Get ready to dance to the sun setting over Ballybunion beaches with Astrid Longhurst for the opening of the MOYA Festival 2025

📍 Bandstand at the Castle.

FREE EVENT

Join Rena Blake and Sean Culhane and embrace MOYA 2025 with the Dawn Chorus at the gorgeous Barna Way.

Dawn Chorus Walk led by Rena Blake & Sean Culhane

UNDER 16’s WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN

📍 Barna Way — V31 YK68

Donation Based — Booking Essential due to limited spaces.

Rose Light Meditation. Immerse yourself in my rose light meditation. We will sit in stillness and I will guide you in a gentle yoga nidra ro begin. You will then lay down as comfortable as you need to be and I will guide you into a deep rose light activation meditation. We will finish with some gentle movements to support your body in integrating the healing you received and to help ground and softly awaken your senses. You will leave feeling grounded, calm, peaceful and deeply connected to Mother Mary.

📍 The Convent, V31 RH59.

💶 €23.00

Get ready to Glo & Flo at the Yogalicious Glo & Flo Wellness Party, a transformative mind-body experience that blends movement, mindfulness, and community! Sweat and sculpt with YogaliciousBODY, a high-energy fusion of power yoga and Pilates set to uplifting House and R&B beats. Then, unwind in ZEN, a soul-nourishing session of deep stretches, hatha yoga, and meditation to restore and recharge. Finally, keep the good vibes flowing with a post-class wellness party—journaling, healthy treats, and meaningful chats to leave you uplifted, rejuvenated and inspired. FIT. FLEXY. TONED. ZEN. Let's celebrate you!

📍 Castle Green, Ballybunion.

💶 €25.00 per person.

Join us for a special walk at Bromore Cliffs on a guided trip with Mike Flahive.

📍 Bromore Cliffs, V31 VV10

💶 Donations-based.

Plant based cooking can require us to think more creatively about food, and explore new flavours, textures and ingredients. This can be an overwhelming prospect if you are new to a plant-based diet or just interested in adopting more plant-based recipes into your life. But it can also open a world of possibilities! In this workshop we will make food that incorporates local ingredients and global flavours and take time to talk together about the challenges and opportunities of plant-based cooking and living. Chef Lily Toomey brings years of experience and expertise to a workshop that will address things like accessing ingredients, utilising what we already have around us, and tips for managing the time constraints that we all face. Together we will prepare food that’s perfect for sharing with family, friends, and community. This workshop is suitable for all ages and skill levels. All you need to bring is curiosity.

📍 St. Joseph’s Secondary School, Ballybunion, V31 RT61

💶 €20.00

Juggling life's responsibilities can, at times, feel like a struggle - especially during transitional stages of our life, such as Peri/Menopause. So; what is the research telling us... You are very welcome to join me for this explorative conversation. You bring your coffee, I'll bring the chocolate.

📍 Room of Light, Ballybunion Community Centre, V31 TV25

💶 Free, booking recommended.

Come join us for exciting coasteering at beautiful Meenogahane Pier! Get ready to explore the rugged coastline, jump off cliffs, swim through sea caves, and discover hidden gems along the way.

Date: Sat May 03 2025

Time: 11:30 AM

Location: Meenogahane Pier

Wild Water Adventures' expert guides will be there to lead the way and ensure a safe and unforgettable adventure. Don't miss out on this chance to experience the thrill of coasteering in one of Ireland's most stunning locations!

💶 €45.00

Welcome to the Children's Art & Craft Class at Cottage Art Studio!

Let your little ones unleash their creativity and imagination in this fun and interactive class. Mrs Brennan will guide them through various art and craft projects, allowing them to explore different techniques and materials. Sat May 03 2025 at 11:30 AM in the cozy Cottage Studio. Don't miss out on this opportunity for your kids to learn, create, and have a blast!

Join Jason Gorham for this one hour session on the present moment.

Using Medititive techniques and integrating them in to my day, I can stay Clear, Calm and Present no matter the situation.

