Radiance - A Summer Solstice-Inspired Retreat
With Shifu Yan Xin, Amy Jennings, Suphi McCabe, Paul Quinn, Maria O’Reilly and Isis Neal
June 29 - July 2, 2026
Theme:
A celebration of light, confidence, and joy, this retreat harnesses the brightness of summer to awaken your inner radiance – encouraging connection, renewal, and deep appreciation for the season of abundance.
Our retreats are team-led, meaning you’ll be cared for and guided by a group of skilled facilitators, each bringing their own expertise and passion. Together, they create a supportive environment where you can relax, learn, and grow. There is no experience needed, just a willingness to show up as you are.
Through energising practices, restorative rituals, and moments of stillness, this retreat invites you to reconnect with your natural vitality, soak up the warmth of the season, and truly radiate from within.
Itinerary:
Day 1 – Monday, 29 June
3:00 pm: Check-in & Welcome Refreshments
4:30 pm: Opening: Shaolin Wholistic Experience
6:30 pm: Dinner
8:00 pm: Guided Bedtime Relaxation
Day 2 – Tuesday, 30 June
8:30 am: Morning Meditation & Energising Yoga Practice
10:15 am: Breakfast
11:30 am: Cold Plunge & Sauna Rituals – Group 1
12:30 pm: Cold Plunge & Sauna Rituals – Group 2
2:00 pm: Lunch
3:00 pm: Free Time
4:30 pm: Summer Foraging & Plant Folklore
6:30 pm: Foraged Feast
8:00 pm: Sound Bath & Cacao Ceremony
Day 3 – Wednesday, 1 July
6:00 am: Hilltop Sunrise Hike with packed morning snack
9:00 am: Breakfast
10:30 am: Free Time: Use of Facilities, Relax, or Book a massage
1:00 pm: Lunch
2:30 pm: Free Time: Use Facilities, Relax, or Book a massage
5:00 pm: Cooking Demo
6:30 pm: Firepit Cooking Dinner
9:00 pm: Evening free in the garden
Day 4 – Thursday, 2 July
8:30 am: Closing Practice: Shaolin Wholistic Experience
10:15 am: Breakfast
11:00 am: Checkout
About the Leaders
Shifu Yan Xin
Shifu Yan Xin is a 34th Generation Shaolin Warrior Disciple, a master teacher, and the living heart of KungFu.Life. His presence is quiet but powerful, his teachings ancient yet deeply alive—rooted in the wisdom of the Shaolin Temple and expressed through the fullness of his life experience. From a young age, Shifu Yan Xin was […]
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Amy Jennings
Amy Jennings is a botanist, conservationist and beekeeper with a deep appreciation for plants and nature. A masters in biodiversity conservation allowed Amy to further explore her interest in ethnobotany, which looks at the connection between people and the plant kingdom. This research took her to countries like Afghanistan, Iraq, Jordan, India, Tibet and […]
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Suphi McCabe
Suphi, a native of Alabama, loves nothing more than growing and cooking fresh, soulful food. She also offers Pirtis Sessions—a cosy, heart-warming sauna experience to relax and connect. Both passions let her share warmth, nourishment, and a little Southern sunshine wherever she goes!
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Paul is a fully qualified Mountain Leader and Guide. He is also a seasoned trainer in Mountain Navigation and Group or Team Management. Working with and on behalf of Mountaineering Ireland, he delivers programmes and training in Group Management Protocols and Plans for various hiking clubs and organisations. Paul’s backyard has always been Glendalough and […]
Learn more about Paul QuinnMaria O’Reilly
Meet Maria O’Reilly, a creative and energetic professional, leading the way as a Certified Hiking Leader and Guide, an Executive & Business Coach & Workshop Facilitator. As co-founder of Bespoke Treks and Hikes, Maria shares a huge love for the outdoors; she has a real passion for both business leadership and bringing the rejuvenating influence […]
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Isis Neal
Isis Neal has been working with food for over thirty years. Classically trained in French method her style of cuisine and approach to cooking and health evolved over time. Influenced by the places she’s lived and exceptional people she’s worked with. Formative years spent in Southern California, Dublin, time spent in Brazil and Paris as […]
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