Hello and Welcome!

My Story

I was born and raised in the beautiful archipelago of the Azores, and the ocean has always played an important role in my life.

I had dreamed of surfing since childhood, but life led me in different directions. I followed a traditional path—finish high school, go to college to study nutrition, become a successful nutritionist, and build a comfortable life. However, despite having what society considers a "good life," something was missing. I felt disconnected from my true self.

At the age of 26, when I was feeling stressed and unfulfilled, I decided to try surf for the first time.

It was love at first paddle. Surfing gave me a sense of freedom and joy that reignited the fun and passion in my life. I began to feel more confident and resilient as I learned to face challenges head-on, both in the water and in life. It helped me realize that life is about more than just ticking boxes—it's about truly living and connecting with what makes us happy.

A few years later, I discovered yoga, and this practice deepened my self-awareness even more.

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While yoga wasn’t love at first class, it eventually became the space where I found clarity, strength, and a sense of belonging. During my first trip to Bali, something clicked inside me, and I knew yoga would become a part of who I was. As I practiced more, I became more in tune with myself and found the courage to take bold steps—leaving a long-term relationship, stepping away from a 10-year career, and pursuing my heart's true calling.

In 2020, I completed my first 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, and soon after, I became a certified Surf Coach.

Since then, I’ve been on a journey of continuous learning and growth. Today, I am a 600-hour certified Yoga Teacher, with additional certifications in Yin Yoga and Yoga in pregnancy and postpartum. I've also expanded my skills as a certified Life Coach.​

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I combine Yoga, Surf and Coaching, to help you step out of your comfort zone and embrace life fully.
 
My mission is simple:

To help you live authentically and connect with your inner truth. Whether it’s through yoga or surfing, I create a space for you to look within, find what truly makes you happy, and help you build the confidence to pursue it. I understand the fears, the physical challenges, and the mental blocks that come with starting something new, especially later in life. But I also know the joy that comes with pushing through those obstacles and living the life of your dreams.

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