Anusara Yoga and The Three Worlds of Bali
with John Levis

Feb. 7-21, 2012

Escape the winter doldrums in a tropical island paradise, steeped in ancient Hinduism, artistry and culture, while expanding your yoga practice in a benevolent and supportive setting.

This trip offers an in-depth excursion into the culture of Bali through the eyes of the Balinese, for those who wish to observe, appreciate such an experience while enhancing their own well being with nurturing and invigorating daily yoga classes with John Levis. We begin our visit in the North in the cool volcanic mountains of Bali, surrounded by clove and coffee plantations.  You will see what unspoiled agricultural and village life in Bali has to offer. We trek through coffee and clove plantations, sampling cocoa fruit off the vine. The on to bustling Ubud, the cultural and artistic heart of Bali, where you have a taste of performances, shopping, and arts and crafts. Our last stop is CandiDasa beach, where our tasteful bungalows afford everyone a view of the Indian Ocean, and chances to swim in crystal-clear waters while sightseeing in tropical paradise.

Yoga in Bali
Bali, the little Hindu oasis of calm—an outpost in the world’s largest Muslim country, resonating deeply with the serenity, sacredness, and natural artistic beauty that permeates everyday life on this extraordinary island. Bali is premium fertile ground to begin your practice, or to dive into deeper levels of your Yoga practice. The balmy tropical atmosphere relaxes the body's joints and muscles and the slower, more respectful pace all around is contagiously soothing to the nervous system, coaxing one to explore new possibilities and achieve a depth of practice difficult to experience otherwise.

Art and Culture
In Bali, art is part of religion and in some cases, healing. This trip includes many performances of Balinese music and dance. Some are private, some part of regular tourist performances, and some take place at temple festivals. All are of the highest quality. You will also visit some of the most important sites on the island, and view its natural, unspoiled beauty in comfortable air-conditioned mini buses.

Massage
Massage is regarded as an important healing art on the island of Bali. Because families usually have a member who practices this art, there are many professionals.  Some specialists are even called upon in emergencies to set broken bones or dislocations. The skills of some massage professionals have been handed down from generation to generation, while others have received their skills directly from the Hindu deities. During the trip each participant will receive two  traditional massages with opportunities to schedule other sessions.

Itinerary
July 21-Aug. 4, 2011

Tues. Feb. 7 Day 1: Depart from NYC on Singapore Air, voted #1 in the world for safety and service. West Coast departures are one calender day later. Cross international dateline and lose one day, which is made up on return.

Thur. Thur. Feb. 9  Munduk BLD: Arrive in Bali where you are met by your guide and transferred to Munduk mountain village and your beautiful bungalows overlooking the Java Sea. Time to unpack and clean up before we head to the Yoga pavilion for a short restorative class. A  a tasty dinner of local delicacies and a good nights sleep.

Fri. Feb. 10 Munduk BD Morning coffee or tea, followed by early yoga. Buffet breakfast,  then an introductory session with focus on basic Indonesian manners & customs.  Then take off for an easy walk to Bali’s tallest waterfall with a chance to take a dip. Massages begin. Late afternoon Yoga class in the Yoga Pavilion. Group dinner, family-style together.

Sat. Feb. 11 Munduk BD Morning tea or coffee, then early morning yoga session. Following breakfast and an orientation session focusing on Bali Hinduism, the caste and banjar (community support) systems, transport by bus to Lake Tamblingan for a walk past several important temples through a tropical rain forest. Guided meditation with your Instructor in an important lakeside temple. Lunch on the way back. Late afternoon Yoga again, followed by dinner together.

Sun. Feb. 12: Munduk BD Morning coffee and tea. Early morning yoga session. Breakfast and third language session followed by a trek through the neighboring countryside: small villages, rice fields, coffee and clove plantations, culminating at the magical Growing Stone. After lunch, massages continue. Afternoon observe a dance class by village children. Evening farewell to Mundukristaffel and performance of music and dance by the village Gamelan group.

Mon. Feb. 13: B Ubud Final Yoga session in Munduk. Final Language session, and talk on Rites of Passage in Balinese life. We check out of our hotel and transfer to our Yoga Hotel in Ubud, Bali’s cultural center, stopping along the way at PuraUlun Danu, Bali’s most beautiful temple, floating in a crater lake. Then visit to the fruit and flower market to review the many spices grown on the island. Arrive in Ubud in time for lunch.  Downtime, before late afternoon Yoga and free evening to explore Ubud’s famed local cafes.

Tues. Feb. 14 B Ubud Early morning Yoga. After breakfast, a guided tour of one of Bali’s best art museums, and visits to some important artists and carvers. Second round of Massages begin. Late afternoon yoga classes resume. Evening performance of traditional dance.

