NOW FULLY BOOKED Yogalates Glamping Weekend Retreat with Tricia Murphy
Join us for a social and energising weekend of physio-led yogalates, kayaking, swimming, good food, and great company.
Friday 24th to Sunday 26th May, 2024
Enjoy a social weekend of yogalates, kayaking, and swimming. Yogalates is a blend of Yoga and Pilates with a focus on core strength. This is an all inclusive retreat and a private chef will be on site to prepare delicious vegetarian meals each day leaving you free to disconnect from the stresses of everyday life, immerse yourself in nature and soak up the spectacular scenery of Bere Island.
This retreat is perfect if you love the outdoors and are looking for a relaxing weekend away, either on your own or with a friend or two. The main focus of the weekend is yogalates but other optional activities such as swimming and kayaking are included. The choice is yours to do as little or as much as you want to create your perfect island retreat. Drift off to sleep in a bell tent listening to the sounds of the sea, and then zip open your tent in the morning to watch the sun rise up over Bantry Bay from your cosy bed. Enjoy nourishing local produce, sea swimming, kayaking, and hikes as you switch off and enjoy the freedom of island life.
The yogalates classes are designed to help improve your balance, posture and core strength. The classes are split into groups based on levels and past experience; Level 1 for beginners or for anyone recovering from an injury, and Level 2 for more experienced participants. Your instructor Tricia will meet you before the classes to discuss your goals for the weekend.
Each meal will be freshly prepared by Leah Crowley. Leah is a very experienced, freelance chef who has previously worked in some of Cork’s best restaurants including Paradiso, The Farmgate, and The Crawford. She is passionate about using local, in-season produce to create deliciously tasty and colourful vegetarian dishes.
Tricia Murphy, TM Physiotherapy.
Meet the Host
Tricia Murphy is a Chartered Physiotherapist with a strong interest in Yoga and Pilates. She truly believes in the health benefits of mind body movement for improving strength, balance, posture as well as preventing injury. Tricia has been teaching Pilates and Yoga for the past 10 years. She blends her Physiotherapy background with her Yoga and Pilates training to bring you the best of everything. Tricia will work with you throughout the weekend to help you identify key areas of your body that you need to work on. You will gain access to her ebooklets and videos for injury prevention and rebuilding your core on TM Physiotherapy.
Weekend Schedule
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2pm Check-in and welcome reception.
3pm One to one meetings with Tricia.
5pm Yogalates Class Level 1 - Introduction to core exercises.
6:15pm Yogalates Class Level 2 - Core progressions.
7.30pm Vegetarian dinner prepared by Leah.
After dinner - Prosecco Pilates (non alcoholic option available)
Chill by the fire or head back to your tent to relax.
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Sunrise swim
Light buffet breakfast (fruits, juices, yogurt) available throughout the morning.
9:30am Core & Stretch - this will be an outdoor group class weather permitting.
11am Brunch
A delicious spread of home baked and locally sourced produce as well as a hot dish prepared by Leah.
12 to 4pm
Join us for a guided hike or kayaking or take some time to yourself to explore the island or simply relax and enjoy the views.
6pm
Restorative guided meditation (all levels).
7.30pm Vegetarian dinner prepared by Leah.
After dinner - fun Pilates competition (the emphasis is on fun - not your Pilates skills!).
Chill by the fire, toast marshmallows or head back to your tent to relax.
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Sunrise swim
Light buffet breakfast (fruits, juices, yogurt) available throughout the morning.
8am Yogalates Class Level 1 - Fab abs
9.15am Yogalates Class level 2 - Fab abs.
11am Brunch
A delicious spread of home baked and locally sourced produce as well as a hot dish prepared by Leah.
12 noon Closing ceremony and awards presentation.
2pm Check out
ACCOMODATION & PRICING
You will stay in one of ten luxury Glamping Tents with full access to the Wild Atlantic Glamping serviced building
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Single Occupancy
1 person participating in the retreat with a 5m bell tent to themselves.