📍 Room of Light, Ballybunion Community Centre, V31 TV25

💶 €10.00

Walk through Ballybunion's history with Local Guide Danny Houlihan. Explore the history and sights of this famous town. Meeting at the Beach Hive at 2pm V31E767. Children must be accompanied by adults. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear.

📍 Beach Hive, V31 E767

💶 €20.00

Breathwork workshop with Leigheas Retreats Beginners/Intermediate Breathwork (Pranayama). You will learn about the benefits of breathwork, as well as several techniques and styles of breathwork with supervision and guidance. This group session will explore different practices of breathing that you will be able to take home with you. All levels of experience/no experience welcome. Not suitable for U16s.

📍 Men’s Beach, Ballybunion

💶 €80.00

Join Cathy Healy RYT 500 for an exploration of Karma Yoga, the Yoga of Action - Saturday 3rd of May 2025 from 4pm to 6pm. Following on from the Bhakti Yoga workshop last year, Karma Yoga explores how we connect and communicate with Universal Flow & how we synchronise with it. The Workshop will include some gentle Yoga so please bring a Yoga Mat, a warm blanket, a cushion for support and a journal if you have one. There will be Movement, Meditation, Journaling & a sweet & authentic Connection to Self. All levels welcome. Booking is essential on 087 7837448, Investment €30

Sunday Morning Yoga Flow at the Bandstand. Join Cathy Healy for our Signature Sunday Morning Yoga Practice. Together, we come to practice Breath & Movement whilst looking out on the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. Bring a Yoga Mat & a Small Blanket or Towel. Please dress for the weather. Practice begins at 9.15am Sharp. Donation Based. All Levels Welcome.

Angel Inspirations 🕊 MOYA Festival 2025

📅 Saturday 3rd of May, 2025 | 9:20 – 10:30 AM 💫 Tickets €12 | Limited Spaces – Book Now! ✨

Get inspired, uplifted, and deeply connected to your angels ✨ Open up to the angels' messages with author and coach, Susan Browne Clear Your Energy & Step Into Joy with Your Angels Join author and coach Susan Browne for an uplifting Angel EFT experience, where you will: 🌟 Raise your energy levels with Angel EFT 🌟 Connect with Archangels Michael, Gabriel, Sandalphon, Raphael & Joules 🌟 Receive divine messages through angel visualisations and oracle cards 🌟 Experience angel-guided journaling with prompts for clarity and inspiration 🌟 Create a personal Angel Affirmation Card to take home Whether you're new to angels or already attuned to their presence, this interactive and heart-opening session will leave you feeling lighter, clearer, and aligned with your divine guidance. 🎟 Spaces are limited – Pay with Revolut now to reserve your place today! Tickets cost €12. When sending payment, add the message "Angel Inspirations" and tell me if you are booking for someone else so I'll have the right names down. 💫 Gift yourself this experience.

✨ Testimonials ✨

“I’ve loved this workshop; having practiced EFT for some time and dipped into Angel Therapy. This was amazing to learn how to combine the two very powerful tools and learn the variations of how to integrate EFT and Angel Therapy. My visualizations were very vivid! I loved asking the angels to supercharge my energy hands – it was powerful! The workshop was perfect – thank you, Susan!” – Elaine, Co. Cork.

“Having attended one of Susan’s workshops, I would definitely recommend her to anyone thinking of going to her for a one-to-one session of Angel EFT or to attend one of her workshops. Susan has a beautiful, gentle, angelic energy. She is a very caring and giving person.”

Join us for a special walk at Bromore Cliffs on a guided trip with Mike Flahive.

📍 Bromore Cliffs, V31 VV10

💶 Donations-based.

Hey there beach lovers and fitness enthusiasts! Are you ready to HIIT The Beach with us on Sun May 04 2025 at Men's Beach in Ballybunion? Get ready for an intense and fun workout session right by the sea. Let the sound of the waves motivate you as you sweat it out with our high-intensity interval training (HIIT) session. Bring your friends and let's make this a morning to remember. Don't forget your workout gear, sunscreen, and water bottle. See you there!

