7 Day Emotional Release, Breathwork & Sound Healing Wellness Retreat in Bali

The core of this retreat is the emotional and energetic work. Over the week, you get a private one-on-one sound healing session with Sudarmadi, a Balinese healer who has been practicing since 2008. He uses gongs and singing bowls to work on your chakras and shift stagnant energy. You also join a two-part workshop series with Jelila, a healer with over 30 years of experience, called 'Awaken Your Joy'. The first part is about opening your heart and reconnecting with your inner child through meditation and journaling. The second part focuses on releasing limiting beliefs using sound, movement, and crystal healing. Charlotte, a breathwork facilitator who specializes in rhythmic breathing techniques like Soma Breathwork, leads a 'Garden of Eden' session that combines journaling, breathwork, and a cold plunge in an ice bath. It sounds intense, and it can be, but it is framed as a way to build resilience and find emotional clarity.

Apart from these featured sessions, the daily rhythm is quite relaxed. Every day starts with a Balinese Watukaru yoga class led by Krishna, a teacher with ten years of experience in that specific tradition. It is a gentle, meditative style, quite different from a vigorous vinyasa flow. You also get a complimentary 60-minute Balinese massage every single day of your stay, which is a huge part of the value here. The afternoon slot is usually filled with a cultural activity. These change daily and include making traditional Balinese offerings, a coconut oil workshop, learning to cook a local dish, painting, a Tai Chi class with Master Ky, a trek through nearby rice terraces, or a trip to a waterfall. There is also an optional volunteer activity to clean the river with the local Trash Hero group.

The yoga and meditation are not physically demanding. The breathwork, however, can be an emotional experience, and people often cry or feel strong sensations. The ice bath is genuinely cold and pushes you out of your comfort zone. Because of this, the retreat is best for people who are open to exploring their inner world, not just looking for a beach holiday. It is beginner-friendly, and the instructors are skilled at holding space for whatever comes up. The host, Putu, is hands-on and the staff are described as a 'family', which makes it feel safe to go a little deeper. It is a smaller operation, with a group size of up to 8 people, so you will get personal attention and leave feeling like you have made real connections with both the staff and the other guests.

What's included

- 7 days, 6 nights accommodation in a private bamboo room - 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and snacks - Daily Balinese Watukaru Yoga and meditation sessions - One private 1-1 sound healing session for chakra balancing - 'Awaken Your Joy' self-love workshop series with Jelila (2 sessions) - 'Garden of Eden' emotional release breathwork workshop and ice bath with Charlotte - One 60-minute Balinese massage every day - Daily Balinese cultural activities and excursions - Airport pickup (limited time offer) - Water, tea, coffee and detox water throughout the day - Free Wi-Fi - Being looked after by the lovely staff family

What's not included

- International flights - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - Additional cultural tours around the island (with private guide) - Sundry optional treatments (e.g. reiki, tarot, horse riding)