Double bed
€495
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2 People Sharing
2 people participating in the retreat sharing a 5m bell tent.
Double bed
+ optional single camp bed
€375 per person
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3 People Sharing
3 people participating in the retreat and sharing a 5m tent.
Three single beds
€340 per person
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4 people Sharing
4 people participating in the retreat and sharing a 6m bell tent.
Double bed
+ three single camp beds
€320 per person
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Welcome pack
All meals which will be freshly prepared by a chef onsite with a focus on using local and seasonal produce. All dishes will be suitable for vegetarians. Please let us know when booking if you have any other dietary requirements.
Tea/coffee throughout the weekend.
Yoga classes.
1.5 hours guided kayaking.
Access to all campsite facilities including toilets, showers, kitchen, dining area and covered deck with firepit.
2 nights accommodation in a bell tent.
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Cost of the ferry (approx. €30 return for a car, €10 return for a foot passenger).
Any additional snacks or drinks that you might like for the weekend (guests will have access to a fridge and storage area in the kitchen).
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No, you just need to pay a 100 euro deposit per person to secure your place. The balance will be due 30 days before check in.
What to bring
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Yoga Mat
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Hiking Boots
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Swimwear
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Warm Clothes
What our previous guests are saying…
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‘Thank you for such a zen yoga retreat at Wild Atlantic Glamping. Early morning swims, yoga outside, facing the hungry hill & the sea. Luscious local food & lots of laughs before getting cozy in our bell tents. Can’t wait to come back. Caitriona & Tricia, you made this a very unique memorable experience!
— Susan
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‘The yoga weekend at Wild Atlantic Glamping was just what the soul needed. Great food, really comfortable accommodation, impeccable facilities and spot on yoga classes. I miss waking up to that view!!’
— Sally
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“I did the Yoga & Kayaking a weekend with Wild Atlantic Glamping! The yoga was only accentuated by the magnificent scenery on the doorstep of the site! I particularly enjoyed the kayaking where we learned a lot of the history of the island”
— Justine
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‘Wild Atlantic glamping was a magical and ideal location for the yoga workshop with Tricia. The accommodation was fabulous and the food over the whole weekend was delicious! The yoga classes were so enjoyable and Tricia is an excellent teacher. Looking forward to returning next year already!’
— Stephanie
FAQs
Who are the Yogalates Class suitable for?
The classes are split into 2 groups and you can discuss with Tricia which group is best suitable for you. Exercises will be modified to suit your individual needs
What else should I pack with me?
Don’t forget that you will be sleeping in a tent; a very luxurious tent, certainly, but it is still a tent! The Irish weather can be unpredictable and changeable, so we suggest packing plenty of layers. It can get cold at night, so bring warm clothes to sleep in, woolly socks, a hat and maybe even a hot water bottle. You’ll be spending your days outdoors in nature so pack plenty of activewear, hiking boots, warm clothes for bedtime, towels and toiletries.
What services are available on the island?
Don’t forget there isn’t any ATM or petrol station on the island, so please make sure you fill your wallet and your car before leaving the mainland. Some businesses take payment by card, but for smaller purchases you may want a little cash with you.
Do I need to bring bed linen & towels?
We provide bed linen and towels, but please bring your own beach towel.
How do I get to Wild Atlantic Glamping?
Bere Island is served by two car ferries (see Getting There for more details). You will need to reverse onto the ferry, so join the queue ready to reverse down the pier. Please note that you cannot book the ferries in advance, so at peak times you might have to queue but if the ferry is full, don’t worry, they will come straight back for you - you will not be left behind! There will be signs from the ferry for the glamping site. Ferry prices are on their websites and the ferry can only take payment in cash, so make sure you have some with you.
Where do I find more information?
To ensure that all our guests have a pleasant and relaxing stay, we have a 'no noise' policy after midnight for this event. We have put a list of other FAQs on our website here but please do not hesitate to call us on 086 6027819 if you have any questions about the facilities.