Retreats

Spring is in the air and we can see the landscape changing. It is time to connect to that fire in our own belly and emerge from the energy of winter to our inner Spring. This retreat is created with that in mind. Our classes are tailored with two two aspects in mind, we will turn in, find some quiet to listen to our own gentle stirrings. And we will move and breathe and create heat to burn away the cobwebs and set our attention and intention with aligning our inner self to our outer world.

As the season of Spring slowly begins this is a wonderful time of year to embrace the essence of creation. This weekend will give us the space to reflect on the year ahead and ground into our body’s – physically, mentally and energetically.

WANT TO SPEND MORE TIME IN THE AREA?

RetreatBnB available for this retreat! Ease yourself into your retreat with 1 or 2 additional night’s accommodation before you start.

Practicing yoga in a stunning space in the West of Ireland with un-paralleled views of the Atlantic ocean, we will connect wholeheartedly to our bodies, our minds and our spirits. Spring offers birth and growth and this weekend brings the gift of reawakening our senses to the transformation within ourselves as well as within our environment. Join us for a weekend of yoga, walking in the beauty of the cliffs, time for relaxing by warm fires and enjoying food that is nourishing.

As we come to the midpoint between the Winter and Summer Solstice, the Spring Equinox invites us to connect to balance. The balance of our internal and external worlds. This retreat is about taking a step back to reset and embody the energy of Spring. It is about unfolding and rooting into our year and re-connecting with intentions set at the beginning of 2023

Over the weekend we rest back into our yin practice and yoga nidra, we awaken with our morning meditation, pranayama and yoga practice and we connect with our land and surroundings with our daily walks embracing the wild beauty of this part of Ireland. Come, join us and rebalance your world.

Whenever you need that time-out, our very special weekend escape can provide those moments of reflection you need. Whether it’s during our silent walks along the Cliffs of Moher, curling up with a book by our cosy firesides or drinking in the views of our glass-fronted studio as you arrive back in your body, you’ll find your release – a time when you truly forget the outside world and learn to be present in the moment. If this sounds like the weekend break for you, we look forward to welcoming you.

Schedule

Day 1
Check in anytime after 4pm.

Relax, take a walk or enjoy a treatment.

18:00 – Our first yoga class, 90 minutes.

19:30 – Dinner, delicious and healthy, fare!

Introduction chat to the weekend, the schedule and the area

 

Day 2 & 3

8:00 – Light self serve breakfast

8:30 – Early morning silent walk

10:00 – 2 hour yoga class

12:30 – Lunch – lots of yummy healthy food

Free time – Options to take a trip to Lahinch to the beach, go surfing, take a tour of the area including the Cliffs of Moher and The Burren or stay and relax and enjoy a treatment.

17:30 – 2 hour yoga class

19:30 – Dinner – more lovely homemade healthy food followed by delicious healthy dessert

 

Day 4

8:00 – Light self serve breakfast

8:30 – Early morning silent walk

10:00 – 2 hour yoga class

12:30 – Lunch – lots of yummy healthy food
During the day, herbal teas will be available at all times

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Getting here

 

 

Address:

Cliffs of Moher Retreat

Liscannor

Co.Clare

V95 A499

Ph: +353 (0) 65 708 0997

info@cliffsofmoherretreat.com

 

 

Shannon Airport:

Shannon is our closest airport. You can catch a taxi from the airport directly to the Retreat.  To ensure your transfer will be there to meet you, instead of waiting for a taxi at the airport, we recommend contacting Philip O’Dwyer and Tom Dowling who offers competitive rates from Shannon to the Retreat compared to picking up a taxi at the airport. Philip can accommodate individuals and groups. To pre-arrange transfers please contact directly at (phone is the preferred method):

Philip:

-       Email:             thetaxicompany@gmail.com

-       Phone:            +353 (0) 65 707 5000

-       Mobile:           +353 (0) 86 606 6761

Depending on the time of day and number of passengers, a taxi from Shannon costs €80 to €120 each way.

*Due to GDPR regulations we cannot provide guests' contact details to other guests to organise sharing taxis. We advise using our Facebook page to reach out to each other or to ask Philip on booking the taxi if he has had any other guests contact him.