📍Men’s Beach, Ballybunion

💶 €10.00

Come join us for a fun-filled day with your family at MOYA Family Day! Get ready for exciting games, delicious food, and quality time with your loved ones. This event is the perfect opportunity to bond with your family and create lasting memories together. Don't miss out on this fantastic day out in Ballybunion!

📍 Children's Playground, McMunn’s Garden, Main Street.

Body Bliss: Mindful Movement with Body Confidence Expert, Astrid Longhurst.

Step into Body Bliss, a transformative mindful movement class that invites you to reconnect with your body, mind, and spirit. Through a unique blend of gentle movement, body mantras, breath-work, and energy medicine, this class guides you on a journey of self-healing and inner peace. This beautiful mindful movement session is designed to release tension, balance your energy, and cultivate a profound sense of well-being.

As you flow through mindful movements, you will tap into the power of body mantras to align your energy and enhance your connection to the present moment. Breath-work techniques will help you center and calm your mind, while energy medicine practices support your body’s natural healing process.

Whether you're new to mindful movement or a seasoned practitioner, Body Bliss provides a nurturing space for self-discovery and rejuvenation. You will leave feeling grounded, revitalised, and in tune with the blissful energy within you.

Join Astrid to experience the healing power of movement, breath, and energy, and discover the art of self-healing through Body Bliss.

Bio: Astrid Longhurst is a world class Body Confidence Expert, Author & Fitness/Mindful Movement & Energy Medicine presenter. Her work is featured in many magazines & newspapers, including the Daily Mail, Health & Fitness Magazine, Prima, Woman’s Way, Top Sante & many more. Astrid is the Founder of the Institute for Body Confidence Coaching (www.instituteforbodyconfidencecoaching.com) where she trains up and coming body confidence & wellbeing coaches.

She is the Author of two highly acclaimed books on Body Confidence: “Body Confidence” and “Romancing your body.” https://www.instagram.com/romancingyourbody/?hl=en She is a champion of women’s empowerment and believes that you are never too old to follow your bliss and live your dreams. Astrid provides one to one coaching online, consultancy, fitness programmes & keynote inspirational talks & workshops. www.astridlonghurst.com

📍Room of Light, Community Centre V31TV25

💶 €20.00

In this two hour workshop, we will explore how we can use awareness, kindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, equanimity and gratitude practices to support our own health and wellbeing. My intention for this workshop is to create a space in which you can attune to yourself, listen to your own inner wisdom, find out what it is that you need for your self-care and what practices best support you in doing this.

📍 The Convent V31 RH59

💶 €30.00

DRUM DANCE with Miss KAT

Come join us for a fun and energetic drum dance event with the one and only Miss KAT! Get ready to move your body to the beat and feel the rhythm in your soul. This in-person event will take place in the beautiful town of Ballybunion on Sun, May 04, 2025 at 11:30 AM. Don't miss out on this opportunity to dance, drum, and have a blast with Miss KAT!

Cormac's Coastal walk takes place during the MOYA Wellness Festival, May Bank Holiday 2025. Meditation, Ocean, Yoga & Art in beautiful Ballybunion by the Sea.

Cormac will meet us at the Lifeguards hut/Surf School on the Men's Beach.

Please dress appropriately for the weather and for walking on the beach and black rocks.

The walk starts at 12 noon and will take approximately 1 or 2 hours

€10.00 per person.

UNDER 18 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN

Get ready to witness an amazing Capoeira Display in Ballybunion! Join us for an afternoon filled with energy, music, and impressive martial arts moves. Capoeira is a unique Brazilian art form that combines elements of dance, acrobatics, and music. You don't want to miss this exciting event showcasing the skill and agility of our talented performer. Everyone welcome to join in.

📍Children’s Playground.

An FM transmission featuring students from Scoil Iosagain, Ballybunion, artist & musician Niamh O’Brien and Dr Joanne O’Brien, who have written and recorded an audio story inspired by the Ballybunion coast.

