wild wellness weekend

When and where?

When: Friday 17th – Sunday 19th September 2021

Where: Mulvarra House in St Mullins. You can get directions from our website contact page

Cost: from €330

To book: Call us on 051 424936 / or email info@mulvarra.com

Your teacher:
Katie O'Byrne

Katie is  an experienced  Hatha, Yin and Pregnancy Yoga Instructor, and Reiki Master. Her goal is to make the practice of Yoga and Energy Healing accessible, enjoyable, and an integral part of people’s lives.

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Wild wellness weekend

3 day retreat 17th - 19th september

Wild simply means natural. This weekend is a time for you to re-connect to your wild side. Without the labels of age, gender, sex, the different roles of boss, mother, father, daughter, son, that you have to play, who are you? Connecting to the wildness of nature that is all around us in St. Mullins. Sometimes you just need a little space to take a break from it all to acknowledge YOURSELF.

Using the Cyclical Wisdom of the Celtic Wheel, Yoga, Reiki & Nature we will, move, breath, explore our whole being and the sacred land around us.

Join Katie for this weekend of self healing, self empowerment and reconnection to ourselves and nature.

What to expect:

With wildness you must always expect the unexpected! But to give you an idea of what Katie plans to share with you over the weekend, keep reading.

This weekend is a blend of Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Meditation, Chanting, Celtic Wisdom, Dancing, Reiki, Ceremony, Ritual and of course, Nature.

Katie has combined all the tools that has helped her discover the Bean Feasa (wise woman) inside herself and she is passionate about helping you find yours. This is a jam packed weekend; she likes to make sure you get the most from your weekend of Fun & Adventure. There will also be options to just sit back and rest in this peaceful location.

Each style of Yoga is slow but powerful, focusing on a more feminine/Yin style allowing us to rest and digest rather than forcing through and pushing hard. These transformative practices are suitable for beginners and can be tailored to suit all ages & abilities.

Everyone is welcome to join this weekend. It is aimed towards anyone who wishes to connect with the inner Wild Wisdom, that is within you all.

Highlights

  • 3 yoga classes
  • 1 yoga nidra session
  • 2 workshops
  • 2 ceremonies
  • Suitable for beginners and all fitness levels
  • All meals included
  • 2 nights accommodation (shared and unshared accommodation options available)

Accommodation Options

In the interest of maintaining as safe an environment as possible, we can only offer two shared room for our retreats. This is also because we think it would be unreasonable to expect our guests to be willing to share a room with someone they don’t know while the current situation persists.

The shared room can only be booked by people who book this room with one other person (so friends, couples or relatives). All the other four rooms can only be booked as a single room. All our rooms are en-suite rooms. 

Shared double room, en-suite bathroom – Sharing with 1 other person – €330 p.p for the weekend. Single room, en-suite bathroom – €380 for the weekend. 

Coronavirus guidelines

We are all learning how to deal with the current circumstances.

It is very important to us that everyone feels safe and that you can enjoy your stay here without feeling nervous or anxious.

As HSE and Government guidelines are bound to change over the coming months, we will make sure to implement these changes as they occur.

We have taken all the necessary precautions so we would appreciate it if you take some time to read through them so that you know what to expect from us and what we would expect from you. In this way, we can all enjoy the peace and tranquillity that Mulvarra House offers.

We recommend you read our full guidelines here . This page also explains the thinking behind our policies, and above all, how we are approaching reopening as safely as possible.

Schedule

Friday

4:00 PM Settle in with tea, chats, and free time to read, reflect and journal
7:00 PM Welcome circle
7:30 PM Dinner
8:30 PM Opening ceremony: dropping the mask, reconnect to your authentic self

Saturday
7.30 AM Chakra Yoga – An exploration of each of the 7 main Chakra’s, and a guide on how to use Yoga to free any blocked energy.
09.30 AM Breakfast
11 AM Workshop.
Go with the Flow. Learn How The wisdom of the Celtic Wheel, and following the natural physical Cycle’s within us all can transform your life, creating a sense of ease and purpose.

This workshop will cover the Celtic Festivals and Traditions and how they can teach us about our own internal cycles such as sleep wake cycles, menstrual cycles, life cycles from birth to rebirth and all that is in-between.

