What people say about our retreat
" I thought the yoga and meditation was exceptional. For the last three years I have had ill health , but going on the PureFlowMotions retreat was the best medicine for body and mind. It has given me a new way of life and made me more grateful for the simple moments in life and how to live in the moment. Marta, Nicolau and Michael have created a week long program, but the lessons and experiences will stay the rest of my life... "
Marian
U.K.
"Words cannot describe the benefits i feel from this experience and how great it really is. It exceeded expectations by far as was so varied, active, relaxing and run by some of the loveliest people I’ve ever met. I feel challenged, rested and contente which i’ve never had when travelling previously. Never been to Sagres before, but felt so welcomed and at ease. So much so I cried on the last day. Thank you so much. I’ll be back!"
Dena D.
London, UK
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Delightful Yoga Retreat.
Michael and Marta provide a truly warm welcome to the beautiful SW tip of Portugal. Michael is passionate about offering the best experience and learning he possibly can to everyone in the class. The yoga teaching is the most careful and thorough I have experienced and Michael not only teaches exactly how to practise the physical side of yoga, he takes time to help people understand the true meaning and value of inner peace and practical ways to find it in everyday life. During the week you can really see everyone start to relax and take on a healthier glow. The setting for the yoga classes is exceptional with panoramic views over the bay and the hotel is unusually successful in blending luxury and calm. Marta takes real pleasure in helping everyone enjoy it to the full through surfing in azure waters and hiking along spectacular sun-drenched cliff-tops with the ocean crashing beneath. I arrived at Pure Flow Motions with significant back pain that was affecting my enjoyment of everyday life and preventing me doing active sport. Michael took the time to understand my injury and explained which exercises I should focus on. Within 24 hours my pain was fading and I was surfing again. Continuing the yoga and meditation I learned during the week is helping me hugely.
Thank you for helping me feel alive again!
John Keigley
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I have never felt so utterly satisfied, grateful and happy with a holiday!
It was a wonderful balance of activities. Also it was great that people can opt in/out activities if they felt like a quiet time. All of you guys are warm, kind, friendly + fantastic at what you do. Thank you!
Anna Sharp
London, UK
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A week to never Forget! A week to find myself in the moment again. A week to reflect, where my life is going. A week to set priorities right. A week to find my ‘Zen attitude’ again. A week to taste the niceness of surfing the waves. A week to discover the wonderful nature of Sagres. But most of all a week to meet WONDERFUL and inspiring people. I just loved getting to know the retreat buddies and the wonderful positive retreat crew. Michael, Marta and Nicolau you are just GREAT people. Thanks lot for the nice experiences, and food, and nice talks.
I just loved the retreat . Just what I needed!
I hope to see you guys again!
An Vandenberk
Belgium
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"So much more than Yoga, Surf and Walking although it is difficult to put down in words without experiencing it. My advice is try it, you will not be disappointed disconnect from your worries and stresses and reconnect with yourself.
A wonderfully busy and enjoyable week that you will come to the end of rested and relaxed! I don’t know how they managed it but i suppose, the activities, the locations, the hotel all helped.
This part of the Algarve is a perfect setting for this yoga, surfing and walking retreat and adds a unique element to all the activities. The 4 Star hotel chosen was a great choice and having a wing of the hotel just for us kept the good vibes going throughout our stay.
This part of the Algarve is a perfect setting for this yoga, surfing and walking retreat and adds a unique element to all the activities. The 4 Star hotel chosen was a great choice and having a wing of the hotel just for us kept the good vibes going throughout our stay."
Bruno Clark
Portugal
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Personally I didn't know what to expect but this retreat exceeded my expectations, if that makes sense. I had a hundred & one stresses in my head and felt a little jaded. This retreat provided me with something better than answers, it helped me obtain a clear head and relaxed body to find my own answers. Also the other people on the retreat were all lovely folks & the guys running it were top class. Thank you.
Michael Donnelly
Dublin, Ireland
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The Pure Flow Motions retreat was for me a chance to reconnect with myself and nature. Every day was a learning and fun experience. Marta, Michael and Nicolau really make it their priority for you to have a perfect retreat. You find yoursellf surrounded by people you don´t know and by the end of the week you become a team and make friends with everyone. It´s amazing that people like marta, Michael and Nicolau exist in the world and want to share a bit of their paradise to everyone that comes.
George King.
