LAMBAY PILATES RETREAT
Strong & Free - The Hip Reset
A 4-Day Summer Retreat on Lambay Island
with Jessy & Nina
Pilates Guide & Facilitator ~ Jessy Babin
Pilates Guide & Craniosacral Therapist ~ Nina Paavola
THE EXPERIENCE
Reconnect with the intelligent rhythm of your body on a breathtaking private island just off Ireland’s coast.
Join Jessy Babin and Nina for an unforgettable four days dedicated to exploring the pelvis and hips —
the seat of strength, stability, and fluidity in movement. Through classical Pilates, intuitive Craniosacral
therapy, mindful walks, and moments of stillness, you’ll discover how freedom in the hips creates ease
throughout the entire body.
On offer:
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World-class Pilates classes with a focus on hip health and how that affects your entire body
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A reflexologist and massage therapist on hand to further this work with specialised therapies
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An individual Craniosacral therapy session with Nina for each participant
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Premium accommodation on a breathtaking private island
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A unique gastronomic experience with wine pairings and whiskey tastings while you soak up the
island's healing beauty.
This weekend is a fantastic opportunity to develop strength through your practice and recharge your
batteries in an idyllic setting - your own private island that gives you time without the distractions of day to
day life to focus on yourself and your Pilates practice.
Jessy Babin
Nina Paavola
The Craniosacral session is tailored to each individual using the Craniosacral system to gently puzzle out the root causes of any discomfort or alignment issues - and almost as if by surprise, the underlying tensions are able to resolve. Nina brings her unique intuitive psychic abilities to her interpretation of the work which make the experience truly profound. A Craniosacral session with Nina was the most requested therapy after 4 years of running retreats on Lambay!
Prepare yourself to make some great memories in-between your world-class Pilates sessions: we have rounded out the schedule with enough time to soak up the surroundings with a fantastic history of the island and walking tour organised by the local experts who can point out all the best places to spot the residents of Lambay Island – the deer, wallabies, nesting seabirds and seals.
You can also schedule some extras with some extra-special practitioners: individual sessions of Pilates and massage, a whiskey tasting and a private tour of Lambay Castle.
Healthy, home-made cuisine will be plentiful, and we didn’t forget the Lambay nights - there will be happy hours, excellent wine pairings and a blazing Saturday night bonfire!
REGISTRATION & COST
Includes Lambay boat transfers, accommodation, all meals, plentiful refreshments, all Pilates sessions and so much more – further details below.
FURTHER DETAIL ON PRICING & PACKAGES
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Luxurious island accommodation for 3 nights / 4 days on the private isle of Lambay, protected and preserved by the Baring family since 1904.
All locally sourced, seasonal meals prepared by your private island chef and hospitality assistant: breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Plenty of refreshments in between!
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All Pilates classes
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Individual Craniosacral therapy sessions for each participant with Nina
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Free Pilates gift to tune up your hips that will be used in your classes and you can take home
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Saturday night bonfire with wine and treats
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Guided walking tour of the private island, as well as access to wander and discover - wallabies,
deer and puffins are all waiting to be seen (if you're lucky!) -
Morning and afternoon refreshments (tea, coffee, homemade healthy cakes, fresh fruit)
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Use of island wi-fi, sitting rooms, library, gardens, and local know-how
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Tea/coffee, herbal infusions and soft drinks available all day (self-serve)
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Lambay boat transfers at beginning and end of your retreat
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
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Onward travel outside of the boat transfers to/from Lambay Island
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Travel Insurance (highly recommended as there will be no refunds for travel changes)
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Extras or mainland expenses
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Extra private, duet or trio Pilates sessions
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Reflexology and Massage sessions
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Optional Lambay Whiskey Tasting Opportunity
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Optional Lambay Castle Tour
Deposit:
A non-refundable 30% deposit is required to secure your space. The balance is due 12 weeks prior to the retreat. Payment plans are available on request, with monthly instalments to help spread the cost.
More Questions?
For any queries about Lambay Island, the region or local travel info, please write to retreats@lambayisland.ie
For any other questions about the workshops or booking additional sessions, please write to Jessy at info@enlightenedpilates.com
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
The boats to and from Lambay are tide dependent, so timings will vary for each retreat and will be communicated to you well in advance. Here is an example schedule, subject to slight changes or shifts of activity times during the day:
THURSDAY
Boat departs Malahide OR Howth (TBC)
Island Welcome on the Pier
Time to settle in, tea/cake/fruit
Short coastal walk
Pilates class
Welcome drinks and dinner
FRIDAY
Breakfast
Pilates Class
Lunch
Pilates Class
Optional Lambay Whiskey Tour & Tasting
Personal Time
Dinner with Wine Pairings
SATURDAY
Breakfast
Pilates Class
Island Nature Walk
Lunch
Pilates Class
Afternoon Tea & Cake
Personal Time
Dinner
Final Evening Bonfire with Wine & Music
SUNDAY
Optional early morning coastal walk for seal spotting
Late Breakfast
Tour of Lambay Castle & Gardens
Tea/Coffee and Closing Ceremony
Departure from Lambay
EXTRAS
You will have the possibility to book extra private individual Pilates and massage sessions in addition to your included Craniosacral session with Nina.
Massage options with expert massage therapist Dee Mellon to complement the Pilates classes:
- Lomi Lomi Hip Massage
- Holistic Massage
- Indian Head Massage
- Traditional Foot Reflexology
- Advanced Facial Reflexology
- Menopause Reflexology
- Bespoke Visible Difference Face Lifting Facials
Dee Mellon runs Holistic Hands Dublin. She is an experienced, highly trained holistic therapist and instructor working in the industry for almost 20 years. Dee is highly respected and well sought after with a substantial waitlist for her treatments.
(Theses activities are not included in the price of your weekend; pricing and scheduling details provided upon booking.)
DELICIOUS MEALS & ISLAND TIME
Lambay's seasonal chefs are renowned for their delicious meals and warm, relaxed hospitality style. They use as much locally sourced produce as possible, including ingredients foraged from the island itself.
Your weekend includes three breakfasts, lunches and dinners, along with snacks and refreshments. Tea/coffee is available all day on a self-serve basis.
For general information about what to expect on Lambay including further information on accommodation, boat transfers, what to bring, etc, please return to the main Retreats page and scroll down.
