Yoga and Pilates for Navan, twenty minutes out the N51
Navan has plenty of reformer studios. Twenty minutes west, just outside Athboy, there is a small room for mat Pilates and yoga: nine mats, no machines and no contract. On Friday mornings Fiona teaches in Wilkinstown too.
Where can I do small-group mat Pilates near Navan?
About 20 minutes away, straight out the N51. Grá Wellness runs mat Pilates and yoga in small classes at a studio just outside Athboy and at Athboy Community Centre. There are no machines and no contract, and beginners are welcome.
On Friday mornings Fiona also teaches Yoga Flow in a rented room in Wilkinstown, between Navan and Kells. Drop-in places there open once the class reaches its minimum numbers, so message first.
Pilates runs on Monday, Tuesday and Saturday, with more on Wednesday once the new times are set. Our mat Pilates page explains what a class is like.
Reformer town, mat room
Search for Pilates in Navan and much of what comes up is reformer: machines, memberships and booked slots. That suits plenty of people.
If you liked the strength work but not the machine, mat Pilates is the same idea on the floor. You use your own body weight, a mat and a few props, in a small group. You book a term at a time, with no membership to cancel.
What suits Navan
All classesThree classes Navan people might start with. Fiona will help you choose.
Mat Pilates
For anyone who searched for Pilates in Navan and wanted a smaller room. Monday evening, Tuesday morning and two Saturday classes.
Yin Yoga
Thursday at 7.30pm. Long, supported holds for hips and lower backs that sit in traffic all week.
Healthy Back, men only
Tuesday at 8.15pm with Emily. Yoga, Pilates and light weights for men who work shifts, lift or drive.
Pilates this term, and Fridays in Wilkinstown
How booking worksThis term's Pilates classes, plus Fiona's Friday class in Wilkinstown. Everything else is on the full timetable.
Tuesday
Wednesday
Friday
Wednesday classes are changing this term. Message Fiona for the latest times.
A commuter's week, and no train until 2036
Navan is often called the biggest commuter town in Ireland. The M3 gets you to Dublin in about 50 minutes on a good day, and the new rail line is not due to open until 2036. That is a lot of hours sitting down: in the car, at a desk, then back in the car.
An evening class twenty minutes the other way is the opposite of that commute. Yin and Restorative slow everything down, and Healthy Back gives the lower back some strength and space.
Boliden Tara Mines, the trades and the GAA clubs keep a lot of Navan men on their feet all week, and few of them ever stretch. Healthy Back is written for them: mobility and strength, and no chanting.
And if you moved to Johnstown for a house and have not found your people yet, a small class with tea after is an easy place to start.
What we bring to Navan
The weekly classes stay in Athboy and Wilkinstown. These can come to you.
Classes and team mindfulness sessions on site, for Navan offices and shift teams alike.
Workplace sessionsFor Navan's young families: kids yoga and mindfulness by arrangement, and Transition Year blocks for the secondary schools.
About Little BuddhasCommunity events for women, run by the Grá Wellness Collective: walks, gatherings and workshops.
See the eventsWilkinstown suits Kells as well as Navan. See all the towns we serve.
What people say after the drive
Read them all on GoogleStraight from Google. 5.0 from 32 reviews.
I recently attended a morning retreat (3 hours) with Fiona (Grá Wellness) in Killua Castle, The space Fiona created for us, was nourishment for mind, body and soul. As we all lead busy lives this was a perfect timeout Sunday morning. Fiona guided us perfectly throughout the morning including a board walk before brunch, beautiful morning finished off with chats and wholesome food most importantly lovely company
I have attended many of Fiona's classes and my first yoga retreat in Malaga. The retreat was a brillant few days away with a fantastic group of ladies. Fiona ensured that everyone enjoyed their experience. The group sunrise yoga and sea swim was a highlight. I really enjoyed my few days to switch off. I would highly recommend and I cannot wait for the next one
I attended the yoga abroad retreat last year and it was the best decision I made. Fiona made me feel so welcome and gave us a range of different classes. The women on the retreat were lovely and I can’t wait for the next one. Would highly recommend to anyone thinking of attending.
My first ever yoga retreat and it did not disappoint. Fiona had everything well organised, Sun rise yoga followed by a sea swim was so special, Accommodation was superb. Great few days away spent with a fabulous bunch of women. Can't wait for the next one. Highly recommend.
Navan questions, answered
Is there a Grá Wellness class in Navan itself?
No. The nearest are 20 minutes west on the N51, at the studio outside Athboy and at Athboy Community Centre. On Friday mornings Fiona also teaches in Wilkinstown, between Navan and Kells.
Is your Pilates done on a reformer?
No. Every class is mat Pilates: your body weight, a mat and a few props. There are no machines to book and nothing to learn before you start.
Do I have to sign up to a membership?
No. Classes run in terms and are booked by message. You pay a deposit or the full term, and that holds your mat. There is no membership and no contract.
How does the Wilkinstown class work?
It is Yoga Flow with Fiona at 10am on Fridays, in a rented room in Wilkinstown. Drop-in places open once the class has its minimum numbers, so message Fiona to go on the list.
Is there anything for men from Navan?
Yes. Healthy Back is a men-only class on Tuesdays at 8.15pm with Emily. It mixes yoga, Pilates and light weights, and nobody expects you to touch your toes.
Can you run a session at my workplace in Navan?
Yes. We run on-site classes, team mindfulness sessions and wellness mornings. Message Fiona with the size of your team and the days that suit.
Swap the M3 for a mat
Tell Fiona which evenings you are free and whether you fancy Pilates or yoga. She will point you at the right class, twenty minutes out the N51.