Nessa is the founder and lead yoga teacher of *Yoganess Ireland*. She’s also a qualified Ayurvedic Practitioner, dedicated to providing transformative experiences through yoga, Ayurveda, and holistic healing. With almost a decade of experience in yoga instruction and a deep passion for personal well-being, Nessa is committed to guiding individuals on their journey to a balanced and harmonious life.

Nessa is known for her warm, approachable teaching style that blends deep knowledge with a gentle, personalized approach. She creates a safe and nurturing space for participants to explore their own yoga practice while also learning about Ayurveda and other holistic wellness practices. Her deep understanding of both the physical and spiritual aspects of yoga ensures that every participant receives the full benefit of their retreat experience.

Her retreats are designed to allow individuals to unwind, connect, and heal in a way that is accessible and enjoyable. Whether you are a seasoned yogi or just beginning your yoga journey, Nessa’s compassionate guidance will help you feel supported and empowered every step of the way.

Nessa is passionate about travelling and has over the past 10 years spent a total of 6 months in India, a country she continues to fall in love with on each trip. Nessa along with her sister Una, has spent many weeks in Fort Kochi hand picking and curating this experience to share with you. Their many local friends have been instrumental in recommending tours and helping them to make this a holiday to remember.

Kate is a passionate Yoga and Meditation Teacher with over 500 hours of Registered Yoga Teacher Training (RYTT). Specialising in Embodied Yoga, Restorative Yoga, and Yoga Nidra, Kate’s teaching approach is centered on helping her students find deep relaxation, balance, and connection to their bodies. Her nurturing, kind, and compassionate nature shines through in every class, creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all.

With over 15 years of experience organising retreats and training events, Kate brings a deep sense of purpose and care to every gathering. Each event is thoughtfully designed with heart and soul, placing the joy, comfort, and personal experience of every participant at the centre. From the flow of the schedule to the smallest details, her speciality is to create a nurturing space where people feel truly seen, supported, and inspired.

Outside of her yoga practice, Kate is a busy mum to two adorable girls and a lively Springer Spaniel named Bob. Balancing family life with her love for yoga, Kate understands the importance of carving out space for self-care and mindfulness, and she is passionate about helping others do the same. With her warm and approachable demeanor, Kate is dedicated to guiding her students toward a sense of calm, well-being, and inner peace.

Dr. Preity E C is a qualified Ayurvedic Doctor and graduate of the prestigious Pankajakasthuri Ayurveda Medical College, Trivandrum, Kerala, and is a certified Yoga trainer from the renowned Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Dhanwantari Ashram, Neyyar Dam, Trivandrum, Kerala. Preity honed her clinical and administrative skills during her tenure in the UK. She worked as a senior Ayurvedic Physician in Ayurveda and Wellness resorts in Kerala before opening her own practice in Kochi.

Dr Preity is well known for her ayurvedic nutrition and culinary trainings and is passionate about educating her clients on how the simplest of changes can impact their overall wellness and help them to manage a wide variety of lifestyle disorders, musculoskeletal conditions, skin and gut health as well as the stresses of everyday life.

During our stay in Fort Kochi Dr Preity and her expert team of qualified Ayurvedic therapists will work with you to help determine your dosha or body type and where your imbalances lie. They will then offer you a personalized treatment plan for your stay in Kochi as well as dietary and lifestyle advice and guidance to take back home with you.

Una (Luna) Feehan – Una or Luna as she’s known in Fort Kochi is an avid traveller and our on-the-ground woman. Una first travelled to Fort Kochi in 2020 as part of what was supposed to be a round-the-world trip. She quickly fell in love with Fort Kochi and made some lifelong friends or our Indian Family as they are more commonly referred to. World events cut Una’s trip short and forced her to return home in March 2020. Regular calls with the ‘family’ in Fort Kochi ensued until Una was finally able to return to her beloved Kochi in 2022. Since then Una has returned each year, spending a minimum of one month and most recently 3 months in Fort Kochi. She’s very excited to share her love of this beautiful place with you and will be ensuring that all our tours and excursions are smooth, relaxing and enjoyable. Una will also be available to advise you on extra excursions or sights to see during your free time

Haroon was born and raised in Fort Kochi. He has been working in the local hospitality sector for the last 12 years and for the past 9 years owns and runs a very successful backpackers hostel, where he and Luna met 5 years ago. He currently lives in Fort Kochi with his family and young daughter, and travels throughout India in his spare time. His love of travel and local knowledge make him the perfect person to show you around the local area. During our many stays in Fort Kochi Haroon has always gone above and beyond to make sure our every need was met and that we had the best possible experience at every given moment. We are absolutely delighted to have Haroon on our team, and are confident that his presence, and the generosity in which he shares his local knowledge and love of Fort Kochi will shine through in every moment, to ensure you fall as much in love with this vibrant city as we have!