meet the team
This is me, Sanne. After years of traveling, I chose to settle here in the Algarve and build a life that’s artsy, surfy and full of sunshine.
In my daily life you’ll find me surfing, painting, gardening, reading, skateboarding or diving into my next hobby. Those little things keep me grounded and are my not-so-secret recipe for happiness.
This retreat grew from my own need to slow down and share my creative spark. Because honestly, nothing makes me happier than reminding women that they are the sparkle that helps others shine too.
Retreat host and creative butterfly
sanne
Meet Jamal, our co-host and the most colourful woman I know. We met years ago during our studies, and ever since, we’ve travelled to many places together, always doodling, creating and laughing our way through the days.
Jamal is your biggest cheerleader. She’ll always say yes to a good idea, be the listening ear you need, and bring her unique mix of powerhouse energy, creativity and pure sweetness to everything she does. She’s a creative unicorn, a generous soul and one of the loveliest humans you’ll ever meet.
These days, she’s head over heels with the art of doing nothing, a topic she’ll be sharing with us during the retreats. I can’t wait to see where she takes us with it.
Co-host october retreat and inspirator
Jamal
I feel truly honoured to host the September retreat together with Leonie.
She is my example of what it means to say yes to new challenges. To turn your life upside down, follow your curiosity, stay healthy and open a sports school even though you’ve never done anything like it before. Leonie is sporty, adventurous and an all-round creative, whether she’s experimenting in the kitchen or getting her hands dirty behind the pottery wheel.
But what I love most about Leonie is her magical way of making everyone feel seen. She takes the time to sit with you and really listens.
That’s what makes her such a wonderful person to share this retreat with!
co-host september retreat and warm heart
leonie
Meet Petra, the woman everyone ends up calling an angel. She brings so much warmth, softness and love into the room that you can feel your whole body exhale the moment she walks in.
Her breathwork and handpan session is one of the highlights of the week. It’s calm and deeply grounding. The kind of experience that stays with you long after the retreat ends. Petra has a gift for creating a safe space where you can drop into your body, release what you don’t need and reconnect with what really matters. You’re going to adore her.
Breathwork guide and handpan angel
petra
Meet Simone, the woman who makes the whole villa smell like heaven. She cooks with love, balance and creativity nourishing meals that make you feel good from the inside out. Every day she’ll surprise you with flavours, colours and dishes that feel both grounding and exciting. Her food is a huge part of the retreat experience… and honestly, you’ll probably want to take her home with you.
But Simone is more than a kitchen queen. She has this magical way of making everyone feel seen. You’ll fall in love with her warmth the moment you meet her.
Kitchen queen and heart warmer
simone
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