Hayoka Retreats (Replenish the Well)

REPLENISH THE WELL

A Winter Retreat of Yin, Restorative Yoga & Deep Rest

January 1 to 3, 2027 | The Yoga Barn, Kilkenny, Ireland

Three full days. Two nights. A beautiful beginning.

The Yoga Barn

A lovingly restored by its stewards over 20 years consisting of 5 stone cottages set on 4 acres. It is an absolute magical, secluded and stunning location.

Welcome to Replenish the Well

Tucked away in the Irish countryside of Kilkenny, in the depths of winter. Roaring fires, warm food bubbling away in the kitchen, long guided practices beside the crackling fire, blankets, hot saunas, mugs of tea and chocolate cake.

That’s where I want to meet you. At the Yoga Barn.

For three days, I’m going to look after you.

I want you to settle in, put down whatever you’ve been carrying and allow yourself to fall into a beautiful, deep state of rest.

This is a retreat devoted to Yin and Restorative yoga, nourishment, warmth and the wonderful feeling of having absolutely nowhere else you need to be.

There is nothing to achieve here. Nothing to prove. No resolutions to make or expectations to meet.

Just three days to be looked after.

The Practice | A Deep Return to Rest

The heart of this retreat is Yin and Restorative yoga.

We’ll spend long, unhurried periods in supported postures, allowing the body time to settle and the mind a chance to become quiet.

Our practices will include Yin yoga, Restorative yoga, Yoga Nidra, breathwork, guided meditation and gentle movement.

Some practices will be quiet and deeply restful. Others will invite a little movement, curiosity and exploration.

We’ll work with the breath, the nervous system and the imagination, making space for the kind of rest that can be difficult to find in everyday life.

There is no pressure to keep up, to be flexible or to have any previous experience of yoga.

Everything is an invitation.

I want you to feel comfortable enough to let go, knowing that you are being guided with care and experience.

A Little Glimpse Into Our Days

Slow winter mornings

We’ll begin with fresh juice, gentle yoga and mindful movement to wake up the body before gathering for a generous, nourishing brunch.

Long, unhurried afternoons

Loads of Saunas and Reading

There will be time for the sauna, reading, walking in the countryside, resting beneath a blanket or sitting quietly with a cup of tea.

We’ll explore longer Yin and Restorative practices, allowing ourselves the rare pleasure of having nowhere to rush.

Evenings by the fire

As the light fades, we’ll gather for delicious food, conversation and quieter practices.

Guided meditation, Yoga Nidra, breathwork and deep rest will bring our days to a close.

And there will always be room for laughter, stories and those wonderful conversations that seem to happen when people finally have time for one another.

The schedule will have a gentle rhythm, with plenty of space between practices. Nothing will feel rushed.

The Food | A Celebration of Nourishment

And yes, there will be food. Lots of glorious food.

I put an enormous amount of love into the food on my retreats.

I’m already dreaming up the menu. Shakshuka for brunch, warming homemade soups, colourful seasonal dishes, fragrant herbs, beautiful dinners and, of course, chocolate cake.

Fresh juices in the morning, generous meals throughout the day and plenty of cups of tea.

I love the warmth of a kitchen full of good food and the sound of people gathering around a table.

The sharing of meals is one of my favourite parts of these weekends. The conversations, the laughter, the unexpected friendships and the simple pleasure of eating something wonderful together.

This is not a detox or a juice cleanse.

It’s about eating well, enjoying food and allowing yourself to be nourished in every sense of the word.

In the Belly of Winter

We gather between Samhain and Imbolc, in the depths of the Irish winter.

The natural world is still resting. Beneath the cold earth, roots are gathering strength and life continues quietly, out of sight.

There is something worth remembering in that.

We are part of the natural world too.

And yet, every January, we’re encouraged to rush forward with resolutions, new plans, new goals and endless expectations of ourselves.

What if we began differently?

What if we gave ourselves permission to rest before asking anything more of ourselves?

This weekend is an opportunity to do exactly that.

To enjoy the stillness of winter rather than rush through it.

To make space for imagination, reflection, creativity and the things that make us feel most like ourselves.

And perhaps to discover that doing less can be a wonderful thing.

The Beauty of Being Looked After

I’ve been teaching yoga for over 26 years, and one of the greatest pleasures of my work is watching what happens when people finally have the time to stop.

The body softens. The mind becomes quieter. People begin to laugh more easily, sleep more deeply and enjoy the simple things.

And sometimes they realise just how much they’ve needed a little looking after.

I love creating these weekends. The practices, the food, the atmosphere, the conversations and all the small details that make people feel welcome.

I don’t want you to spend your time wondering what you should be doing next.

I want you to enjoy being here.

To eat beautiful food, move your body, rest, laugh, sit by the fire and allow someone else to take care of things for a while.

I want you to leave on Sunday thinking:

“Oh yes. That’s exactly what I needed.”

Not because you’ve changed anything about yourself, but because you finally gave yourself the time to rest.

What’s Included

•⁠ ⁠Three days and two nights at the Yoga Barn in Kilkenny

•⁠ ⁠Yin and Restorative yoga

•⁠ ⁠Gentle morning yoga and mindful movement

•⁠ ⁠Yoga Nidra and guided meditation

•⁠ ⁠Breathwork and deep relaxation

•⁠ ⁠Sauna

•⁠ ⁠Fresh morning juices

•⁠ ⁠Generous brunches, warming soups and nourishing dinners

•⁠ ⁠Homemade treats, tea and refreshments

•⁠ ⁠Time for reading, walking, reflection and rest

•⁠ ⁠A warm, welcoming space with experienced guidance throughout

All levels of yoga experience are welcome, including complete beginners.

Your Invitation

REPLENISH THE WELL

January 1, 2 & 3, 2027

The Yoga Barn, Kilkenny, Ireland

Three full days. Two nights. A beautiful beginning.

Come and spend a few days tucked away in the countryside, with good food, warm fires, beautiful practices and time that belongs entirely to you.

I’ll mind you. All you have to do is arrive and let yourself fall into it.

Reserve Your Place

Places are limited to keep the retreat personal, comfortable and unhurried.

Get in touch for accommodation options, retreat pricing and booking information.

Accommodation is single and shared.

Single 700

Double shared 575

Shared triple 500

A Deposit of 150 euro is required to hold your place.

Love Amy