BALI Spirit Festival Retreat- Ubud - March 2012

Description

Early Bird Special 10% discount ends Jan 20th 2012

Byron Yoga Centre will have a big presence at the Bali Spirit Festival in Ubud in 2012. Make the most of the Festival experience by spending some time in Ubud with us. The retreat will begin in the afternoon of 25th March and you will have two full days before the Festival begins on the 28th of March to explore the island.

On these days there will be a Purna Yoga class each morning and afternoon with John Ogilvie, together with group discussions, pranayama and meditation in the evenings, leaving plenty of time to explore and/or pamper yourself with Bali’s amazing masseurs and to try all the varieties of delicious food on offer.

The Bali Spirit Festival begins on 28th March and ends on April 1st, and John Ogilvie and other Byron Yoga teachers will be presenting workshops during the Festival.

With Byron Yoga Centre’s teachers on site, you can be assured of a rich, varied and holistic experience of yoga while at the same time enjoying the exotic surroundings that Ubud has to offer; rice fields, cafes, Temples and local markets.

It’s the ideal place to adjust to the Balinese way of life and the perfect launch pad for travelling around the island on your own after the festival, if your schedule permits.

While offering a quiet and peaceful environment, the resort is on the free shuttle route for the festival.

Teachers

Our lead teachers offer a wealth of knowledge and expertise to share with participants.

John Ogilvie, the founder and director of Byron Yoga Centre, has been teaching yoga for over twenty years. He encourages a light heartedness in our approach to yoga and to ourselves.

Stephan Kahlert has over twenty five years’ experience as a meditation practitioner and teacher in the Soto Zen, Vipassana, Vedanta and yoga traditions. He has taught overseas on many occasions in his capacity as a meditation teacher. Stephan trained as a yoga teacher with John Ogilvie in 2005. He teaches meditation and Hindu philosophy on retreats and teacher training at the Centre. His style is light-hearted, humorous, engaging and fun.

Location

Green Field Hotel, Ubud, has been carefully chosen by Byron Yoga Centre director John Ogilvie, who visited in person in January 2011.

Located in a quiet and secluded area only minutes from Ubud, The Green Field Hotel provides Balinese luxury accommodation. Set in tropical gardens it offers courtyards, gardens, poolside and lounge areas to relax in between yoga and visits to the local sights.

Designed in traditional Balinese style with sensitivity to the local culture, the resort offers guests a comfortable travel experience and provides a wonderful backdrop for your next step on the yogic path.

It’s a peaceful haven and a great base from which to explore.

Accommodation

Stay in a spacious room individually decorated with unique furniture and artefacts.

The comfortable rooms all feature either queen or double beds and en-suite facilities, with ceiling fans and/or airconditioning.

All rooms offer mosquito canopies and repellant coils, daily housekeeping, tea, coffee and two flasks of boiling water a day and front patio with table and chairs.

There are 3 tiers of accommodation to chose from, starting from the Bale Bunga through to the luxurious Bale Semampai.

Cuisine

Breakfast is included in the package and all meals are available at the hotel restaurant, however you may prefer to explore Ubud’s many dining options for lunch and dinner.

The dining area is a beautiful light filled space to enjoy socialising over delicious cuisine.

Activities

During your free time venture out and explore the ancient culture of Bali, or step into the local markets and shop with the locals.

It is famous as an arts and crafts hub, and much of the town and nearby villages seems to consist of artists' workshops and galleries. There are some remarkable architectural sights, artistic gems to be found, and a general feeling of wellbeing to be enjoyed, all thanks to the spirit, surroundings, and climate of the place.

If you’d prefer to stay at the resort, you can enjoy relaxation by the pool or reading in the shade on your personal deck.

Price – Per Person

Tier 1- $910
25th March-1st April. This retreat price is for a 8 day 7 night retreat
The Festival ends on Sunday 1 April, and is winding down on the last day, so if you need to get back to work we have given the option of accommodation from 25 March to 1 April only
Green Fields Hotel accommodation in the Bale Bunga standard rooms

Tier 2- $1440
25th March-1st April. This retreat price is for a 8 day 7 night retreat
The Festival ends on Sunday 1 April, and is winding down on the last day, so if you need to get back to work we have given the option of accommodation from 25 March to 1 April only
Green Fields Hotel accommodation at the Bale Sukat Bali and Bale Pingit rice field view rooms

Tier 3- $1900
25th March-2nd April. This retreat price is for a 9 day 8 night retreat
To enable you to make the most of the full Festival experience, these luxurious rooms have been booked from 25 March to 2 April
Green Fields Hotel accommodation at the Bale Adat and Bale Semampai rooms luxurious rooms

Inclusions

7 or 8 nights private accommodation and Full Bali Spirit Festival Tickets Return airport transfers (on the start date and end date of the retreat only) Buffet breakfast Twice daily yoga (first 2 days only) Evening programs (first 2 days only)

Prices do not include the following:

International airfares to Bali (please arrange your own flights – recommended details are below) Visas (required), travel insurance (recommended) and vaccinations (optional). Please seek professional advice from your travel agent and health practitioner Optional activities