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A Pilgrimage into the Consciousness, through the Five Elements

Private retreats are for those seeking transformational change and a rise in awareness. You create your retreat with me. It can be a mix of classes shown below, classes from the private page. and/or group classes (if there are group classes). The retreat can be over three days or over two weeks. Together we create the retreat that is meant for you. 

*The video, photos, testimonials are from a group retreat, to the same locations. I am no longer holding group retreats. 

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Class on the Beach

Sunrise on the Beach. Element Water meditation. Joint Release, Breath of Fire, beginning to let go...

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Class in Botanical Garden

​Sunset Botanical Gardens: Element Air.

Air and tree meditation to raise your vibration, shavasana, aum meditation

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Class at Ocean Pool

Desert pool: Element Sun Meditation, healing of organs, pull energy from cosmic universe​, swim in natural pool​

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Private Classes in Studio

1. Sound healing/Journey

2. Sound with asanas for Chakras

3. Breath/Meditation/Asanas etc

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Class in Volcano Crater

Enter the Volcano: Element Earth meditation for healing and balancing, pranayama, flow, salt bath.

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Drum Class in the Desert

Sunrise Drum Lesson in the Sand Dunes. Connect your energy to all the energy around you.​

Private Menu Price List: 

1. Sunrise Class on the Beach & Breakfast: 160 euros (3hrs)

2. Class at Ocean Pool: 160 euros (transport Inc, 2.5hr)

3. Sunrise Class in Volcanic Crater: 250 euros (transport Inc, 4 hr)

4. Class in Botanical Gardens: 160 euros (transport Inc 2.5hrs)

5. Sunset Drum Lesson in the Desert connect to mother earth: 170 euros (transport Inc 2.5hr)

6. Sound Healing is Studio: 150 euros (1.5hrs)

7. Breathing, Meditation, and Asanas: Studio 95 euros (80min)

8. Sound with Chakra Asanas: Studio 105 euros (80min)

9. Sunrise yoga on roof deck over looking the ocean 100euros (95min)

Mats included..

The outdoor privates are normally done in the non windy season April to November. 

For more information please whats app +2385801121 Sheena

You choose your accommodation, etc. I only provide that which I hold deep knowledge off, Yoga. 

TESTIMONIALS

 

Elizabeth

8 reviews • 3 photos

Oct 2025

I was fortunate to have attended Sheena's first Five Elements retreat on the island of SAL for six days in October, 2025. As with any retreat, it is made or not by the instructor, leader, coach, guide.

For me, Sheena is a spiritual guide and holds extraordinary knowledge that includes a blend of deep scholarship into YOGA, including pranayama, asanas, meditation; understanding human anatomy and the brain; awareness of the correlation between chakras, the five elements and emotional balance; and a deep belief in the ability to self-heal from within and from energy she can help channel from the universe. With all this knowledge, she is guided by an amazing intuition that steers her practice.

Each day was entirely different depending on our Element focus (Earth, Air, Water, etc) and often included practice at a new location to underscore the power of the focal Element of the day. Each session lasted as long as it needed to, and usually included a hybrid of pranayama, asanas, and guided visualization exercises.

This retreat was led not by the book, but rather by her acute sense into the needs of the group, and the messages she continually receives from the universe. A remarkable, unique experience that I would actually do again!

Tanya J

9 contributions

An experience I will never forget

My friend Sheena M wondered if I would like to go along with her to practice yoga on a 6 day yoga journey. She said that the teacher is more than you will have been accustomed to .. Before the trip, I had a history of embarking on studies to begin to understand the essence of yoga beyond asanas. However, the weeks leading up to the experience, I hadn’t made time to give it much thought, despite Sheena Ji sharing material beforehand. The intimate group of 7 soon became at ease with one another. We began our journey into a deeper experience of what yoga brings. It has touched me inwardly beyond my expectations. Sheena’s 1:1 session gave clarity as to my future direction with yoga in my life. On reflection, Sheena’s mastery, teachings, the connection with nature and the soulful place Sal is if you look beyond the tourism, their people, new friendships, landscapes…. Sheena helped us realise these where we experienced the magic of yoga. I give gratitude to Sheena’s offerings in terms of herself, her knowledge, her energy, her light. I will be expanding my yoga tool kit thanks to this experience and hope to share this with others. The memories of this trip will be cherished . Thank you Sheena Much love Namaste 🙏

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Journey through the elements

Oct 2025 • SoloI’ve been attending Sheena’s yoga classes for a couple of years now. Initially, I joined simply because I wanted to incorporate some form of exercise into my routine. Before that, my experience with yoga was minimal — a few sporadic classes here and there, never feeling particularly drawn to explore it in depth.


With Sheena, that changed completely. Under her guidance, yoga gradually became something much more than just physical movement. Her classes are thoughtfully and intuitively structured, creating a natural flow that feels both grounding and expansive. Through her teaching, I’ve learned the power of the breath — how to connect it with movement, how it can guide me through challenge, and how it can reveal so much about myself.

Trusting her teaching is what inspired me to join the six-day journey through the five elements. I didn’t know exactly what to expect, but the experience exceeded anything I could have imagined. From the very first day, I thought to myself: this is exactly what Sheena is meant to do.

