Forget the fancy studio and Lululemon.

The best yoga experiences are all about salty breezes and sandy toes and this weekend you can rise and shine with Red Strand’s Saturday morning beach yoga class.

Kicking off at 10am on the beach in Ardfield, near Clonakilty, the class swaps the familiar confines of a yoga studio for the vast expanse of Red Strand beach. Imagine flowing through sun salutations with the rhythmic crash of waves as your soundtrack and the soft Cork sand cushioning your downward-facing dog.

Nice, right?

The class is open to all levels, from seasoned yogis to complete beginners and will be led by Amy Kokoszka, who has been practicing and teaching yoga for almost 20 years.

So, ditch the pre-dawn scramble for a treadmill and embrace the serenity of the Irish coast. Red Strand’s beach yoga is the perfect way to kickstart your weekend, reconnect with yourself, and maybe even score a surprise tan line.

Pack a yoga mat and a swimsuit for a post-yoga dip in the refreshing Irish water. The class is €10 per person and you can book via WhatsApp: 087 36 88834.