Traditional balinese culture and Yoga Retreat in Bali Indonesia

About the Training

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Sesandan is a traditional village with ancient temples that is located in the rural part of yoga retreat Indonesia Bali, 2hrs away from the international airport Ngurah Rai (pick-up service available). The natural environment and many spectacular activities make this yoga retreat a unique experience. Besides hostile locals, you can find green lush rice terraces surrounding you, a giant swing to let you fly over the terraces, a natural waterfall flowing in the middle of the untouched Balinese flora & fauna and we have a spa waiting for you. Check-in/out is between 13:00 - 14:00. Dinner is between 18:30- 19:30 Dinner. Daily schedule - Start your day at your own individual pace and sleep in or take a walk in the morning to explore the village or watch the fabulous sunrise over the mountains and rice paddies from our view tower. 08:00 - 09:00 Breakfast - Time: tea, coffee, and typical Balinese morning snacks are waiting for you, try the local sweets made from coconut, palm sugar, and green leaves. 09:30 - 11:00 Morning 7 days yoga retreat session. 11:30 - 12:30 Cultural activity of your choice, see the list of unique activities. 13:00 - 14.00 Freshly prepared traditional Balinese lunch and fruits (veg and non-veg). 14:00 - 15:00 Cultural activity of your choice, see the list of unique activities. 15:00 - 16:30 Afternoon Balinese yoga session. 16:30 - 19:00 Relaxation, massages and private time. 19:00 Freshly prepared traditional Balinese dinner

Main Highlights

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• Reflexology massage
• coconut oil making
• giant swing over rice field terraces
• visit the healer and local shaman
• view towers to see mount batukaru
• Balinese cooking class
• Balinese music instrument class
• Bahasa Bali- language class
• traditional dance and ceremonies
• live in a homestay and get close to locals
• dress up in traditional clothes
• untouched nature with a natural waterfall
• butterfly breeding park
• Sunday is TRASH HERO DAY - environment awareness day

Brief Summary

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Syllabus for this training

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• The two important factors here are repetition and regularity that is why they are the key disciplines of 'Yoga Watukaru'
• Also, compared to the fitness-oriented yoga styles, 'Yoga Watukara' and that is exactly what a fast-growing/changing society seeks for simplicity and a calming routine that let you put life on hold for a moment
• For the traditional Balinese population, whereby most follow the Hindu religion, the ancient yoga and meditation practices are good ways to stay aware of themselves, maintain a healthy life and to connect with the spirits and nature
• Latter is the fundamental reason, why yoga was originally practiced at all
• In the end, it is the fusion of health-promoting methods and the Balinese spirituality that gives 'Yoga Watukaru' it's incomparable, unique character worldwide
• Within 'Yoga Watukaru' the practices are divided into 13 yoga styles, whereas each style has its specific meditation including the associated mudras and mantras, representing different gods and using the energy of nature to work on a different chakra

Training Benefits

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• You will learn how to live in the present and become more aware of yourself and your environment
• find out how to control your thoughts and become the master of your mind instead of being the 'slave'
• you will get rid of feeling tired and fatigue, instead you will be surprised by the undiscovered energy of yours
• will find inner peace and be more tranquil
• benefit from the positive side effect of losing excessive weight
• have a fresh mind: new perspectives, clear thoughts, and a creative mind
• get a good body-feeling, gain flexibility
• can find the source of personal issues (mentally and/or physically)
• become healthier overall
• You will simply expand your horizon by trying something new

Other Things to do

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• Spa treatments, hiking, tours

Meet the Instructors

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How to Reach

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By Air:

• Ngurah Rai International airport (pickup available)

By Train:

• not available

By Road:

• tabanan

Common Faclilites

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Cancellation policy

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A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price. The rest of the payment should be paid no later than on departure ​ Your payment minus the paypal transaction fee is refundable if the booking is cancelled 2 days before the arrival date. Please understand that we can't bear all costs arising from cancellations. Furthermore, if the cancellation takes place within 2 days prior your arrival, we will deduct half of the deposit fee (10%) and pay the rest back to you.