WAKE UP IN BALI
Body Mind Nature Retreats (formerly advertised under ‘Geelong City Yoga’), actively promotes ‘conscious travel’. Simply put this means we prioritise travel as a meditation, an experience of being meaningfully integrated into the world around you. Having introduced 100s of students to Gaia Oasis Abasan Mountain Retreat over 10 years - it has been our privilege to support authentic, sincere and intimate encounters with the staff, management and community of this very special resort. Positioned well away from mainstream tourist developments, this green sanctuary nestled in a hillside overlooking the north coast of Bali, offers students a truly immersive experience that highlights the importance of connection – to self, to local people, to culture, and to nature.
So - if you’re interested in holistic travel, can appreciate that traveling is a privilege and would like to contribute to rather than merely extract from the places you visit, this retreat could be just what you are looking for. After seven days and six nights we can assure you this retreat will leave positive imprints on your body, on your consciousness and on your heart. You will take something with you and hopefully, you leave something good behind.
YOUR FACILITATORS
Tim and Anna share a love of people, culture and nature and have a long history of leading retreats in regional Victoria, Bali and India, including the foothills of the Himalayas.
About Tim Tim is a Senior Iyengar Yoga Teacher with 30 years + teaching experience. With highly developed skills he conveys the essence of yoga with depth, clarity and humor. Whether you are new to yoga, have physical restrictions or have been practicing for many years, Tim will support and challenge you, as you gain greater insight into the nature of your being.
About AnnaAnna brings 30+ years life coaching experience. Combining gentleness and directness, Anna offers a selection of mindfulness techniques to help quieten your mind, support greater connection to your intuition and instill greater confidence to follow your heart.
Gaia Oasis Abasan Mountain Retreat is situated on 10 acres of organic gardens and home to a small village of farmers. In amidst its tropical gardens are many peaceful areas to rest. Gaia Oasis Abasan rates 4.5 / 5 stars on Trip Advisor.
THE PROGRAM
09:00 – 11:00 Yoga (Asana)
11:00 – 11:30 Q & A with Tim (optional)
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch
13:30 – 17:00 Free Time / Optional Activity
17:00 – 18:30 Yoga (Pranayama)
19:00 – 19:45 Dinner
19:45 – 20:15 Evening Mindfulness
* PROGRAM MAY VARY DEPENDING ON PLANNED EXCURSIONS
All rooms have a day bed, private open-air ensuite, small verandah / patio, effective mosquito netting, a kitchenette and personal safe. All linen is provided and rooms are cleaned daily with fresh flowers scattered lovingly around. The Solo Rooms and Bungalows are all set in lush gardens, carefully positioned across the property, linked by stone paved pathways, offering a sense of both privacy and neighbourly connection.
Once you press 'BOOK NOW' located at the top of your screen you will be able to see details for each room type. (Refer below to THE COST for more details).
THE ACTIVITIES
A range of cultural activities are offered as part of this retreat including an 'Introduction to (Balinese) Prayer'', a tradional 'Sea Cleansing', a sunrise boat trip and a waterfall walk / swim. Other activities are available on request.
THE FOOD
Meals are served from an open-air dining room overlooking a beautiful pond teaming with fish and adorned with lotus flowers. From breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea to dinner time your taste buds will be tingling with delight, as you enjoy deliciously nutritious meals prepared wherever possible with produce from Gaia's own organic gardens. The menu is gluten free, largely vegetarian with a chicken or fish option daily. Herbal teas, fresh fruit, Balinese coffee and cocoa are available all day. Specialised coffees and other delicious non-alcoholic drinks are available to purchase at your own expense.
THE SWIMMING
There is a salt water pool for lap swimmers and sun lovers. The ocean is five minutes away in a courtesy shuttle for those who enjoy swimming or strolling along quiet black sand beaches.
SPA TREATMENTS
Complimentary with your retreat is a Bali Traditional Massage (1 hour) in the serene Abasan Rainforest Spa Centre. Additional treatments can be selected from a catalogue of other beauty and health treatments – inspired by the local environment, the herbal traditions of Bali, India and the West.
TRANSFERS / BOOKING FLIGHTS
Getting there
If you are making your own way to the fresort in Tejakula, please allow enough time to arrive prior to the program begins at 2pm on 25/8/24.
If you are not making your own way to the resort and WOULD LIKE A COURTESY TRANSFER from Ubud to the resort in Tejakula you must ensure the flight you book enables you to be ready for pick up at 11am (Ubud) on 25/8/24.
If utilising our courtesy transfer is not practical for you, we can help you to arrange transport directly from the airport to the resort in Tejakula, just let us know ASAP. Please note that to arrive at the resort in time for the program start (2pm) you will need to be ready for pick up at the airport no later than 10am (allow 3-4 hours travelling time to the resort).
Getting home
If you WOULD LIKE A COURTESY TRANSFER from the resort to the airport, you must ensure your flight from Denpasar is booked to depart after 9pm on 31 August, 2024.
If you WOULD LIKE A COURTESY TRANSFER from the resort to Ubud, expect to arrive in Ubud around 3.30pm.
THE COST
Please see the 'BOOK NOW' button at the top of your screen to view details of room types available.
| ROOM TYPE | PRICE |
| BUNGALOW (dual occupancy - couple or twin share) | $5500 |
| SOLO (single occupancy) | $2750 |
NOTE Soon after booking (i.e. paying your deposit - single - $400, double / twinshare - $800) you will receive a confirmation email with account details to transfer the balance, which must be paid within 7 days of making your booking. Prices as listed above include:
- Transfers (Courtesy transport from Ubud to Gaia Oasis and returning from Gaia Oasis to Ubud or the airport)
- Six nights accommodation and all meals
- Twice daily yoga & miundfulness
- All included activity costs
- Complimentary spa treatment (1 hour)
- All yoga equipment
- Daily shuttle bus between venue and the beach or local village
- Free internet in public areas
* Not included - Airfares, cancellation & travel insurance, additional spa treatments.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Once you select the ticket type you are interested in, our 'Terms & Conditions' will be clearly outlined. Please read these carefully. You will need to agree to these before a purchase can be finalised.
Any questions please contact Tim on 0419 313 677.
Namaste,
Tim & Anna
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