5 Day Kundalini Rising Retreat - Journey to Inner Power in Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
Kundalini Yoga Retreat Bali
Welcome to Kundalini Rising, a journey to inner power for beginners! Did you know that within you lies a powerful reservoir of energy known as Kundalini Shakti? This energy is key for spiritual liberation, as it rises through your spine, illuminating the path towards awakening. All spiritual journeys, no matter how diverse, converge at the same destination—your inner self. It’s a place that has always existed within you, just waiting to be activated. With the right guidance, support, and inspiration, you can forge a connection that endures, forever enriching your life.
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Highlights
- 6-8 hours of teachings and practices per day including:
- Guided and personal meditation practices
- Daily pranayama classes
- Hatha yoga asana and pranayama practice
- Inspiring lectures and Q&A from a wide variety of the world’s mystical and contemplative traditions
- 3 delicious and nourishing plant-based and protein-rich meals per day
- 4 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Styles
Ngurah Rai International Airport (US$ 35 per person)
Accommodation
Facilities
- Shopping
- Steam room
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Café
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Lounge
- Luggage room / storage
- Multilingual staff
- Restaurant
- Smoke-free property
- Special menu request
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga shala
- Bicycle rental
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Library
- Parking lot
- Wireless internet
Standard room
- Option 1: onsite private cottage with air conditioning, bathroom, and kitchenette.
- Option 2: offsite (2-5 min walking distance) in a neighboring hotel room with a queen bed, air conditioning, and private bathroom.
Comfort room
Option 1: private master bedroom in our villa with en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, full kitchen, living room, and pool.
Option 2: offsite (2-5 min walking distance) in a neighboring hotel room with a queen bed, air conditioning, and private bathroom.
Accommodation will be arranged at Samyama according to availability, within walking distance from the yoga hall. There are options for different budgets to make the retreat accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Offsite accommodation will be offered if our onsite rooms are no longer available.
Program
Certifications
The course/hours count as Continuing Education hours for Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT®) only.
- An experiential retreat that aims to help you deepen your self-practice, give you a strong understanding of the metaphysics of yoga/meditation, and provide you with the skills to go deeper on your own
- This retreat is designed to be deeply experiential. The theory is minimal, just enough to support you in receiving the full benefit of the practices.
- Practices from the Vijnana Bhairava Tantra – one of the central texts of Kashmiri Shaivism
- Learn empowering practices designed to activate strong energy without overwhelming the nervous system.
- Practice an array of yoga poses and breathing exercises, which may contain bandha, mudra, and mantra practices for harnessing and transforming energy.
- Discover your innate ability to shape your state of being.
- Gain tools that help to liberate you from compulsive thoughts and actions.
- Cultivate meaningful and lasting relationships with your peers and instructors.
- Get a taste of classical tantra; rituals, yantra, and mantra initiations.
Kundalini Rising is an experiential retreat that aims to help you deepen your self-practice, give you a strong understanding of the metaphysics of yoga/meditation, and provide you with the skills to go deeper on your own.
Practice components
- Yoga asana, pranayama, mudra, bandha
- Practices from the Vijnana Bhairava Tantra – one of the central texts of *Kashmiri Shaivism
- Personal mantra sadhana from classical tantra
- Movement and bhakti forms of meditation
- Yantra initiations
- Yoga nidra
Theory components
- Philosophical introduction to classical tantra
- Concepts of energy
- The gunas and vayus
- Concept of prana and pranayama
- Concept of sound and mantra
- The nervous system and how to avoid kundalini aggravations
Daily schedule:
This is a sample schedule and is subject to change.
- 07:30 - 12:30 Morning practice: The day begins with meditation and a kundalini yoga practice followed by a short break for breakfast. After breakfast will be a lecture offering context for the different techniques and philosophies being taught. The lecture is followed by meditation/concentration techniques and then lunch.
- 12:30 - 15:00 Lunch and rest: Enjoy time for rest and quiet reflection.
- 15:00 - 18:00 / 18:30 Afternoon practice: The afternoon will follow a similar schedule of practice, meditation, and movement and conclude with yoga Nidra. You will have an opportunity to ask questions during the Q&A slots.
Instructors
Dijan Albayrak
Dijan (E-RYT 500) is a seasoned practitioner of yoga and dance, blending her expertise into a unique synthesis of yoga therapy, exploration of the divine feminine, and creative movement. As a full-time empowerment coach, meditation teacher and yoga therapist, Dijan finds immense joy, and pride, in sharing the teachings that have guided her own journey. Her approach is to offer transformative tools for opening up to life's abundance, empowering individuals to serve themselves and others with authenticity and compassion.
Andrea Sabatini
Andrea (E-RYT 500) is a dedicated yoga teacher whose journey began with Iyengar yoga practice under a master in Italy, leading him to delve deeper into the philosophical questions surrounding yoga and specialize in Hatha yoga. His teaching philosophy centers on helping students reconnect with their true selves, believing that each person holds an intrinsic understanding of what is best for them. His classes are a sanctuary for personal growth, where students are encouraged to remember and embrace their wholeness amidst life's trials.
Devlin Goldberg
Devlin (E-RYT 500) intertwines her passions as a musician, artist, teacher, and freediver, alongside her journey as a lifelong learner. Introduced to meditation by Thich Nhat Hanh at 12, she embarked on a path of self-discovery. In 2018, she embraced yoga and healing arts full-time after extensive training across Thailand, Mexico, and France. Specializing in tantric hatha yoga with a focus on subtle energy and kundalini, she draws inspiration from Ramana Maharshi and her mentor, Sahajananda. Devlin also practices sacred feminine arts and leads devotional circles.
Location
Samyama Mindfulness Meditation Center is situated in a unique location that is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood surrounded by jungle and rice fields in a tropical paradise. It is only a five-minute drive to town but you will feel far away from the hustle and bustle. Samyama is located south of central Ubud, in the Banjar of Kumbuh, Mas. Their neighbors include local warungs or cafes, other resorts and villas, a fabulous health club, one of the best restaurants in Ubud, and more, all within walking distance. It is a one-hour drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS).
Food
All meals will be provided by Samyama Eatery. Healthy vegan dishes are prepared with fresh, local ingredients, and superfoods. Their restaurant will share their love of healthy eating and living throughout the retreat, supporting your practice in a pleasant and tasty way. During the retreat, they want you to feel good and at ease so you don’t have to think about meal planning.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
Things to do (optional)
Things to do in the area:
- Temple sightseeing
- Waterfall explorations
- Rice field walks
What's included
- 6-8 hours of teachings and practices per day including:
- Guided and personal meditation practices
- Daily pranayama classes
- Hatha yoga asana and pranayama practice
- Inspiring lectures and Q&A from a wide variety of the world’s mystical and contemplative traditions
- 3 delicious and nourishing plant-based and protein-rich meals per day
- Support of the lead teacher, and staff
- Yoga Alliance accredited YACEP certificate
- Filtered water (bring your own reusable water bottle)
- Pre and post-retreat support via WhatsApp
What's not included
- Air ticket
- Visa
- Airport transfer
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Ngurah Rai International Airport
26 km
Transfer not provided
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 14 days before arrival.
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