Welcome to Yoga le Grá
Hi to you, and a very warm welcome!
My name is Helena, founder of Yoga le Grá, yoga teacher, retreat and event planner.
Yoga le Grá means Yoga with Love, and this really is at the heart of everything I do.
My intention is to create warm, welcoming and nurturing spaces where people can move their bodies, explore yoga, breathe, rest, connect and feel completely at home.
I believe yoga is for everybody. You don’t need to be flexible, experienced or any particular shape or size. You just need to arrive as you are.
I love to teach from a place of joy, weaving themes into my classes and creating meaningful experiences, with plenty of kindness, compassion and a little bit of craic along the way.
Yoga as a Way of Life
Yoga, for me, is much more than a practice. It’s a way of living.
Life can be a bit of a roller coaster, and yoga helps me to stay grounded through the highs, the lows and everything in between.
It helps me to stay present with whatever arises, to breathe deeply and to embrace life moment by moment.
Along with meditation, time in nature and intentional self-care, yoga has become an anchor for me in both calm and stormy seas.
Rooted in the truth that we are part of nature...
When we connect with that truth, everything softens.
A Little About Me
I first discovered yoga in 2011 while living in Wellington, New Zealand. The practice had a profound impact on my life, helping me through a challenging time and giving me space to breathe, reflect, reconnect and grow.
I began my teaching journey in 2015 in Bali, and Yoga le Grá was born later that same year in Cork, where I opened a cosy little yoga studio on Model Farm Road.
After spending time travelling around Ireland, connecting deeply with the land, growing organic vegetables and working in a Buddhist retreat centre to deepen my meditation practice, I eventually found my way to Kerry.
I now live near the beautiful village of Glenbeigh on the Kerry coastline and feel incredibly grateful to call this place home.
When I’m not teaching yoga, you’ll often find me out in nature, mountain hiking, forest walking, sea swimming or simply enjoying a long mindful stroll.
And yes... I am a self-confessed tree hugger.
What to Expect at Yoga le Grá
Whether you join me for a weekly class, workshop, private session or wellbeing retreat, my passion is to create a space where you can simply be yourself.
My classes are welcoming and accessible, with options for different bodies and abilities.
You can expect movement, breath, relaxation, connection and time to slow down.
No pressure.
No need to be able to touch your toes.
No need to get your leg behind your head.
Just come as you are.
Retreats, Events & Nourishment
There is something very special about stepping away from everyday life for a while.
My retreats and events are created as an opportunity to slow down, reconnect, move, breathe and spend time in good company.
Yoga, meditation, nature and nourishment all come together to create an experience that supports wellbeing both on and off the mat.
Organic and locally sourced food is an important part of the retreats I create,
and I love sharing nourishing, wholesome and delicious homemade meals.
Yoga le Grá
Yoga means “to unite.”
Le Grá means “with love.”
Together, they embody the heart of my work:
To Unite With Love
Thank you for being here.
I hope to meet you on the mat sometime soon.
Le Grá,
Helena x
This was walking from Allihies village to Kenmare (we completed it over 3 days - about 90k walking we think ;)
self confessed Tree Hugger
West Cork ya Beauty
tip of Ireland Innishowen