The 66^th Year of Indonesian Independence

Date: August 17^th, 2011

Independent since 1945, each year Indonesia celebrates the end of its struggle for freedom from the Dutch on August 17th

Indonesia attained independence from Holland in a long struggle during the 1940's. When the Japanese invaded Indonesia in February 1942 the Dutch were forced to flee, or be captured. After the war was over Indonesia made it Declaration of Independence on August 17th 1945, with Sukarno as the first President. The Dutch had other idea though and returned in March 1946. They fought in many famous skirmishes with the Balinese, including the massacre of Balinese hero Gusti Ngurah Rai, and managed to take back control of Bali. Nations around the world were not sympathetic to the Dutch position and in 1949 they withdrew to allow the formation of The Republic of Indonesia in 1950.

Throughout Bali, all the 'official' businesses & government institutions are closed and there are plenty of red and white flags to wave. Join in on the fun on August 17th 2011

School of Sacred Arts Teacher Training

@ The Yoga Barn - Sunday October 9 – Sunday November 6, 2011

We are very excited to announce the next School of Sacred Arts Teacher Training for 2011 and 2012 featuring a number of talented teachers from The Yoga Barn.

The 200-hour Yoga Alliance accredited training will be facilitated by SOSA co-founders Simone MacKay and Troy McFadden. The respected SOSA team members will cover everything from Yoga philosophy and history, anatomy, physiology and kinesiology, how to teach a Vinyasa Flow class, Ayurveda, Tantra, Yin Yoga, how to work with injuries, and make mindful adjustments. Also joining will be a number of passionate teachers, sharing their gifts of kirtan, pujas and dance meditations.

For more information, please visit: www.schoolofsacredarts.net

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Zen Meditation Retreat with Glenn Wallis Roshi, Sanur

Date: September 18 – 22, 2011

Here at Power of Now Oasis we feel very lucky to be able to offer you this unique opportunity to come and study Zen, an ancient, simple and direct practice in an intimate setting with Glenn Wallis Roshi.

Retreat Includes Daily:

• Guided Zazen Meditation
• Open Q & A Sessions
• A Private "Dokusan" Consultation with Glenn
• Zen Tea Ceremonies
• "Teisho" Zen Philosophy Presentation

COST: $650 for all 5 days

We will have a limit of 15 students in this retreat to maximize the quality of the experience for each student, so if you are interested please reserve a spot! Contact us ASAP if you need any assistance booking accommodation in Sanur.

Phone: +62 87861869221
Email : info@powerofnowoasis.com
Website: www.powerofnowoasis.com

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Vibrant Living Yoga Teacher Training with International Faculty, Ubud – Bali

Level I, 300 hour Courses

• Sept 25^th - Oct 23^rd, 2011
• May 20^th – June 17^th, 2012
• Oct 14^th – Nov 11^th, 2012

Level II Modules towards 500 hours

• Oct 28^th - Nov 11^th, 2011
• Nov 16^th – 30^th, 2012

Join us in the tropics of Bali, where the world's leading teachers in Ashtanga, Iyengar, Jivamukti, Bhakti and more combine ancient wisdom in a contemporary context. Breathe, sweat and transform with , Nicki Doane, Simon Borg-Olivier, Edward Clark, David Stringer, Elaina Love and many more.

These Yoga Alliance certification courses present a phenomenal comprehensive curriculum from challenging asana to enlightening philosophy, uplifting kirtan to organic, raw foods.

The Level I courses are open to all levels whether new, beginning to learn the benefits or already teaching. The Level II is a unique opportunity to dive much deeper in an intimate program designed for the intermediate practitioner.

Click here to see our video trailer and more info.

For more info, click here

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Radiantly Alive's Raw Chef Certification Course featuring Lucy Aujeská, Ubud

Date: Sept 25 – Oct 23, 2011

Calling all raw food enthusiasts! Radiantly Alive has created an incredible, one-of-a-kind Raw Chef Certification Course in Bali. Dive into four weeks of training, up close and personal, with Raw Food Chef and Instructor, Lucy Aujeská whose enthusiasm, knowledge and skills has launched her as an international raw chef and instructor.

The Raw Chef training runs in parallel and support of Radiantly Alive's Vibrant Living Yoga Teacher Training. Your education combines the best of all elements – Lucy's expertise and training, the practical and rewarding experience of preparing food for yogis, the opportunity to participate in portions of the yoga training, a dynamic and enthusiastic educational staff guiding the apprentices, plentiful and incredible all-organic local fruits, vegetables and superfoods (coconuts, cacao, cashews and more) - and all set in the beauty of spiritual Bali.

You'll prepare delicious, gourmet breakfasts, breads, desserts, entrees, wraps, dressings, dehydrates, chocolates, elixirs, soups and more. Curriculum, field trips and program details are on our site.

http://radiantlyalive.com/rawfood-training.php or rawchef@radiantlyalive.com.

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High Vibe Yoga Immersion with Emily Kuser, Bex Tyler, Ashley Stewart, Canggu Beach - Bali

Date: September 26 – October 02, 2011

This is a can't miss 7 day High Vibe Yoga Immersion! Deepen your yoga practice with two of Ubud Bali's most experienced and well traveled yoga teachers. Indulge in the island's most delicious raw and vegetarian food as one of Bali's most loved and experienced raw food chefs guides you through 3 hands-on food demos as well as prepares delicious meals for you daily. With 14 yoga classes, 3 raw food demos (learn to prepare raw chocolate from the local Cacao beans!), meditations on the beach and a surprise tour, our High Vibe Yoga Immersion will be a very special experience for everyone.

Price: $900 US

Includes: Private accommodation at balivillaserenity.com, swimming pool, 3 delicious meals a day, 14 yoga classes, 3 raw food lessons, tour transportation & free wifi.

Contact: emilykuser@gmail.com, Website: Yogagroove.wordpress.com

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The 5th Annual BaliSpirit Festival Early Bird Tickets and Accommodation Packages are now ONSALE!

The mission of the Annual BaliSpirit Festival, slated for March 28 – April 1, 2012, is to inspire individuals to create positive change in the world with a focus on giving back to Bali. The BaliSpirit Festival champions the collaborative power of yoga, dance and music to strengthen the ecological health & vitality of the island while maintaining the vibrancy of the Balinese people and their unique culture. Over the past four years, international yoga teachers have offered Karma Yoga programs throughout Indonesia, helping to raise over $55,000 for orphanages, clinics such as Bumi Sehat, and the Festival's own HIV/AIDS awareness program "Ayo Kits Bicara HIV/AIDS" and more. Some of this year's confirmed teachers include: Danny Paradise, Mark Whitwell, Vinn Marti, Twee Merrigan, Les Leventhal with more to come!

In addition, most of the musicians joining the line-up donate their time and resources to participate in the Festival. For example, in the spring of 2009, peace troubadour & internationally renowned musician Michael Franti gave a benefit concert in conjunction with BaliSpirit, raising over $17,000 for Bumi Sehat. In 2012 The BaliSpirit Festival will host its second annual FREE "HIV/AIDS awareness" concert for Balinese with visiting musicians as well.

For 2012, festival goers will be able to participate in greening Bali, as The Festival has teamed with the Environmental Bamboo Foundation to reforest the northern slopes Mount Agung, East Bali's most sacred Peak and home to the island's Mother Temple, Besakih, using the fastest-growing canopy on earth: Bamboo. Each Full Festival Pass holder will receive a Bamboo shoot as part of this project, helping to reforest one of Bali's poorest and arid regions.

join us on & Buy your tickets now!