A transmission station will be set up on the Men's Beach where people can sit and listen. The story will be broadcast on loop on a selected frequency and attendees can listen on the radios we place on site or can tune in their car radios.

📍 Men’s Beach

💶 Donations-based.

In this session, I will guide a loving kindness practice where we will start with awareness and grounding ourselves, before moving on to offering the traditional loving kindness phrases "May I be safe, May I be healthy, May I be happy, May I live with joy and ease" to ourselves, a loved one, a neutral person (someone we see and don't really know) and a difficult person (someone we find challenging). There are many benefits to practising loving kindness such as improved health and wellbeing and the nurturing of peace within ourselves and in our world.

For further information on these benefits, here is a link to an article that highlights the benefits of LKM and the scientific research to support these benefits.

📍 The Convent V31 RH59

💶 Free

Welcome to The Big Bongo Party with Mr BOOM!

Get ready to groove and move at the most happening party in town! Join us on Monday, May 5th, 2025at 2:00 PM in Ballybunion for non-stop fun and music.

Mr BOOM will be playing the hottest tunes on his bongo drums, keeping the energy high. Don't miss out on this epic event!

Come dance, socialize, and make memories that will last a lifetime. See you there!

📍 Children’s Playground

💶 Donations-based.

Join me on the mat for gentle, yet challenging yoga flow classes! A yoga practice to help you become more self-aware, feel self-love and teach you how to be soft in a world that can be so hard. Classes pay particular attention to strengthening the mind-body connection through the asanas (yoga poses), breath-work and meditation. We will build strength, flexibility, and mobility for the physical body, as well as providing a soft meditation for the mind. There will be lots of options throughout the classes, making them accessible to everyone – beginners included! Looking forward to seeing you on the mat!

📍Men’s Beach

💶 €12.00

Join us for a transformative Breathwork Group session where you'll have the opportunity to explore the profound benefits of conscious connected breathing. Rebirthing breathwork is a practice that guides us to uncover the buried emotions and unhealed pain that often influence our actions and decisions.

By embracing these feelings with compassion and authenticity, we open ourselves to a powerful process of letting go. This allows us to heal deeply and return to our genuine selves. As we release old patterns and emotional blocks, we create a sacred space within to feel more connected, present and whole. This guided session will provide a safe and supportive environment.

Whether you're feeling stuck, anxious, or just curious, this practice invites you to let go, breathe deeply, and find a sense of inner peace.

Come as you are. No experience needed—just an open heart and a willingness to breathe.

📍The Convent, C31 RH59

💶 €25 P/P

Feel the rhythm of the earth and the pulse of the drums as you flow through an unforgettable yoga experience on the beach. Tribal Flow Yoga blends breath, movement, and the raw energy of live tribal drumming to awaken your spirit and deepen your practice. Move through powerful asanas, balance with the ebb and flow of the waves, and stretch beneath the open sky as the primal beats guide your body and soul. This is yoga like you’ve never felt before—grounding, liberating, and deeply immersive. Connect with nature, the rhythm within, and a community of movers in this one-of-a-kind, soul-stirring practice.

📍 Bandstand at the Castle

💶 Donations based, booking required

Reset your body, recharge your mind, and step into the weekend and week ahead feeling strong, stretched, and ready for anything. Shake off the stress of the day with this dynamic yet grounding yoga session, designed to balance effort and ease. The Reset blends strength-building yoga, deep active stretching, and mindful breathwork to help you release tension, build stability, and feel fully refreshed.

What to Expect:

✔️ 1 hour workshop - Strength-focused yoga holds to build resilience and stability

✔️ Core work to support movement and posture

✔️ Deep stretching & mobility to unlock tight spots

✔️ Mindfulness & breathwork for full-body relaxation

🌿 Perfect for you if you want to feel:

✨ Strong – without high-intensity impact

✨ Energised & stretched out – balancing power and release

✨ Relaxed & reset – easing into your weekend and week ahead

Come breathe, move, and reset in a class that will leave you calm, recharged, and ready!

