I took part in Geraldine's Rebirthing breathwork retreat in Westcove and loved it.
I was amazed at Geraldine's depth and authenticity which led me to life changing inner truths and releases.
I had to leave one day early but still found my 2 day Rebirthing Breathwork experience absolutely transformative.
It had given me an inner peace that lasted a long time.
Thank you so much Geraldine. You've made a huge impact on my life in that very short time.
Susanne
The rebirthing retreat genuinely is life changing, I made realizations over that weekend that had never crossed my mind in my 44 years on this earth. Very powerful in bringing to light anything that you are holding onto & is holding you back. The whole weekend is just gorgeous too, with each exercise as powerful as the next, Geraldine & Thomas are the real deal, 12 months on and I still feel the positive change from that weekend in my life. Lisa
Having recently attended the Grandmothers Keen Retreat with Ger and Tomas, I can honestly say it was one of the most powerful and profound journeys of my life. I began in March at the Maidens Keen and so much has transformed in my life this year because of this journey. For me safety and integrity in being held through such deep processes is paramount. So too is wisdom and experience. Both Ger and Tomas have all of this and more in bucket loads. They are pioneers for deep healing and true connection. Their ability to work and weave together and with the group is incredible and inspiring. To hold and tend to such grief and pain is a testament to the amount of love and connection one is able to hold. Geraldine and Tomas hold and tend to both in equal measure creating an amazing experience for all. I could not recommend their hearts and their pioneering work more highly. Melanie Taylor
“To be held in a space of pure love with my husband was quite a profound experience for us both. While we had a sincerely enjoyable weekend, it isn’t until now (7 months later) that I can see and feel the impact of that time and space spent & created together breathing and being present with one another and others on a similar quest. Geraldine and Tomas told us this would have a real genuine impact on our relationship and that our family. I can attest to that truth. The expansion I feel and the openness and spaciousness in my heart with the willingness to lean in (even and especially when) challenges arise
I would recommend all couples who are invested in true union and healing in a collaborative safe real way to experience this space, at least once in their lives. I’m pretty sure this would become an annual drop in point for many. The expansion in our marriage is glorious to witness and be apart of”
Cliona O Hanlon
Discovering Geraldine's breathwork & retreats has been a game-changer for me. From the first session, I knew she was different. Geraldine is the epitome of authenticity. She doesn't pretend to have all the answers or portray an idealised life. Instead, she's real and unapologetically herself, guiding with a gentle hand while encouraging self-exploration.
What I love about Geraldine's approach is the balance of guidance and personal freedom. She's there, not as an all-knowing guru, but as a supportive peer. She gives you the room to navigate your own path, to delve into your inner world at your own pace.
Her sessions are down-to-earth, nothing too far-fetched or overwhelming. Geraldine has this remarkable ability to handle whatever comes up, making you feel safe and validated in your experiences. She creates a space where it's okay to be vulnerable, to explore the depths of your emotions without fear or judgment.
I've always felt incredibly safe in Geraldine's hands. There's a sense of security in her sessions that has allowed me to confront aspects of myself I never thought I would. She's more than a teacher; she's a guide who's helped me to unearth strengths and insights I didn't know I had.
Iam deeply grateful for the journey I've embarked on with Geraldine. Her guidance has been instrumental in my personal growth, and I cannot recommend her enough to anyone seeking a genuine, transformative breathwork experience.
Maeve
It’s really hard to put into words and describe what happens anytime Geraldine and Tomás gather groups in Westcove. A strange type of magic unfolds where all the stories, all the burdens we think we carry can be transmuted through the simplicity of the breath, the intelligence of the body and the integrity of the space held by them both. I am forever grateful to Geraldine and Tomás for the ways they have not only changed my life but in truth have helped change my perspective on the simplicity in the beauty of the lives we already live, here and now. It has also deepened and massively informed the space I can hold in my own work.