1.30 PM Lunch
3.30 PM Mindful Walking and Sharing Circle.

Let’s get out into the stunning land of St. Mullins and explore in silence what beauty and messages nature has for us.  We will then sit by the river for a sharing Circle, listening to the wisdom each person has to share.

(Option for Swim in the River Barrow)

6 PM Yin Yoga & Moksha Movement.

Moksha mean’s freedom or liberation, after our soft and kind Yin Practice we will explore exactly how our bodies want to move. This is an opportunity to really let loose and get WILD.  

7:30 PM Dinner
9 PM Yoga Nidra

This practice is a way to explore yourself on a much deeper level. Total awareness and relaxation at the same time. Learn how to rest deeply and set deep intentions that will create the future of your wildest dreams.  

Sunday
8 AM Moon Yoga & Moksha Movement.

Connecting with the powerful energy of the Harvest Moon, exploring how the external landscape and sky have many lessons for our internal landscape.

10.00 AM Breakfast
11 AM Closing Ceremony

What’s included

– 2 Nights stay in one of our comfortable ensuite bedrooms – All meals and drinks during your stay – All yoga classes/meditation sessions/ walks/ talks

How to get here

The closest public transport is the bus or train from Dublin or Waterford to Thomastown . From Thomastown there are taxis available (cost is 25-30 Euros)

Your teacher

Katie O’Byrne: I did my very first Yoga class 16 years ago, I didn’t know much about the practice, only that it made me feel good. For years Yoga was just something I did as a hobby every now and again. Almost 10 years ago it all started to change, slowly, so slowly I barely noticed my whole life being turned upside down. It was no coincidence that while all these changes were happening I had started a more dedicated yoga practice. Without noticing, everything I was learning on the mat, had started to seep out into my life. In 2016 I decided it was time for more change, so I decided to travel to Rishikesh Yog Peeth, in Northern India, where I received my Hatha Yoga Teaching Certificate, and I made a promise to myself to teach Yoga as a lifestyle, not just to teach Asana (Yoga Postures). I immediately started to share what I had learned by teaching classes, workshops and Retreats. Since my initial Yoga training I have also become a Reiki Master which has helped me to understand that we are not just a physical body, but we are also an energetic body, and keeping our energies balanced through Yoga & Reiki can keep us healthy and full of life.

Payment Options

In order to book one of the places on the retreat, you must go through the booking form and choose one of our accommodation options by clicking on the booking link at the bottom of this page. Please note that a 10% deposit must be paid in order to secure a place on the retreat. If you are unable to attend the retreat this deposit is refundable, and as long as you notify us within three weeks of the retreat, we will refund your deposit (less a 25 Euros cancellation fee to cover administration costs). However if the cancellation is inside 3 weeks of the start of the retreat, refunding of the deposit cannot be guaranteed, as it is contingent upon being able to fill your place on the retreat.

The Breathing Space studio

This large, light-filled space has commanding views over the Barrow River and surrounding forests, as well as the 7th century monastic settlement of St Mullins itself.  Although it was designed specifically to function as a yoga studio and mediatation space,  it supports multiple uses. It features  a special infra red heating system and a full complement of yoga equipment.

When and where?

When: Friday 17th – Sunday 19th September 2021

Where: Mulvarra House in St Mullins. You can get directions from our website contact page

Cost: from €330

To book: Call us on 051 424936 / or email info@mulvarra.com

Your teacher:
Katie O'Byrne

Katie is  an experienced  Hatha, Yin and Pregnancy Yoga Instructor, and Reiki Master. Her goal is to make the practice of Yoga and Energy Healing accessible, enjoyable, and an integral part of people’s lives.

.

wid wellness weekend

3 day retreat 17th -19th september

Wild simply means natural. This weekend is a time for you to re-connect to your wild side. Without the labels of age, gender, sex, the different roles of boss, mother, father, daughter, son, that you have to play, who are you? Connecting to the wildness of nature that is all around us in St. Mullins. Sometimes you just need a little space to take a break from it all to acknowledge YOURSELF.

Using the Cyclical Wisdom of the Celtic Wheel, Yoga, Reiki & Nature we will, move, breath, explore our whole being and the sacred land around us.

Join Katie for this weekend of self healing, self empowerment and reconnection to ourselves and nature.

