Sing and Stretch Retreats & Singing Mamas Groups
Women’s Wellbeing in West Cork
‘‘Nurturing yourself is not selfish – it’s essential to your survival and your wellbeing’’ (Renee Peterson Trudeau)
Weekly Singing Mama classes
Join one of our weekly classes to meet other mums and women in the local community
Singing Mamas – Voice & Wellbeing for Women
Singing Mamas is a national non-profit operating across the UK and Ireland. It is a grassroots movement of women — including mamas, nurses, doctors, midwives, musicians, teachers, and community workers — all committed to improving wellbeing through singing.
Why Sing?
- Boost Happiness: Singing releases ‘happy hormones’ and acts as a natural anti-depressant.
- Reduce Stress: Gentle songs soothe your nervous system.
- Find Connection: Tune into yourself while connecting with other women in a supportive community.
What to Expect in a Session
Our sessions are all about making you feel good. There are no auditions, solos, or music-reading required. Songs are taught line by line by ear, with the group echoing back until everyone knows it. We may add simple harmonies along the way.
We welcome women of all ages, whether or not you have children. Sessions provide a chance to connect with other women, share experiences, and be part of a supportive community — especially valuable for new mums and those who may feel isolated in rural areas.
Our Groups
- Dunmanway Family Resource Centre, Co. Cork: Mondays 10:30–12:00
- Deviyoga Studio, Ballydehob, Co. Cork: Wednesdays 11:00–12:30
To enquire about joining, click the button below.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘‘Tara’s weekly singing mama sessions offer me a space where I can show up exactly as I am, whatever mood I am, no matter how exhausted I might feel, I always come away feeling brighter and more connected’’ Saraswati Hancock, Ballydehob
Sing & Stretch retreats
Women’s retreat day to nourish your Mind, Body and Soul.
Relax. Restore. Reconnect.
This unique experience blends restorative yoga and singing for wellbeing—no singing experience required, just an open heart and a willingness to explore the power of movement and sound! Our next retreat will be held at the beautiful Barnahown B & B in Mitchelstown, at the foot of the beautiful Galtee mountains.
Next Sing & Stretch retreat 14th December 2025
Event details:
📅 Sunday 14th December
📍 Barnahown B&B, near the Galtee Mountains
💶 95 Euro - includes lunch and all activities. Please note a 50 euro non refundable deposit is required to secure your place. Refunds availabe if cancelled within 10 days of event.
Women of all ages and stages of life are welcome!
Relax your body, free your voice, and uplift your spirit—no singing experience needed!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘‘Tara’s Sing & Stretch retreat was like entering a warm and welcoming alternate universe where I could reconnect with myself with a beautiful group of women. It really was a reset for me and I’m so grateful I was able to attend. I highly recommend treating yourself or a loved one to this rejuvenating retreat’’ Alanna
What to Expect:
🧘♀️ Gentle restorative yoga to release tension.
🎶 Singing taught by ear—simple, beautiful harmonies that anyone can join in.
🌿 A tranquil retreat to breathe, unwind, and reconnect with yourself and others.
✨ Group singing to uplift your spirit, improve connection, and boost wellbeing.
🥗 Delicious, nourishing lunch included
Why Sing & Stretch?
Singing in a group fosters a deep sense of belonging and connection.
Restorative yoga enhances relaxation, breath awareness, and inner calm.
Singing for wellbeing is fun, freeing, and proven to reduce stress and lift mood.
No pressure, no performance—just the joy of making sound together.
Whether you love to sing or believe you “can’t sing,” this retreat is for you. Every voice matters, and every breath and note will leave you feeling lighter, more energized, and deeply nourished.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘‘ I attended Tara’s Sing & Stretch retreat and the whole day was nourishing and relaxing. She has a lovely welcoming vibe. We moved through gorgeous restorative yoga which was empowering and had the most nourishing lunch. We finished the day with some lovely singing and I came away feeling rejuvenated and returned to myself somehow. It was such a joyful and Soul satisfying experience’’ Aoife , Co.Cork
Meet Your Guide
Hello, I’m Tara!
With over a decade of experience teaching yoga, especially focused on women’s wellbeing, I am passionate about creating nurturing spaces where movement and voice bring deep healing and joy. Singing has been part of my life for over two decades, and over the last year, I have run local Singing for Wellbeing groups and mini retreat days, bringing the joy of communal singing to my community.
I hold three diplomas in yoga, along with qualifications in reflexology and aromatherapy, and I am a certified Singing Leader with Singing Mamas UK a national non-profit set up by nurse Kate Valentine to improve women's wellbeing.
My retreats are designed to help you feel lighter, more connected, and completely at ease—whether you're new to singing or simply want to experience the power of voice and movement in a supportive, uplifting space.
Come sing, stretch, and reconnect—because your voice deserves to be heard! 🎶💛
‘‘I attended Tara's sing and stretch mini retreat and it was fantastic. I left feeling rejuvenated and grounded and I enjoyed all the elements of the day; the restorative yoga, delicious food and joyful singing. Tara is an excellent teacher and made me feel very welcome and supported’’ Laura Ora Dance Academy