 

Public Transport:

Bus

Dublin Coach has a great service from Dublin (airport or city centre) to Ennis. Please visit their website for up to date time tables and costs: www.dublincoach.ie

Dublin Coach arrives into the Friars Walk bus park in Ennis. If you're connecting to the Bus Eireann service it is about a 10 minute walk to the bus depot located at Ennis Train Station.

Bus Eireann run a service (Route 350) from the Ennis train station to Lahinch and Liscannor (close to us). Please visit their website for up to date time tables and costs: www.buseireann.ie

Train

Ennis is our local train station: www.irishrail.ie

Taxi

From Shannon, Ennis, Lahinch or Liscannor to the retreat. To pre-arrange transfers please contact the taxis companies directly:

Philip:

-       Email:             thetaxicompany@gmail.com

-       Phone:            +353 (0) 65 707 5000

-       Mobile:           +353 (0) 86 606 6761

 

Car Rental:

Renting a car is the easiest way to get around Ireland - we are a small island! It will mean you can make the most of this amazing area and take in all the fantastic sights while you are here without relying on taxis or public transport.

Cars can easily be rented from both Shannon and Dublin airports.

Dublin airport to the Retreat: 3 - 3.5 hours

Shannon airport to the Retreat: 1 hour

 

 Directions from Lahinch:

Eircode for SatNav: V95 A499

We are 7kms from Lahinch driving straight out on the road to the Cliffs of Moher. As you enter Lahinch follow the signs for the Cliffs of Moher and Liscannor (it’s a right turn before you come into the main street of the village).

Drive along that road, with the golf course on your left. After 4 kms you will reach Liscannor Village. Continue driving through Liscannor Village. After another 3kms turn left, just before The Rock Shop (which is on the right side of the road). After 200 metres you will reach a crossroads, turn right. Continue up the road for approximately 750metres, we are the third property on the left, you will drive up a long driveway and we will be waiting for you there!

 

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Common Questions

What time is check-in?

Check-in is at 4pm for a weekend stay & 5pm for a longer stay..

My flight gets in earlier than the 4/5pm check in, can I come earlier?

We will be preparing the retreat centre at that time and if a group checked out that day your room will be not be ready if you are arriving very early. We recommend getting the taxi to drop off your bags and then taking you into Lahinch. We are isolated and there isn’t anywhere to get lunch but Lahinch has cafes, restaurants, shops and a lovely beach. Your taxi can arrange to collect you again later.

My flight arrives a day in advance - can I stay an extra night?

We don’t have guests staying earlier as the centre is not open before a retreat. There may also be a retreat still in progress.

We recommend staying in Lahinch which is only a few kms away and has walking access to hotels, hostels, B&B’s, shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants and a lovely long beach.

My flight leaves the next day - can I stay an extra night?

We don’t have guests staying an extra night as the centre is closed after a retreat. There may also be a retreat starting.

We recommend staying in Lahinch which is only a few kms away and has access to hotels, hostels, B&B’s, shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants and a lovely long beach within walking distance.

I arrive into Shannon Airport, what's the best way to get to you?

Please visit our Getting Here page for full details.

Will I be able to share a transfer from Shannon airport?

It will depend if there are others on the same flight. Due to GDPR regulations we are not in position to provide other guests’ contact details and organise this for you. If you are in a position where you have to pay for a taxi on your own on the way in, it is usually easier to get back to the airport as you can look into public transport or get a lift with another guest driving past the airport.

Is there Wifi?

We have wifi for guests in Reception House, which has a comfortable, communal lounge to read, relax and get online if you want to.

I'm coming on my own can you pair me to share?

We can pair you with someone of the same gender.

What do I need to bring?

We provide towels, hand soap, hair-driers and yoga equipment, please bring anything else you require.

I'm new to yoga, will the retreat suit me?

We get beginners all the time, and everyone is welcome.

I have a severe food allergy , can you accommodate me?

Yes we can, please can you let us know your severe food allergy upon booking.

Is alcohol served/allowed at the Retreat?

No, we are a dry facility but there are some wonderful pubs in the area that we can guide you to and we can also provide you with some taxi numbers.

I'd like to book a surf lesson/activity, should I do this before I arrive?

It is a good idea to make sure you can get a place. The details for recommended tour operators are on in the section The Area.

What kind of yoga do you teach?

All our teachers are extremely experienced but each teach their own style. Please see the individual retreats and teachers’ biographies for more specific details.