Bali Yoga and Spa Retreat
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An adventure in rejuvenation!
Feb 26 - Mar 11, 2026
Daily Yoga Classes
Daily* Thai Yoga Massage Therapy
Yoga & Ayurveda Workshops
Waterfall & Jungle Hikes, Volcanoes,
Snorkeling, Scuba Diving,* Secret Beaches,
Ancient Monkey Forest, Jungle Elephant Reserve, Sound Healing Pyramids, Balinese Dance & Cultural Events, World Famous Green School, Art Markets and Much More!
DAILY!
Acu-Thai
Ayurvedic Yoga Massage
Perhaps you have heard of Thai Yoga Massage or experienced its amazing benefits. Well, multiply that x 10 and you start to get an idea of what Acu-Thai can do for you. It's a bit much to go into on this page, but you can learn much more about Acu-Thai HERE. But the most important thing to know in regards to this retreat is that you can receive this amazing therapy nearly every day of the retreat! (In our home studio the usual price of this massage is $119 per session.)
Acu-Postures
(AKA Meridian Yoga)
Due to our knowledge and skills in Acu-Thai, you will find our instruction in how to apply acupressure to tight areas during our daily yoga practice will enable your body to open in those stubborn areas that years of typical yoga classes could never effect. Furthermore, our teachers are able to do posture adjustments on another level as well, due to their Acu-Thai yoga massage skills.
On & Off the Grid!
We know many amazing places that other travelers in Bali would never even dream they'd find!
"Balinese Style," if you know what it is then you probably already know the type of place you would like to stay; and where you stay can play a big part in your overall experience of Bali, especially if price is -or is not- an issue. For example, after the cost of a long flight to Bali, some people may need a very cheap place to stay ~ while others may want to take the opportunity to spend a degree more and stay in an extra-magical place, the likes of which would never even be possible for them back home. But not just due to how much more would cost back home, but because there is just nothing like Bali. From architectural style to extremely verdant landscapes, even an Ubud Hostel beats your best Best Western Hotel.
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We allow our guests to choose from our own awesome guesthouse options
OR find other lodging in the area that better fits their budget and/or their dreams. We only ask that you make sure you choose something near the Lotus Yoga Shala (our training and retreat campus). But, in either case, we are here to help. We know the area very well. Click Here to see all of our Bali guesthouse options.
Foodies Paradise
It may sound exaggerated, but so many of the restaurants in Ubud seem like holy places, too good to just eat there; nor do we. We love to hang out for as long as we can to soak in the atmosphere and Balinese hospitality, which is second to none! Previously, meals were covered on our tours, but in Bali it just doesn't make sense. There are so many places you can go and the budget range is just as vast; although for most westerners the prices you find most anywhere will still seem pretty good. Expect to pay as low as $3 for a good meal on the low end, but if you pay $12 for a meal its probably going to be amazing! Furthermore, many of our lodging suggestions offer free breakfast.
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Flight Info
You will have to get your own flight, but a recent check on cheap0air.com (which also offers financing for flight purchases) is currently turning up flights for less than $1400 ~round trip~ from Cincinnati, USA - and much less than that from larger airports like O'hare, Detroit, JFK & Dulles.
Passport
If you don't have a passport you will want to start working on that pretty soon as it can take 4 to 6 weeks; and even longer if there are any glitches in the process.
VISA On Arrival
From the USA, as well as a long list of other countries [Check the list here], you do not need a pre-ordered VISA to enter Bali, and should opt for the V.O.A. instead. Currently the VOA only costs $30 and the process is super simple: Exit the airplane, follow the crowd to the VOA line, pay the fee, pass thru immigration and collect your luggage.
Currency Exchange
As you head toward the exit of the airport you will pass by several money exchange services. They all pretty much give you the same rate, but only exchange about $100. Once you arrive in Ubud, we can show you many nearby places where you can exchange more, whenever needed, at a much better rate than the exchange services at the airport.
Free Airport Pick Up
We have our own trusted drivers. They will be waiting for you as you exit the airport and holding up a sign with your name. When they drop you off at your room they will not ask you for payment nor a tip. (However, 50k would be a good amount to tip and we encourage you to do so.)
Tipping
is not a part of Balinese culture and you will rarely to never be asked for a tip. Nevertheless, we still encourage giving them, but to do so intelligently. For example, almost anytime someone tips 100k (about $6.25) or more it is quite unheard of among anyone who has spent any time in Bali, and so you run the risk of appearing very gullible and easy to be taken advantage of. Taxi Tipping: Although most people usually tip 50k - 100k IDR for the 90 min ride from the airport to Ubud. 50k (about $3.12) is actually considered a pretty good tip; esp when you consider the whole trip is just 350k to 400k.
