5 Yoga Holidays for Beginners in Europe & Beyond

Shanti-Som is a perfect yoga holiday for beginners who are looking for a luxury but authentic retreat. What better place to learn a new skill, relax and take a digital detox than in the warm Sierra de Las Nieves Nature Park near Marbella. With the winter months rarely dropping below 14 degrees, Shanti-Som is perfect for visiting any time of year. Here you will be taught both hatha and vinyasa yoga in the carefully constructed retreat that incorporates the natural surroundings and the guidelines of Feng-Shui to bring you a truly breathtaking experience that you won’t be able to get enough of. As well as an introduction to yoga you will be able to enjoy the mountainous backdrop, spa, swimming pool and a garden full of waterfalls and streams. The mantra at this retreat is “to reward, encourage and educate, but never judge you”, making this one of the ultimate yoga holidays for beginners.

Alpino Atlantico in Mardira combines the excitement of trying yoga for the first time, with ultimate relaxation. In this small adults-only retreat situated in the idyllic island of Madeira, you will get to try Downwards Dog with a view of the Atlantic Ocean from the glass-fronted yoga studio. Ideal for beginners, this retreat teaches gentle hatha yoga which will help you learn the basics, ready for your next retreat! To soothe any sore muscles this yoga holiday for beginners also hosts a spa with authentic Ayurvedic treatments overseen by an in-house Ayurvedic doctor. Even better, this retreat is a short-haul to Portugal, giving you all the benefits without having to fly all the way to India.

If you’re looking for a yoga holiday for beginners in a truly unique location, Thermana Park Lasko in Slovenia has what you are looking for. This retreat is surrounded by the most breathtaking views of Slovenia’s countryside, the perfect backdrop to your beginners yoga sessions. But this retreat has more than just yoga to offer its guest, with an indoor and outdoor pool, hiking trails, an authentic Ayurvedic programme, thermal water and dozens of family friendly activities for everyone to enjoy!

Porto Elounda Golf and Spa Resort in Greece is the yoga holiday for beginners that offers you a little piece of luxury. Overlooking a private bay in Crete, with 300 days of sunshine a year, this retreat is host to the famous and award winning luxury Six Senses Spa. With a hydro pool, various saunas and a wealth of treatments, you’ll be able to spoil your body and your senses after a day of mastering new yoga moves in one of its fitness classes. You will be able to experience all of this whilst looking out into the beautiful distant mountain ranges for a truly breathtaking experience.