Temple of the Moon
Lughnasa Edition
With Emma Rose Lowe and guest Harpist Ruth Corry
Next: Yoga Nidra & Harp experience: Sunday 23rd August 6-730pm
Lughnasa Edition
Please note that spaces are limited and early booking is recommended to avoid regret as these sessions usually sell out
Journey into the deepest levels of relaxation and rejuvenation. Temple of the Moon is a Yoga Nidra and Sound Bath experience curated to support you slow down, soften and deeply rest held at Mother of the Woods Retreat, Co Down.
Combining a full body meditation guided by Senior Tantra Yoga Teacher and Yoga Nidra Expert Emma Rose Lowe and the most ethereal Celtic soundscape on the Harp from musician Ruth Corry you will be transported into the therapeutic benefits and spontaneous healing of sound and dreamtime states of consciousness.
End of Summer Lughnasa Lunar Reset
As the moon waxes and wanes, so do we. Temple of the Moon is a monthly gathering devoted to deep rest, remembrance and reconnection. Through the healing practice of Yoga Nidra, immersive sound and seasonal ritual, we soften the edges of modern life and return to the wisdom within.
This August, our temple is woven with the ancient spirit of Lughnasa, the Celtic festival of first harvest. It is the moment when the land begins to offer its gifts, the apples grow heavy on the bough, the grain bows low, and the wheel of the year turns almost imperceptibly towards autumn. It is a threshold between the fullness of summer and the gentler rhythm to come.
Together, beneath the moon, we will honour what has ripened, release what no longer belongs, and surrender into profound rest. A soul deep exhale before September arrives. A chance to be held by the season, the sound, and the timeless rhythm of the Earth.
This special end of Summer Lughnasa dreamtime practice is an invitation to step out of the busyness of life and into the realm of soul. To listen deeply. To reconnect with the ancient wisdom of the land, the whispers of the ancestors, and the quiet knowing that lives within you.
We’ll begin with a deeply nourishing Yoga Nidra, guiding you into profound states of rest, healing and inner exploration. From there, you’ll be immersed in a magical Harp Bath, as Ruth creates an enchanting soundscape to soothe the nervous system and awaken the heart.
Allow yourself to drift between worlds, suspended between waking and dreaming, carried on waves of sound into the Celtic Otherworld for the ultimate Lughnasa experience.
A night to honour what the light has grown as it begins to fade.
A night to celebrate the ripeness of life.
A night to rest, receive and remember.
Next Yoga Nidra & Harp experience: Sunday 23rd August 6-730pm
Please note that spaces are limited and early booking is recommended to avoid regret as these ceremonies usually sell out
Deeply rooted in ancient wisdom and the healing arts, Yoga Nidra and Sound Healing have been practiced for thousands of year as effective tools for holistic healing and transformation. The origins of Yoga Nidra are found in the tantric practices of India and Sound Healing has been employed by cultures from all around the world, including ancient Egyptians, Tibetans, and native tribes of America. By harnessing the power of deep relaxation and sound vibrations, the body and mind enter a peaceful state of being that fosters deep healing and overall well-being.
Yoga Nidra, derived from the Sanskrit words “yoga”, meaning union and “nidra”, meaning sleep. It is a unique and very specialised practice that encourages a state of conscious relaxation. Through a fully guided, full body meditation that engages breath work, visualisation, body scans and techniques that soothe the nervous system, Yoga Nidra provides the perfect balance between rest and expanding your awareness, to create harmony between the body, mind, and soul.
Sound Healing works with the principle of resonance, the idea that everything in the universe is in a constant state of vibration, including our physical bodies. Using various sound-producing instruments such as crystal singing bowls, gongs, and chimes, Sound Healing creates specific frequencies that resonate with the body’s natural energy centres, or chakras, allowing tension to melt away so we feel relaxed, replenished and reset from a cellular level.
Physical and Psychological Benefits of Yoga Nidra and Sound Healing
The potent combination of Yoga Nidra and Sound Healing promotes vast physical and mental benefits, including:
1. Stress Reduction: By guiding the body and mind into a state of deep relaxation, Yoga Nidra and Sound Healing can effectively relieve stress and anxiety on both a mental and physical level.
2. Improved Sleep Quality: The calming influence of these practices has been shown to promote better sleep, combatting insomnia and increasing overall sleep quality.
3. Enhanced Immune System: As the body enters a deeply relaxed state, the immune system is supported, giving it the opportunity to function optimally and promoting overall health and well-being.
4. Balanced Energy Levels: Yoga Nidra and Sound Healing work together to balance the body’s energy systems, promoting a sense of vitality and rejuvenation.
5. Increased Self-Awareness and Intuition: By entering a state of heightened awareness and connecting with one’s inner self, these practices can foster a deeper understanding of personal truths, desires, and beliefs, ultimately leading to self-transformation.
About Ruth
Ruth Corry is a harpist from Belfast with a passion for composing emotive, soothing and atmospheric music. Ruth’s most recent album, ‘Where the Light Is’ draws inspiration from nature, blending elements of folk, classical and ambient music to create a peaceful and uplifting listening experience.
Ruth graduated with a BA (Hons) in Music from Durham University where she achieved a First Class in her final recital. She is particularly passionate about Music as Therapy and the healing, calming qualities of the harp. Through both performance and composition, Ruth loves to share music that brings joy, peace, and comfort, creating space for reflection, connection, and hope.
About Emma Rose
Emma Rose Lowe is the founder of the Celtic School of Sacred Arts and the first certified Celtic Wheel of the Year training. She is the owner of Mother of the Woods Retreat and one of Ireland’s most Senior Tantra Yoga Teachers. Registered with Yoga Alliance as a continuing education provided Emma runs Yoga Nidra and advanced teacher trainings as well as being a certified Sex, Cycles and Fertility Coach.
Currently based in the North of Ireland Emma Rose holds weekly yoga and yoga nidra classes, Cacao and native plant ceremonies, Celtic Wheel of the Year workshops retreats and trainings including Northern Ireland’s original Yoga Nidra teacher training and her signature Belonging course: living the Celtic Wheel of the Year.
Our Venue: Mother of the Woods Retreat
other of the Woods Retreat is set in the home of Senior Tantra Yoga Teacher and Celtic Wheel of the Year guide Emma Rose Lowe. This charming 300 year old Georgian Hall and converted Hayloft Studio is nestled in 3 acres of ancient trees and wild meadows, in the rolling hills of Co Down.
Getting here:
Mother of the Woods is:
10 minutes from Temple/Carryduff, Saintfield and Ballynahinch,
10 minutes from Lisburn (8 minutes from the M1 junction at Lisburn)
20/25 minutes from Belfast City Centre
Full address is sent out on booking. Please note the location is not on a public transport route. The closest bus stop is approximately a 2 mile walk.
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