12-14 SEPTEMBER 2025
Journey to the Heart: A Weekend Yoga Retreat
A soulful escape to reconnect with yourself through movement, breath, and reflection.
This weekend is designed to bring you back to your heart—your inner sanctuary of wisdom, love, and clarity. Through gentle yet powerful yoga, deep breathwork, soothing meditations, and heart-opening practices, you'll rediscover what truly lights you up.
Escape, Restore & Reconnect
A Transformative Yoga Retreat at Lough Mardal Lodge
The day never seems to end, does it? You pour your energy into work, tackling deadlines and demands, only to walk through the door into another kind of busy – a house filled with its own set of needs and responsibilities. There's rarely a moment to truly exhale, to transition from one demanding role to another. It's a relentless cycle of giving, doing, and managing, leaving you feeling like you're constantly pulled in a million different directions.
The quiet you crave feels like a distant memory, swallowed by the constant motion and noise. Evenings, meant for rest, often become another shift of tasks and to-dos. The weight of it all accumulates, leaving you feeling drained, both mentally and physically. It's hard to find the space to simply be, to reconnect with yourself amidst the constant demands of work and home.
This retreat offers you a precious pause button. It's an opportunity to step away from the non-stop motion, to leave the demands of work and the busyness of home behind. Imagine days where you can finally breathe deeply, where the only agenda is your own well-being. This is your chance to reclaim some quiet, to nurture yourself without the constant pull of external obligations, and to rediscover the peace that's been overshadowed by the relentless pace of your daily life.
Over three days at Lough Mardal Lodge, you’ll experience a profound shift—physically, mentally, and emotionally. This retreat is designed to help you release stress, reconnect with yourself, and return home feeling lighter, clearer, and more at peace!
✔️ Deepen your heart connection – Practices will help you tune into your heart’s wisdom and desires.
✔️ Feel more grounded & aligned – Time in nature, mindful movement, and stillness will bring a renewed sense of inner peace.
✔️ Leave feeling lighter, radiant & renewed – With clarity, balance, and a fresh perspective on what truly matters.
✔️ Release tension & stiffness – Through mindful movement, deep stretches, and breathwork, your body will feel more open and at ease.
✔️ Boost energy & vitality – Gentle morning yoga will awaken your body, while evening sessions will help you unwind for deep rest.
✔️ Improve posture & mobility – Focused heart-opening poses and mindful alignment will create more space in your body
✔️ Quiet the mental noise – Meditation and breathwork will help calm an overactive mind, bringing clarity and focus.
✔️ Let go of stress & emotional weight – Guided practices will allow you to soften and release what no longer serves you.
✔️ Reconnect with self-compassion – Journaling and reflection will help you shift from self-judgment to self-acceptance.
In addition to our scheduled yoga and meditation sessions, you'll have plenty of time for yourself—to rest, reflect, explore nature, or simply be. Lough Mardal’s stunning surroundings provide the perfect place for wild swims, peaceful walks, or quiet contemplation by the lake.
For those looking to enhance their retreat experience, you’ll also have the option to book luxury extras, such as massages, holistic treatments, and wild sauna sessions. Explore the options here:
Feeling drained from endless workdays that bleed into a demanding home life? As a woman 40+, are you craving a breath of fresh air and a chance to reconnect with yourself beyond all your roles?
This retreat is for you if...
You're yearning for space to breathe, rest, and truly reconnect with yourself, away from the constant demands of daily life.
You're the one who's always giving – to family, work, community – and you're finally ready to receive some much-needed nourishment and care.
You're navigating a life transition and need a supportive space to reflect and realign.
You're feeling emotionally or physically depleted and long for deep rest and restoration. You simply desire a weekend to press pause, step away from the noise, and reset your mind, body, and spirit.
You don’t need any prior experience or a specific fitness level. You just need to feel that inner call to slow down, tune in to your own needs, and nurture yourself. If you're seeking more calm amidst the chaos, clarity in your thoughts, strength in your body and spirit, and a gentle softness in your approach to life – then Journey to the Heart was created with you in mind. It's time to give yourself permission to receive.
If you're seeking more calm amidst the chaos, clarity in your thoughts, strength in your body and spirit, and a gentle softness in your approach to life – then Journey to the Heart was created with you in mind. It's time to give yourself permission to receive.
💛 A Personal Invitation from Me
I’m truly passionate about helping women find ease, release, and a deep sense of connection through yoga, mindfulness, breathwork, and meditation. Life can be overwhelming, and I believe that taking time to pause, breathe, and move with intention is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves.
Hosting this retreat at Lough Mardal Lodge is a dream come true, and I cannot wait to welcome you for this special weekend of rest, renewal, and self-discovery. Whether you're looking for physical relief, emotional balance, or just time to reconnect with yourself, you will be held and supported every step of the way.
