The Emerald Isle Retreat
at Clontarf Castle, Dublin, Ireland
July 24th - 29th 2025
Stay in a 12th Century Castle in Dublin
Daily Yoga and Meditation taught by Sabrina
Fully Guided Day Tours of Dublin and Belfast
Award-winning dinner experiences
Private Reiki Appointments Available
*Read below for all of this and so much more*
Clontarf Castle Hotel is a unique 12th Century castle like no other. Guests will experience a combination of the rich Irish history & tradition of the 12th century castle, with all the luxuries of the 21st century, following a significant investment that has seen glamorous, bespoke interiors that will capture the imagination and enrich the senses.
Restaurants and Bars:
Fahrenheit Grill: AA Rosette Winning, specializing in dry-aged beef and fish.
Knight’s Bar: Firmly rooted in the traditions of the castle offering modern cuisine
Indigo Lounge: Uber chic bar and lounge
*Vegan and Vegetarian options available!*
Leisure Facilities
Coast promenade with jogging path - 5 minutes from the hotel
Croke Park - 5 minutes from the hotel
Sports Complex - 5 minutes from the hotel
Tennis Courts - 5 minute walk or 3 minute drive
Clontarf Golf Club - 7 minutes from the hotel
Dublin City Center - 10 minutes from the hotel
Fully equipped air-conditioned fitness suite - on property
*and much more*
Retreat Schedule
Thursday, July 24th, 2025:
3 pm: Check In
6 pm: Welcome Gathering
6:30 pm: Dinner
8 pm: Travel Day Stretch & Meditate
Friday, July 25th, 2025:
8 am: Grounding: Yoga and Breathwork
9 am: Breakfast
10:30 am: Dublin City Tour Excursion
with Lunch
6:30 pm: Dinner in Dublin City Center
8 pm: Wind Down: Stretch & Meditate
Saturday, July 26th, 2025:
8 am: Clarity: Yoga and Breathwork
9 am: Breakfast
11 am: Mindful Walk along Clontarf Promenade
6:30 pm: Dinner
8 pm: Reiki Meditation
Sunday, July 27th, 2025:
8 am: Aligned: Yoga and Breathwork
9 am: Breakfast
11 am: Belfast City Tour Excursion
with Lunch
6:30 pm: Dinner in Belfast
8 pm: Body Melt Meditation
Monday, July 28th, 2025:
8 am: Inner Focus: Yoga & Breathwork
9 am: Breakfast
3 pm: Emerald Hearts: Yin Yoga
5 pm: Goodbye Ceremony
6:30 pm: Dinner
Tuesday, July 29th, 2025:
9 am: Breakfast
12 pm: Check - Out
More Excursion Information:
Dublin City Tour:
Coach bus pick-up at Clontarf Castle
Explore Trinity Library and view the Book of Kells, a priceless manuscript dating back to AD 800
Lunch at a traditional pub in town
Enter the St.Patrick’s Cathedral (entry fee included)
Opportunity to view the Famous Georgian Squares
Guinness Storehouse Experience: Learn to pull a perfect pint, taste a refreshing Guinness, and explore the warehouse where the famous beer is crafted. This Storehouse was transformed from a warehouse of the original Guinness Brewery (opened in 1759). Enjoy 360-degree views of Dublin City from the 6th floor of this newly renovated building.
Dinner in the city
Coach bus drop-off at Clontarf Castle
Belfast City Tour:
Coach bus pick-up at Clontarf Castle
1.5-hour scenic drive to Belfast -Enjoy a partial coastal drive, scenes of the countryside, and many ruins of castles and ancient architecture.
Panoramic City tour, seeing City Hall, Queen’s University, and the parliament building at Stormont.
Optional Titanic Museum Experience at the newly opened Titanic Belfast (entry of 42 Euro not included)
Lunch at a traditional pub in town
Black Taxi Tour
Tour of the Shankhill and Falls Road learning the course of The Troubles
Sign your name on the famous Peace Wall of Belfast
Dinner in the city
Coach bus drop-off at Clontarf Castle
The schedule is subject to change.
