Lidia

Hi, I’m Lidia.I’m the founder of YoDa Flow Studio in Setúbal, Portugal—a boutique yoga and dance space devoted to movement, embodied awareness, creative expression, and genuine community.It’s a place where people come to breathe deeper, move freely, sweat a little, laugh a lot, and reconnect with themselves and each other.I was born in Bulgaria and spent 23 years in New York City before life gently (and not so gently) nudged me toward change during the pandemic.That leap reshaped everything. It brought me closer to nature, to my family, and to a slower, more intentional way of living.My path has always been one of curiosity and devotion.I have traveled to India multiple times, immersing myself in its spiritual traditions and studying with incredible teachers.Over the years, I’ve completed extensive trainings and certifications in yoga and embodied practices—not to collect credentials, but because I’ve always been searching for something deeper, something true.And I’m still searching. Still learning. Still practicing.What I share on retreat isn’t something scripted or performed. It’s lived. It’s explored. It’s real.I move between Portugal, Morocco, and the United States, creating retreats in places that feel meaningful to me—places where I have roots, relationships, and stories.I choose environments that feel beautiful, soulful, and just a little bit magical.I’m also a mother of two, a dancer at heart, a traveler, and a design junkee. I love good music, deep conversations, barefoot mornings, and spontaneous joy.I believe healing doesn’t have to be heavy. Growth can feel light. Transformation can include laughter.When you join a retreat with me, you won’t be stepping into something rigid or intimidating.You’ll be stepping into a space that is intentional, elevated, and welcoming—where you are encouraged to be fully yourself.Come as you are. Move. Rest. Explore. Connect.You’ll arrive as a participant.You’ll leave as a friend.