Niamh
I began breath-work with Geraldine when I was 12 weeks pregnant and it was the best decision I could have made for both myself and my baby. Due to a stressful period in my life, I experienced a series of panic attacks and continuous anxiety during which time I also fell pregnant. The 1:1 sessions with Geraldine helped me work through this, healing me in a way i didn’t think possible and gifting me the most wonderful pregnancy and birth experience. Furthermore, I have entered the postpartum phase as a confident and calm first time mom, a far cry from what I had imagined the experience to be when starting out on this breath-work journey. I know I owe this to working with Geraldine and her vast experience as a breath-work practitioner, it has truly been life changing.
Charlotte
I was so vulnerable when I started out on my rebirthing training. It was only a few months previously that I had lost my mam and also became a single mother. I undertook this phenomenal, deep, heart-wrenching journey, accompanied by 5 brave souls. I am beyond grateful for that experience!
As each module unfolds, we were taught to embody and integrate those teachings. We unravelled all the different aspects of ourselves and accepted them, with humility. We learned to allow ourselves the right to be completely vulnerable and then chart the path to become willing to let go. In learning to surrender and embody the breath, all the self judgements and stories fall away. It completely changes the lens I now view life through.
Without a doubt, this is the best investment I have ever made in myself. It is an enormous privilege to give the gift of Rebirthing breathwork to others.I recognise it’s not for the faint-hearted but I am now empowered to help others to heal their traumas and have the courage to become their true authentic self. With Ger’s guidance, I can now impart that. I am forever grateful.
Aislinn
I'm not sure I full have the words to encapsulate the potency of the work that Ger dose however I can share how I feeling to translate that. This was my first Keening training weekend and the depth of the work has blown me away, there has been such monumental shifts in my life on subtle levels and I feel the most grounded I have felt after any work. The work takes you to the depths of rebirthing and into the shadows that are to be cleared and released so that you can make space within the self, like decluttering the soul. I released lifetimes of shame and it has allowed me to live in a more easeful way with less judgement and triggers in so many areas of my life. Keening is such an ancient practise and truly reveals the power of a woman in her essence what she can hold and what she can let go out Ger holds a Sovern and grounded space, empowering women to reclaim who they are! She guides women in a humbling, compassionate and firm way so they feel full the trust to go to the deep raw spaces that are needed to clear so they can rise. She is a wise, embodied and passionate teacher. I am grateful, honoured and humbled by this path. I cannot recommend this work highly enough it's life changing, powerful and real This work is needed for the women of the world .Claire Killilea
When the remembrance of this ancient practice kept popping into my awareness and conversations, I knew it would not be long until I was guided to a guide and guardian keeper of this ancient, primordial even, practice. Pain, grief and darkness are familiar companions of mine and although my capacity to hold myself and others in it, runs deep, it is not often I can feel so safe and nurtured to be held. Yet this is the space Ger and her team offers, a beautiful, powerful holding space, honest, transparent, rich in integrity and compassion. In such a potent space, the invitation arises to go to the depths of our heart and body, to not only honour and hold pain and grief we inevitably carry but to also remember and retrieve the treasures and innate gifts that are held in the very same place. I will be forever changed from the weekend amongst such incredible people in such a special place. Míle Buíochas. Melanie Taylor
“I have done my first 10 sessions with Geraldine and the experience has been profound. My initial consultation was in person right before restrictions came in and then the remaining, but one was on line over Zoom. There was no difference between in person and over Zoom, the experience was the same and this is down to Geraldine and her professionalism. Her knowledge of her craft is immense, and she immediately notices when an adjustment whilst breathing is needed.
The sessions are tough going but oh so rewarding afterwards when you sit and integrate. I have finished this current batch with about 3 weeks now and I am still shifting old stagnant energy each week and with that, the mind becomes clearer. There is a set structure for the initial sessions, but Geraldine is perceptive enough to know when that needs to be dynamic and to follow what she feels the client needs. She reads her clients so well, creates a very welcoming environment but also is steadfast enough to stick with what needs to be unearthed.
She asks the tough questions, takes no rubbish and will keep you honest with yourself. This work is not for the faint-hearted, but it needs to be done if we want to become unstuck and finally live a life true to ourselves where we become intentional and get out of our own ways.
