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 us. Having introduced 100s of people to Gaia Oasis Abasan Mountain Retreat over 10+ years - it has been our privilege to foster a love and connection to the people and place of 'Gaia' that typically runs deeper than expected. Over six nights and seven days, immersed in this green sanctuary and nestled in a hillside overlooking the Bali Sea, you will be sheltered well away from mainstream tourist activities and development (we often don't see another tourist for the duration of the retreat!) With yoga and mindfulness providing the essential structure, this retreat is about authentic relating - to body and mind, to abundant nature, and to the North Balinese people and their incredibly rich and gracious culture.
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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 / counseling 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. Anna's teachings are able to meaningfully connect with those completely new to mindfulness and those with decades of practice.
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
09:30 – 11:00 Yoga (Asana) - 11:00 - 11:30 Q & A with Tim (optional)
12:15 – 13:15 Lunch
13:15 – 17:00 Free Time / Optional Activity
17:00 – 18:00 Yoga (Restorative)
18:00 – 19:00 Free Time
19:00 – 19:45 Dinner
19:45 – 20:30 Evening Sit
* 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. The two available room types are solo rooms and double / twinshare rooms. Please note the double / twinshare room option is ONLY for two person bookings, your nominated room partner must be nominated and paid for at the time of booking.
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, other delicious non-alcoholic drinks and local beer 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 resort in Tejakula, please allow enough time to arrive prior to the program begins at 2pm on 3/8/25.
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 10.45am (Ubud) on 3/8/25.
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 9 August, 2025.
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.
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ROOM TYPE |
FULL / EARLY BIRD |
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(Single occupancy) Solo |
$2900 / $2700 |
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(Dual occupancy) Double or Twin Share |
$5200 / $4800 |
NOTES
(A) EARLY BIRD offer closes November 30, 2024
(B) At the time of booking, your deposit will secure your place (solo - $400, double / twinshare - $800). At this time you will receive a confirmation email with account details to transfer the balance
(C) Balance of payment is due before May 10, 2025.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 & mindfulness
- 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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