“Yoga and the Art of Seeing” for 7 days and 6 nights
General Information
Join Jennifer Prugh at Kumara, a retreat center just outside of the town of Ubud, the artistic center of the Indonesian island of Bali. You will experience Bali’s panoramic views, its rice paddies, villages, arts and crafts, ancient temples and be surrounded by beautiful mountains. Once a Prince’s palace, the Kumara retreat center is located in the hills just 1.5 kilometers from the heart of Ubud, where famous artists and writers from the world over have found peace and serenity.
We will be utilizing our yoga practice and the craft of photography as a medium in which to perceive the world in new ways. No photographic experience is necessary and yoga is open to all levels of practice.
THE YOGA
Our yoga practice will include asana, pranayama and meditation. The morning class will be a vinyasa class while the evening will conclude with gentle yoga. The classes will be accessible to everyone - beginner or seasoned practitioner.
Excursions
Excursions will include a purification ceremony at Tirta empul, Bali’s most sacred water ceremony which is performed at night. It is an experience that everyone enjoys and remembers. A Balinese priest will carry the prayers, offerings and sarongs for the prayers and a cotton sarong for the purification, ginger tea and snack will follow the ceremony.
One morning we will witness the sunrise at the Volcano in Kintamani. We will hold our yoga session on the mountain and also eat breakfast. We can return by car or by bicycle, a beautiful way to see the Balinese countryside. During the descent, we will stop at a traditional village to witness the way of life in the mountains of Bali.
We will also experience the beauty of Lembongan Island, just off the coast of Bali. After arriving to the island by motor boat, we will spend the day relaxing on the white sand beaches or snorkeling in the crystal blue water. Our souls will be nourished by the magic of this wondrous bit of paradise.
ONEWORLD retreats at Kumara
ACCOMMODATIONS
The ten bedroom holistic Retreat is located 1.5 km from the heart of Ubud in Bali. Bordered to the west by a small creek the eco-friendly retreat is surrounded by jungle and rice fields. The resort offers 2 swimming pools, dining room, Spa and a splendid yoga pavilion facing the jungle!
ROOMS
Each room is air conditioned, has its own terrace with garden
mini-bar, bathtub and shower. Comfortable yet unpretentious.
For our guests' ultimate serenity, children under 14 are not permitted
at the retreat.
MEALS
Meals are served at the retreat. Healthy, organic vegetarian meals are provided, which are prepared by our well trained chefs. All dietary requirements are catered for.
SPA TREATMENTS
Part of your ‘Yoga and the Art of Seeing retreat” is enjoying the luxury of our skilled therapist’s treatments.
Inclusive in your journey is a Spa Mandi Treatment; other treatments are available on site, you may wish to view our spa menu.
Sample Daily Schedule
6:00-7:15am Strong Yoga Practice
7:15-8:30am All Levels Yoga Practice
8:30-9:30am Breakfast
9:30-6:30pm Daily Excursion
6:30-7:30pm Dinner
Schedule will vary to accommodate excursions.