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Bank Holiday Weekend Yoga Retreat in Ireland
Join Aloha House for a relaxing and inspiring weekend yoga retreat in beautiful County Kerry, where the atmosphere is casual, warm, homely, and nurturing. A balanced program has been designed to offer you the space to let go and self-care during a weekend of yoga, meditation practices, and healthy vegetarian foods to nourish all aspects of your being! Their stunning Namasté studio with underfloor heating overlooks the gardens and river and is equipped with all the props to support your yoga experience, including aerial yoga hammocks. There will plenty of “me-time” between classes, where you can choose to have a treatment, rest, walk or hang out in the reading room or studio. A weekend full of bliss you truly deserves!
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Highlights
- Daily yoga sessions
- Meditation and sound journey experiences
- 2 nights' comfortable accommodation
- Stunning river and mountain views
- Warm and nurturing atmosphere
- Nourishing vegetarian meals
- Beautiful rural setting
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Kerry Airport (Farranfore Airport) (US$ 23 per person)
Accommodation
Aloha House has seven ensuite guest bedrooms (singles, twins, triple) and a separate apartment, which are all tastefully decorated with excellent quality linen and towels provided. Some of their rooms overlook the gardens and river, and others are upstairs with easy access to their conservatory and balcony.
Guests will have access to beverage-making facilities and a small kitchenette inside the main house. Relaxing chill-out lounges with a small library are perfect for down-time.
Program
Self-care through yoga, meditation and nourishing food in beautiful surroundings
Yoga classes with different teachers cater for all levels of practice, even complete beginners. Yoga styles include Iyengar, Restorative and Hatha Flow. Depending on the size and nature of the group, the retreat may include some Aerial yoga too!
Both evenings include bedtime relaxation and sound journey. Local teachers and facilitators offer a variation of yoga and mediation experiences, to add depth and uniqueness to your weekend.
Retreat information
The weekend begins on Saturday, October 24, 2020 where guests are welcome to check-in from 5:00 p.m. After a welcome, you will enjoy a light supper followed by a sound healing meditation before retiring to your comfortable accommodation for a good night's rest.
Sunday is filled with two yoga classes before lunch. The afternoon is free time, with the option of a self-guided walk in the beautiful surroundings of the venue or receiving treatments for an additional cost.
Aloha House has a range of treatments that can be offered, such as massage, reflexology, or Reiki. After another delicious dinner, there will be a sound bath healing session. Monday has another yoga class and lunch before closing off the retreat, fully renewed and inspired!
Daily schedule
Day 1
- 17:00 - 18:30 Arrive and check-in
- 18:30 - 19:00 Welcome / Introduction to the weekend
- 19:00 - 20:00 Vegetarian dinner
- 20:00 - 21:00 Meditation
Day 2
- 09:00 - 10:00 Yoga
- 10:00 - 12:00 Breakfast and break
- 12:00 - 13:00 Yoga
- 13:30 - 14:30 Lunch
- 14:30 - 19:00 Free time with options: Self - guided walk / holistic treatment
- 19:00 - 20:00 Dinner
- 20:00 - 21:00 Sound bath meditation
Day 3
- 09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
- 10:30 - 12:00 Yoga and Aerial yoga
- 12:00 - Check out and free time
- 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
- 14:00 - 14:30 Closing ceremony
Please note there that all practices are optional. Participants are invited to take free time whenever they need it. There is an additional charge for receiving treatments (massage/reflexology/Reiki) and must be requested at the time of booking on the retreat (not available at short notice).
Instructors
Louise McEvoy
Louise is a full-time massage and yoga teacher with over 20 years of experience in the holistic field. Her main passions are teaching Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage and Aerial yoga classes. Originally from South Africa, she is now settled in Ireland with her husband and two children with whom she created Aloha House Retreat and Holistic Center. Louise is passionate about helping people reconnect with themselves through the practice of yoga and massage. Her own healing journey has given her deep insight and compassion towards others, which she generously shares through her work.
Bridget Moriarty
Bridget began her yoga journey in 1992 whilst attending university in the UK. After studying various yoga styles, in 1996 she came across the Iyengar method and eventually trained to become an Iyengar Yoga Teacher. She trained initially in India, gaining a Hatha Yoga qualification in 2007, going on to qualify in 2010 as an Iyengar Yoga Teacher at Dublin's iYOGA Studio. Bridget has been teaching in Killorglin for over 13 years and set up her own studio 7 years ago.
Retreat location
Aloha House, nestled in the heart of the Reeks District, is a vibrant and comfortable retreat center and guest house. Overlooking the beautiful River Laune, it is the perfect place to hold space for healing and community or to host any residential retreats and non-residential courses, workshops, and classes.
Aloha House is walking distance from Killorglin town, a quaint rural village in Co. Kerry. There are supermarkets, restaurants, pubs, and basic amenities, should you require. The house is only 20 minutes' drive away from Killarney train or bus station and also Kerry Airport (KIR).
Distances
- Kerry Airport (KIR) - 20 minutes by car
- Killarney bus station - 20 minutes by car
- Killarney train - 20 minutes by car
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
During this retreat, you will get delicious homemade vegetarian and vegan foods to help nourish the soul. Aloha House endeavors to provide local, organic, and home-grown food.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Organic
Things to do (optional)
- Receive a holistic treatment (on-site or at a local therapist room)
- Guided outdoor activities such as walking, kayaking, horse-riding, and surfing
Spa treatments
- Massage (available onsite at additional cost)
- Lomi Lomi massage (available onsite at additional cost)
- Reiki (available onsite at additional cost)
- Rebirthing breathwork (available at a local therapist off-site)
- Reflexology (available onsite at additional cost)
- Facials (available at a local therapist off-site)
What's included
- 3 yoga sessions
- 2 immersive meditation sessions
- Optional guided walks and holistic treatments
- Complimentary teas, coffees, and snacks
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- 2 nights shared accommodation (limited single occupancy)
What's not included
- Flights
- Transfers (available for a small fee)
- Treatments
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Cork Airport
93 km
Transfer not provided
Dublin Airport
277 km
Transfer not provided
Kerry Airport (Farranfore Airport)
19 km
Transfer available for additional US$ 23 per person
Shannon Airport
88 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Kerry Airport (KIR). Transfer from and to this airport is available upon request for an additional fee of 20 EUR.
Arrival by car
A convenient way to see a bit of the Irish countryside on your travels to County Kerry is by hiring a car. During your rest time, you will have the freedom to take a scenic drive around, if you wish.
Arrival by bus
Go to the Bus Eireann website to check the bus schedule to Killarney bus station.
Arrival by train
Go to the Irish Rail website to check the bus schedule to Killarney train station.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 25% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
