Thrive Guide

Izzy Santos

About

Growing up on the beautiful coast of Portugal, it was natural for me to fall in love with the ocean. Its incredible energy, calming qualities, and positive impact on human health make it the one place that I truly feel at peace. My family and I eventually moved to Canada, howeve...
Growing up on the beautiful coast of Portugal, it was natural for me to fall in love with the ocean. Its incredible energy, calming qualities, and positive impact on human health make it the one place that I truly feel at peace. My family and I eventually moved to Canada, however, my heart remains on Baleal beach. There's nothing like taking that first dip back in the ocean. It's like that big sigh in yoga practice; I immediately feel grounded and at peace.

My love for the ocean naturally led to my love for surfing. There's a raw sense of freedom and connection with nature that is exhilarating, with the sun on my face and the wind in my hair living the dream in my fullest self expression.

My passion has inspired me to share what I love on my retreats all over the world. For the last 8 years I've been facilitation, Surf Yoga, Sup & SUP Yoga and Yoga Wellness experiences with amazing like minded souls. I am stoked to challenge people to think about themselves, experience the ocean, yoga, sup & surfing while meeting lifelong friends, creating memories that will stick for the rest of their lives!

I am a certified yoga & sup yoga instructor. A Paddle Canada certified instructor & YACEP Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider. My practice and promise will give you access to vitality, awakening, and possibility!

It is my hope that you get inspired and decide to join me on one of my beautiful adventures. I guarantee that you will experience something new, it is a no-boundaries kind of trip where you can let go and be free! Come and discover how surfing, yoga, sup, great food, and beach fun can provide you with the escape that you’ve been looking for!
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Retreat Specialties

My retreats are an experience of community, freedom, , adventure and space for self reflection and discovery in a safe and open environment.

Teaching Specialties

Lead by example, I embody and love all that I teach. Confident and strong, high energy yet nurturing and insightful . Empowering others to step up to their highest potential.

What are your favorite Retreat Venues around the world

Baleal Surf Camp in Peniche Portugal I love how they are located right on the beach. Their, restaurant and beach bar always host live music and is a great place to chill. Accomodation are spacious and very clean and the staff makes sure that all of your needs are taken care, always available. Best part are the surf coaches, they really go above and beyond and make sure you experience an amazing surf holiday!

What's your personal definition of what it means to thrive?

Thriving to me is living the general theme of my life through my core values. Intuition, vision, obstacles and tactics. Creating a powerful life through coaching and inspiration while giving myself permission to make mistakes.

Who do you look up to ? Who has helped you the most along your teacher / retreat leader journey?

Pauline Caballero, CRO, Co-Founder Power Yoga Canada, Author & Mom. Have mentored and given me the tools and confidence to go for my dreams and goals.
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