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Its been 6 months since I joined you on your retreat back in May. I am currently traveling through Australia and this evening I met up with Netty. We were reminiscing about the time we spent in Sagres with you guys and I just had to message you! I can honestly say the week I spent with pure flow motions has changed my life! The feeling of complete health and inner peace that you helped cultivate during that week has left me with an addiction for chasing my dreams and that feeling of a deeper connection with my natural state of being. As soon as I returned home I bought a surfboard, cut my hours down at work and concentrated on maintaining my happiness. Like you, I also have a deep love of the ocean, it brings me such peace. Living in Wales, I never considered it possible to work with what I love. Since the retreat I have trained to crew sailing yachts, and hope to continue my training to international water skipper. I am a yoga addict and I have completed a vipassana meditation course- this fascinated me after speaking to you Nicolau, but I never thought I would have the courage to do this. I am in Australia working towards my scuba diving instructor certificate and you will be pleased to hear I will be in surfers paradise from monday catching some waves! All of these experiences i have chased because of my experience with pure flow motions. I owe you all a huge thank you for waking me up to the realisation that I can do what I love. Keep changing lives and living what you love.
Love and Metta, vicky x
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You are amazing, wonderful and very warm and generous peoples. It was a real pleasure to be here with you. You are doing a lot of efforts to satisfy our needs. We have a lot of comprehension and patience from you.
I am really grateful for this week,and the new things that I discovered.
A huge THANK YOU
Mana Constantinescu
Roumania
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You guys are wonderfull, complementary dream team! I came here with no expectations for the yoga and surfing and you opened up a whole new world for me. We walked through ourselves during yoga and meditation and we walked through nature with an open mind. You made us come more in contact with ourselves and with nature and the ocean.
I was amazed by the thrill of surfing. I hope I can come back soon to ride the waves of our mind and the ocean with you guys again!
Keep the good work! Love you!
Jan Puttevils
Belgium
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I thoroughly enjoyed my week with Pure flow motions and would certainly recommend it to anybody who is looking for a good active, relaxing and healthy holiday. The hotel was excelente in every way. Martha, Michael and Nicolau were the best guides and teachers anyone could ask for.
The food was fantastic. Many thanks to Anina also. The week has certainly deliveredwhat it promissed, and more – it exceeded my expectations :) Namaste!
Rosetta Tufarelli
Swansea, UK
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" The Pure Flow Motions retreat was exactly what I needed to get back in touch with myself, relax and start the new year on a positive note. Well done guys, a fantastic experience!
Sorry to finish the retreat & say goodbye to these wonderful new friends. We had such an amazing week of surfing, nature hikes and yoga, and finished with this Portuguese feast! "
Russel French
Australia
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"An amazing week, coming alone I was worried but need not to have been as the instructors and fellow pupils were so warm, kind and generous with their time that I felt relaxed straight away and missed them as soon as the retreat was over. Wonderful.
XXX"
Claire Hepworth
UK
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An ideal setting for a remarkable week of mind body connection.
Marta, Michael, Nicolau are warm, welcoming and talented teatchers. A great combination of relaxation and excitement, the whole of me feels alive, energised and blessed. Thank you for creating this wonderful experience.
Love.
Sarah Beckitt
Virginia water, UK
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You guys are awesome! all of you!
I enjoyed every second! Thankyou so much for sharing all these beautiful things with us.
Thank you for your love, your time and your energy!
Jael
Switzerland
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This is a break for everyone of all ages as there is no pressure to do everything. Don’t be afraid to push the boundaries of what you can acheive, not just in the body but also in the mind. You will not want to leave.
My families best holiday for some time. Take an extra day too!
Do it!
John Beckitt
UK
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I arrived in Portugal feeling mentally and physically tired. After a week of yoga, maditation, walking, surfing and healthy food my mind and body feels reeinvigorated. I feel like I am going back to London a lot lighter and more equipped to face negative situations.
Marta, Michael and Nicolau re warm and welcoming people who do everything they can to make sure everyone enjoys and gets something out of the retreat. I would recommend Pure Floe Motions to anyone who needs a break and has an open mind.
Charlotte Sexton
London, UK
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Passé une semaine luxueuse entoure d’une equipe professionelle au grand coeur.
Merci je reviens!!
Light & love
Stéphane Tschopp
Switzerland
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I didn’t know what to expect but it couldn’t have been a greater experience! So much heart in everything! Thank you for everything Marta, Michael, Nicolau and of course Anina!
Jenny Prokop
Birmingham, UK
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This was exactly as a retreat should be. plenty to do if you wished
But plenty of time and great places for solitude if you wished.
All the staff were friendly, helpful, patient, tolerant and compassionate allowing for people of all diferente levels and abilities.
Carole Bender
London, UK
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" This week has been fantastic- The retreat offered the perfect balance of relaxation, activity, energy and fun. The team was supportive, enthusiastic and inspiring. I would , and will, definitely come back! "
Sarah Davis
Australia.
