Nicola brings extensive experience in mindfulness, meditation, yoga, art therapy, pilates, reiki, sound bowl therapy, dance therapy, and breathwork to her role as New Life Portugal’s Wellness Professional. She has worked at some of the top recovery centres in Asia and South Africa and operated her own studio in South Africa for many years. She is also a holistic practitioner offering a variety of healing modalities to her clients.

Nicola enjoys being part of her clients’ personal transformational journey towards improved health and deeper self-connection. She finds it very meaningful to witness this transition. Being able to guide and share movement with others brings her the greatest joy. Her work with clients focuses mainly on emotional regulation, body connection, breathwork, postural correction and alignment, and alleviating symptoms of depression, anxiety, fear, burnout, and negative self/body image.

Nicola enjoys being outdoors, hiking, biking, jogging, kayaking, and surfing. She balances her active life with inner work of meditation, reflection, journalling, reading, yoga, and daily spiritual practices.

Training and Qualifications:

Dance Facilitator in Ecstatic Dance, 5 Rhythms, Yoga Dance, Dance Movement Therapy (2018-2022)

Tibetan Bowl Sound Healing Therapist – Chiang Mai Holistic Thailand (2022)

Kundalini Yoga Teacher (2021) – Kundalini Research Institute, South Africa

HeartMath Coach and Facilitator (2016) – HeartMath Institute, South Africa

Secret Sunrise Dance Facilitator (2016) – Secret Sunrise, South Africa

Reiki Practitioner Levels I-III (2015) – Reiki School, South Africa

Zumba Basic Level 1, Zumba Step, and Aqua Zumba (2009-2014) – Zumba Fitness

Hatha-Vinyasa Yoga Teacher (2012) – Santi Yoga Teacher Training, India

National Diploma in Personal Training and Conditioning Coaching (2009) – Health and Fitness Professionals, South Africa

Facilitation Training: Making Learning Happen and Train the Trainer (2007-2008) – Virgin Active

National Qualification Level 5 in Leadership and Management Development (2006-2007) – Knovation

Pilates Teacher (2001-2007) – Virgin Active, World Gymstick Team and Institute of Fitness Professionals

Cardio Kickboxing Instructor (2005) – Bodyline Fitness Academy

Aerobics Instructor (1999) – Institute of Fitness Professionals

Sport Massage (1999) – Sport Massage Training Academy, South Africa