Roots & Relaxation: Yoga & Gardening for Wellbeing Mini Retreat
Reconnect with Nature and Enhance Your Wellbeing
Join us for a blissful mini retreat offering a relaxed back to nature experience, set in an serene pine forest, under the guardianship of an old rustic red-roofed barn near Kilflynn, Co. Kerry.
Date & Time: 20th July 10am - 2.30pm
Highlights:
Wild Plant Walk Begin your morning with a guided stroll through the forest and along a quiet country lane. Learn to identify wild plants that grow naturally around you and discover how they can support your health. Forage wild flowers and plants for herbal tea
Gardening for Wellbeing Lesson: Immerse yourself in the world of plants and over two hours, learn about herbs and plants that can enhance your wellbeing. Our expert horticulturalist Padráig O’ Briain will guide you through healing plants such as:
Aloe Vera, lavender, camomile, mint, lemon balm, rosemary, calendula, ferns
You'll gain practical knowledge on how to plant, nurture, and utilise these plants to support your natural health day to day
Join together, meitheal style to design and create a raised bed that you can then confidently recreate at home
Dig your hands into the soil and plant up your own take-home collection of wellbeing plants
Yoga Enjoy a one-hour yoga class tailored to all levels, set under the guardianship of the old red roofed barn, by the campfire, nestled in tranquil forest surroundings. Reconnect with your body and mind through gentle stretches, mindful breathing, and grounding poses.
Eco Nidra Experience a soothing guided relaxation practice designed to deepen your connection to nature and promote profound relaxation.
Healthy Snacks & Herbal Tea Savour nutritious, light and healthy snacks, homemade sweet treats and foraged seasonal herbal tea around a cosy campfire. Our selection is designed to nourish your body and complement your wellbeing journey
Take-Home Your Wellbeing Garden At the end of our time together, you'll get to take home six wellbeing-enhancing plants that you planted with your very own hands. Continue to nurture these plants at home, incorporating their natural benefits into your daily life.
Why Attend?
Reconnect with Nature: Immerse yourself in the beauty of the pine forest and discover the natural wonders around you using mindfulness techniques from the art of nature / forest bathing.
Learn Practical Skills: Gain hands-on experience in gardening and plant care, with a focus on enhancing your health and wellbeing.
Holistic Wellness: Enjoy a balanced day of physical movement, relaxation, and healthy eating.
Community and Connection: Share this unique experience with like-minded folks in a supportive and easy-going environment.
Investment: €65 (includes plant walk, gardening lesson, yoga & eco-nidra, 6 take-home potted plants, nutritious snacks, homemade sweet treats & herbal tea)
Booking: Register Now! There are just 10 spaces, to ensure a personalised and intimate experience. Reserve your spot today. Online booking only please. Click the button below to reserve your space. Please invest with intention as there are no refunds, cancellations, roll overs, transfers or freezing of tickets once purchased
Suitable for: Adults over 18 years old
What to bring: Yoga mat, blanket, water to sip on, notepad and pen, warm cosy layers, rain jacket and pants and waterproof boots
We look forward to welcoming you to a day of rejuvenation, learning, and connection with nature!
Location Details: This is an outdoor event based near Kilflynn, Co. Kerry. Detailed directions will be provided upon registration a few days prior to the retreat.
Weather: The barn offers good protection against our “soft” Irish weather, however in the event of high winds or very heavy rain we will reschedule the event to an alternative date
Your Teachers:
Padráig O’ Briain is an experienced botanist, expert garden consultant and delivers gardening courses all over Co. Kerry. He runs a popular You Tube Channel focusing on how to grow and care for plants on a budget
Maeve Ferris is a Yoga Therapist and Mindfulness Teacher, Pilates Instructor and Forest Bathing Guide. She has a deep interest in nature-led wellbeing and how our connection with the natural world improves our mental and physical health
Contact: If you have any questions, please email Maeve at ebbflowyogaireland@gmail.com or 087-3679132
Join us for a transformative day that combines the best of yoga, gardening, and natural wellbeing practices. We can't wait to share this experience with you!
Slán go fóill,
Maeve & Padráig