A Sacred Circle of Women: The Rise & Ride Yoga Journey

There are weeks that pass quietly… and then there are weeks that stay with us forever.
This past retreat was one of those unforgettable weeks — a space where five amazing women stepped into something more than a surf and yoga retreat. They stepped into themselves. As the yoga guide from Puro Círculo Yoga, my intention was never just to lead a class. I wanted to open a space where these women could reconnect , with their bodies, their breath, their energy, and their stories.

We didn’t come together just to move; we came together to feel, to heal, and to grow.

From our very first session, I could feel the openness. The willingness to show up. The curiosity. The vulnerability.
Each breath, each movement, each shared moment became part of something bigger than all of us, a sacred circle of trust and connection. We laughed, we cried, we surfed, we shared. And slowly, throughout the week, something beautiful unfolded.
This was yoga in its truest form, not just postures on the mat, but a lifestyle, a mindset, and a mirror to the soul.

From Grounding to Growth

Each yoga session during the retreat was intentionally designed to support a deeper connection with the self. Through breath, movement, and presence, we moved through a journey, from grounding and letting go, to flowing with trust, awakening our inner strength, and finally, opening the heart.

We explored not only muscles and alignment, but also the emotional landscape held within the fascia — the body’s connective tissue that stores memories and emotions. This awareness brought a profound sense of release, softness, and clarity.

By the end of the week, what began as movement evolved into something much deeper: a shared experience of transformation, reflection, and self-discovery.

I am so deeply grateful for these women who showed up fully, who allowed themselves to be seen, and who allowed me to be seen in return.

You are now part of our circle. A circle that holds space. A circle that grows.
From Puro Círculo Yoga and Rise & Ride Retreats, thank you for your energy, your trust, and your presence.

This journey reminded me , once again, that when women come together with intention, the transformation is limitless.

With love and deep gratitude,
Helena Ferreira🌿