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EMBODY BALI RETREAT
​March 22 - 29, 2020
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EMBODY BALI BLISS ~
Join us for this spectacular 7 day Yoga & Transformational  Healing Retreat, outside of Ubud, Bali
​March 22nd -29th, 2020
(with an optional stand alone or Add-On Retreat Extension in Sideman, Bali from March 29-April 2, 2020)

This wonderful healing retreat includes:

 7 nights luxurious villa accommodation, and…..
  • twice daily delicious meals
  • daily snack
  • daily yoga
  • daily meditation
  • Restorative yoga w/ Thai massage
  • Aletheia Transformational Breathwork session
  • daily Ai Chi ( Qigong in water)
  • introductory Janzu session ( a form of massage bodywork in water)
  • Ayruvedic self-care class
  • Yin Yoga class
  • a Balinese blessing  opening ceremony
  • excursion to a sacred water temple
  • one hour welcome Balinese massage
  • transport to & from airport (if arriving directly, or, from nearest city)
  • nature & village walk -  exploring vegetation, artisan studios, a temple & a Balinese home
  • Balinese cultural activities (making healing elixirs, etc.)
  • experiencing 'Nyepi', a national day of silence: March 7
  • free shuttle to Ubud for shopping & exploration
  • any free activities offered by the resort 
  • daily free time  to explore activities, relax, or enjoy private sessions
  • free use of wellness facilities (pool, gym, jacuzzi & herbal steam)
  • free WiFi
  • a package containing an itinerary, an *Ubud map with lists of recommended restaurants, helpful phrases, and a brief overview of some aspects of  Balinese culture as well as a "what to bring" &  a "what to expect when arriving" list
  • fresh fruit supplied each day to your room

Sisters, Kara and Cedar Sorensen invite you to experience their sixth Yoga and Wellness retreat in Bali, at the Bagus Jati Resort & Spa. After having spent time traveling to Bali over the past ten years, facilitators Cedar and Kara have developed a unique program that features some of the best of what Bali has to offer.
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"Take a retreat with Cedar and Kara and experience Paradise!" 

This seven-day retreat is designed for adults looking for a temporary break from routine. We give so much of ourselves in our daily lives that it can be difficult to take time just for ourselves. This retreat combines the gifts of yoga, wellness, healing and travel, infused with the rich culture of Bali. This opportunity creates the prime conditions for you to revitalize, renew, restore and re-connect, all while in a tropical paradise.

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For your accommodation, you may choose between a stand-alone villa or two-story chalet. Rooms are immaculate, spacious, and private with balcony views. Rooms can be enjoyed single or shared, with two single beds per room. Groups of three or four can enjoy a pool villa or deluxe villa. The resort also features other amenities including an infinity pool, outdoor hot tub, luxury spa, traditional offerings and more. To learn more about the Bagus Jati Resort & Spa, click here.  An optional four-day retreat addition is also available from March 29 – April 2, 2019. To learn more, click here.

What makes this retreat unique is the strong focus and immersion into the Balinese culture through blessings, ceremonies, excursions, temple visits, elixirs and offerings. Our goal is to create a space where you feel a greater sense of connection both to yourself, and to a warm, healing community. In addition, this year’s retreat takes place during Nyepi—the annual Day of Silence. Experiencing this day of silence, fasting and self-reflection first-hand will allow you to fully immerse yourself in your practice. To learn more about Nyepi, click here. 

"Luxurious, nourishing & wellness -focused." 
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Delicious Balinese meals (food preferences & allergies respected) are served in a breezy open air restaurant with expansive views.  Much of the food is grown on site in Bagus Jati's organic gardens.
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What you can expect:
 Find healing and reconnect with nature when you start each morning with a yoga and meditation class that takes place in an open-air studio. After class, we nourish our bodies with an organic breakfast and eat amongst the scenery of Mount Agung and surrounding mountains. After breakfast, we move in meditation to the flow of AiChi (water Qigong) that takes place in the infinity pool.
 The afternoons are designed for you to explore or relax at your leisure. This time can be used to participate in Balinese ceremonies, visit water temples, create offerings or elixirs, meditate, or simply relax by the pool. We encourage you to hone in on this opportunity to take time for yourself.
 During the rest of the week, you can look forward to:
      A self-care class taught by Kara
      An evening Restorative Yoga with Thai Massage
      A “Yin & Tonic” class (yin yoga with massage)
      A group session in Aletheia Transformational Breathwork                             taught by Cedar


