• Mudras – Part 2

    The Secret within your Hands. Our hands are the most active tools of the human body. We use them all the time—to eat, write, play, and express ourselves. Our hands have millions of sensory receptors, which makes them very sensitive to touch, pressure, temperature, and texture. In many ways, they are an extension of how…

    Mudras – Part 2
  • Mudras – Part 1

    Simple Gestures with Powerful Benefits Mudras, coming from the Sanskrit words for “gesture” or “seal,” are specific hand and finger positions that are believed to regulate the flow of prana = vital life energy. From a yogic point of view, these hand gestures help energy flow in the body. This can improve your focus, calm…

    Mudras – Part 1
  • Yoga and Fascia

    Hello, great to see you ready to learn about fascia! Thanks to scientific research, fascia – the connective tissue that surrounds every muscle, organ, and joint, has become a hot topic in medicine, sports science, and movement practices. I’d like to share some insights about Fascia and Yoga.  In my work as a physiotherapist and…

    Yoga and Fascia
  • Yoga Meets Animal Movement

    As part of nature, humans have always learned from animals and the environment around us. Innovations like Velcro, inspired by burrs that stick to fur, and airplanes, modeled after the flight of birds, many inventions show humans deep inspiration from nature. What is Animal or Primal Movement?It is a training style inspired by animals naturally…

    Yoga Meets Animal Movement
  • Balance – Is It the Key to Well-Being?

    You’ve probably noticed — balance is everywhere. It comes up in conversations about health, mindfulness, work, and life in general. But is it just another buzzword, or does it really matter? Balance isn’t just about staying calm or keeping things equal. It’s about how you manage change, stress, and competing demands. It takes discipline, awareness,…

    Balance –                            Is It the Key to Well-Being?
  • Yoga Basics # 11 Practice is the key!

    “Practice, and all is coming.”This well-known phrase by yoga teacher Sri K. Pattabhi Jois reminds us of the power of consistent, dedicated practice. It’s through showing up regularly that we grow, deepen our self-understanding, and experience transformation through yoga. As we wrap up our Yoga Basics Series after 10 weeks, let’s take a moment to…

    Yoga Basics # 11 Practice is the key!
  • Yoga Basics #10 The Timeless Wisdom of Yoga Philosophy

    After building a foundation in breathwork and asana alignment, in our 10th session of Yoga Basics, I’d like to give you a glimpse into Yogic philosophy. We explore the Eight Limbs of Yoga, outlined in the Yoga Sutras by Patanjali, who compiled this ancient wisdom into 195 aphorisms. These eight steps offer a complete path…

    Yoga Basics #10 The Timeless Wisdom of Yoga Philosophy
  • Yoga Basics #9:The Power of Inversion Asanas

    In yoga, an inversion is any posture where your heart is positioned higher than your head. While often associated with advanced poses like Handstand (Adho Mukha Vrksasana) or Forearm Stand (Pincha Mayurasana), inversions also include deeply restorative shapes like Child’s Pose (Balasana) or Legs-Up-the-Wall (Viparita Karani). The essence lies not in complexity, but in a…

    Yoga Basics #9:The Power of Inversion Asanas
  • Yoga Basics #8: The Calming Power of Forward Bends

    These gentle movements have a calming effect on the nervous system, inviting you to soften, let go, and cultivate a sense of humility with each breath. Forward bends gently lengthen the entire back of the body while offering a subtle massage to the internal organs. As you fold forward, your nervous system is gently guided…

    Yoga Basics #8: The Calming Power of Forward Bends
  • Yoga Rhythm: Flowing with Life Through Movement

    Hello, this week, we’re taking a joyful pause from our regular Yoga Basic Series to celebrate : The essence of yoga as a practice of connection, presence, and transformation. Last week’s World Yoga Day brought us together under the open sky for a beautiful Yoga in the Park session in Caldas da Rainha. Thank you…

    Yoga Rhythm: Flowing with Life Through Movement
  • Join us for International Yoga Day

    Hello, This Saturday at 9:00 AM, I warmly invite you to join me for a spontaneous outdoor yoga session at the beautiful Parque Dom Carlos I in Caldas da Rainha. We’ll meet near the café behind the pavilion, then settle into a calm, green space to flow and reconnect. 🧘‍♀️ Please bring a mat or…

    Join us for International Yoga Day
  • Yoga Basics #7 – Backbends: Strengthen Your Spine, Uplift Your Energy and Heart 

    Backbends are a beautiful way to build strength and flexibility while inviting lightness into both body and mind. These heart-opening postures—like Cobra or Locust—gently activate the muscles along the spine, helping you develop endurance and resilience over time. Beyond their physical benefits, backbends offer something deeper. As you open the chest and expand the heart…

    Yoga Basics #7 – Backbends: Strengthen Your Spine, Uplift Your Energy and Heart 
  • Yoga Basic #5. Core – The Center of your body

    Welcome to the center—your core.In yoga, connecting to your core isn’t about sculpting a six-pack like in traditional fitness; it’s about grounding yourself, finding inner strength, and feeling truly anchored from within. These deep core muscles—primarily the transversus abdominis, multifidus, pelvic floor muscles, and diaphragm—work together to form a natural corset around your spine. They…

    Yoga Basic #5. Core – The Center of your body
  • Yoga Basics #5: Twists – Awaken, Balance, Renew

    Twisting poses in yoga are often underestimated, because they hold incredible power to refresh the body, center the mind, and support long-term wellness. . Why Twists Matter Twists, called counter poses. They help bring the body back into balance, especially after forward or backward bends. They are not only physically beneficial but also energetically cleansing.…

    Yoga Basics #5: Twists – Awaken, Balance, Renew
  • Yoga Basics #4 – Sun Salutation for a Powerful Start

    Sun Salutation is one of the most recognized and loved yoga sequences. It combines fluid movement with strength, flexibility, endurance, and mental focus. Simple to follow and easy to practice at home, it’s a powerful way to start your day, especially in the morning, when it helps awaken the body, clear the mind, and welcome…

    Yoga Basics #4 – Sun Salutation for a Powerful Start