Tara Omagh

Qi Gong for Self-Healing Spring 2026 (Block 1)
2026-01-28 11:45 - 13:15, 2026-01-21 11:45 - 13:15, 2026-01-14 11:45 - 13:15, 2026-01-07 11:45 - 13:15 (Europe/London) | Tara Centre, 11 Holmview Terrace, Omagh, Tyrone, BT79 0AH, United Kingdom
Qi Gong (pronounced Chi Kung) is a meditative movement class for all abilities, ages, and levels of fitness/disability/injury. It has many easy flowing sequences and exercises to open energy pathways for the energy flow that brings health and vitality. A typical class includes warm up /activation, joint opening exercises, spinal movement focus, deep inner flow awareness using mindful conscious awarenes,s standing meditation (chair if unable), deep relaxation lying down.
Dates & Time

Wendesdays, 11.45am – 1:15pm
Block 1: 7th January – 11th February (6weeks)
Block 2: 18th February – 25th March (6weeks)

Cost

£40 – six-week block
£70 for both Qi Gong for Self-Healing and Dru Yoga
£10 – drop-ins (pay at reception or leave cash in envelope in donation box – Great Hall)

What you need
Wear comfortable clothing, bring yoga mat, and something warm for relaxation.
Notes

Prior booking is essential. Book your place by contacting Reception on 028 8225 0024.
If this is your first time attending, please make sure to fill in the Tara Centre Health Form prior to commencing your yoga journey with us.

About Mandy Currans
Mandy Currans, has been teaching Dru Yoga and Qi Gong at the Tara Centre since autumn 2024. She has been a yoga teacher since 2009 and is passionate about healing and realignment. She describes her own, well developed approach in the most inviting way: “I am keen to work with all levels of ability in wonderfully easy, joyful body movements to maintain or restore health in these self-healing systems. Dru Yoga and Qi Gong classes are different to other yoga approaches and cater for all levels of being. Knowledge in philosophy of yoga and martial arts helps the process of healing mind, body and realigning with I AM soul presence of our higher multi-dimensional being. As this is my life passion, I love to share the skills I have learned.”
Mandy brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of holistic practices to her yoga and Qi Gong teaching. With extensive training in Vinyasa Flow Yoga, Dru Yoga, Dru Meditation, and Yoga Therapy, she has spent over two decades perfecting her skills. Mandy has taught yoga and Qi Gong to a wide range of groups, including 1:1 sessions, small groups, disability groups, and larger classes. Her approach is informed by a comprehensive background in various therapeutic disciplines, which enriches her teaching and offers a wellrounded experience for her students.

Dru Yoga with Mandy - Spring 2026 (Block 1)
2026-01-28 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-21 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-07 10:00 - 11:30
ALL peoples / ages / abilities can do Dru Yoga with their easy isotonic flowing sequences. Dru Yoga postures are the same Hatha Yoga postures, but done in flowing manner for energy block release and energy flow. A typical class includes activations, targeting of spine/muscle groups to be used in class, Energy Block release sequence, deep relaxation and affirmation focus. This class is designed to be open for curious minds who would like to drop in and give it a try without signing up for the whole series.
No previous experience or ability level is necessary as the exercises cater for all abilities and levels.
Dates & Time

Wendesdays, 10.00am – 11:30am
Block 1: 7th January – 11th February (6weeks)
Block 2: 18th February – 25th March (6weeks)

Cost

£40 – six-week block
£70 for both Dru Yoga and Qi Gong for Self-Healing
£10 – drop-ins

What you need
Wear comfortable clothing, bring yoga mat, and something warm for relaxation.
Notes

Prior booking is essential. Book your place by contacting Reception on 028 8225 0024.
If this is your first time attending, please make sure to fill in the Tara Centre Health Form prior to commencing your yoga journey with us.