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Each day was a new adventure, shaped both by Sheena’s intention and by the energy of the group. There was a clear plan, yet it remained flexible, adapting beautifully to everyone’s needs and to the rhythm of the day. The experience combined physical practice, meditation, breathwork, and visualization, all enriched by Sheena’s immense knowledge and insight.
For me personally, it became a journey of introspection — a chance to focus deeply on myself while also reconnecting with the world around me. There was truly no better place for it than the island of Sal. Its breathtaking landscapes allowed us to feel the elements in their purest form. This journey reminded me of how magnetic this place is and how easily one can forget that until moments like this.
The environment Sheena created was warm, open, and inclusive — a space where anyone, regardless of their background or experience, could connect, grow, and explore in their own way.
Sheena is a truly gifted teacher — a source of wisdom, inspiration, and grounding energy. This journey was all-encompassing: at times challenging, but always deeply rewarding. I’m so grateful to have experienced it.

 

 

Sheena M

A Yoga Journey like no other

Oct 2025 • Friends

I have just returned to the UK after a magical yoga journey like no other!

I met Sheena eight years ago on the beautiful island of Sal, Cape Verde & have been returning ever since. 
Immediately I met Sheena I knew Sheena was special, different & unique. Sheena's energy is infectious, her passion, knowledge, skills & wisdom is like no other yoga teacher I have ever met. Some of these attributes are a natural gift, many are down to the cultural belief she has in traditional ancient yoga. Through 20 plus years of dedication, study & self discovery, Sheena is now a Master in her field - subject & wants to share with all.

I trusted Sheena completely to take me on a journey, the journey of our 5 elements, the journey into me. It is hard to describe in words the experience I had. To say it was powerful is a understatement! Throughout the six day journey many emotions that needed to rise came, I acknowledged them, talked them through with Sheena & completed my journal daily.
A good sense of self awareness & emotional intelligence really helps to achieve the most from this journey.

On a personal level I have been practicing yoga for 25years. Throughout this period however, it was apparent I had so much more to learn from Sheena, I was still in the early stages of my Spiritual path.
Such as Pranayamas (Breathwork) , Meditation Techniques, Chanting, Mantras & Asanas (Postures)........
Sheena used various sound bowls on us, the vibrations & healing energy they produce are nothing less than amazing!

I am l left feeling humbled, grounded & full of gratitude to Sheena for such an amazing experience & all I have learnt.
Self development & personal growth is essential if we want to be the best version of ourselves whilst we are on this planet.

Sheenas teaching style, voice & delivery of material is clear, precise & easy to follow.
Sheena is very open about her own yoga journey, sharing her story when appropriate.
Sheena will answer any questions you have with honesty & unlimited time. 
The island of Cape Verde in itself has a unique energy & soul all of its own.
Love it or hate it, bring a open heart come visit Cape Verde & the incredible Ancient Yoga teacher, Sheena.
Whatever your experience you will never forget it!

With love & light to you all
Sheena May

Lisa Driver, MI

Adilson (The photographer)

Oct 2025

It felt like a profound reunion with an old friend—each element unveiled familiar yet new depths within. A journey both grounded and enlightening, blending authenticity with serenity.

Jill W
U.K.

Mystical Five Element Journey - Sal, Cape Verde - October 2025
An incredibly healing, unforgettable journey. I feel so privileged to have had the opportunity to participate in Sheena’s ‘Mystical five
Element Journey.’
It has been such a beautiful, healing experience with the loveliest of people in gorgeous natural settings.
The experience with the five elements was like a journey ‘to yourself’ connecting with the elements both around us and in us. This togetherness with nature and the elements gave me a feeling of deep healing and joy. 

 

Through understanding the five Elements​ we may begin to understand both Nature and ourselves. quote;

JR Worsley

I truly loved the balance between all the different types of yoga sessions, meditations and nature-based group activities which helped us to connect deeply with the five elements.
My two favourite activities will always be the drum lesson in the desert and having a beautiful meal in a bedouin style tent on the beach following a deeply moving meditation.
For me the experience felt like a holiday for my mind and healing for my soul.
Sheena and I have been on a journey together for several years now and it is still continuing … I can never thank her enough for her guidance and love.

 

Monica

Singapore (private 6 day journey)

An unforgettable yoga journey.

Oct 2025 • Solo

It’s hard to put into words what Sheena’s classes are like. The simplest way to describe it is that Sheena IS yoga — she embodies its essence in every breath, movement, and word.
Her voice is the most soulful I’ve ever heard; it resonates deeply and blends perfectly with the sound bowls and instruments, creating an atmosphere that feels sacred. Each session goes far beyond movement — it’s a healing experience for the body, mind, and spirit.
Through her guidance, I learned so much about myself, about breathing, about goodness and opening my heart. I walked away seeing the world — and my life — through a new lens.
If you have any interest in going deeper into yoga or spirituality, you must spend some time with Sheena. Unforgettable.

🌅 Third Trip, Endless Magic!

Oct 2025 • Solo

This was my third trip to Sal, and on each Occassion I’ve joined Sheena for daily yoga. This time I attended her six-day 5 Element Yoga Journey, and it was honestly beyond anything I could have imagined.

From sunrise meditation on the beach to sunset feasts in Bedouin tents, African drum lessons in the desert, yoga on salt fields, floating in medicinal waters to meditation in nature surrounded by cockerel's and peacocks, I also saw my first baby turtle … I felt completely present and alive, every moment just felt magical.
Even now, two weeks later, I still carry a sense of growth, peace, and clarity.
Thank you, Sheena, for this unforgettable experience. I know our paths will cross again. Namaste x

Yoga Surf Cape Verde - ESTD. 2025/2026, Santa Maria, Ilha do Sal, Cape Verde

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