious breathing (prāṇāyāma) and deep relaxation (yoganidrā) calm the nervous system. It isn't magic, and it doesn't replace medical care — but it gives you real tools for handling everyday pressure. We have classes dedicated to emotional management.

Yoga isn't a diet or a gym routine. It can support a healthier life — more body awareness, less stress, better sleep — and that shows. If you're looking purely to lose weight fast, there are more direct paths. What Yoga gives you is deeper and longer-lasting.

Any age. We have classes for children, teenagers, adults and seniors. Yoga adapts to the person, not the other way round.

Of course. For centuries Yoga was practised by people of every gender and age — there's nothing in Yoga that's only for some.

It's the Yoga of body and energy — āsana (postures), prāṇāyāma (breathwork) and purification techniques. It's the foundation of what we practise, always connected to the ethical and mental dimension of Yoga. It isn't gymnastics: it's a doorway into something wider.

Comfortable clothing. No mat needed (we have tatami). Not on a full stomach (2 hours before).

Yes. A dedicated class on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM, plus other adaptable classes. We recommend starting from the second trimester.

Yes, we've offered adapted classes since 2011. The first step is an exploratory conversation. Contact: +351 914 244 792.

Unfortunately not — there are steps at the entrance. We're happy to explore alternatives for sessions run at institutions.

Yes. We have experience teaching Yoga to blind students.

Yes — classes marked with ★ run in person and online at the same time.

Rates available on request — with special conditions for families, students, seniors, unemployed people and healthcare professionals.

By WhatsApp (+351 914 244 792), our online form, or email (gayacentrodoyoga@gmail.com).

Rua Marquês de Sá da Bandeira, 418 — Vila Nova de Gaia. Street parking nearby. Bus routes 905 and 907.

Monday to Friday: 9:30 AM–8:30 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM · Sunday: closed.