Bali Ashtanga! Bali Ananda! Bali Bliss!
Join us on a journey to one of the most blissful islands in the world, returning grounded, replenished and alive.
Bali Ashtanga! Bali Ananda! Bali Bliss!
Become Your Best Self
In a world where achieving massive amounts of success and overworking ourselves seems to determine our self-worth, now is the time to debunk those concepts, get to the root of what makes us authentically happy and learn through the various components of yoga and meditation the life-long practice of becoming our best selves…by our own design.
RETREAT DETAILS
This year our Bali retreat falls during The Kites Festival. The kite festival began as a farming and countryside festival to give thanks for a successful crop season — a colorful, heartfelt festival honoring Mother Earth! Throughout July, you’ll witness giant, brightly colored kite-filled skies measuring as long as 32 feet long!
Ananda is the Sanskrit word for bliss or joy. Say it aloud to yourself, a few times gently, and imagine yourself on a journey to one of the most blissful islands in the world, steeped in spiritual and healing rituals, soothing beaches, where new adventures await you daily. Go home grounded, replenished and feeling the aliveness of a child!!
There will be plenty of time as a group and on your own to nurture your soul, make new friendships, deepen your spiritual essence, learn about and experience a new culture, play and laugh! Once more, you will have the opportunity of studying with one of the foremost yoga teachers of traditional Ashtanga yoga in the world and in the lineage of Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. It will be one of the BEST vacations of your lives spent at an oasis, the Bali Floating Leaf Eco-Luxury Retreat.
If you already know Ashtanga yoga you will:
- receive amazing adjustments, some of which may get you into poses you never fully attained before;
- deepen your commitment to your practice, improve your technical skills, hone the more subtle aspects of the practice and leave with great joy for your practice.
If you are new to Ashtanga yoga you will:
- learn a well established Mysore practice that suits your own needs;
- have a firm understanding for what Ashtanga yoga is and how it enhances your life;
- receive amazing adjustments, improve technical skills, hone the more subtle aspects of the practice and leave with a great sense of joy;
- have a support group and teacher to touch in with to continue to evolve your practice.
Other highlights of this year’s retreat:
- 6 Morning Ashtanga Classes – 4 Mysore Style & 2 Led suited to all levels (for class style descriptions: http://ashtangayogaroom.com/about-ashtanga/class-descriptions/)
- 3 Sunset Yoga Classes (integrating meditation, chakra yoga, asana specifics and pranayama)
- 8 Days/ 7 Nights at Floating Leaf Eco-Luxury Retreat
- Waterfalls & Temples Excursion
What’s Included:
- Art & Shopping Tour – visit local silversmiths, batik makers, woodcarvers and more.
- A Balinese Massage – https://development.balifloatingleaf.com/melati-spa/
- Welcome Dinner – a sumptuous feast with cocktails, and local musicians.
- Farewell Dinner – or last meal together with local gamelon musicians and joget dancers.
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily using organic ingredients as much as possible (please advise your group leader if you have any dietary requirements)
- Pick up and Drop off from the airport. Additional charge may apply after 9pm.
What’s Not included:
- Airfare or travel insurance
- Specialty or alcoholic drinks
Step 1
A $500 non- refundable deposit per person is required to reserve your retreat space.
- Double occupancy – US $2233/per person – includes taxes
- Single occupancy – US $3023/Individual – includes taxes
- Triple occupancy (with a child) – US $1384/child – includes taxes
Step 2
Final payment, non-refundable, is due by June 15, 2018. All retreat funds will be returned if cancellation is on the part of the retreat leader.
Payment by check to: Ashtanga Yoga Room, 2521 Jena St., 2nd floor, New Orleans, LA. 70115; please call 504-813-3738 to let us know the check in is in the mail.
Online Payment: CC payments will include a 2.9% service fee
ABOUT YOUR RETREAT LEADER
Melanie Fawer is a uniquely qualified, traditional Ashtanga yoga teacher. Her teaching emphasizes anatomical alignment for safety and longevity and her knowledge of bioenergetics and the chakra system allow for deeper emotional healing.
Certified in 2001, by the late Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, Melanie studied with Jois from the age of 25 in 1994, until his death in 2009. Through Jois and her time in India, her teaching is grounded in lineage (parampara), theory (svadhyaya) and practice (pratyaksha). Upon Jois’ death, Melanie gravitated towards Anodea Judith and her teachings of the chakra system combined with psychology, bioenergetics and trance. She is currently working towards Certification from Sacred Centers and holds a B.A. in Psychology from New York University.
Melanie’s studio is located in New Orleans, LA. which offers daily Mysore classes, meditation, annual retreats and Teacher Training courses. She lives with her husband, their eight-year-old son, her mother-in-law, their dog, two cats and a bird.