About Mandy Currans
Mandy Currans, has been teaching Dru Yoga and Qi Gong at the Tara Centre since autumn 2024. She has been a yoga teacher since 2009 and is passionate about healing and realignment. She describes her own, well developed approach in the most inviting way: “I am keen to work with all levels of ability in wonderfully easy, joyful body movements to maintain or restore health in these self-healing systems. Dru Yoga and Qi Gong classes are different to other yoga approaches and cater for all levels of being. Knowledge in philosophy of yoga and martial arts helps the process of healing mind, body and realigning with I AM soul presence of our higher multi-dimensional being. As this is my life passion, I love to share the skills I have learned.”
Mandy brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of holistic practices to her yoga and Qi Gong teaching. With extensive training in Vinyasa Flow Yoga, Dru Yoga, Dru Meditation, and Yoga Therapy, she has spent over two decades perfecting her skills. Mandy has taught yoga and Qi Gong to a wide range of groups, including 1:1 sessions, small groups, disability groups, and larger classes. Her approach is informed by a comprehensive background in various therapeutic disciplines, which enriches her teaching and offers a wellrounded experience for her students.

Chair Yoga – Gentle Support for Body and Mind
2026-01-27 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-01-20 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-01-13 14:30 - 15:30
Come as you are. Take an hour for yourself. Gentle movement, shared space, and a warm welcome await.
If you have been curious about yoga but felt unsure where to begin, Chair Yoga offers a welcoming and very gentle place to start. This one-hour class is designed to be accessible, supportive, and kind to the body, using a chair for stability so movements feel safe, comfortable, and inclusive.
Chair Yoga can help to gently strengthen the body, improve flexibility and balance, support circulation, and bring a sense of calm and clarity to the mind. It is ideal for beginners, those returning to movement, or anyone who prefers a slower, more mindful pace.
This is a relaxed drop-in class, making it easy to give something new a try in the New Year without commitment or pressure.
I recognise the place in you that is your inner light, your peace, your inner Truth
-Teresa
NEW: An after-class cuppa
After class, you are warmly invited to stay afterwards for a cup of tea or coffee — a simple moment to rest, connect, and enjoy good company 🤎
Dates & Time

Tuesdays
13th January – 17th February 2026 (6-week block)
24th February – 14th April 2026 (6-week block)
2.30pm – 3.30pm

Cost

£35 – six-week block
£8 – drop-ins

What you need
Wear comfortable clothing
Notes

Prior booking is essential. Book your place by contacting Reception on 028 8225 0024.
If this is your first time attending, please make sure to fill in the Tara Centre Health Form prior to commencing your yoga journey with us.

About Teresa
Teresa is an Advanced Yoga Alliance Teacher with over 20 years practical experience and teaching in Ireland since 2010.  Teresa teaches many Hatha Yoga styles; Ashtanga, Iyengar, Yin, Restorative, Pregnancy and Somatic moves.  These coupled with Breathwork, Mindfulness and Meditation practices.  Meditation always felt natural for her and, on joining the Mindfulness and Meditation group at the Tara centre in 2011, she began to recognise where home is; the very heart of awareness.  This growth in Awareness continues to blossom.  Every class she teaches is an opportunity for us to Connect, Move, Learn, Be Still at Peace…in Awareness.   This is the essence of her Yoga sharing.
Peace and happiness are the nature of our being and we share our being with everyone and everything. – Rupert Spira

