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June 26-July 2 or 5, 2020
Nature, Culture & Yoga Retreat
with Michelle Chua
Watch this 1-minute taste of our Bali Yoga Adventure:
Why Join Us for Breath of Perspective, Bali 2020?
- Refocus your lens on life.
- Discover a unique and reverent island culture.
- Surround yourself with inspiring art.
- Immerse in nature's wonders.
- Commit to daily Self-attunement and self-care.
- Connect with kindred mindful travelers.
- Learn Balinese customs from local people.
- Experience daily life in three different communities and subcultures.
- Travel safely with a guided group and option to explore on your own.
- Enjoy a curated journey by experienced Bali Retreat facilitator and Root 2 Rise Yoga founder, Michelle Chua.
Imagine yourself encompassed by majestic waterfalls, gazing up at the bright open sky and taking a deep breath knowing you were meant to be here right now, embraced by undeniable pure love from the universe.
Photo above: Michelle Chua in Bali 2017
What Does this Yoga Adventure Entail?
Nurture your adventurous global spirit journeying through Bali, Indonesia through the insightful lens of yoga. For 7 or 10 days, immerse in local life at three destinations: art and wellness town of Ubud, traditional rural village in Tabanan and peaceful beach town of Sanur. Practice daily yoga with Michelle Chua overlooking verdant rice fields and vast ocean, and enjoy a taste of ancient Balinese yoga with a local instructor. Spend your free time hiking to stunning waterfalls, strolling on the beach or savoring Balinese artistic expressions of love: exquisite cuisine, rejuvenating bodywork, entrancing traditional music and dance, mesmerizing sculptures and architecture and devotional offerings. Joined by like-minded travelers, play in infinite possibility and expand your perspective of the world and Self.
Days 1-4 in Ubud, Hub of Wellness & Art
Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar, land in our peaceful sanctuary overlooking terracing rice fields and swaying palm trees. Unwind with an hour Balinese massage before dinner with your fellow travelers and relaxing evening yoga. Our villa property includes a sauna, jacuzzi, chlorine-free swimming pool, yoga shala and open-air dining surrounded by lush nature. Only 15 minutes leisurely stroll to Ubud’s town center, enjoy your free time visiting the art market, temples, vast array of restaurants, Sacred Monkey Forest, Ubud Palace and spa and wellness centers. Invigorate your senses with the cultural vibrancy of Ubud, and rest in the serenity of our retreat grounds.
Days 4-6 in a Rural Village in Tabanan
About 90 minutes drive northwest of Ubud, discover a small traditional village in rural Tabanan. Nestled in tranquil nature and warm community, our eco-conscious retreat center aims to share ancient customs and promote harmony with nature through simple lifestyle. Comfortable individual villas spread throughout rice paddies and nature trails surrounding the village temple, classic homes, an open-air yoga shala and our community dining area. Experience age-old Balinese yoga and meditation from a local teacher and choose a part of the culture to explore on your free time: visit the village healer, care for the rice fields, cook Balinese cuisine, play a traditional musical instrument, learn Balinese dance or language and more. Allow nature’s pace and simple living to deepen your connection to Bali and her magic.
Days 6-7 or 10 in Sanur Beach Town
About 90 minutes drive southeast of Tabanan, balance a slower-paced lifestyle with modern Bali in the seaside town of Sanur. Residing about 20 minutes walk to the beach and numerous restaurants, spas, shops and nightlife, delight in serenity and luxury at our local family-run contemporary hotel with swimming pool. Choose to stay for our 10-day retreat and join a 45-minute boat trip to Nusa Penida, for a day of exploring pristine beaches. Integrate Bali’s unique flavors into your expanded life perspective as you seal your journey with a nourishing spa treatment before flying home.
Photo above: Life as Art, Bali 2019 Retreat
Michelle's retreat for Bali 2019 was nothing short of magical. She managed to capture the perfect balance of structure and flexibility in planning. Not only were we doing yoga, meditating and spending time in nature, we really got immersed in the culture and learned from the locals directly. I appreciated this component so much, and it does set Root 2 Rise Yoga apart from the rest in my opinion. Michelle is a skillful and soulful leader and puts together very thoughtful programs and retreats. Could not recommend her or Root 2 Rise Yoga enough. So grateful!
--Kimberly Rose Irving (Bali 2019 Retreat)
My husband and I had an amazing time in Bali last May going with Michelle’s Root 2 Rise Yoga Group. We went to 3 different cities and each site was a different experience. We got to see the culture, the beautiful countryside, dance, enjoy vegetarian food, do yoga at the beach and hike...(thanks to) Michelle's planning beforehand. Bring an umbrella!
--Annie and Mike Ulloa (Bali 2019 Retreat)
What’s Included in Your Retreat Investment?
- 7 or 10 days single or shared accommodation: luxury retreat villa in Ubud’s rice fields, eco-friendly cultural retreat center in Tabanan’s traditional village and local-family run resort hotel in Sanur beach town
- Airport pick-up and drop-off to and from our retreat accommodation on the first and last day of the retreat
- Healthy and delicious daily group meals (Dinner on Day 1 through breakfast on last day) at retreat centers and in local restaurants, excluding 4 meals to explore nearby restaurants on your free time
- Daily morning Vinyasa/Hatha or evening Restorative/Yin asana and meditation with Michelle Chua in Ubud and Sanur
- Daily traditional Balinese yoga and meditation with Balinese teacher in Tabanan
- Cultural discovery activities: Balinese water purification ceremony, flower offering workshop, visit to local orphanage, traditional music and dance show, temple visit and more
- Nature excursions: day trip to Sekumpal Waterfalls, Campuhan Ridge stroll, visit to hot springs resort, hike to local waterfall, yoga on the beach and boat trip to *Nusa Penida to explore pristine beaches (*for 10-day stay only)
- 4-6 Guided mindfulness practices for reframing perspective: eating, walking, meditation, group conversation and reflection activity
- One-on-one 15-minute personal yoga consultation with Michelle Chua
- 1 hour Balinese massage upon arrival
- Additional Balinese massage and spa treatment prior to your return home
Your Retreat Registration does not include:
- Flights or travel to Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar, Bali prior June 26 airport pick-up
- Travel & International Health Insurance (highly recommended)
- Flights or travel to Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar, Bali prior June 26 airport pick-up
- Travel & International Health Insurance (highly recommended)
Choose Your Accommodation & Cost:
Retreat Villa in Ubud
Days 1-4 |
Individual Villa in Tabanan Village
Days 4-6 |
Hotel in Sanur Beach
Days 6-7 or 10 |
Each room has its own bathroom, except for two rooms in our Ubud villa that share a bathroom. In our Ubud villa, one of the shared rooms may have up to 4 roommates; The last 4 guests to register for shared rooms will share this room if our 8 rooms reach capacity .
- Shared: Share a room with a roommate in all three retreat sites. Rooms have either two single beds or one double/queen bed to share. Please secure a roommate prior to registration.
Investment for 10 Days: $2150 USD
- Single: Private room with a full/queen bed in all three retreat sites
Investment for 10 Days: $2550 USD
Reserve your spot and rate with a $500 non-refundable deposit.
Balance due March 15, 2020.
Accepted forms of payment include: Cash, Cashier's Check, Venmo, PayPal and credit card (the latter two accrue 3.5% service fee). Please complete your online registration form via the button below prior to sending payment.
Don't have a roommate for this retreat? Complete the form below, and you will receive an email with others who are seeking a roommate, so that you may connect and perhaps find compatibility.
