A Seanachaà is a traditional gaelic storyteller who, in the days before radio and television, would travel from place to place. As a source of news but more so entertainment, the Seanachaà was welcomed by every household and always invited to the best place by the fire.
Mandy follows the same path but in a reimagined way. Seanachaà Yoga is a combination of story and movement. Traveling through the Irish countryside from school to school, Mandy brings joy to pupils and teachers alike. Her approach stems from her experience as a physiotherapist and yoga teacher but most of all a deep understanding of the magic fairytales bring into this world.
The magic of connection, transformation and hope.
About Mandy
Mandy Engelke Desmond is a Children's Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Storyteller and a mom.
Her yoga practice began over 25 years ago, as part of her physiotherapy training in Germany.
She completed her 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training and Kids Yoga Teacher Training with Betsy Kase and Clare Mottola at Yoga Haven, NY in 2016.
Followed in 2020 by the 95 hour Children's Yoga Certification with Yoga Ed for Children, Teens and trauma-informed Children's Yoga .
Mandy’s yoga classes are filled with smiles and giggles.
Her calm voice, intuitive manner and warm sense of humour encourage every child to discover their own sense of self, build confidence and practise overcoming difficulties without becoming overwhelmed.
Currently, Mandy is bringing her Yoga & Fairytales to Primary schools, after school programs and libraries all over County Cork and County Waterford in Ireland.
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