Tuesday Meditation with Mary Daly & Maura Twohig
2026-01-27 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-01-20 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-01-13 11:00 - 12:30
Step into a space of stillness and presence. This 90-minute session offers a gentle, generic meditation practice, guiding you through body and breath awareness and culminating in a shared period of silence. It is an opportunity to quiet the mind, open the heart, and experience the depth of inner peace that arises when we pause together.
The already established Tuesday Morning Meditation Group, led by Mary and Maura, will resume its meetings on Tuesday, 13th January 2026.
A warm welcome back awaits those who already form part of this group.
The group is growing and welcomes new participants. To help you settle in and receive the full experience, arrangements will be made for you to meet briefly with Mary and Maura in advance of the first meeting you hope to attend, for a brief introduction to the programme we offer.
Seating is on chairs, and the venue is fully accessible.
Date
Tuesday mornings 13th January – 24th March incl.
Time
11am–12.30pm
Cost
Contributions welcome on the day
Refreshments
Provided post meditation
Note
We do not anticipate any cancellations of sessions between now and March. However, should an unforeseen circumstance arise that requires us to cancel, we will provide adequate notice in advance.
To understand the immeasurable, the mind must be extraordinarily quiet, still.
– Jiddu Krishnamurti

Homecoming - a new space to pause, connect, reflect and grow
2026-01-24 10:00 - 13:00
Theme: Awakening to the Light – An Interactive Imbolc Gathering
Saturday 24 January 2026 | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Join us for the first in a series of three Homecoming events, beginning with St Brigid & Imbolc Light—a celebration of hope, renewal, and connection. This interactive gathering facilitated by Aileen McGee offers a gentle introduction to meditation and reflective practices, making it ideal for both beginners and those with experience.
Through guided meditation, ritual, storytelling, and creative reflection, we will explore themes of grounding, clarity, and inner light. Imbolc invites us to pause, set intentions, and reconnect with what matters most as nature begins to stir towards spring.
Cost
This event is offered without a set fee. If you feel able, we warmly welcome donations to support the facilitator and the work of Tara. Your contribution, whatever the amount, helps us continue creating spaces for healing and connection.
What you need
Bring a candle, your favourite mug/cup, and an open heart as we create space for stillness, inspiration, and community.
Save the date
The next Homecoming gatherings will take place on the following dates:

25th April 2026
17th October 2026

About the facilitator – Aileen McGee

Aileen McGee is an accomplished author, creative facilitator, and psychospiritual practitioner with a passion for empowering others to live and love their best life story. Holding a MA in Psychosynthesis Psychology and a BA (Hons) in Psychology, Aileen brings a wealth of experience in therapeutic work across private and public sectors, nationally and internationally.
Her approach blends ancient Celtic wisdom, storytelling, and creative expression with insights from psychology, neuroscience, and somatic practices, creating transformative spaces for reflection and renewal. Aileen is the author of A World of Our Own and A Life of Her Own, and a contributor to holistic and mental health publications. She has received national and international awards for her writing and radio journalism.
Currently completing a Diploma in Psychosynthesis Counselling, Aileen continues to inspire through her workshops, writings, and commitment to wellbeing and authentic living.

Hatha Raja Yoga with Josephine Rafferty (Block 1)
2026-01-22 18:15 - 19:45, 2026-01-15 18:15 - 19:45
Experience the transformative power of yoga with Josephine, a certified yoga and mindfulness teacher and sound bath practitioner. Her classes are designed to nurture growth, relaxation and self-discovery.

Suitable for all ages; complete beginners welcome.
Use of special Yoga Nidra for deep relaxation.

Dates & Time

Thursdays 6.15pm – 7.45pm
Block 1: 15th January – 19th February (6 weeks)
Block 2: 26th February – 26th March (5 weeks)

Cost

£40 – six week block
£35 – five week block

No drop-in options available for these classes as Josephine designs each class building up for next.
What you need
Wear comfortable clothing, bring yoga mat, and something warm for relaxation
Notes

Prior booking is essential. Book your place by contacting Reception on 028 8225 0024.
If this is your first time attending, please make sure to fill in the Tara Centre Health Form prior to commencing your yoga journey with us.

Stretch & Relax with Josephine Rafferty (Block 3)
2025-12-18 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-12-11 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-12-04 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-11-27 20:00 - 21:15
Josephine Rafferty
Experience the transformative power of yoga with Josephine, a certified yoga and mindfulness teacher and sound bath practitioner. Her classes are designed to nurture growth, relaxation and self-discovery.

