Last Friday, January 30th, at 7:30 p.m., Geashill Yoga held its final class in the Old School House in Geashill. The stone building from the 1800s, featuring two classrooms and high ceilings, has served as a community space for many years. It was inviting, reliable, and a cherished part of the neighborhood. Each Friday, we gathered for sessions: illuminated by candlelight and welcoming to beginners. We practiced vinyasa flows, pranayama, warrior poses, and planks—pure yoga wi

Last Sunday, February 1st—St. Bridget's Day—we opened the doors at Castle Barna Wellness Centre from 2pm to 4pm. A steady stream of people arrived, filling the area with tea, cake, and relaxed conversation. The atmosphere was genuinely warm. Friends, neighbors, and newcomers mingled, getting acquainted over slices from Ballycommon Bakehouse. Bog's Dollops (Rhode) and Hotshot Café in Daingean generously kept the refreshments coming. A bunch of children ran around outside havin

What do I mean when I talk about space? I'm referring to a few different layers, though I'm not diving into each one right now. Mostly, I'm thinking about the space in your breath, the space in your mind... the space in between. I often talk about the space in between, and by that I mean the space in the breath, the space in the mind. It’s there, in those quiet places, where things start to bubble up. It’s where you begin to see who you really are. It’s where the problems sur

In 2008, when I attended my first yoga class, I was the only man in the room. It felt intimidating at the time, though after a few sessions it no longer bothered me. Not every man feels the same way, and some choose not to return. Today, men make up roughly 10 - 20% of most classes I teach or attend – typically 1 or 2 men in a group of 8 to 10. This is an improvement from earlier years, when fewer men participated. A common comment I hear is that yoga requires flexibility to

Daingean, County Offaly – 24th of January, 2026 The highly anticipated Castle Barna Wellness Centre in Castlebarnagh, Daingean, County Offaly, is putting the final touches on its beautiful studio ahead of its official opening next month. Founded by George Burns, Theresa Burns, and Ashlea Guilfoyle, this community-led space is transforming the former Castle Barna Golf Club into a welcoming sanctuary for yoga, Pilates, meditation, mindful movement — and many more wellness ideas