Happy Journey
in Bali
Happy Journey in Bali
with Marleen Feremans-Van Laer
& Wayan Partawan
4 - 10 June 2023
Happy Journey
with Marleen Feremans-Van Laer
& Wayan Partawan
4 - 10 June 2023
Most of us lead very Yang-oriented lives, adding some Yin into our practice and daily lives helps to restore calmness, stillness, and happiness.
Throughout this retreat, we will blend Yin and Yang to experience the benefits of both styles. Each day will be different, with its own theme. In the Yang phase, we will cultivate balance and strength through dynamic and active sequences while in the Yin sessions, we slow down for a quieter practice to work our joints and calm the nervous system. The yoga offered is accessible to all levels of practitioners.
Combining the daily yoga sessions with a myriad of activities, ceremonies and rituals, enjoying delicious healthy food and blissful spa treatments, this retreat will leave you feeling balanced, energized and of course, happy!
All-inclusive yoga retreat in Bali
4 – 10 June 2023
Level: All yoga levels
Restore your balance through this happy journey in Bali with Marleen Feremans-Van Laer and Wayan Partawan
Retreat inclusions:
- Transportation from/to airport/South Bali
- 7 days/6 nights of comfortable accommodation
- 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 5 dinners
- 6 morning meditation and yoga sessions – 2 hours
- 4 evening restorative yoga sessions – 1.5 hour
- Choice of Relaxing Massage or Ayurvedic Facial
- Choice of Ayurvedic Physician Consultation or Abhyanga Massage
- Combination of Western and Ayurvedic meals
- Agnihotra fire ritual
- Purification ritual at Tirta Empul temple
- Group Sound Healing meditation
- Balinese Offering class and ritual
- Day of Silence
- Yoga overlooking the sunrise at Batur Volcano
- Bicycle excursion (inclusive yet optional)
- Guided rice fields walk
- Dinacharya – Introduction to daily rituals
- Ayurvedic lecture – The meaning and virtues of Ayurveda
- Government tax and services
- Personalized water bottle
- Hand-made canvas bag
- Balinese traditional sarong
- Incense sticks to remind you of Bali
- Comprehensive information booklet
Retreat Price
7 days/6 nights
Single occupancy
Price: IDR 34,000,000 / ±USD 2,345
Twin/double occupancy
Price: IDR 28,000,000 / ±USD 1,931
| Duration | Room | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7 days/6 nights | Single | IDR 34,000,000 / ±USD 2,345 |
| Double | IDR 28,000,000 / ±USD 1,931 |
Prices are per person.
Currency conversion rate is USD 1 = ± IDR 14,500.
- 50% deposit is payable via VISA, Mastercard, or bank transfer and must be made within 7 working days from booking confirmation.
- Oneworld Retreats does not offer refunds on your deposit, however up to 100% of your deposit may be used for another retreat within 12 months of the original retreat date. Cancellation penalties may apply.
- Oneworld Retreats does not offer credit for arriving late or leaving early and no partial refunds for any services not used during your retreat.
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Restore your balance through this happy journey
with Marleen Feremans-Van Laer
Retreat Itinerary
Transfer to Oneworld Retreats from the airport or anywhere in South Bali.
Welcome drink upon arrival and tour around the retreat centre.
Check into your room.
Day 1
17:30
Retreat Orientation
followed by Agnihotra fire ritual
followed by Agnihotra fire ritual
Dinner
Day 2
06:30
Morning yoga and meditation session with Marleen – 2 hours
08:30
Breakfast
9:15
Dinacharya – What is Ayurveda short talk by Oneworld’s Resident Physician
Inclusive Treatment (Individual Treatment schedule will be given upon arrival)
Ayurvedic Physician Consultation
Find out what is your bio-energy constitution, how to solve some health issues and live a better life.
OR
Abhyanga Massage – 60 minutes
A traditional Ayurvedic massage performed by well-trained therapists who apply warm herb-infused oil to the body. The treatment enhances lymphatic drainage, balances the bioenergies, and induces relaxation.
Ayurvedic Physician Consultation
Find out what is your bio-energy constitution, how to solve some health issues and live a better life.
OR
Abhyanga Massage – 60 minutes
A traditional Ayurvedic massage performed by well-trained therapists who apply warm herb-infused oil to the body. The treatment enhances lymphatic drainage, balances the bioenergies, and induces relaxation.
