Suaimhneas Yoga

My first yoga class was 20 years ago, and the practice has weaved through my life ever since. One of the greatest lessons I learned on the mat, was the bi-directional link between body and mind. Combined with my interest in Yoga philosophy, my practice became my staple throughout all of the ups and downs of life. It has also changed over time, and these days Yoga Nidra, Restorative Yoga and Yin Yoga are the pillars of my practice and teachings. I am passionate about sharing the positive impacts of deep rest on the mind and body. As someone whose path has involved navigating anxiety, panic attacks and PTSD, I understand first-hand the power of conscious rest.

MY TEACHING ETHOS

My goal is to create space to help others feel and see the power of these slower practices, to witness and observe the impact on mind and body, and the ripple effects that follow out into every aspect of our lives. Yoga isn’t about the shape you can create on the mat, it’s about the feeling that manifests inside, the soothing of the nervous system, and guiding the body back into harmony through space and slowing down. Yoga isn’t a magic remedy, but there is a softness and calm that we can foster through these slower practices in particular, and witnessing that impact on the mind, and also on the body, bears something magical in itself. Life is busy, the world can seem noisy, and during the peaks and troughs of life, these practices can accompany us in a supportive soothing way. 

I teach a small number of classes locally in two venues. The class schedule page gives details of venues and a link to my booking page with all upcoming classes. Follow along on Instagram for updates too! -> Suaimheas Yoga by Deborah

MY TRAININGS

I hold a degree and masters qualification in Psychology, and completed my PhD by research in the field also . I completed a 200 hour yoga teacher training in 2018, followed in more recent years by additional teacher training courses in Restorative Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Yin Yoga, Meditation Teacher Training, and Crystal Bowl Sound Healer Training. 

SUAIMHNEAS

Suaimhneas is my favourite word in the Irish language, and in essence can be explained as “calm comfort, peace, tranquility, quietness”. It captures, for me, the essence of these slower yoga practices. The calm that comes with the surrender and letting go, the serenity and clarity in that dreamy moment between wakefulness and sleep in Yoga Nidra. Ten years ago we named our home Suaimhneas, and when the time came to think of a name for my yoga teaching offerings, it came straight to mind again.