Hovara studio entrance — soft warm lighting through tall windows in a Pombaline townhouse on Rua da Boavista.
Find us · 02

Rua da Boavista 142,
1200-070 Lisboa.

Top two floors of a Pombaline townhouse, two minutes’ walk from Estrela basilica. The entrance is between the bookshop and the wine merchant — small enamel sign, brass bell, no street number on the door.

First class · 03

Book your free first class.

Tell us a bit about yourself and pick a class — we’ll confirm by email and have your mat set up before you arrive.

We confirm by email · usually within an hour

Practical things · 04

Before you arrive.

The essentials for a calm visit. If something on this list isn’t clear, email and we’ll talk you through.

Getting here

Transport

Tram 28 stops at Estrela (3 min walk). Metro: Rato (8 min). Buses 706, 727, 738 stop on Avenida Álvares Cabral. Two minutes from Estrela basilica gardens.

Bicycles & cars

Parking

Six bicycle racks outside, two cargo bike spaces. No on-site parking; the closest paid car park is at Estrela (4 min walk). Members can request overnight bike storage.

Accessibility

Step-free

Step-free entry to ground floor (tea room). Studio A and Studio B are on the 3rd and 2nd floors with no lift — we’re actively planning one. Email if you need help.

What we provide

All free

Mats, blocks, bolsters, blankets, small towels, hot showers, drinking water, and a tea room. Bring your own padlock for lockers, or borrow one at reception.

Children & teens

Family classes

Children under 14 only in our Saturday family yoga (10:30, 60 min, €12 / family). Teens 14+ welcome in regular classes with a parental waiver.

Pregnancy & injury

Modifications

All teachers are trained in pregnancy and injury modifications. Email us in advance with details and we’ll match you to the right class and teacher.

Other channels · 05

Press, careers, and partnerships.

Hovara is a small studio. We don’t do brand sponsorships, but we partner with local cafés, bookstores, and community groups. Always email — we read everything.

Press

Editorial

For interviews, photo shoots, and editorial coverage. Please give 5 working days’ notice. press@hovara.studio

Careers

Open roles

2 open teacher positions for 2026 (vinyasa & yin). 1 reception & community role. careers@hovara.studio

Workshops & corporate

Bookings

Weekend workshops, corporate sessions, retreats. Sliding scale for charities and community groups. hello@hovara.studio