Wellness Retreats on the West Coast of Ireland
When you are searching for a Creacon wellness retreat or browsing options like Creacon lodge, you are likely looking for a place to step away from the noise of the world and find a sense of inner peace.
Ireland is home to some wonderful wellness spaces, and Creacon lodge wellness has long been a destination for those seeking healing.
However, if you are looking for an experience that is deeply intimate, group-focused, and immersed in one of the most unique landscapes in the world, the Burren Yoga Retreat offers a distinct alternative.
We believe that a true retreat should be more than just a place to stay; it should be a community experience where you feel completely held and supported from the moment you arrive.
Since we opened our doors in 1999, our philosophy has been different from larger centres such as Creacon lodge.
While many places cater to large numbers—sometimes up to 30 guests at once—and allow outside visitors to drop in for a single class or meal, we have chosen a more focused path.
At the Burren Yoga Retreat, we only ever run one retreat at a time.
The retreat centre is used exclusively for the guests on that one retreat.
This means that everybody eating or chatting in the dining room, and everybody in the yoga studio, or out on our guided outings are on the same retreat and the same journey as you.
We take a maximum of 18 guests, creating a warm, boutique atmosphere where a genuine group bond can flourish.
Unlike the more disjointed feeling of larger venues where many unconnected people are constantly “floating in and out,” our retreat is a dedicated sanctuary for our residential guests on the same retreat only.
One of the most common things our guests say is that they feel at home within minutes of stepping through the door.
Approximately 70% of our visitors come on their own, and the intimacy of our small group size is designed to foster an environment that is ideal to form new friendships.
Whether you were originally looking for Creacon lodge yoga or a general health break, you will find that the intimate and quality feeling here and the sense of community is a powerful way to connect with yourselves as well as connect with other like minded people.
Of course, we also welcome couples and friends who wish to share this life-changing experience.
Exploring the ancient Burren hills together being led by an experienced guide, and discovering new things about yourselves is a beautiful way to deepen your connection.
A significant difference you will find when comparing our offerings to a Creacon wellness retreat is the inclusion of guided outings in the Burren hills and by the sea.
While many centres provide wonderful indoor treatments, we believe that spending time in Nature is like food for the soul.
The Burren is a UNESCO Geopark, an ancient mystical landscape that has drawn seers and seekers for thousands of years.
We provide daily guided outings led by an experienced guide who knows the secret, “off the beaten track” locations that most tourists never see.
These are not just walks; they are immersions into a world of 5,000-year-old dolmens, rare wildflowers, and rugged Atlantic coastlines.
Spending time in nature is essential for assimilating the yoga and meditation practices you learn in the studio. As well as a lovely way to connect with other like-minded guests and to have fun and laugh together.
Our guided outings include invigorating hill walks, tranquil seaside strolls, and optional sea swimming for the brave and bold!
There is something incredibly life-affirming about an Atlantic dip to release endorphins and make you feel on top of the world..
These experiences are a huge part of what makes our retreats so special. While you might find great indoor sessions at Creacon lodge wellness, we invite you to breathe in the freshest air in Ireland and let the vast horizons of the west coast lift your spirit.
It’s a chance to challenge yourself physically while finding a deep sense of calm in the silence of these ancient mystical hills.
Experience matters when it comes to your well-being.
Dave Brocklebank founded the Burren Yoga Retreat in 1999, making us Ireland’s first dedicated residential yoga and meditation centre.
Dave has been practicing meditation consistently since 1978 and yoga since 1989 and has hand-picked the crème de la crem of yoga and meditation teachers.
We had been refining our retreat experience for eight years before Creacon lodge or any other yoga retreat centre in Ireland ran their first retreat in 2007.
We have won the TripAdvisor Award of Excellence for 15 years in a row, a testament to our consistency and the high quality of our teachers and staff.
In 2021, we completed a total expansion and renovation of our centre, resulting in a state-of-the-art facility that offers a glass walled yoga studio on the first floor with breath-taking views over the Burren hills, a large spacious dining room, dedicated massage therapy rooms and spacious en-suite bedrooms.
The en-suite bedrooms feature under-floor heating and electric black-out blinds and have been specially designed to ensure you get the most restorative sleep of your life.
After a morning of yoga and an afternoon exploring the hills, you will return to the aroma of a kitchen filled with love.
Our in-house chef prepares mouth-watering vegetarian meals that our guests rave about.
Using the finest local and organic ingredients, we create food that nourishes the body and delights the palate.
This isn’t just “healthy eating” – it’s often describes as the best vegetarian food our guests have ever tasted.
Many people tell us they would come back for the food alone!
Unlike places where you might just drop in for a meal, here, every dinner is a communal event where stories are shared and the group connection is strengthened. Many people make friends here and stay in touch for years to come.
We believe that wellness is enhanced when you can tweak it to your own preference.
On our retreats, we encourage you to tune into yourself, and to do what feels right to you on the day itself.
If one morning you feel like having a cosy lie-in and skipping the early meditation or yoga class, that is perfectly fine!
You can join us for breakfast at 10:00 am feeling refreshed and ready for the day’s adventure.
Our retreats are a perfect blend of relaxation and activity, led by a hand-picked team of exceptional teachers.
Whether you are a complete beginner or an advanced practitioner, you will be guided at a level that is just right for you.
The energy at our centre is highly charged and peaceful, purely because the building has been used exclusively for yoga, mediation and wellness retreats since its inception.
It is a place for rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation. Whether you are dealing with the stresses of modern life or simply need a “digital detox,” the combination of the mystical Burren and our expert care provides the ideal reset.
We offer weekend retreats and week-long stays with flexible booking options all year round.
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