Unwind in the company of like-minded women, fostering connections that go beyond the surface.
Step into a transformative journey where self-discovery meets creativity at our women's retreat.
Immerse yourself in the harmonious blend of art therapy, the spontaneity of group work, and rejuvenating yoga sessions (optional) designed to nurture your mind, body, and soul.
Our retreat is a sanctuary for self-reflection, self-exploration, and expression, where the canvas becomes a mirror to your innermost thoughts, the group work provides supportive poles, and the yoga mat (optional) is a sacred space for holistic healing.
What are the benefits of joining our Retreat?
Join us in this empowering experience, where the brushstrokes of self-discovery paint a vibrant tapestry of strength, resilience, and renewed vitality.
Embrace the synergy of art, community, and mindfulness as you embark on a journey towards healing, changing habits, balance, and empowerment.
Participation in all the group sessions is compulsory.
NO ART EXPERIENCE NEEDED!
Who is this for?
Who is this unique retreat for?
If you want to better understand yourself and your thought patterns. through thoughtful discussions, guided exercises, and introspective activities
If you're looking to discover why you are behaving in a certain way that doesn't serve you anymore.
If you want to change old habits .
If you're looking for a safe space to express your thoughts, feelings, and concerns without fear of judgment
Connect with yourself through the beauty of Balinese nature.
Learn more about yourself through methods other than talking.
Explore roles you play in your life that will help you make a real difference.
If you're keen to learn practical skills to navigate life's challenges more effectively.
Who is this unique retreat NOT for?
If you are not willing to get out of your comfort zone.
If you are unwilling to work diligently to let go of unhealthy behaviours.
if you're not willing to work in a group setting.
If you are unable to climb stairs.
EXPLORE
LOCATION
Bali Eco Stay is situated on the southern slopes of Mt Batukaru in the central Bali mountains, about 90-minute drive from Ubud and two and half hours from Denpasar airport.
ACCOMMODATION
During our retreat, you will be staying at Bali Eco Stay, an intimate boutique resort with 8 uniquely designed Balinese bungalows nestled over five acres of captivating Balinese Jungle and rice fields.
The resort is a fully isolated oasis of peace. You will bathe in the sounds of the waterfall as it flows outside of your rice water bungalow, take refuge in the rhythmic symphony of jungle insects, and feel the light breeze as it passes by and sways the coconut trees.
There are plenty of enchanting spaces where you can sneak away on your break, walk through the rice paddies and the fruit forest, sit by the waterfalls, or swim in the creek that winds through the property.
You will be sleeping in beautiful open Bali-style bungalows. All beds are fitted with mosquito nets. This a great opportunity to connect to nature on a whole different level.
Where do I fly into & how do I reach Bali Ecostay?
Denpasar International Airport.
To organise your pickup, please contact Ecostay directly, or you can find your own transportation. A one-way transfer by private car costs about $50.
Depending on flight arrival times, you might like to consider arriving on the day before (ie. on the 25th) at your own expense (if you want to stay at the resort, you need to check availability with us first)
There are plenty of good options in all price categories.
It takes about 2.5 hours from Denpasar Airport or 90 minutes from Ubud.
Check-in at Bali Eco Stay is from 2pm; the retreat starts around 4.30pm.
FOOD
The retreat is fully catered. You’ll be fed breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as an abundance of local fruits and morning and afternoon tea.
All meals are vegetarian and are prepared from organic vegetables grown in the property’s permaculture gardens. (Meat options are available at extra cost).
It’s some of the most exquisite food you’ll ever taste!
Inclusions
7 nights’ accommodation in a superior eco-resort
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner; afternoon & morning tea)
At least 27 hours of therapy sessions.
