hi, i´m Linda!
The girl behind AMADA.
I'm a Finnish Pilates instructor currently living in Portugal, after also calling New Zealand, Spain and Finland once home.
Before Pilates, I worked in marketing, but somewhere along the way I realised that what I enjoyed most wasn't selling products but it was creating experiences that bring people together and make people feel something.
I've been teaching Pilates for years and have been lucky enough to work with people from all over the world. And if there's one thing I've learned, it's that some of the best moments happen outside the workout itself. It's the conversations after class with the people you unexpectedly click with, and the moments that turn into your favourite memories.
That's what inspired me to create AMADA.
AMADA isn't just about Pilates or wellness retreats.
Sure, movement is at the heart of every retreat, but so are long dinners, beautiful places, trying something new, laughing a little too much, meaningful conversations, spontaneous adventures, and making memories with people who were strangers just a few days before.
As your host, I want every retreat to feel welcoming, relaxed and thoughtfully put together. Whether you're joining solo or bringing a friend, my goal is that you feel comfortable from the moment you arrive. Depending on the retreat, you'll also meet some amazing guest hosts who each bring something special to the experience.
But more than anything, I hope you leave with stories you'll tell your friends, memories you'll look back on years from now, and maybe even a few people you'll already be planning your next trip with.
Welcome to AMADA ♥