All bookings for this retreat must be done through InspiredYogaPilates.com. Bookings through the hotel are not valid as retreat bookings.
A message from Sabrina
I have spent the last few months putting these plans together to ensure we have a well-rounded and unforgettable trip to Ireland. I am so excited to share this with you all. If you are a returning retreat guest, you know I put my heart and soul into every inch of these retreats. If we haven’t met yet, I am sure you will feel the love as soon as you arrive. I can’t wait to see you on the Emerald Isle!
BOOK HERE
Experience Yoga in Ireland in July 2025! We will stay in Clontarf Castle, a 4-star hotel created from a 12-century castle that still holds the charm and history of its past, with modern, fresh furnishing and touches. We will embrace the beauty of Ireland’s nature, rich history, and stunning architecture.
If you are sharing a room with another guest, please select Double Occupancy. Where prompted in the intake form, please include the first and last name of the guest you will stay with.
Optional Dinner Package: Choose the Dinner Package add-on below to pre-pay for three 3-course dinners at Clontarf Castle’s award-winning restaurants! This low price is not guaranteed upon arrival. Two dinners will be enjoyed after our excursions at traditional eateries in Dublin and Belfast.
Feel free to contact me with any questions!
Email: SabrinaYogaPilates@gmail.com or Cell: 631-338-6655
Experience Yoga in Ireland in July 2025! We will stay in Clontarf Castle, a 4-star hotel created from a 12-century castle that still holds the charm and history of its past, with modern, fresh furnishing and touches. We will embrace the beauty of Ireland’s nature, rich history, and stunning architecture.
EACH GUEST MUST PAY DEPOSIT SEPARATELY.
You also have the option to pay in full. Return to the previous page for the pay-in-full option.
If you are sharing a room with another guest, please indicate the other guest’s first and last name on the intake form where prompted.
Deposit:
50% due upon booking
After 90 days, an additional 25% is due by invoice
After 90 Days, the remainder of your balance is due by invoice
Invoices will be sent to you via e-mail one week before the payment is due. Please keep track of your payment dates. If you would like to pay more than what is due or pay early, please contact me with those requests.
Dinner Package: Choose the Dinner Package add-on below to pre-pay for three 3-course dinners at Clontarf Castle’s award-winning restaurants! This low price is not guaranteed upon arrival. After our excursion, we will also enjoy dinner in Dublin and Belfast after our excursions.
Feel free to contact me with any questions!
Email: SabrinaYogaPilates@gmail.com or Cell: 631-338-6655
The Dinner Package includes three 3-course dinners at Clontarf Castle’s award-winning restaurants. Purchase at this rate with me until May 25th, 2025. Dinner prices are subject to change at the hotel’s discretion after that date. Our other two dinners will be enjoyed at restaurants in Dublin and Belfast after our excursion.
This purchase does not constitute a booking. Please return to the previous page to either pay your deposit or pay in full.
Fahrenheit Grill:
Set in the original 12th century castle walls, Fahrenheit Restaurant has a majestic atmosphere with striking wooden beams, stained glass windows and panelled walls, allowing for reflection on bygone days. With carefully designed contemporary menus, impeccable service and sophisticated signature cocktails in a unique location, a dining experience at Fahrenheit Restaurant is an encounter like no other.
Recently awarded their second AA Rosette for culinary excellence within Ireland, Head Chef Paul Devoy takes the best of local artisan produce to design dishes that embrace freshness and ensure quality of flavour with seasonal menu’s that showcase the best of Irish throughout the year.
Knight’s Bar:
Knights Bar truly is the jewel in the crown of this extraordinary 12th century castle, a beautiful room with its polished wooden floors, warm leather banquettes & classic upholstered booths, open fireplaces & ornate pitched ceiling. Visitors will experience a journey through modern Irish cuisine with carefully designed contemporary menus served in an enchanting 12th century Irish bar, Knights Bar has the perfect blend of contemporary sophistication & welcoming ambience.