Yoga (optional)
1x Balinese massage
3-hour guided village and nature walk
Traditional Balinese Welcome & Blessing
Bonfire on the last day
Gift bag
What is not Included
Flight Tickets
Travel Insurance
Transport to and from the resort (however, the resort can arrange transportation for you at additional cost)
Any extra treatment
Extra food and drinks
SCHEDULE
Saturday 24.5
Sunday 25.5
Monday 26.6
14:00-16:30- Arrival & Registration
16:30-19:00 - Group welcome activity
19:00 - Dinner
7:00-7:30 - Chai
7:30-8:30 - Yoga (optional)
8:30-9:30 - breakfast
9:30-11:30 - Traditional Balinese Welcome & Blessing
11:30-13:00 - Group activity
13:00-14:00 - Lunch
14:00-16:00 - Free time
16:00-17:30 - Group activity
17:30-19:00 - Yoga (optional)
19:00 - Dinner
7:00-7:30 - Chai
7:30-8:30 - Yoga (optional)
8:30-9:30 - breakfast
9:30-12:30 - Group activity
12:30-13:20 - Lunch
13:30-15:30 - Free time
15:30-17:30 - Group activity
17:30-19:00 - Yoga (optional)
19:00 - Dinner
Thueday 27.5
Wedensday 28.5
Thursday 29.5
7:00-7:30 - Chai
7:30-8:30 - Yoga (optional)
8:30-9:30 - breakfast
9:30-12:30 - 3 hours guided
nature walk
12:30-13:20 -Lunch
13:30-15:30 - Free time
15:30-17:30 - Group activity
17:30-19:00 - Yoga (optional)
19:00 - Dinner
7:00-7:30 - Chai
7:30-8:30 - Yoga (optional)
8:30-9:30 - breakfast
9:30-12:30 - Group activity
12:30-13:20 - Lunch
13:30-15:30 - Free time
15:30-17:30 - Group activity
17:30-19:00 - Yoga (optional)
19:00 - Dinner
7:00-7:30 - Chai
7:30-8:30 - Yoga (optional)
8:30-9:30 - breakfast
9:30-12:30 - Group activity
12:30-13:20 - Lunch
13:30-15:30 - Free time
15:30-17:30 - Group activity
17:30-19:00 - Yoga (optional)
19:00 - Dinner
Friday 30.5
Saturday 31.5
7:00-7:30 - Chai
7:30-8:30 - Yoga (optional)
8:30-9:30 - breakfast
9:30-12:30 - Group activity
12:30-13:20 - Lunch
13:30-15:30 - Free time
15:30-17:30 - Group activity
17:30-19:00 - Yoga (optional)
19:00 - Dinner
19.30 - Bonfire
7:00-7:30 - Chai
7:30-8:30 - Yoga (optional)
8:30-9:30 - breakfast
9:30-11:00 - Goodbyes
11:00- Leaving the retreat
Your Facilitators
Noa Gross
Clinical Psychotherapist, Art Therapist, group work
(Psychodrama) practitioner and an NLP practitioner.
She works with children and adolescents, provides parental guidance, provides couples counselling, and works with people who are experiencing gender issues (Youth and adults), and people who have experienced various challenges, including anxiety, trauma, grief, and more.
Noa has gained practical experience working in private practice and schools since 1999, working with adults, families, and children of all ages and cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
Led anger management workshops and teachers' seminars to overcome behaviour issues in classes.
Furthermore, ran a private practice in which she facilitated session groups for kids, adolescents, and adults and had experience in the Mental Health sector.
As well, Noa runs experiential workshops WORLDWIDE that demonstrate how to use therapeutic projective cards.
A clinical Psychotherapist with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia PACFA A member of the Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand Psychodrama Association AANZPA AANZPA. A former member of the Psychotherapists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand PBANZ.
Amber Houbara
Amber has been practicing yoga and meditation
since 2011 and started teaching in 2016. She started hosting Soul, a Silent Retreat in 2022.
She hosts retreats, workshops, events, classes, and private sessions around the world and has supported hundreds of people in her offerings.
