Self-Discovery Bali Retreat for Women

12-19 July 2025 | with Natalie Snooke

Self-discovery is knowing who we truly are and living life in the fullness of our authenticity, courage and love.

My rejuvenating, transformational eight-day women’s retreat in the tranquility of Ubud, Bali is a journey to rediscover yourself through yoga, coaching workshops, rice field walks and cultural learning. 

• Embody the benefits of an integrated, daily yoga and meditation practice, led by a dedicated senior teacher.
• Experience the rich culture, simplicity and spirituality of Balinese temples and village life.
• Deepen your self-growth through facilitated group coaching sessions and sacred circles.
• Be nourished by quiet time, organic body treatments and delicious wholefoods.

More than just a yoga retreat in a beautiful setting, this Bali women’s retreat offers you the opportunity to shift inwardly ‘from the head to the heart’, allowing for inspiration and deeper fulfilment to unfold – both during and beyond the retreat.  

“I felt very privileged to have been part of Natalie’s Bali Retreat. The experience is life changing and I feel I learned so much in such a short time. It’s hard to put a value onto this experience. I feel with Natalie’s guidance we all learned about the deeper meaning of our being. My experience has been truly amazing, thank you.” ~ Sabine      

Sacred Bali and Spiritual Ubud

Bali is called the Island of the Gods, recognised internationally for her healing energy and vibrant Hindu culture. Magic truly happens here. Yet many-a-tourist to Bali misses her subtle and sacred essence. 

When I facilitate retreats, I love to create a ‘home away from home’ experience. One where we can be at ease and our hearts can breathe a sigh of relief.

Our retreat home and activities are based in the villages of Campuhan and Penestanan about 20 minutes walk from Ubud’s centre. I’ve stayed in these villages many times.

The Campuhan river valley, where two rivers meet, was originally used as a place for meditation and is known for its magical power and plant medicines. It is also home to one of the biggest and most beautiful temples in Bali, holding colourful ceremonies and street parades. Penestanan is the artists village, with private lush alleyways to explore that weave between rivers and rice field terraces, still with farmers working on the land.

We will share in Balinese devotion, learning from the local women how to make daily offerings with flowers and incense. And a highlight of our program includes a visit to a Balinese water temple for a traditional Hindu Purification ceremony.   

Accommodation and Meals

We stay at the beautiful Ananda Cottages Resort, an established retreat centre that has been a refuge place for yogis for over 30 years. Ananda is Sanskrit for ‘bliss’. And this will be my fourth group visit to Ananda.       

Ananda’s property features three swimming pools and Balinese bungalows set in natural beauty amongst lush, tropical, butterfly-laden gardens and rice fields. Each bungalow has an outdoor garden bathroom with a bath tub, plus a private veranda space for relaxing. There are air conditioning and ceiling fans. And beds are fitted with mosquito nets. The lovely, quiet surrounds induce a deep sleep and allow you to wake-up to the sounds of nature, feeling rested and refreshed.

You’ll share in delicious buffet brunches – with both Balinese and western foods – all lovingly prepared inhouse with fresh, local, seasonal produce. Many women find this meal is substantial and lasts them for most of the day, especially in the warmer weather. Other meals are flexible and up to you – there is an abundance of cafes and restaurants to explore in your free time, all within walking distance of Ananda. Group evening dinners are provided on our welcome and closing nights, and other nights attending group dinners are optional.

The yoga shala (studio) is a special treat! It’s a spacious, open-aired pavilion, overlooking ponds and lush rice fields for as far as the eye can see. You’ll need to bring your own yoga mat. Other yoga gear like bolsters, blocks and straps is provided.         

“The Bali Retreat was so special! It was a wonderful space just for myself, to reconnect with my true being once all the layers were stripped back. I am very much looking forward to another retreat. ” ~ Allanna

Self-Discovery On and Off the Yoga Mat

Everything offered on the retreat is invitational – that means you are invited to participate as fully as you can, without expectation or judgment. You are encouraged to prioritise your self-care. And to rest as much as you need to.

Our schedule is a gently-paced blend of group practice, solo free time, cultural and self-growth activities. You’ll have plenty of time to relax by the pool or to take a stroll.

Soon after sunrise, each day begins with a fully-guided yoga and meditation practice. It includes mantras, meditation, kriyas (cleansing practices) and pranayama (breathwork) for deeper integration. The yoga asana (postures) are a slow-flow vinyasa style, progressing from simpler to more complex postures, with options for students at all stages. 

