My journey has taken me from Ireland to Malaga, through professional tennis and coaching, and ultimately to becoming a Wedding Celebrant.
Along the way, Spain became home, and I discovered a real passion for hearing couples’ stories and creating ceremonies that reflect who they are.
I’m Barry John, an Irish Wedding Celebrant living in Malaga, Spain. I’m professionally trained and qualified through the Irish Institute of Celebrants. Being a Wedding Minister on the Costa del Sol is a dream job. I love meeting couples, hearing their love stories and understanding their wishes for their special day. It’s a very satisfying challenge to write ceremonies that are reflective of each couple.
I believe in love, and it fascinates me how two people can come together at exactly the perfect moment and just be so right for each other.
My wish is that each ceremony is a celebration of this miracle that is love, and I aim to do so in a warm and joyful way.
I moved to Malaga, Spain when I was 21 years old to follow my dream of becoming a professional tennis player. I trained hard for many years but didn’t reach the levels needed to continue on the path towards becoming a professional player.
After I stopped playing, I began my coaching career in Ireland and later in Spain.
In 2017 I married the love of my life, Marie, and a year later our daughter was born. Marie is an amazing woman and an incredible wedding planner. I’ve been assisting her for some years now, and becoming a Wedding Celebrant in Malaga seemed like a natural step for me.
I love being a Wedding Celebrant. I take great care in writing every ceremony, doing all I can to bring each couple’s dream ceremony to life.
I'd love to hear about your plans and help you create a ceremony that's personal, relaxed and truly yours.