Amber participated in a number of Vipassana courses and serving, Teacher trainings/ courses/ workshops of asana /pranayama /philosophy with great teachers such as; Maty Ezraty, Matthew Sweeney, AG & Indra Mohan, Mark Robberds as well as a deep practice with many great teachers from Israel such as Shirley Caspi, Sharon Kanor, Nancy Gardush, Galia Kornfeld, Eden Gershon, and a Yin Yoga TT with Noga Weiss.
Amber is trained in Cranio-Sacral Therapy and Peter Hess Sound Massage, and therefore, you will experience some of this therapy throughout the retreat.
FAQ
DO I NEED TO ATTEND ALL THE ACTIVITIES?
You will need to attend all the group sessions so the group process will not be affected. The yoga sessions are optional, though, and we recommend doing them to gain more benefits from the retreat.
DO I NEED TO BE AN ARTIST?
NO!. Art therapy is a form of expressive therapy that uses the creative process of making art to improve a person’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
The creative process involved in expressing oneself artistically can help people resolve issues, develop and manage their behaviours and feelings, reduce stress, and improve self-esteem and awareness. Art therapy can achieve different things for different people. In the broad sense of the term, it can be used to massage one’s inner self in a way that may provide the individual with a deeper understanding of themselves.
DO I NEED TO HAVE A PREVIOUS ART EXPERIENCE?
WHAT STYLE OF GROUP WORK WE WILL USE?
We will use group activities, sociometry, and psychodrama.
WHAT YOGA STYLE WE WILL DO? (optional)
Amber will guide you through Hatha Yoga in the morning and Yin Yoga in the evening. During Yin Yoga sessions, Amber will walk around and give Cranio-Sacral Therapy and Sound Massage to all practitioners. As well as combine Guided Imagery, Yoga & Buddhist Philosophy and sound bath.
DO I NEED TO HAVE ANY EXPERIENCE IN YOGA OR MEDITATION? (optional)
No. You don’t need any experience with Asana / Meditation / Pranayama / Yin Yoga. Amber will guide you the whole time, and if you struggle, you can always approach Amber for support and help.
SPECIAL OFFERS AND DISCOUNTS
We have two offers for you:
1. Save $200 if you book solo by December 24, 2024.
2. Bring a friend and you’ll both save BIG!
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You save $300
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Your friend saves $150
🎁 Bonus for Early Birds: Be one of the first 3 participants to book and get $500 off the full price!
That is a discount of up to $800!
Note: Offers cannot be combined. Select the one that works best for you!
WHAT HAPPENS IF I HAVE A PROBLEM OR NEED TO ASK SOMETHING?
Noa will be there for you at all times to ask any questions (so you can talk to Noa). You will be able to approach Noa during break times, before or after a session.
WHAT IF I NEED A RIDE?
To organise your pickup- please contact Ecostay directly, or you can find your own transportation. One-way transfer by private car is about $50.
WHERE CAN I TRAVEL IN BALI ?
We collaborated with an amazing guide tour, offering great day tours at a good daily price. Contact us for details.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
REFUND POLICY
A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required to book your spot.
• Full payment for all bookings is required 3 months (26th of May 2024) prior to retreat start. Any bookings made thereafter must be paid in full.
• To participate in our international retreat, you will need to provide evidence of international travel insurance. This will also protect you in case of flight cancellations or any unforeseen events.
We understand that circumstances can change. In the unlikely event of another COVID-related lockdown, any monies paid will be transferred to a future retreat.
If you cancel 3 months out from the retreat (before the 24th of February 2025), we will refund your fee minus the $500 deposit.
All cancellations between 1-3 months (26th of May -26th of August) will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel one month out from the retreat, we cannot provide any refunds.
However, if you can find a replacement to fill your spot, we are happy to transfer all fees paid to the new participant.
Likewise, if we can find someone to fill your place, we will issue a refund minus a $200 administrative fee.