Away from the bustling beach club party scene synonymous with Kuta and Seminyak; the more reclusive West Coast of Bali, where rich cultural heritage is still much preserved, is a place where time stands still. Where presence and connection is all there is.

Overlooking the holy Balian river, where many serene wellness and healing traditions were hosted by villagers amongst its sacred waters, this 10-bungalow resort gives a taste of barefoot luxury amidst admiration for the astonishing gifts of nature.

The waters of the sacred Balian river flow beautifully into the ocean. Where they meet is not your typical white sand and blue water beach, rather, it is a mystic mix of shiny black sand and vivid green misty shores merging with over hanging cliffs. The tranquility and beauty of the natural surroundings perfectly supports an immersive environment for learning, grounding and inspiration.

This retreat will host no more than 18 persons in a buy-out setting that will preserve the sanctity of its intention. This will also allow us to be fully cared for by the heartwarming hospitality of the Balinese. 12 of your meals will be catered for, with a curated wellness menu to detoxify your body from the inside out.

Rooms are available on a first-come-first-served basis upon registration and settlement of full payment for the retreat.

https://yamabalian.com/acommodation  

5 Days/4 Nights: Thursday to Monday (27 April - 1 May) or (9 - 13 August 2023)

Tentative Schedule 

Day 1

7:10am Flight to Bali

9:50am Arrive in Bali

1pm Welcome Lunch at Yama Balian

2pm Check in

4:30pm Opening Circle

5pm Yin Yang

6pm River Ritual and Sunset Meditation with Candlelight

7pm Yoga Nidra with Sound Bath

Day 2

7am Sunrise Meditation by the River

7:30am Hatha at Yoga Shala

5pm Open Awareness Meditation

9pm Restorative Yoga

Day 3

7am Sunrise Meditation by the River

7:30am 108 Sun Salutations and OMs

5pm Sensory Exploration

9pm Yin Yoga

Day 4

7am Sunrise Meditation by the River

7:30am Vinyasa

5pm Mindfulness and River Ritual

9pm Music and Movement Meditation

Day 5

7am Sunrise Meditation by the River

7:30am Culmination Practice

10:30am Closing Ceremony

12pm Check Out

12:30pm Board land transfer for day trip for self-hosted lunch and leisure

8:00pm Flight to Singapore

10:35pm Arrive in Singapore

All retreat attendees can opt for an additional 60-minute private yoga session with Gabrielle, where they can choose between practising led meditation, customising their asana practice, a sound bath, therapeutic releases and adjustments or guided relaxation.

This retreat will be capped at 18 pax, and a provided mala bead necklace can be used to highlight your intention, should you choose to remain silent for the whole duration of the retreat.

Recommended Flights

Scoot TR280 - Thursday 27 April 2023 @ 7:10am SIN, arriving @ 9:50am BALI

Scoot TR289 - Monday 1 May 2023 @ 8:00pm BALI, arriving @ 10:35pm SIN

 or

Scoot TR280 - Wednesday 9 August 2023 @ 7:10am SIN, arriving @ 9:50am BALI

Scoot TR287 - Sunday 13 August 2023 @ 8:00pm BALI, arriving @ 10:35pm SIN

Gabrielle Mendoza 

Gabrielle crumbled under the stress of the corporate world and reclaimed her lost self through yoga. She now follows her dharma to help others to manage their stress through the means of mindfulness, meditation, and the discipline of yoga.

Her training in yoga therapy has helped many to cope with their physical struggles, but her attunement with healing is what directs others to discover a whole inner world that transcends the superficial. She hopes to be able to impart accessible ways to incorporate mindfulness and meditation into the lives of those who are ready for change, and hold space for those who are struggling to find their footing.

Gabrielle’s training in Mindfulness, as well as her tutelage under world-renowned therapist and trainer, Jillian Pransky, has enabled her to seamlessly weave the governing principles of living consciously with the therapeutic impact of Restorative Yoga.

She strongly believes that harnessing them both can create balance, reduce stress, and nurture inner quiet, create conditions for self-awareness, compassion, and healing to pave the way towards having a balanced nervous system.

Expect to integrate the physical body, subtle energy body, emotional body, and mental body in her practices to release trauma, promote forgiveness, renew commitments to treating ourselves right, and optimize self-healing in the process. 

Through Seeking Solace, she hopes to be able to impart accessible ways to incorporate mindfulness and meditation into the lives of those who are ready for change, and hold space for those who are struggling to find their footing.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Restorative Yoga Training with Jillian Pransky (65 hours), 2022
• Wild Lotus Teachers' Immersion Training with Patrick Creelman, 2022
• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction with Sheryl Bathman of SMU (30 hours), 2020
• Yin Yoga - Accupressure, Acu Yin and Hip Anatomy II Teacher Training with Jo Phee (60 hours), 2020  
• Sound Healing – Tibetan Singing Bowl Workshop with Henry Phua of PURE Yoga, 2019
• Yoga Therapy – Meridian and Acupressure Therapy Training with Zhen of Yoga Deep, 2019
• Wall Rope Yoga – Level 1 Teacher Training with Veronique Tsui of PURE Yoga (18 hours), 2019
• Sound Healing – Crystal Bowl Workshop with Alex Young, Crystal Tones Alchemist, 2019
• Restorative Yoga – Level 1 Teacher Training with Adeline Tien of AT Yoga (30 hours), 2019
• Yoga Therapeutics – 100-hr Teacher Training with Tina Nance of Tina Nance Yoga Therapy in Bali, 2017
• Shoulder Anatomy Dysfunction and Application Immersion – 25-hr Immersion with Tiffany Cruikshank of Yoga Medicine in Singapore, 2017
• Diploma in Yoga Teaching – 350-hr Teacher Training with International Yoga Teacher’s Association in Australia, 2016

Inclusive of:

• 4 nights’ accommodation inclusive of prevailing taxes and service charges
• 12 catered meals + daily tea breaks that include coffee/tea, snack and fruit
• Curated array of yoga and meditation classes
• Rental of spaces and equipment for yoga practice
• Airport transfer for the selected flight

PACKAGE PRICES WITHOUT AIRFARE:      

All prices below are per person for 27 April - 1 May 2023 or 9 - 13 August 2023

(5 days / 4 nights)

Deluxe Bungalow

Single Occupancy S$2,280 (Early Bird Rate)

Double Occupancy S$1,680 (Early Bird Rate)

Bungalow Suite

Double Occupancy S$1,880 (Early Bird Rate)

Rooms are assigned on a first-come-first-served basis. Rooms may differ in layout and décor. 

Photos and video may be taken, solely for PURE marketing purposes.

Application
Please apply online or email us. You will be notified by email within 3-5 days along with an e-mail outlining payment procedures and further details. 

Tax

Please note prices include 8% GST. 

Refunds/Cancellation

No refund or credit will be given for cancellation starting 1 February 2023/1 April 2023.

All refunds are subject to a 20% processing fee that will be deducted from your refund. 

Visa Entry & Requirements 

Please comply with all visa and health requirements of Bali, Indonesia. 

PURE is not liable for any illness, delays or costs resulting from your failure to meet these requirements.  

Please ensure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the day you arrive in Bali, Indonesia. 

Pertaining to COVID-19 travel advisories, participants should do their own due diligence and ensure compliance with local COVID-19 laws, rules, restrictions and regulations. 

Participants are responsible for staying updated on current COVID-19 related travel restrictions and requirements to enter Bali, Indonesia

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