Chiara

Chiara, originally from Ispica, is the main receptionist! Super organised and helpful, you can always ask her for all your needs 😉 In her free time she loves taking car of foster animals and go to concerts.

Meet Our Yoga Instructors

Our international team of yogi instructors brings together diverse traditions—from Vinyasa flow to Hatha and Yin—each guided by a deep passion for movement and mindfulness.
With personalised attention and years of experience, they’re here to support your practice at every level, on and off the mat.

Giulia

Fostering self-awareness and creativity through movement and experiences in nature.

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Adriana

Guiding students to feel better and stronger through alignment and mindful yoga practices.

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Giorgia

Guiding students toward wellness with mindful Vinyāsa and holistic practices.

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Eva

Eva is the longest serving member of the teaching team

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Yulia

Helping students find peace, health, and mindfulness through diverse, tailored yoga practices.

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Illona

Sharing tools for self-discovery, joy, and connection to create ripples of love and consciousness.

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Dany

Supporting students in discovering their unique selves with joy, depth, and mindful practices.

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Monica

Helping students awaken and heal through yoga and creative practices to bring positive transformation.

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Ania

Encouraging inner journeys and self-awareness to connect with others and grow spiritually.

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Nikol

Inspiring connection, harmony, and balance through yoga and the discovery of hidden potential.

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Marija

Focused on mindfulness and wellness, with a deep passion for continuous learning and personal growth.

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Filippo

Hyperactive lover of movement. He has a background in Fitness, Yoga, Acroyoga & Acrobatics.

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Lorenzo

Kite Instructors

Lorenzo joined the Floripa team in 2025 — the kite instructor you’ve always dreamed of: patient, attentive and motivating. With him, you’ll fly and progress in the best hands.

Mayo

Kite Instructors

Boss of the School too! Kite and Windsurf Instructor in love with surf and tricks.

Ettore

Kite Instructors

Boss of the School and kite instructor, no need to worry about anything when you are with him!

Cristina

Offering lomi lomi, lymphatic drainage and relaxing massages, book in with Cristina for a truly regenerative experience.

Ruth

Ruth is our in-house coach. Professional Certified Coach (PCC), she is an expert in transitions and will support you in making choices and taking actions that truly serve you.

Lorenzo

With Floripa from the beginning, Lorenzo's treatments are tailored to exactly what you and your body needs.

Ettore

Father and founder, the heart behind it all. Tireless, warm, and devoted to bringing people together, sharing values and a genuine love for life. He loves early morning walks with his dogs and personally greeting every guest.

Marie

Marie joined the Floripa family in 2025, and we couldn’t be happier! She’s part of the kitchen team, but you’ll often find her in the water enjoying the wind or taking part in yoga classes. Super sporty and full of enthusiasm, she loves sharing her passions with everyone.

Alberto

To everyone, he’s simply Albi! The chef’s nephew, he spends his summers working hard in the kitchen and learning all its secrets, while fully enjoying Floripa life, from parties to kitesurfing in his free time.

Antonia

A true pillar of our kitchen team, Antonia is an exceptional hard worker. You’ll mostly find her at breakfast, ready to prepare the best cappuccino ever, always accompanied by her warmest smile.

Illona

Illona, part of Floripa since 2020 as a Yoga Teacher, since 2025 is also managing the whole house! Look for her if you might need assistance during your stay or to organize your own retreat.

Volunteers

Every summer we host volunteers who would like to spend their holidays at our place. They help us to make sure everything runs smoothly around Floripa and Zuma, while enjoying beach life. They bring vibrant energy and a can-do attitude to everything they do!

Giada

Giada (or Giadina) is our Brand Manager, arrived at Floripa as a volunteer in 2016, and never left since then! Now In charge of Floripa Yoga Academy and marketing.

Paolo

Floripa's lush, colourful gardens are always a favourite with our guests and we have Paolo to thank! Alongside gardening, he looks after maintenance so if something's broken, he's the man to fix it. When he’s not working, you’ll likely find Paolo playing volleyball at Zuma or enjoying a sunset aperitivo.

Zia Lorenza

Lorenza (affectionately known as Zia, meaning Auntie) has been keeping Floripa looking its best since 2015 so expect to see her cleaning your room and the communal areas. Anything you need for your room, don't hesitate to ask Zia.

Chef Francesco

He worked all his careers in important Kitchens everywhere, until 2021, when he decided to create his life with sea view, and possibly a van where to travel with, when looking for perfect wind and waves. He cooks by heart, you will taste his incredible passion in very fresh meal you will enjoy!

Giovanna

Sicilian native Giovanna has been a much-loved member of the kitchen team since 2018. She's cooking up breakfast treats from the early hours, ready to energise you after a challenging yoga class! Fun fact: Giovanna's son is founder Ettore's best friend.

Giusy

Giusy is part of the Reception team so she's probably one of the first people you'll interact with while planning your stay. She is super organised, staying on top of guests' requests to ensure you have a smooth arrival at Floripa and everything you need during your stay.

Chiara

Chiara, originally from Ispica, is part of the reception team. You can go to her to organise everything from transfers to massages to hire cars. Chiara also looks after all the Floripa animals with care and love, thanks to her years of volunteering with strays and running an animal charity.

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