Wed. Feb. 15: B Ubud Early visit to the temple of TirtaEmpul  inTampaksiring for a purification ceremony in the sacred waters, said to have healing properties.Lunch overlooking GunungKawi Temple with a talk by Made Surya on the Balinese concept of Yoga. Late afternoon yoga.Dinner in Ubud and evening performance of the Kecak dance, and Fire Trance Dance.

Thur. Feb. 16: B Ubud Free Day. Your trip leaders have some time off and you are free to plan your day as you wish, with many options: White water rafting, volcano climb, cooking class, spa pampering, bird walk, herb walk, shopping mania, and much more.

Fri. Feb. 17: B CandiDasa Morning yoga with John. After breakfast depart for our third residence, in the  terraced rice fields and craggy mountains of East Bali.  We stop to visit the aboriginal village of Tenganan to watch the double ikat weaving process (created only three places in the world), and a demonstration of Balinese lontar (palm leaf books) being etched. We have lunch at CandiDasa Ashram and tour the facilities. arriving in CandiDasa and checking into your beachfront hotel.  Afternoon yoga class before dinner.

Sat. Feb. 18: BL CandiDasa Morning Yoga, breakfast, then we take off for Padang Bai harbor to board a boat for our snorkeling excursion at the “Blue Lagoon” and “Small Temple,” with beautiful coral gardens.  Afternoon yoga before watching the sun melt into the Indian Ocean, and dinner.

Sun. Feb. 19 B CandiDasa B Early departure for an optional climb up GunungLempuyang, a sacred, yet accessible (there are steps) volcano. After our descent, we move on to Tirtagangga, a fabulous, spring-fed “water palace” created by the region's last Raja. You can swim in the crystal clear, Olympic-sized pool, and have lunch at the gourmet cafe overlooking the pools and statuary. Late afternoon yoga.

Mon. Feb. 20 BD CandiDasa-Free day.Optional snorkeling in one of the two other great sites in East Bali, or vege- out by the infinity pool. Farewell to Bali feast under the stars.

Tuesday Feb. 21: B Depart  Free Day /Travel Day. Depart for airport late night and arrive back on the 6th, on for further adventures.

Not Included:
laundry, visa fee ($25.00), airport taxes (currently $17.00), overweight fees, additional sightseeing, tips, meals not noted. Snorkeling equiptment rental.

Price: $3600.00 Do your own air deduct. Do your own air deduct $1600.00. based on two persons sharing a room with bathroom. Single supplement available.  Minimum 8, maximum 16 participants. The price of airfare may rise,causing basic trip price to rise. Participants are urged to sign up early to ensure space, price control.

Single Supplement: Single travelers may sign up for accommodations desired on a shared basis; roommates can be chosen from other tour members. If a roommate is unavailable, the participant will be notified of the adjusted price for a single supplement: $305.00.

Deposit: A deposit of $350.00 per person is due at the time of booking. Final payment is due 45 days prior to departure. Deposit, minus a $75.00 cancellation fee, is refundable until 45 days prior to departure. After this time 50% of total payment will be penalized. After tickets have been issued the airlines will extract a cancellation fee. No refunds will be made one week before departure. Trip cancellation insurance is recommended.

Passport, Visa, and Health: A passport, valid six months from date of entry with proof of onward transportation is required for entry into Indonesia. Visa on arrival with payment of a $25.00 fee valid for 4 weeks. If you wish to stay longer, apply to the Indonesian Consulate for a 2 month visa prior to arrival. No inoculations are required or advised. Everyone participating in this trip is expected to be in good health and able to walk at least three miles unaided.

Yoga Instructor: John Levis is a Certified Anusara® Yoga Instructor and began teaching in 2003.  He grew up playing ice-hockey and later found an interest in weight training.  After discovering Anusara Yoga in 2000, he left the gym for good.  The therapeutic benefits of the practice have cultivated a safe way to play the edge, expand the limitations of mind and body awakening a greater perspective of seeing the good in all of life.  Discovering The Universal Principles of Alignment™, he no longer suffers from chronic back pain and has actually grown over one inch since the age of 30.  Encouraging others to tap into their intrinsic greatness and their ardent desire to be happy and healthy has been the greatest gift to share.  John also offers Thai Yoga Bodywork and teaches privately and publicly throughout northern NJ.

Trip Organizer/Leader: Judy Slattum MFA organized and led the first Yoga in Bali study tour and workshop in 1984, and has been organizing educational travel to Bali since 1979. She is considered a cultural authority on Bali, has lectured on Balinese culture at many Universities and museums, and has written numerous published articles on Bali—her book, Masks of Bali is an international Best Seller.
She will be assisted by Made Surya, an authority on Balinese religion and culture.

Hotels:
Munduk: PuriLumbung Cottages www.purilumbung.com
Ubud: Ubud Aura www.ubudbodyworkscentre.com/ubud_aura.html
CandiDasa: Lotus Bungalows www.lotusbungalows.com

Call toll free 888-476-0543 or email for further information.
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