13:00
Lunch
Free time or Spa treatments or Ayurvedic Consultation
17:30
Evening restorative yoga and meditation with Wayan – 1.5 hour
19:00
Dinner
Day 3
Experiencing a day in silence
Today is a day for contemplation and to concentrate on your inner self. Silence helps one to reach a different level of consciousness and a better understanding of the self. The results are usually very enlightening and can be amazing.
06:30
Yoga and meditation session
with Marleen – 2 hours
with Marleen – 2 hours
8:30
Breakfast in the privacy of your room
Spa treatments of the day – choice of:
Relaxing Massage – 1 hour 15 minutes
Our relaxing massage is based on Ayurvedic principles and uses warm oil and professional hands to balance the chakras, the key energy points in your body.
OR
Ayurvedic Facial – 60 minutes
Our facials encourage the restoration of youthful vitality and the natural radiance of your skin. We offer facials for sensitive and normal skin.
Relaxing Massage – 1 hour 15 minutes
Our relaxing massage is based on Ayurvedic principles and uses warm oil and professional hands to balance the chakras, the key energy points in your body.
OR
Ayurvedic Facial – 60 minutes
Our facials encourage the restoration of youthful vitality and the natural radiance of your skin. We offer facials for sensitive and normal skin.
13:00
Lunch – Today, enjoy the privacy of your own table and in silence!
Afternoon to contemplate…
16:30
Evening restorative yoga session with Wayan – 1 hour
17:30
Group Sound Healing Meditation
18:00
Dinner – Candlelight dinner served on your own terrace
19:15
Departure to Tirta Empul for an evening meditation and purification ritual
After dinner, we will take you to Tirta Empul, Bali’s most sacred spring pools for a purification ritual. This mystical place is visited by the Balinese from all over the island, and a local mangku (priest) will carry out the prayers. An exceptional way to experience the holistic retreat.
After dinner, we will take you to Tirta Empul, Bali’s most sacred spring pools for a purification ritual. This mystical place is visited by the Balinese from all over the island, and a local mangku (priest) will carry out the prayers. An exceptional way to experience the holistic retreat.
End of silence day
Day 4
06:30
Morning yoga and meditation session with Marleen – 2 hours
08:30
Breakfast
Walking the rice fields of Bali followed by lunch at a surprise location
Free time or spa treatments or consultation
17:30
Evening restorative yoga and meditation with Wayan – 1.5 hour
19:30
Dinner
Day 5
Free day
06:30
Morning Yoga Session with Marleen – 2 hours
08:30
Breakfast
Free day to explore Ubud and its surroundings
Lunch (excluded)
Optional activities with extra cost
- Jatiluwih day trip
- Beach day – Sanur
- Klungkung Palace – Sidemen
OR - Free day to explore Ubud
Dinner (excluded)
Day 6
05:00
Departure for Gunung Batur
One of Bali’s most spectacular volcanoes. Driving time +/- 45 minutes.
One of Bali’s most spectacular volcanoes. Driving time +/- 45 minutes.
06:00
Sunrise Yoga – Yoga with a splendid view of the sunrise behind the Volcano Batur
08:00
Breakfast
Return to Ubud
Optional cycling experience – 22 km of downhill and 700m of uphill bicycle tour discovering a different Bali!
Lunch
Free time or Spa treatments or Ayurvedic Consultation
17:30
Evening restorative yoga and meditation with Wayan – 1.5 hours
19:00
Sunset cocktail
19:30
Farewell dinner
Day 7
06:30
Morning yoga session with Marleen – 2 hours
Balinese Offering class
The ritual of presenting offerings to the Gods is an integral part of the daily life of every Balinese. This interesting class helps you understand the intricate work involved in the simplest offering and explains the meaning behind the ritual.
The ritual of presenting offerings to the Gods is an integral part of the daily life of every Balinese. This interesting class helps you understand the intricate work involved in the simplest offering and explains the meaning behind the ritual.
Brunch
End of journey and transfer to your next destination
Restore your balance through this happy journey
with Marleen Feremans-Van Laer
The Place
Oneworld’s holistic retreat lies in the hills of Ubud, Bali – about 1.5 km away from the hustle and bustle of the village center. This retreat is peaceful and serene, bordered by a small creek to the west and surrounded by jungle and rice fields. And it is probably the only retreat centre in the world with a palace in its backyard!
