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REBALANCE RETREAT
23 - 25 MAY 2025
A Transformative Escape to Renew Your Energy
Step away from the noise of dailylife and immerse yourself in a weekend of movement, well-being, and deep connection with nature. Designed by Sofia Ribeiro (ESSE MOOD) and Sofia Bichão (BBody Barre Method), this weekend retreat is your chance to recharge, reset, and realign—surrounded by the healing power of nature.
Through mindful practices that nurture both body and mind, you’ll rediscover balance, vitality, and a sense of inner peace. Join us for an experience that will leave you feeling lighter, stronger, and deeply refreshed.
THE LOCATION
Welcome to WOOD MOOD Lodges—a magical hideaway 50 minutes from Porto, designed for peace, connection, and renewal. It's a sanctuary of tranquility, opening its doors exclusively for us. With 9 wooden chalets elevated among the trees, a communal lodge, and a serene pool, it’s a retreat that invites you to slow down and embrace the beauty around you. With a swimming pool and breathtaking surroundings just 5 minutes from Moledo Beach, the Coura River, and the mountains, it's a place to surrender to nature, reset your rhythm, and rediscover yourself.
ICE-BATHS
YOGA & BARRE
RELAX & recharge
SELF-DEVELOPMENT
SOFIA HOMEM RIBEIRO
From of academic learnings and practical experience, Sofia brings a fresh perspective to wellness and performance.
Having studied Medicine and a holding a Double Degree in Law and Management, with experience in consulting and startups, she has the strategic mindset to navigate complex challenges.
Certified by Yoga Alliance with 400 hours of training, and with an Integrative Health & Nutrition diploma from the IIN in New York, Sofia’s approach merges ancient wisdom with modern science.
ESSE MOOD is Sofia's passion project, where she shares her transformative approach to living a fulfilling life, by igniting each individual's potential.
Combining small, impactful changes with time-tested practices, she guides individuals on a joyful journey of self-discovery and optimization to unlock your full potential and create the life you desire.
SOFIA BICHÃO
Sofia took her first ballet class when she was 3 years old and the passion for dance stayed with her forever. She ended up graduating in dance, having worked as a dancer and teacher and, years later, recognizing the importance of working the body and mind together, she became certified in yoga.
With the same logic and understanding the importance of working on the mind to deal with everyday stress, she also completed a course on mindfulness techniques.
Along this path, and with a degree in marketing in between, Sofia worked in the corporate world for 10 years while simultaneously teaching Ballet, Contemporary Dance and, later, Barre Body.
In 2020, she officially created the BBody Barre method, with several types of classes that allow for complete and effective body and mind work and whose goal is to help all students achieve their perfect lifestyle, which should not be "perfect" in the true sense of the word, but aligned with who each person is individually.
After 4 years of the digital studio, still in operation, and the Teachers Training program (training other teachers in the method), in 2024, Sofia started hosting retreats helping others in a more direct and personalized way, with all the tools she has learned.
Program
DAY 1 | Recharge
Check-in & Welcome
Dinner
Group Dynamics
DAY 2 | Detox
Gentle Yoga & Meditation
Breakfast
Barre Tone (30 min)
Healthy Lunch
Reflection & Self-Discovery
Dinner
DAY 3 | Energize
Barre Flow (30 min)
Session: Breathing & Well-Being
Guided Breathwork Exercises
Ice Bath (optional)
Lunch
Closing Dynamics & Reflections
PAUSE
reconnect
connect with others
nature TIME
Countdown
Reviews
So far it has been one of the best experiences I has. I learned how to control my anxiety better and eat healthier and also meeting new people as I have some difficulties socializing.
It was all very good! From yoga classes with Sofia (ideal for those looking to combine physical exercise with tranquility and well-being), to wonderful healthy food, walks in nature and moments of reflection.
It made me step out of my comfort zone in several ways and overcome a great physical and mental test with an ice bath. I believe it is an unmissable weekend for anyone!
My experience was incredible! I intend to do more again from now on. I never thought yoga would interest me that much, and having this weekend all to myself was even more enriching!
Without a doubt, a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with ourselves, with our feelings and aspirations. Taking with us unique and liberating experiences and leaving behind worries that weighed us down emotionally.
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23 - 25 MAY 2025
Rebalance Retreat is an invitation to a transformative break. A weekend dedicated to finding balance between movement, well-being, and connection, designed by Sofia Ribeiro (ESSE MOOD) and Sofia Bichão (BBody Barre Method).
Over the course of three days, you’ll have the opportunity to disconnect from the noise of daily life and recharge your energy with practices that nourish both body and mind.