Bárbara Barbosa — “I first came across Andressa’s work during the pandemic. At the time, I wasn’t doing any kind of physical activity and felt very hesitant about starting something new. We began with in-person classes, and little by little, I started to feel increasingly safe and comfortable in my own body, while also developing greater awareness and understanding of it. After several months of practice, I had the opportunity to move to another country, and I was afraid of giving up something that had already become essential to me. That was when Andressa suggested that we continue our classes online. Andressa always makes me feel supported and welcomed. We have been practicing together for six years, and during that time, I have moved countries twice and recently embarked on a backpacking adventure across Europe. Through all these changes, Yoga has served as an anchor for me, always bringing me back to myself, no matter where I was. She has a wonderful ability to make classes feel light and fun, always taking the time to understand how I am feeling before each practice and adapting everything to what my body and mind need in that moment. She also has an incredible ability to challenge me with great care and sensitivity. I’m someone who doesn’t usually step far outside my comfort zone, but on the mat, she encourages me to explore new poses, sensations, and even different ways of practicing. She helps me grow while also meeting my setbacks and difficulties with deep empathy. Over these six years, Yoga has become an essential part of my life, and I believe I owe much of that to Andressa.”