📍 The Convent, V31 RH59

💶 €12pp

Join us for a special walk at Bromore Cliffs on a guided trip with Mike Flahive.

📍 Bromore Cliffs, V31 VV10

💶 Donations-based.

Chair Yoga

The perfect class for those with want to increase their flexibility, maintain mobility and gain some mental clarity and stress relief. A great session for those who enjoy mindful movement in the company of others. A very friendly and social class, where everyone is welcome. There is a mix of sitting, standing (optional) and using the chair as support throughout.

No experienced required, suitable for beginners and open to adults of all ages.

This class is a donation based class, please pay what you feel the class is valued at for you on the day.

Class duration is 1 hour, no equipment or yoga mat required.

Welcome to the Children's Yoga event!

Date: Mon May 05 2025

Time: 10:00 AM

Come join us for a fun and relaxing session of yoga specially designed for children! Elishia will guide the little ones through gentle poses and breathing exercises to help them improve their flexibility, strength, and focus.

Yoga is a great way for kids to unwind, de-stress, and connect with their bodies. It's also a fun way to introduce them to the benefits of mindfulness and meditation.

No prior experience is needed, just bring your child along and let them enjoy a peaceful and energizingsession of yoga with other kids their age.

We can't wait to see you there!

📍 The Upstairs Hall, Community Centre V31TV25

💶 €8.00 pp

This calming and joyful workshop combines psychology and mindfulness, in the tradition of insight meditation or "vipassana", which literally means ‘to see clearly’, a centuries old mindfulness tradition that originates from the Buddhist teachings of Thailand, Burma, and Sri Lanka.

Join Suzanne for a talk/teaching that introduces you to psychology and wisdom of mindfulness to calm your busy minds, followed by a relaxing guided meditation on mindfulness of breath, connecting you to the spaciousness and peace that’s inside you.

Suzanne will then provide you with some lovely psychology tips for happiness and a talk/teaching on the wonderful opportunity mindfulness meditation provides you to cultivate happiness in your daily lives, ending with a uplifting guided meditation on mindfulness of happiness and joy, connecting you to innate happiness and wonder within you.

📍 The Convent, V31 RH59

💶 €25

Full details to follow.

📍Online

💶 €15.00 per person.

Welcome to the Pop Up Reformer Pilates event!

Join us on Mon May 05 2025 at St Joseph's Secondary School for a fun and energizing Pilates session. Get ready to strengthen your core, improve your flexibility, and enhance your overall well-being.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through a series of exercises using reformer machines, providing a challenging yet low-impact workout. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, this event is suitable for all fitness levels.

Come sweat it out with us and leave feeling rejuvenated and empowered. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your fitness journey to the next level!

📍 St. Joseph's Secondary School V31RT61

💶 €20pp

Welcome to The Role & Purpose of St. John's in the Community with Fr. Sean Hanafin! Join us at St. John’s Church, Ballybunion on Mon May 05 2025 at 14:00.

Fr. Sean will be sharing insights on the important work St. John's does in our community. Come learn more about how we can all contribute to making a positive impact together. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with others and be inspired to make a difference. See you there!

Welcome to Owakened Hearts - Cacao Ceremony & Yin Yoga!

Join us for a magical experience of heart-opening practices at The Convent.

Get ready to dive deep into a cacao ceremony to awaken your senses and connect with your inner self. Followed by a soothing Yin Yoga session to release tension and find balance. This event is a perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and nourish your body and soul.

See you there on Mon May 05 2025 at 14:00! Don't miss out on this unique experience.

📍 The Convent V31 RH59

💶 €35.00

Welcome to Balance & Heal Mind, Body & Spirit event at The Convent! Join us on Mon, May 05, 2025at 16:30. Take a break from your hectic schedule and prioritize your well-being. Don't miss out on this chance to find balance and heal in a serene and supportive environment with Elishia.

📍 The Convent, V31 RH59

💶 €8pp