What to expect:

With wildness you must always expect the unexpected! But to give you an idea of what Katie plans to share with you over the weekend, keep reading.

This weekend is a blend of Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Meditation, Chanting, Celtic Wisdom, Dancing, Reiki, Ceremony, Ritual and of course, Nature.

Katie has combined all the tools that has helped her discover the Bean Feasa (wise woman) inside herself and she is passionate about helping you find yours. This is a jam packed weekend; she likes to make sure you get the most from your weekend of Fun & Adventure. There will also be options to just sit back and rest in this peaceful location.

Each style of Yoga is slow but powerful, focusing on a more feminine/Yin style allowing us to rest and digest rather than forcing through and pushing hard. These transformative practices are suitable for beginners and can be tailored to suit all ages & abilities.

Everyone is welcome to join this weekend. It is aimed towards anyone who wishes to connect with the inner Wild Wisdom, that is within you all.

Highlights

  • 3 yoga classes
  • 1 yoga nidra session
  • 2 workshops
  • 2 ceremonies
  • Suitable for beginners and all fitness levels
  • All meals included
  • 2 nights accommodation (shared and unshared accommodation options available)
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Accommodation Options

In the interest of maintaining as safe an environment as possible, we can only offer two shared room for our retreats. This is also because we think it would be unreasonable to expect our guests to be willing to share a room with someone they don’t know while the current situation persists.

The shared room can only be booked by people who book this room with one other person (so friends, couples or relatives). All the other four rooms can only be booked as a single room. All our rooms are en-suite rooms. 

Shared double room, en-suite bathroom – Sharing with 1 other person – €330 p.p for the weekend. Single room, en-suite bathroom – €380 for the weekend. 

Coronavirus guidelines

We are all learning how to deal with the current circumstances.

It is very important to us that everyone feels safe and that you can enjoy your stay here without feeling nervous or anxious.

As HSE and Government guidelines are bound to change over the coming months, we will make sure to implement these changes as they occur.

We have taken all the necessary precautions so we would appreciate it if you take some time to read through them so that you know what to expect from us and what we would expect from you. In this way, we can all enjoy the peace and tranquillity that Mulvarra House offers.

We recommend you read our full guidelines here . This page also explains the thinking behind our policies, and above all, how we are approaching reopening as safely as possible.

Schedule

Friday

4:00 PM Settle in with tea, chats, and free time to read, reflect and journal
7:00 PM Welcome circle
7:30 PM Dinner
8:30 PM Opening ceremony: dropping the mask, reconnect to your authentic self

Saturday
7.30 AM Chakra Yoga – An exploration of each of the 7 main Chakra’s, and a guide on how to use Yoga to free any blocked energy.
09.30 AM Breakfast
11 AM Workshop.
Go with the Flow. Learn How The wisdom of the Celtic Wheel, and following the natural physical Cycle’s within us all can transform your life, creating a sense of ease and purpose.

This workshop will cover the Celtic Festivals and Traditions and how they can teach us about our own internal cycles such as sleep wake cycles, menstrual cycles, life cycles from birth to rebirth and all that is in-between.

1.30 PM Lunch
3.30 PM Mindful Walking and Sharing Circle.

Let’s get out into the stunning land of St. Mullins and explore in silence what beauty and messages nature has for us.  We will then sit by the river for a sharing Circle, listening to the wisdom each person has to share.

(Option for Swim in the River Barrow)

6 PM Yin Yoga & Moksha Movement.

Moksha mean’s freedom or liberation, after our soft and kind Yin Practice we will explore exactly how our bodies want to move. This is an opportunity to really let loose and get WILD.  

7:30 PM Dinner
9 PM Yoga Nidra

This practice is a way to explore yourself on a much deeper level. Total awareness and relaxation at the same time. Learn how to rest deeply and set deep intentions that will create the future of your wildest dreams.  

Sunday
8 AM Moon Yoga & Moksha Movement.

Connecting with the powerful energy of the Harvest Moon, exploring how the external landscape and sky have many lessons for our internal landscape.

