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EMBODYING YOGA 

5-8 November 2026 
The Yoga Barn - Co. Kilkenny

Retreat

EMBODYING YOGA Retreat : 

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Embodying Yoga Retreat is an invitation to deepen your practice and explore yoga as something to be lived, embodied, and woven into daily life. Over the three nights, we will gather in an intimate setting to connect with the wisdom of the body, breath, and awareness exploring how yoga moves beyond something we do into something we embody.

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Through daily Embodied Hatha Yoga integrating pranayama, asana, meditation, philosophy, and somatic exploration, this retreat offers a space to explore how the traditional yogic teachings are brought into lived experience. Rather than something we do only on the mat, yoga becomes a way of meeting ourselves and life more fully.  We will meet the body as a doorway into greater presence, self-awareness, receptivity and connection.

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This retreat is a space to slow down, turn inwards and be nourished by the wisdom of the land, the rhythms of nature, wholesome meals and community. 

THE SPACE

The retreat will be held in The Yoga Barn, Kilkenny. 

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The Yoga Barn is a restored ‘clochán’ or Irish stone village, surrounded by green fields, trees, and big skies. Hidden away in the lush Kilkenny countryside, though only 20 minutes from Waterford City, the Yoga Barn breathes peace, calm, and tranquility.

“True yoga is not about the shape of your body, but the shape of your life. Yoga is not to be performed; it is to be lived. " 

- Aadil Palkhivala, Fire of Love

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ABOUT ANNA

Anna is a  Yoga Teacher,  Somatic Therapist & Facilitator. Her work bridges ancient wisdom with modern embodiment practices. Anna is dedicated to creating spaces for connection, healing and community. Her approach is heart-centered and invites a gentle unraveling—an attunement to the body’s rhythms, the nervous system, and the wisdom held within the cycles of life.

EMBODYING YOGA RETREAT 

Sample Outline (subject to change)

Day 1 

  • 3-4pm : Arrival ​​& check-in

  • 4.30pm: Welcome practice 

  • 6pm : Opening Circle 

  • 7.30pm Welcome Dinner

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Day 2 & Day 3 

  • 7-9am Yoga to awaken the body and mind 

  • 9am Large Brunch  

  • 10.30-12.30 Embodying Yoga Workshop including philosophy, somatic exploration and group discussion 

  • Free time for walking, sauna, cold plunge, journaling, or quiet reflection 

  • Soup 

  • 5-7pm Evening Yoga Class 

  • 7.30pm Dinner

  • Sunset rituals, kirtan, singing around the fire, sharing circles​

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Day 4​

  • 7-9am : Yoga to awaken the body and mind : Pranayama, Yoga, Meditation 

  • 9-10am : Large Brunch 

  • 11am : Closing Circle 

  • Check out & Departure by 1pm 

THE CHALET 

  • 1 x 3-Bed En-suite in The Chalet (690 euro per person) 

  • 1 x 3-Bed En-suite in The Chalet  (690 euro per person)

ACCOMODATION

The accommodation at this retreat is shared. Unless stated below, there are spaces available. I will update this page as bookings come through. 

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The Chalet (6 people) â€‹

  • 1 x 3-Bed En-suite in The Chalet (690 euro per person) Female only 

  • 1 x 3-Bed En-suite in The Chalet  (690 euro per person)   Female only 

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The Cottage  (2 people)​

  • 1 x Twin bed en-suite (740 euro per person) Male bookings first and if no male bookings are made closer to the retreat date, the room can be open for females. â€‹

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The Lodge  (3 people) semi-private, en-suite 

  • 1 x Double Bed  in The Lodge (840 euro)  

  • 2 x Single Bed in The Lodge  (740 euro)     

     Female or Male depending on number of male participants. 

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THE COTTAGE

  • The main house where we gather for sit down meals

  • 1 x Twin En-suite (740 euro per person)

THE LODGE 

  • Semi-private areas in the Lodge with living area & en-suite 

    • 1 x Double Bed in The Lodge (840 euro)

    • 2 x Single Bed in The Lodge  (740 euro per person) 

BOOKING INFORMATION

​​​Secure your spot  

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Please secure your spot in the retreat with a 150 euro deposit. You can make the payment via the link below or contact me at info@seedsofjoy.space to do a bank transfer.  The remaining balance is due 6 weeks before the retreat (please reach out for other payment options).  

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Refunds & Cancellations 

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The deposit/full price is refundable if you cancel with minimum notice of 6 weeks (24 Sep).  

After that, the deposit is not-refundable. 

If you paid the full amount and choose to cancel with less than 6 weeks notice, you will be refunded 75% of the total amount.

If you cancel with less than 2 weeks' notice, there will be no refund. 

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Dietary information 

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Upon booking, I will share with you a form to fill out where you can share your dietary requirements. All the food served will be vegeterian. No alcohol served or permitted during the retreat. 

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Getting there

 

Please note there is no public transport to the Yoga Barn.

I recommend arranging private transport / carpooling or taxi/Uber from Waterford City. 

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If you are driving and would be happy to offer a lift or if you need one, please let me know and I will help to connect people to organise carpool. 

 

WHAT IS INCLUDED 

  • 3 night x accommodation 

  • Vegetarian food  

  • 6 x Yoga Sessions (1.5-2hours long) 

  • 2 x Workshops + Opening & Closing Circles

  • Sauna & Cold Dip 

  • The use of the grounds of the Yoga Barn for rest, relaxation, self-reflection  

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ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION

Please note that The Chalet is for Female participants only. 

 

The Cottage  twin room or the Lodge can be female or male only depending on the type of bookings that come in.

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If you are female, please book the Chalet or select the lodge if you are looking for semi-private area. 

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​If you are a male participant, please select either the Twin room but be aware that the type of room might be changed depending on the number of male participants. 

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If you are the only male participant, you will be allocated the twin room in the Cottage and the cost will increase by 160 euro (900 euro for single occupancy - this is only if there is no other male to share the room with you rather than an option you can avail of. All accommodation is shared).  

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If you have any doubts or questions, please email me at info@seedsofjoy.space

JOIN THE RETREAT

WORDS ABOUT EMBODIED YOGA

I remember when I first started practising yoga that someone told me it can take some time to find the right teacher for me. It has taken many years but I'm delighted to say Anna is that teacher! Anna goes beyond the physical to really connecting movement with breath, philosophy, community, awareness, and so much more depth. She creates a welcoming, safe space no matter what activity she is hosting. And of course, very importantly, she knows what she is doing and how to share it in a safe and effective way. I can't recommend her classes and spaces highly enough. Thank you, Anna 

- Hannah

I have been practicing yoga with Anna for the past year. Anna is a wonderful teacher, and really embodies the principles she teaches.

-Dermot

Anna has a beautiful way of teaching that allows you to integrate what you are learning with breath and movement. I will be using these techniques in my daily life and can’t wait to take another course with Anna.

- Dezarae

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Anna embodies her teaching. For me I enjoy the classes every time as I find her very accommodating and gentle when explaining stuff to me. I also like how she includes lots of gaps in between exercise...

- Brian

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