First and foremost—Come as you are, with no expectations — just a willingness to be. 💛
Think of this weekend as time to unplug and settle into nature’s rhythm, which means dressing for whatever she might throw at us! Donegal’s weather likes to keep things interesting, so pack with flexibility in mind: cosy jumpers, a sturdy jacket, waterproof layers, and comfy footwear for wandering. Soft clothes for lounging and something snug for evenings by the fire will feel like a treat.
If dipping into the lake sounds like your kind of thrill, bring along swimwear and a towel. A pair of warm slippers or indoor shoes will make you feel right at home in the lodge.
For our practices, you’re welcome to bring your own yoga mat and any little comforts that make journaling special — a notebook you love, colourful pens, or whatever invites reflection.
Don’t worry about remembering it all — I’ll share a full list before we go. You’ll be well wrapped, well supported, and more than ready to settle in and soak it all up.
When you arrive at Lough Mardal Lodge on Friday afternoon, you’ll immediately feel the transition from your daily life to a weekend of deep rest and renewal. The pace will slow, and you’ll be welcomed into a space designed for calm and connection.
We’ll begin with a Heart-Centred Welcome, where you’ll have time to settle in, set your intentions, and connect with the group. After a nourishing dinner, we’ll gather for a calming evening yoga practice to help you release any tension and step into the weekend with ease.
Saturday will offer a gentle balance of practices designed to nurture both body and mind. We’ll enjoy yoga, mindful breathwork, journaling, and moments of stillness in nature. Each activity will invite you to reconnect with your inner peace, and there will be plenty of space for personal reflection.
On Sunday, we’ll experience a walking meditation through the stunning surroundings, offering a quiet opportunity to absorb all that we’ve experienced and reflect on the weekend. We’ll close with a Circle of Gratitude, a chance to honour our time together, share insights, and leave feeling grounded and centred.
Throughout the retreat, you’ll enjoy nourishing food, plenty of quiet time, and the opportunity to simply be. The weekend is about giving yourself permission to pause, let go of stress, and find a sense of clarity and calm.
If you have any questions or want to ensure the retreat is right for you, feel free to reach out. I’m happy to help! Email me: [email protected]
✨ Ready to join us? Simply click below to secure your spot. Once we’re fully booked, we’ll offer a waiting list in case a space opens up.
You’ll be staying in a beautiful, spacious Skydome Yurt, shared with 2 or 3 other women. These magical yurts are tucked away across 90 acres of untouched Donegal bogland, giving you a real sense of seclusion and stillness. You’ll drift off under the stars, cocooned in cosy comfort, and wake up to peaceful views of the lake and wild landscape all around you.
Each yurt is fully insulated and lovingly furnished with single beds, a wood-burning stove, crisp white linen, sheepskins, and Donegal wool blankets—everything you need for warmth, comfort, and a great night’s sleep.
Lough Mardal Lodge is a true escape into nature. Set in the heart of a protected bogland and designed with sustainability at its core, this is a place where you can fully unplug and unwind.
The heart of the retreat is the beautiful communal lodge, home to the light-filled Reciprocal Room—a stunning, gadget-free sanctuary with panoramic views across the lake, forest, and distant mountains. There are no TVs, no scrolling, just time to sit, breathe, and let your shoulders drop as your busy mind begins to settle.
This is a space to come back to yourself, surrounded by raw beauty, simplicity, and peace.
FOOD
Nourishment for Body & Soul
Over the weekend, you’ll be well looked after with delicious, wholesome vegetarian meals designed to nourish you from the inside out. Prepared with care using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, each meal is a chance to slow down, savour, and refuel.
We’ll gather for our first meal together on Friday evening, enjoying a comforting and satisfying dinner to ease us gently into the weekend.
On Saturday, you can expect:
🥣 Breakfast to start the day with warmth and ease
🥗 Lunch— hearty and wholesome, perfect for restoring energy
🍲 Dinner - a relaxed and nourishing end to the day
We’ll close the retreat with a final Sunday breakfast, giving you one last moment to sit, share, and enjoy a peaceful morning before departure.
There’ll always be time for tea, snacks, and quiet moments to digest — not just the food, but your experience too.
If you have any specific dietary requirements or allergies, just let me know in advance and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.
I’d love for you to join me. 💛
With warmth & gratitude,
Jacqueline
📜 Terms & Conditions
EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY
Please book mindfully, as we do not offer refunds. By booking your spot, you are committing to the event experience, and we encourage you to ensure that the dates and details work for you before finalising your reservation.
In the rare event that I must cancel the retreat due to unforeseen circumstances, you will receive a full refund. Additionally, if possible, we will offer you the option to attend on alternative dates.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
