Why We Exist
Puro Círculo was created to help people reconnect with themselves through mindful movement, nature and a holistic approach to wellbeing.
Rooted in yoga and informed by gerontology, movement and lifestyle, we offer experiences that support strength, balance, presence and vitality—from beach classes and studio sessions to private yoga and the Longevity Within philosophy.
We believe every body deserves to move well, at every stage of life. That belief guides everything we do.
About Puro Círculo Yoga
Meet the Founder
Hi, I'm Helena.
Originally from Portugal, my journey began with a deep curiosity about what it means to live well throughout life. That curiosity led me to study Gerontology, graduating in 2010, and later to specialize in Psychogerontology, exploring the emotional and psychological aspects of aging.
My background is in gerontology, where I spent years working alongside older adults, supporting rehabilitation, promoting independence and witnessing how physical, emotional and social wellbeing are deeply connected. Those experiences taught me that health is never just about the body—it is about the whole person.
Yoga came into my life as a personal practice, but it soon became much more than that. It offered a way to bring together everything I had learned about movement, resilience, mental wellbeing and the importance of caring for ourselves as a whole.
Moving to Costa Rica marked another turning point. Inspired by the simplicity of nature and the rhythm of life here, I created Puro Círculo Yoga as a space where people can reconnect with themselves through movement, breath and presence.
Today, my work brings together yoga, movement, gerontology and lifestyle to support physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. This vision continues to evolve through Longevity Within—a philosophy inspired by the belief that the way we move, think, connect and care for ourselves shapes the way we live.
Our Team
Helena Ferreira
Helena's teaching is rooted in the belief that every person is unique, and that the practice should reflect that.
Her classes combine mindful movement, breath, and body awareness, adapting to each student's needs, abilities, and goals. She encourages students to explore their own potential, develop strength and confidence, and build a deeper connection with themselves.
Through an attentive and thoughtful approach, she creates space for each person to discover what movement can bring to their lives.
Founder, Gerontologist& Yoga Teacher
Originally from San José, Costa Rica, Vanessa has over 15 years of experience teaching yoga.
Her classes are adapted to the needs of each student, with an integrated approach to building strength, balance, flexibility, and body awareness.
Through yoga, she aims to cultivate harmony, joy, and physical, emotional, and mental well-being, helping each person improve their quality of life.
Yoga Teacher