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More about accommodations:  All accommodation offer private balconies.  They can be enjoyed as a single or shared 2 per room with 2 single beds. There is also the option of having your own "pool villa" if you are a group of 3 or 4 persons; or for 3 persons a spacious "deluxe villa" is an option.

We can’t wait to share this once in a lifetime experience with you! Space is limited. To secure your spot, register today! 
 "Tell me, what is is you plan to do with your ONE wild & precious life? ~ Mary Oliver
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Retreat Optional Extras:
  • private yoga sessions
  • privtae meditation classes
  • private Aletheia Transformational Breathwork sessions
  • private Janzu sessions
  • airfare
  • 4 day "add-on" March 9-12, in Sideman ​

Special Note:
Our activities are open to all levels, and as Bagus Jati is build on hillside, guests must be comfortable with moderate amount of stairs.  Electric carts are always at your 'beck & call', but it's impossible to avoid all stairs.

More about Nyepi:  https://www.bali.com/nyepi-day-of-silence.htm​
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Pricing :

2020 Per Person prices in Canadian dollars
  • Shared Chalet $ 2140 (per person based on double occupancy)
  • Single Chalet $ 2690 
  • Share Villa $2280 (per person based on double occupancy)
  • Single Villa $2980
  • Tri Villa $2240 (per person based on triple occupancy)

** Villa accommodations have full baths & showers
** Chalet accommodations have showers but no bathtubs

A $500 CDN deposit is required upon registration.  To register, please fill out the form here.  The form can be scanned or copied & emailed back to us with an e-transfer of $500 CDN  Kara at iskara@shaw.ca or call Kara to make other arrangements.  Register early to secure your spot!  

**Please note that all retreat costs are in Canadian dollars

RETREAT PAYMENT SCHEDULE:   Full balance for the retreat, and add-on if applicable, is due by December 31, 2019.  
The $500 deposit, less a $100 processing fee is refundable until November 31, 2019.  A 50% refund if you should cancel less than 70 days and more than 40 days prior to the retreat (Dec 2/19-Jan 21/20).  No refund if cancellation received less than 40 days prior to retreat (Jan.21/20 and beyond). Accommodations for late registrants may be accommodated by special arrangement.

​Optional 4 Day "Stand Alone" or "Add-on" In Sideman
March 29-April 2, 2020
​Nestled within the terraced rice fields of Bali's interior, we will explore some of the charms of Balinese culture while continuing to nourish ourselves with daily wellness practices of yoga & ai chi.  From our small village, we will enjoy an early morning walk to witness traditional ways of life in the surrounding countryside, and later enjoy a guided trek through the rice paddy terraces.  Days in the warm infinity pool can lengthen into evening dips below the stars. We will enjoy our daily meals served from the open air restaurant that boasts a 300 degree view. This enriching stay will warm your heart.

This "Add-on" package includes:
- 4 nights accommodation
- 2 meals per day
- 3 yoga sessions
- 3 ai chi sessions
- a guided rice terrace walk
- an early morning 3 village loop walk
​- daily poolside coffee & snack

- transportation from retreat
- free wifi
- free time
- beauty & relaxation



2020 pricing in Canadian dollars:
  • Budget Room: $600 single person or $500 pp double occupancy
  • Deluxe Room: $700 single person or $600 pp double occupancy
  • Bungalow: $850 single person or $700 pp double occupancy
  • Family Room: $550 per person based on triple occupancy
​ *all prices quoted in Canadian dollars*
For more information on the 4 night "Add-on" in Sidemen, please click here.
The 7 day retreat takes place over the Balinese New Year, "Nyepi".  The "Ogoh Ogoh" parade are part of the celebrations you will enjoy.   
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