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Join Sarah Moves for her Core Fundamentals workshop in our Penrose Wharf studio on Saturday 26th January from 14.00 to 16.30.

In this workshop we will get reacquainted with the structure of the spine and ‘core’ so we can function more efficiently and move more freely as a whole (on and off the mat). We will look at how alignment is key to efficient breathing mechanics and bracing under load, and explore how the mobility and stability of the spine directly translates into autonomy for the upper and lower limbs.

If you suffer from lower back aches, find it challenging to access the muscles of the pelvic floor, or even just feel you still need to “work on your core” or your posture after practicing so much yoga, you will find value. This workshop is the perfect opportunity for us to dig deeper into these potential issues and find some concrete, tangible solutions to immediately put into practice and allow us to feel more connected as a whole.

Workshop price: €30*

*Workshop fee is transferable if cancelled at least 24h beforehand, but non-refundable.

You can book online, on the Mindbody App or give us a call on 021-4279696.

New Years Kundalini Yoga Workshop, January 12th 2.00pm to 5.00pm, Penrose Wharf Studio

In 2019 we are entering a brand-new nine-year cycle.
In Numerology this is the number 3 the Universal Year, a number that represents imagination, communication, and youth.

This Kundalini Yoga Workshop will kick start your year and lay the foundation for the months ahead. A dynamic practice that will deeply connect you with yourself and uplift your spirit.

We will do physical practices (kriyas) pranayam (breath work) and meditations to look at how we communicate ourselves within the world of projection and also using the imagination, which are the building blocks of life to set us on our life’s course for this new nine year cycle.

This workshop will ground you, give you determination and inspire you for the months ahead. This workshop is suitable for all levels and the complete beginner.

Workshop price: €35*

*Workshop fee is transferable if cancelled at least 24h beforehand, but non-refundable

Book now on the Mindbody app or call 021-4279696. Namaste!

Tick the Yogi’s in your life off your shopping list! Give them the gift of health and happiness this Christmas with one of our gift cards.We have an amazing 10% off all gift cards offer running until December 22nd so it’s the perfect time to purchase. Gift Cards are available at an amount of your choosing, and can be purchased at our Penrose Wharf reception, over the phone or online when using the promotion code XMAS18! Namaste!

To kick off our Christmas Cheer Campaign we are extending our ​ONE MONTH UNLIMITED YOGA FOR €49 to our Penrose Wharf Centre for ​a limited period! Beat the holiday stress and join us for a month of unlimited yoga- that’s any class, any teacher, any time for a full month from the date of purchase! This offer is available ​for purchase ​​from Monday December 3rd until Monday December 10th with your 30 days of consecutive yoga starting on the day you buy your pass. It is available as a once off purchase for both new and existing clients ​who have not previously purchased this intro pass. Namaste!

Deepen your yoga practice by joining our school founder Yogacharya Lalit for a 7 Day Yoga Retreat in Mallorca from the 8th – 14th June 2019. Designed to deepen your practice, improve your alignment and build your confidence. During your stay you can relax in the beautiful hills of Mallorca in the town of Soller, set in a lush valley of orange groves between the Tramuntana mountains and the sea.There are tons of truly beautiful walks along footpaths, kayaks and paddles boards, rock climbing and boat hires to visit some of the more secluded beaches. June is an ideal time to visit as the weather is warm but the crowds are thin. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a European summer holiday as well as immerse yourself in yoga. Pricing options are from as little as €775. Check out https://yogagoaindia.com/yoga-retreat-mallorca/ for more information and booking details. Namaste!

We are delighted to have our gift giving tree back in our chill out room in our Penrose Wharf Studio this year! This is the fourth year in a row that we will be collecting gifts for children in Direct Provision, and we are so pleased to be involved again. If would like to participate simply choose a tag from the tree, buy a gift for the child named, place the gift in a bag (no need to wrap), put the tag back on the gift and return it under the tree by Friday 7th December. There are over 40 names on our tree, and we’re hoping to make sure that there is a gift for each one at their Christmas party on December 15th. We hope you will join us in giving back this festive season. Namaste!

Join our wonderful team at our sister centre Himalaya Yoga Valley Goa India for sun, sand, sea, amazing food and culture and of course- yoga in it’s birthplace with our school founder Yogacharya Lalit. This retreat is an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in traditional practices with an Indian master teacher in this beautiful location.We take you on an unforgettable journey of a lifetime without the hassle or stress that can sometimes come with travelling to exotic locations.It’s the perfect 10 Day escape-spaces for February 26- 7 March 2019 are filling fast so get in touch now to book your place. We can’t wait to welcome you!

For more information, visit our website: https://yogagoaindia.com/yoga-retreats/

This Saturday, 24th November from 14.00 until 16.00 our Penrose Wharf Centre will play host to the much anticipated ‘Full Moon Yin Yoga Melt’ with Lisa Keating.

