Sherkin Island is a gorgeous island that lies southwest of county Cork. It has a population of 100 people and it is 5k long and 3k wide. The island has a primary school, two pubs, B&B, community centre and a church. There are a variety of walks to the islands five sandy beaches.
While retreating on the island ye will stay and practice at the lovely Sherkin North Shore Accommodation. There are 6 rooms that each have a set bunk beds; a double and single on top or there is a dorm that has 7 sets of bunk beds. For alterations in prices see below. Our yoga classes will be held at the North Shore accommodation and if the weather is nice we will take them outside overlooking the bay the Roaring Water Bay.
Weekend lowdown:
The plan is to get the 17.30 ferry from Baltimore. When we arrive on the island there will be a mini bus to take us to our Accommodation. Once we have checked in we will go do an evening yoga class. After our class we will have our dinner and the rest of the evening is to relax and rewind.
We will start the Saturday morning off with pranayama (breathing exercises) and a guided meditation followed by a yoga class. After our breakfast we will take a leisurely walk to the ferry over to Baltimore where we will go to the beautiful Lough Hyne lake and have a go at Stand Up Paddle boarding (SUP) and maybe even some yoga on the boards too! All the equipment and wetsuits will be provided and there will be qualified instructors with us for the duration of our time spent at Lough Hyne. Once we our finished we will head back into Baltimore where we will reserve a place in one of their many famous restaurants for lunch. We will then head back to Sherkin island where will have a focus (ie hip openers) afternoon class. We will have our dinner at North Shore and once the sun goes down we will have a restorative yoga class finished with Yoga nidra (deep relaxation).
Sunday morning we will get up bright and early starting pranayama and meditation and then take a contemplative walk around the island to see some of the stunning scenery. Once breakfast has settled will do a yoga class and then finish our weekend off with lunch.
This retreat is open to all levels. All the food served at North Shore will be vegetarian and any special dietary requirements can be catered for.
Price and what is included:
€280 - double room 2 people per room
€270 - shared room
Accommodation, all meals except for lunch on the Saturday, return ferry for both trips to Baltimore, yoga and meditation classes and Stand Up Paddle boarding (optional).
€50 deposit is required to secure your place.
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