April 2007 - Balispirit Features Events in Bali
A warm greetings to all from near and far…
Goddess Saraswati
April 14 celebrates Saraswati day in Bali, a special day devoted to the Goddess of learning, science and literature. Saraswati rules the intellectual and creative realm, and is the patron saint of libraries and schools. For Balinese Hindus, she is celebrated as she succeeded in taming the wandering and lustful mind of her consort, Brahma, who was preoccupied with the goddess of material existence, Shatarupa. On this day no one is allowed to read or write, and offerings are made to the lontar (palm-leaf scripts), books and shrines.
Saraswati Day is celebrated every 210-days on Saniscara Umanis Wuku Watugunung and marks the start of the new year according to the Balinese Pawukon calendar. Ceremonies and prayers are held at the temples in family compounds, villages and businesses from morning to noon. Prayers are also held in school temples. Teachers and students abandon their uniforms for the day in place of bright and colourful ceremony gear, filling the island with colour! Children bring fruit and traditional cakes to school for offerings at the temple.
In accordance with Balinese Hindu belief, knowledge is an essential medium to achieve the goal of life as a human being. In line with this, the Art Of Living Foundation, is holding a special free event on Apri 14 – the Light of Peace Celebration. The Foundation is an organization committed to conscious holistic living and personal self-development. The one-day event will be hosted by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.
We wish you a learned and enlightened month of April, and look forward to seeing you in Bali soon!
ONGOING Events @ Balispirit, Ubud
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Retreats & Workshops that Might be of Interest:
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Art Of Living - Light of Peace Celebration
with Sri Sri ravi Shankar at Garuda Wisnu Kencana, Jimbaran
April 14th - 8:00 am
Light of Peace Celebration ART OF LIVING FOUNDATION
"Make the whole life a game. There is no purpose, there is no aim, nothing. Just take it lightly, easily. Play the game. That is worship, that is celebration."
-- Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
The Art of Living Foundation is hosting this special event.
For more information contact Yayasan Seni Kehidupan on +62 21 651 3123 or email
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Saturday April 21 - 10:00am to 6:00pm
US$60 with 10% discount for Bali Locals
SAHAJA is an experiential investigation of our ancestral origins and light-body futures. Utilizing sound, breath, spontaneous arising movement and Vedic archetypal energy patterns, we are made aware of the inherent vitality that lives within us on cellular and energetic levels. This workshop will explore among others the motifs of the cobra, Shiva-Tandava, Saraswati in relationship with the infinite.
We use Somatic Movement Meditation, inspired by the principles of Continuum Movement, providing an opportunity to dive inward and explore the "sacred union of the opposites" (Shiva-Shakti) in a deeply personal and experiential way. The union of Shiva-Shakti is not only an archetypal expression, it is a motif that runs through biology, evolution, embryo genesis, cosmology and more. This exploration brings our awareness to the fluid system that courses within each of us and the millions of years of primordial and Cosmic wisdom stored in our cells. Ateeka is a certified Integral Yoga instructor, teaching Yoga based in the core of consciousness and meditation through asana, pranayama and the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Through practices with Ateeka, students explore and discover their own organic, alive, divine essential nature expressed as Yoga.
For more information, please email or visit www.yogawithateeka.com |
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Saturday & Sunday April 28 - 29 - 10:00am to 6:00pm
US$60per day with 10% discount for Bali Locals
"You Cannot Be Free By Yourself" FDP
Tantra recalls the wisdom of ancient mystery schools who explored liberation through the "sacred union of the opposites." Nature is alive with this union... sun and moon, night and day, water and earth. SENSITVE BODYWORK TANTRA is one of many doorways available to us as humans to rediscover what has never been lost: innate joy, pleasure, wisdom, love and ultimately, freedom.
Utilizing sound, breath and the contact cradles inspired by TANTSU (Tantric Shiatsu) and Somatic Movement Meditation, we will open a connection to the source of vibrant health that exists in us all. The nurturing womb-like cradles and centering breath work harnessed in this workshop creates a safe environment to open to more intimacy, connection with others and the source of health.
Somatic movement meditation, inspired by Continuum Movement provides an opportunity to dive inward and explore the "union of the opposites" in a deeply personal and experiential way.
During the 2 days, you will explore both partner and individual practices that create the possibility to amplify your connection with natural intelligence and live life from an expansive, joyful perspective.