Knights has in recent years become a stalwart of the Dublin Gastro Bar scene, delivering exceptional dishes created by Executive Head Chef, Paul Devoy, using only the very best of local produce, of which there is no shortage thanks to the hotels envious stone’s throw from the beautiful north Dublin coastline and Howth, the home of Dublin fresh fish and seafood.
It is however, the warm, caring and familiar service delivery by a dedicated team that boasts amongst its ranks many team members who have been with the Castle for years, guaranteeing all that frequent a wonderful genuine experience.
Any of the restaurants can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free needs. Please indicate any allergies on your intake form when booking.
Alcohol not included.
There are many restaurant options in Dublin’s City Center, just a 10-minute drive away, if you would like to go out for Dinner.
Retreat Price includes…
Room Accommodation for one or two people
Two to three specialized classes with Sabrina per day
Full Irish breakfast each morning
Two Fully Guided Day Tours with Lunch - Dublin and Belfast
Surprise extras!!
Frequently Asked Questions
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The morning yoga practice will be a slow-breath-led practice with some Sun Salutations to welcome the morning and time to pause in the poses. We will also practice Yin Yoga, which involves longer-held deep stretches. Each practice is suitable for all experience levels. Please bring a yoga mat and any props you would like to use.
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Yes! Each class can be modified for students of all levels.
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No. Please bring your yoga mat and any props you like to practice with!
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Yes! Choose the Single Occupancy option when you book.
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Of course. All the guests can join each event on the retreat schedule, but it is not mandatory. This is your vacation!
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June to August is the sunniest time of the year in Ireland. Ireland is known for its rainy weather, and rainfall is still common, but less so than in other months. You can expect a high of 70’s and a low of mid 50’s at this time of year.
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This retreat can have a maximum of 20 students, with 13 signed up so far! This gives us a great group to explore yoga and Ireland with. Get to know a wonderful community of Inspired and like-minded people.
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Dublin is a very safe city, and Clontarf Castle is a high-end hotel that you will feel very comfortable at.
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Clontarf Castle can accommodate any dietary restrictions or allergies. Please mention all restrictions/allergies on your intake form where indicated at check-out. The restaurants in Dublin’s city are known to accommodate dietary restrictions/allergies easily. Please see the Dinner Package description or information on each of Clontarf Castle’s award-winning restaurants.
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No. Clontarf Castle does serve alcoholic drinks, but alcohol is not included in your retreat fee. Drinks are also available at lunch and dinner during excursions but will be charged to you separately. Please drink responsibly.
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Breakfast is included at the castle each morning. If you would like to have dinner at the castle restaurants, please purchase the Dinner Package and the deposit or pay in full option to secure your spot!
You also have the option to have dinner with your travel buddy in the city or pay for dinner at the castle during your stay. The same price I can offer you is not guaranteed at the castle.
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Scroll below to the booking options. You can leave a 50% deposit or pay in full for this experience. If you would like to add the dinner package, you ca add both items to your cart before paying the total. Feel free to contact me with any questions.
Email: SabrinaYogaPilates@gmail.com
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No, flights and ground transfers are not included. Dublin airport is very safe and will have many taxis outside. If you prefer a scheduled car, I can help arrange one with our tour company. Prices start at 195 Euros for 2 travelers.
We highly recommend travel insurance
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Clontarf Castle is only a 15-minute drive from the Dublin Airport.
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Aer Lingus is an Irish Airline that is well reviewed!
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Cancellations 91 or more days before your check-in day are 50% refundable
Cancellations made within 1-90 days of your check-in date are non-fundable.
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Absolutely! Select the "Deposit" payment option on this page or the BOOKing page. Details on payments are in the description.
Deposits are subject to the cancellation policy.
