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IN THE BELLY OF WINTER

30 Jan - 2 Feb 2026
The Yoga Barn, Co. Kilkenny

Women's Retreat

Welcoming all women
To be held in the quiet of winter’s belly
To gather, dance, share, and rest together

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​IN THE BELLY : â€‹

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An invitation to gather in the belly of deep winter to reconnect with your natural rhythms, rest deeply and feel held by the soulful community of women. ​ 

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We will gather for the weekend in an intimate circle of maximum 11 women, nestled in the lush Kilkenny countryside. 

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“In the belly” aligns with Imbolc, the Celtic festival that marks the gentle turning toward spring—inviting us to notice the small stirrings of life beneath the surface in the belly of Mother Earth. 

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Together, we will create a space of trust and safety to listen deeply to what is quietly moving within — connecting with our bodies, our stories, and each other, and returning to ourselves with the gentle support of sisterhood.  

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Throughout the weekend, we will rest in the belly of winter — weaving yoga, movement, ritual, song, storytelling, and community connection — with time to commune with nature, enjoy sauna and cold dips, and pause, integrate, and simply be.

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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. 

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Address : Ballymackillagill, Ballymagill, Co. Kilkenny

“Within every woman there is a wild and natural creature, a powerful force, filled with good instincts, passionate creativity, and ageless knowing.’

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– Clarissa Pinkola Estes –

"Women Who Run with the Wolves"  

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ABOUT ANNA

Anna is a  Yoga Teacher, Women's Circle Holder and 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.

IN THE BELLY RETREAT SAMPLE SCHEDULE

(subject to change)

Day 1 â€‹

  • 5pm : Arrival ​​& check-in

  • 6pm:  Welcome and Opening  Circle  

  • 7.30pm : Welcome Dinner 

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Day 2 & 3 

  • 7.30am Herbal Tea (Silence)

  • 8-10am Yoga Practice 

  • 10.30am Brunch

  • 11:30 Free Time  (Sauna & Cold Plunge, Walking, Resting). Snacks and soup available throughout the afternoon 

  • 3.30-6.30pm Afternoon Workshop — An embodied journey through story, movement, and reflection — honouring the quiet stirrings of renewal within.

  • 7pm Dinner â€‹

  • 8.30pm Evening Ritual /Song/Mantra 

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Day 4

  • 7.30am Herbal Tea (Silence)

  • 8am Yoga Practice 

  • 10am Brunch

  • 11am Closing Circle 

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 (550 euro per person)   

  • 1 x 3-Bed En-suite in The Chalet  (550 euro per person)   

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The Cottage  (2 people)​

  • 1 x Twin bed en-suite (590 euro per person)    â€‹

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

  • 1 x Double Bed  in The Lodge (660 euro) SOLD OUT

  • 2 x Single Bed in The Lodge  (590 euro) 

ROOMS 

1 x Triple Room ensuite 

€ 520  per person (3 spots) 

 

4 x Twin Room ensuite 

€ 570 per person (8 spots) 

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1 x Twin room ensuite (no river view)

€ 510 per person  (2 spots) 

THE CHALET 

  • 1 x 3-Bed En-suite in The Chalet (550 euro per person) 

  • 1 x 3-Bed En-suite in The Chalet  (550 euro per person)

THE COTTAGE

  • The main house where we gather for sit down meals

  • 1 x Twin En-suite (590 euro per person) 

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THE LODGE 

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

    • 1 x Double Bed in The Chalet (660 euro) SOLD OUT

    • 2 x 3-Single Bed in The Chalet  (590 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 (21 December).  

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 65% 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  

  • 3 x 2 hour yoga classes 

  • 2 x Workshops + Rituals, Opening & Closing Circles

  • Sauna & Cold Dip 

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

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