Yuval and Maria created a magical yoga retreat and island adventure that truly lived up to the “Flowing with the Elements “ theme. Yuval has an uncanny ability to read his students and spontaneously redirect the “flow” of each class while keeping with the theme for the day. Maria expertly attended to the logistics with competence and compassion, even rearranging the seating for those of us with car sickness issues. We traveled to a tea plantation for a gorgeous hike(earth), a black sand beach (space), the Sete Cicadas to hike along the crater(air), a hike down to a beach at Lagoa de Fogo (fire), a soak in the natural hot springs and a botanical garden (water). My favorite yoga class was at a gorgeous deep black sand beach with turquoise waves where Yuval led us through a series of energizing, then calming, and ending with balancing pranayama. For our integration he taught a chakra class that was unique to our journey. He is a talented, vivacious, and wise teacher. Can’t wait to experience the next retreat!

Although I have been back for two weeks from the wonderful yoga retreat in the Azores, my level of relaxation and sense of being centered continue. Yuval is a fantastic yoga teacher and practitioner. I have been to several retreats with him, and I always learn something new. The whole experience was magnificent, San Miguel, the hotel, the meals, and all the excursions and activities related to the five elements exceeded my expectations. The logistics of the trip were handled by Maria, who did an extraordinary job. I loved it!!!!

We had a great time! Fantastic itinerary, wonderful people and extraordinary accommodations.

Our yoga retreat in the Azores was magical. The little island was fun to explore with a small city vibe along with lots of tranquil nature. The entire trip was super organized and accommodating. The hotel was quaint, great food for vegans, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure our comfort. My first retreat with Yuval and it did not disappoint. Beautiful soul and amazing teacher. Maria did not miss a beat and ensured our satisfaction every minute of the retreat!

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Absolutely Transformative Experience! My time at this yoga retreat in the Azores with Yuval Samburski was nothing short of magical. From the moment I arrived, I felt completely welcomed and at peace. The location is breathtaking—lush green hills, hot springs and tea plantations. The FARM hotel was beyond lovely. Every yoga session felt deeply grounding and rejuvenating. The classes and experiences with Yuval were exceptional. Yuval is so knowledgeable, compassionate, and attentive to all levels of experience. Each class struck the perfect balance between challenge and relaxation, and the guided meditations helped me reconnect with myself in ways I hadn’t expected. The food was another highlight—fresh, nourishing, and beautifully prepared with local ingredients. The schedule allowed for plenty of time to explore the town of Ponto Delgado, relax, and connect with fellow retreat-goers. By the end of the week, I felt renewed in body, mind, and spirit. I can’t recommend this retreat enough for anyone seeking a meaningful escape, personal growth, and the healing beauty of the Azores. I also want to give a special shout out to Maria Simurina, the owner of PURPLE AURA RETREAT and EVENTS. She worked very closely Yuval to put this amazing retreat together. From start to finish, every detail of the retreat was handled with so much care and professionalism. The setting was the perfect environment for adventure, relaxation and reflection.