WHAT TO EXPECT WHILE IN BALI
Where You’ll be Staying
Far from the bustle and noise of southwest Bali, yet close enough for shopping and dining, Floating Leaf Eco-Luxury Retreat sits nicely among the rice fields of Bali’s Gianyar region.
The beauty, atmosphere and artwork of the property make it a perfect retreat for yoga, health, wellness and happiness. It’s open air design keeps guests comfortable while the many nooks provide for private reflection and meditation.
From the 2000sf open air yoga studio, the large healing pool, our 2 award -winning spas and luxurious rooms, not to mention the many peaceful lounge areas throughout the premises and 5-star staff, Floating Leaf was designed to give you unequaled comfort and an authentic connection to the people and culture of Bali.
Nutritious, Organic and Delicious
Naturopath, nutritionist and other professional specialists will provide delicious, nourishing meals, specially created for your nutritional benefit.
All gourmet meals are prepared on site, and cooking classes will help you prepare easy, nourishing meals once you return home. Floating Leaf has been heralded as one of the world’s healthiest destinations as we use the freshest, organic ingredients available and grow as much as we can in our on-site organic permaculture gardens.
The Intersection of Traditional and Modern
Each room is well appointed with modern luxury and convenience, yet maintains a peaceful Balinese feel. Enjoy spectacular views of the Indian Ocean, holy Mount Agung volcano and the surrounding rice fields. The spacious, well-appointed bedrooms at Floating Leaf provide luxurious comfort and a perfect home base in which to enjoy all the wonders of Bali
- Sweet Sleep beds with luxurious imported mattresses, pillows, sheets and towels
- En-suite bathroom with biodegradable organic toiletries
- Eco-efficient air-conditioning
- Private terrace with sweeping views
- Traditional batik robes and slippers
- In-room safe
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property
Eco Has Never Been So Luxurious
Floating Leaf is located in a traditional seaside village near some of the best surf on the planet and features…
- “The Sanctuary”- A 185 m² (2000 ft²) green yoga studio/classroom with dramatic ocean and volcano views
- Two Balinese Spas
- Deluxe Eco-Luxury accommodations
- The Ultimate Relaxation Pool with waterfalls and meditation areas
- Farm-to-Table Restaurant featuring organic locally grown gourmet spa cuisine
- Organic permaculture garden
- Award winning, deeply authentic cultural experiences
- 5-Star service and high quality organic amenities
The Joy Professionals
Quick to smile and easy to laugh, the Balinese are experts at living a life of joy and fulfillment. They live in the moment, neither regretting past events nor vexing on what has yet to happen.
Perhaps nowhere else on Earth lives a better example of truly living in a joyful state than in Bali. Life here is interwoven with spirituality, delight in daily rituals and appreciation for all surrounding them.
We live, work, play and grow in harmony with our local community, the people of Sukawati village. Their support and encouragement for Floating Leaf was a driving force in our development and we involve the community in deciding exactly which philanthropic efforts will be of most help and interest to them.
Floating Leaf Eco-Retreat believes in full transparency. The “++” that you will see for all hotels in Bali, and throughout Asia, refers to a government mandatory tax and service charge. Please be aware of this when comparing prices as some retreats will not disclose this information and can inflate this charge up to 40% in hidden costs.
Our policy is to be open and upfront and explain that the “++” at Floating Leaf is the minimum additional 21%. Your non-refundable non-transferable deposit secures your spot on this Bali retreat. Please be sure to read our complete terms and conditions. Thank you and we look forward to welcoming you to Bali and Floating Leaf Eco-Luxury Retreat.
OUR CANCELLATION POLICY:
Any cancellation will result in a minimum loss of $395 USD. Any cancellation made between: April 15th, 2018 and May 15th, 2018 will result in a loss of 50% of the trip price. Any cancellation made between: May 15th, 2018 and the trip departure will result in a total loss of funds. We reserve the right to cancel the trip if it is not meeting the trip minimum (if we do so your deposit is refunded in full).
I just returned from my amazing trip to Bali. I stayed at the floating leaf for 8 nights and it was truly an exceptional experience. The staff were so loving and attentive. The food was wonderful! I enjoyed my daily practice in such a picturesque place!
I brought a group of women here and from the moment we all walked in we were pampered! Some of the women were coming to Bali for the first time and Floating Leaf made their experience delightful and memorable, and I am excited to bring another group back!
BALI ASHTANGA! BALI ANANDA! BALI BLISS!
Get to the root of what makes us authentically happy and learn through the various components of yoga and meditation the life-long practice of becoming our best selves…by our own design.