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" Dear Michael, Marta and Nicolau,
just a quick note to say thank you .. it was a really special experience to be so welcomed by you all and to share everything with you - yoga, surfing, beaches, cliffs, beauty, peacefulness and your home last night - we were all really touched by your genuine openess and generosity. After a week where every day was an unexpected treat that you had put so much thought into, the meal last night was a pefect end - the colours and flavours and the time and care that went into making it just right will stay with me.. and I hope your spirit of giving will also remain a part of me.
lots of love "
Catherine
UK
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"Thank you Marta, Michael and Nicolau for an amazing week full of joy, fun, laughter, and connections. It is a very personal experience allowing development of your mind, body and soul. You all have so much knowledge to share, to offer, the perfect mix of experiences for an unforgettable week. The deepened awareness and appreciation of life gained from the pure flow motion experience will continue to grow and last a lifetime. Thank you.
Love XXX"
Sophie Adams
UK
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“A great week of relaxing and action combined..
A week in a 4* hotel with a great program of yoga, surfing and beautiful nature walks. After being back home for 1 week now, I still feel the great energy the week gave me.
The hosts Michael, Martha and Nicolau are a great team with real passion for surfing, yoga and nature.
Definitely recommended if you need some time to recharge and have fun.
And (in my opinion) that area is the most beautiful coastline of Europe. "
Ruben Bijker
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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" Thanks for an amazing week last week. I feel so refreshed and relaxed, it was a really fantastic week. Really well organized and with such a personal touch that made it a truly great break. Everyone in the group was really nice, the hotel was really great and the surf lessons are addictive, need to come back for more. I'm already missing the great food every day and the days in the nature are much better than my day in the office :) I will definately be back for more and I recommend it to anyone thinking of going to Pure Flow Motions. Thanks xxx "
Charlie MacGregor
Netherlands
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"Perfect week with the right amount of freetime, activities and professionality. Good food. Very suitable for first timers because it relates to "normal" life. Well balanced. I felt like you were friends and not guides!
Keep up the good work!"
Lorenz Heller
Germany
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"Thank you foreverything that you have brought to me during this week, it was very resourcing .
I am thinking of coming back in February or April ! "
Cécile Cartier
France
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The ocean, sun, beautiful nature, a lot of fun, delicious food, intense relaxing yoga sessions, feeling the power of the waves while surfing, walks through the beautiful landscapes, time for yourself and meeting nice people! Got all these things in one perfectly organized week, and yes really relaxed and balanced during this time. I am feeling really thankful for this time. Thanks for every one of you 3 for every thing!
Julia Kappel
Austria
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"You have all three managed to convey your passion and now I feel very happy.
Many many thanks!!! The meditation in the forest was a very good experience for me.
Thanks, obrigado, gracias, merci, danke, …"
Claire Silva Morreira
Belgium
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"I will never forget my experience with Pure flow motions, an amazing combination of yoga/meditation, surfing and walking complementing and enhancing my spiritual growth.
Our guides, Michael, Marta and Nicolau have a great depth of knowledge and always friendly and welcoming!
A very personal experience and enough to keep a very active person entertained."
John Adams
UK
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“I had a really wonderful week, which surpassed the expectations. I feel really great after it, all the yoga and fresh air and meditating. The three of you are great hosts!”
Shiobban Quill
Ireland
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“The week exceeded all my expectations with the perfect balance of activity, healthy living and new experiences. I could not have hoped for a better week and I know I will approach the ‘real life’ more calmly and better equipped to face it’s challenges.”
Georgia Taylor
UK
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“I enjoyed a fantastic week. Plenty of variation, great food and a great company. Feeling much healthier and with a slightly changed attitude to life. Awesome, thanks!”
Robert
UK
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“This is a well balanced retreat with an excellent mix of mindful and fun activities. As a result of the healthy eating and mind & body workouts, I feel fully rejuvenated. Thank you to the team, such a wonderful mixture of complementing personalities.”
Charlotte Rawlings
UK
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"Very nice retreat. Good combination of yoga, meditation, surfing and hiking. Great food and luxurious environment, both in nature and at the hotel."
Sita Holtslag
Netherlands
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"I really felt welcomed and well looked after.
It was a great time out. 4 days was just too short.
Have a good continuation.
Thank you!"
Joelle Herling
Luxemburg
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“This retreat has provided the perfect mix of peace and energy for both the mind and body. I enjoyed every activity and they complemented each other so well. I feel totally relaxed but also energised. I have learned a lot about how to just be . I intend on taking back and putting into practice each day.
Thank you so much to all of you, providing me with experiences of yoga, meditation, surf, walking and a great lunch every day!”
Bunsi Sha
UK
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Fantastic – a truly wonderful retreat! If you don’t want to spend all of your time just doing yoga, throw in some surfing lessons and a bit of walking, then this will be the perfect retreat for you. The accommodation is excelente and the teachers are even better!
George T.
London UK
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“The perfect week!”
Orn Bernhardsdottir
Norway
