10 day yoga and meditation retreat
with Paul Wooden
opening heart mind and life
Aug 24th- Sept 3rd 2009

 

*please note this retreat will not be held at Hepburn Retreat Centre - for more details or to book or email gertrudestreetyoga@gmail.com

The Balinese culture is steeped in mythology, a sense of the divine and a deep honouring of the earth and all of life. The ancient traditions of Bali pulse through every aspect of daily life, which is lived with a profound respect for history, ancestors and elders, community, family and especially children. The island of Bali is predominantly Hindu, making it unique in Indonesia . The Hinduism of Bali is gentle and joyful and a natural part of the rhythm of each day.
As we sink in to the warm moist enchantment of Bali something deep within us will be moved and enriched. Our daily yoga practice will lead us to inquire into our heart, mind and life, to connect more intimately with the wisdom and grace within us. We invite you to allow the experience of an intense yoga practice amidst the spiritual and magical atmosphere of Bali to lift you from the mundane and bring a joyful appreciation and gratitude into the daily round.

The retreat

We will start each day with pranayama (breathing) and meditation and followed by a enlivening yoga session. After a communal breakfast there will be a meditation and yoga nidra session and then lunch.Our afternoons will be free to explore the village, walk, swim, have a massage or body treatment or simply sink into the richness of Bali. In the later part of the day there will be a more restorative session of yoga, pranayama and a sunset meditation.
There will be some informal evening talks and shared inquiry into philosophy and life.
Dinner is not provided but the cafes and restaurants in Ubud offer some of the best food you will ever eat so explore and enjoy. All dietary needs are catered for in Ubud. The café at Melati is also open in the evening.

The Daily Rhythm

6.30am Pranayama and Meditation
7.15am Yoga Asana
9.15am Breakfast
10.30am Meditation and Yoga Nidra
12.00pm Lunch
FreeTime
4.00pm Yoga, Pranayama and Meditation
6.00pm Dinner

About Paul Wooden

Paul has been practising and studying yoga and meditation for 25 years and has been teaching for 18 years. He draws from his experience in many different styles and traditions in particular teachings from the tantric, non-dual and classical yoga traditions. He highlights the underlying principles of different methods and approaches, encouraging all techniques to serve the deeper purpose of yoga as a spiritual practice. This involves a cohesive and integrated practice of asana, pranayama, kriya, relaxation and meditation.

Accommodation

Just west of Ubud over the sacred Campuhan river is the artists’village of Penestanan.
Nestled in a secluded part of the village, surrounded by lush tropical gardens and rice terraces, Melati Cottages offer serenity with a Balinese village atmosphere. It is a short walk to Ubud (or $2 taxi ride) from Melati.
All of the rooms are beautifully appointed with their own bathroom and balcony. Rooms are serviced daily. There is an open dining area where we will eat breakfast and lunch each day. The food will be presented as a delicious vegetarian buffet.
If you have specific dietary needs please let us know on registration.
Other facilities include:swimming pool, In house massage; Room service; if required Laundry service;Taxi service.
The “wantilan” where we will be practicing our yoga is on site. It is a traditionally designed beautiful Balinese meditation hall and is a short walk through the rice paddies.

How much does it cost?

$1650 land costs only
(flights are available from Melbourne to Denpasar from $850 return if booked early)
Price includes:
Luxury accommodation
All yoga tuition
Delicious vegetarian buffet breakfast & lunch
Airport transfers
Registration is essential. Please register as soon as possible.
Places are limited to 20 so don't delay!

To register

Contact Gertrude Street Yoga Studio on (03) 9417 7266
or email us at gertrudestreetyoga@gmail.com
a $250 deposit will secure your place.
Please make cheques payable to Gertrude Street Yoga Studio.
Please book early as space is limited - also the earlier you book the cheaper the flights are.