Bali Yoga, Meditation & Pilates retreat 2008with Sue Hawkins 28th Nov- 4th Dec, 2008Twin share $1395 Single $1695 (7 days/6 nights)
Note: Judy Leane will not be available for Nov 28 retreat but Pilates will still be included.
Retreats 2009
March 15-20, July 19-24, Oct 4-9
$1395 twin $1795 Single
6 days/5 nights
The Retreat and Teachers
The retreat is run by Senior Qualified Yoga Instructor Sue Hawkins who has been practicing for over 24 years and is the founder and director of Byron Bay Yoga Retreats. Sue has instructed on teacher trainings, workshops and runs retreats regularly in Byron Bay, Australia and internationally.
Judy Leane is a Qualified Senior Pilates Instructor, a physiotherapist and is a personal trainer. She has a wealth of experience and knowledge to share on the retreat. The fusion of Yoga and Pilates gives tremendous body awareness of core strength and stability. Twice daily yoga, mornings are more dynamic and attention to alignment in the poses, afternoons the focus is restorative yoga to bring balance and harmony to the mind and body. Meditation is done daily, pilates integrated, yoga nidra, relaxation and time out to relax and reflect. There is plenty of free time to enjoy the sites of Ubud, shopping and exploring the many art galleries. Ubud is the cultural centre of Bali offering many interesting activities.
The focus will be to re-connect with yourself as well as connecting with the Balinese culture. Regular practice of yoga and meditation strengthens the mind and body to create an inner harmony. Daily spiritual intention naturally takes us to a deeper place within ourselves and brings more meaning into our daily lives.
The Resort
This retreat is held at Kumara Sakti resort in Ubud. Bali which is set on a hill overlooking lush rice paddies. The boutique resort features a new Aurvedic day spa, restaurant and 2 in ground swimming pools. We practice yoga in an outdoor yoga room which overlooks the river and rice paddies creating a very serene and pleasant environment.
Schedule:
Day 1, Nov 28 arrive at retreat and settle in, introduction at 5pm, then dinner. We start our first yoga class on the Nov 29 at 7am. Yoga and meditation daily from 7am-9am, plenty of free time to enjoy the Day Spa, relax by the two pools or visit the temples and interesting shops around Ubud. Other activities and rituals are offered throughout the retreat. Closing dinner is on 3rd Dec then check out after breakfast on the 4th Dec.
Activities:
Include Yoga, meditation, pilates, yoga nidra, Purification ritual, Yoga at sunrise at Batur Volcano then optional Mountain Bike ride back to Ubud visiting local villages and touring through rice paddies, Balinese offering to the gods class and 1hr relaxation massage. Ayurvedic Day spa.
Costs: Nov 28 - Dec 4, 2008
Twin Share $AUD1395
Single $AUD1695
Inclusions:
- 7 days and 6 nights accommodation Nov only
- Healthy buffet breakfasts, lunch & dinner
- Airport transfer to and from resort
- All yoga & Balinese cultural activities, relaxing massage & volcano excursion with optional bike ride back to Ubud
- 2009 retreats include snorkelling tour to Lembongan
- Gamalon music session
- some activities may vary on each retreat.
Getting There:
You will need to organise your flight to Denpasar and we will arrange your transfer to and from the airport. We can also organise your travel arrangements for your convenience. You will be required to pay a Visa fee of $US25 as you go through immigration in Denpasar. Please make sure you have at least 6 months left on your passport.
Travel insurance is recommended as well as any medical checks with your doctor before you travel.
A non-refundable deposit of $300 is required to secure your booking, the balance due one month prior to commencement of retreat. If cancelled, a $200 cancellation fee will apply. Retreats can be swapped at the discretion of Byron Bay Yoga.
www.byronbayyoga.com
email: sudasi@byronbayyoga.com
Ph: 612 66848 188
"Bali Yoga Retreat Testimonials"The
best thing about the yoga which was taught by Sue was the depth of
explaining of instruction of all asanas and that she was willing and
able (thanks to her extensive training and experience) to go to for
each participant. She is such a very giving lady. The same goes for
Judy teaching the Pilates. Terry Simpson, Perth, Australia
The Bali Yoga Retreat hs been a
wonderful opportunity to escape the stresses of our daily lives. The
daily practice in the midst of the beauty and sounds of the forest
prepared us and opened our hearts and minds. In this state we fully
appreciated the Balinese spiritual rituals. I hope I can take the peace
and serenity into my life at home.
Carolyn Bowra, Sydney, Australia
I came to
the Bali retreat without expectations or knowledge about yoga retreats.
This was the first I had been on From day one everyone was extremely
friendly and the accommodation was amazing. More than I every expected.
I came with less yoga experience than the others but I didn't feel that
this hindered me in any way once the classes began. Sue explained
things and assisted with adjustments at every level and I think this
really helped me grow in my yoga practice. I liked how Pilates
complimented the yoga. I felt a much greater spiritual component to the
retreat than expected. it was fantastic to learn and experience some of
the Balinese culture. I had a fantastic and wonderful experience here
and I would definitely recommend it to others.
Cara Caulkins, USA It was pure bliss! The teachers were very
professional and experienced. Thesetting and services was five star
standard.
Anne Marie, Sydney, Australia The location
itself was paradise, the rituals were beautiful and accommodation was
exquisite. The service was perfect. Quiet, gentle, extremely nice. The
was delicious and well presented. The yoga space was outstanding. The
group was precious.
Helene Sitbon, France The retreat
was an experience exceeding my expectations. The resort is paradise
with all the mod cons. The staff are incredibly helpful, friendly,
quiet and efficient. Fro the welcome drink to the beautiful closing
dinner, all meals and service was excellent. As a novice to yoga, the
classes were well paced and well instructed yet challenging enough for
me to come away feeling inspired to continue and invigorated. I've
totally and completely soaked up the serenity and beauty of this place
and together with the group activities I feel like I've shared a
special expereince. Thank you Sue, Judy and Claude for making it all
possible.
Leeanne Ricci, Australia |
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