In this workshop you will enjoy a sense of surrender in a series of gently held Yin Yoga postures. Soothing music, inspirational theme and aromatherapy, peel away all that does not serve. We soften into a state of ease and target the deeper Yin tissue, facia, ligaments, connective tissue which concentrate in our joints.

Yin Yoga practice stimulates the body’s energy channels (meridians) bringing balance to the vital organs, improving flexibility and joint mobility.

We realise how calm and balanced both mind and body feel when we practice letting go of worry, if only for a moment, it is enough!

Please note that workshops fill quickly and spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment! Please book online at www.yogacorkireland.com, the MindBody app, email: info@yogacorkireland.com or call 021 427 9696.

Workshop price: €25*

*Workshop fee is transferable if cancelled at least 24h beforehand, but non-refundable

Join expert practitioner and Level 2 Authorized KPJAYI teacher Tashi Dawa for her much anticipated return to Himalaya Yoga Valley!

Tashi is a KPJAYI Authorised level 2 Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga teacher whose objective is to lead each student to develop and adore their yoga as a self-practice.Currently she teaches Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga for beginners and Embodied Mindfulness on some of the most successful yoga retreats in Europe. She is the resident yoga teacher at the highly celebrated Kaliyoga Retreats in Italy and a regular guest teacher at the acclaimed Vale de Moses retreat in Portugal and the stunning Kadermo Retreat in Finland. Tashi is a featured teacher online at Ekhart Yoga.

Workshops will take place in our Penrose Wharf Centre Friday October 26th-Saturday October 27th. Please see below details:

“Yoga as a Life Practice” with Tashi Dawa
Finding Home Base
Open to all levels
Friday, 26th October
7.30-9.30pm

“Yoga as a Life Practice” with Tashi Dawa
Finding Sukha as Mobility
Open to all levels
Saturday, 27th October
10.00-13.00

“Yoga as a Life Practice” with Tashi Dawa Finding Sthira as Stability
Suitable for Improvers (Level 2)
Saturday, 27th October
14.00-17.00

Please note that workshops fill quickly and spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment! Payment essential to reserve a space for these workshops.

*Workshop fees are transferable and non-refundable.

Please book online at www.yogacorkireland.com, the MindBody app, email: info@yogacorkireland.com or call 021 427 9696.

Our team members Anca Erena and Hazel O’Sullivan (pictured) were both absolutely thrilled to accept our award for the Best Use of Digital Marketing for the Greater Good Award at the Cork Digital Marketing Awards which took place in the Rochestown Park Hotel last Friday Night (September 28th) .This is our second year in a row as winners for our efforts with Yoga in the Park Cork and we would like to extend a big thank you to everyone who rolled out a mat over the summer, teachers and students. This is your win too! Go Team Himalaya!

Himalaya Yoga Valley in partnership with the Cork City Council will be hosting ‘Yoga for a Healthy Mind’ on the evening of Wednesday October 10th to support World Mental Health Day.

This already booked out event being organised to promote mental and emotional wellbeing will take place in the beautiful setting of the Millennium Hall in Cork City Hall and will be in aid of Pieta House. The event will include a Yoga for Joy class led by Lisa Fahy, Senior Teacher at Himalaya Yoga Valley which will be sequenced specifically to guide participants though the real benefits that Yoga can have for managing and improving mental health. The night will also include a short talk from Mental Health expert Pat Dermody from the Hazelton Clinic entitled ‘ “5 Habits for a Healthy Mind”.

This event forms part of a global initiative run by Himalaya Yoga Valley, alongside our graduate teachers and their students from around the globe will come together to actively promote yoga as a path for mental wellness. Free classes will be held on 10th October in over 10 different countries including UK, USA, Ireland, Canada, Australia, Germany and Abu Dhabi. These Yoga for a Healthy Mind classes will promote the benefits of yoga for mental health, and each class will be connected with a local mental health charity to raise money for them by participant donation.

The 10th October World Mental Health Day is observed annually around the world, with the overall objective of raising awareness of mental health issues and mobilising efforts in support of mental health. The Theme for 2018 is Youth in a Changing World so in keeping with the theme in Cork this year Himalaya Yoga Valley will also be running free yoga classes at St. Aloysius School in Cork City on October 10th.

World Mental Health Day is a great opportunity for us all to come together as a community and raise awareness of mental health. We are delighted to have the support of the Cork City Council with this event which we hope will highlight the incredible benefits yoga can have on mental health while also promoting awareness of the importance of mental health overall. The event will also launch our new Yoga for Joy class which will commence on Saturday October 13th at our Penrose Wharf Studio. This weekly class will also be a donation based class in aid of Pieta House which will allow us to continue to support the great work that they do. We can’t wait for you to join us!