Bali Retreat with Andrea Marcum

Join Andrea Marcum, owner of U Studio in Los Angeles, in the hills of Ubud Bali. We stay at the incredible boutique retreat site Kumara Sakti, surrounded by rice fields and lush jungle. In addition to Andrea's strong, mindful yoga practices, we immerse ourselves in the rich culture of Bali. Use your yoga mat as a magic carpet to see the world--this is a trip you will never forget!

Retreat Inclusion

• Airport transfer to and from the resort
• 7 nights of comfortable accommodations
• 2 Hour morning yoga practice daily and some afternoons
• A Spa Mandi Treatment
• Most meals
• Guided walk through rice fields and special organic lunch
• Kecak Dance on the dramatic cliffs of Uluwatu
• Fish Feast right on the beach in Jimbaron Bay
• Purification Ceremony at Tirta Empul
• Sunrise Yoga at Mt Batur Volcano
• Bike Ride from Kintamanu to Ubud
• Free shuttle from retreat site to Ubud center
• Tax and service

The Price
The price is inclusive of everything described above
The tuition fee is calculated in Indonesian Rupiah
Use the following exchange converter for today's accurate rates.

CURRENCY CONVERTER

Currency	Single	Twin/per person
Indonesian Rupiah (fixed rate)	Rp 21.343.500	Rp 16.693.500
US$	$2,295	$1,795

“Bali retreat with Andrea Marcum” for 8 days and 7 nights

The Yoga Style
Andrea Marcum, owner of U Studio in Los Angeles is a warm, witty and strong yogini emphasizing alignment in her vinyasa flow classes. Andrea teaches a strong vinyasa flow class. Each movement is linked with the breath. She takes time to teach something new in every class and she is known for her focus on building core strength. Andrea is a delightful teacher and in a moments time you will feel like old friends in her company. Open to all levels.

Testimonials Bali retreat 2009

I expected it to be the experience of a lifetime and it still exceeded my expectations. The place, the people, everything was so amazing. And Andrea’s yoga was the beautiful core that held it together.
Carla Stoelting, USA.

Being here with Andrea Marcum was the biggest treat. Everyone enjoyed the intensity and also space to relax….. All and all an experience I will treasure for a lifetime.
Julie Pilat, USA.

The quality of yoga instruction was exceptional. And while Andrea is obviously an advanced instructor and practitioner, she makes the beginning yoga student feel welcomed, encouraged, and challenged.
Shirley Mason, USA.

This yoga retreat totally delivered! We got to have a fabulous vacation and do yoga every day. What more could you ask for!
Gina Viola, USA.

A complete adventure touching every aspect of your heart, body & soul and ending in pure bliss.
Julie, USA

Simply amazing - life experience that exceeded all expectations.
Brian, USA

Andrea's classes are always delightful surprise. This trip took it to a whole new levels of mastery, intensity - and most important - fun. All set against the back drop of the jungle yoga studio & sights, smells & sounds that make Bali a culturally enriching place to visit.
Phillipe & Scott, USA

A beautiful place for a beautiful practice.
Stephanie, USA

The best experience I've ever had. They are no words to describe all. The different activities, yoga practices, and cultural events, It was all a beautiful dream that I will held very close to my heart.
Fernanda, USA

 

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ONEWORLD retreats at Kumara

ACCOMMODATIONS

   

The ten bedrooms 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 centre 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 and shower. Comfortable yet unpretentious.
For our guests' ultimate serenity, children under 14 are not permitted at the retreat.

MEALS

   

Most meals are served at the retreat. You have the choice of vegetarian or protein meals.

SPA TREATMENTS

   

Part of "Bali retreat with Andrea Marcum" is enjoying the luxury of our skilled therapist's treatments.

Inclusive in your journey is a Spa Mandi Treatment, other treatments are available onsite, you may wish to view our spa menu.

SPA MANDI TREATMENT - This 17th century Javanese royal treatment will make you feel on top of the world! Mandi lulur is the luxurious pre-wedding ritual of Indonesian women. This treatment moisturizes and restores the natural PH balance of your skin. It begins with a traditional body massage, followed by a body scrub to exfoliate dead cells using a mixture of turmeric, sandalwood and rice powder. Then, yoghurt is applied to refresh and open the pores of your skin. The treatment ends with a fragrant blossom bath.

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PROGRAM ITINERARY

Day 1 - Saturday June 25

Transfer to ONEWORLD retreats at Kumara, Ubud
From the airport or anywhere in South Bali

Welcome Drink, Meet and Greet, Relax, Swim, enjoy!

18:30: Welcome and Introductions

Dinner

   

 

Day 2 - Sunday June 26

7:30 Light breakfast

8:30 Yoga program - 2 hours

   

11:00 Substantial Breakfast

Lecture - The rituals of Bali

Free afternoon: Explore Ubud

Free evening

 

Day 3 - Monday June 27

7:30 Light breakfast

8:30 Yoga program - 2 hours

11:00 Substantial Breakfast

15:00 Visit to Tirta Empul

   

Before dinner, we will be taking you to Tirta Empul, Bali's most sacred spring pools for a purification ritual. This mystical place is visited by Balinese from all over the island, a local mangku (priest) will carry out the prayers.

Dinner

 

Day 4 - Tuesday June 28

7:30 Light breakfast

8:30 Yoga program - 2 hours

11:00 Substantial Breakfast

Free afternoon and evening

 

Day 5 - Wednesday June 29

7:30 Light breakfast

8:30 Yoga program - 2 hours

Morning activity - Walking the rice fields of Bali

   

Organic lunch surrounded by rice fields

Free evening

 

Day 6 - Thursday June 30

05:00 - Departure for Gunung Batur - One of Bali's most spectacular volcano
Driving time +/- 45 minutes

   

06:00 - Meditation and yoga program
With a splendid view of the sunrise behind the Volcano Batur

08:00 - Breakfast and end of silence

Return to Ubud

Optional cycling experience
22 km of downhill & 700m of uphill bicycle tour discovering a different Bali!

     

Lunch

18:00 Restorative Yoga - 1 hour

Free evening

 

Day 7 - Friday July 1

7:30 Light breakfast

8:30 Yoga program - 2 hours

11:00 Substantial Breakfast

   

15:00 South Bali Trip

In the afternoon we will leave for Uluwatu, Bali’s most southern point where the 100 meters cliffs are quite impressive, on the tip of one of these cliffs stand a temple.

Uluwatu also offers nightly Kecak performance where 80 topless men surround a fire and a Ramayana dance while the sun is setting behind the dancers.

One cannot come to Bali without experiencing the seafood of Jimbaran bay where after choosing our fresh fish, clams, giant shrimps, etc. we simply enjoy the feast both feet in the sandy beach!

This journey will end at app. 21:30 at night.

 

Day 8 - Saturday July 2

7:30 Light Breakfast

8:15 Yoga program - 1 hour and 15 minutes

10:00 Farewell Brunch

12:00 Check out of your rooms

Transfer to your next destination

End of journey

   

Participants privillege
Extra night prices prior or after the retreat

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