Suitable for all ages; complete beginners welcome.
Use of special Yoga Nidra for deep relaxation.
Ends on 18th December with a Christmas Candlelight meditation and
celebration of the year.

Dates:
Thursdays

Block 3: starting 27th November 2025 (4-week block)

Times:

Hatha Raja Yoga: 6.15-7.45pm
Stretch & Relax: 8.00-9.15pm

Cost:

6-week block £40, or £70 for both classes
4-week block £25 or £45 for both classes

No drop-in options available for these classes
What you need:
Wear comfortable clothing, bring yoga mat, and something warm for relaxation
Notes:
Prior booking is essential. Book your place by contacting Reception on 028 8225 0024. If this is your first time attending, please make sure to fill in the Tara Centre Health Form prior to commencing your yoga journey with us.

Hatha Raja Yoga with Josephine Rafferty (Block 3)
2025-12-18 18:15 - 19:45, 2025-12-11 18:15 - 19:45, 2025-12-04 18:15 - 19:45, 2025-11-27 18:15 - 19:45

Christmas Meditation 2025
2025-12-13 15:00 - 20:00
Mary Daly and Maura Twohig
The annual Christmas Meditation provides an opportunity to connect at soul level with the true meaning and message of Christmas in its original context as it impacts on day to day living in the 21st century.
This is a truly unique occasion, open to all who have ever been part of the Tara Centre meditation community. Early booking is highly recommended, as places at this event are much sought after.
In the unlikely event that you would need to cancel your place, we would ask that you notify Reception at the earliest opportunity, enabling us to offer your place to someone on the waiting list.
Date:
Saturday, 13th December 2025
Programme:

3.00pm -Refreshments upon arrival
3.30pm – Engaging with the true Spirit of Christmas – meditation focus
6.00pm – Christmas Dinner

Stretch & Relax with Josephine Rafferty (Block 2)
2025-11-20 20:00 - 21:15
Josephine Rafferty
Experience the transformative power of yoga with Josephine, a certified yoga and mindfulness teacher and sound bath practitioner. Her classes are designed to nurture growth, relaxation and self-discovery.

Suitable for all ages; complete beginners welcome.
Use of special Yoga Nidra for deep relaxation.
Ends on 18th December with a Christmas Candlelight meditation and
celebration of the year.

Dates:
Thursdays

Block 2: starting 16th October 2025 (6-week block)

Times:

Hatha Raja Yoga: 6.15-7.45pm
Stretch & Relax: 8.00-9.15pm

Cost:

6-week block £40, or £70 for both classes
4-week block £25 or £45 for both classes

No drop-in options available for these classes
What you need:
Wear comfortable clothing, bring yoga mat, and something warm for relaxation
Notes:
Prior booking is essential. Book your place by contacting Reception on 028 8225 0024. If this is your first time attending, please make sure to fill in the Tara Centre Health Form prior to commencing your yoga journey with us.

Hatha Raja Yoga with Josephine Rafferty (Block 2)
2025-11-20 18:15 - 19:45
Josephine Rafferty
Experience the transformative power of yoga with Josephine, a certified yoga and mindfulness teacher and sound bath practitioner. Her classes are designed to nurture growth, relaxation and self-discovery.

Suitable for all ages; complete beginners welcome.
Use of special Yoga Nidra for deep relaxation.
Ends on 18th December with a Christmas Candlelight meditation and
celebration of the year.

Dates:
Thursdays

Block 2: starting 16th October 2025 (6-week block)
Block 3: starting 27th November 2025 (4-week block)

Times:

Hatha Raja Yoga: 6.15-7.45pm
Stretch & Relax: 8.00-9.15pm

Cost:

6-week block £40, or £70 for both classes
4-week block £25 or £45 for both classes

No drop-in options available for these classes
What you need:
Wear comfortable clothing, bring yoga mat, and something warm for relaxation
Notes:
Prior booking is essential. Book your place by contacting Reception on 028 8225 0024. If this is your first time attending, please make sure to fill in the Tara Centre Health Form prior to commencing your yoga journey with us.

