Julie (Satyarupa devi dasi, Jooil "Julie" Jones) is a dedicated yoga teacher based in New Jersey, USA, whose journey inspires others to reconnect with their true selves. After a life-changing car accident and surgery, Julie channeled her determination and resilience into rebuilding her mental and physical strength through yoga. This transformative experience became the foundation of her passionate teaching approach. 

With over 1,000 hours of advanced yoga teacher training and expertise as a skilled practitioner of Vedic Thai Bodywork, Julie brings a depth of knowledge and compassion to her practice. Her teaching blends wisdom, heart, and an emphasis on personal transformation, creating a supportive space for students of all levels to grow and heal. Julie’s story is a testament to the power of yoga to ignite strength, balance, and purpose, and she is thrilled to guide you on this journey of renewal at the retreat.

Sandra, originally from Colombia and now living in Portugal, is a passionate yoga enthusiast who has embraced yoga as a way of life for over 12 years. Her journey with yoga began as a path to manage asthma and evolved into a holistic lifestyle that nurtures her physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Recently, she deepened her practice by completing her first 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in Goa, India, an experience that profoundly enriched her understanding of yoga’s transformative power.

Sandra meditates daily, cultivating a calm and intuitive mind that she brings into every aspect of her life. Her personal story of finding health and peace through yoga fuels her commitment to creating transformative experiences for others. Sandra welcomes you to join this retreat and discover your path to renewal and self-discovery.