10.00 AM Breakfast
11 AM Closing Ceremony

What’s included

– 2 Nights stay in one of our comfortable ensuite bedrooms – All meals and drinks during your stay – All yoga classes/meditation sessions/ walks/ talks

How to get here

The closest public transport is the bus or train from Dublin or Waterford to Thomastown . From Thomastown there are taxis available (cost is 25-30 Euros)

Your teacher

Katie O’Byrne: I did my very first Yoga class 16 years ago, I didn’t know much about the practice, only that it made me feel good. For years Yoga was just something I did as a hobby every now and again. Almost 10 years ago it all started to change, slowly, so slowly I barely noticed my whole life being turned upside down. It was no coincidence that while all these changes were happening I had started a more dedicated yoga practice. Without noticing, everything I was learning on the mat, had started to seep out into my life. In 2016 I decided it was time for more change, so I decided to travel to Rishikesh Yog Peeth, in Northern India, where I received my Hatha Yoga Teaching Certificate, and I made a promise to myself to teach Yoga as a lifestyle, not just to teach Asana (Yoga Postures). I immediately started to share what I had learned by teaching classes, workshops and Retreats. Since my initial Yoga training I have also become a Reiki Master which has helped me to understand that we are not just a physical body, but we are also an energetic body, and keeping our energies balanced through Yoga & Reiki can keep us healthy and full of life.

Payment Options

In order to book one of the places on the retreat, you must go through the booking form and choose one of our accommodation options by clicking on the booking link at the bottom of this page. Please note that a 10% deposit must be paid in order to secure a place on the retreat. If you are unable to attend the retreat this deposit is refundable, and as long as you notify us within three weeks of the retreat, we will refund your deposit (less a 25 Euros cancellation fee to cover administration costs). However if the cancellation is inside 3 weeks of the start of the retreat, refunding of the deposit cannot be guaranteed, as it is contingent upon being able to fill your place on the retreat.

The Breathing Space studio

This large, light-filled space has commanding views over the Barrow River and surrounding forests, as well as the 7th century monastic settlement of St Mullins itself.  Although it was designed specifically to function as a yoga studio and mediatation space,  it supports multiple uses. It features  a special infra red heating system and a full complement of yoga equipment.

The food experience on the retreat

At Mulvarra, we are very excited about food. Excited about where it comes from, how it is grown, how it is prepared, who you eat it with. As we are still in the early stages of developing Mulvarra and its Breathing Space, we are currently using fresh ingredients and organic food where we can but in the future we will grow our own food.We generally stick to vegetarian cooking in Mulvarra, although we are flexible and also cater to a variety of dietary restrictions. Vegetarian cooking is so versatile, you really don’t miss that piece of meat on your plate when it’s not there. Whatever your thoughts are on the topic, there is no denying that the meat production in most countries is not sustainable and certainly not animal friendly. When we do, very occasionally, prepare meat dishes we make sure it’s organically sourced

Food Highlights

  • Full board accommodation
  • All meals and drinks included
  • healthy energy snacks
  • Food is all vegetarian and organic produce

 

The food experience on the retreat

At Mulvarra, we are very excited about food. Excited about where it comes from, how it is grown, how it is prepared, who you eat it with. As we are still in the early stages of developing Mulvarra and its Breathing Space, we are currently using fresh ingredients and organic food where we can but in the future we will grow our own food.We generally stick to vegetarian cooking in Mulvarra, although we are flexible and also cater to a variety of dietary restrictions. Vegetarian cooking is so versatile, you really don’t miss that piece of meat on your plate when it’s not there. Whatever your thoughts are on the topic, there is no denying that the meat production in most countries is not sustainable and certainly not animal friendly. When we do, very occasionally, prepare meat dishes we make sure it’s organically sourced

Food Highlights

  • Full board accommodation
  • All meals and drinks included
  • healthy energy snacks
  • Food is all vegetarian and organic produce

 

St Mullins: The backdrop to the retreat

  • A unique chance to experience the magic of St Mullins, known as the jewel of the Barrow
  • 7th century monastic site
  • 12th century Norman motte
  • Vibrant cafe and river community
  • Proximity to hikes in Blackstairs mountains and numerous river and forest nature walks

St Mullins: The backdrop to the retreat

  • A unique chance to experience the magic of St Mullins, known as the jewel of the Barrow
  • 7th century monastic site
  • 12th century Norman motte
  • Vibrant cafe and river community
  • Proximity to hikes in Blackstairs mountains and numerous river and forest nature walks