Yoga & Scuba Option
This event is completely optional! However, you may decide to come along for the beautiful journey to the ocean (as Ubud is typically 90 minutes from any beach) but not dive nor snorkel (although most people that don't dive usually go for snorkeling). In this case, you won't need to bring any extra money either. However, if you do want to dive (and are not already certified) you will need to pay for the scuba training; which includes taking 2 "real dives" after you have been deemed "ready" to do so / after the training. However, every now and then someone decides not to dive when it's "go time." But usually when that happens the individual is not charged (or is given a refund) for the dive training and offered the snorkeling option instead; as divers and snorkelers usually all go out on the same boat together.
Scuba training + 2 dives is usually around $70 - $90
Snorkeling is usually less than $7 (for equipment).
Member & Client Specials!
*****
$500 is Deducted
from the prices below if you are a:
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Cincinnati Yoga School member*
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East Cincy Yoga members
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CYS Yoga Teacher Training Student or YTT Alumni
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Acu-Thai Massage Trainees
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Acu Thai Massage Alumni
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Regular* Acu Thai massage clients of Cincinnati Yoga School or Lotus Yoga Shala
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Enroll between...
April 1st ~ June 30th
CYS Members, East Cincy Yoga Members, Acu Thai Clients
& Yoga Training Alumni:
$1500
2026 Acu Thai Trainees
$750*
All Others:
$2000
July 1st ~ Oct 30th
CYS Members, East Cincyoga Members, Acu Thai Clients
& Yoga Training Alumni:
$1750
2026 Acu Thai Trainees:
$750*
All Others:
$2250
Nov 1st ~ Jan 31st
CYS Members, East Cincyoga Members, Acu Thai Clients
& Yoga Training Alumni:
$2000
2026 Acu Thai Trainees:
$750*
All Others:
$2500
(*Those in the Acu Thai Massage training only pay for the 2nd Week of the Retreat, as they will already be present for the first week of the Retreat as part of training.)
Note: Some events, such as trekking up and around a volcano before the break of dawn and scuba diving are not in the interest of the whole group, therefore there are separate additional fees for certain activities such as, but not limited to these. (Diving is usually around $75 and includes a 2 hr training + 2 dives. The volcano hike is usually around $50 and includes a required local guide and transportation from Ubud to Mt Batur. -Expenses for additional / optional activities other than these are usually very nominal; often less than $2 and rarely more than $25.
Deposit
Price Includes $300 deposit to hold one's spot unti balance is paid in full.
Above Prices Exclude:
Flight, Food and optional Scuba Diving fee (about $100 USD). Also, this year we have decided to exclude lodging from the total; BUT we took $1000 off the total price for this year as well, which more than makes up for what you would have spent for our lodging options. Scroll back up on this page to read about the lodging options that are within or adjacent to our Yoga Retreat campus. Notice that for some of these places they will offer you a discounted rate when you mention you are with our retreat group.
** 0% 12 month payment plan available thru CYS (not a bank). Contact Will for details: vishwayoga@gmail.com
Deposit and Refund Policy
Deposit is non-refundable unless you opt for it within 60 days of the event start date. Otherwise, the amount can be used toward a future Retreat, Yoga Training, Thai Yoga Massage training or similar event if you are unable to come to the initial training or retreat intended. Also, any amounts already paid towards the tuition of the training are technically non-refundable if the request for a refund is made within 60 days of the training commencement. However, if this were to happen, the amount can still be used towards a future training or retreat. Nevertheless, one can still request a refund after the 60 day deadline and we will do our best to grant it, or some portion of it. However, we will be under no obligation to do so; and, if we choose to do so, it could take up to 6 months for the full dispersal of the refund and it may come in increments. This is not because of a lack of sympathy for anyone who requests a refund, but as a necessity to protect the funds of the operation until it has been completed safely.
Contact us ASAP
If you have any questions, whatsoever, don't hesitate to contact us. There can be a lot involved in traveling to the other side of the world!
Once you contact us we will keep you updated on any other information you will need.
Hope to hear from you soon!
Pool at Casa Luna
Higher end lodging is adjacent to our campus at Casa Luna.
Puri Cantik
Large rooms at Kausala guesthouse
One of Gora guesthouse' 3 pristine pools!