For more information, please email or visit www.yogawithateeka.com
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April 21 - 28
Awaken, Embrace & Celebrate the Surf Goddess in You!
Surf Goddess Retreats provides a unique surf and yoga vacation for women only where guests can take time to immerse themselves in an enchanting environment that revitalizes the body, mind & spirit. Our boutique surf retreat for women boasts small groups with individual attention from our personalized services and features daily yoga classes, decadent spa treatments, cultural day tours, private villa accommodation and delicious healthy organic meals prepared with love. There is loads of action and fun in our friendly, supportive surf classes, which will have you up riding your board on the first day! Enjoy a one-of-a-kind retreat where you will awaken the surf goddess on you on a transformational holiday filled with sun, surf, yoga & pampering.
Look and feel your best as you awaken, embrace & celebrate the Surf Goddess in You!
Tel: +62 813 3822 5588 HP / International booking phone/fax is: +65 6491 5097 or email or please visit www.surfgoddessretreats.com
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May 12 - 19
Connect deeply with your creativity at this unique seven-day workshop. Join Sarah Armstrong and Kathryn Riding as they support you to find freedom, spontaneity and confidence in your creative expression.
Daily yoga will bring a stillness and calm to help uncover the many stories held within you. Creative writing sessions will offer tools to write with freedom and ease. The improvisation classes are very gentle and absolutely suitable for those who've never experienced improvisation. Beginners and the unconfident will be made to feel very welcome in the writing classes and the yoga is suitable for all levels.
The facilitators include: Journalist, novelist and writing teacher Sarah Armstrong. Yoga, drama and voice teacher Kathryn Riding.
The main retreat fee of (AUD)$1470 includes all classes, twin share accommodation and all breakfasts.
For bookings or more information, including detailed biographies of Sarah & Kathryn visit www.sarah-armstrong.com or email or phone +61 2 66846897
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• May 23 - 29 - Ashtanga Yoga in Paradise with David Swenson
• June 5 - 11 - Joining Heaven and Earth: An Om Yoga & Meditation Retreat with Cyndi Lee
In recognition of Bali's powerful spirituality, COMO Hotels and Resorts have
developed two substantial COMO Shambhala retreats, designed for those seeking
greater health and mental quietude through yoga and related treatments. Both
properties feature Asain-inspired, holistic therapies, an open air yoga
pavilion for group and private practice, meditation bale, reflexology area,
steam, sauna, gym, treatment rooms and at COMO Shambhala Estate you have access
to several modalities of healing including an Ayurvedic Doctor, counseling
Psychologist, Nutritionist and Naturopathy.
For reservations or information on COMO Shambhala Estate Workshops &
Retreats, please call +62 361 978 888 or email.
For
past retreats at COMO Shambhala please see
here
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May 20 - June 17
A comprehensive Yoga Alliance 200 hour certified residential intensive encouraging forth your highest potential. Experience yourSelf free of false limitations. Empower yourSelf to assist others.
Drawing on our extensive yoga practice and training with dozens of modern masters, you dive deeply into a spectrum of today’s yogic styles, including Jivamukti, Astanga, Iyengar and more. Discover how you share yoga by learning what’s come before you. Join Daniel Aaron along with Edward Clark, David Williams, Patrick Oancia, Emil Wendel, Chris Kummer and more..
Click thru to the Vibrant Living Yoga Teacher Training Listing for more details and to book your retreat.
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Acting as producer & exporter to many overseas clients, our bali yoga clothing is manufactured in small cottage industry production houses, overseen by western designers and quality control staff.
We manufacture yoga clothing designs inspired by the most popular yoga styles in the international yoga market, but are also able to manufacture your private label designs, with minimum quantities per style. Our Bali Yoga Clothing is sold retail in our Ubud Yoga Boutique or wholesale in quantity for export. We also act as quality control & shipping agents for export orders from other producers on a per-client basis.
Check out our Balispirit line of active and leisure-wear:
• Yoga pants & tops for men and women
• T-shirts & wraps
• Light jackets
• Jewelry and other accessories
For more information: Tel. +62-361-970-992, email to request a catalog
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Dates are ongoing all year round
Balispirit has created an opportunity for you to work on your own Personal Yoga Practice in an environment truly conducive to inner exploration and personal growth. Through our individually organized Short Break Yoga Vacations you will have time to relax and unwind from your daily stresses back at home.
Click thru to our Short Break Yoga Retreat Webpage for price details and to book your retreat. |
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