For balance, we’ll interchange with yin (cooling, quietening) and yang (warming, energising) approaches. Natalie offers steady guidance, clear instructions and creative sequencing – and gives personalised attention to each student. Participants can ‘take-home’ their favourite aspects of the morning practice, for their own continued use.

Some mornings and most afternoons include a group coaching session, sacred circle, creativity workshop or cultural excursion. The workshop will s focus on different aspects of your ‘personal’ growth – where we explore and go beyond thought, feelings, habits and behaviours to find our own expression and truth. Last year, we also enjoyed getting creative and making our own mandalas!

Natalie keeps it light-hearted! Through fun and experiential group activities and self-reflection exercises, you’ll be presented with a variety of philosophies and tools to help you uncover your own answers to some of life’s challenging questions. Your personal learning is also extended through a one-on-one coaching session with Natalie, to explore any insights or challenges. 

My intention is that you’ll will leave with a clearer understanding of yourself, of what maters most to you and some action steps to implement to help you to integrate your learning and self-discoveries, when you get home.                       

“The Bali Retreat was excellent, I thoroughly enjoyed it. The water temple cleansing ritual was amazing! The reflection sessions really made me look inside myself and open up, they helped bring everyone out of their comfort zones and brought the group together. ” ~ Wendy 

Is this retreat for you?

My Bali retreats are attended by women of all ages. This retreat is ideal if you:

• Are a yoga or meditation practitioner and enjoy your practice for its health and spiritual benefits, but don’t need to become a posture champion!
• Are at a crossroads, celebrating a milestone or entering a new phase in life and you feel ready for ‘being’ and deeper inner growth;
• Are curious to learn about Bali’s culture, spirituality and what makes it such a powerful place for healing;
• Are emotionally mature and are happy to connect with a group of like-minded women; and
• Have a good level of physical fitness and enjoy walking.

If you are new to yoga or meditation, yet have been on a healing journey through other mind-body-spirit modalities, this retreat offers you steady guidance and instructions to begin a practice.

If you’re an experienced yoga or meditation practitioner, trainee or teacher, then this retreat offers you a balance of inspiration, structure and support to go deeper within.                  

“I loved the retreat. It went far beyond yoga – it seemed to touch on many, many aspects of my life. The afternoon workshops were tremendously helpful in understanding and integrating the uses and benefits of our yoga, meditation and pranayama practices. I will continue at home! ~ Cheryl

What You Will Receive

With the organising done for you, you get to relax and reap all of the integrated benefits that time-out for your body, mind and soul offers.

The retreat cost includes:

• Seven nights single room, deluxe garden bungalow accommodation at Ananda Cottages Resort;
• Two hours daily meditation, yoga asana, kriya and pranayama practice;
• Daily buffet brunch (with vegetarian, gluten-free and vegan options);
• Two welcome and closing group evening dinners;
• Group coaching workshop, creative activity or cultural walk (most days);
• Transport and entrance fees to a Balinese water temple and waterfall;
• One hour organic products Balinese body treatment or massage; and
• Airport transfers to and from Denpasar to Ubud.

The retreat cost does not include some evening meals, air-fares or travel insurance.

You are required to take out travel insurance, so that you are covered in the case of unforeseen circumstances that arise outside of our control, that necessitates changing or cancelling the retreat.

Ananda Cottages Resort offers us a special discounted rate to stay before and/or after the retreat.  If you’d like to stay for any extra days, please let me know when you register and a booking will be made on your behalf. You will pay for your extra nights direct to Ananda once in Bali.

Our retreat has a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 14 women. Past Bali retreats have sold out, so make sure to book your place early.

I welcome your contact! If you have any questions or concerns about the Bali Retreat, please reach out and contact us.

Your Retreat Investment & Registration

Dates:      Saturday 12 – Sunday 19 July 2025

To Register: Before you book, please familiarise yourself with the Retreat Refund Policy and then complete your Retreat Registration Form.  A minimum deposit payment of AUD $500 secures your place.

Total Cost:

AUD $1490  PAID IN FULL – EARLY BIRD PRICE – BEFORE 31 MARCH 2025
AUD $1690 Paid in Full – Regular Price – after 1 April 2025
AUD $500 Deposit – An initial payment to secure your place.