I would now consider Geraldine a friend and really look forward to more sessions with both her and the many more offerings she provides. Book now and get the ball rolling, your only regret is that you didn’t start sooner. Remember it's always better late than never…
Kerrie Kennedy
Approximately four years ago I did a weekend of rebirthing sessions with Geraldine Ahern. The reason I wanted to do a full weekend of these sessions with Geraldine was because at the time I was writing a very deep and personal book and there was a part of me I wanted to access for the purpose of the development of the book but also for the purpose of the development of myself as I was growing with the book. I told Geraldine about the area I need to access but I needed the space to be held for me as I entered that deep dark cave. I knew it was going to be challenging and scary but I knew that Geraldine was the right person to hold the space for me. I felt so safe and reassured knowing that Geraldine was there. I felt fully supported so I went into that cave with all my attention and energy knowing that Geraldine was there to pull me back out if needs be. During all of these sessions I found what I was looking for and I was thus able to develop the next section of my book and the next section of myself. Geraldine is such a strong support that I felt so secure and safe and reassured when she was guiding me through a rebirthing session. Thank you Geraldine! “
Joanna Ryan Purcell
" Going on the couples retreat was one of the most challenging and beneficial activities I've ever been through. The growth at a personal and relationship level is substantial over such a short period of time. Geraldine and Tomas have a no-nonsense and refreshingly honest approach to each phase of the retreat. This allows for an incredible psychological safety within the group. - This is needed as the steps along the way are very deep but hugely eye opening. The location is a true gem on the west coast of Ireland and you've a feeling of being on a dessert island. Will certainly be back to this brilliant location and team again. " Mike Kiely
My experience of Rebirthing breathwork with Geraldine has been truly transformative. Through her guidance, I've discovered a profound sense of belonging and acceptance within myself and towards others. Geraldine's approach helped me unblock stagnant energy, allowing me to embrace life's challenges with openness and acceptance. I now find myself more able to navigate daily experiences with a newfound sense of acceptance and resilience. I highly recommend Geraldine's sessions to anyone seeking inner growth and emotional healing.
Thank you Geraldine
Sinead
Attending the retreat with Geraldine and Tomas last year was a pivotal moment in my life’s journey towards healing. Reflecting on the experience now, I find myself overwhelmed with gratitude and awe at the profound impact it had on me.
From the moment I arrived, I felt a sense of trust and warmth envelop me, knowing that I was in the presence of two extraordinary souls who were there to guide me on my path towards healing. Geraldine and Tomas exuded a sense of genuine care and compassion that made it easy for me to open up and begin my healing process.
During those transformative days, it felt as though I was shedding layers of emotional baggage that I had been carrying for over 40 years. It was a liberating and cathartic experience, one that marked just the beginning of my journey towards self-discovery and healing.
The retreat provided me with a safe space to explore and confront aspects of myself that I had long neglected. Through their guidance, I was able to see life through a different lens, one that allowed me to break free from old patterns and embrace a more authentic way of living.
Now, as I continue on my healing journey, I am filled with excitement and hope for the possibilities that lie ahead. I am grateful for the profound impact Geraldine and Tomas have had on my life, and I am eager to see where this newfound sense of freedom and authenticity will take me. Thank you, Geraldine and Tomas, for sharing your gift with the world and for creating a space where healing and transformation can flourish. I am deeply grateful for the experience and look forward to joining you again at the next retreat. Here’s to more growth, healing, and authenticity in the year to come!"
Vanessa Neale
The rebirthing retreat genuinely is life changing, I made realizations over that weekend that had never crossed my mind in my 44 years on this earth. Very powerful in bringing to light anything that you are holding onto & is holding you back. The whole weekend is just gorgeous too, with each exercise as powerful as the next, Geraldine & Thomas are the real deal, 12 months on and I still feel the positive change from that weekend in my life.
Lisa O Farrell
Quotes From Others I honor & admire deeply ……
“This weekend was incredible. There’s no place in Ireland doing anything like this and it is so needed”
Helen Holt - Avondale Retreat Centre
“We are blessed to have this space to come to especially in Ireland ,more specially in Kerry as usually you only find this work in other parts of the world”
Catherine Meade - Sacral Wellness