We offer 12 comfortable and spacious rooms, a dining room, a yoga shala open to nature as well as a treatment center where you can enjoy high-quality treatments.
You will find lush gardens and pavilions to relax and indulge in the beautiful views. Should you wish to explore Ubud during your free time, we offer a shuttle service to the center of town.
Each room is air-conditioned and has its own terrace/balcony and bathroom. Comfortable yet unpretentious. For our guests’ ultimate serenity, we welcome guests of a minimum age of 14 years.
Meals
Our experienced chefs cook fresh, healthy, and delicious dishes, infused with love. All dietary requirements can be catered for. Most of your meals are included and are eaten together with the group in our beautiful jungle dining room, or can be served on your private balcony. Some meals will be at outside locations. Your personalized itinerary will include details of all meals.
Treatments
Part of your journey includes receiving healing treatments from our skilled therapists. Some treatments are inclusive in your retreat. Other treatments are available onsite—see our treatments menu.
Yoga
The yoga offered during this retreat by Marleen and Wayan is Yin and Yang, a mix of yoga styles – Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Yin, and Yang. It is accessible to all levels.
Yin qualities are related to lunar energy and have feminine energy with a cooling effect. It is immobile and downward-oriented. The Yin parts of the body are the connective tissue, fascia, bones, and joints. During the Yin sessions, we slow down for a quieter practice to work our joints and calm the nervous system. By holding poses for a longer period of time, mostly sitting or lying, we will release into each pose with mindful awareness of the sensations and thoughts that arise.
On the other hand, Yang's qualities are associated with solar energy and have masculine energy with a heating effect. It is upward-oriented and mobile. In the body, Yang qualities are found in the muscles, blood, and skin. During the Yang sessions, we will cultivate balance and strength through dynamic, active sequences (accessible for all levels). Working on a muscular level, we will focus on breathing and flowing from one pose to another.
Throughout this retreat, we will blend Yin and Yang together so you can learn to experience the benefits of both yoga styles. Every day, we will follow a different theme, such as preparing your physical body for a peak pose, concentrating on a certain target zone, or focusing on a chakra or one of the five elements. Each day will be different.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a yoga retreat and a Panchakarma detox program?
Yoga retreats are led by our in-house or guest yoga teachers. Each teacher offers different styles of yoga, teaching and experiences—some retreats include trips around the island or a deeper dive into your personal development. As part of your retreat you will have a choice of Ayurvedic or traditional treatments and be served delicious, healthy meals throughout. With a variety of retreats on offer you can find one that is perfectly suited to your needs.
A Panchakarma Detox Program is directed by our Ayurvedic doctors, who upon arrival will assess your bio-energy (Dosha) and create a tailored program to restore balance and address any health conditions you may have. While you will still practice yoga, it is a softer form of yoga as during a Panchakarma you can’t exert yourself too much. Similarly, during a Panchakarma gentle walks around the surrounding area are fine, but trips into town or further away should be avoided as external stimuli can affect the healing process.
You will have twice-daily Ayurvedic treatments and eat a variety of nutritious and balancing Ayurvedic meals as prescribed by our doctors.
Should I bring anything special for retreats?
Once the reservation is confirmed we send an information email to our guests. It is necessary to bring your own yoga clothing. There are clothes designed especially for yoga, stretchy top, and pants. However, one can practice yoga without these. A t-shirt and pair of shorts are fine for yoga. If the retreat includes a blessing ceremony we suggest that you take along a white shirt with sleeves.
We have enough yoga mats at the centre, yet you may want to bring your own. We also have a shop selling an assortment of eco-friendly TPE mats and Natural Rubber mats, as well as yoga clothing and supplies to assist you in your yoga practice!
I am pregnant – can I still join a retreat?
Not all yoga styles practiced in the retreats are suitable for expecting mothers. Of course, you may join a retreat, but we strongly recommend that you get approval from your doctor beforehand. During the retreat, you can adjust your poses based on your capability but it is important that you understand that you are responsible for any risks you are taking.
What is the minimum age for retreats?
The yoga retreats are open for people aged14 years and above.
Restore your balance through this happy journey
with Marleen Feremans-Van Laer
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