we're not just planning retreats

We're creating the kind of trips we'd book ourselves. A morning Pilates class followed by a long brunch. Trying something new that ends up becoming your favourite part of the trip. Wandering through beautiful places. Staying at the dinner table long after everyone's finished eating. Meeting people who were strangers on day one and leaving with friends.

That's what AMADA is all about.

Movement is at the heart of every retreat, but so are beautiful places, good food, meaningful conversations, local experiences, little surprises, and making memories you'll still be talking about long after you get home.

No packed schedules. No pressure to do more.

Just good people, unforgettable experiences, and a chance to slow down and enjoy the season you're in.

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The experience

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 ♥

Privacy & Cookies

Last updated 25 October 2026

We collect as little as possible. This page explains what we collect when you visit this website or book a retreat, why we need it, how long we keep it, and what your rights are.

Who we are

The data controller for this website (amadaretreats.com) is AMADA Retreats, operated by Linda Leppänen. You can reach us at amadaretreats@gmail.com.

When you visit the website

The website is hosted by Hetzner in Helsinki, Finland. Our server automatically records your IP address, the date and time of your visit, the page requested and basic browser information. We use this only to keep the site secure and working. The legal basis is our legitimate interest in running a secure website (GDPR Art. 6(1)(f)).

These server logs are deleted automatically after 14 days.

Analytics, only with your consent

We use Google Analytics 4 to understand which pages are visited and how people find us. It is switched on only if you click Accept in the cookie banner. If you click Reject, no Google Analytics code is loaded and no analytics cookies are set.

When enabled, Google Analytics collects pages viewed, approximate location, device and browser type, and how you arrived at the site. We do not use it to identify you by name or email. The legal basis is your consent (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a)).

Event data is kept for 2 months and user-level data for 14 months, after which it is deleted automatically. You can change your mind at any time with Cookie Settings in the footer; rejecting removes the analytics cookies from your browser.

Cookies and local storage

We use no advertising or marketing cookies.

Name	Purpose	Duration	Needs consent
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amada_consent (local storage)	Remembers your cookie choice	12 months	No, strictly necessary

Booking a retreat

Bookings and enquiries are made through a Google Form. You enter your name, contact details and anything else you choose to tell us, such as dietary requirements or injuries. We use this to manage your booking, stay in touch and organise the retreat. The legal basis is taking steps at your request before a contract and performing the contract (GDPR Art. 6(1)(b)). If you share health information, we use it only to look after you during the retreat, based on your explicit consent (GDPR Art. 9(2)(a)), which you can withdraw at any time.

We delete booking data 12 months after the end of the retreat. Invoices and accounting records are kept for as long as accounting law requires.

Emails

If you write to us, we use your message and email address to reply. Our email runs on Gmail. Conversations are deleted 24 months after the last message, unless you have booked and we must keep related records by law.

Guest Book

Testimonials in the Guest Book are published only with the permission of the guest. If you would like yours changed or removed, email us and we will do it promptly.

Links to other services

The website links to Instagram and to Google Forms. We do not embed Instagram, so no Instagram code runs on our pages. Once you open those services, their own privacy policies apply.

Who receives your data

We use two service providers: Google (Analytics, Forms and Gmail) and Hetzner (hosting). We do not sell your data or share it for advertising. Google may process data outside the European Economic Area, including in the United States, under the EU–US Data Privacy Framework.

Your rights

Under the GDPR you can ask us to:

give you a copy of your data (access);
correct it (rectification);
delete it (erasure);
limit how we use it (restriction);
send it to you in a portable format (portability);
stop processing it, where we rely on legitimate interest (objection).

Where we rely on your consent, you can withdraw it at any time. Email amadaretreats@gmail.com and we will reply within one month.

Complaints

If you believe we have handled your data incorrectly, you can complain to the Finnish Data Protection Ombudsman (Tietosuojavaltuutettu), tietosuoja.fi, or to the data protection authority in your country of residence.

Children

Our retreats and this website are intended for people aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

Changes to this page

If we change how we handle data, we will update this page and the date at the top.

Terms & Conditions

Cancellation Policy included

We believe that every retreat should feel effortless, starting from the moment you book until you return home. These terms simply help us create a smooth experience for everyone.

Booking Your Retreat

Your place is reserved once we have received your reservation fee. The remaining balance is due by the date stated in your booking confirmation. We'll always send you a friendly reminder before the payment is due.

What's Included

Each retreat page outlines exactly what's included in your experience. Unless otherwise stated, flights, travel insurance, visas, personal expenses and any optional activities are not included.

Health & Wellbeing

Our retreats are designed to support your wellbeing, but every body is different. Please let us know before your retreat if you have any injuries, medical conditions or dietary requirements so we can make your experience as comfortable as possible.

By joining the retreat, you confirm that you're happy to participate in movement sessions and other activities at your own pace.

Flexibility

While we carefully plan every retreat, nature sometimes has plans of its own. Occasionally, activities or schedules may need to change due to weather, safety considerations or circumstances beyond our control. If this happens, we'll always do our very best to create an equally beautiful experience.

Photography

We love capturing the atmosphere of our retreats and may take photographs or short videos to share future AMADA experiences. If you'd rather stay behind the camera, simply let us know — we'll always respect your wishes.

A Shared Experience

Our retreats bring together like-minded people from different backgrounds. We kindly ask everyone to contribute to the warm, respectful and supportive atmosphere that makes these experiences so special.

Cancellation Policy

Reservation Fee

Your reservation fee secures your place on the retreat and is non-refundable.

If You Need to Cancel

If your plans change before the final payment is due, simply let us know. No further payment will be required. After the final balance has been paid, payments are non-refundable unless we are able to fill your place with another participant. For peace of mind, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance that covers cancellation due to illness or other unexpected events.

If We Need to Cancel

In the unlikely event that we need to cancel a retreat, all payments made directly to AMADA will be fully refunded. Please note that we cannot reimburse any additional travel expenses, such as flights or accommodation booked separately.

Minimum Group Size

Our retreats are intentionally kept small to create a personal experience. If the minimum number of participants isn't reached, we reserve the right to cancel the retreat. Should this happen, all payments made directly to AMADA will be refunded in full.

Questions?

If you have any questions before booking, we're always happy to help. We'd love to hear from you.

amadaretreats@gmail.com