Chair Yoga Autumn 2025 (Block 2)
2025-11-17 11:30 - 12:30
Teresa Sexton
“I recognise the place in you that is your inner light, your peace, your inner Truth”
Chair Yoga is suitable for everyone and will take you through one hour of gentle movement, light & laughter – and the rest will follow!

About Teresa
Teresa is an Advanced Yoga Alliance Teacher with over 20 years practical experience and teaching in Ireland since 2010.  Teresa teaches many Hatha Yoga styles; Ashtanga, Iyengar, Yin, Restorative, Pregnancy and Somatic moves.  These coupled with Breathwork, Mindfulness and Meditation practices.  Meditation always felt natural for her and, on joining the Mindfulness and Meditation group at the Tara centre in 2011, she began to recognise where home is; the very heart of awareness.  This growth in Awareness continues to blossom.  Every class she teaches is an opportunity for us to Connect, Move, Learn, Be Still at Peace…in Awareness.   This is the essence of her Yoga sharing.
“Peace and happiness are the nature of our being and we share our being with everyone and everything.” – Rupert Spira
Dates:
Block 2: Mondays, starting 13th October 2025 until 17th November 2025.
Times:
11.30pm – 12.30pm
Cost:
Drop-ins £8
The cost for this six-week block is £35
What you need:
Wear comfortable clothing
Notes:
Prior booking is essential. Book your place by contacting Reception on 028 8225 0024. If this is your first time attending, please make sure to fill in the Tara Centre Health Form prior to commencing your yoga journey with us.

CANCELLED - Temper Your Anger
2025-11-15 10:00 - 16:00
Due to low numbers this workshop has been cancelled
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Bernard Henry
14-15th November 2025
A warm welcome back to Bernard Henry, who provided his Anger Management workshop on previous occasions at the Tara Centre.
Not knowing how to manage our anger can lead to it growing and intensifying which can result in hurting those we love, family members, friends, neighbours, work colleagues. We react before we stop and think, then find ourselves having to deal with the consequences, which can be painful. It is important that we learn what triggers our anger in the first place, how to maximise its potential as a source of positive energy while curtailing its capacity to be harmful to ourselves or those around us.
This workshop is open to all adults who wish to explore the roots of their anger and develop practical tools for change. Through guided reflection and safe practice, participants will learn to:

recognise their anger type and style
understand the difference between historical and present anger
discover the main sources of anger and how they affect us
distinguish between anger and rage
develop strategies for conflict resolution and stress reduction
create an “anger barometer” and tools for daily use

About Bernard Henry
Bernard Henry is an accredited Psychotherapist, Anger Management Educator and Group Facilitator, and Founder of the Irish Association of Anger Management. With decades of experience in both community and statutory settings, he brings deep insight and expertise to the field of anger management. Bernard is accredited with the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) and the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), working to the highest professional and ethical standards. He is also a valued friend of the Tara Centre.

Booking Process and Allocation of Places
The maximum number of participants accepted for this workshop is 12.
Please note that you must complete 15-minute assessment with Bernard Henry in the Tara Centre before securing your place on this workshop.
Booking – NOTE UPDATED ASSESSMENT DATE

Contact reception on 028 8225 0024
Reserve your assessment spot with Bernard Henry: at the Tara Centre, you will meet Bernard for 15min on Saturday, 18th October 2025, slots available from 9am
After you receive confirmation of your place pay £40 reservation fee
You must be able to come to both days of the workshop (14-15 November 2025, 10am -4pm)

Workshop Dates & Time
14-15th November 2025
10am-4pm (allow time for registration prior to start on Friday)
Cost
This course is subsidised by VSS. For more information, please contact Reception. Short coffee breaks at 11.15 am and lunch (1-1.45 pm) included.
